Title: 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 Waterfront condo with kitchen and balcony ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21699100/21699054/0e9f939a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21699100/21699054/5388c269.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21699100/21699054/a976f10b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21699100/21699054/f60db008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21699100/21699054/w2431h1539x0y0-5b95322b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Imagine waking up to the soothing views of the bay at The Hermitage By The Bay. With a pool overlooking the water, lighted picnic areas, and a fishing pier within reach, this condo offers an idyllic retreat. Take advantage of community grills and enjoy meals on your own private balcony or stroll across the street to uncrowded beaches. 7.0 Good ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Pool - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 Top Reasons to Book this Condo! \* Pool overlooking the bay \* Fishing Pier \* 530 Yards to the Boardwalk/Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island \* Lighted picnic area \* Updated kitchen w/mahogany soft close cabinetry!  \* Across the street from uncrowded beaches \* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service Want to truly get away from it all? The Hermitage By The Bay is the place for you! Welcome to this lovely condo that has a stunning view of the bay and the pool right from the Balcony! Hermitage By the Bay 305 is just steps away is the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and white sandy beaches. This condo has 2 bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed, one with 2 twins and queen sleeper sofa, allowing this condo to sleep 6 guests altogether. The recently remodeled kitchen and baths make this already lovely unit fabulous! Across the street is the public beach access, with restrooms and showers and parking. This beach tends to be much less crowded than Destin area beaches. A great place to take the kids, Hermitage by the Bay is close to Escape Zone 60, Fudpuckers, pontoon rentals, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and is practically across the street from the Boardwalk and Gulfarium! Please note there are no elevators at Hermitage by the Bay. \*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.\* \*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates\* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!" Guests can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool overlooking the bay or catch some rays on the reclining chairs on the spacious deck. There are lighted picnic areas and romantic porch swings so you can sit and watch the boats enter the bay. Come enjoy a wonderful vacation at The Hermitage By The Bay!  The Bed Setup: Master Bedroom- Queen Bed Guest Bedroom- Two Twin Beds Living Room- Sleeper Sofa Area Attractions:  Located in Fort Walton within walking distance of several excellent restaurants and a convenience store, The Hermitage is convenient to the Fort Walton Beach art museum, Gulf Island National Seashore, Sasquatch Zoo and numerous shopping opportunities and water sports. Okaloosa Island has a fruitful fishing pier – a recent guest caught over 20 fish including lady fish, blue fish and a small shark! You’ll be able to easily net crabs right in front on the condo. There are community grills, the unit has its own washer/dryer, ample parking and 24-hour security. Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 750 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102870000/102866600/102866537/f4e4759e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay and Beach Relaxation Okaloosa Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=102866537&PinnedHotelID=102866537&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75771000/75770948/0d8a4c21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Snowbird Friendly - Lovely 3rd Floor Condo | Beach Cart and Umbrella | Relax & Enjoy the Sun/Sand Okaloosa Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=75770948&PinnedHotelID=75770948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82810000/82803700/82803675/a205d911.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom, walk to the Beach! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Bay Viewspool 2 Step Sanitizing Process2br Hermitage by Bay 305 4165 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.39697%2C-86.58543&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wBhEFcSjYCQ6kOOdTSB2BBjfQi0=) Fort Walton Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Fort Walton Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Okaloosa Island Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk - ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk - ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬9 min walk - ‪Fish House - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Crab Trap - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 located? > Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Choctawhatchee Bay and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and John Beasley Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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