Islander 5008: *CHIC & COZY* Large private balcony,FREE golf

FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! On Okaloosa Island you get the best of two worlds- a family-friendly atmosphere and a straight-shot view of the Gulf of Mexico. Say what you will, but this white silk beautiful sand that OUR GULF COAST beaches affords us is some of the best around, truly!
Walk out onto the private gulf front balcony and gaze at the emerald green ocean, white sandy beaches, and dolphins swimming by. All of our two bedrooms at the Islander Beach Resort feature a full kitchen equipped with all major appliances, dishes, utensils, and cookware for your convenience. A washer and dryer is furnished in the unit as well!

Features fresh paint, new furnishings, area rugs and a style that you will adore. The views from this unit are unbelievable. The master bedroom has a king size bed and the second bedroom has a queen size bed. The sofa in the living room is a queen size sleeper. Lots of comfortable seating in the beach front living room and the modern dining area. TVs in all rooms, a business corner and FREE WIFI.

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: Master bedroom - 1 King bed, 2nd bedroom - 1 Queen bed, Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 6.

- Full size washer and dryer in condo
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- FREE BEACH SERVICE
- FREE GOLF
- FREE DOLPHIN CRUISE
- FREE SNORKELING
- FREE WIFI
- Grills on-site
- Exercise Room
- Direct beach access via boardwalk
- Elevators

Islander Beach Resorts have access to one of Okaloosa Island's largest gulf-side pools, a shuffleboard court, and a barbeque grill area. A quick stroll across the boardwalk puts you right on the beach! All guests have Free High-Speed Internet access in their unit, as well as wireless Internet access in our lobby..  
Islander Beach Resort has a two vehicle limit.
The pool is heated the week of Thanksgiving and beginning the week of Christmas until March 31st.

All of our daily and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package: 2 beach chairs and 1 umbrella set up for you on the beach daily (March 1 to October 31); 1 free round of golf at your choice of 6 different courses daily; 1 free pass to a dolphin cruise daily (March to October 31) ; 1 free adult pass to a snorkeling cruise daily (March to September 30) and free WiFi..

Please visit Guest Amenities to view information about entertainment and activities available in our complimentary guest package (some exclusions apply).

Vacation Rental Reviews

• BEST SPRING BREAK EVER!!

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2024

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  Elizabeth B recommends this vacation rental

  We had the best time! The complex and unit were so clean and well kept, the staff were very friendly and helpful. We will def be back! Can't wait!

  • Manager Responded on 4/15/2024

    Thanks so much for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear you had an amazing stay with us. Don't forget about your return guest discount!

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• Relaxing getaway

  Stayed 6 days ending in November, 2023

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  Jacki P from Macon, MO recommends this vacation rental

  This is the first time we have stayed in November and was worried may be too cold. 65 and sunny was the perfect weather for us Missouri people. Able to get in the pool 2 days and only get a hint of a sunburn. The condo was great. The carpet was so nice to have on the cool nights. Great stay as always. I will have to remember this condo for next visit.

  • Manager Responded on 11/26/2023

    Thank you for your great review. November is a great time to visit Okaloosa Island, and we will be happy to welcome you back in Islander 5008. Please call us when you ready to book. We can always check what was the condo that you stayed in last time and will offer you a return guest discount too.

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• DFWO Golf / Beach vaca

  Stayed 6 days ending in September, 2023

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  Jay A from Powder Springs, GA recommends this vacation rental

  The rental experience was good overall. I was kept informed daily of my upcoming stay and updated w/any items that needed attention in addition to activities.

  • Manager Responded on 9/8/2023

    Thank you for recently staying with us, it was a great pleasure having you. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback will greatly assist us in showing where we need to improve and providing a better customer experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, we hope that you may grant us the opportunity to better serve you in the near future.

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• Great Beach Trip

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2023

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  Nancy D from Marrero, LA recommends this vacation rental

  Our experience with Brooks and Shorey and the Islander was great. The employees of both were a pleasure to deal with and Brooks and Shorey made sure we were all set when it came time to check in. The condo complete was nice and well maintained and easy beach access. The 2 chairs per condo were a treat and the beaches and water were pristine. The condos were all well stocked - especially 5008, they had everything from kitchenware to extra blankets. Only negative would be the sofa bed mattress it wasn't even comfortable for kids to sleep on. that needs to be changed if you are going to advertise sleeping capacity. Honestly an air mattress would have been better. Otherwise will definitely be back and use Brooks again!

