Condo - Rating 5 (31 Reviews)

Surfside Resort #208- Emerald Dreams


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

  • Address: 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive
  • Location: Miramar Beach
  • Type: Condo

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Gorgeous Condo:

* 2nd Floor Gulf Views

* FREE Seasonal Beach Service: 2 Chairs and Umbrella (March 1- October 31st)

* Skybridge to Beach, Tiki Bar, Pools, 2 Hot Tubs

* Tennis Courts, Fitness Room, Shuffleboard, Basketball

* Walk to Whale's Tail and Cabana Café

* Only 1.1 Miles to Silver Sands and 3 Miles to Grand Blvd

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

* Professionally Managed, 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*Golf Carts, Boats, and trailers are not allowed on site*

***Use of the pool will be unavailable Nov 3 - Dec 31, 2025 due to renovations. Hot tubs will remain open.***

Introducing Emerald Dreams, a tastefully adorned condo in Surfside Resort, featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Revel in the opulence of a regal king bed in the master suite, another in the guest bedroom, and two queen beds in the second guest bedroom, ensuring a restful retreat for up to 8 guests. Step onto the condo's exclusive balcony, where panoramic views of the Gulf create an idyllic setting for sipping morning coffee or enjoying evening cocktails. For your convenience, a washer and dryer are thoughtfully provided within the unit. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of the Tiki Hut by the pool, savoring delectable bites and refreshing drinks. Follow the sky bridge seamlessly connecting the pool area to the pristine, sugar-white sands of the beach. Discover the allure of Surfside Resort #208 Emerald Dreams – your ideal destination for an unforgettable vacation!

Surfside Resort is located next to the Seascape Resort and right across the street from beautiful the Gulf of Mexico! The sky bridge connects you directly from the pool area to the sugar white beach. Located just down the street from the Silver Sands Outlet Mall as well as a variety of different restaurants. Surfside offers a large pool on the second floor, a children’s pool, two whirlpools, as well as poolside showers. With plenty of lounge chairs around the pool and a Tiki Hut that is open during the season, this is a great place to relax and soak up the sun! For those guests looking for more activities to do during the day, Surfside offers two tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, and a fitness center. Surfside is also located right next door to the Seascape Golf Center, very convenient for golf lovers! Sport fishing is just minutes down the street at the Destin Harbor with some of the best fishing around. You will find Surfside has everything you could want in a resort to make your vacation memorable!

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Master bedroom 2 : King Bed

Guest Bedroom: 2 Queen Beds

Area Attractions:

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
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

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Guest Bedroom 1
Sleeps: 2
1 King
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Guest Bedroom 2
Sleeps: 4
2 Queen

Attached Bathroom


Amenities 37 Amenities
  • Black Friday
Community Facilities
  • Gym/Fitness Room
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Ocean View
Included Items and Services
  • Beach Chair Service
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
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
Outside Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Gulf View
  • Walk to Beach
  • Water View

Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (31)
Rating 5
We really enjoyed this beautiful home. Beach was amazing, parking was easy, we had plenty of room for 5 of us. Kandace and Chandler responded to our questions quickly and were very helpful and informative. The restaurant at Surfside had great food and drinks. The hospitality was top notch. The front desk was helpful and nice. Great time overall, we will be back for sure!
- Reviewed On: 10/17/2025
- Check Out On: 10/17/2025
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the home, beach, and local spots. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The condo was very clean and comfortable. Location was the perfect balance for enjoying the beach, a festival and all of the local amenities. Walkable!!!!
The furnishings were lovely and comfortable. All the bedrooms were roomy.
Everything is exactly as it appeared in the pictures
We would definitely stay here again
- Reviewed On: 10/6/2025
- Check Out On: 10/6/2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the clean, comfortable space and convenient location. It’s great to hear everything met your expectations . We’d love to host you again!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great location
- Reviewed On: 9/20/2025
- Check Out On: 9/20/2025
Hi Laura,
Thanks for the review. Glad you enjoyed the location. We’d love to host you again soon!
Best,
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Loved every part of this place. Will definitely be back.
- Reviewed On: 9/16/2025
- Check Out On: 9/9/2025
Thank you, Hannah. We’re so glad you loved every part of the place — we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay, loved every part of the condo. Great place & super fast responses with the few issues we had. Will definitely stay again.
- Reviewed On: 9/9/2025
- Check Out On: 9/9/2025
Hi Hannah,
Thank you for the kind review. Glad you enjoyed every part of the condo and that our team responded quickly to the few issues. We look forward to hosting you again!
Best,
Tammy
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Loved this listing and the host was amazing.
- Reviewed On: 9/1/2025
- Check Out On: 9/1/2025
Hello Montana,
Thank you for your kind review. We're glad you loved the listing and had a positive experience. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Best,
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great place by the beach.
- Reviewed On: 8/15/2025
- Check Out On: 8/15/2025
Thank you, John! We're happy you enjoyed the beachside location. We hope to host you again soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Nice place across the street from the beach, the bridge access is a nice addition, we enjoyed our stay and will definitely consider book this place again.
- Reviewed On: 7/14/2025
- Check Out On: 7/14/2025
Rating 5
Enjoyed our stay! Would stay again!
- Reviewed On: 6/29/2025
- Check Out On: 6/29/2025
Thank you for your review, Morgan! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and would be happy to host you again.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Excelente
- Reviewed On: 6/23/2025
- Check Out On: 6/16/2025
Rating 5
Excelente servicio y excelente ubicación nos encantó la estadía.
- Reviewed On: 6/16/2025
- Check Out On: 6/16/2025
Thank you for your kind words, Roselina! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the excellent service and great location. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful stay soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
My family and I enjoyed our stay. I loved that the condo was exactly how the pics and descriptions were. The beds were very comfortable! It was extremely clean and the kitchen is well equipped. The resort alone was nice and accommodating. We ate at the restaurant several times for lunch and dinner and the food was great. I definitely will book the same condo in the future! We fell in love with Mirmar and Destin area!
- Reviewed On: 6/11/2025
- Check Out On: 6/11/2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Cory! We're glad to hear that the condo met your expectations and that you found the beds comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped. It's great to know you enjoyed the resort amenities and had some delicious meals at the restaurant. We're thrilled that you fell in love with the Miramar and Destin area! We look forward to welcoming you and your family back for another stay in the future!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Everything was great. We did fly in from out of town so we had to wait quite some
Time to get into the place. Nowhere to put luggage. We were grateful to have a rental car. But because it was packed with people and luggage we couldn’t do any other errands until we emptied out the car. We almost took a shuttle which I’m glad we didn’t. Because the shuttle would have left us with our bags and we would have had hours before check in. So that is something to definitely consider when staying here from an early flight. You can’t use the amenities without being checked in. Luckily we went to the beach anyway and they seemed to not mind that we didn’t have our wrist bands yet. Overall everything was really nice inside. We had a perfect space! We also had a celebrated my 40th birthday. There was a cute 40th birthday balloon set up with a bottle of champagne that we appreciated so much! Very clean inside! Beds were comfortable . Each room had its own thermostat so we were all comfortable!
- Reviewed On: 5/22/2025
- Check Out On: 5/22/2025
Rating 5
Condo was easy to find. Close to shops & restaurants. Wake up to view of the Gulf & beautiful weather. Condo was decorated beautifully, peaceful & very clean environment. Will stay again when I visit Miramar Beach.
- Reviewed On: 5/19/2025
- Check Out On: 5/19/2025
Rating 5
Wonderful
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- Reviewed On: 4/21/2025
- Check Out On: 4/20/2025
Rating 5
Overall, our stay was absolutely amazing everything they said it was gonna be plus some. The views you know we're beautiful. Everything was close.The unit was extremely clean and very large tons of space for me and my family. The host was very responsive and very polite. Also not overwhelming. We checked in and out with ease. We will definitely be coming back.
- Reviewed On: 4/19/2025
- Check Out On: 4/14/2025
Sheree, thank you for your review! It's great to hear that your stay was amazing and that the views and spacious unit met your expectations. We're glad you found the check-in and check-out process easy, and we appreciate your kind words about our team. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back in the future!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
My family and I had a great experience with your booking and we can’t wait to come back
