Title: Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3732&destination=Fort+Walton+Beach%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=16183916&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD ## Photo gallery for Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD ![On the beach - Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16190000/16184000/16183916/e368a823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16190000/16184000/16183916/5dba2112.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![DVD player - Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16190000/16184000/16183916/66a0afdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Balcony - Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16190000/16184000/16183916/8e392230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night - Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD (Fort Walton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16190000/16184000/16183916/w595h399x5y0-faf1b994.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Located close to Okaloosa Island Beach, Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 30 - Mar 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 31 - Apr 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=16183916&PinnedHotelID=16183916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Beachfront - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 8 - 3 Single Beds ### Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Beachfront - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 14 - 4 Single Beds ### Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Beachfront - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 10 - 3 Single Beds ### Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Beachfront - 4 bedrooms - Sleeps 10 - 4 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach.dx3732) [View more Apartments in Fort Walton Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Walton-Beach-Apartments.d3732-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C30.39617%2C-86.60187&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VQczE-c0YXsnZwm43rfFcf1qCYs=) 1150 Santa Rosa Boulevard, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548 ### What's nearby - ![Fort Walton Beach, USA Okaloosa Island fishing pier in Florida in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico during sunny day, wave crashing on shore, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496855/f6cbb6a4-cebe-4f24-bee2-dc254b687eb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Okaloosa Island Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![FortWaltonBeach_EmeraldCoastConventionCenter_6128040_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128040/2f0f701f-1171-4c2f-a89d-f77fac0d6c8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065716/d8406b44-3f76-4737-9b4c-161dd6ab6a10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![FXKH87 Okaloosa Island Pier along an empty beach in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560493217/345bcb1f-e656-4800-8ad0-2ebe109e3a0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Okaloosa Island Pier 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Under Okaloosa fishing pier in Fort Walton Beach, Florida with pillars, green shallow waves in Panhandle, Gulf of Mexico on summer sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505609/928ca27f-2e99-4b01-bfc7-5993074c22f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill 15 min walk - Old Bay Steamer 4 min walk - Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill 13 min walk - FUBAR Pizza Bar 4 min walk - The Gulf 10 min walk ## About this property ### Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD An outdoor pool, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this apartment building. Each apartment features a sofa bed and a DVD player, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. Added amenities include a coffee/tea maker. Housekeeping is not available. Air-conditioned accommodation at Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD offers DVD players. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. 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Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### 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) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fees vary based on unit and length of stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards 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 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. ### Property is also known as Azure Sandcastle Apartment BnD Okaloosa Island Azure Sandcastle Apartment BnD Azure Sandcastle Apartment BnD Fort Walton Beach Azure Sandcastle Apartment BnD Condo Fort Walton Beach Azure Sandcastle Apartment BnD Condo Azure dcastle Apartment BnD Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD Apartment Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD Fort Walton Beach ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD have a pool? ### Is Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD? ### What time is check-in at Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD? ### What time is check-out at Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD? ### Where is Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Azure Sandcastle 3 Bedroom Apartment by BnD Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 3 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vacation 2019 Beautiful place.will return again ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7871FB16C4D06A5ADEAF7DD4711DF41F427D27DE1567537724478.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotel Landy Orlando Universal Blvd., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Hotel-Landy-Orlando-Universal-Blvd.h889939.Hotel-Information) > - [Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Sonesta-ES-Suites-Orlando-International-Drive.h26711.Hotel-Information) > - 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