  • Manager Responded on 8/18/2023

    Thank you for taking time to review your stay with us! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed this condo so much. Thank you for letting us know about the broken chair. Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. The twin bed has been upgraded to 2 fill size beds.

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• Just lovely

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2023

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  Amy P from Paducah, KY recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful experience. It was our second time staying at the islander. We loved being close to everything and having a quiet place to relax at the same time. The views were amazing. Loved that it was oceanfront. It was clean and had everything guests would need if you chose to cook. We took our grandkids and they loved it as well. It’s great for couples or families. Check in was easy peasy. Will most likely stay here again.

  • Manager Responded on 6/26/2023

    Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted you and your family had an amazing and wonderful experience with us. It is a perfect getaway location to relax and take in the beautiful view. Many thanks again for sharing your comments and we hope to welcome you on your next visit!

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• Never disappointed

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2022

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  Timothy M from Columbia, TN recommends this vacation rental

  My wife and I have stayed at the Islander resort many times in the past. We have stayed at Different rooms here and are happy with all of them. 5008 was pretty nice though some things were a little dated. Otherwise the view and the wide panoramic view of the ocean is better then most of the other condos we've stayed along Ft Walton beach. The condo was well stocked with cookware and dishes. We had to call Brookes and Shorey for a beeping smoke detector which they took care of promptly and replaced all the other ones while they were there. We took advantage of the free Sea blaster sunset dolphin cruise which we do every year. Beach service was great as usual. My wife and I look forward to our stay here almost every year. Just bring a few batteries for the remotes. Never know when they will die. As usual Brookes and Shorey does a great job. Overall a great condo. Would stay there again.

  • Manager Responded on 11/8/2022

    Thank you for sharing the great review of your recent stay at Brooks and Shorey Resorts. I am delighted to learn that you and your wife had an excellent visit and enjoyed all the wonderful amenities the unit has to offer. We strive to make every guest's stay memorable, and I am delighted you had an amazing experience. Thank you again for your kind compliments and we look forward to your next visit.

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• yarbrough 5008

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2022

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  Charles Y from new albany, IN recommends this vacation rental

  great view and location,nice condo but needs some up grades.Couch and love seat are old,brown carpet is stained,sliding glass door hard to open and close,had to use some wd 40.Very pricey.Paid twice as much as we paid at Pelican Isle last year.

  • Manager Responded on 10/20/2022

    We thank you for taking time to review your stay with us. We will pass along this information to the proper parties to be addressed accordingly and we look forward to seeing you back again soon.

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• Beautiful Place, great location!

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2022

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  Amy G from Nesbit, MS recommends this vacation rental

  We loved our stay! Everything was wonderful. Clean place, friendly staff!

  • Manager Responded on 10/10/2022

    I am delighted to learn that you loved your stay with us! We strive to make every guest's stay memorable, and I am delighted you had an amazing experience with Brooks and Shorey Resorts. Thank you for your kind compliments Amy and we look forward to your next visit.

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• 5 stars

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2022

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  Terri B from Martin, TN recommends this vacation rental

  Everything was great the view was awesome! Easy check in and out, bed was comfortable very well equipped in the kitchen! I would say the pull out couch mattress probably needs to be replaced! Great location easy to get to stores and restaurants!

  • Manager Responded on 8/4/2022

    Thank you for the generous review. We are pleased to know how much you enjoy your stay in this condo, the comfortable bed and the very well equipped kitchen and the location. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you visit with us again.

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• Great first family vacay

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2022

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  Steph S from Newburgh, IN recommends this vacation rental

  
  Condo was great for our first family vacay (mom, Dad, nine year-old). This place had plenty of space to stretch out when we had too much togetherness.
  
  We walked into a clean condo and we found it very user-friendly and available. You overlook the pool, and the ocean view is awesome.
  
  We utilized most of the amenities-there were lots of extra kitchen appliances if wr needed them. We cooked most nights or warmed up leftovers.
  
  Our family would love to stay here in the future. My kiddo loved the pool too much!
  
