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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 428 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Outdoor space

Washer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Liza Jackson Park
12 min walk
Emerald Coast Science Center
12 min walk
Timpoochee Trail
14 min walk
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
18 min drive

Room options

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 home

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

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

Comfy studio suite with pool & picnic area - snowbird-friendly

Pirates Bay A113

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This ground-floor studio at Pirates' Bay Condos is lovely - the perfect place for your next Florida beach vacation. Steps from a Santa Rosa Sound beach, featuring a pool and shared picnic area, this vacation rental will keep your whole crew happy.

About three miles away by car is Okaloosa Island, which offers tons of family-friendly fun. Take the kids to the Gulfarium to feed dolphins and learn about the local ecosystem. Each Wednesday, the boardwalk there hosts a fireworks show. For a dinner out that will please even picky eaters, visit one of the many restaurants inland about three miles at Uptown Station.

Entertainment options are endless, with the streaming Netflix available on the TV. While the kids watch their favorite flick again, make popcorn in the provided microwave.

The kitchenette will help you save a few bucks on eating out since you can store staples like milk and eggs in the fridge and fix simple meals on the two-burner electric stove top. And, with central air-conditioning, the condo will keep cool while cooking goes on.

A coin-operated laundry room allows you to pack lightly. There's also free WiFi. Sit in the cushy chair by the sliding glass door or even outside on the private porch's cushioned furniture. Among Forth Walton Beach vacation rentals, this one is tops!

If you prefer a quiet respite close to your home away from home, hang out poolside and toast marshmallows on the picnic area's grill as the sun sets and fireflies begin their nightly light show.

Florida's Emerald Coast vacation rentals are always ideal for your family getaways, and this condo at Pirates' Bay is no exception.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Dock details: There is a dock available to guest as well as a private boat slips available to rent if your unit does not have a boat slip. Guest must have boat insurance to use boat slip and fill out the necessary paperwork. Please be aware Pirates Bay does not have a boat launch. There are 3 options to launch a boat.
1. Liza Jackson Park- Self-service/free
338 Miracle Strip Parkway
Fort Walton Beach
2. Fort Walton Boat Yard- $ varies by boat size. Call for more information.
32 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 244-2722
3. Legendary Boat Marine- $$ varies by boat size. Call for more information.
12 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach
(888)232-2829

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Miracle Strip. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the apartment.

Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
Amenities include an elevator
12 minutes by car from Destin Harbor Boardwalk and 12 minutes from HarborWalk Village

This apartment offers its guests an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Fort Walton Beach apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

Near the beach

Pool/Spa

Shared/communal pool

Internet

Internet access

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player

Outdoor areas

Balcony

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Lift
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the sea
On the waterfront
Near the bay

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 299 sq ft (28 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Comfy Studio Suite W/shared Pool Picnic Area. Snowbirds Welcome

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Comfy Studio Suite W/shared Pool Picnic Area. Snowbirds Welcome!

Comfy studio suite with pool & picnic area - snowbird-friendly Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Shayla F.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

The property was beautiful and very clean. Check in and check out process was very easy!

Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Truman H.

11 Jul 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Worst renting experience I’ve ever encountered.

I stayed at Pirates Bay in FT. Walton beach for one week. (Jun 24-July 1st)The first day we get there I realize the fridge is not working at all and the sheets/ pillow cases/ bedding smelled like it had not been cleaned. So I decided I could clean the sheets myself so I did. The fridge being broke was out of my control though so I called the maintenance number and the lady said she would write a maintenance ticket and they would fix it. 3 days go by nobody showed up to look or fix the fridge. I call vacasa this time and the lady says they will send someone out. Two more days go by I call Vrbo and have a rep speak with a lady from Vacasa and she says they will get someone out there and she will call me back about reimbursement. Finally on the afternoon before we leave there is a different fridge plugged in in-front of the old one. (I am not happy or pleased). A day goes by and I’m finally back home and I call Vacasa to ask about the status of the reimbursement and I am told they will give me $25 a day for everyday the fridge was out.( I lost several hundred dollars worth of food between the groceries and leftovers I had to throw out everyday) So I was not pleased and asked for an explanation for that number and I was told AGAIN I would get a call back. Guess what? I never got a call back so I called today and was told the ticket is closed and I will not be reimbursed! Wow this whole experience has been awful, get a hotel or anywhere other than a Vacasa managed property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

12 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice home away from home

Very clean and well arranged apartment.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

nichelle j.

