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Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717

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A beach with clear turquoise water and a white sandy shore under a blue sky.
A modern living room with a large TV, a yellow armchair, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.
A cozy living room with a view of the ocean, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with granite countertops and a modern faucet.
Exterior
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a building with balconies.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jetty East Condominiums
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

At this condo you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Destin Beaches and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and condo features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park, gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Destin Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cj’s Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Saloon - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717

🛏️ Sleeps 6 Comfortably
✔ King master suite with private bath
✔ Guest room with 2 twin beds bunks and Queen
✔ Queen sleeper sofa for extra guests

🌅 Views That Make You Smile
Step onto your private balcony and enjoy:
🌊 Panoramic harbor views
🌅 Gorgeous Destin sunsets every evening
🍹 The perfect spot to unwind and be happy

🛋️ Relax & Enjoy the Moment
✔ Cozy, updated beachy décor
✔ New mattress for extra comfort
✔ Spacious living area to kick back after beach days

🍳 Easy, Breezy Living
✔ Fully equipped kitchen with granite & stainless appliances
✔ Dining space perfect for meals, games & laughs

🏖️ Beach Life Made Easy
✔ Private beach access just steps away
✔ FREE beach setup (2 chairs + umbrella, Mar–Oct)
✔ More time relaxing, less time planning

🎉 Fun for Everyone
✔ 2 pools + hot tubs
✔ Pickleball, tennis, basketball & shuffleboard
✔ Fitness center + grilling pavilion
✔ Kids Club activities, crafts & dive-in movies

🎁 Bonus Perks
✔ VIP discounts on local dining & excursions

⚠️ Good to Know
No pets | No smoking (unit or patio)
Max occupancy: 6
Starter supplies provided (guests restock as needed)
Onsite coin laundry available

🌊 Come for the views, stay for the vibes—Islander 717 is your happy place at the beach. Book now!
Virtual Tour Url: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=osXqNG4Yc9K

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Unit 717 West View Gold Unit
2128-123536
Don't Worry, Beach Happy in Unit 717 w/ Free Beach Service Condo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

Yep, Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 is a short 6-minute walk from Destin Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and body boarding.

Does Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 have a pool?

Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 has a heated pool and a pool.

Does Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717.

Is Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, laundry facilities and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

No, Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beach Happy Vibes & Sunset Smiles – Islander 717 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great week in this condo! The listing is very accurate. It was fun to watch all the sunset cruises settle in for the absolutely beautiful sunsets that we could watch from our deck. Our boys loved all the activities available — beach, pools, tennis, pickleball, basketball, shuffleboard —all of which equipment was available at the front desk at no cost. We would definitely come back here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. The beach was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hollie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

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

VRBO

Very nice, clean, and easy to check in/out
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Great stay!

Our stay was great! The condo was very cute and had everything we needed! 💙
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce P.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Trip

The place was gorgeous and we loved everything about it! Quick walk to the beach and two pools. We hope to be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Perfect getaway!

We planned a very quick trip for Memorial Day! It was myself, my mom and my teenage daughter. The condo was perfect. The amenities at the condo were excellent! We loved the pool, the carts for hauling stuff up and down, beach access and cleanliness overall. Everyone was so friendly. Alan was wonderful- make sure you tip him well! We would love to come back again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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: The condo was clean and view was awesome. Hope to be back next fall.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

Spring break getaway

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: Second time staying at the Islander, extremely satisfied with location and units. Perfect for our family of four!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K.

Girls Get-Away

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: Great unit! Beautiful views and comfortable interior.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Family Vacation Magic

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: Our vacation rental was perfect, had great ocean views too! The pools were perfect temperature and the hot tubs were nice and hot. The beach sand was soft and white and the sun shined bright! We definitely will be back! The Islander is family friendly and so fun.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Abita Springs, LA

Great vacay

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: Everything went smooth, from check in to check out. The unit was very well appointed. And the decor was super beachy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Amazing!!!