  Notes on stay:
  -Bring your own bath towels. We were only provided two for our group of three. Shampoos and soaps were included.
  -Make sure the washer lid is pushed all the way down. Laundry detergent was included. W/D is located behind the very first door on the left when walking in.
  -No recycling on-site
  -No extra blankets in the condo so bring your own
  -Hair dryers were included in each bathroom
  -Beach chairs and umbrellas were set up each morning and removed in the afternoon by staff
  -Pool was cleaned each day by staff
  -A coke vending machine was on the first floor
  -Parking was great (one of my big anxiety triggers) but the lot was big and we could park our F-150 just fine
  -Be up by 7 am to see the dolphins
  
  

  • Manager Responded on 6/19/2022

    We appreciate hearing how much you enjoyed this condo with perfectly appointed accommodations, beautiful ocean views, and thoughtful amenities. We will enjoy sharing your compliments with our team, and we hope to be your home every time your travels bring you to Okaloosa Island.

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• Super Condo!

  Stayed 14 days ending in April, 2022

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  Janet and John K from Frankford, ON recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed at 5008 for 2 weeks and loved every minute of it. The condo is well-appointed and comfortable. The balcony is amazing and where we spent a lot of our time. The pool and ocean beach are incredible. Love, Love , Loved it!

  • Manager Responded on 5/17/2022

    We love it too! Thank you for sharing your experience and staying with us.

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• Excellent Company, excellent stay, excellent

  Stayed 5 days ending in October, 2021

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  Homer Winston H from Chesnee, SC, SC recommends this vacation rental

  Excellent company, excellent condo, everything was as advertised and really more than we expected.

  • Manager Responded on 11/14/2021

    Thank you for the fantastic review.. We hope to see you again in the future.. call us to take advantage of your discount!

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• Amazing!!

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2021

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  Kayla H from South Williamson, KY recommends this vacation rental

  This was our second time staying in 5008. Watching the dolphins from the balcony every morning is always amazing! The room is clean and spacious and the balcony is very roomy as well.

  • Manager Responded on 10/4/2021

    Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay so much and we look forward to seeing you back again real soon. As always don't forget your return guest discount.

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• Perfect weekend getaway for relaxation

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2021

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  a guest from Bush, LA recommends this vacation rental

  The condo was very clean and had a beautiful view on the beach. Our balcony was one of our favorite spots to sit and listen to the waves splash onto the shoreline. We will definitely plan a trip to this location again in the future

  • Manager Responded on 9/15/2021

    Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay & look forward to future reservations in which you can take advantage of the return customer discount.

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• Great Beach Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2021

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  Laura M from Louisville, KY recommends this vacation rental

  We had an excellent rental experience with Brooks and Shorey! Loved this condo at the Islander!! Only disappointment was the furniture on the balcony. It is not what is pictured on the website and was not comfortable. Other than that, it was a total five star experience!!!

  • Manager Responded on 6/18/2021

    Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you had an "EXCELLENT RENTAL EXPERIENCE" despite the balcony furniture not being to your liking. We will advise the owner of this and hope to see you again!

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• Loved our stay

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2021

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  Catherine C from Bowling Green, KY recommends this vacation rental

  We LOVED our stay in the Islander 5008. It was incredibly comfortable and quiet. The large patio was a favorite spot for all of us and we enjoyed watching the dolphins in the morning. It was so great to walk right out to the pool and beach with our young kids. The free chairs and umbrella on the beach were so convenient and comfortable, and the attendants were very friendly and helpful. We were able to check in/out digitally and didn't have to worry about when the office would be open, etc. We would definitely book this spot again!

  • Manager Responded on 6/2/2021

    We appreciate the amazing review! Thank you for being our guest. We look forward to your next visit to Islander Beach Resort.

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• Great Get Away!

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2020

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  Liz K from Lawrenceville, Georgia recommends this vacation rental

  We took a ladies trip down for 4 days and very much enjoyed our condo. It was directly on the beach which was amazing! The views were great in the morning. Nice big balcony to view the beautiful ocean. The condo was equipped with everything we needed. I would definitely stay at this property again. The staff was very friendly! Jason even helped up blow up out floats. Thank you for a great experience!

