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Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin

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Experience a luxurious Gulf Dunes Resort beach vacation at unit 609, a beautifully upgraded 3 bedroom condominium with private washer dryer and granite countertops. Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and activities on Okaloosa Island, including dolphin watching from the balcony.

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9.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin

Gulf Dunes / Okaloosa Island / 3 Bedroom / Sleeps 8 / No Pets / No Smoking

FEATURES:
Beach Service Chairs and Umbrella / Covered Parking / Beach View / Sleeps 10 / Private Washer Dryer / Granite Countertops / Stainless Appliances / Smart Flat Screen TV

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Experience the ultimate coastal getaway at Gulf Dunes Resort unit 609, a stunning three-bedroom sanctuary perched on the seventh floor. This beachfront retreat offers a private balcony with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico, where you can watch dolphins play in the emerald waters and take in the most beautiful sunsets in Florida. The interior features high-end upgrades including tile flooring, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, creating a clean and modern space for your family to relax.
The master suite provides a restful escape with a high-quality king mattress, private balcony access, and a recently remodeled master bath. A second bedroom features two full beds with direct bathroom access, while a cozy bonus room with built-in bunk beds and a TV serves as the perfect spot for kids. With an additional queen sleeper sofa in the living room, this spacious condo comfortably accommodates a group of eight to ten guests.
Your stay includes convenient perks like covered parking and seasonal beach service with two chairs and an umbrella waiting for you on the sugar-white sand. This property is professionally managed by a local team dedicated to ensuring your vacation is seamless, functional, and relaxing from the moment you arrive.

SLEEPING:
• Master Bedroom - King Bed
• Second Bedroom - 2 Double Beds
• Third Bedroom - Bunk Beds
• Living Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa

EXTRAS:
• 1 Set of Complementary Beach Service (March1-October 31)
• Private wifi offers connections for all your devices.
• Smart TVs with streaming capability. Local Cable provided when available.
• Your reservation will include a complimentary starter supply of laundry detergents, dish detergents, and toiletries.
• We provide bath towels, wash cloths, and bath mats, as well as a starter set of bath and face soaps.
• Guests will receive a complete guide to local activities, shopping, and dining via our free Guest App upon booking. A few of our favorites are listed there.

RESORT & AREA
Gulf Dunes Resort on Okaloosa Island provides a beachfront retreat with 426 feet of private shoreline. This seven-story complex features 102 units, each offering a private balcony with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. These one- to three-bedroom condos include full kitchens and in-unit laundry, while the property itself offers two swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, and grilling areas. Your rental will include seasonal beach service, providing you with beach chairs and umbrellas.

The resort is positioned near several local attractions on Okaloosa Island. Guests can walk to the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, while The Boardwalk offers shopping and entertainment less than a mile away. For a wider variety of activities, the Destin Harbor Boardwalk is approximately 6 miles to the east, typically a 10-minute drive. This hub is the primary location for fishing charters, dolphin tours, and waterfront nightlife.

Parking: Free uncovered parking is provided for up to 3 vehicles with each reservation. One designated space is covered, and the others are uncovered in the open lot.

Food: For groceries, you're just a short drive from Publix at Shoppes at Paradise Pointe or nearby Winn-Dixie, making snack time and meal prep stress-free. Dining options near Gulf Dunes are varied and accessible. Stewby's Seafood Shanty is a popular spot for fresh seafood located directly across the street. Other nearby choices include Old Bay Steamer for steamed platters and The Gulf, which offers outdoor seating and bay views. For Italian cuisine, Vincenzo's Italian Bistro is a short distance away, and The Shack provides a classic waterfront setting for local seafood.

Beach Service: One set (2 chairs and 1 umbrella) are provided complimentary with your reservation daily between Mar 1 and Oct 31. The beach service vendor will set the chairs up 8am-9am typically. Chairs are typically claimed as guests arrive. You will be able to reserve an available set of chairs with a towel, beach bag, etc. It is recommended that you reserve your chairs early while availability is plentiful. Additional sets may be purchased by speaking with the vendor upon arrival. Private chairs and canopies up to 10'x10' are generally allowed barring they do not interfere with the beach service access and/or view.

Pool: There are two ocean-side gated pools at this resort which are open year-round. Pools are typically heated only as needed to maintain a tenable level, which is typically to a water temperature between 68-75℉.

PROVISIONS
• Must be 25 yrs old to reserve and occupy this property.
• Completed and signed Rental Agreement must be received within 24 hours (via email)
• Vehicles are limited to passenger vehicles only. No RVs or Trailers
• No Smoking in unit or on balcony
• Check-In 4pm, Check-Out 10am
• Early Arrivals - Please plan to arrive at 4pm. If it is imperative that you check in before 4pm, we suggest reserving an extra night. However, you will be automatically notified by email if your room is ready before 4pm. The resort facilities and amenities are available to use while waiting.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

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
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • 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
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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About the area

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches
    Fort Walton Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand
    Okaloosa Island Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day
    Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Bay Steamer
    7 min walk
  • Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill
    16 min walk
  • FUBAR Pizza Bar
    7 min walk
  • Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach
    14 min walk
  • Waffle House
    18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is just steps away from Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Sound and Ross Marler Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Gulf Dunes 609 • Amazing Top Floor Ocean View, Beautifully Upgraded, Okaloosa Island near Destin Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Surprise wedding

What a great getaway in a wonderful condo Beautiful sunrise and sunsets each day. With. Fireworks on the pier close by for New Year's Eve We loved our stay and can't wait to come visit again Thanks Bob for helping us with the accommodations. It was wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Beautiful view

The view was amazing! The room was very comfortable and roomy ! Will book this room again !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Excellent

Very nice condo. Exceeded my expectations. Extremely clean and plenty of space for everyone. Will definitely book next summer!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Excellent

Everything about this vacation was easy. Parking was marked, door code was given on time. Room was very clean and beds were so comfortable! Beautiful view from balcony, chair service was flawless and the pool was well maintained. We're a family of 5 and had plenty of room, will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

Matched up perfectly as advertised. We are very satisfied with the condo size and room layout. Easy access to the beach and perfect access to Destin for excellect dining. Looking forward to doing it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

randal v.

