We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the porch the most. Easy walk to the beach, restaurants right down the street, a nice pool area and great views!
Submitted on Apr 29, 2025
Lovely view of the beach from the balcony. This is our second stay at Gulf Winds East and the view from the front is much better from the other units. Enjoyed the sound of the waves in the evenings from the balcony.
Submitted on May 5, 2024
We had a wonderful week in Gulf Winds East #3 again. The condo is conveniently located right across the street from the beach with private access. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed, including a crockpot, which made for easy meal prep and more beach time. The beach decor throughout the condo is a little over the top but you can tell the owners love this home. The new couches and recliner are beautiful but the recliner is in the wrong spot to watch the TV. The dresser drawers are also getting hard to open. The new shades are a great improvement and when one came off its roller, Harmony maintenance was there to fix it immediately. We appreciated the late checkout, too!
Submitted on Apr 7, 2024
This was our second time stay in this complex. This time we were ocean front loved the views. Just enjoyed relaxing on the porch. The property was clean and very well maintained.
Submitted on Mar 10, 2024
Awesome location, just a few steps to the sand. Beautiful view from the balcony. Everything was clean and spotless when we arrived. Everyone at the office was so friendly and helpful. We had a blast and we will definitely be staying at this unit again!!
Submitted on Jul 18, 2023
A very comfortable apartment and very clean.
Submitted on Jul 9, 2023
We had a great stay at Gulf Winds. They supplied us with everything we needed for the trip. The management was very nice and informative. The condo was very clean and spacious. We will definitely be booking again here.
Submitted on Jun 2, 2023
Clean, great location, property management is great to work with. We are very satisfied. Highly recommend. They do need to replace mattress in front bedroom but I would absolutely rent again!
Submitted on May 19, 2023
We had a great experience with this rental. A super location for access to the beach and fantastic heated pool after dipping in on the beach when the temps were cool for December. Since we stayed about a week, maybe having a few more laundry and dishwasher packets would have been helpful. The amount of dishes to choose from for cooking were great, but maybe could benefit from some staples in the house like cooking spray, foil and seasonings. The beds were comfortable and the sheets were nice and clean. We did need to do laundry so it was nice to have the washer and dryer. Sitting on each porch with the provided furniture was great too. Would definitely recommend and would come again.
Submitted on Jan 9, 2023
Love this unit!! The only issues with unit 3 are the blinds for the sliding glass doors. We had to hang sheets up in the bedrooms because the blinds were broken and missing panels. But this is a minor complaint. Maybe get curtains for this unit. Because we love staying in this unit ever year!! :-)
Submitted on Sep 24, 2022
We enjoyed everything. They thought of everything in the kitchen. I would of like filters for the coffee and a better sleeper sofa. The place is perfect and close to the beach.
Submitted on May 18, 2022
We enjoyed the view, easy access to the beach, pool, spaciousness, decor, comfortable beds and couches, convenience to restaurants and stores, and the helpfulness of the management.
Submitted on Sep 21, 2021
We frequently vacation in Destin although this is my first time staying at gulf winds East number three. I absolutely loved the property! The owners made sure to have everything you could possibly need inside of the home (beach chairs, boogie boards, gas grill, even a box fan.. ect..) The location was great and it had a nice view. It felt like home :-) I will definitely be staying there again!
Submitted on Jul 13, 2020
Somewhat stressful due to limited activities. The people that actually live at Gulf Winds were very rude to us because of us being there during Coronavirus. We self quarantined and followed the rules! My grandkids did great. The condo was nice only complaint I have is that the living room furniture needs replaced..very uncomfortable. Suggestion also is two of the chairs on oceanview were nice..the taller ones. Others two low to the ground.
Overall the weather was what made the vacation!!!
Submitted on Mar 29, 2020
THIS IS ACTUALLY A GREAT PLACE TO STAY. THEY HAVE MANY UNITS AND THEY ARE VERY CLEAN AND A GREAT LOCATION. THE ONLY DOWNSIDE TO UNIT 3 IS THE KITCHEN AND LIVING ROOM IS UPSTAIRS SO WHEN YOU COME IN THE CONDO YOU ARE TRACKING SAND IN OR NEAR THE BEDROOM AREA WHICH IS DOWN STAIRS. OTHERWISE NO COMPLAINTS
Submitted on Aug 8, 2019
Our family was so impressed with the condo, view, and overall wonderful vacation! Gulf Wind East is a beautiful location! We ate nearly every meal at our condo and appreciated the gas grill provided, as well as everything we could ever want or need! We have already booked our condo for next year and look forward to another holiday in paradise! Ange and her staff are so professional and yet so personable! Each time I phoned I felt like I was talking to friends! I
will absolutely recommend Harmony Beach and Gulf Winds East to all my friends! We plan to make this an annual event!!
Submitted on Jun 13, 2019
We stayed at the Gulf Winds East #3 for 5 nights.
