Vacation Rentals on the Emerald Coast

Sugar Sands Vacation Rentals specializes in Gulf front rentals along the beautiful sugar sand beaches of Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, FL. With something for everyone, we offer family oriented resorts with tons-of-fun water parks for the kids, as well as quiet resorts for the more reserved vacationers.

All of our resorts are located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico with fabulous views of the beaches and shimmering aqua waters of the Gulf. We are here to help you pick the place that is perfect for you and your family's next vacation. Contact us today for more information and be sure to ask about last-minute discounts.

Reviews

Gulf Dunes 204. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $145 ... $764 per night. 3 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
Family Getaway ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Unit was clean, accurately described, and very comfortable. Location is convenient.
A guest 07/28/2026
Gulf Dunes 407. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $121 ... $543 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
WONDERFUL VACATION ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
It was great. 2nd time in this unit, 3rd time at this resort.
MARK M. 10/03/2026
Island Princess 305. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $146 ... $720 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
A ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Perfect location, perfect view of the soft white sands of Okaloosa island. Unit was extremely clean and comfortable. Will be back
A guest 10/08/2026
Islander Beach Resort 3011. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $164 ... $764 per night. 3 bedrooms. 7 Max Occupancy.
Amazing ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
The place was amazing!! Very clean and nicely furnished. The condo is located on the end of the building so no foot traffic from other guest past your door. The view from patio is beautiful with no obstructed view of the beautiful white sand. The thing I like most about the property was its location. It was far enough away from the touristy part of Destin to be quiet and relaxing but only 7-10 minute uber ride to the exciting night life. We never had to wait more than five minutes for an uber.
Chad R. 09/27/2025
Pelican Isle 312. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $133 ... $517 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Nice Get Away! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great place to stay. The condo and view are awesome. Everything you need to enjoy your stay is close by. The kitchen is very well stocked. Will definitely stay here again..
David G. 09/24/2026
Pelican Isle 408. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $492 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Great place to stay!! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We’ve stayed here twice and will be back again! Clean and feels like home!
A guest 10/11/2026
El Matador 468. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $133 ... $527 per night. 2 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
Jerry from Southfield, Mi. ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great property, I would definitely recommend this.
JERRY R. 03/11/2026
Destin West Gulfside 503. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $666 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Unit 503 ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Every thing was perfect, from the property management notifications on arrival protocol to the actual experience. I would highly recommend this property.
Thomas G. 10/11/2026
Tropical Isle 103. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $95 ... $280 per night. 1 bedrooms. 5 Max Occupancy.
Best vacation stay!!! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We had a great stay at Sugar Sands. The condo was very clean, comfortable, and exactly as described in the listing. The beds were cozy, the kitchen had everything we needed, and the whole place felt well taken care of. The location was perfect too, close to the beach and nearby restaurants but still quiet enough to relax.

Beverly was especially helpful throughout our stay. She was very responsive, kind, and made everything easy from check-in to any questions we had during the trip. Traveling with kids can sometimes be stressful, but having a host who communicates well and is willing to help makes a big difference.

