Cathy and Jim's Florida Beach House
Snowbird friendly-Renovated Fort Walton Beach Home | Desk | 2 Dogs Ok | Fenced |Beaches & Bases
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We help make the most of your vacation by providing Free Admission (some activities are seasonal) to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination!
Note to Guests (AirBnB guests please take special note) with pets: Our properties charge a fee of $150 for up to two pets (some properties only allow one pet. This is noted in the description and house rules). Be sure to read any restrictions on size as some properties only allow small pets. Due to the way AirBnB works with our property management system, we must request the fee after booking. If you have any questions, reach out to us.
Snowbird friendly rate - Looking for a great deal? Discounts are automatically applied based on your length of stay—whether it’s 7 nights, 28 nights, or more! No need for promo codes or requests. The total price you see includes your savings, so you can book with confidence. Discounts may display differently across booking platforms, but rest assured, they’re built into your final price!
Welcome to your home away from home. This light-filled, newly renovated single-family house is tucked inside a quiet neighborhood yet perfectly located just minutes from the sugar-white beaches of the Emerald Coast, top restaurants, shopping, and local attractions. Whether you're visiting for vacation, military travel, or an extended stay, this comfortable and spacious home offers everything you need to relax and settle in.
Spend your days exploring Okaloosa Island or Navarre Beach, then return to a peaceful setting designed for gathering, unwinding, and making memories with family and friends.
Why Guests Love This Home
Newly renovated with bright, welcoming interiors
Large fenced yard — perfect for dogs
Beach gear provided, including chairs, umbrella, towels, cooler, and beach bag
Quiet neighborhood with easy access to beaches and dining
Convenient commute to Eglin AFB and Hurlburt Field
High-speed WiFi and streaming TVs
Washer and dryer in dedicated laundry area
Contact-free check-in with electronic lock
Comfortable Sleeping for Up to 6
Primary Bedroom
King-size bed
Nightstands with lamps
Ceiling fan
Spacious closet and bathroom with plenty of shelving
Guest Bedroom Two
Queen-size bed
Nightstands with lamps
Ceiling fan
Ample storage
Guest Bedroom Three
Pull-out sofa with upgraded queen mattress
Nightstands with lamps
Closet storage
Ceiling fan
Streaming TV
Living and Gathering Spaces
The living room offers plenty of seating for relaxing after a beach day, along with a large flat-screen TV and wireless internet. A spacious dining room table is perfect for shared meals, games, or planning the next day’s adventures, while the breakfast nook provides a cozy spot for morning coffee.
Please note: The piano is decorative and is not kept tuned.
Kitchen and Convenience
Enjoy all the comforts of home with a fully equipped kitchen and thoughtful extras throughout the house. Fresh linens, towels, and a starter supply of essentials are provided so you can focus on enjoying your stay from the moment you arrive.
Outdoor Space
The large fenced yard creates a great environment for both kids and dogs to play safely. After a day in the sun, it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Florida breeze.
Beach and Area Highlights
Okaloosa Island is just a short drive away and features popular public beach access, the Boardwalk, waterfront dining, miniature golf, pontoon rentals, and the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park.
Head east to Destin for additional entertainment and dining, or visit Navarre Beach to experience the longest pier in northwest Florida, where dolphin sightings, sea turtles, and rays are common. Calm waters surrounding the barrier island make it ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding.
Military and Extended Stays Welcome
Ideal for TDY, PCS transitions, traveling professionals, and medical stays, this home offers both comfort and convenience near bases and hospitals. Guests interested in stays of 28 days or longer are encouraged to inquire about special monthly rates.
Pet Policy
Up to two dogs are welcome with approval and a pet fee. Cats are not permitted.
Good to Know
Maximum occupancy is 6 guests (all ages counted)
At least one guest must be 25 years of age
No parties, events, or smoking
Guests with mobility concerns should note there are two steps into the home and two steps down into the sunken living room
Parking
The driveway accommodates up to three vehicles.
Check-In and Check-Out
Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out is at 10 AM. You’ll receive detailed arrival instructions prior to your stay so you can drive straight to the home and settle in with ease.
Bonus Perks — Free Fun Included
Enjoy complimentary daily tickets (one per activity):
Big Kahuna Water Park
Dolphin Cruise
Sunset Cruise
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
(Not valid for stays over 28 days.)
