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"Awesome Condo!
This condo is perfect! Location could not be better, and the unit is clean and well maintained. Covered reserved parking is a huge plus."
Aug 18, 2024 - Edd H., Gillsville, GA
"Relaxing Week
I was VERY pleased with the condo and it's cleanliness. The kitchen had the bare minimum when it came to equipment, but it was plenty for the two of us as we ate out every night. The complex is nice. The furnishings are what I would expect from a rental and in good shape. All in all this is a good condo and our experience with the rental company was very good. The smart phone app they provide is very useful!"
Jun 12, 2024 - Susan J., Fort Wayne, IN
"Pelican Isle311 excellent rental
Great Rental. Murphy bed is an added bonus. Had a minor maintenance issue and it was fixed in 30 mins. Staff at B&S was Great to deal with"
Jun 05, 2024 - Josh C., Calhoun, KY
"Fun in the sun and sand.
We always return to complex. Fun in the sun!"
May 15, 2024 - , Westfield, IN
"311 Stay
Very pleasurable "
May 12, 2024 - , Madisonville, KY
"2nd time there nice remodel
Loved our stay each time we have stayed in this unit. Surprised by the lovely remodel since last spring. Very clean, comfortable quiet.. and we will be back. Location is good for easy access to beach and all things Destin or westward. Pelican Isle management needs to get both elevators working for the last 3 times we stayed only 1 worked. This time the one got stuck early in our Vista was repaired and as we left my son in law was stuck in elevator at 5:45 am. 911 brought the fire dept and using stairs we loaded and left.
Must say unit is great and if elevators are working we will be back again real soon. Brooks n Shorey is awesome and have taken care of us for several years now."
Apr 05, 2024 - Judy W., Joplin, MO
"311 snowbirds
This is the nicest condo we’ve stayed in. Nice furniture, kitchen ware, and decor. We also like the third floor view. Brooks and Shorey people are always friendly and nice to deal with. "
Mar 25, 2024 - , Rockford, IL
"Great vacation
Very satisfied with condo. My wife and I have stayed at Pelican Isle 311 before and the condo was always excellent. We would rent this unit all the time.
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Nov 14, 2023 - David W., Alcoa, TN
"Pelican Isle 311
The unit itself was very nice and had a beautiful view of the beach and beach access. We were not able to get into our condo until after 5:15. This has been the case the last several years that we have rented through Brooks & Shorey. There was no dishcloth/towels, pot holders/oven mitts, or dishwashing starter soap even though you are expected to run the load of dirty dishes prior to checkout. There was a blood stain on the bedsheets the size of a quarter so not sure if the sheets were clean or stained but regardless it made us feel like they were not cleaned well. Also recommend adding a cutting board, some type of grilling utensils, and an additional small skillet as there was only one. Otherwise, everything was well stocked and worked as it should. "
Oct 16, 2023 - Holly T., Ooltewah, TN
"Lovely stay as usual.
Nice, clean, updated unit.
Kitchen supplies are a bit spartan but workable. "
Oct 02, 2023 - kevin k., smyrna, GA
"Nice stay
Overall the condo was nice. Beautiful beach views and clean. There are some updates that need to happen in the bathrooms and light fixtures but that is just nitpicking. "
Jul 24, 2023 - , ASHLAND CITY, TN
"We returned for a reason!
Not only is Oakaloosa Island amazing, but the condo we stayed at is great. It was like being at home, but on the beach. We will return and stay at the same place."
Jul 04, 2023 - Brandon S., Point Pleasant, WV
"Great condo
We enjoyed our stay here and would rent again. The condo was decorated beautifully and updated with a great view from the balcony. We loved the comfortable beds and the murphy bed was so nice with a comfy mattress.This was such a nice feature and one of our favorite things about this condo."
Apr 29, 2023 - Crystal S., Utica, KY
"Comfortable condo for a clean freak
Must say one of the best as far as cleanliness, furnishings for unit 311 and th entire complex was well kept. I did not have to sanitize anything. We ve been coming several times a yr over last 15 yrs and will be back to this unit again. Compliments to the owner who has the unit tastefully decorated and stocked with good quality linens, towels, and kitchen items. The parking with this unit was a plus. These 2 seniors, our" kids" and our 12 yr old great gson loved every minute there. Elizabeth at Brookes n Shorey has been so helpful during our last several stays in the area. ��"
Apr 03, 2023 - , Joplin, MO
"Great condo
This condo unit is fantastic. The furniture is new and contemporary, the bed is incredibly comfortable, and the view is beautiful. We experienced no issues in our one week stay."
