Gulf Dunes Resort, nestled between the beach and downtown Destin, offers a serene retreat with an artfully decorated two-bedroom condo featuring a private balcony and beautifully bright colors. Enjoy access to tennis courts, two seasonally heated pools, and protected natural dunes. The condo is equipped with laundry facilities and fully-equipped kitchen for meal prep.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary!
Gulf Dunes 416 - Ocean's Edge! FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! This newly updated three-bedroom/two-bath unit is artfully decorated with the finest furnishings and beautifully bright colors! The condo is perfect for a couple's retreat. The spacious master bedroom is beach front with entry to the private balcony. Another entry is from the living room area. The beauty of the emerald coast can be admired from the dining and kitchen areas as well. The kitchen is fully equipped so meal prep is made easy. For your laundry needs a washer and dryer can be found in this beach front condo as well. Unit has a 58 inch SMART Flat screen television. A festive vacation awaits you both inside and out. Gulf Dunes Resort is just a Few Minutes from Downtown Destin. You will be within walking distance of several Restaurants, and souvenir shops. On one side of the condo, you will have the Beach Lover's Paradise, and on the other, you will experience the convenience of local everything. Grocery stores, and specialty shops are only minutes away in Fort Walton Beach. The Fishing Pier is within walking distance, as is the famous Crab Trap and Gulfarium Complex. Of course, you could enjoy the beautiful drive to Destin to shop the Outlet Malls, stroll the Fishing Harbors, thrill the family at several theme parks, and choose from endless Dockside Restaurants for the family. This Beach Front Property is accented with Tennis Courts, a Private Gym, two Seasonally Heated Pools, and Protected Natural Dunes. There is 426 feet of Gulf Front Privacy, two private dune walkovers with showers, and relaxing lush tropical landscaping. Though Destin and its attractions are only a short drive away, this stretch of Powder White Beach is much more secluded. Okaloosa Island is conveniently located 1 mile from the Convention Center, 1 mile from downtown Fort Walton, and only 6 gorgeous from Destin.
The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed, 2nd bedroom - 1 king bed, 3rd bedroom with bunk beds , NO CLOSET IN THIS ROOM. This unit sleeps 8.
Enjoy breathtaking Sunrises and Sunsets from one of the Cleanest and Most Unspoiled Beaches in all of Florida.
All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package: 2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st) 1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from * WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course * REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle * EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp * SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay 1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st) * Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus * Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster 1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus 1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide
**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
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
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Kayak
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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
About the area
Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
17 min drive
Restaurants
Sura Korean Steakhouse
2 min drive
Old Bay Steamer
6 min walk
FUBAR Pizza Bar
5 min walk
Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill
14 min walk
Aj's Oyster Shanty
4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Ross Marler Park and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.
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GD 416: Ocean's Edge - Wave Goodbye to Ordinary, Say Hello to Extraordinary! Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
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.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Easy reservation process, great location.
A guest from Hazel Green, AL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dale R.
3 Aug 2023
Nice Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Would definitely stay here again.
Dale R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Doug T.
12 Nov 2024
Golf trip in paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great stay at Gulf Dunes. We have stayed there several times and have always loved it. We will be back.
The view is beautiful, the place was clean and the beds were comfy. We did do some work on our laptops while there, and the glass table and wood chairs did make us a bit sore (we’re getting older so we bruise more easily 😂), but otherwise it was a relaxing getaway, just what was needed.
Suzanne P.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debbi K.
30 Sept 2023
Relax and Recharge
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was very clean. The rooms are sizeable and comfortable. It was great being able to sit on the patio with my morning coffee and end my day listening to the waves.
Debbi K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Darleen S.
26 Feb 2024
Gulf Dunes 416: Absolutely Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our 2nd stay at Gulf Dunes (through Brooks and Shorey) and it was absolutely fantastic. We love the location, the views and the people of Brooks and Shorey are very professional, helpful and friendly. The condo was in great condition, beds comfortable and clean.
Darleen S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Renea R.
15 Nov 2023
Beautiful View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We travel to Okaloosa Island every year and stayed in many units. We always use Brooks &Shorey for booking. It is always a great experience. This unit was very basic, but nice enough. It had several maintenance issues and definitely needed a deep, ceiling to floor cleaning, but the beds were comfortable and as always, the view was amazing.
Renea R.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Stephen M.
11 Feb 2024
Condo needs repairs...
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Condo is in need of repairs. Toilet in guest bathroom runs all the time. Refrigerator has many broken parts. Burners on stove tilt. Deck furniture is in poor shape. Tiles are broken or coming up off floor in master bath
Stephen M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Laina W.
17 Oct 2023
Home Away From Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been coming to Destin/Fort Walton area for nearly 20th and we absolutely love the atmosphere, people and whatnot has to offer. We love that FW is quiet and relaxing and if we need excitement, Destin is only a few minutes away and as soon as we need quiet, back to FW we go to relax again. Gulf dunes is a great place to vacation at and Brooks and Shorey made the process easy for booking! The only downfall to our stay was upkeep of the condo itself. Trash stashed behind the couch, toilet paper roll in the guest bathroom was completely gone and looked as if someone just broke it off, the small room with bunks blinds were broken, refrigerator didn’t make any ice, and it just seemed outdated. However, most of our time was spent on the beach so we were able to overlook it, just a little eye sore from what we are used to.
Laina W.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Stephanie H.