Overall it was a great experience and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend staying here if you're visiting the area.
Michele B. 03/17/2026
Tropical Isle 105. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $95 ... $280 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Home away from ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great stay would go back
Mandy Q. 06/29/2026
Tropical Isle 203. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $102 ... $296 per night. 1 bedrooms. 5 Max Occupancy.
Great place and price! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Had the best time and loved the location. Right across from the beach and a convenient store next door!! Not far from Destin and Henderson beach state park. We will be back!!
Megan H. 08/10/2026
Tropical Isle 202. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $73 ... $296 per night. 0 bedrooms. 3 Max Occupancy.
Birthday getaway ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
The rental was perfect for our quick getaway.
Room was very clean and well maintained.
A guest 07/18/2026
Destin West Villa 507. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $106 ... $490 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Quick get away ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
My husband and I enjoyed our anniversary stay. The room was small, but perfect for our needs. We could not figure out the drying function on the combo washer/dryer and the toilet seemed to run constantly. I enjoyed the chairs + umbrella daily!!
A guest 10/08/2026
Pelican Isle 404. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $133 ... $517 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Great 5 night stay. ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Spent 5 incredible days/nights at Pelican Isle. The weather was beautiful for this time of the year. Really enjoy Ft. Walton. Thus was our 3rd time staying here.
A guest 10/18/2026
Destin West Gulfside 105. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $666 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Excellent Fall Vacation ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
My husband and I throughly enjoyed our stay at Destin West Gulf and Bay Resort! We would definitely book again and recommend to family and friends!
Tracie O. 10/03/2026
Island Princess 502. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $146 ... $720 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Amazing stay!! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
From scheduling thru our stay it was fantastic! Relaxation!
A guest 10/07/2026
Summerlin 401. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $129 ... $516 per night. 2 bedrooms. 7 Max Occupancy.
Relaxing Vacation ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Enjoyed our stay there, it was clean, quiet, and right on the beach and no problems checking in to get into condo. Not far from attractions.
Deanna A. 08/30/2026
Sterling Sands 304. Destin, Florida. $141 ... $651 per night. 2 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Amazing stay ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Property was very clean- great beach access
A guest 07/06/2026
Tropical Isle 102. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $86 ... $280 per night. 0 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Great time at Tropical Isle ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We stay multiple times a year at Tropical Isle, various units. We love the location and convenience and that all units have what you need for a great family vacation. Property management is very responsive.
A guest 08/02/2026
Tropical Isle Unit 210. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $95 ... $280 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Great Value ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Perfect amount of room and exactly what we needed for our stay. Host(s) were amazing!!!
Terri S. 04/20/2025
Tropical Isle 207. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $108 ... $318 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Great place to stay! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great location! The condo was just as described and we enjoyed our stay! The rental company has great communication. We had to evacuate early due to the hurricane, but the rental company was professional and communicated great. We will definitely be back!
A guest 10/12/2026
Island Princess 211. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $146 ... $720 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
We had a great stay!! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
The views were amazing! The condo was clean and again the views of the ocean makes it worth every penny! We enjoyed the pool and easy quick walk to the beach! I would recommend staying here and will likely stay again in the future!!
Lauren P. 08/01/2026
Destin West Gulfside 303. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $666 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Ft Walton Destin 2026 ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
It was very relaxing. We loved the parking and easy access to the floor your room was on. The only disappointing part was the pool was closed on our last day there.
Donnie Y. 10/07/2026
Destin West Villa 406. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $101 ... $476 per night. 1 bedrooms. 3 Max Occupancy.
Great place! ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Everything was just easy! The villa was perfect for just the two of us. It was clean and easily accessible. Had a great time.
Leslee H. 09/28/2026
Island Princess 105. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $128 ... $607 per night. 2 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
We love the stay. The beach.was right out the back door. ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
It was great,no wagging things up and down was roomy enough for the whole party. The only complaint was the washer and dryer being stacked on top of each other, I hit my head so many times.
A guest 10/17/2026
Aqua Villa 301. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $122 ... $492 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Spur of the moment trip ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
My husband and I went on a for the moment trip to Oskaloosa Island. We have been in that area prior to this stay. The condo was very accommodating for what we needed and enjoyed it very much. Enjoyed the beach service as well.
Wendy M. 10/07/2026
Tropical Isle 108. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $95 ... $280 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Great week ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Very affordable getaway
Jerry P. 09/27/2026
Destin West Villa 404. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $101 ... $476 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
A great few days away at Destin West ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
My husband and I took a few days away together! Sugar Sands was very responsive and our condo was well kept and clean. The resort as a whole was super nice and we spent a lot of time on the bayside in the lazy river. The location is perfect being one of the last condos on Okaloosa island. Minimal traffic while still being close to everything. Once we returned home, I realized I left my purse in a drawer back at the condo. I called and they immediately went and retrieved it and shipped it back to me with everything still present (including a large sum of cash). Thankful for their honesty and communication!
A guest 06/29/2026
Island Princess 408. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $115 ... $527 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Excellent stay ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Located right on the beach with a beautiful view of the Gulf. Easy walk across the steps right onto the sand. Everything listed was as described. Enjoyed our stay
Tiffany B. 07/12/2026
Island Princess 217. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $145 ... $664 per night. 3 bedrooms. 7 Max Occupancy.
