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

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Located close to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, Destin West Heron 409 ~ Bay Views ~ Overlooking the Lazy River! provides a water park, laundry facilities and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91573 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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
  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

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 Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. 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 ecotours and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A pier with multiple concrete pillars extending into the turquoise ocean.
    Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A sign for Wild Willy's Adventure Zone with a dinosaur head and a sign for Salvatore's Pizza Factory.
    Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • An underwater scene with a dolphin swimming near a coral reef.
    Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a long pier extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.
    Okaloosa Island Pier
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A modern building with a brick-paved entrance, steps leading up to the entrance, and three flags on flagpoles.
    Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • FUBAR Pizza Bar
    3 min drive
  • Aj's Oyster Shanty
    20 min walk
  • Fish House
    6 min walk
  • Al's Beach Club
    10 min walk
  • Sura Korean Steakhouse
    4 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.

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

On-site 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!?

Checkout 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, Okaloosa Island Beach and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Fort Walton Beaches and John Beasley Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 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

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Stunning
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

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