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Beachfront, “Melissa's Happy Place” 205, Newly Remodeled!, Free Activities Included!

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Beach
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8133 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

With a stay at this condo in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Okaloosa Island Beach and 10 minutes from Destin Harbor Boardwalk. .This beach condo is 9.8 mi (15.9 km) from Destin Beaches and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Ave - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront, “Melissa's Happy Place” 205, Newly Remodeled!, Free Activities Included!

🌴 Melissa's Happy Place – Waters Edge | Beachfront • Handicap Friendly • Sleeps 9
Escape to Melissa's Happy Place, a bright and spacious beachfront condo overlooking the white-sand shores of Okaloosa Island. With 1,433 sq. ft. of comfortable living space and thoughtful accessibility features, this retreat is perfect for families, couples, snowbirds, wheelchair users, and hearing-impaired guests. Managed with care by Easy Vacation Services, this condo delivers the relaxing island getaway you've been dreaming of.

✨ A Welcoming Space for Everyone
This beautiful coastal home offers wider hallways for wheelchair mobility, easy access to the private balcony, and a hearing-impaired alarm system—ensuring comfort and ease for all guests. Step outside to your private balcony from either the living room or the Master Suite and enjoy peaceful tropical views and refreshing Gulf breezes.

🛏 Spacious & Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 9)
Master Suite: King bed, private balcony access, walk-in shower, jetted tub & double vanities
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk bed (sleeps 3)
Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa
Ideal for multi-family trips or groups wanting plenty of room to spread out.

🌟 Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable, fun-filled vacation is right here, including:
Direct beachfront access
FREE Beach Service: 2 chairs + 1 umbrella (March 1–October 31)
Two swimming pools, including one seasonally heated and one of the largest on Okaloosa Island
Gulf-front pool deck with stunning views
Fitness room / gym
Charcoal grilling area
Covered 4-story parking garage
Ice machine
Handicap-friendly features: wider hallways, balcony access, hearing-impaired alarm system
Fully equipped kitchen
Keurig & standard coffee makers
High-speed WiFi (approx. 78 Mbps)
4 TVs (1 Smart TV) + cable
In-unit washer & dryer
Central A/C & heating
Snowbird rates available November–February

🎁 Free Fun Package – Activities Included!
Your reservation includes 1 free adult admission per day to multiple local attractions (value of $500+ per day):
Dolphin cruises • Parasailing • Golf • Gulfarium • Cattywampus • Big Kahuna's • Wild Willy's • Cruisin' Tikis • Beach Weekend Dolphin Excursion
Details provided after booking. Stays 27+ days excluded.

🧴 Starter Supplies Provided
Includes a starter amount of:
Paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher pods, starter coffee (with cream/sugar), trash bags, toilet paper (2 per bathroom), laundry pods, shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion.
Additional supplies may be needed for longer stays. Spices & condiments not provided.🌴 Melissa's Happy Place – Waters Edge | Beachfront • Handicap Friendly • Sleeps 9
Escape to Melissa's Happy Place, a bright and spacious beachfront condo overlooking the white-sand shores of Okaloosa Island. With 1,433 sq. ft. of comfortable living space and thoughtful accessibility features, this retreat is perfect for families, couples, snowbirds, wheelchair users, and hearing-impaired guests. Managed with care by Easy Vacation Services, this condo delivers the relaxing island getaway you've been dreaming of.

✨ A Welcoming Space for Everyone
This beautiful coastal home offers wider hallways for wheelchair mobility, easy access to the private balcony, and a hearing-impaired alarm system—ensuring comfort and ease for all guests. Step outside to your private balcony from either the living room or the Master Suite and enjoy peaceful tropical views and refreshing Gulf breezes.

🛏 Spacious & Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 9)
Master Suite: King bed, private balcony access, walk-in shower, jetted tub & double vanities
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk bed (sleeps 3)
Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa
Ideal for multi-family trips or groups wanting plenty of room to spread out.

🌟 Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable, fun-filled vacation is right here, including:
Direct beachfront access
FREE Beach Service: 2 chairs + 1 umbrella (March 1–October 31)
Two swimming pools, including one seasonally heated and one of the largest on Okaloosa Island
Gulf-front pool deck with stunning views
Fitness room / gym
Charcoal grilling area
Covered 4-story parking garage
Ice machine
Handicap-friendly features: wider hallways, balcony access, hearing-impaired alarm system
Fully equipped kitchen
Keurig & standard coffee makers
High-speed WiFi (approx. 78 Mbps)
4 TVs (1 Smart TV) + cable
In-unit washer & dryer
Central A/C & heating
Snowbird rates available November–February

🎁 Free Fun Package – Activities Included!
Your reservation includes 1 free adult admission per day to multiple local attractions (value of $500+ per day):
Dolphin cruises • Parasailing • Golf • Gulfarium • Cattywampus • Big Kahuna's • Wild Willy's • Cruisin' Tikis • Beach Weekend Dolphin Excursion
Details provided after booking. Stays 27+ days excluded.

🧴 Starter Supplies Provided
Includes a starter amount of:
Paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher pods, starter coffee (with cream/sugar), trash bags, toilet paper (2 per bathroom), laundry pods, shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion.
Additional supplies may be needed for longer stays. Spices & condiments not provided.