The unit could accomendate 8 although it was only the two of us. Very roomy and clean, with lots of natural light from the 2 upstairs balconys and lower level porchs. Although we were on the north side of the street we still had a great view of the beach. One of our favorite things was just to sit on the front balcony and watch all the people go by.
Joggers,dog walkers,bikers, scateboarders cars and trucks, all the crazy rental scooters minibikes and three wheelers and more going down the pathway on the streetside, lots of energy. The private beach is
way superior to some of the other public areas.The ocean was different every day,big waves, calm waves,
and no waves. The calm days were perfect for Kayak
cruising in the clear water. Our Grand kids were staying just down the street at another Harmony unit.
They loved the bunk beds at our place, called it the playroom as they climbed in the bunks each with its own flat screen for watching cartoons. We had a nice view of the awesome pool out the backside of the unit. Will be back next year.
Submitted on Jul 29, 2018
My experience with Harmony Beach Vacations was excellent !! I particularly liked the communication provided between the reps of HB and myself. This started before my arrival and continued throughout my stay. I especially want to thank Lori, Angela, and Jason. (hope I haven't forgotten anyone I spoke with directly) Lori and Angela always answered questions I had immediately. Angela came to our condo and made sure our entry code was fixed. I met Jason when he came to our condo. He was there to actually reset the code. EVERYONE was so friendly and knowledgeable. I have been traveling to Destin for a least 25 yrs. and I have stayed at Gulf Winds East probably 20 of those 25. This stay by far was the best.....don't get me wrong. I continue to stay at GWE because I have always found it to be the best place in all of Destin. But HBV made it even better....and I didn't know it COULD get any better!! My sincere thanks to all the representatives I came in contact with in planning my vacation up to my actual stay. I would (and have) recommend HBV and GWE to anyone!!! Thanks again !!!
Submitted on Sep 16, 2017
We had everything we needed at our fingertips.
Submitted on Sep 9, 2017
The condo was very nice! Plenty of room for all of my family. Would gladly stay at these condos again!
Submitted on Aug 2, 2017
Very nice we loved staying at Gulf Winds.
Submitted on Jun 19, 2017
We had a great time at the Gulf Winds East Townhome! We booked via Harmony Beach Vacations. My family's initial reservation was at a different property and we experienced a few inconveniences the night of our arrival. We notified the management office and they relocated us to the Gulf Winds East property the next morning. We were very pleased and so thankful for their prompt response and professionalism. The townhome was beautiful and provided everything we needed - upgraded kitchen and master bathroom, spacious and accommodating living area and balconies galore. We had a nice view of the ocean too. We will definitely continue booking via Harmony Beach Vacations and stay at this property again!
Submitted on Jun 10, 2017
Lovely restful long weekend
Submitted on Sep 28, 2016
We had a great stay, which started with a welcome bottle of wine upon our arrival. We had 5 adults and 2 children and the accommodations were appropriate for that many. It was a very comfortable condo, close to the ocean, quiet and family oriented.
Submitted on Jun 26, 2016
Your on site manager, Rita has stolen us away from next door, Gulf view, where we stayed every year for more than 20 years. We can't imagine being treated any better and Gulf Winds East #3 exceeded our expectations. Rita did such a great job we've already booked through her for next year.
Submitted on May 25, 2016
The 4 of us had a great time. We took turns cooking, worked on hobbies, and enjoyed the beach! Loved everything but had one complaint...The code to get to the beach access never worked every time we went out we took another route (next door). We called the office and she got in, and we watched others get get in from our balcony. It became comical after awhile.
Submitted on Sep 25, 2015
Fun and relaxing
Submitted on Aug 10, 2015
Nice and updated . Family had a blast.
Submitted on Jun 16, 2015
I've been coming to this area for over 30 years and this condo group never fails to impress. Just a short walk across the road to the beach and walking distance to 4 outstanding beach view restaurants.Most units have been remodeled and ours was no exception. The pool is always clean and a refreshing break from the sand and gulf. First class shopping is just minutes away as well as great entertainment to be had at the Harbor docks area. It all adds up to the perfect beach vacation.
Submitted on Jun 10, 2015
Great location , friendly staff,Great views of the ocean. I couldn't be more happy with my stay.
Submitted on Apr 11, 2015
It was very clean. The front office (2) desk clerks were very courteous and helpful with the instructions of how to get to the location of the property and explained the rules..very helpful
Submitted on Aug 20, 2014
Wonderful time and lodging. I would recommend this place to anyone. The office staff "Sharon" was amazing when we lost our keys and needed help.
Submitted on Aug 11, 2014
Had a great time. Will come back and would not mind this property again. However, inconvenient to have to walk around to back to rinse off sand and then walk back around front to get in, but was glad there was an outside shower. Same with when we went somewhere - Had to remember to drop someone out front to unlock the back door. Enjoyed the space.
Submitted on Jun 12, 2014