Close to Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island, Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River provides a water park, laundry facilities and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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9.89.8 out of 10
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Pool
Spa pool
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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.
Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. 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 rock climbing and ecotours nearby. Visit our Fort Walton Beach travel guide
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
11 min walk
Sura Korean Steakhouse
4 min drive
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.
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 Okaloosa Island Beach. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Choctawhatchee Bay are just steps away.
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Reviews
Destin West Heron 609 ~ Beach Paradise ~ Overlooking the Lazy River Reviews
9.8
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9.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leah D.
6 Jun 2026
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.
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.
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa V.
4 Oct 2023
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!!
The condominium was very nice. It works well for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa V.
31 Jul 2024
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!
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.
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammie L.
27 Sept 2024
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!
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!
Our rooms were perfect! It was very spacious, clean, well equipped, and the decor was very pleasing. Our property was a corner room so we had a large wrap around balcony. There was plenty of room so that even when it was raining we could sit out there without getting wet. The view from our balcony was spectacular, looking over the pool and lazy river and the bay. Loved our time there!
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
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
LeAnn S.
5 Jan 2023
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.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa V.
10 Jul 2023
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!