Nov 17, 2022 - , Sussex, WI
"Pelican Isle 311
Pelican Isle 311 was a lovely unit! We would love to go back. The location was perfect the free chairs and umbrella set up was added bonus. Conner the beach attendendant was very helpful."
Oct 31, 2022 - DeBlass C., Alton, IL
"Nearly perfect
This is one of my favorite units. It's clean, quiet and has almost everything you'd expect.
I have stayed here twice in one season however, and the door code did not change. This is a pretty big security issue to me. Also on my latest visit, they did not leave dish towels and pot holders as they usually do.
Not necessarily specific to this unit but to all units in this building, they need blackout curtains on the bedroom window. The sun will blast you in the morning. (at least you'll be up early enough to reserve a chair on the beach. Seriously. Do that.)
The dishwasher also needs attention.
Other than that, I recommend it."
Oct 24, 2022 - Kevin K., Smyrna, GA
"Twj
Great place to stay, nice to have a parking place, great extras offered "
Aug 22, 2022 - Tillman J., Bristol, TN
"Beautiful condo
Loved the cleanliness and decor of the condo. I would definitely come back and stay at this unit again!"
Aug 06, 2022 - , Longview, TX
"Beautiful Condo
Our family enjoyed this unit for our annual beach trip. The unit was clean and had everything we needed. We had a problem with the TV and maintenance quickly resolved the problem. We definitely plan to return. "
Jun 21, 2022 - William J., Gloster, LA
"Great vacation
Absolutely great very clean and described the way it was presented. It couldn't have been no better. "
Sep 20, 2021 - Stanley S., Graysville, TN
"Great views, reserved parking, beautiful decor
Wonderful!"
Aug 30, 2021 - , Lebanon, MO
"311
Great location on the beach. Beautiful view. The beds were awful. So hard that we couldn’t sleep. While the side chairs are cute, they are very uncomfortable. We sat in the couch but if you have more than 2 people it would be uncomfortable. The screen door was off the track. The ice maker quit working but they came as soon as notified.
Anytime at the beach is a great time & overall we were happy. "
May 24, 2021 - Angela C., Mountain Grove, MO
"Great stay
Wonderful week. Wonderful condo. Only 2 suggestions: sofa has lost support and is uncomfortable to sit on. Bed also lacks support and caused backache. "
Apr 19, 2021 - , Columbia, MO
"Okaloosa Island with a View
Great condo on the beach. Brooks and Shorey has always been really good to work with on the rental. Barbara is top notch. She’s a reliable resource and meets your family’s needs. We will be returning again and rent through Barbara. "
Apr 06, 2021 - , Barton City, MI
"Great getaway place
Lovely beach, great restaurants, easy to get to and easy to get around! Great condos. "
Feb 17, 2021 - Patricia K., Ballwin, MO
"Peaceful week
My daughter and I stayed in this lovely condo the week of Thanksgiving. The condo was well appointed, cutely decorated, and met all of our needs. The only suggestion I can make is perhaps firmer pillows (or bring your own) I woke up with a crick in my neck every morning. The beach is beautiful, and I woke up every morning a jogged the west end of the island. The complex wasn’t very crowded since it was off-season but I doubt I would want to stay there during peak season as there is a lot of noise coming from the pool area, etc. Overall we had a lovely stay and would stay at this particular complex/condo again."
Dec 14, 2020 - , Douglasville, GA
"Great Rental
The rental was exactly as advertised. Right on the ocean; clean and conveniently located. Would definitely rent it again. Instructions were clear on how to access the unit."
Nov 01, 2020 - Carol R., Austell, GA
"PAK59
The owners of condo PI 311, have done a fabulous job updating this condo with everything you need. The two full bathrooms come in very handy and the pull down Murphy Bed is an added plus. We enjoyed our stay in the condo and will definitely come back. "
Jun 30, 2020 - Paula K., Spring, TX
"Harper
Excellent "
Sep 10, 2019 - George H., Villa Rica, GA
"Fort Walton Escape
We enjoyed our condo very much. It did have an odd smell when we arrived but nothing air freshner and an open balcony door couldn't fix.I would highly recommend Brooks and Shorey. We loved the pool at our condo and the staff there were very friendly."
