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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
11 min walk
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
12 min walk
Okaloosa Island Pier
Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
12 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
18 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
2nd Bedroom (King)
1 King Bed
3rd Bedroom (Queen)
1 Queen Bed
Master Suite (King)
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
2nd Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Half bath
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River
Coastal Vibe Vacations proudly presents Heron 505 at Destin West Beach & Bay Resort on Okaloosa Island. This stunning 5th floor bayside condo offers sweeping views of Choctawhatchee Bay, the lazy river, and pool areas — with a rare all-bed sleeping layout featuring double kings plus a queen, 2.5 baths, and dining for 8, making it one of the most polished adult-friendly vacation rentals on the Emerald Coast, just minutes from Destin.
DW HERON 505 AT-A-GLANCE: ~ 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths ~ Sleeps 8 ~ King in the Master BR ~ King in 2nd BR ~ Queen in 3rd BR ~ Queen sleeper sofa ~ 1573 sq ft ~ Views of the Choctawhatchee Bay, lazy river, zero entry pool, and waterfall 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 8; 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
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.
Coastal Vibe Vacations has swiftly evolved, assembling a tight-knit team ready to provide insider advice and aid you in selecting the perfect condo. Your desires are our focal point, free from preconceived notions.
Our booking process is a breeze, and we're at your service via phone, text, or email. Our pledge transcends the ordinary - ensuring your satisfaction remains paramount.
You've journeyed this far - why wait any longer? A single click on “Property Inquiry” allows you to share your wishes with us. Ready to dive in headfirst? Click “Book Now” to start the adventure.
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton 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. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and ecotours nearby.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 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
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Sura Korean Steakhouse - 4 min drive
Old Bay Steamer - 19 min walk
FUBAR Pizza Bar - 3 min drive
Floyd's Shrimp House - 10 min walk
Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ 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 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?
As of 14 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River on 4 Aug, 2026 start from S$490, 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 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Destin West Heron 505 ~ 3BR/2.5BA ~ 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 labelled.
Great view of the bay and the location and amenities were perfect for 4 teenagers. They loved the lazy river and hot tubs and the boys fished off the bay pier.The condo was a great size for our group of 6 and was incredibly clean!
Jaime K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the condo was the perfect size for your group and that everyone enjoyed the amazing views, lazy river, hot tubs, and fishing off the bay pier.
It’s great to know the teens had so much fun and that the condo’s cleanliness and amenities added to your experience. We’d love to welcome you all back for another fantastic stay!
Very nice place to stay with great pools and beach access.
Stacy N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the nice accommodations, pools, and easy beach access. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patty W.
19 Dec, 2025
Amazing experience:)
I was on cloud nine when I walked into the condo as well as my sister! Just amazing 🤩 clean spacious and more! It was the best vacation I've been on in a while and would definitely book that room again next. Family oriented and so much activities to do, pool, sauna, lazy river and more ! Great family memories were made on our stay there! Thank you! Patty
Location is excellent when you want a little of everything but not have to fight the Destin traffic.
Doug H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2025
Thank you for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed the unit and the resort overall. It’s wonderful to hear the location was perfect for enjoying everything Destin has to offer without the hassle of traffic. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Thank you for the awesome 5-star review! So glad to hear you had a great family time floating on the lazy river. Here’s to many more relaxing moments like that—hope to see you again soon!
Everything was just great. Looking to book again for future trips. Sunrise was just beautiful from the balcony!
Maria D.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear everything was perfect for your stay. The sunrise views from the balcony truly are something special, and we're thrilled you got to enjoy them! We would love to have you back for your future trips—looking forward to welcoming you again soon!
The listing was accurate, the location was great, my only complaint was how bright the bedrooms were even with the curtains and/or shades drawn.
Chandra B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2025
Thank you for spending your vacation with Coastal Vibe Vacations! We are always looking to enhance comfort for future guests so feedback is always appreciated. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
The pools are great! Love the location of the pool bands in condo. Easy walk to beach. Close to many restaurants. We loved everything!
el l.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your fantastic review and for choosing Coastal Vibe Vacations! We hope you made some wonderful memories during your time with us. We hope to see you again in the future!
Overall we had a great stay. The half bath light did not work and I let them know it was fixed within the next few hours. The beach toys were great and wagon was amazing. Only downfall is not having any beach towels to use. Very homie would love to come back!