This was an amazing place to take your family. The beach is so close and the beach attendant is so helpful and attentive! It was great to have chairs and an umbrella there. It's so close to restaurants and stores. It's locked and very secure so I felt comfortable with my sons going back and forth. We will be coming back for sure!!! Than you for a great vacation for my Family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Fabulous view & beach decor!

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 have been to The Islander several times, this time was with a large group. Condo 717 was the best one we visited or have stayed in. The bed was comfortable and the decor made me feel right at home yet on the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Great location. Close to the beach

Views from the balcony were excellent and you could hear the ocean. The condo is a short distance from restaurants and stores. Enjoyed not having to bring an umbrella and chairs to the beach. The attendant on the beach was super nice. We loved the convenience of the shopping cart to bring groceries up to the room. We wish the tennis and pickleball courts were open but they were under refurb our entire stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Plainfield, IN

Great place to stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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 time in Unit 717. It was clean, great size and location. It was decorated so cute. I love coastal decor when on vacation at the beach. We had everything we needed and we were close enough to all the restaurants and stores. We had a great stay and will definitely be back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

David Y.

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

Great clean beach

Great condo! My only complaint was the communication. The never return messages set through VRBO. They did return phone calls. With al that I will be staying here again in the future. Thanks for the great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Great place to 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 have stayed at the islander now for many years. We enjoy it each time. This room was great for our family. The twin beds in the 2nd bedroom were very tall to try to get into but moved having storage underneath but wasn’t a huge deal and we made it work. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carolyn H.

Perfect beach weather

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the beach service. Wished both elevators worked. There was fruit loops and tortilla chips on the floor in living room so clearly it was not vacuumed.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

We Loved it !!

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: My wife and I had a great time at the Islander Resort. The Condo was very nice, with everything we needed for our stay. We loved walking to the beach everyday, then sitting in the jacuzzi tub at the resort, before going back to our unit, and seeing the sunset almost every evening !! The view was great from our unit, looking out over the nearby lake, and harbor inlet to watch the boats go in and out, plus the sunsets on the gulf were priceless. We are definitely coming back again in the future !!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

A Break from COVID

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: Clean property. Clean condo. Convenient to grocery and restaurants. We utilized the Islander VIP discounts at area merchants. Never had to wait long for an elevator and the facility was full. Parking lot was also easy and close to where we wanted to be in relation to our condo. Views of ocean and beach area were just as promised. We definitely will recommend and return to this resort.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Pleasantly surprised

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: We reluctantly stayed again this year after a 2 year hiatus. I swore last time I’d never come back. There was a new staff which was one this year. Both elevators were working. (Last 2 stays there they were not) The front desk staff was helpful and eager to please . Thankful you got this all straightened out.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John C.

The VIEW

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 wanted to stay an extra night...WOW...the price went up on holiday weekend...ouch...UNTIL we saw THE VIEW from 717. Oh My! We now want 717 every visit. One problem... The chairs did not rock and swivel on the patio. That is what this old person wanted. BUT...did I mention THE VIEW?
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Krista F.

Amazing as always!

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: This is year #6 for us at The Islander! Amazing staff, great property, super clean, quiet and safe! This was our first time in unit 717 and it was great! Very clean and tastefully decorated, I loved that they had a closet with beach toys- we even left the ones we purchased so the next guests could use them too! The only thing I didn’t love about our stay is the elevator was broke multiple times throughout our stay and the new bracelet wrist bands are terrible and not reliable at all, we were locked out of our unit multiple times. Other than those two things though we had a great stay and no complaints at all! We will continue to come back year after year!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

John C.

Very Quiet and Pleasant

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 Islander is a wonderful place to enjoy the Destin area and the beach. Only one thing which would stop me from staying in Room 717 next time. If you Love a HARD bed, this is where you want to go to sleep. As for me, I toughed it out. My wife slept on the couch for 9 nights. Loved 717 other than that. I hope they install something to make it softer. We will be back. If I knew the bed was softer, I would book our next 9 nights in 717 right now! Beautiful view! Oh yeah, and a couple of those patio chairs which rock and swivel would be nice. Some have those and some do not. 717 does not! Overall, the Islander is The Best place to stay!

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