Stay at Fort Walton Beach ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Beautiful place, exactly as shown in the pics.
Tammy H. 07/14/2026
Island Princess 104. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $123 ... $602 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
104 Island Princes ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great location with plenty of park, easy access to the beach.
Lawrence H. 10/03/2026
Pelican Isle 217. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $492 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Fort Walton Beach ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We just had time to stop in for one night. It's our favorite place in Florida
James L. 10/05/2025
Island Princess 318. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $123 ... $602 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Great time ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We had a wonderful time staying at this condo. The beach was just a short walk from the condo. Unfortunately the elevator was out our entire stay and it was the only one on that end of the building so we had to take the stairs a lot. The room was very clean and the beds comfortable. The pool was also very clean. One thing we wish it had was an extra lock that our child couldnt reach. We will stay here again
Alyssa N. 08/31/2026
Island Princess 712. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $142 ... $706 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Perfect rental ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Condo was Excellent. Very clean and updated and pictures on site need to be updated because the furniture and contents was beautiful. I would suggest a regular coffee pot instead of having to use pods. Customer service was outstanding. We definitely will use them for rentals in the future. We will not be staying at the Island Princess in the future due to everytime we stay here something on the property is broke. Elevator out until Feb. Hot tub was down 3 days. Grills don’t work
Donna F. 10/05/2026
Aqua Villa 102. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $124 ... $492 per night. 2 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
Fall Beach Trip ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
This location is perfect. Right on the beach. Plenty of restaurants near by. The condo and the property is clean and well managed, great staff. We highly recommend this place.
A guest 10/16/2026
Island Princess 708. FORT WALTON BEACH, Florida. $115 ... $527 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Island Princess 708 ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We enjoyed our stay. Only concern was the master toilet would periodically run even when not being used. Guessing it needs some maintenance.
Katharine J. 09/22/2026
Island Princess 407. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $169 ... $779 per night. 3 bedrooms. 9 Max Occupancy.
Great condo ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great condo. Lots of room and very well stocked. Only problem found was the washer didn't work properly. Would stay here again.
A guest 10/04/2026
Island Princess 308. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $115 ... $527 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Family vacation ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
My family enjoyed the condo and we had a great week in Fort Walton Beach! The condo was close to restaurants, souvenir shops, and entertainment! We will definitely be back!
Shanna S. 07/27/2026
Island Princess 513. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $146 ... $720 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Last week of summer getaway ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Our condo was great, the view of the Gulf was amazing! Was disappointed that the elevator closest to our condo was out of order, and had been for a while, an owner said it would be December at the earliest for repairs. The hot tub was also out of service. So, a little inconvenient, but overall our stay was awesome! Our beach service attendant, Chandler, was the best...
Ken M. 09/22/2026
Island Princess 714. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $146 ... $720 per night. 2 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Beautiful condo ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Amazing view. Very clean. A small issue with a bathroom drain was very quickly and kindly resolved. Only one suggestion-new mattress in the primary bedroom.
S K. 09/24/2026
Waterscape A622. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $121 ... $529 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Summer Stay ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great location and extremely clean. Would highly recommend this unit and management company
A guest 08/02/2026
Azure 403. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $162 ... $464 per night. 3 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
Beautiful Beach Stay ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Great Family stay
A guest 08/09/2026
Destin West Villa 308. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $106 ... $490 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Destin West Villa ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
We enjoyed our stay at Destin West for the 2nd year. We will return. The beach is beautiful. The property is nice, clean, and convenient.
Richard M. 11/15/2025
Destin West Villa PH02. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $141 ... $635 per night. 1 bedrooms. 6 Max Occupancy.
Fishing in Fort Walton ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Everything was wonderful
AMANDA W. 10/02/2026
Destin West Villa 304. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $106 ... $490 per night. 1 bedrooms. 4 Max Occupancy.
Destin west condo #304. Very nice and clean . Great place. ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Love the location of this condo. Our 10 yr old granddaughter was with us she loved the lazy river and the pools. Just a nice walk on the beach to the restaurants and shops . Eat inside or out by the beach. So much fun.
The owners to all were so nice and friendly . I did not want to leave!!
A guest 06/30/2026
Island Princess 115. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $153 ... $703 per night. 3 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
IP 115 is a great unit. ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
IP 115 is a great unit. The three full bedrooms/baths worked out well for our group and we prefer the 1st floor for several reasons. However, just note that you do not get a view of the ocean. We spend a lot of time at the ocean so that did not matter to us. The ice maker in the kitchen did not work but everything else seemed to be in good working condition. Unit was very clean. We would use this unit again. The condo complex did a great job of cleaning up the pool and general areas every day. Rental chairs being included was great also, however, you have to pay to reserve the front row so be prepared to sit in the back row even during slow season. A lot of the front chairs were empty most days even though they were reserved.
A guest 10/18/2026
Island Princess 307. Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $167 ... $779 per night. 3 bedrooms. 8 Max Occupancy.
Great Place ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Our stay was great! We were scheduled to come in on the Saturday after Hurrican Isaias. Well, the power was out and they could not let us in. We drove in on Sunday and by Sunday evening, our power was on, AC was working, and we were good to go. The elevators were not working yet, but not a big issue as we were on the third floor. The condo was great and Sugar Sands Rental was amazing. They refunded us for the night that we could not stay there. We would definitely rent from them again.
A guest 10/17/2026
Aqua Villa 202 . Fort Walton Beach, Florida. $127 ... $515 per night. 2 bedrooms. 5 Max Occupancy.
Aqua villa 202 ☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
Excellent newly renovated condo with plenty of space, fantastic location! Will definitely return to this rental!
Scott C. 09/28/2026