Coastal Sound-Side Retreat - 4BR/3BA Home Across the Street from the White Sand Beaches of Okaloosa Island. Located on beautiful Okaloosa Island directly across the street from the sugar-white sand beaches, this spacious sound-side retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, character and coastal living. Perfectly positioned between the Santa Rosa Sound and the Gulf of Mexico, this property gives you the rare opportunity to enjoy both the calm sound waters and the emerald Gulf beaches just moments from your front door. One of the home's most unique features is the direct access to both the sound and the beach, connected by the convenient beach crossover and roadway located directly behind the property. Enjoy peaceful walks to the sound for paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing or sunset views, while also having immediate access across the street to the Gulf's crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches. This two-story single-family home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, along with a spacious open-concept layout that creates a seamless flow between the living, dining and kitchen areas - ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. Large windows fill the home with abundant natural light, highlighting the warm hardwood and ceramic tile flooring while creating a bright, airy coastal atmosphere throughout. Durable drywall interiors, central air and heat and thoughtful updates provide year-round comfort. Adding to the home's appeal, energy-efficient solar panels significantly reduce monthly utility costs, helping keep electricity bills impressively low even with regular use of air conditioning and the home's private sauna.... What truly sets this property apart is it's inviting outdoor living space, featuring multiple seating and entertaining areas designed to embrace the laid-back coastal lifestyle. Relax after a beach day in your private sauna, unwind under the coastal breeze or enjoy peaceful mornings and sunset evenings surrounded by the tranquil sound-side setting. Top Features: Prime Okaloosa Island location directly across the street from the Gulf beaches. Direct access to both the sound and the beach from the crossover behind the home. Energy-efficient solar panels helping keep utility costs low. Multiple outdoor seating and entertaining spaces. Private sauna for a resort-style living experience. Spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom layout with abundant natural light. Minimum lease term is 6 months + 1 day. This home is perfect for anyone seeking a peaceful coastal retreat with the rare convenience of enjoying both sound-side serenity and beachside living, all while remaining close to dining, entertainment, shopping and everything the Emerald Coast has to offer. Pet Friendly.
RentalSource last checked: June 12, 2026 · 3:38 PM ET
House for rent in Fort Walton Beach for $3,899 with 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,400 sqft, pet friendly and located at 723 Sailfish Dr in Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. The rental price of $3,899 is 139.6% ($2,272) higher than the average rent of $1,627 for houses in Fort Walton Beach, FL and 109.4% ($2,037) higher than the average rent of $1,862 for houses in Okaloosa County. 723 Sailfish Dr was advertised by Emerald Coast Property Management on March 31, 2026 at 9:34 AM ET, last updated on May 29, 2026 at 2:41 PM ET and last checked today at 3:38 PM ET.
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