Jun 05, 2019 - Katrina S., Tellico Plains, TN
"NIce Place
We were happy with the condo. It could use a good deep cleaning. When we got there at night, the top bunk had not been changed as there was sand all through it. So we had to do laundry upon arriving. Of course the next day, they offered to have the cleaning crew come back, but that is to little to late at that point. The baseboards in the bathrooms need cleaned as there is hair and dirt all over them. Beyond that, the beach is beautiful and because of us traveling at the end of June there were not many people. It was very relaxing and enjoyable!"
Nov 14, 2018 - Heidi T., La Grange, KY
"Summer Vacation
The vacation was wonderful. The condo as perfect for the two of us. Plenty of space and storage. The location is great, lots of restaurants and shopping pretty close. The weather was absolutely wonderful and the water was breath taking, the clearest we have seen in the last 20 years. We ran into friends on the beach, all in all it was the perfect week!"
Sep 18, 2018 - Leslee P., Lorena, TX
"AWESOME!!!!
Perfect. The owners thought of everything. The Murphy bed and extra storage was so thoughtful. Will be back for sure"
Sep 10, 2018 - , Fairview, TN
"Home Away From Home
It's always great to come to PI each year. #311 is well appointed, always clean and the reserved parking is a real benefit. Love having free beach service too. Had a great time as usual. We'll be back!
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Aug 27, 2018 - Michael B., Lilburn, Georgia
"Great place for family stay
Thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Have stayed in this building before and this stay did not disappoint!
Would gladly stay here again."
Jun 14, 2018 - , Schererville, IN
"Great place - great location - well worth it!
This was a great place to spend a week. Beach was wonderful, condo was clean and well stocked. Loved having chairs and umbrella! Bring your own washcloths!"
Jun 10, 2018 - , Huntsville, AL
"The Great Vacation
the whole process was very easy, from booking the room to check out. We loved the web site. The room was just as described. We will be back. Loved the view from the balcony, Beds were very comfortable and plenty of room in the condo. Private parking was a bonus."
May 28, 2018 - Terry D., Campbellsville, Ky
"Pelican Isle 311
Great 2 week stay at Pelican Isle 311. Fantastic unit! Realy appreciated all the storage space. We were able to find a place for everything so the room was more relaxing and didn't seemed cluttered. Hoping to come back to this unit next year. "
May 21, 2018 - , New Haven, IN
"Pelican Isle 311
Condo was very nice, exactly as described. Beautiful view! "
Apr 23, 2018 - Ginger B., Elizabethtown, KY
"Great condo with an amazing view.
Loved the location and the view. The rental was well furnished with all the needed items for a week long stay. "
Apr 09, 2018 - Oscar W., Brookville, OH
"Enjoyed our stay in 311
We had a great spring break week at PI 311 and I would definitely recommend the Pelican Isle and specifically Unit 311. I had read other condo reviews about the couch in other units being uncomfortable because it was a pull out. Because unit 311 has a murphy bed, the couch was very comfortable. We did not pull the murphy bed down to give it a try.
Although we didn't do much cooking, because we enjoy going out to dinner for seafood while in Florida, the kitchen had everything we needed. The freezer produced plenty of ice to keep our drinks cold and fill small coolers for the beach without having to buy ice.
The condo worked well for our family of 3. The top bunk is pretty tight, but our 14 year old son slept up there, because the tv in the bottom bunk wasn't working. I did not call to get it fixed, because with the top bunk working as well as the TV's in the master bedroom and living room, that was plenty.
I had read in the reviews or in the ad that there were sand toys under the bunk bed, but the only things there were a couple beach chairs that we didn't use. I am not sure what happened to the sand toys, but we would have packed some if we would have known. We did have friends staying in other units, so instead he just used their sand toys to build a sand castle.
We did go on the Sea Blaster Dolphin cruise with all the other families in our group. We had a lot of fun, but you should know that it is free wine and beer the whole time, so more of a booze cruise than a dolphin cruise. But we did see some dolphins. We were also able to spot dolphins from the beach and the deck. You should pack binoculars to use, because it is fun to look out onto the beach and water.
