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Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River!

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Pool
Living area
Outdoor dining
Room
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91573 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

2nd Bedroom (King)

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Suite (King)

1 King Bed

Twin over Full bunk with trundle

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River!

Coastal Vibe Vacations proudly presents Heron 409 at Destin West Beach & Bay Resort on Okaloosa Island. This stunning 4th floor bayside condo offers a rare combination of water views from every bedroom, a double-king layout, and flex sleeping for up to 9 — with sweeping sightlines over Choctawhatchee Bay, the lazy river, and the pool areas, making it one of the most view-forward Okaloosa Island vacation rentals on the Florida Panhandle.

DW HERON 409 AT-A-GLANCE:
~ 3 bedroom & 2 baths
~ Sleeps 9
~ King in the Master BR
~ King in 2nd BR
~ Twin over Full bunk with trundle in 3rd BR
~ Queen sleeper sofa
~ 1573 sq ft
~ View of the Choctawhatchee Bay, lazy river, waterfall pool and zero entry pool
~ Beach cart or wagon provided with 2 beach chairs and an umbrella in condo for your use
~ Dining area inside includes table seating for 4; outdoor dining for 4
~ Fully stocked kitchen (including blender) & washer/dryer
~ Keurig & regular coffee maker
~ Pack n Play, Hairdryers, etc
~ WiFi Internet
~ On-site Maintenance
~ No-contact express check-in

RESORT DETAILS:
~ Ocean Front & Bay Front Resort
~ 700 Foot Lazy River
~ Bayside Waterfall Pool (Heated Seasonally)
~ Private Heron Pool (Heated Seasonally)
~ Zero Entry Pool
~ 5,000 Sq Ft Gulfside Pool
~ Gulfside Villa Pool (Heated Seasonally)
~ Gulfside Kiddie Pool
~ 3 Large Hot Tubs
~ Fitness Center
~ Charcoal Grills
~ Skybridge Connecting Both Sides of the Resort
~ Covered Parking
~ Handicap Accessible Boardwalk
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near a water park and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Gulf - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River!?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River! on Jul 11, 2026 start from $520, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River! 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 Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Fort Walton Beaches. John Beasley Park and Wayside Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Excellent Vacation Time

Coastal Vibes is the best. We had an amazing time at the room, in the pool and lazy river. We did call maintenance for a small problem but they took care of it immediately
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Planning to stay again.

It was a great stay. We liked it so much we booked for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes C.

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

Best Stay at Destin West Ever!

We've stayed at Destin West (different rooms) for probably 8 years now, and this room had the best everything we could have asked for.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Family vacation

Me and my brother and my teen kids had an absolute blast. It was the best vacation. The only thing I would change is to stay closer to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina R.

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

Nice spring break with kids

Property was well apointed. Location was perfect for teens to explore the lazy river and pools. Overall excellent value for the money. I really loved relaxing on the balcony while kids were playing in the lazy river.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NANCY G.

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

Perfect

Stunning
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great communication

Location and condo were great! We had a couple issues with the beds initially but the host had great communication and fixed the issues immediately!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Great place and location!

We loved this place! Everything was very clean and well taken care of. We had a baby with us and it was so helpful that they provided a pack and play and high chair. Kitchen had everything we needed when we stayed in and when we went out there was plenty of restaurants near by. We absolutely loved our view of the bay and the lazy river/pools. The kids loved the pool area so much. The beach is just a short walk across the sky bridge. We definitely would love to come back here again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Enjoyable Family Vacation

This was a last minute decision to book the trip. The dates & times worked out perfectly. We loved the location of the property, not in the hustle & bustle of Destin but plenty of stuff to do. Everyone loved the lazy river and pool. The beach access was easy to get too. We had an issue with the washing machine, and this was handled incredibly fast and within 2 hours a new washer was installed and working. Everything was top notch, and I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a beach destination.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great time and stay! A couple downfalls

For the most part, we had a great time and stay at Unit 409- I appreciated that they offered a pack and play and highchair for my infant. This listing was a bit deceiving to the photos - as the twin bed photo is not in this unit. This unit comes with a bunk bed room (not the twin beds) which did ruin our sleeping room plans upon arrival. The hosts don't provide beach towels, coffee filters, or extended stay toiletries (minimal Toilet paper, paper towel, garbage bags, no dishwasher or laundry detergent, body wash soaps, etc). Need to bring or purchase all of this for week stays. The main pools seem to be somewhat heated. But the Lazy river is not- it's pretty cold on a 60-70 degree day! There's also a ticking noise or pounding noise from what seems like the plumbing through the night that bothered a few sleepers.Other than those few details, it was pretty well cleaned- could use some new kitchen supplies and floors deep cleaned. Great beach toys, umbrella and wagon provided for the trek to the beachside. Very responsive host all week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jayesh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Coastal Vibe Vacations

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ABOUT COASTAL VIBE VACATIONS:

I'm David Jenn, your devoted host and owner of Coastal Vibe Vacations. Our team has 15+ years of expertise in Destin/Ft. Walton and we are dedicated to making your vacation dreams a reality.

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