Excellent

We started in one unit, but the air conditioning wasn't working. After an uncomfortable first night, we were moved to a different unit (which was a necessary pain). The rental company did everything they could to make our trip a good experience. No one can foresee this type of problem, but Sunset Resort Rentals was wonderful to work with - even giving us a return of one night's rental fee. Overall, it was an excellent vacation!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

wonderful location, amazing view, and roomy accommodation

Stayed for a week. Short walk to the beach. Beach was amazing. Boardwalk was within walking distance, beach was white sand and soft. Outdoor showers. Close to many restaurants and shops. The apartment had a fridge, dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, 2 showers and tubs, plus there was a garbage shoot nearby. There were also TVs in each room with Netflix/Hule etc, and Wifi. The view from the apartment looked directly onto the beach and ocean. The only small downside was that there was still some sand left over in the shower from the previous guests. Also I would think it would be helpful to include a hand rail in both the shower units - it was very slippery when taking showers. Please also, could you provide a few more garbage bags. We had to buy more garbage bags.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Excellent

The condo was great. The location is good for the beach , pool, and a very short walk to play putt putt and eat ice cream and also my favorite, Stewbys seafood.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views from the condo of sunset over the gulf! Condo was very clean! We enjoyed the beach chairs and umbrella as well as the pool! Wonderful restaurants within walking distance The host communication was very good with clear messages well in advance!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice condo. It accommodated our family of 6 comfortably. The outdoor furniture was the best as we love to sit on the balcony a lot. We love that a beach set of chairs and umbrella were available to us courtesy of the condo. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Awesome place and very easy to work with
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Excellent

Great location right on the beach! Would stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sheree M.

Excellent

I love this place stay here every year
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Emilee O.

NICE

Very Nice! Would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful view and location

My family and I really enjoyed the condo. Easy access to the beach. Breathtaking view. The property was very clean and well maintained. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Nice and clean

The condo was very clean upon arrival. It was very nicely decorated. We really enjoyed our stay here and would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

This was our second time staying at Gulf Dunes and the first at this property. We loved it. We had grandparents, parent, a teenager, and two kids. We had enough space for all of us.We loved the balcony. We saw dolphins multiple times while we were enjoying the view. The beach is great. It's not overly crowded. Empty seats were always available when we arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

Perfection

Such an amazing time spent with family, condo was perfect for our needs.. The beach vibe was just what we needed to be able to escape the real world for a couple of days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deanna Q.

Excellent

absolutely loved our condo! we will definitely be back. would recommend to anyone
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

Beautiful!

This unit was perfect! It was clean, had a great view of the ocean and had everything we needed. We were able to walk to quite a few restaurants or take a short Uber ride if we wanted to go a little further.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating Thomas Vacation 2023

The condo was clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. Thank you so much for allowing my family and I to stay in your beautiful condo. This is our first family vacation since my beloved husband passed away in March this year. Ft. Walton is beautiful! Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tessa J.

Great Stay

Our stay was wonderful. Great location on a beach that isn't as crowded as some areas. Having beach chairs, umbrella and a covered parking spot were a nice perk! Pools were never too crowded even on the busy week of 4th of July. The condo itself was well kept and clean! Beds were comfortable! Kitchen was nice! The balcony and view were definitely the highlight. We also really enjoyed being across the street from Stewbys! Would definitely come back to this condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall Great, but be Prepared for Rules

Fantastic space for the price. Be prepared for a novel of strict rules that may scare you to the extent of not being able to relax (ie. If you stink up the place or lay on top of the bed comforters you may get a $350 fine).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Beautiful Condo at a Great Location

The condo was beautiful and well kept. The balcony had an excellent view. They also had a lot of items in stock. Cooking utensils, margarita machine, pots and pans. It was awesome! They do need a new can opener, the one we used definitely needs thrown out and the mattress in the master needs to probably be replaced, it slopes pretty bad on one side. It feels like you might roll out of bed. Other than that, it's perfect!
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Week

Overall, our stay was great! It was myself, my husband, and our 4 children ages 4-13. One of the reasons we chose this specific condo was for the number of beds. Each kiddo had their own. The front room where there are twin bunks is not a true bedroom in that it doesn’t have a closet. It’s tiny. It doesn’t have a ceiling fan and gets poor circulation. We had to turn the AC way down at night to get that room cool. That room also doesn’t have curtains. The other bedrooms do. We had to hang blankets over the blinds so it wouldn’t be so bright. It faces the front walk way too so there were lights on all night. The master bedroom doesn’t get great circulation either but it was better than the tiny front room. The light under the microwave doesn’t turn off. It will dim but you can’t turn it completely off. There does need to be some updating. We noticed several loose floor tiles throughout. Living room furniture is older and feels worn and compressed. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware necessary to prepare meals. There’s even a blender! The managers provided plenty of dishwasher and laundry soaps, as well as trash bags. We stayed for 10 days and didn’t have to purchase our own. Views from the balcony were amazing! Dolphins daily!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024