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Apr 04, 2018 - Tammy R., Appleton, WI
"February Escape
We decided at the last minute to drive down to the Destin/Ft. Walton area to get away for a few days. We inquired about a property and within minutes we had a follow up phone call wanting to know if we had any questions. When we described what we were looking for the Manager suggested a different property which was better suited to our needs. They followed up with us on all of our questions and were very easy to work with. The property was outstanding and better than expected. Very clean and no surprises. The condo was immaculate and very close to restaurants, shopping, etc.
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Mar 01, 2018 - , Carmel, IN
"Review
I just want to make a comment on the cleanliness, or lack there of, regarding the condo. There was mold growing in the shower stall, obvious mold, and quite disgusting. It was better in the master tub, however, on the door track, in the middle hadn't been cleaned in some time. Additionally, there is crud in the bed frame between the frame and the box spring. Getting rid of that bed frame would eliminate that problem and give about another foot of room to the master bedroom. It is pretty tight in there. "
Oct 24, 2017 - , Lugoff, SC
"Great unit for our family!
My family of 3 really enjoyed our stay in 311. It was super clean, completely stocked with linens, had a roomy washer/dryer, nice, modern appliances, like new furniture and an amazing view. It may be their normal practice but we were very grateful to get in the room earlier than scheduled due to Hurricane Nate. The pool was actually larger than it appeared in the pics. "
Oct 17, 2017 - , Salem, IN
"Awesome!!
We had a great vacation at Pelican Isle! "
Sep 16, 2017 - Jenni R., Bogart, GA
"Not a good start to my birthday vacation.....
Did not start off as well as we expected. Room was not ready until 6:00. There were NO carts available, people keep them in their rooms, and only ONE elevator working. Once we arrived and were able to get in the room it was ok. I am handicapped and was not able to take the stairs, therefore our wait on the upper floors was stifling waiting in the area by the elevator. "
Jul 22, 2017 - Charlotte W., Liberty Hill, Tx
"One of my favorites!
Had a very nice time. Only issue was one of the elevators was out of service. Grounds were clean and well maintained. The employees were friendly and accommodating. "
Jul 18, 2017 - Paul P., Oklahoma City, OK
"Awesome
Home away from home"
Jul 07, 2017 - , Nicholasville, Ky
"Great property, great condo
The location and unit were fantastic. The condo was clean and comfortable, the kids loved the bunks with TVs. The bed was awesome and so comfortable. We would dedinitely stay here again!"
Jun 26, 2017 - Brad G., Keller, TX
"PI 311 - Condo
Very relaxing and comfortable. Will be looking into possibly buying a condo in the area for a future retirement home."
Jun 23, 2017 - Jeff H., Algonquin, IL
"West spring break
Extra clean condo. Perfect location view was great. Staff was great. Had a
Problem with the bunk tvs called and within 10 minutes someone was there to fix. A+++++"
May 07, 2017 - John W., Owensboro, Ky
"Month of November 2016.
Great stay at a beautiful location. View from the balcony was spectacular. Our unit was clean when we arrived. The staff was courteous and efficient. We will definitely return in the future."
Dec 08, 2016 - William F., Grafton, WI
"Perfect location, beautiful, clean condo!
Our family of five fit comfortably in this beautiful condo overlooking the water. It had everything we needed. A special surprise was the net, games, and water toys that were generously left by previous guests and owner. It was an easy walk to the beach with free chairs and umbrella. We help to stay again next fall break! The kids loved this vacation. The heated pool and hot tub was also a big hit!"
Oct 24, 2016 - Allison A., Westfield, IN
"awesome
Very clean condo. Wonderful view of beach.
Close to shopping and entertainment.
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Sep 09, 2016 - Rhonda F., Rogers, AR
"Vaca Ft Walton 2016
Had a wonderful week at Pelican Isle! Accommodation was perfect for our family. Grandchildren loved having their own tv at each bunk. Room was very well supplied and owner's idea of " paying it forward" added a special touch. Only issue we had was when we returned from dinner one evening someone had parked in the parking space reserved for our room and no one "after hours" was available/nor returned our call. Disappointed in the lack of response from an otherwise very attentive staff. "
Jul 22, 2016 - Larry W., Gainesville, Ga
"ABSOULTELY FANTASTIC !!!!!!!!!!!!!
We have been to Pelican Isle three out of the last four years. This time we went down to celebrate our first anniversary. We couldn't have picked a more perfect condo. We felt like we were in our home away from home. The condo was so inviting, comfortable and done in such great taste. The upgrades were beautiful. We WILL stay there again !!!! Compliments to the owners."