  • Manager Responded on 7/28/2020

    Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us... Please call us when you are ready to visit us again!

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• Sunny & Beautiful

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2020

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  Cassie C from Crowley, LA recommends this vacation rental

  Brooks & Shorey never disppoints, we had a blast as always, one thing I would recommend is adding a couple of skillets and pots to the condo, this unit didn't have much to cook in as much as the others we have stayed in. Also The Shack is a must! It was our first time trying it and we loved it, as always we love Floyds Shrimp House as well! Rent a pontoon from Tru Blue, it's so worth it! See y'all next year :)

  • Manager Responded on 7/24/2020

    So glad to hear that you're loyal returning guest and had a VERY NICE vacation with us!! Can't wait to see you again next year!!

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• Great

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2019

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  a guest from Jeffersonville, GA recommends this vacation rental

  As always, Brooks and Shorey were great to work with. The condo was perfect. Everything was exactly as pictured. I would definitely recommend this condo.

  • Manager Responded on 10/14/2019

    What great feedback to hear! Thank you for taking the time to submit this..we look forward to having you back to our lovely Emerald Coast.

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• Granddaughter Heaven in Ft Walton

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2019

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  a guest from Cincinnati, Oh recommends this vacation rental

  We had a very good vacation experience. We did not have to wait till 4 o’clock to get in our room, which was a great thing considering how hot it was LOL.
  The room was very clean, and very well equipped with exactly what we needed.
  We loved everything, but especially loved the bar height table and chairs on the deck. It allowed us to see the ocean even more clearly!

  • Manager Responded on 8/25/2019

    We couldn't be more appreciative of your 5 star rating of your stay in IBR 5008. We are thrilled to have gotten you into the condo before the official start of check-in, we love getting our guests started on their vacation as soon as absolutely possible. We truly appreciate your feedback and we look forward to having you back!

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• Fun Time

  Stayed 5 days ending in June, 2019

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  a guest from College Grove, TN recommends this vacation rental

  Never used Brooks & Shorey before but would recommend. The condo was even better than photos. Plenty of room for family and great view. Location was easy to access. Quite & family friendly.

  • Manager Responded on 7/17/2019

    Thank you so much for the kind comment! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your first getaway with us! Your perfect review reflects the great time had. We hope to have you back in the near future.

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• Extremely nice condo

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2019

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  a guest from Laplace, LA recommends this vacation rental

  The condo was extremely nice and spacious. They had carpet in the bedrooms and living room which we liked. The beds were very comfy and the room itself was very very clean. I would recommend this condo for any group of 6 or less.

  • Manager Responded on 6/24/2019

    We are excited to receive your fantastic 5 star review. Thank you for staying with us. We hope to see you again soon.

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• Gorgeous views!!

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2019

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  Tina S from Fort Walton Beach, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Loved everything about the condo! The layout was spacious. Oceanfront views were AMAZING!! We watched dolphins from the balcony. Everything was clean and felt so nice. We loved it!!

  • Manager Responded on 5/13/2019

    Thank you for your review.. we are elated you had a pleasant visit to Okaloosa Island and you were able to enjoy the dolphins! We sure hope to see you again!

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• Islander

  Stayed 8 days ending in October, 2018

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  Joanna T from stamping ground, KY recommends this vacation rental

  We loved this condo!! So so upset that it was cut short because of Hurricane Michael but we will definitely come back next year, hopefully in the spring!!

  • Manager Responded on 11/4/2018

    Thank you for the awesome review. We are sorry that Michael cut your trip short. Hope you can come in the spring for the full experience.

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• Perfect

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2018

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  Roy C from Willis, TX recommends this vacation rental

  The condo was perfect, it was exactly as described, the view was amazing!

  • Manager Responded on 7/15/2018

    Thank you for your amazing review, We are so happy to hear IBR 5008 was perfect for your stay , We hope to see you in the beautiful Okaloosa Island

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• Best Vacation Ever

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2018

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  Michelle D from Centerville, TX recommends this vacation rental

  Condo was absolutely beautiful. Perfect location if you are looking to stay away from crowded beaches. Everything was perfect. We will DEFINITELY be coming back to stay in the future! Many memories made

  • Manager Responded on 7/1/2018

    We will DEFINITELY be here waiting to welcome you back to gorgeous Okaloosa Island in beautiful Fort Walton Beach!! This is a great two bedroom condo and has a great owner so you can be confident that unit 5008 will be just as pleasant when you come back. Thank you for spending your summer vacation with Brooks and Shorey Resorts...yall come back soon!!

