Title: Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed Holiday home in Fort Walton Beach with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109359500/109359443/e567154e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109359500/109359443/2f49fdd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109359500/109359443/9a48be03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109359500/109359443/4ce818ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109359500/109359443/4232f0c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies This charming coastal farmhouse in Fort Walton Beach boasts a unique purple door and inviting backyard patio. Gather 'round the living area with friends and family, enjoy the pull-out sofa, barstools, or relax by the mounted smart TV. With 3 bedrooms including a pirate-themed room with an Xbox and rooftop-inspired master suite with hotel-standard decor. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1166 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed Hidden in plain sight with a purple door, this Fort Walton Beach coastal farmhouse humbly offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. (7guests) 4 parking spaces, a front and backyard patio and 10 minutes from free beaches! The open floor plan invites friends and families to gather around the living/dining area with a sectional couch, barstools, and a chair woven from banana leaves. There is a mounted smart TV (Shell-a-vision) with several music and entertainment apps to choose from. Both bathrooms are equipped with hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, makeup removing towels, bamboo bath mats, and a bidet in the master. Bedroom 1: Bucaneer Bunk serves a pirate themed curation of local or custom theme artifacts to highlight real local pirate history, as well as a mounted Roku TV with an Xbox you may use with your own login! It also contains an array of books in a barrel shaped shelf arranged Montessori style. Adult interests on top, child friendly material at the bottom, and even some dress up items like mermaid tails and pirate hats stored in a barrel style table. BR2: Siren Sanctuary is ideal for the WFH person in the group. A wall mounted desk, a monitor if needed, a few drawers, lamp and dreamy decor tucked at the back of the house makes for a distraction free environment for any professional/introvert. BR3: Beige-mom Bungalow is last but not least a luxurious, neutral master with hotel standard decor and linens. Private bathroom with a charming farmhouse sliding door. Garage: "Treasure island" is a selfie station curation. Washer/dryer, backyard entrance for dogs, everything you could think of for the beach from towels to toys set up in vintage luggage trunks, and a sectional to hang out on. Backyard: "Mermaid Haven" features a custom built deck with string lights next to a quaint fountain, and newly installed paving stone sitting area, complete with adirondack chairs with propane grill. Turtle stepping stones lead you to the deck with a portable firepit where everyone can roast marshmallows. Nearby: .01 miles- Lou's Tavern - drink menu/info on the fridge. Newly renovated, great pub food. Menus on the fridge. 4-6 minutes- Chick-Fil-A, Panda Express, Bowling Alley, Wal Mart, Sam's Club, Clean Eatz! 10 minutes- VPS Airport 10-20 minutes: Okaloosa Island, Destin, beaches, souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, tourist activities, etc. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: PLEASE PUTT CIGARETTE BUTTS IN ASH TRAYS ONLY. ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Theme park 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Comprehensive food waste policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,166 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114219700/114219631/1defe106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical Family Getaway! 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(Depending on size, breed) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack and play in garage ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas PLEASE PUTT CIGARETTE BUTTS IN ASH TRAYS ONLY. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.43808%2C-86.62051&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dcT6lKY3fLYnqZ2rD52SuS5w8no=) Fort Walton Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Bel-Air Shopping Center \- 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Goofy Golf \- 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Okaloosa Island Beach \- 10 min drive \- 4.4 miles - Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center \- 11 min drive \- 4.6 miles - Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island \- 12 min drive \- 4.8 miles #### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk - ‪Pedro's Tacos & Tequila Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬18 min walk - ‪Sebastiano's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed? ### Where is Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zerithia T. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location was perfect in the middle of everything, very clean and has everything you need for a vacation rental…. nice spacious backyard JUST LOVED IT!! Will stay again ##### Zerithia T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina G. 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice property and clean. Close to crab Island. ##### Tina G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Albert D. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Nice clean house. Quite neighborhood ##### Albert D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rita B. 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house is in a place convenient to drive to the beach and other attractions. The house was in good condition. If I had to complain about anything, maybe a little more mopping.There was beach chairs and other beach items in the garage for use also. It has a mermaid theme. Cute decor. Fire pit in back yard. We had a good stay and would recommend. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0df624bf-0eaa-442d-8524-cc1f0c6951b6-1749866053480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fcc9beda-d3cb-45de-9c0d-fbcfbe2a1c20-1749866052891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rita B. 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