10 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals In Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Fort Walton Beach is a tiny beach paradise in Florida. The white sandy beaches and emerald waters define the splendor of this lovely city. The city is known for plenty of activities like beautiful dolphin watching, exciting amusement parks, thrilling water sports, luxury cruises, and an amazing golfing experience. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, The Indian Temple Mound Museum, and Air Force Armament Museum are some of the fabulous attractions in the city other than beaches. Due to its pleasant weather and magnificent charms, the city is renowned as a prime tourist spot in Florida. There are plenty of accommodation options in this destination. We have compiled a list of the best Vrbo accommodations in Fort Walton Beach.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.

1. Private studio on the beach (from USD 109)

This isolated studio has easy access to the beaches of Okaloosa Island. Conveniently placed on the ground floor, the accommodation is perfect for all types of travelers. Sand dunes in the back side protect the house from storms. The wooden boardwalk, which is available on the property, will take you to the beach for you to enjoy the serenity. This one-bedroom house includes a king-size bed with an air-conditioning facility. A fully equipped kitchen is ideal to cook your own meal. Wheelchair access is available for the disabled.

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1.41 km (0.9 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
94 reviews   Wifi Available
bungalow 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The beach is right over the sand dune outside the room
It was not sufficient for the space
We enjoyed the fact that the beach was a little less crowded in this one spot
We really like the cabana
Very clean and comfortable Bed was comfortable
Cleanliness:
The property was clean and we had everything we needed
Super clean and had everything we needed
It was clean and updated
Perfect location and a great property for our beach vacation Very clean unit
Host:
The owner is great to work with very fast reply for booking and answering questions and was extremely flexible and helpful
She was Easy to contact and a wonderful communicator
The assistant Crystal was absolutely amazing and very understanding when we needed to check in early
so was a nice surprise
We have been visiting the Destin area for almost ten years and always stayed off Old highway 98
Location:
Had all the essentials Located near many shops and restaurants but tucked in out of the way too
We loved every minute of it
It's still nice to be just a few steps away from the beach
This was a great little property just steps away from beach
Historical quaint and only steps from the beach
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2. Waterfront house for 10 (from USD 390)

This stunning house is perfectly set on the Cinco Bayou and it offers gorgeous views of the area. This 3,035-square-foot (281.9-square-meter) house can comfortably accommodate ten with three bedrooms, two living rooms, and a large kitchen. The guests can delight in the fabulous views from the back deck. The sandy beaches are just 10 minutes away while Destin is located at a 20-minute distance from the house. Amenities like Wi-Fi facility, full kitchen, garage, washing machine, smart TVs, games, outdoor grill, and a fireplace are available in the house.

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4.47 km (2.8 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
46 reviews   Wifi Available
House 10 Guests 3 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen was well-stocked and provided everything we needed
The pictures do not do this place
Listing does not show all the steps inside going from room to room
We didn't notice from the photos that there are a good number of steep steps going up to the front door
The house was very comfortable and accomodating The outdoor kitchen area was great
Cleanliness:
This property is spacious and beautifully decorated
The beds and linens were comfortable and the nights were quiet
House was clean and practical Very useful being close to Destin
Host:
We absolutely loved the place made us feel like home
We did have an issue with mice which was addressed by the owner
Brought my boat and some friends to Fort Walton and had a wonderful vacation
well furnished and decorated with so much space for everyone indoors or out
Communication with the property owners was outstanding
Location:
Nice area easy to go anywhere took the boat out every day
Crab Island was just 25 minutes away by water
Its been many years since I lived in FWB
House has everything a family needs for a fun vacation
The beach is a short drive away but stay here and enjoy the FWB lifestyle I loved growing up
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3. Historic cottage with stupendous views (from USD 300)

This three-bedroom cottage was built in the 1950s and offers an old-world charm to the occupants. The property can be reached with just an 18-minute drive from Destin East Bridge and a 15-minute drive from Okaloosa Island. The cottage provides access to a private waterfront backyard which is surrounded by beautiful trees, green sceneries, and a lovely hammock setup. The 75-foot (22.8-meter) deep water dock is ideal to park your boat. There is a full kitchen with a dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, grill, coffee maker, toaster and pantry items.

