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Destin West Heron 509 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101573 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
    ‪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)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

With a stay at this condo in Fort Walton Beach (Okaloosa Island), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. .This beach condo is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Destin Beaches and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Destin West Heron 509 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River

Coastal Vibe Vacations proudly presents Heron 509 at Destin West Beach & Bay Resort on Okaloosa Island. This stunning 5th floor bayside condo offers water views from every bedroom, a double-king layout with flex capacity for up to 10, and dining for 8 inside — with sweeping sightlines over Choctawhatchee Bay, the lazy river, and the pool areas, just minutes from Destin on the Emerald Coast.
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DW HERON 509 AT-A-GLANCE:
~ 3 bedroom & 2 baths
~ Sleeps 10
~ King in the Master BR
~ King in 2nd BR
~ Full-over-Twin Bunk w/twin trundle 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 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a water park, a hot tub, and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,573 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

588379

Destin West Heron 509 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This unit is spacious and beautifully decorated. The main bedroom mattress was adjustable and that was a pleasant surprise. To be able to put your feet up and relax was awesome. The view was great. The walk to the beach was easy even toting a wagon which was provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away from Home

We had 4 adults & 5 children 12,9,7,8,4 and there was plenty of space for all of us! View was great we could look out our balcony & see everything! Communication with "owners" was great! Only down side I have, we all had was that the beds were not good at all. They were all the foam type mattresses and way too soft for any of our liking. Pillows were awful as well. Couches were not comfortable at all either. However, even with that all said our overall experience was fantastic! You take the good with the bad! I highly recommend spending the July 4th holiday at the beach, the fireworks were amazing!! As for dinners go early, we didn't have to wait long at all even with 9 of us! Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Amazing place to stay with awesome amenities. Clean and just as listed. Perfect for our crowd.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

COREY&KAREN C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Getaway for me and Hubby

Very nice and comfortable condo. The master bed is a little high to get into if you are a shorter person or have any physical challenges (like my recently broken wrist), but on the plus side, has adjustable bases.We've stayed at this resort in the bay side a few times and like the water features on this side.Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation

Property was clean and laid back. We enjoyed the lazy river, and fishing from the dock in the marina. Walk to the beach on the sky bridge wasn’t bad. Definitely recommend renting chairs/umbrella for the beach to be set up for you each morning. Short walk to the pier on the beach. Overall great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family

My Family absolutely loved this condo! It was beautiful and in a great location. It was convenient to get to places. It was very spacious and everyone was comfortable. We made some good family memories here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach getaway

We had a great week in this unit. Plenty of space for mom, dad, kids and grandparents. Very well stocked unit. Just bring your clothes and your swimsuit and you’re all set! Many dining options within close proximity. Beach was a short walk across the pedestrian bridge. It was chilly at times, but the pools were great (lazy river is not heated). We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wish I could have stayed longer!

Overall, everything was great! Condo and complex were very clean and well maintained. Worst complaint I have is that the kids can't throw a ball or any object in the pool or on the pool deck and the Destin West managers make sure of that. Let kids be kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

Family Vacay

We enjoyed our stay in this unit. It is very nice and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the balcony overlooking the lazy river.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

✔️

Great stay, everything was well stocked and conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great condo

Beautiful location and condo.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023