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Panhandle Paradise, Waterfront, 2 Dog Friendly in Fort Walton Beach. Free Activities Included!

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Beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Goofy Golf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Beltway Shopping Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bel-Air Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Panhandle Paradise, Waterfront, 2 Dog Friendly in Fort Walton Beach. Free Activities Included!

Bayou 565 - Panhandle Paradise 🌊 | Waterfront | Dog-Friendly 🐾 | Fire Pit Grill | Sleeps 10

🏡 Your Perfect Bayfront Escape Awaits!
Welcome to Bayou 565 - Panhandle Paradise, a spacious 3-bedroom waterfront townhome designed for relaxation and adventure. Nestled in the heart of Fort Walton Beach, this retreat offers breathtaking bay views, modern comforts, and dog-friendly perks so bring your furry friends along!

🛏️ Where You ll Sleep:
Master Suite King bed, private bathroom w/ walk-in shower, and private balcony
Guest Bedroom Fun bunk bed setup (sleeps 3)
Third Bedroom Cozy sleeper sofa
Extra Sleeping Space Sleeper sofa in the living room
Sleeps up to 10 guests comfortably

🌞 Outdoor Bliss:
Direct waterfront patio perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails
Fire pit grill gather for cozy nights under the stars
Dog-friendly Up to 2 dogs welcome ($150 fee per dog)

🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen Cozy Living Space:
Full kitchen w/ modern appliances + Keurig standard coffee maker
Spacious living room with Smart TV for movie nights
Washer dryer for added convenience
Wi-Fi air conditioning throughout

🎟 Exclusive Guest Perks Over $500 in FREE Activities!
Enjoy 1 free adult admission to each of these every day of your stay:
✔ Dolphin Cruise 🐬
✔ Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park 🎡
✔ Big Kahuna s Waterpark 💦
✔ Wild Willy s Adventure Zone 🏴 ☠️
✔ Cattywampus Dolphin Cruise 🚤
✔ Parasailing More!
(Details provided after booking. Stays over 27 days excluded from the package.)

📍 Perfect Location:
✅ 7 miles from Destin s world-famous beaches dining
✅ 15-20 minutes from VPS Airport
✅ Close to local restaurants, shopping attractions

🛎️ House Rules Important Info:
✔Check-in: 4 PM, Check-out: 10 AM (Early check-in may be available for a fee)
✔No third-party bookings must be 25+ to book (kids welcome with parents!)
✔No smoking, vaping, candles, or open flames inside or on balconies
✔Same-day reservations require a selfie valid ID matching payment info
✔Signed rental agreement required before check-in

Rental Agreement:
A Signed Rental Agreement is Required on All reservations. It will be emailed separately to you. This must be electronically signed for your door code to be activated.

Dog Requirements:
Dog friendly properties Require a separate dog addendum, which Must be signed electronically. Cost of each dog is $150 + taxes. Limited to 2 dogs. All dogs much be grated when no one is home to be with the dog.

Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is a smart way to protect your vacation investment from the unexpected. Whether it's illness, weather disruptions, travel delays, or last-minute cancellations, travel insurance helps cover costs so you don't lose money—or peace of mind. It's a small price for big protection, ensuring you're covered before and during your trip.

Starter Amenities:
We provide guests with a thoughtful selection of starter amenities to make your stay more comfortable. These include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, a bar of soap, Dawn dish soap, 10–12 dishwasher tabs, 10–12 laundry pods, a box of trash bags, and a small coffee setup with either 2–2.5 oz packs of ground coffee or 4 Keurig pods (depending on the property), along with 4–5 coffee creamers and sugar packets.

🎟 Limited Dates Available Book Your Waterfront Getaway Today! 🎟

Security Verification Process: To abide by all legal requirements and building security rules, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, provide a valid credit card with a name that matches your ID, pass through our verification portal. Important note: The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.
Please be advised that all guests will be asked to sign a rental usage agreement that governs the terms of the stay. By completing the reservation you agree to the following:
- You agree to be bound by our rental terms and conditions.
- You acknowledge that you will be required to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID and matching credit card prior to check-in.
- You understand that your check-in instructions might be withheld until you have successfully completed our verification portal.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Goofy Golf. Features include a water park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 10 minutes by car from Okaloosa Island Beach and 10 minutes from Fort Walton Beaches
This vacation home offers its guests a water park.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,878 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Panhandle Paradise, Waterfront, 2 Dog Friendly in Fort Walton Beach. Free Activities Included! Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D or Lisa A J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

565

Maybe consider adding some essential cooking spices in the future. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is more spacious than shown in the pictures, big bedroom, big bathroom, lots of towels. The backyard overlook the lake was extremely relaxing, def book this place if we visit Destin again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024