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7.21 km (4.5 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1 review  
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 30
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
We had a great time and loved how close we were to everything without having to be in town
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4. Beachfront condo for eight (from USD 415)

This gorgeous beachfront condo dazzles its guests with mesmerizing ocean views. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV connection are available for entertainment. From March to November, you can enjoy their free beach service which includes two beach chairs and an umbrella. The private balcony enables you to get immersed in the stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. The fitness center on the property allows you to stick to your exercise routine. The kitchen is furnished with modern appliances and an elegant granite counter top.

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2.16 km (1.4 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
25 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need
The pool was wonderful and so large that it never felt crowded
the condo provided everything we needed for a comfortable relaxing stay and an escape from our northern winter weather
just an elevator ride down
The view from the master bedroom and balcony are amazing
Cleanliness:
Rooms were clean master bedroom and bath were roomy
All appliances were very clean
Host:
so close to the ocean
Southern Rentals manages the unit and the only issue we had was with the cleanliness of the unit
The unit was very well stocked with games beach toys and everything you'd need
The accommodations were gorgeous as well as the beach
The furniture was all very nice and in great condition
Location:
We saw dolphins swimming and playing several times
It is very much a Gulf paradise worth returning to many times
Were very pleased with location and condition of condo
so it seems the management company has left quite a bit to be desired when it comes to the cleaning
And this unit is just a short 10 minute drive into Destin with all the restaurants and shops
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5. Trendy studio with two shared pools (from USD 99)

This 369-square-foot (34.2-square-meter) studio offers pleasant ambiance and easy access to the marina. You can rent a boat and go deep-sea fishing by staying in this stunning condo. Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park in the nearby area is a must-see attraction to learn about different types of sea life. The shared pools are perfect to relax and unwind after a long day of activities. You can use the free Wi-Fi facility or enjoy watching cable channels. A kitchen with necessary equipment is available on the property.

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3.39 km (2.2 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
29 reviews  
studio 4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Room was nice with enough amenities to save money on a couple of meals
so flies and bugs could fly in
So cozy and comfy Lovedddd it
I mean hair was all over the floor the white chair the sofa even on the extra pillows that were kept up top
All rooms have nice view of boat dock on the bay
Cleanliness:
Completely as described and very clean
Very dirty I went and bought stuff to clean it
Very nice clean room up to date and very reasonably priced
Host:
but then we started to notice the huge amounts of black hair everywhere There must have been a pet in the room prior to us arriving
clean comfortable well equipped
Price was wonderful as well
Our room was amazing Could have a better mattress though but all in all i give 10 stars
price views

Cons
Location:
Had construction but didnt bother us
Great location Close to The Island & Destin
The sliding door and screen were broken leaving a gap
Close to everything beautiful view to look out at Secure beautifully decorated
The property was beautiful and we loved the view Plan on driving if you are going to the beach
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6. Charming studio for four (from USD 135)

This lovely accommodation includes a private beach and a dock to enchant guests. Fort Walton Beach’s downtown is just 2 miles (3.2km) away from the house. Plenty of wonderful restaurants and popular beaches of Okaloosa Island are located in the close vicinity of the property. The kitchen has basic equipment which can be used for preparing simple meals and reheating food. Amenities like internet, cable TV, a DVD player, and a washing machine are available for use.

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3.36 km (2.1 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
12 reviews  
condo 4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The mattress on the couch was very old and worn and had debris in it Other than that it was OK
so traffic may be high
There is no counter space for meal prep for larger meals
The bed was VERY comfortable Patio opens out to a view of the pool with easy access to the pool gate/sidewalk
It was just as I understood it to be from the description online
Cleanliness:
Apartment was clean and great for 2 people
Host:
We spent most of our time away at the beach pool or eating out so
Only problem with that is that this is the main entrance to the pool for all the guests
The kitchen was well-stocked with most things needed to enjoy a small meal
The pool was amazing though it was closed for a day and a half of our visit
Location:
Great location and view Enjoyed the stay tremendously
All good but the sofa mattress
right by your patio on a really pretty day
I swept cobwebs out of every corner the day we arrived mostly just because I didn't want to be sleeping under a possible spider residence
If all you're looking for is a place to bathe sleep and maybe heat up a couple meals then this is the place for you
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Comfortable Vrbo in Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach is a charming city with Instagram-worthy attractions. The unique experience it offers attracts thousands of tourists across the globe. Whether you are a beach lover or a parent with a kid or a history buff, Fort Walton Beach will guarantee the best holiday ever. Check out our recommended list of the best Vrbos and enjoy the best vacation in Fort Walton Beach!

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