31 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Impressed

Happy to see pictures on-site we’re what was reflected when I arrived.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

11 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Had a wonderful time!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

23 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the space

The bed was soft, plenty of storage under the bed for anything, kitchen sink too small, burners were difficult to use but we managed. I appreciated the little extra things. We were close to the beach & not far from Destin Commons

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

RON S.

25 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Fort Walton visit

Check in process was excellent. Unit was as described. Enjoyed the stay and our time there. The only issue we really had was with whom ever was staying in the unit above us. It sounded like they were constantly moving furniture around.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne R.

1 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach vacay

Great place..just like pics Easy booking.will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

26 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved this property!

Clean, beautiful, great location, perfect for our vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

24 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Clean & Comfortable!

This property was beyond my STANDARDS. We were very comfortable. When we choose to take a Road Trip, I take my own linens and towels. I didn't need to unpack any of it!! If you are interested in selling this property, I would be interested in buying! ⁰

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

DERRICK M.

30 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break Getaway

Great pricing and location

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

11 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Very confusing. Couldn't find an office to check in. Didn't know we didn't have to.

The property itself is nice. We thought we would be overlooking a beach, but we were not an had to drive a couple of miles to get to a beach. Need more upfront information such as how to change linen, and ask general questions. No office.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Yang K.

5 May 2019

Yangkim

Rooms were great and clean. Comfortable stay very convenient other activities shop and beach but next room noisy until in the morning.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ronald A.

18 Apr 2019

Destin FWB Spring2019

Nicely decorated condo, great bed no problems

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Craig W.

25 Mar 2019

In much need of updating!

Lumpy bed, uncomfortable couch, and laundry that you will question putting your clothes in. No Netflix as advertised but the worst part was no real way to lock the door from in the room. Vacasa staff entered the room twice, that I know of, without my approval.

Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

21 Jul 2018

Loved it

The studio was perfect exactly like the pictures shown.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., New Salisbury

18 Jul 2018

Enjoyable stay

We had no real issues while staying in the condo at Pirates Bay. I was concerned after reading a recent review a few days before we left. The issues mentioned were 1. bugs by the microwave area and the owners must have sprayed because we didn't see any. 2. the sliding door not locking and the owners added a chain lock to the door. It is nice to know they pay attention to reviews and fix what is needed. It's nice that they care! What we really liked was this unit was right beside the pool which we used daily. We also enjoyed to docks and walking out to look at the water and we even had a dolphin come really close early one morning. The unit is cute, clean, and was plenty of space for just the two of us. I would be happy to stay here again. It is a quieter area with the hustle, crowds, restaurants, and shopping being a short drive away to enjoy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Debra R.

12 Jun 2018

Did not feel safe

Sliding glass door lock did not work. Front door did not have a bolt lock. Someone tried the front door handle in the middle of the night. Live roaches around microwave area.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Stephen T.

9 Aug 2017

Delightful

Very clean and cozy unit with convenient access to the pool, but there were only 4 lounge chairs at the pool. Had a very enjoyable visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gayle P., Knoxville, Tennessee

4 Aug 2017

Great Place!

The studio at Pirates Bay was well decorated, exceptionally clean and reasonably priced. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. This was our second time staying there and definitely will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

nicole r., evansville, indiana

27 Jul 2017

I was very dissatisfied that the pool right in front of our room was closed.

We booked this room since the pool was right in front of the room but got there to find out it was closed. Had to walk through 2 lots to go swim at other complex. Should be listed in the description so people know.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chip S., Columbus

3 Jul 2017

Very nice, clean, and boat slip was very convenient and in great shape

Only problem was there was no boat slip available for my unit... Karen at the HOW came thru with a slip for us to use. The area for trailer parking was very convenient and accommodated my trailer (35') with no problem.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Haven S.

17 Jun 2017

We loved our stay!!

Clean cute room.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

14 May 2017

Perfect Gem on the Bay!!

This studio was perfect for my family of three. It had everything that we needed. A couch that made out into a bed. A comfy bed. Super clean linens. Awesome TV. The kitchenette was awesome. The view from our patio was all we needed. Restaurants all around us. So close to the beach-a 5 minute drive. We would definitely stay here again!!!!! Soooo clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard e.

10 Nov 2016

Great 1 bedroom condo!

Love the place. The Property was perfect! The unit it self sitting right on the bay was the best. The unit inside was just enough for my husband and myself. Plus, it's right around the corner from the blue waters of the beach and state park. And was in driving distance (6 miles) from Destin. And if you didn't want to take in the beach all the time, there was the actual little walking front of Fort Walton on 98. We couldn't ask for a better vacation spot. Thanks Vrbo!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016