1201 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
What's nearby
Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - 13 min walk
Angler's - 13 min walk
Old Bay Steamer - 3 min walk
Al's Beach Club - 13 min walk
Crab Trap - 13 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
When you stay at this houseboat, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of HarborWalk Village and Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby kayaking, parasailing and snorkelling. A kitchen, a washer/dryer and a balcony are other features.
At a glance
Property size
Private houseboat
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (10 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Parking and transport
Free self-parking on site
Kitchen
Fridge
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Living spaces
Living room
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet friendly
USD 30 per pet per day
Services and conveniences
No housekeeping
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat tours on site
Fishing on site
Sailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Golf nearby
Ecotours nearby
Parasailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
General
Property does not allow children
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 300.00
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cleaning fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at this houseboat?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at this houseboat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at this houseboat?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Island Houseboat and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as fishing and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
Does Island Houseboat have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a coffee maker, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Island Houseboat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this houseboat features a balcony.
What's the area around Island Houseboat like?
Island Houseboat is located near Okaloosa Island Beach, only a short 9-minute walk from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and 11 minutes' walk from Okaloosa Island Pier.
Island Houseboat Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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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 Exceptional
1 April 2024
Had the best weekend accommodations here. Quiet and safe . Best location in the bay. If you stay here, enjoy the water and sunset view.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
30 March 2024
Not worth it
I've already contacted your agent to discuss the issues. Not very clean, smelled terrible at times due to the toilet. Anytime the lid was up it had a very strong odor. I've stayed on multiple houseboats and none of them were like this. Scalding water in a shower that wouldn't get colder so we couldn't use it. Water in sinks had black pieves. Looked like areas hadn't been wiped down.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2024
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 traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2024
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
Herb, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2024
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
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
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2/10 Poor
26 February 2024
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
Richard, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 February 2024
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 traveller
2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
15 February 2024
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"
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
6 February 2024
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.
Suk
Suk, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2024
We had a great time and enjoyed staying on the houseboat!
Robin
Robin, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 December 2023
Wonderful and unique house. Great for short term accommodation. Quiet and safe and comfortable .Definitely will book this again
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2023
What a great cute stay . We. enjoyed the uniqueness of this place. We shall come back again in summer .
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2023
This boathouse was such a unique and cool stay; it was our first time ever vacationing in one. It was within close access to the beach, shops, and restaurants. We especially loved the all around bay views on the top deck. The views are beautiful and peaceful.
The inside of the boathouse was homey and comfortable. The only thing I would say is when the toilet is flushed, it does have a bit of a funky smell to it. But other than that, the experience was very enjoyable. The owner was very friendly and helpful whenever I had questions. If a make another Fort Walton trip, I'd definitely stay at this boathouse again :)
Allie
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2023
What a wonderful stay! Wish could have been longer for us . Definitely will book again. I highly recommend
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2023
It was great one night stay . Everything as expected. Best spot in town
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2023
Anwar
Anwar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2023
Love the idea of this floating boat. Everything was so wonderful . Clean and comfortable . Amazing view
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
13 September 2023
The top deck of the boat was GREAT. Inside was terrible. No A/C in the bedroom, no water in the bathroom, no lights in the bathroom, holding tank smell was terrible. Dought it is ever treated. NEVER again. No temp control of shower water. Either scalding hot or cold when the 5 minutes of hot ran out.
RHONDA
RHONDA, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2023
Anwar
Anwar, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
29 August 2023
Nice stay
Enjoyed the novelty of staying on a houseboat. As stated in other reviews, it isn't new/updated.
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 August 2023
Great shorty accommodation. Comfortable and quiet and safe .
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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6/10 Good
18 August 2023
Loved the idea of a houseboat.
Just a few things needed fixing.
Bathroom had no light and apparently needed chemicals in toilet. Smelled bad.
No extra toilet tissue.
Several lights didn’t work.
Had to turn off a/c to use microwave.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
22 July 2023
scott
scott, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2023
Very pleasing
Check in process was effortless. Stay was comfortable. Needs a minor facelift. Some modern or updated furniture. Needs minor handyman services, all in all very satisfied