32548, FL, Fort Walton Beach, 1201 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Emerald Coast Convention Center9 min walk
Okaloosa Island Pier11 min walk
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island13 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Island Houseboat
Comfortable waterfront houseboat, walk to Okaloosa Island Beach
This houseboat features free self parking. Housekeeping is not available.
Air-conditioned accommodations at this houseboat offer washers/dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star houseboat have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower only
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: USD 30 per pet per day
Service animals exempt from fees
Services and conveniences
No housekeeping service
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat tours on site
Fishing on site
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Please be advised that this property is a boat and not a standard hotel.
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Breakage deposit: USD 300.00
Cleaning fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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About the neighborhood
Fort Walton Beach
Located in Fort Walton Beach, this houseboat is on the waterfront. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Kayaking, snorkeling, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - 13 min walk
Old Bay Steamer - 3 min walk
Al's Beach Club - 13 min walk
Crab Trap - 13 min walk
Fubar Pizza Bar - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Island Houseboat pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Island Houseboat?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Island Houseboat?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Island Houseboat?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Island Houseboat located?
Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Emerald Coast Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.
Island Houseboat Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 243 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 243 reviews" "
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 243 reviews" "
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 243 reviews" "
4 - Poor
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2 - Terrible
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
One of the unique accommodations I had . Really enjoyed it . It was amazing and loved the whole experience. I will definitely come back and book this houseboat again .
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Herb
Mar 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing stay!
The owner was very pleasant and the houseboat was amazing. Such a different and cool experience. The place was clean and the bed was comfortable. We will definitely be back
Herb
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Traveled with group
Mar 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Had the best time
Had the best time on the floating house. Great weekend getaway. Hanging out on the upper deck with drinks , and the best view of the bay and sunset. Highly recommended. We will definitely book this again this summer . Thank you
Uninhabitable. Do not book this houseboat. Found heavy mold in a kitchen cabinet. We didn’t stay and booked a hotel instead. Was very musty smelling and furniture/shades badly need replacing. Bathroom is IN the bedroom with no door or curtain. Nice idea to try but was not executed right.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect Valentines Date
I surprised my girlfriend for this unique houseboat and she just loved it. Was so romantic and perfect for the two of us. She does not stop talking about it while driving home. She cant wait to be back in the area and book this again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
Feb 15, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
CANCEL POLICY
older and very compact as one might expect, but in windy conditions hard to maintain your balance. stairs to upper deck was dangerous in the windy (normal) conditions. pics looked much better than "the real deal"
Property was old and dingy. We had good communication with the property owners/management until we had a problem. When we arrived to the boathouse around 5:00 pm there was no running water. We called to let the owner/management know and they said there was pipe bust, it was being worked on, and they would call me to let me know when it was fixed. I did NOT receive a phone call, I had to call them back and was told it was fixed. It was not fixed. At this time it was late and we just needed a place to stay. I requested a refund, the owner/manager hung up and was unable to be reached the rest of the night. I then received a text stating they would not issue a refund until their cleaning lady verified the place did not need to be cleaned. Not a single apology about our inconvenience, just making sure they were taken care of.
The ONLY positive thing that came out of this was we did receive a refund.