Brooks & Shorey Resorts won Best Property Management Company in the 2026 Finest on the Emerald Coast Community’s Choice Awards. Ron Shorey also won Best Real Estate Broker, and we were finalists for Best Vacation Rental Company and, through Brooks, Shorey & Associates, Best Real Estate Company.
Picking a vacation rental takes more than finding a nice Gulf view. Guests want accurate details, quick answers before they arrive, and a real person to call if something comes up. Condo owners want the same from the other side: a local property management team they can trust with their condo and the people who stay in it. So this year’s results mean a lot to us. Thank you to everyone who nominated us, cast a vote, or keeps choosing a local team.
Our 2026 Finest on the Emerald Coast Results
| Category | Result |
| Best Property Management Company | Winner: Brooks & Shorey Resorts |
| Best Real Estate Broker | Winner: Ron Shorey |
| Best Vacation Rental Company | Finalist: Brooks & Shorey Resorts |
| Best Real Estate Company | Finalist: Brooks, Shorey & Associates |
Source: the official 2026 winners and finalists list.
The Finest on the Emerald Coast Community’s Choice Awards are decided by public nominations and voting, and the winners section is published in the Northwest Florida Daily News. That’s what we like about it. The recognition comes from the people we work with and live alongside, not a panel we never meet.
What the Best Property Management Company Award Means for Okaloosa Island Condo Owners
Winning Best Property Management Company means the most to the owners who have trusted us with their condos.
Brooks & Shorey is locally owned and operated, and our vacation rental management is focused on Okaloosa Island. We aren’t spread across a dozen markets, which keeps us close to the properties and the guests we look after.
Our published management services include:
- Rental marketing and professional property photography
- Guest communication and reservation support
- Housekeeping and property inspections
- Maintenance coordination
- Financial reporting and online owner portal access
You’ll find the full details on our property management page.
Questions to Ask Any Property Manager
If you’re thinking about hiring a manager, go in with specific questions. How will you hear about maintenance issues, and who decides what gets fixed? How are reports delivered? What happens to get the unit ready between guests? And how involved do you want to be? The answers should be spelled out in the management agreement, so read it with those questions in mind.
Own a condo on Okaloosa Island? Contact our local team to talk it through, or see how our property management works.
Vacation Rentals on Okaloosa Island
Brooks & Shorey Resorts specializes in vacation rentals on Okaloosa Island, the stretch of beach just south of mainland Fort Walton Beach. Our Okaloosa Island vacation rentals suit couples’ getaways, family trips, and longer stays. You can compare them by bedroom count, location, view, and amenities. For a look at one complex, see the Surf Dweller Condominiums photo gallery.
Before You Book an Okaloosa Island Condo
We’re glad to be a Best Vacation Rental Company finalist, but whichever company you book with, the details of the individual unit matter more than any award.
A Gulf view tells you what you’ll see from the balcony, while beach access tells you how long it takes to reach the water. Our Gulf-front versus Gulf-view guide explains how these terms are used. Maximum occupancy only tells you how many people can sleep there, so also look at bed sizes, bathrooms, and how many people the dining area seats. Our condo complex directory is a good place to start comparing.
Some services and amenities change by season. Read through our guest amenities, frequently asked questions, and booking terms before you commit, so nothing surprises you at check-in. If one detail will make or break your trip, call or message us. A short conversation usually narrows things down fast.
Ready to compare? Browse Brooks & Shorey vacation rentals and see what’s open for your dates.
Our Real Estate Side
Ron Shorey’s win as Best Real Estate Broker, along with the finalist nod for Brooks, Shorey & Associates, reflects our long connection to local property ownership. Brooks, Shorey & Associates is a separate resource for people buying or selling in the area.
Guests, owners, buyers, and sellers all need different things, so we keep those services distinct but connected. That way you land with the right team for your next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
What awards did Brooks & Shorey receive in the 2026 Finest on the Emerald Coast Awards?
Brooks & Shorey Resorts won Best Property Management Company and was a finalist for Best Vacation Rental Company. Ron Shorey won Best Real Estate Broker, and Brooks, Shorey & Associates was a finalist for Best Real Estate Company.
How are the Finest on the Emerald Coast awards decided?
Finalists and winners are chosen through public nominations and voting. The official awards website has more details.
Where does Brooks & Shorey manage vacation rentals?
Our property management service focuses on Okaloosa Island, just south of mainland Fort Walton Beach, and our rentals serve travelers visiting the Fort Walton Beach area.
Can I book directly with Brooks & Shorey?
Yes. You can search available rentals on our website, or contact the local team and we’ll help you compare properties.
Thank You, Emerald Coast
To everyone who nominated us, voted for us, booked a stay, or handed us the keys to a property: thank you. We’ll keep doing the everyday work that got us here, which is answering questions, getting condos ready, looking after guests, and keeping owners informed.
Planning a beach trip? Find your Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island rental.
Thinking about management for your Okaloosa Island condo? Learn about Brooks & Shorey’s property management services.