If you’re searching for a peaceful, well-appointed home close to the beach — with space to spread out, a yard for your dogs, and easy access to everything the Fort Walton Beach area offers — this coastal retreat is ready to welcome you.
Book now to secure your dates and start looking forward to a relaxing Emerald Coast getaway.
Free Fun Program not valid for stays over 28 days. One ticket per activity per day.
Free Fun Activities Include:
Big Kahuna Water Park
Sea Blaster--Dolphin Cruise
Cattywampus WaterFun / Sunset Cruise
Gulfarium
LONG TERM STAYS/SNOWBIRDS: If you plan to stay more than 30 days, you may be required to have a cleaning every 30 days by our cleaners. If required, the cleaning fee will be added to your booking for each 30 days of your stay after booking. Contact us for more information.
CANCELLATIONS: We will follow the cancel policy you were provided by the booking channel you used. Be sure to read your rental agreement for all of the cancellation terms. Please contact the website from which you made the booking to initiate a refund; or contact us directly.
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT TIMES: Check in time is 4PM or later. Check out time is 10AM. Please plan accordingly.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event that you must cancel your reservation, please be aware that cancellations must occur at least 14 days prior to arrival date to receive a full refund. We will allow a full refund cancel if you cancel within 24 hours of booking your stay, even if you book within 14 days of arrival. GUESTS THAT CANCEL 14 DAYS OR LESS BEFORE ARRIVAL DATE WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL AMOUNT. There will be no refund for early departure unless authorities request mandatory hurricane evacuation, in which case the refund will be pro-rated based on the room rate.
NOTE: We will follow the least resrtictive cancel policy if the site you booked on has one different from above.
VACATION INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. The following are the ONLY reasons we will provide a full refund from 14 days before arrival date to arrival date: 1) the government orders travel ban or quarantine. 2) The beaches are ordered closed by the government for more than 24 hours 3) government restricts vacation rental check-ins that affect the arrival date.
FAMILY RENTAL ONLY
Reservations made for teenagers or young single groups will not be honored without any accompanying adult staying in the unit at ALL times. Unless otherwise stated in the listing, we require at least one member of the party to be 25 (twenty-five) years of age unless active duty military, then 21 years of age! No third party bookings without approval! Any violators will be evicted according to Florida Statute 508.141 with forfeiture of all monies.
HOUSEKEEPING
There is no daily maid service. Linens and towels are included and not to be taken from the unit. An initial setup of trash liners, bathroom paper, and soap are provided. There is a $_CleaningFee_ one time cleaning fee. Additional cleaning fees will be due in the event that cleaning involves the removal of excessive sand.
UTILITIES
No compensation will be given for temporary outage of electricity, gas, water, cable, or telephone service. Outages will be reported immediately and all efforts will be made to have them restored as soon as possible. We do not provide telephone service in any property. We recommend you have a cell phone for emergencies as all properties are in coverage areas of US providers.
SLEEPING CAPACITY/DISTURBANCES
Tenant and all other occupants will be required to vacate the premises and forfeit the rental fee and security deposit for any of the following: Occupancy exceeding the sleeping capacity of 6 people, using the premises for any illegal activity, causing damage to the premises rented or to any of the neighboring properties and any other acts which interferes with neighbors' right to quiet enjoyment of their premises. Additionally, a fee of $100 per person per night for each person above the sleeping capacity of 6 will be due immediately. A PERSON IS COUNTED REGARDLESS OF AGE!
SECURITY CAMERAS
If security cameras are present at the property, the listing and house rules will disclose this fact. Security cameras are soley for visual (no audio) monitoring outside the property and are not present inside the property. Tenant agrees that in outside areas there is no reasonable expectation of privacy and accepts the monitoring of the outside by security camera. Tenant agrees not to tamper with the security cameras.
POOL, DOCK & PATIO
Tenant hereby acknowledges that the premises they have reserved may include a private or community pool; tenant agrees and acknowledges that the pool can be dangerous area, that the patio can be slippery when wet, and that injury may occur to anyone who is not careful. With full knowledge of the above facts and warnings, the undersigned Tenant accepts and assumes all risks involved to Tenant and all of Tenant's guests in or related to the private pool, and/or patio areas; and will hold Owner and Agent harmless in case of injury or death. Owners and Agent require Tenant follow all published pool rules, which are available in the Guest Book and in the House Rules provided with the listing. No one should swim alone or allow children to be unattended at any time. No Diving or climbing on rocks around pool. The gate to the pool must stay closed at all times unless entering or exiting. Please read about signs of drowning and realize a drowning person will not scream for help. NO LIFEGUARD IS PROVIDED.
