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7 Best Airbnbs in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

A gorgeous Florida Panhandle beach destination, Fort Walton is a fun vacation spot between Panama City and Pensacola. This is a family-friendly area with a relaxed vibe and plenty of things to keep you entertained during your stay. After sunny days at the beach and exploring the local area, come back to one of these Airbnbs in Fort Walton Beach to truly relax and unwind.

Beautiful Pet-Friendly Home Your own personal paradise with a pool
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Beautiful Pet-Friendly Home

For up to nine people, it’s fun to stay in this pet-friendly home that has four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. It’s within a couple of miles of the beaches and less than three miles from nightlife. This modern house has laundry machines for guests, baby furniture and amenities, and a great backyard to relax in. You’ll have your own non-heated pool and be able to bring your pets along for a family vacation. Wi-Fi, TV, and a kitchen are other features of this Airbnb rental home.

Cozy RV Camper in Heart of Fort Walton Beach Go glamping and still be near downtown
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Cozy RV Camper in Heart of Fort Walton Beach

A unique way to stay in Fort Walton Beach is to rent this Airbnb camper for up to four people. It has a private bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, dining area, three slide-outs, and a covered outdoor patio. You’ll be in the heart of Fort Walton Beach and about 10 minutes (on foot) to downtown. Meanwhile, you’ll also enjoy the wooded, residential atmosphere in the Elliott Point neighborhood. The camper is looked up to electricity and water for your convenience.

The Blue Water Bungalow Bring the whole family along for vacation
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The Blue Water Bungalow

The Blue Water Bungalow is a residential home for rent on Airbnb for up to eight people. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms in a townhouse that’s 10 minutes away from the beaches. In this 1,700-square-foot space, you’ll have parking for your car, a stocked kitchen, and be in a quiet residential neighborhood.

Yacht with Spectacular Waterfront Views Such an amazing way to experience this area
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Yacht with Spectacular Waterfront Views

Embrace the coastal life with a stay on a 38-foot sailing yacht during your visit to Fort Walton Beach. It is a fun place to stay overnight for two people and has a fully air-conditioned/heated cabin. Known as the Seahawk, it is also close to a pool, hot tub, and fishing dock that guests can use. There are some basic kitchen appliances onboard, as well as luggage storage, device charging stations, surround-sound speakers, and a bathroom and shower on the port side. Since this is a real boat, you may notice movements and sounds on the water.

A Touch of Madagascar House You'll love the pool, even in winter
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A Touch of Madagascar House

Featuring original art from Madagascar, this rental home for up to six people is a great option in Fort Walton Beach. It has a swimming pool that’s heated during the winter and is a three-minute walk to shops and restaurants. When you stay here, you’ll also have a fenced backyard to enjoy the weather. One bedroom has a king-size bed, the second has a queen-size bed, a third bedroom has two single beds, and the living room has a couch. Nearby places are Ferry Park for walking and a playground, as well as the Uptown Station Shopping Center for groceries and restaurants.

Clancy's Celtic Clouds Clancy's Celtic Clouds
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Clancy's Celtic Clouds

Spanning about 1,100 square feet of space, this rental home accommodates four people in what was originally the “mother-in-law quarters” on the property. You can get to the beach by car in less than 10 minutes from here, and Destin is a 15-minute drive away. There is a fenced-in yard here to accommodate your pets and even a doggie door that connects the screened porch to the yard. Two pets are allowed here for an extra fee. This is a very pet-friendly space with even bowls, a bed, and a blanket provided for dogs. It is required to book this Airbnb for at least three consecutive nights.

Cozy Houseboat on Waterfront Experience what life on a boat is really like!
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Cozy Houseboat on Waterfront

A fun houseboat option in Fort Walton Beach is this Airbnb rental that can sleep up to four people. It is located on a quiet bayou and on a private one-acre residence. You can use the host’s kayaks and paddleboards when you stay here and also go fishing and use the fire pit. Kids under age six and pets are not allowed on the boat. But for adults and older kids, it is fun to fish and swim off the dock, play games in the small grassy area by the boat, and watch the dolphins swim in the bayou. You’ll need to walk about 150 meters down a hill and some stairs to access the boat. The host can provide a cart to help you get supplies from your car to the boat when you arrive.

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