Condo - Rating 5 (5 Reviews)

Empress 803


Bedroom 3 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 full
Guests 8 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Friday

  • Address: 1272 Scenic Gulf Drive
  • Location: Miramar Beach
  • Type: Condo

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Gorgeous Condo: 

* Directly Across the Street from the Beach 🏖️ (approx. 50ft)

* 180° Views of the Gulf and Stewart Lake

* 2 King Masters and 2 Living Areas

* Community Lake Front Pool and Sun Deck

* 1.5 Mins to Silver Sands Outlets and 3.5 Miles from Grand Boulevard Town Center

* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*Property has a 7-night, Saturday-to-Saturday reservation requirement year-round. Not available to extend outside of the reservation ruling.

*This property is not available to adults under age 25. No Exceptions.*

*Guests must register at The Empress office upon arrival to receive wristbands and 2 parking passes. Wristbands are required to be worn by all guests.

Welcome to Empress 803, a stunning vacation retreat in the exclusive Empress complex on the shores of Miramar Beach. This immaculate 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo offers breathtaking views of both the Gulf of Mexico and the Bay. With 10-foot ceilings and two spacious living areas, you’ll have plenty of room to relax and take in the scenery. Step onto the balcony with your morning coffee and watch for dolphins gliding through the waves. Both living areas provide ample seating and a large flat-screen TV, creating a comfortable space to unwind after a day at the beach.

This corner unit is designed for both comfort and luxury. The king master suite boasts stunning Gulf views, a jetted tub, a separate shower, dual vanities, and walk-in closets. A second master bedroom features a king bed, an ensuite bathroom, and private balcony access overlooking the water. The guest bedroom offers a queen bed and panoramic bay views. With a sleeper sofa in one of the living areas, this condo comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests. A washer and dryer are also included for added convenience. Come experience the beauty and relaxation of Empress 803—your perfect Gulf Coast getaway!

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs from November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Empress is an outstanding Destin condo complex located on the southern edge of Seascape Beach Golf and Tennis Resort and across from the Whales Tail Beach Bar and Grill. Boasting some of the largest and most spacious condo rentals in the Beaches of South Walton and Destin area, the Empress has all of the finer touches that you would expect from an elite condo rental complex. Onsite pool overlooking Stewart Lake and community room, all just a couple steps from Seascape Beach.

Bedroom Setup: 

Master Bedroom: King Bed with Ensuite Bath

Master Bedroom: King Bed with Ensuite Bath

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed with Ensuite Bath

Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions:

Miramar Beach is the Hub of Activity, from eclectic eateries to colorful shops, you will find many entertainment options! Enjoy the fine Dining, the Art’s and Culture, Ecosploring, sports and adventures and all the water fun!!

Some of the area’s must-try eateries include; the Donut Hole, Bud and Alley’s Pizza Bar, Stinky’s Fish Camp, and Blue Mountain Beach Creamery. In town for a romantic getaway? Stop by the Caliza, Vin’Tij, or La Crema for some live music, beautiful gulf views, and first-class service.

Grand Boulevard Town Center is a pedestrian-friendly, shopping and dining complex just off Emerald Coast Parkway, convenient to both SanDestin and Miramar Beach. For the high-end shopper, the center offers everything from Fusion Art Glass Gallery to Brooks Brothers Country Club. Several boutiques, such as Hello, Sunshine, and Magnolia House, carry fare you can't find anywhere else. Dining options include Mitchell's Fish Market, P. F. Chang's China Bistro, and Cantina Laredo Gourmet Mexican Food. In 2013, Walton County’s first movie theater opened at Grand Boulevard’s Town Center – the state-of-the-art Boulevard 10 Movie Theater.

If you are near Miramar Beach, the snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Dolphin Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 685 feet straight out from the Miramar Regional Public Beach Access (by Pompano Joe's), it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Dolphin Reef is at a depth of 12-20 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

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Bedding Bedding
User User
Master Bedroom 1
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

User User
Master Bedroom 2
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

User User
Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen

Attached Bathroom

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Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa

Amenities 37 Amenities
  • Black Friday
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Ocean View
  • Snowbird Friendly
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Laptop Friendly Work Space
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detector
  • Washer
Must Haves
  • Beach View
  • Elevator
  • Pool
Outside Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Gulf View
  • Lake View
  • Sound View
  • Walk to Beach
  • Water View

Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (5)
Rating 5
awesome place
- Reviewed On: 8/29/2025
Rating 5
Everything was excellent! Perfect location right across from the beach. We were visiting as a family and really appreciated how clean and neat everything was — spotless and well cared for. Highly recommended!
- Reviewed On: 8/2/2025
- Check Out On: 7/26/2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Yeney! We're glad the location, cleanliness, and overall care of the property made your family visit so enjoyable. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to host you again in the future!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Best beach vacation spot EVER!, full stop...
Location, location, location we heard all the time, plus I will add:
- Great taste furnitures, appliances and layout, I can tell it was decorated to live
- Very roomy and private for a large group, having 3 full in-suite bathrooms makes a world of difference
- Building is private, not a crowded 'mini-hotel', I was able to always finds a nice parking spot, pool was almost empty (to myself only!), even with ambience music on corridors, with a TV showing the week's weather, and decor (paints, ambient deodorant, always ultra clean, very friendly landlords) what else can you ask?
We will be coming back to the same place!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
- Reviewed On: 8/2/2025
- Check Out On: 8/2/2025
Thank you for sharing such detailed feedback, Juan! We're glad the location, spacious layout, and amenities met your expectations. It's great to hear you enjoyed the privacy and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next beach vacation!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We had a great stay! The place was very nice! The people were very helpful! There was some boogie boards in a closet already so that was a plus for the kids. Easy beach access! There is a trash shoot on the front balcony so that was a major plus! Be aware that you can only have 2 vehicles at the place. We were good with that but it’s definitely something to note.
- Reviewed On: 6/14/2025
- Check Out On: 6/14/2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Katie! It’s great to hear that you had a great stay and found the place nice along with helpful staff. We're glad the boogie boards were a hit with the kids and that you enjoyed the easy beach access. Thank you for mentioning the trash chute and the vehicle limit—we appreciate the heads up for future guests. We hope to welcome you back for another fantastic stay!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Every room has a water view (either pond or ocean) and two living spaces were convenient for multiple families in the same unit. Right on the beach makes it convenient.
- Reviewed On: 6/7/2025
- Check Out On: 6/7/2025
Hello Courtney! Thank you for your fantastic review. We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful water views from every room and the convenience of having multiple living spaces for your families. Being right on the beach certainly adds to the experience. We hope to host you again soon!
Real Joy staff
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