That everyone has their own space , close to the beach and it just felt like you were at home. Nothing, no issues at all.
- Reviewed On: 3/18/2025
- Check Out On: 3/14/2025
Rating 5
This unit is specious, we had 6 adults in our group. We like the location, it’s close to restaurants and shopping. We will be back.
Thank you for a great stay!
Von Ounoutha
- Reviewed On: 9/13/2024
- Check Out On: 9/13/2024
Von, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found it convenient to restaurants and shopping. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
This place was great! We did have a small hiccup with the ac unit in the back 2 bedrooms but RealJoy was quick to respond and help us fix the problem. Other than that our stay was great!
- Reviewed On: 8/23/2024
- Check Out On: 8/23/2024
Amber, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear that you had a great stay overall, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the small issue with the AC unit. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Our Emerald Dreams condo by RealJoy was just as beautiful as in the pictures. The view was great - we loved sitting on the balcony in both the morning and evening - it was very peaceful. There were 7 of us, having the extra space was essential. We were surprised to find movies and games included. The bedrooms were spacious as well, and each room had access to the balcony with their own patio door. Loved it. We did have one issue with the air conditioner, but I contacted RealJoy and they took care of it right away. Would highly recommend this condo in this beautiful area I hope to come back to again. Great for families and/or friends.
- Reviewed On: 8/14/2024
- Check Out On: 8/14/2024
Judi, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're thrilled to hear that the Emerald Dreams condo exceeded your expectations and provided the perfect space for your group. It’s great that you enjoyed the peaceful balcony views and found the amenities like movies and games to be a nice surprise. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Everything went well and I look forward to another stay!
- Reviewed On: 8/3/2024
- Check Out On: 8/3/2024
Monica, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that your experience with us was so enjoyable. We hope you'll join us again soon for another stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Good stay
- Reviewed On: 8/1/2024
- Check Out On: 8/1/2024
Jason, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're happy to hear you had a good stay and hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The stay was definitely 10/10 from checking in til checking out...most definitely will return
- Reviewed On: 7/28/2024
- Check Out On: 7/28/2024
Shaneka, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you had such an exceptional experience with us. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
This condo looked just like the pictures and was exactly what my family and I were looking for. The host was amazing and quick to respond. We truly enjoyed our stay and will be returning.
- Reviewed On: 7/14/2024
- Check Out On: 7/14/2024
Christi, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're so glad to hear that the condo was exactly what your family was looking for and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The condo was well designed and spacious. We loved that each bedroom had its own full bathroom. Easy access to a private beach and pool. Helpful desk staff. Beautiful view of the ocean. The location offered great access to everything along the coast.
- Reviewed On: 7/11/2024
- Check Out On: 7/11/2024
Melissa, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the well-designed and spacious condo, the private beach and pool access, and the helpful desk staff. It's wonderful that the location provided great access to the coastal area. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
location is great, the walkway to beach at first you might think its not much but its definitely plus, people at front desk are kind, host is very responsive before during after checkout
the place is as pictured
the three bedroom + three bathroom with showers + livingroom area and kitchen was more than enough space to accommodate 5 adults and 2 kids. and also has balcony thats fairly decent size
everyone definitely agreed when we come back to miramar beach, we would want to book this place again.
the starter pack amenities were enough for 2 night stays and although it says there arent hair dryers, there were 2 working ones so thats definitely a plus
thank you, we will definitely be back for sure
- Reviewed On: 6/24/2024
- Check Out On: 6/24/2024
Tae, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that the location, amenities, and space were perfect for your group. It's great to know that you enjoyed your stay and plan to book with us again when you return to Miramar Beach. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Nice place with a nice view
- Reviewed On: 6/14/2024
- Check Out On: 6/14/2024
Matthew, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad you enjoyed the nice place and beautiful view! We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great stay! Very spacious/updated condo either ocean views and super close walk down to the beach. Would absolutely return!
- Reviewed On: 5/5/2024
- Check Out On: 5/5/2024
Macey, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and found the condo to be spacious, updated, and conveniently located. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
From check-in through check-out, the unit was great! Nice view of the beach from the balcony. RealJoy communicated very quickly and clearly and were easy to reach when I had a question. The unit itself was perfect for our needs, and the beach can't be beat! Thank you!
- Reviewed On: 4/28/2024
- Check Out On: 4/28/2024
Todd, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the unit perfect for your needs. We're glad you appreciated the beach view and our communication. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Overall experience was great!!
- Reviewed On: 4/7/2024
- Check Out On: 4/7/2024
Nataiker, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that your overall experience was great, and we hope you choose to stay with us again in the future. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We all enjoyed our stay at Realjoy vacation loved that everything was provided would love to stay at the same place again in the future thank you so much
- Reviewed On: 4/5/2024
- Check Out On: 4/5/2024
Stacey, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and found everything you needed for a wonderful time. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
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