Condo - Rating 5 (5 Reviews)

Island Sands 102


Bedroom 1 bedrooms
Bathroom 1 full, 1 half
Guests 4 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 862 Scallop Court
  • Location: Okaloosa Island
  • Type: Condo

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Gulf Front Condo:

* Ground Level Just Inside the Dunes

* Boardwalk Directly Outside your Door Leads You Over the Dunes to Beach

* Community Pool

* Just 3 miles to the Fishing Pier and the Boardwalk  

* Laid back area and only 10 min from Destin's action

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions. *

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs from November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, please select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and your departure date (must also be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!"

Welcome to Island Sands 102 – your perfect beachside retreat on beautiful Okaloosa Island, just minutes from Destin, Florida. This charming gulf-front complex features 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, and comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests with a king-size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room, perfect for a small family or group of friends. Step out onto your patio to the peace and serenity of your outdoor space where the dunes shield you from the beach traffic. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening wine as the gulf breezes make the dune grasses sway. A short walk to the private boardwalk and over the dunes brings you to the beautiful beaches of the Emerald Coast. After a day soaking up the sun and the playing in the crystal clear waters, fire up the grill in the shared outdoor area or on your private patio and cook up the day's fresh catch. Dine al fresco or enjoy a cozy meal inside at the spacious kitchen bar or dining table. For added convenience, the unit includes a washer and dryer. Island Sands 102 is where relaxation meets fun – come experience it for yourself!

Island Sands is a small, beachfront complex on gorgeous Okaloosa Island with everything you need for a wonderful vacation on the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico!  This small 27-unit complex offers a peaceful retreat and a quiet, less crowded beach, yet is just minutes away from downtown Destin. Island Sands features a large pool with a changing area, outdoor showers, grilling/picnic area, and ample parking. 

Bed Set-Up:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Living room: Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions: 

Heading west over Brooks Bridge and into Fort Walton Beach, you can explore the historic downtown along Miracle Strip Parkway and visit the Indian Temple Mound and Air Force Museum. You can head East approximately 4 miles into Destin for fabulous shopping, Big Kahuna's Water Park, Uncle Buck's, and The Track Family Fun Center featuring go karts, arcade, mini golf, and bungee jumping, or walk the harbor for dolphin cruises, charter fishing, jet ski and kayak rentals, parasailing, and more!

Nearby attractions within walking distance include the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, the Gulfarium featuring live dolphin shows, and great family restaurants such as Hightide, AJ's, Anglers, Fudpuckers, and The Crab Trap. You'll also want to check out the nightlife when you stop by Howl at the Moon and The Swamp for loads of fun and entertainment!

Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk, and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!

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Bedding Bedding
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Master Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

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Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa

Amenities 37 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Ocean Front
  • 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 Front
  • Beach View
  • Pool
Outside Amenities
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Deck
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Ground Floor
  • Gulf Front
  • Gulf View
  • Walk to Beach
  • Water View

Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (5)
Rating 5
Wonderful location for beach activities and quick access to restaurants. Parking only a few steps from front door.
- Reviewed On: 9/24/2025
- Check Out On: 9/24/2025
Hi Scott,
Thank you for your review. Glad the location was perfect for beach activities and dining, and that the close parking made your stay easier. We’d love to welcome you back soon!
Best,
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Just as described, only a few steps away from a boardwalk directly to the beach. Had a few questions during the stay and the host responded very quickly and was friendly.
- Reviewed On: 9/14/2025
- Check Out On: 9/14/2025
Hi Kayla,
Thank you for your review. Glad the condo matched the description and that the short walk to the boardwalk made the beach easy to reach. We’d love to host you again!
Best,
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
It was very nice and clean! You are steps from the beach but the water cannot be seen from 102. Very convenient to restaurants and attractions.
- Reviewed On: 8/31/2025
- Check Out On: 8/24/2025
Thank you for your kind review! We're glad you found the space nice and clean and enjoyed the convenient location close to the beach, restaurants, and attractions. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Very clean and lots of room. It is beachfront location but bc it’s on the ground floor you cannot see the beach or hear the waves. A very short walk to the decking to the beach but by the pics it looked like you could see the water from the condo. We enjoyed our stay but our one cash didn’t come off our price either so I will call about that.
- Reviewed On: 8/25/2025
- Check Out On: 8/24/2025
Becky, thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad you found the condo clean and spacious and enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your feedback about the beach view from the ground floor and will pass it along. Please feel free to reach out about the cash credit, and we'll be happy to assist.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay! Everything was perfect and spacious! The unit was stocked with the essentials we needed. Only a few steps to the beach so that was great! Beach chairs were included and we didn’t know until we got there so that was a great surprise. Check in and check out was easy! We will definitely keep this one in mind for our next vacation!
- Reviewed On: 8/21/2025
- Check Out On: 8/21/2025
Thank you, Jessica! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the spacious unit and the convenient beach access. It's great the included beach chairs were a nice surprise. We look forward to hosting you again on your next vacation!
Real Joy staff
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