Vacation rentals in Santa Rosa Island

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Popular amenities for Okaloosa Island vacation rentals

Stay near Santa Rosa Island's top sights

Destin Harbor Boardwalk417 locals recommend
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park539 locals recommend
Crab Island337 locals recommend

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Santa Rosa Island

  • Total rentals

    2.7K properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    G$8,366 GYD before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    60K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    2K properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    170 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    2.5K properties have a pool

Your guide to Santa Rosa Island

Introduction

If you’re visiting Okaloosa Island, don’t forget to pack a swimsuit. The three-mile-long barrier island, just south of Fort Walton Beach, is between the Choctawhatchee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico on Florida’s Emerald Coast. You practically live at the beach here, spending days pedaling around on a cruiser, stretching out on powder-soft white sands, and sitting down to a seafood dinner fresh from the turquoise gulf waters. But while the beaches here are beautiful — much of the island is protected land — there’s plenty to do besides relax. Kayak or paddleboard on the bay or boat over to Crab Island, a sandbar with a festive atmosphere. Shop and dine on the boardwalk, or visit the area’s theme parks, water parks, and museums. Then cap off the day by enjoying a brilliant sunset on the beach.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Santa Rosa Island

It’s almost always beach weather on Okaloosa Island. Summer is hot, humid, and the most popular time to book one of the condos here, with daytime temperatures around 90 degrees Fahrenheit and nights only slightly cooler. But repeat visitors tend to agree that spring and fall are the best times to visit, when the crowds are thinner and temperatures are in the mid-70s and upper 80s — you may even want to pack a light jacket for evenings. Expect an isolated thunderstorm or two, especially during hurricane season, which starts in June and lasts through late October or November. Winter is sunny but cooler, with temperatures in the mid-60s. However, it doesn’t last long, and the 70-degree days usually return in the middle of March.


Top things to do in Santa Rosa Island

Okaloosa Island Pier

Anglers come to the Okaloosa Island Pier, which juts 1,262 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, to sight-cast in the clear waters. There’s gear rental here, and, for a small license fee, you can fish for Spanish mackerel, whiting, tuna, and bluefish. The pier also draws birders and is a lovely place for a stroll or to watch the summer fireworks displays.

The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

The oceanfront boardwalk features beach access, picnic pavilions, shops selling beach apparel and water toys, ice cream and candy stores, and several large, open-air seafood shacks and burger bars.

Gulf Island National Seashore

A national treasure, the Gulf Island National Seashore stretches 160 miles from Cat Island, MS, to Okaloosa Island and is split into 12 areas. The final section, just west of the Okaloosa Island hub, is a beautiful small beach on the Choctawhatchee Bay with calm waters that are great for swimming and water sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there Okaloosa Island resort rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 40 resort rentals with pools in Okaloosa Island, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Okaloosa Island?

    Okaloosa Island has more than 50 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

  • How much does it cost to stay in hotel rentals in Okaloosa Island?

    Experience the best of Okaloosa Island with our hotel rentals, starting at about $120 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there condo rentals with a dedicated workspace in Okaloosa Island?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 1,520 condo rentals in Okaloosa Island featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly house rentals in Okaloosa Island?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Okaloosa Island. Choose from more than 20 house rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Do condo rentals in Okaloosa Island have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 650 condo rentals with a bbq area in Okaloosa Island. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Okaloosa Island have free parking?

    Absolutely! We offer over 60 house rentals with free parking in Okaloosa Island. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do apartment rentals in Okaloosa Island have a gym?

    Absolutely! We offer over 90 apartment rentals with a gym in Okaloosa Island. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do condo rentals in Okaloosa Island have self check-in?

    Absolutely! We offer over 710 condo rentals with self check-in in Okaloosa Island. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • What are the most popular amenities for Hotel Rentals in Okaloosa Island?

    Enhance your stay in our Hotel Rentals with the most popular amenities: over 20 homes with a gym, over 20 homes with free parking, and more. Indulge in the ultimate retreat, tailored to your preferences.

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