Jun 22, 2016 - Paul D., Brunswick, Ohio
"Great place to say!!!
We have stayed in many condos over the years from Gulf Shores to Destin. Pelican Isle #311 has been the best of all of them. I have no complaints about the condo itself. They only thing that would make it better is to not allow smoking anywhere in the building including the balconies. It would have been nice to be able to use the balcony without breathing somebody else's drug addiction. "
May 17, 2016 - Russell P., Collierville, TN
"Pelican Isle Paradise
Beautiful condo; Gorgeous View
This was my first vacation rental. Had some hesitations along the way. Rhonda at vaycayhero helped relieve most of them.
Desk service at PI was helpful.
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Apr 27, 2016 - , Champaign, IL
"Great Time
The condo was very clean. The kitchen was stocked with lots of utensils and pots and pans. There was plenty of storage space. We loved the reserved parking especially when it rained."
Apr 07, 2016 - Sue H., Murfreesboro, TN
"Spring break
Fantastic! The condo was nice, the workers were super and the beach was beautiful."
Mar 26, 2016 - , Tullahoma, TN
"Great unit with the comforts of home feeling.
We love this unit, but unfortunately mother nature didn't want to co-operate.
Hurricane Patricia stirred up the algae in the gulf, causing a condition called red tide. It caused a lot of discomfort to most visitors, besides killing a lot of fish. This was no fault of the condo, but it did affect our enjoyment of the week we could have had."
Nov 03, 2015 - , Newburgh, IN
"FANTASTIC VACATION
Could not have enjoyed our stay in Fort Walton Beach any more than this stay. Pelican Isle is a perfect location for us. 311 was a perfect! Great service from personnel, property extremely clean and attractive. The pool, hot tub, beach access, amenities of beach chairs, all SUPER!!!! We will be back and will recommend this property to others without reservation. "
Sep 01, 2015 - Keith M., Weaver, Alabama
"Pelican Isle
Our stay at the Pelican Isle was fabulous. We could not have asked for a better vacation. The location and view were perfect. We loved it and will be back in the future. "
Jul 13, 2015 - Cindy M., Austin, TX
"Family Fun
The room was very nice and was well cleaned. It was so nice to have covered parking and all the extras were great! Free movies, rental chairs included, extra chairs and beach toys, all very nice. The beds were very comfortable and our granddaughter loved the bunk bed with her own TV! The view from the balcony was beautiful and other than hearing people at the pool (and that couldn't be helped) it was so nice. The only suggestion I would make is to remove the towel cabinet in the master bathroom and replace it with a shelf over the toilet for towels. "
Jun 10, 2015 - , Linden, Tn
"Great Trip
Wonderful weather, beautiful views, nice condo. "
Jun 09, 2015 - KAYLA H., SIMPSONVILLE, SC
"A beautiful week!
Our stay in Fort Walton was wonderful! The complex was great, the unit was perfect for us. The bed was very confortable, our kids loved the TVs in their bunks, the Murphy bed worked out really well. We have never been to Destin or Fort Walton in October, so we weren't sure what to expect, but the weather and water were perfect and we were so grateful to have no rain the entire time! Plus this time of year, the crowds were not bad at all. Loved our stay and we would definitely stay here again!!"
Oct 14, 2014 - , Farmington, Arkansas
"Great Getaway
We would recommend to friends"
Oct 14, 2014 - Steven T., Sackville, New Bronsvick
"Great stay
only problem we had was the internet but they told us to get internet from room 411. it worked good in living room and balcony. not good in bedroom. I would revisit if price is comparable to other condos. "
Oct 07, 2014 - Quentin C., Walnut Ridge, AR
"the fall getaway
Weather and water was perfect.Condo was just as described.We will be coming back yearly."
Sep 15, 2014 - David J., gillespie, il
"Didn't want to leave Fort Walton!!
This was my families first trip to Fort Walton we didn't want to leave. Our condo was beautiful and had all the comforts of home!! We will defiantly be back next year"
Jul 17, 2014 - Brandi R., Nashville, Tn
""Paradise"
This was a wonderful vacation for my family and I. We had such a great time relaxing in this beautiful condo. Barbara was very nice! We loved watching the dolphins every morning while drinking coffee on the balcony. A.J.'s and McGuires, in Destin has the best food around. Took a pontoon boat to Crab Island on the last day and had a blast! So much fun! Only complaint-The murphy bed's sheets had not been changed when we got there. The upgraded kitchen was very nice with granite countertops! My kids were so sad when we had to leave.:( Thank you for the memories! We will be back!!!