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• Amazing spring break!

  Stayed 7 days ending in March, 2018

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  Jill R from Traverse City, MI recommends this vacation rental

  Our family of 6 had a wonderful spring break! Our favorites were the view from the balcony (watching the dolphins!), the pool, and amazing white sand beach!

  • Manager Responded on 4/15/2018

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are excited that you had an amazing spring break! Okaloosa Island is a little paradise. Hope you will come back for your next spring vacation.

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• Fort Walton Beach

  Stayed 3 days ending in September, 2017

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  Chrissy B from Union City, OH recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful and Relaxing

  • Manager Responded on 9/19/2017

    Islander 5008 is a wonderful two bedroom condo right on the Gulf of Mexico, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay here. Updates throughout this condo make it the perfect vacation home away-from-home. Thank you for booking through Brooks and Shorey Resorts, please come back again soon!

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• Good value

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2017

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  Brandon R from Knoxville, TN recommends this vacation rental

  The condo was pretty well clean and equipped. The dryer was real loud. The elevators were slow and not cleaned each day. I kept getting parking notes telling me I needed a parking pass each day even though I had my parking pass displayed in the windshield. The condo has good value, but the facility could use some updating and cleaning.

  • Manager Responded on 8/22/2017

    Thank you for your review . We are glad your stay with us was satisfying . We wish you would of called us during your stay so we could of addressed the dryer being so loud but we will most definitely have a member of our staff check on the issue . We will also get in touch with the HOA of the Islander and inform them of the building issues so they can be addressed, We do hope to see you again sometime soon!

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• 2017 summer vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2017

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  Kelly M from Slidell, LA does not recommend this vacation rental.

  Great week!

  • Manager Responded on 7/13/2017

    We are so sorry to see that you would not recommend this condo to others, this is a wonderful two bedroom condo directly on the Gulf of Mexico and it's even had recent updates to make sure it's all up to standards! With a lovely location in the building, you can truly enjoy all the summer activities and fun that are being had. We hope to have you change your mind and let us be your next vacation destination.

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• Cindy 2017

  Stayed 5 days ending in June, 2017

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  Sam S from Birmingham, AL recommends this vacation rental

  stayed only 2.5 days because of TS Cindy, bad timing.

  • Manager Responded on 7/10/2017

    We are so sad to hear your getaway was cut short by Cindy, but do hope you will come visit us again! Please call us so you can take advantage of your return guest discount!

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• Beach getaway for Memorial Day

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2017

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  a guest from Scottsboro, AL recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay at Islander 5008 was great. The view from the balcony is amazing (we saw dolphins our last morning there) and the access to the beach is super easy, which was important with a 2 yr old. The condo was clean when we got there and we had everything we needed. My only two suggestions would be to upgrade the mattress in the guest bedroom, it is super hard and uncomfortable (the one in tbe master is very comfortable) and fix the light over the kitchen table, it didn't work the whole time. But our stay was great and we would stay at the Islander when we come back to the area.

  • Manager Responded on 6/8/2017

    VIEWS VIEWS AND MORE VIEWS from 5008 at the Islander!!! We appreciate your feedback from your vacation in this condo and we appreciate you booking through Brooks and Shorey Resorts.

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• Perfect Family Vacation

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2017

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  Melissa B from Pittsboro, IN recommends this vacation rental

  This was our 1st family vacation (2 toddlers) and our first time visiting the area. We LOVED it! We will be back!

  • Manager Responded on 6/3/2017

    We're absolutely thrilled you chose Brooks and Shorey Resorts to trust to be property management of your very first vacation home rental on the beach! Okaloosa Island is truly a gem of a family-friendly paradise on the Gulf of Mexico. You're business with us is very appreciated and we look forward to having you again soon!

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• Great Experience with Islander 5008 Rental

  Stayed 6 days ending in May, 2017

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  Melinda K from Toney, AL recommends this vacation rental

  This was one of the easier rentals I have experienced in a while. We were also very pleased with the condo and the cleanliness compared to others in the past. The location was very convenient to our favorite restaurants and shopping in Destin.

