Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505

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A hotel with multiple balconies, a central swimming pool, and palm trees.
A beach with rows of sun loungers and a pier in the background.
A hallway with a large framed picture, a blue armchair, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings with balconies.
A balcony with a red sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table. A building with multiple balconies and a pool is visible in the background.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Okaloosa Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located by the sea, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Azul Mexican Fusion and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • John Beasley Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fish House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505 located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Choctawhatchee Bay are just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definitely return. Awe was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Bay Views~Walk2Beach-Lazy 🌴River-3BR Osprey 505 on Oct 13, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re glad you had an amazing stay at Destin West Bayside Osprey 505 and look forward to welcoming you back! RealJoy Destin
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great. Little bit of a walk to the ocean, but not terrible. Could do the ocean morning and during the day, then pool and lazy river in the evening and down to the bay at night to catch crabs with the kiddos. Everything we needed was there could’ve been just a little bit cleaner and a couple things but overall it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2026
Thank you for your review! We're glad Destin West Bayside Osprey 505's location worked well for your family and that you enjoyed the pool, lazy river, and evenings on the bay. We appreciate the feedback about cleanliness and the minor items — we've shared it with our housekeeping and maintenance teams to improve. We hope to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family friendly resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you found the resort great and family friendly. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was perfect. The location is convenient and very family friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad the condo was perfect and that the location worked well for your family. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and condo

Had a great stay! Location is great! Condo was clean and stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
Shelley, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear you had a great stay and enjoyed the convenient location and well-kept condo. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We had a great time! Weather was perfect. Can’t wait to com back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2023
Hi! We are very happy to know that you enjoyed a great time during your stay in this three-bedroom, two-bath condo, especially because of the perfect weather. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Thank you for everything. We will be back!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 19, 2025
Lauren, thank you for your review! We're glad you had a great experience and look forward to welcoming you back! Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place itself was very nice, but the room—specifically its furniture—was very damaged and quite old. We are a family of five, and we couldn't sit together to watch TV because there was only one sofa—which was also extremely uncomfortable. We simply didn't have enough seating space for everyone to watch together; there were two small armchairs, but they were incredibly uncomfortable for watching television. Aside from that, everything else was excellent. I recommend replacing the furniture
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo and property

We enjoyed our stay at Osprey 505. It seemed to have everything we needed. I think the furnishings/decor could use a little updating, but overall it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our room was beautiful and comfortably accommodated our family of six. Our girls stayed in the guest bedroom, our boys slept in the twin beds, and my husband and I enjoyed the spacious master bedroom. The layout worked perfectly for our family.The balcony overlooked the lazy river and hot tubs, offering a beautiful view that we enjoyed every day. The only minor downside was that it could have benefited from an afternoon skimming, as insects and seeds from the nearby trees tended to collect in the water.The walk to the beach was a little longer than we expected—about 10 to 15 minutes—but it was an easy, pleasant walk as long as you planned to stay for a while instead of making multiple trips back and forth.One disappointment was that our unit did not include access to the onsite gym. As someone who enjoys working out, I missed having that option. Thankfully, we still got plenty of exercise from all the walking, and we did bodyweight workouts on the balcony while enjoying the beautiful view.One of the best parts of staying at Destin West Beach and Bay Resort was the location. There were so many things within walking distance, including restaurants, souvenir shops, the fishing pier, and an adventure area with an arcade, mini golf, and go-karts. We also booked a Crab Island excursion with the tour company located right next door, which was incredibly convenient and one of the highlights of our trip.Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely consider returning
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad the layout at Destin West Bayside Osprey 505 worked so well for your family and that you enjoyed the balcony view of the lazy river and hot tubs. Sorry about the debris in the water — I’ll share that with the resort team so they can check the skimming schedule. I also apologize that the onsite gym wasn’t available for your unit and will pass your feedback along to management for review. It’s great to hear the nearby restaurants, pier, and Crab Island excursion were highlights. We’d love to host you again! RealJoy Vacations
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OSPREY 505

Nice condo at a great resort. Comfy beds and everything you need. All rooms have ceiling fans, which was a plus for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 24, 2024
Alison, We are delighted to hear that you had everything you needed and were comfortable. We hope you will visit us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

Great unit, with enough space to give everyone enough space and great comfort while spending time together
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Upkeep

Ice enough place but could use some paint and updates. Everything worked fine property was very nice
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2025
Mark, thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that you found the property nice and everything worked well during your stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding updates and will certainly take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and beautiful!!

Our unit was roomy, clean, and had beautiful views! The staff works to keep the resort clean. The only complaint was the neighbors playing loud music and smoking so we’d smell it. It wasn’t crowded in May, but if it were, it may have been more tight quarters on elevators, pools, etc. But it was roomy in May!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2024
Dawn, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed the spacious unit and the beautiful views. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the noisy neighbors and the smoke. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June Vacation Osprey 505

This is a very nice condo in a great resort. There was a lot of space to accommodate 6 adults and 2 kids. It wasn’t too crowded in any of the pools. and the time we had to wait more than a couple of minutes for an elevator was on Saturday morning when a lot of others were checking out as well. That wasn’t even too long of a wait considering one of the elevators wasn’t working.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 15, 2024
Kayla, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that the condo provided ample space for your group and that the amenities, such as the pools, met your expectations. While the elevator wait during peak checkout time was understandable, we're glad it didn't significantly impact your stay. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First let's start with the pros: Easy walk to the beach. Couple elevator rides and a walk across the skybridge and you are there! We loved the lazy river at the resort. Bonus, you can see the lazy river from the balcony, so I could watch my kiddos. Getting to downtown Destin was a quick drive across the bridge. Far enough away to enjoy less traffic and people but close enough we could get to everything in about 10-15 minutes. Now the cons: This place is in need of some love and updates. They are still using VHS for technology. I'm not to old (almost 50) but lord I haven't seen VHS since high school. There was also a bubble TV in one room and the other TV's were super small. The living room has a loveseat (not couch) it only fits two people and the other two chairs are so small and uncomfortable. If you want to watch TV as a family, you are most likely sitting at the kitchen table. The beds were comfortable enough, but thank god we brought our own pillows because I think the pillows that are on the bed are from when the place was built. I feel like if the owners put some money, time, and attention in this place it could have been a lot better. The trash can was broken also and DEFINETLY bring your own supplies. They provide you with some necessities, but it was very limited. For example, one roll of paper towels, one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 trash bags and NO cleaning supplies or soap, which I found rare for a VRBO.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review of Destin West Bayside Osprey 505! Glad you enjoyed your stay — we hope to host you again. RealJoy Destin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2025
Candice, thank you for your 5-star rating! We appreciate you choosing RealJoy and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2024
Adam, Thank you for the 5-star review. We hope you enjoyed your time on our beautiful beaches and will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
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