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Jul 05, 2014 - Phil M., Mt. Carmel, IL
"Vacation in the sun
This was one of the best vacations we have had. Great location and property was decorated great . Enjoyed the extra perks. Chair and umbrella . Movie rentals and golf. Can't wait to go again . "
May 27, 2014 - , Fairhope, AL
"Monsoon Getaway
PI 311 had everything we needed for a delightful vacation. We just happened to choose a week with 15 -20 inches of rain! We were quite comfortable inside our condo, but will hopefully be able to return when we can enjoy more sunshine!"
May 06, 2014 - , Roanoke, IL
"Great birthday present.
The condo was awesome, the view was amazing. Saw dolphins every day, beach not crowded. "
Nov 12, 2013 - Debbie R., Minor Hill, TN
"Loved it!
Will def be back!"
Sep 30, 2013 - April P., Cumberland Gap, TN
"Great stay!
PI 311 was great. Will definitely be returning!"
Sep 03, 2013 - , Greenwood, AR
"PI 311 was absolutely perfect
The beds were sooooo comfortable which was unexpected. Ultra clean, nice amenities, fantastic view. Would like to vacation here again!"
Sep 03, 2013 - , Nashville, TN
"Always Stay
We always stay at this location when rooms are available and always will."
Sep 03, 2013 - Steven H., Kimberly, AL
"Just love it!!
This is our second year in a row in the same unit and we will come back again. That tells how pleased we are."
Jul 29, 2013 - Gladys E., Lawrenceville, GA
"Outstanding
Great property, great condo. I really like having the larger flat screen TVs in the front room and bedroom. Nice furnishings and comfortable couch. I really appreciated being able to check in to our room on time this year. We have came to Pelican Island for 3 or 4 years now, and this is the first time that the condo was actually ready at 4pm like it is supposed to be. So, thanks to the cleaning crew for getting their jobs done on time."
Jul 15, 2013 - David S., Denton, TX
"Vacation
AWESOME!"
Jun 10, 2013 - Brandon G., Aberdeen, Ms
"GREAT PLACE TO VACATION
We have for a long time vacationed on the east coast, often Hilton Head, but find the Fort Walton/Destin area to be absolutely wonderful. We have stayed at other properties on Santa Rosa Blvd but prefer Pelican Isle. You can't beat the view of the ocean and the accomodations. The staff on site was very professional and helpful. We are returning again for two weeks in April 2013. "
Apr 16, 2013 - Michael T., Canton, OH
"Easter vacation 2013
We like the location of the property and the size of the complex. This is the second year we rented this unit. The sofa and the king bed seem to be getting quite soft and aren't very comfortable. The noise in the hall from children running around late at night was more disturbing this year. Other than that we enjoyed our stay very much."
Apr 09, 2013 - Pamela M., Menomonee Falls, WI
"Relaxing vacation
Great vacation spot"
Oct 23, 2012 - , Columbus, Georgia
"Vacation 2012 in PI 311
the most relaxing and spectacular view with the ocean breeze...."
Oct 20, 2012 - Michael F., Benoit, MS
"Lovely Condo on the Beach
We enjoyed our week long stay in this quiet part of Fort Walton Beach, right on the Gulf. This unit is clean, nicely decorated, and has a beautiful, well appointed kitchen that allowed us to cook many meals in, so we could avoid all the tourist-trap restaurants in the area. The included "beach service" is a plus. A minor annoyance is the noise from the pool, which is directly below this unit. Everything else is "First Cabin". We would definitely rent this unit again, and would consider other units in Pelican Isle if necessary."
Oct 15, 2012 - , Olatha, KS
"Love the location & amenities!
Our birthday gift to our adult daughters every year is a getaway from their everyday life with family & careers. So me & my daughters love to go to the beach, shop, eat & relax. I'm going to list a few things, but by no means did any of these things keep us from having a wonderful time.
1.Due to a few storms out in the gulf, the water wasn't as pretty and blue as it usually is and one day the sand flies or something were awful & kept biting.