  • Manager Responded on 6/7/2017

    Thank you for your review. We are happy you were pleased with Islander 5008. We work very hard to make sure our guests have a clean comfortable condo to enjoy their vacation.

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• Great spot at 5008

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2017

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  Jamie D from Smyrna, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We enjoyed our stay at this location. The condo was clean and comfortable. Plus, the view of the ocean was spectacular! I would recommend this place to friends and family.

  • Manager Responded on 5/25/2017

    Your five star ratings across the board on your feedback say everything...this is a truly great condo, new updates are nice and the fifth floor view is unbeatable. We can't thank you enough for taking the time to submit this review, we appreciate you coming to stay with us and hope to have you back soon for more sunshine and flip-flops!

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• Loved it!

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2017

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  Tracy W from Springfield, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great trip! The condo was very comfortable and met all of our needs.

  • Manager Responded on 5/17/2017

    Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our review, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and that the unit had everything you needed, we hope to see you again soon.

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• 5 day stay

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2017

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  Dave B from maplewood, missouri recommends this vacation rental

  The unit was nicely updated with a good floor plan, it was recently remodeled. the rental process, checkin, check out, all extremely easy. The location is great, views amazing! We did not have the best of weather so the balcony and view from the windows mesnt alot. my only critism is the bedroom we stayed in was very musty smelling. Its humid in Florida, i aired it out with the ceiling fans during the day.

  • Manager Responded on 4/8/2017

    THANK YOU for your great feedback from your stay in 5008 Islander. This is a recently updated unit, and we were unaware of any sort of musty smell in the unit anywhere...we certainly appreciate you bringing this to our attention, we're looking into it! Unfortunately the salt water of the GUlf of Mexico that's right in front of our condos while gorgeous and refreshing to visit, it does bring humidity to everything and yes leaving the ceiling fan on does help sometimes. There are always pros and cons to everything, same applies here but we happen to think the pros outweigh the cons by far, so we take on the humidity, must and sand full force and just try to keep up! THank you for your amazing review, we appreciate you staying with us and please come see us again soon!

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• Islander 5008

  Stayed 4 days ending in March, 2017

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  Michelle M from Milan, IN recommends this vacation rental

  The rental was perfect for my family. We loved the view and found the rental to be in the perfect location. It was not crowded like Destin and that was a plus. Check in and check out were smooth processes. We would love to come back again.
  My only suggestion would be to upgrade thread count on bed sheets. They were rough for the amount of money you pay to rent it.

  • Manager Responded on 3/31/2017

    Thank you very much for your review! We are very happy to know that you found this rental unit to be perfect for your family! Thank you for your comment on the bed sheets - please know that if you come back and check in next time, feel free to call us if you feel that you would like to have the sheets changed for different ones. We will be glad to do so. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back!

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• Okaloosa Golf Trip

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2016

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  Donald A from Peachtree City, Ga recommends this vacation rental

  Great stay at the Condo. Will definitely be back.

  • Manager Responded on 11/2/2016

    Thank you for your wonderful review. We are glad to know you enjoyed your stay with us and will love to see you stay with us again!

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• Great Stay!

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2016

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  Eddie C from Franklin, TN recommends this vacation rental

  Had a great time at Islander 5008. Though a brief 3-day stay, we were very well-rested by the time we left. The condo was very clean and the view was magnificent! Will definitely come back!

  • Manager Responded on 10/21/2016

    You chose a fantastic condo for your quick, but relaxing, 3 day vacation. 5008 at the Islander is ALL NEW, everything upgraded, and the balcony size is a huge plus. The whole purpose of vacationing in a gulf front condo is so you can enjoy the gorgeous beaches along the Emerald Coast and catch up on some much needed rest...we are more than happy you found both of these during your brief getaway. We appreciate you booking through us and we look forward to having you in the future hopefully for a LONGER stay next time!~

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• My Fall Vacation

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2016

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  a guest from Pike Road, AL recommends this vacation rental

  The rental agent and check-in experience were great. The beach was beautiful as always and there were plenty of chairs and unbrellas available for use. Overall the room was OK. the kitchen was stocked with utencils and the beds had fresh linens but were not comfortable. the bathrooms need work. The exhaust vents were couated with dirt and hairspray and barely worked. The hair dryers provided (both bathrooms) did not work. toenail trimmings and long dark hairs were found on the floor and the sinks were not very clean. But at least the elevators worked fine this trip.