12 May 2024
Nice view of the beach, but needs many updates!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This condo is just ok- needs many updates. The furniture is very old and it is not comfortable at all. The chairs you can barely sit in without sliding out of. The icemaker was broken, but the maintenance man came and fixed it quickly, which was very nice. There were many loose outlets and he also replaced those. The drawers in one of the bedrooms was broken. We had issues on the elevator, it was very scary, but that was fixed immediately, which we so appreciated! I have stayed at Gulf Dunes before that in a different condo. That condo was very nice. I would not rent this particular condo again. When I pay that much money for a vacation, I like everything to work, be clean and be able to sit in good furniture and all appliances working . The beach service was awesome. Dan was very accommodating and we appreciated that.! As I said before, I will stay at Gulf Dunes again but not be in this condo. The owners need to update! Kitchen, dishes, toaster, etc. all needs updating. I recommend Gulf Dunes, but not this condo.
We loved our stay here. The condo was exactly as described, the beach service was awesome, our condo was clean, it was in a great location (definitely go to Stewbys!). Our dislikes were minimal, the pillows were thin and there was not any basic condiments at all (olive oil, salt and pepper, etc) which we thought was so strange. Overall we will definitely stay again!
Robyn E.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda A.
24 Mar 2020
Wonderful Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time at this condo! Extremely clean and had everything we needed!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What an incredible vacation! The location was great, the property was beautiful and the condo was in great shape.
Holli L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Colette S.
27 July 2025
Beautiful
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice condo. Plenty of dishes and silverware. The balcony has nice patio furniture. The toilet in the master bath was kinda wobbly. The toilet seat in the guest bath was broken, maintenance came straight out and fixed it. I would return.
This stay was really very nice. The management company for this property was outstanding!! Excellent communication throughout the whole renting process. The rating only reflects the condo needing some updating, felt tired. But it was clean and comfortable for our needs. Gorgeous view of the Gulf and easy access to the pool and beach. Very enjoyable time!
Maria S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Heather W.
22 June 2025
GD 416
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was okay- the only things I was not happy about was that there was hair still on the master toilet and a feminine hygiene pad stuck to the outside of the guest bedroom door, and some man had to keep coming to our room to look at the windows, all of this happened when we were not inside the condo, so that made me kind of uncomfy.
Heather W.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Stephen M.
11 Jan 2024
Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We are still here till Feb.9th. Not sure why we're getting these emails
Stephen M.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jarrett J.
28 Mar 2016
Great Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time on our vacation. The place was great. It was just as it was described. We enjoyed our stay. The only thing I noticed was that the website said if any animals were on the premises, you would be asked to leave without a refund. I hurriedly requested a dog sitter in Ft. Walton, but then noticed two different dogs in the same building that we were in. This would not keep me from returning, but I was confused.
Jarrett J.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2016
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Josh C.
3 Aug 2025
We love Brooks and Shorey... not our specific Condo
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We first want to start with: We love booking with Brooks and Shorey! The team is professional and polite! However, the condo we stayed at this year was lacking what we are used to. The trip started out with finding a bathing suit, from the previous guest, hanging on the master bath door. (Staff immediately retrieved this bathing suit but this made us really question the cleanliness). In the kitchen, we found dirty silverware (particularly the knives that had a cover over them in the drawer). The doors in the unit were very dirty. One of the elevators was broken, we had to wait a crazy amount of time each time we had to use the elevator. We hate to complain, but just expected a little more for what we paid!
Josh C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jerry B.
30 June 2023
Return visit to Destin, year 8
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed at Gulf dunes several times and at this particular unit once before. We love this area. It is close enough to Destin and Fort Walton to have plenty to do but a little less busy. The condo is well situated and has fantastic views. There were some minor maintenance issues with the unit. Bathroom towel rails and toilet paper holders were all loose in main bathroom. The patio door in the living room did not lock at all and the front door lock was not always opening with the code. Otherwise, the condo was very clean and well taken care of. We will likely return again. Kitchen was well stocked and we had plenty of towels which was great as we had 6 people in our party. there was plenty of room for us all. A wonderful vacation and we enjoyed our time.
Jerry B.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Stephen D.
25 July 2023
Another year at Gulf Dunes
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our 20th year to FWB for our annual beach get away, almost all have been at this property. Always loved it and have a good time. This year we stayed in The west tower in unit 416. I know these things are owned individually, but id have to say that this unit was def the most mediocre ive stayed in. Although pictures did show what it looked like and what all its furnished with, it def is one that is just a rental. Bathtub in the master is stained and just looks dirty, towel holders/tp holders coming off the walls, tiles are loose in places and feel its about to pop up any min, beds are not comfortable at all, walls are bare, kitchen stoves burners are on their last leg, and the kitchen island had pretty significant water damage that was just painted over. Dryer is slow at best. Overall unit was clean and in tact, just bot what you would expect for almost 4k for a week. The livingroom was the best part if this unit that made you feel you were not in motel, and the tv is updated and nice.
Stephen D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peijay R.
23 Nov 2022
Great stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome.
Peijay R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Resha M.
18 Oct 2022
Wonderful Week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had the best week on Okaloosa Island. Beautiful weather. Brooks & Shorey were the best to work with! Very responsive to emails and a pleasure to work with. The condo was beautiful and clean. My only suggestion is it needs a new stove & new dryer! Stove is way outdated and the eyes are all crooked making cooking annoying. Plenty of cups/plates/silverware, but could use more cooking pans. The dryer is TERRIBLE!!!! Had to run it 3 x 60 min cycles to get clothes dry! TERRIBLE!!
Resha M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lamar H.
11 Oct 2022
Gulf Dunes experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
IT was great. Water was smooth and calm. Condo was great too! Saw lots of dolphins from my beach chair.