2. The rental was very comfortable & roomy. We did notice that when we were making up the Murphy bed the pillows had hair on them which you really don't want to see. Also, the hair dryer one on the wall in the master bedroom was unplugged & when we plugged it in to use it it did not work. That wasn't a problem because two of us had brought our own hair dryers.
3. We were never certain if the door was locked, so one of us would have to go outside while the other locked or unlocked so we would know which way to turn it. It would have been nice to have a security chain or something.
Other than these few things our trip was great and we do plan to return next year. "
Sep 15, 2012 - Brenda W., Walker, LA
"Excellent place to stay!
You really could not ask for a better place to stay. Clean, staff was friendly, views outstanding. Our children (9 and 8) loved the bunks with televisions after playing all day. Feel free to uses the flashlight we left for some nightime beach walks for Sand Crabs and other sea creatures that come out at night. We look forward to a return visit next Labor Day!"
Sep 06, 2012 - Paul C., Hixson, Tn
"Nice, But...
Once we arrived, I felt a bit misled by the website. First, there was a range of prices but no itemized daily price, just the total dollar amount due for the number of days spent. The add on fees, additional insurance that is highly recommended/required, in addition to the local taxes was excessive. The final price was more than twice the lowest quoted prices for the condo. Secondly when I inquired about the location of the condo in relation to exposure to noise from the pool I was told being on the 3rd floor would put me far above the pool noise, which was not the case. Also, the master bedroom did not have a view of the Gulf (as implied), but was directly next to the entrance door, leading to an all access hallway, where all guests on the floor must pass & was very noisy with other guest constantly walking by. Finally, there were no directions on how to connect to the wifi network (had to wait till next day when staff arrived) and the complimentary beach chairs/umbrellas were collected early, so we could not enjoy the beautiful sunsets on the beach in the evening with our chairs. For the amount of money spent, I did not feel I got the overall experience that was sold. Great view of the beach from the balcony, but I will not spend my next Gulf vacation at this property."
Sep 05, 2012 - , Kenner, LA
"Weekend Trip
Nice place to get away for the weekend!"
Aug 14, 2012 - , Meansville, GA
"awesome
The condo was beautiful the view was beautiful everything was great!!! hands down the best vacation I have taken lately."
Jul 24, 2012 - , LaVergne, Tn
"Great Vacation
One of the best vacations we've had in Florida."
Jun 29, 2012 - Carol S., Hopkinsville, KY
"Love Fort Walton Beach!!!
Have satyed at the pelican isle for past 3 years. The people at the front desk was rude this year!!! Not very helpful!!"
Jun 20, 2012 - Jason S., Sevierville, TN
"Room fine but building needs updating/maintainenance
The overall property (building) seemed a little run down - chairs and rugs in the entrances needed replacing and the landscaping needed some attention. Someone left something in the pool one day which rendered it unusable for 2 days. The unit was clean but does not come with any kitchen soap, only 2 trash bags (for a six night stay), no paper towels. There were adequate kitchen cooking utensils and pans. Unfortunately the freezer only made about 2 trays of ice so we were constantly running out for bags of ice. There is only 3 places to sit in the living room since the murphy bed takes up most of one wall and you cannot put anything in front of it - unless you want to sit in the dining room table chairs. Overall it was satisfactory but it so small it is only comfortable for 4 guests. I think the management company could do several upgrades in the lobby and grounds area that would make the condos more attractive from the entrance."
Jun 04, 2012 - , wetumpka, alabama
"Pelican Isle- Awesome Stay!
Had an awesome stay at Pelican Isle in May. The 1 bedroom condo was clean, cool, and very comfortable! We will definitely be coming back soon!"
May 23, 2012 - , Arlington, Texas
"Great access to the beach
This unit is nicely furnished and the location and access to the beach was wonderful. The beach service was added bonus. However the elevator was broken part of the time we were there and the property had a wierd smell. The unit was clean and updated but I had a hard time getting past the musty, fishy smell. "
Apr 09, 2012 - , Avon, IN
"Very ordinary staff
Staff behaviour was cold."
Aug 31, 2011 - Prakash R., Cumming, GA
"AWESOME !!!!! AWESOME !!!!!! AWESOME !!!!!!
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Aug 30, 2011 - Brad C., Cave City, AR
"SMALL THINGS
I understand that tenants usually provide a bulk of the disposables, however, no salt/pepper, no coffee filters, no paper towels. the only thing in the unit was toilet paper. So what happens to the left overs that are left behind? Just curious. never had
that problem before in a condo rental."