  • Manager Responded on 10/20/2016

    What a disappointment to hear your unenthusiastic feedback after once again staying at the Islander. This unit is literally one of the most updated and newest units on our program. The owner completely refurnished the entire condo only a few months ago!! We are so sorry it didn't live up to your standards. Every guest we've had this summer stay in this unit has loved the upgrades and all the new additions. Hair dryers are optional and up to the owner to provide, we'll have them removed if they truly don't work. Thank you for visiting come back to Fort Walton Beach soon!

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• Great Beaches and area

  Stayed 6 days ending in September, 2016

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  James H from Ocala, FL recommends this vacation rental

  My wife and I enjoyed our stay in the Ft. Walton area. Lots to do and great weather. The perks included were excellent, golf, beach lounge and umbrellas were gratefully received. One suggestion for improvement. The "Welcome Bag" given by the rental agent was extremely lacking. On a recent weeks condo stay in Florida Keys the welcome bag contains small bottle of coffee mate, tea bags, coffee, micro popcorn and numerous discount coupons.

  • Manager Responded on 10/4/2016

    Thank you for your review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Islander 5008. It is wonderful to hear that you were able to partake and enjoy all the amenities we have to offer. We will be sure to take your suggestion regarding the welcome bag into consideration. We hope you will be able to come back and stay with us again on the amazing Emerald Coast.

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• September retreat with longtime friends

  Stayed 8 days ending in September, 2016

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  a guest from Rogers, AR recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great stay. There were some minor issues that we chose not to report during our stay. Overall very nice.

  • Manager Responded on 9/21/2016

    We are so grateful that your overall stay with us was very satisfactory. However, if you are able to come back and stay with us again please know that we are only an email or a phone call away to report even the most minor issues or concerns. We hope that you will be able to come back and stay with us again on the sugar sands of Okaloosa Island.

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• We enjoyed our stay

  Stayed 6 days ending in September, 2016

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  Kari D from Evansville, IN recommends this vacation rental

  The uniit was clean and had everything we needed. The beach service was great as well. My husband and I stayed with our toddler and we had a blast!

  • Manager Responded on 9/18/2016

    It was our pleasure to have had you as our guest, we are thrilled that you had a five star vacation experience in this beautifully decorated condo at Islander 5008. We agree that the beach service is a wonderful amenity and it does make for a really easy and hassle-free beach experience. We hope that you can come back and stay with us again to make more vacation memories in the Florida sunshine.

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• Nice place to get away.

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2016

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  a guest from Columbus, MS recommends this vacation rental

  This condo is in the perfect location. Beautiful straight line views of the beach and the pool. The unit was clean and very functional. Lots of extras in the kitchen (George Foreman the, toaster oven, blender, etc). Plenty of room. We would definitely stay again.

  • Manager Responded on 7/24/2016

    We are thrilled to hear you found a favorite vacation spot at the Islander 5008. We look forward to your return to sand sun and fun!

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• Four Night Stay

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2016

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  a guest from Smyrna, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We were very much fans of this place! We used to stay at a different property on Santa Rosa Island, but we could only stay four nights and their reservations were for a week minimum. We were not disappointed with our switch to the Islander! The first thing we noticed upon walking in was how fresh and clean everything smelled and looked. The sheets and towels were pristine and we found no problems with the unit at all. They took care to provide everything that was needed, for example most places only provide one dishwashing gel but there were three or four in the unit here.
  
  We loved the beach service and the keyless entry to the condo and the pool was well-maintained. We will definitely stay again.

  • Manager Responded on 7/15/2016

    We are glad you got to make the switch and that you were so fond of the Islander 5008! It was certainly a pleasure to accommodate you during your gulf front get away and we look forward to your next return!

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• The place to stay in Fort Walton

  Stayed 4 days ending in May, 2007

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  kellie j from Madisonville, la recommends this vacation rental

  We stay here all the time and love it.

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