📘 House Rules
Check-in: 4 PM (early check-in may be available for $50 + tax)
Check-out: 10 AM (late check-out may be available for $50 + tax)
No third-party bookings
Security verification must be completed.
Primary guest must be 25+ (children welcome with parents)
Strict max occupancy — all infants count
NO pets due to severe allergies (registered service dogs only)
NO smoking, vaping, candles, incense, or open flames inside or on balconies
Signed rental agreement required within 48 hours of booking

​​​​​​​🌅 Beautiful Sunsets Every Evening
Cap off each day with a breathtaking sunset over the emerald green waters of the Gulf—truly one of the most magical experiences Okaloosa Island has to offer.

​​​​​​​🌅 Beautiful Sunsets Every Evening
Cap off each day with a breathtaking sunset over the emerald green waters of the Gulf—truly one of the most magical experiences Okaloosa Island has to offer.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,433 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Beachfront, “Melissa's Happy Place” 205, Newly Remodeled!, Free Activities Included! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gwen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and clean property. Great views and good access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean Front with Wonderful View

Really nice. The gentlemen who keeps the facility clean is one of the hardest workers i have ever seen. Every day, grills are cleaned and he is constantly on the move, making sure everything is spotless. This is no small undertaking. My hats off to him and we will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pefect Location

It was exactly everything that we were looking for. Perfect location, overlooking the beach and pool. Views were great ! The property was kept up well. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

mike f.

Liked: Cleanliness

February stay

Overall it was very clean and property grounds and pool area very well kept. There were a few small issues- curtains off track and difficult to open, ice maker non-functioning non functioning light above DR table and broken recliner in living room. Property management responded quickly to concerns and mentioned they already knew about the issues and were waiting on owner to approve fixing. The location was perfect and we had a lovely time. Would encourage correcting issues in a more timely fashion
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful stay

The condo was very nice and just as listed! It has a beautiful view of the ocean and just a few steps away til your on the sand. The condo was clean, tidy and every amenity listed was there. We loved everything about it and the location was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Nice condo. Large pool. Could use some extra blankets but otherwise wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful area

Loved the area. So beautiful. Pure white beach sand. The balcony facing the Gulf was stunning The only thing is it needs new sofa Very uncomfortable and area rug Beds were comfy. Kitchen well supplied
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!

Very easy check in progress. Amazing beach view from the balcony!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls from work trip

Perfect place for a girls trip. Clean, good views and really liked the beach service (umbrella and chairs). Check in and out super easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for families.

We loved everything about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful environment

We had a few initial hiccups in the beginning that were resolved. The new lock on the door was malfunctioning and the unit we initially rented was under construction. These were quickly resolved and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view

Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Summer Vacation

The owners were easily reached when we encountered a small hiccup. It’s was quickly resolved. We did not have a single issue with our condo. We arrive to yummy donuts. The balcony view was absolutely stunning. We spent a lot of time on the balcony when we were not in the beach. The size of the pool was great! Everyone could spread out & there’s were always chairs available. Most condos have small pools & limited seating which leads to crowding. We will be back next year!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway!

The condo met all of our needs and was the perfect proximity to the pool and beach (which was great with our small children in tow!) Everything was very clean. We went during a busy holiday week, yet none of the amenities were overcrowded. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness

All about the view!

The view and distance to the beach can't be beat. The condo was very spacious and very clean. Lots of good restaurants nearby too. Management checked on us several times throughout the stay which I appreciate. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANI H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property!!!

This property is amazing and right on the beach! The house was very clean and the property managers were very kind!! Not to mention the doughnuts that we were greeted with on the kitchen counter upon arrival. They were fresh and DELICIOUS!!! When myself and my family vacation to Destin again, I will for sure choose this unit without hesitation! Thanks for everything! You guys are awesome!!! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

We enjoyed the proximity to the beach, the pool and the exceptionally clean condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Loved this property! Steps from the beach and the large pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome view

Beautiful view and right on the beach. Saw dolphins from our room and poop was close to the room. Make sure you have transportation of planning on going into Destin.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfortable and awesome view.

The condo was very clean, beautiful, and accommodating. The balcony had a great view of the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views!

Had a lovely time. Loved being right on the beach. Drank coffee in the morning and cocktails in the evening every day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent vacation—Excellent place to stay

This was the perfect location for our family and we had a wonderful time! The property manager was excellent and got back with me on any questions quickly and throughly. She even took the time to help me add an extra night to our stay when I was having trouble!! We did have a little trouble with our code getting in but called the number available and we were in the room within 5 mins. We even had a box of delicious Okaloosa Donut in our room when we arrived.... our kiddos were soooo excited!! 😁 The room was clean and was fully furnished with everything we would need. They even had a high chair and pack and play in the closet for our little who was one and beach toys and chairs for us to use on the beach!! We highly recommend and are considering returning to the same place again next year!! 😁 Thank you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

We had a fantastic time during our 3 week stay! The kitchen had everything we needed. The bed was really comfortable. The condo was super clean. The entire condo complex was very well cared for. While we didn’t swim in the heated pool, lots of people used it! I think our favorite thing to do at the condo was sitting out on the patio, rain or shine. We appreciated sand toys and beach chairs that were in the condo for us to use. And, of course, the donuts left for us when we arrived were a yummy treat! We have stayed in many condos in FWB over the years and this was definitely our favorite! Highly recommend! We will be back!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zachary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Place to Stay!

The condo & view were both breathtaking! Definitely a trip our kids won't forget!