Aug 24, 2011 - Kim W., North Little Rock, AR
"Ms. Guest
Nice location, great view. I will visit again. The condo was clean."
Aug 19, 2011 - , Metcalfe, Ms
"Loved our 1st Trip to NorthWest Florida
Would definately recommend FWB area and Pelican Isle for a family environment. Good soundproofing in the condos, only outside noise was from the common outside entry walkways/elevator area. Great views of the beach & easy walk over access from Pelican
Isle Condos, average pool if you are interested in that. Fully furnished kitchen was nice-free wi-fi, dvd player in all tv's (#4 total), and Washer/Dryer a plus! We WILL COME AGAIN!"
Aug 13, 2011 - , Beaumont, TX
"Weather Bad Accomadations Great
With 15 to 20 trips to the panhandle first time the weather was an issue. other than that, once again another pleasent vacation. Room and staff were great. Pelican Isle 311 outstanding condo. "
Aug 08, 2011 - Joe E., Memphis, TN
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Aug 01, 2011 - Sherry S., Jenks, OK
"Fantastic
We enjoyed our stay tremendously. We are defintely going to come back and stay again."
Jul 26, 2011 - Adriane B., Deer Park, TX
"PELICAN ISLE
Condo was great, beach was wonderful. Murphy bed mattress really needs to be replaced, other than than would like to rent that unit again. "
Jul 21, 2011 - DIANE M., Tulsa, OK
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the only reason why the manager got a 4 was because the hours are a little inconvenient. Check-in process in very time limited. Since we never saw anyone in charge of monitoring at night, people were always in the pool way past the closing time, creating a lot of noise when we just wanted to sit on the balcony to relax and hear the waves. Otherwise our condo was perfect for our needs. The owners thought of all the extras we might need."
Jul 04, 2011 - , Lexington, KY
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Jun 08, 2011 - Glenda P., Duson, LA
"Best Unit Yet
We loved this unit. Everything was beautiful and in working order. It makes a difference when the owner takes the time to dot all the I's and cross all the T's. All the extra's (tv's in the bunks, murphy bed etc.) makes this unit stand out. We will definitely be coming back and will definitely be requesting this unit.
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Jun 07, 2011 - William C., Douglasville, GA
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May 17, 2011 - Lori M., Rockvale, TN
"Nice stay :-)
Didn't know what to expect since we've never really done FL before (other than Disney). We liked the kitchen upgrades in the condo and everything had a nice well-taken-of feel. The condo was not oversold, but we did think there would be alittle more space since it accomodates 6 and we had 5. Two bedrms. might have been better for our group. Once we stayed organized, it was fine though. Our only complaint was our reception at the front desk. We were excited to be there and were looking for some gen'l info. only to receive one word answers to most questions from the front desk. Not a nice original feeling and two diff. people from our party walked away saying the same thing at diff. times. Maybe we're too spoiled w/ Mexico and their extreme hospitality though. Thanks for an overall nice getaway! The attendants on the beach and chairs were great and much enjoyed! "
May 02, 2011 - , New Lenox, IL
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Apr 01, 2011 - Alan T., Columbia, TN
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Mar 31, 2011 - Tim R., Newark, OH
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Dec 05, 2010 - Ricky P., Washington DC, WA
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Jul 28, 2010 - Heather O., Newnan, GA
"Great Spot Away from the traffic
Pelican Isle is an ideal location... close to where you need to be, but just enough off the beaten path for a quiet getaway. Already planning a return visit"
Jun 30, 2010 - John O., Prattville, AL
"It was a great place!!
This was our first time at okalossa island! Pelican isles was great!! Our condo was ina great location and it was very nice!! The staff was alwways very nice and helpful!! The beach staff was very helpful as well!! I would def stay here again!! The other great thing is the beach was not very crowd and it was very clean!! "
Jun 15, 2010 - Adriene B., Stonewall, La
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I did not like having to give a $300 damage deposit, I feel like that should have been done when I made the reservations. The only credit card I had was my debit card, therefore that's why, I do not like leaving a copy of my debit card around. The beach service each day was really nice, wished the pool was larger or there were two pools, but we enjoyed our stay. Forget to ask about checking out before the receptionist arrived and had to call the emergency number the night before, they were very quick in responding to my phone call."
Jun 12, 2010 - , Keatchie, LA
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