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ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind!

Beachfront condo near Okaloosa Island Beach

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a blue chair. There is a balcony with a view of the mountains.

A beach with a fence in the foreground and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a double sink. There are four bar stools and a refrigerator.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a round dining table with bar stools.

Overview
Amenities
Location
Policies

Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 683 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Place, Fort Walton Beaches
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Santa Rosa Sound
‪5 min walk‬
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

On the beach.At this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll be well placed to visit Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Santa Rosa Sound is within half a mile (1 km) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center is within 2 miles (3 km).

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What's nearby

Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Okaloosa Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬3 min drive
‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Ocean Buffet - ‬8 min drive
‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
‪Olive Garden - ‬8 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.

ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind!

Emerald Towers West 1003 - Sandy Toes!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! Treat yourself to a much needed time out, on the beach side! This 1 BR is the perfect spot to get away and rejuvenate. Excellent beach front unit with a fully stocked kitchen! Beachy theme makes this a dream escape for years to come. You and your loved ones will be able to enjoy the gorgeous views Okaloosa Island has to offer straight from your living room and dining area! Spacious balcony area with high seated chairs perfectly tailored for taking in the breathtaking views and gorgeous sunsets from this balcony. Book today to enjoy all the excellent features Emerald Towers West 1003 has to offer!

This unit can accommodate up to 6 guests and includes a queen size bed in the master, bunk beds in the hallway and a pull out sofa sleeper in the living area. Fully equipped and traveler ready, the kitchen includes all of your necessary cooking utensils and there is also a stackable washer and dryer for your ultimate vacation convenience. So pack up your flip flops and head to the Emerald Coast where sunshine, sugar sand and saltwater awaits you!

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: Master bedroom - 1 queen bed. 2 Bunk beds in the hallway. 1 Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 6.

- Beach Front Living Room
- Bath Area with Double Vanity Sink and Separate Shower Room
- Private Balcony
- Full Kitchen
- Washer and Dryer in Unit
- FREE BEACH SERVICE
- FREE GOLF
- FREE DOLPHIN CRUISE
- FREE SNORKELING
- Gated Pool
- BBQ grills
- Elevators
- Flat screen Tv's
- KEYLESS ENTRY
- FREE WIFI

Guests at any of our Emerald Towers West units can enjoy free high-speed Internet, beautiful beachfront scenery, a gated pool, two barbeque grill areas beside the pool, and direct boardwalk access to the beach.

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!**

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Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Heated pool
Pool gate

Internet

Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
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

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront

Things to do

Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling 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)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 896 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in 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

No pets 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

ETW 1003 Where Summer is a State of Mind Free Beach Service Wifi

1207-17720

ETW 1003 Where Summer is State Mind Free Beach Service Wifi

Frequently asked questions

How close is ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! to the airport?

This condo is 11.1 mi (19-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

This condo is 1.2 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

Mar 22, 2025

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

Quick Spring Break get away!!

Had a great time!! Nice condo!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Jul 21, 2025

Wonderful!

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Mar 31, 2024

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

Excellent!

Great stay for the week with my 8 year old son!! We will be back 😁

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Jun 24, 2025

Great condo and service

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

janet b.

Oct 15, 2023

Fall trip

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn B.

Jul 26, 2020

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

Perfect location

We were looking to be further away from the hustle and bustle of Destin and on the beach. This was a great location. We didn’t spend much time in the unit because it was so easy to be on the beach. We enjoyed the patio and chair service. The unit had everything we needed even though it is dated and has carpet, it was perfect for our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mikki M.

Aug 16, 2023

Room 1003

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michelle R.

Jul 14, 2019

Great location!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Aug 9, 2023

Great location and cozy

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: My family of 4 enjoyed staying at the Brooks and Shorey Resorts. It was right outside the main touristy area which was great! We enjoyed being right on the ocean. Each morning our chairs and umbrella were set up so it made things a lot easier. The condo was clean and felt like home away from home. We would stay here again for sure!!

From a partner site

8/10 Good

katie p.

May 17, 2022

June vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: The property could use a little maintenance and updating. There was a crack in the wall in the bathroom that needs to be repaired and a spot in the carpet that needs fixed. The condo was clean and in a great beautiful location.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lauren W.

Sep 1, 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

great location but needs updating

The carpets in the bath, hall and bedroom were filthy. The rest of the unit was clean. The cabinet's surface in kitchen was literally peeling off. There are no "extras" in this unit, cards, games, etc. Overall, overpriced considering the condition of the unit.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vicki D.

Jun 28, 2023

Great 1st floor unit!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than 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 been going to Ft Walton for about 4 years. We’ve stayed in many condos, this one was very nice and you can still see the beach over the dune in the 1st floor. Was nice not having to wait for an elevator all week. Everything is new in the unit and having laundry in the u it is wonderful! Shower was a bit small and not a lot of xtra in n the unit burned is very comfy and view is stunning. A little further down the island than we prefer but that’s just cuz we walk everywhere when there.

Archival

4/10 Poor

Fansler R.

Oct 11, 2015

Beautiful Fall Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. The condo was nice, clean & a great few of the ocean. I loved having a beach chair ready & available when I was ready to go to the beach. That was a very nice perk for me. The only down side was the people above us were constantly dragging furniture around everyday. Our next visit we will definitely try to get an upper floor instead of the first floor. Other than that everything was wonderful.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Amelanie G.

Jul 10, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Quality of condo for the price

I was very disappointed. The unit was not updated as compared to other units I visited. The carpet was filthy especially where the vanities areas were. It was wet the whole time we were there. Tbe vent in the bathroom was hanging from the ceiling. The paint was peeling on the inner doors.. For the price, I was expecting a nicer place. I wish we would have stayed in a hotel. It would have been cheaper for the same quality of the condo. No wonder this was the only condo left when we booked it. Very disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jack W.