Angelina K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're glad you had a great stay and that the beach toys and wagon came in handy. We appreciate you reaching out about the light—we’re always happy to resolve things quickly. While we don’t provide beach towels (since they tend to wear out quickly), we do mention that in the documentation so guests can plan ahead. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Great location. Balcony overlooks pool area and you get a great view of the bay. Kids loved the lazy river. We enjoyed our week there.
Victoria B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review! Our favorite part of what we do is providing lasting memories for everyone who stays with us. We are thankful you had an awesome stay! Please consider Coastal Vibe Vacations for your next trip!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
10 Jul, 2023
Amazing condo
The condo was absolutely perfect! It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay and then some. Everything was very clean and looked exactly like the pictures. We will definitely be staying here again!
Incredible condo fully stocked and beautiful. Loved the view to the pools and beach. We can't wait to go back again. Thanks for the hospitality.
Alethia F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Traci c.
9 Aug, 2023
Wonderful Family Vacation
We had a great family vacation before the chaos of a new school year. The condo was beautifully furnished, well equipped with everything you would need and an easy walk to the beach, even with a toddler in tow!
We had such a great time at this place! It was located near so many great restaurants and activities to do. Plus the bridge across the highway to the beach was so nice to have. We even enjoyed the pool/lazy river quite a bit for being lazy after beach days! We’d love to come back.
Jennifer P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
Our guests mean the world to us, so we are so thankful you had a great stay! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Please consider staying with Coastal Vibe Vacations again for your next trip.
The ease of renting, arriving and leaving was the best I’ve ever experienced. The location was great, beautiful views, easy walk to beach. Location was convenient to everything. Nice restaurant right next door. A little hard to get out of the complex due to the traffic, almost need a traffic light. Loved our stay.
Julie A.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2024
Thank you for choosing Coastal Vibe Vacations! We're thrilled to hear that renting, arriving, and leaving were seamless experiences for you. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the beautiful views, convenient location, and easy walk to the beach. We hope to welcome you back soon!
We enjoyed the beautiful property and Lazy River and fairly easy access to the beach using the bridge to cross over. Owner was very nice and quick to respond to any questions.
Susan F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We appreciate you staying with us and we are so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay. Thank you for the nice review! We hope to have you come back and stay with Coastal Vibe Vacations again soon!
Our mission is to provide an awesome stay for each of our guests, so we are thankful you had a wonderful trip! We hope you made lasting memories and stay with Coastal Vibe Vacations again soon!
This was our 2nd times booking with Coastal Vibes and our 2nd time at Destin West. Love the property and have had very good luck booking with Coastal Vibes! Highly recommend!
Kari K.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We are so appreciative of our awesome guests, especially our repeat guests! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It means the world to us! We hope you choose Coastal Vibe Vacations for your next vacation!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
deb w.
20 Sept, 2023
Heron 505
Beautiful condo! Love this condo! Have been there several years. Love Destin West!
This was our first time staying on the bayside. The water was chilly but so nice. We enjoyed the unit . It was very spacious .
Kaylee C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2023
We are so glad you had a wonderful stay. Thank you for visiting with us and we appreciate the nice review! Our team works hard to provide a nice spot to relax and enjoy your vacation. Please come back and visit with Coastal Vibe Vacations again soon!
We had a great time, everything was as described in the listing, my only issue was with the actual resort staffing. The "quiet time" was far from quiet, we called multiple times and got no answer. I'm not one to complain but there was a full on party going in the lazy river well after midnight with loud music and lots of yelling. I'm glad they had fun but "quiet time" didnt exist for us.
Joseph k.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the property and that it met your expectations. We’re sorry the resort’s quiet hours were not enforced during your stay—it’s frustrating when noise impacts your experience. We appreciate your feedback and will share it with the resort management to help improve future guest experiences.
About the host
Hosted by Coastal Vibe Vacations
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.
Coastal Vibe Vacations has swiftly evolved, assembling a tight-knit team ready to provide insider advice and aid you in selecting the perfect condo. Your desires are our focal point, free from preconceived notions.
Our booking process is a breeze, and we're at your service via phone, text, or email. Our pledge transcends the ordinary - ensuring your satisfaction remains paramount.
You've journeyed this far - why wait any longer? A single click on “Property Inquiry” allows you to share your wishes with us. Ready to dive in headfirst? Click “Book Now” to start the adventure.
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