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HomeFloridaManor at Blue Water Bay, the

Manor at Blue Water Bay, the

1500 North White Point Road, Niceville, FL 325788508975592WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.7on Google(37 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
120
certified

How Manor at Blue Water Bay, the Compares in Florida

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Florida. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
FL average
3.3/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
FL average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
FL average
3.3/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.97 hrs/day
FL average
3.82 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.55 hrs/day
FL average
0.73 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
48.4%
FL average
41.4%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Florida average of 3.3/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Florida average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.55 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.73.
Staff turnover is 48.4%, higher than the Florida average of 41.4%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 15, 2025
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Apr 23, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 1 more deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,658/mo
Florida median
Private Room
$10,646/mo
Florida median
Okaloosa County 65+
34,564
16.3% of county
County Population
212,021
Okaloosa County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Manor at Blue Water Bay, the is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Niceville, Florida with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1993. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
106.4
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 2, 1993
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Okaloosa
Last Inspection
Apr 23, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
3.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (1)

F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Apr 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.36 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.05 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.55 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.97 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.69 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
48.4%
RN Turnover
42.9%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
GALLAGHER, DUANE5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual100%Jan 1, 2015
BALTZ, MATTHEWW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 31, 2014
GALLAGHER, DUANECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
GALLAGHER, DUANECORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Manor at Blue Water Bay, the and nearby alternatives.

All Florida facilities
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the
Niceville, FLCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center
Destin, FL7.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Grand Boulevard Health and Rehabilitation Center
Miramar Beach, FL9.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Emerald Coast Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL12.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $17,114
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL13.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Fort Walton Beach, FL13.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Silvercrest Health and Rehabilitation Center
Crestview, FL19.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the
Niceville, FL · Current facility
—5/55/54/5None recorded
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center
Destin, FL
7.1 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Grand Boulevard Health and Rehabilitation Center
Miramar Beach, FL
9.5 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Emerald Coast Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
12.4 mi4/54/53/5$17,114
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
13.1 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Fort Walton Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Fort Walton Beach, FL
13.4 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
Silvercrest Health and Rehabilitation Center
Crestview, FL
19.3 mi5/54/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Manor at Blue Water Bay, the?▾
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Manor at Blue Water Bay, the cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Florida is $9,658/month for a semi-private room and $10,646/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Manor at Blue Water Bay, the participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Manor at Blue Water Bay, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 23, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Manor at Blue Water Bay, the?▾
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the provides 3.97 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours, 1.05 LPN hours, and 2.36 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 48.4%.
How many beds does Manor at Blue Water Bay, the have?▾
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the has 120 certified beds with an average of 106.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 89% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Manor at Blue Water Bay, the?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Florida. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Manor at Blue Water Bay, the?▾
On Google Maps, Manor at Blue Water Bay, the has a rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 37 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.