Oct 9, 2021

Extremely disappointed in room 1003

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: This is the first time we have ever filled out a negative review for Emerald Towers West. We stay at Emerald Towers West and rent 3 condos for our family every fall. This year one of the condos was 1003. This is the worst condo we have stayed in. The kitchen cabinets were coming apart, the carpet had small nails sticking up, the bathroom light didn’t work (but maintenance came right out to fix it), the bathroom door wouldn’t lock and it was in rough shape. The master bed was very squeaky and it did not fit the bed frame. It’s just NOT a nice condo and needs a lot of work on it. We will stay at Emerald Towers West again; however, condo 1003 will not be a choice. Extremely disappointed in the up keep of this condo 1003. The balcony was well maintained, kitchen had a new dishwasher, pool was clean and heated, the outside property was well maintained.

From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Jack W.

Oct 9, 2022

Not worth the money

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: October 2-6, 2022. We have stayed at Emerald Towers West in other rooms and they were nice and clean. Condo 1003 is not the same as the others and is in need of some serious renovation and clean up. The kitchen cabinets are duct taped and painted over, the carpet in the living room had small nails sticking up, the lamp shades in the bedroom are hanging over and broken, the bottom lining in the top bunk bed is ripped and hanging down and almost touches the face on the person in the bottom bunk. We killed huge roach and found a smaller one dead on the floor. For this reason we did not cook because it did not feel sanitary. Couch was nice, dishwasher appeared to be new, water pressure in the shower was good, view was nice, balcony furniture was average. The pool is supposed to be heated but it was so cold you could not get in. The outside of the property appeared clean. We would consider staying at Emerald Towers West again but will definitely never stay in room 1003 again!!!!!!

From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Kristin T.

Jun 21, 2022

June trip

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view and the proximity to the beach was fantastic. The unit itself needed many updates. There was a crack in the bathtub, the railing in the shower was falling off, the cabinets were peeling, bunkbeds need replacing, the bed was very squeaky.

From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Kristin T.

Jun 20, 2022

June trip

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberto C.

Jun 8, 2022

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

Perfect location

Easy access to the beach, not very crowded, especially compared to the larger adjacent condos. Umbrella and chairs are setup very early, lifeguards patrolled frequently. Lots of seaweed and surf, but access to Destin beaches is also just a few minutes away. The pool was relatively clean as well. The unit itself probably needs some updates, but not much to complain about.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Apr 25, 2022

Emerald towers west

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: The process was made very easy by brooks and Shorey .. the view from condo was amazing .., the condo itself needs some updating ... very dated

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nov 13, 2021

Kreutzer's

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was ok,it was really hard to find the location to give our information and get the room number.Crystal was very nice and helpful.The condo wasn't very clean.

From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Don C.

Sep 19, 2021

The balcomy

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you are not a smoker, do not rent this place. People are allowed to smoke on the balconies and when you sit outside, it reeks of cigarette smoke.

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nancy F.

Sep 6, 2021

Pluses outweigh the minuses

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very 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: This property is in a great location and we have stayed in 4 different units here. This unit was convenient being on the ground floor, however it needs some remodeling. The kitchen cabinet vinyl covering was badly peeling off and the cabinets in both the kitchen and bathroom were difficult to open. It was difficult to cook on the as none of the burners sat level. The bathroom outlets were sketchy and needed replacing. Overall the unit was pretty clean and serviceable but the carpet was very dirty with bare spots. Elegant it is not, but the living area furniture was comfortable and so was the queen bed. There were adequate linens and they were all in good condition. In the past we have found the management helpful and professional however this time not as much. I was emailed a parking pass that had to be printed out. I called management and asked if they could print it out and leave it for us since we were already on our lengthy road trip without a way to print anything. Their response was we do not print out things anymore thats why we email it to you and did not comply with my request. I contacted the number left on the counter for any housekeeping need, got a voice-mail and was never called back. Housekeeping walked in on me without knocking or calling out while I was standing naked after just getting out of the shower and didn't bother to apologize, just defended her actions and said well I have to call management. Overall the beach access and roomy living space overcome the down sides of much less than home quality living.

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Aug 12, 2021

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

Emerald Towers West

Location was great and we had plenty of beach time with great views from our 1st floor deck. The unit is in need of some upgrades/repairs but it suited our needs. Ceiling pain was peeling in places, carpet had holes, kitchen cabinets had serious issues with the covering peeling off, only one wine glass , bathroom door was damaged from moisture and needs to be replaced. Maintenance did bring us a couple of new chairs for the deck since there was only one that wasn’t broken. Unit hasn’t been kept up but still had what we needed. Would be an excellent choice if owner spent a little to updat the interior.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Aug 8, 2021

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: Was a seamless process start to finish. Everyone was pleasant and helpful, and I loved the app functionality. Condo was quiet and peaceful, and I loved the courtesy beach seating and umbrellas, as well as the other perks. Unit was clean and functional. Cabinet faces could use some updating, but did not detract from the stay. Would definitely stay with Brooks and Shorey my next trip down!

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ETW 1003: Sandy Toes - Where summer is a state of mind! Reviews

Reviews

Very good

8.6/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

Quick Spring Break get away!!

Angie F.

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Wonderful!

Lori H.

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

Excellent!

Lori J.

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Great condo and service

Dana H.

10/10 Excellent

janet b.

Fall trip

janet b.

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn B.

Perfect location

Madelyn B.