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Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River

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Property grounds
Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fort Walton Beaches
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

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, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Bedroom (King)

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Full-over-Twin Bunk w/twin trundle 3rd BR

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Suite (King)

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · 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 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River

Coastal Vibe Vacations proudly presents Heron 609 at Destin West Beach & Bay Resort on Okaloosa Island. This stunning 6th floor bayside condo delivers 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 a short walk to the Emerald Coast beach and minutes from Destin.

DW HERON 609 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.

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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

Property # 3096741vb
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. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. 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.
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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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Floyd's Shrimp House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ 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 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River on 29 August 2026 start from NZ$664, 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 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beaches. Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and all the amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

Fantastic Stay

Loved our stay! Comfy beds, plenty of space, well stocked kitchen and large patio to enjoy evenings and take in the fireworks from the pier. We will come back again and again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greatly enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved every moment of our stay and the host is very responsive with any requests or concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you at Coastal Vibe Vacations! Thank you for the kind review — we’re glad you loved every moment and that our team was responsive to your requests. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was clean and has everything we needed to cook and to enjoy the pool and beach. The lake view was peaceful and provided a great view in the morning while eating breakfast on the patio. The kids enjoyed the lazy river and pools. The walk to the beach wasn’t too far from the unit. My family of 5 fit comfortably. We would love to stay in this unit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great stay and found everything you needed to cook, relax, and enjoy the beach and pool. It sounds like those peaceful lake views made for some perfect mornings on the patio, and we love hearing that the kids had such a great time with the lazy river and pools! We’re also glad the location and layout worked comfortably for your family. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would love to welcome you back again for another memorable vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michal w.

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

Perfect place for families

Our stay was incredible! Everything was super clean and close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
We are so appreciative of our awesome 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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

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

Excellent location

Beautiful views. Centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you at Coastal Vibe Vacations! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harmony R.

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

Weekend getaway

We loved our stay! Will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2023
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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

Great rate, perfect location

Our group has stayed at this property many times now and this unit is solid. While some of the features are a bit dated, it has plenty of space and is a short walk from the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2025
Thank you so much for your continued loyalty and for taking the time to share your feedback! We're so glad to hear the location and spacious layout continue to meet your group’s needs. We appreciate your honesty about some of the features, and we’re always looking for ways to improve the guest experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

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

Loved this property!

Stayed here with 9 people! The condo, the view and lazy river/pool were awesome! It was only a short walk to beach, boardwalk and pier!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
Thank you for choosing Coastal Vibe Vacations and for taking the time to leave a review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Annual trip to Destin

Great condo! Had an amazing stay and fantastic stay. Condo was beautiful and well equipped.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. Making lasting memories for our guests is what motivates us, and we're glad we accomplished that during your stay. We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to have you back with Coastal Vibe Vacations.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

5-Stars

Great Time, nice location, the condo was as advertised!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandy G.

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

Awesome condo.

The condominium was very nice. It works well for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2024
We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure having you at Coastal Vibe Vacations!
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikki S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Some of the furniture was definitely used and not comfortable, but everything that we needed was available. We had an issue with the AC when we first arrived and it was taken care of promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

Wonderful vacation!

Had a great stay! Condo was very clean and well equipped. Great location with water views from every window. Spacious balcony. Will be back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KASEY H.

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

Amazing Stay!

Family of six that stayed for our Spring Break. Great location, very nice pools, gulf view, but short (and easy) walk to the beach. The property was a lot larger than we thought which was great for everyone to have their own space. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
We really appreciate you staying with us this week and we hope you enjoyed your spring break! Thank you for the nice review and for sharing with us about your stay. We really hope you were able to make new memories and look forward to you visiting with us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

Beautiful condo and GREAT STAY!

Such a nice condo! Beautifully decorated and we LOVED the coffee bar! So clean and well stocked. Service from management was timely and positive. We will be back next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn S.

In Love

I would give this place 10 stars. We felt so at home and comfortable in the condo. Everything was clean and well stocked. I will definitely be checking for openings to stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

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

Relaxation and fun

Had the best vacation! The property was so beautiful and had everything we needed, we never even left! The unit had amazing views and was exactly as described. Would definitely go back! Comfortably for all 10 of us.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2024
We’re so happy you chose Coastal Vibe Vacations! It’s great to know you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to seeing you again soon for another wonderful visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Family Vacation

We had a great stay in Ft. Walton, West Destin condo’s. The condo was really nice with great views of the resort pools/lazy river. Huge outdoor patio. Great access to beach across street. My grand girls loved playing in the sand. Water is chilly in March but the weather temperature awesome. Highly recommend this for a family vacation!Wouldthisthis condo!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a great stay and that the condo, views, and outdoor patio all helped make your trip special. It’s awesome to hear your grand girls had fun in the sand—such sweet memories! Even with the cooler water, we're happy the beautiful weather made it a perfect getaway. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you and your family back anytime for another beachside vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

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

Heron west

Awesome amenities and beautiful emerald waters. Condo was large and location was amazing!!! We will be returns guests!! Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Thank you for choosing Coastal Vibe Vacations and for your lovely review. We're thrilled that you had a wonderful trip and enjoyed your stay with us. Your feedback is truly valued, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V.

5-Stars

Beautiful condo! Loved the water view from every window and the lazy river was so relaxing. Well stocked and very clean. We will be back for sure. Thanks for the great vacation!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L.

5-Stars

Had such a great time here at destin west! The room was very clean and spacious! We come here every year and we love it! It looks out onto the lazy river! It's beautiful during the day but at night time it even gets better with all the bright lights! Would definitely recommend staying in this lovely condo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Family Vacay

We enjoyed our family time in a beautiful area that never felt over crowded. Lots of pool and ocean time! A place that we felt at home in with all the amenities needed. Staff was very responsive with questions. We enjoyed donut shops with our toddlers along with many family friendly restaurants that served great food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2024
We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful family vacation with Coastal Vibe Vacations! It's fantastic you enjoyed plenty of pool and ocean time without feeling overcrowded. We're glad you felt at home with all the amenities provided, and our responsive staff were able to assist with any questions you had. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae Jean E.

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

Great condo!

The condo was perfect! Big patio, nice size bedrooms, kitchen was well stocked. Great location - easy to get to the lazy river/pool area and easy to cross the street via the bridge to go to the beach. Great communication with owners. Quick to answer!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 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!

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.

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.

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