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Emerald Coast Houseboat

Houseboat in Downtown Fort Walton Beach
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Separate bedrooms
    Separate bedrooms
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Lounge area
    Lounge area
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
    Refrigerator
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television

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Houseboat, 2 Bedroom, Harbor View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

Map
32 Miracle Strip Parkway SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

What's nearby

  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Block - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bangkok Bistro - ‬14 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.

Emerald Coast Houseboat

At this houseboat, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of HarborWalk Village and Destin Harbor Boardwalk.

Languages

English

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property for check-in information
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 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.

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

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries

Living spaces

  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly
  • USD 30 per pet per night

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping

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

  • 2 rooms
  • 2 floors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

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.

Also known as

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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 night. 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?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Does Emerald Coast Houseboat have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a coffee maker, a fridge and a microwave.
Does Emerald Coast Houseboat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this houseboat features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Emerald Coast Houseboat like?
Emerald Coast Houseboat is a short 1-minute walk from Timpoochee Trail and 9 minutes' walk from Fort Walton Beach Landing Park.

Emerald Coast Houseboat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

We get that this is a houseboat and the idea of it was fun, but this place needs a full clean down….lots of mold around the windows and on the deck, had a very musty odor!
Claire, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent.
Awesome place! Such a cool way to book a hotel. The only thing I would change is just that when someone reserved the houseboat…whoever is texting the tenant could let them know which dock spot it’s in at the time. I accidentally stepped onto a similar boat and the people staying there were like HEY WHAT ARE YOU DOING and I said IM SO SORRY I GOT THE WRONG BOAT WHERE IS THE EMERALD COAST 😂 Other than that…everything is great! Will definitely be renting this houseboat or other houseboats again!
John Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sharon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a unique place to stay. The houseboat was clean, there were sufficient amenities (we didn't do any cooking and didn't turn on the TV), the AC kept us cool, and the bed was comfortable. As expected on a houseboat, space was more of a premium than in a condo. A restaurant, bar and donut shop are in close walking distance. Parking is free, but you should be sensitive that the marina is part of a working boat yard and don't park to obstruct traffic in and out. The toilet got numerous mentions in other reviews. Just follow the instructions on the wall. Fill the pitcher from the shower, pour in some water, close the lid and push the button. No paper or other items allowed in the toilet. The shower was a bit cool, and the plumbing needs some attention since there were small leaks from the valves. Overall we had a good and unique experience with our stay on the houseboat. Recommended for the adventuresome.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

U liked that everything needed was therr. Coffee],linens soap, shampoo. Plus it was f Decorated nicely. Disliked a little cluttered at the beginning of the pier. Other than that it was perfect. We slept very well.. even overslept. Very restful stay.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Book this houseboat
We literally didn’t leave the boat . Great place to getaway . You can just walk to the tiki bar that serves great food. Enjoy the sun on upper deck and don’t miss the sunset. Clean, comfy , quiet and very safe. It was very memorable experience on the boat. It rocks!!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The only thing we enjoyed about this property was that it was on the water. We definitely didn’t feel like it was worth the price per night that it is listed for. The situation with the bathroom should be disclosed in the description of the property. We had to leave the boat every time we needed to use the bathroom and we definitely weren’t interested in standing in backed up gray water while taking a shower. The “bunk beds / 2 single bed are suitable for toddlers, not adults. I feel strongly that this property is overpriced and a full description of the bathroom and sleeping areas should be given in the listing. I felt very deceived and disappointed.
1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

Julio R., 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The property was unique, a houseboat. It is an old houseboat. It was clean and comfortable. I have been on boats before so I knew what to expect. However, someone who has not been on a small boat before might find the experience somewhat disappointing. A light should be placed where they have the entry lock. If you go out at night or arrive at night it is kind of challenging trying to get the lock open, where you stand on the deck is very narrow the railing is low. The window covering need to be replaced, they are old and in some cases have holes in them. More instructions are needed regarding the no paper in toilet but in the basket as to disposal of the basket waste. The air conditioning/heating unit was noisy and not practical. Overall, I was a happy camper. Joe Thomas
1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was an awesome unique stay. The kids loved staying on the boat & the kids room underneath is a very cool little hideaway.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The whole ambience was comforting - quiet and safe. This was last minute one night stay booking- wish could have been longer. It was good.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bucket List
Thanks for giving me the chance to help my boyfriend check off a bucket list item, to stay on a houseboat. It was a lot of fun and romantic. And the sunrise was one of the most beautiful ones we have ever seen. My only complaint was that we couldn't stay longer, haha.
Sunrise
Johnna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best vacation ever. Can’t beat the price for the experience!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy communication and instructions to get to the boat. We arrived almost right before sunset and we had the chance to enjoy it on top of the boat with our wine. This was a secret gateaway everyone should try. We LOVED every moment of it.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The whole family loved spending the Memorial weekend on the boat. Although we can not grill on the boat, we still enjoyed every moment of it. It was the best vacation we had for a long time. We will surely be back .
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

If you want something different, this is the place to be. Just get ready to "rock". We all loved it
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay .!the water was calm at night but gets busy in the morning due to some boat rentals next to it. Great location as walkable to downtown fort Walton. Best sunset view in the afternoon.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

It was not as advetised. The boat is in much more disrepair than pictured. The shower was disgustingly filthy.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Owner was very accommodating & we loved the Houseboat! Very clean, plenty of room. We will definitely book with them again!
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

perfect gateway
We loved our stay at the houseboat.The location was great and well secured. It was amazing. We will definitely come back
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not hot on the water!
I was disappointed in my stay. I knew that I was staying on a boat but this boat had a god awful smell to it. I sprayed air freshener in it and turned on the AC and left for three hours. I came back and it was a little better. Then I tried the TV, it worked but only had a couple channels so it was more or less worthless so I tried the WIFI and it was terribly slow. I just switched it off and used my phone’s tower instead. The shower would just dribble out and once you got all suds up it started to run out of hot water. The sink was so small that when I’d wash my face water was all over the floor and the toilet was the size for a child. It sat about a foot off the floor and you had to put the soiled TP in the garbage. It would have been fine but it wasn’t cleaned out daily. If I would have known what I was in store for I would have gotten a hotel room for less or the same money. Definitely not worth what I paid.
Daniel K, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anwar, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

My husband and I enjoyed our first houseboat experience Houseboats are not like hotels so don't expect that. We loved being able to have privacy and fishing. Only thing is don't go #2 in toilet, go to the office bathroom. Everything else was amazing. We had both ACs going ON LOW and no breakers went out. The rocking of the boat was soothing. Will def.book this again. Cheaper than hotels and more peaceful and quietness. Thank You!!! Highly suggest this as a couples get away.
PeacefulVacay, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review