NO GUEST REPAIRS
Guests are not to service or repair anything on the property without consent of the property manager. Guests will not call on service professionals either. Guest must report all maintenance issues to the property manager for triage and repair. No reimbursement will be made for any guest expenditures for repairs or maintenance that are unapproved by the property manager.
If a property is advertised as pet-friendly, the listing will state that. Pets in those properties are welcome with the payment of a fee to cover the additional costs of cleaning up and profits for the owner. If the listing does not explicitly say pets are allowed, then pets are not allowed at the property and fines of uyp to $500 will be levied.
We do not take responsibility for mail delivered to any of our properties. We do not recommend having mail sent to a condo as we do not have the mailbox keys for many of our condos. If you are staying at a house, you may receive mail at yhour own risk. If you need to receive mail, please reach out to arrange to have it delivered to us; and we will bring to you.
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Please report any maintenance needs and we will respond as quickly as possible. Refunds will not be made for maintenance issues including, but not limited to, utility outages, HOA-controlled amenities, heating and air conditioning, appliances, televisions, and internet/WIFI.
Accidents can happen! We understand. Please report any damages as soon as possible and during your stay so we can work to have them resolved.
INSECTS
All our proeprties are professionally treated at least once a quarter for common insects. Florida is an area where it is common to see a few bugs such as roaches, palmetto bugs, ants, spiders and flying insects like mosquitoes and flies. If you see a few, feel free to call us as we can do a spot treatment. A few is NOT and infestation and you agree as such by renting the proeprty. Of course, if the problem is bad, we will handle it appropriately. To minimze the chances, please do not leave food out and be sure to take out any trash that has food in it. That is what the bugs are after.
Check in and Check out Time
The check in date and time and check out date and time are located in the listing, booking agreement and the check in instructions email.
We reserve the right to charge a minimum of $250 fee for unautorized late checkout.
MAINTENANCE
Please report any maintenance needs for the premises to the us and we will respond as quickly as possible. Refunds may be made at our sole discretion for maintenance issues including, but not limited to heating and air conditioning, appliances, televisions, and stereos.
General Rules:
Violation of these rules may result in eviction without refund or additional fees.
This property is located in a residential neighborhood that has all-year residents. Please treat this home as if it were your own.
PARKING--- There is room in the driveway for 3 cars. Please do NOT in the grass (you might break a sprinkler). Any other cars can park on street.
1) No parties!! If you want to have a party, we can help you find an appropriate venue (just give us a call). Of course, guests are welcome.
2) Trash is picked up on Monday morning. Recycling is picked up on Thursday. There is one trash can and one recycle can on the side of the house to the right of garage for your trash. You may set out the trash the evening before after 6:00PM as needed at the end of the driveway. Please bring the can back up to the garage after pickup. The property manager reserves the right to enter the property to set out the trash (and we will do so at your request; just call, text or e-mail). We know you like a clean unit!
4) Out of respect for the neighbors, please keep noise to normal family activities.
5) Two pets are permitted in this unit with approval. If unreported pets are found to have stayed in the unit or are reported in the unit, you will be required to pay a $500 cleaning fee, pay for any damage caused by the pet and may be evicted without refund.
6) Any intentional damage to the property will be paid by the guest.
7) This home is no-smoking. Smoking means anything inhaled. Smoking inside the home will result in an additional $300 cleaning fee. We respect your right to smoke, so please smoke outside on the patio with the doors and windows closed. Please be respectful of the neighbors. Please use an ashtray and clean after use. No cigarette butts on lawn!
8) Please do NOT fly drones on the property. Flying drones is prohibited.
9) Beach towels are not provided.
10) Games are for your enjoyment, please put back when finished using
11) Please be advised that this house has external security cameras monitoring the front yard and the front door. This is due to periods of vacancy to protect the home; and to help protect our tenants as well.
12) You may use the grill, if present (we don't generally provide onw). A $200 fee will be charged if we have to clean it. Please help the next guest by cleaning the grill.
13) This property sleeps 6 people (all ages counted)!!! If we determine you have more than 6 people, we will charge a fee of $100 per person, per night. !!!!!DON"T BRING MORE THAN 6 PEOPLE!!!!!!
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