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Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!!

Waterfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101573 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Trap - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!!

HERON 506 offers wonderful views of the bay and lazy river! This luxurious condo has 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, with almost 1600 sq. ft. living and over 400 sq. ft. of patio space. The spacious living room has plenty of seating and all the comforts of home including a sleeper sofa and a large flat screen TV. A sliding glass door lets lots of sunlight in and opens to the balcony where you can relax enjoying all the sounds of summer while watching the palms sway in the breeze.

This modern kitchen features all stainless steel appliances and offers everything needed to make a delicious home cooked meal, including Keurig and regular drip coffee pots, blender, toaster oven, crock pot, etc. The lovely granite counter tops and bar provide lots of space to prepare dinner, and serve. The large dining table seats 6 and is the perfect space to enjoy playing board games with the family, as well as dining.

The elegant Master Bedroom has a King platform bed, triple dresser and large flat screen TV. This bedroom offers a private bathroom with a Jacuzzi jetted tub, separate shower and two sink vanity. It also features a sliding glass door that provides guests in this room their own access to the balcony overlooking the tropical scenery.

The second beautiful bedroom gives one a sense of serenity with its aquatic hues and holds a King Bed, along with a double dresser and a flat screen TV, while the third bedroom with its whimsical flair offers a bunk bed with full on bottom, twin on top, a twin trundle and a chest of drawers with yet another flat screen TV. All bed covers are new and top of the line.

Free High Speed Internet with Wifi for your laptops, ipod, ipads, etc.

This is a sophisticated Condo with a nod to the French Quarter and it will quickly become your favorite seaside getaway!

About Destin West:
Marina with boat slips available for rent, no fishing license needed to fish from marina dock
700 foot lazy river, tubes provided
Private Heron pool, heated in the cooler months
Waterfall pool, heated in the winter months
2 Hot tubs on Bayside
Zero entry pool....great for parents with little ones
Beach side access just across the street, accessible by using the pedestrian bridge
Access to gulf side pools and hot tub
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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 sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Heron 506--Completely Updated 2021. Fort Walton Beach
1527
Heron 506--Completely Updated 2021. Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this condo?

This condo is situated in Okaloosa Island, just steps from Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound, and within a short walk of Fort Walton Beaches. You'll also find Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Harbor Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this condo?

No, there isn't parking at this condo.

Is there a spa at this condo?

Spa services at the condo include massages.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront condo include a kitchen as well as massages and a heated pool.

Does Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!! have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at this condo?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 10.2 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!!?

Yes, every condo unit at Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!! comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Heron 506-- 3 Bed/2 Bath Destin West Bayside Condo--sleeps 10!! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madeline J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and easy to get you. Quick walk to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This condo was very clean and had everything we needed. We will return
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taren B.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MYTASHA KING K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was an excellent condo! Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girl's Trip

Me and four of my girlfriends rented this condo for our annual girls trip. We were very pleased with the overall stay. The unit was clean, communication with the property manager was easy and the beds were comfortable. We did drive across the street for beach access instead of walking the sky bridge. I
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property, clean up to date

This property is well maintained and up to date. Very clean and ready for us when we arrived.Still think the 10am check out is really stupid!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great looking place from the outside and inside. Great views all around and the pool/lazy river was a hit for my family. Close to everything you would probably want to do. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heather W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Falsely Advertised

My family and friends recently stayed at Heron 506. I can tell you the description and photos on VRBO and Best Beach Getaways website are VERY MISLEADING. The only thing in the condo that is newish is some of the furniture. Many things did not work like the AC (cold air only came out of bunk room vents), pocket door to bunk room would not close, hot water heater went out for 48 hours, fan in family room didn't work (only light came on). Many things were filthy, floors blackened your feet in about 3 minutes, kitchen and bath cabinets all stained, jacuzzi tub stained and very old, moldy & mushy wall in master bath because shower doors not sealed so water sprays on wall, curtains all were either heavily stained or torn. When I pulled back the comforter on several beds, the sheets did not appear clean, I had to rewash sheets (gross). This place is a hot mess, literally. The fitness center is advertised as "state of the art", it might have been state of the art in 1970. I probably spent more time calling and texting maintenance than I did enjoying my vacation. No one is taking responsibility for the falsely advertised accommodations, Best Beach Getaways will not respond to multiple emails and on the rare occasion someone answers the 888 number, you will get a very rude man named Mike who is of no help. I have already filed a complaint with the FL Attorney General and the FL Better Business Bureau.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kelly D., Gadsden, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness

Be Warned!!

The air conditioning in the master bedroom was not working at time of arrival, no air was coming through the vents. I contacted maintenance and a repairman came out but determined that it could not be fixed. We were brought a floor fan and advised to leave the bedroom door open and put the fan in the doorway. We could not enjoy the view because we had to keep the curtains closed in attempt to keep the temperature down. The repairman stated the bedroom was at least 20 degrees warmer than the rest of the condo. The ceiling fan in the living area also did not work, the light would come on but not the fan. We were advised the ceiling fan would have to be replaced but with female family members in and out of the unit this was not acceptable. The experience was made worse because we were under a heat advisory. The hall toilet also leaked into the hallway, I reported it and no one replied. I have requested a partial refund via email and contacted BBG by phone and text message and no one has responded to my request. VRBO contacted Best Beach Getaways July 11th and left a message for someone to reach out to me but I still have not received any communication from them. Beware booking this condo because if there are issues as I experienced you are not dealing with an individual owner, it is a property management company and VRBO cannot help you. The property was not in fully functional condition, we were cheated and now we're being ignored. Do not recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice accommodations

This condo was roomy and very attractive. We are planning on staying there in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We stayed at this property previously in 2019 and decided to come back again in September 2023. The property has been updated and is beautiful! Everything was as advertised and the communication with the property manager was very easy anytime we had questions they were quick to respond. Only recommendation would be to add some additional silverware. There were very few and the spoons were all excessively large- like serving spoon size. Everything else was lovely. We love Destin West with all of the amenities and location with ability to walk to the boardwalk.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient comfortable place

The beds were very comfortable, as other reviews the floors could use a really good mop but I find that true in most beach rentals. Other than that no complaints on cleanliness. We loved the lazy river and easy access to the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation spot

Very nice. Lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Debbie B., Tomball/Houston Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice Condo but Noisy

This is a nice condo the area and the lazy river are great! The condo itself was nice but needs a good cleaning especially for the price you pay for cleaning! Floors were very dirty, master bath had mold or mildew in the shower. Pillows had stains on them which to me they need to be replaced! We brought our own as usual! The only other thing was that the walls are very thin and we could here all the noise at the pool along with the upstairs people who seemed like they were dragging and moving furniture across the floor all day and night! Other than that it was good 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location

Great rental , fit everyone comfortably and kids had an awesome time with all the pools
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

My whole family loved this condo. It was very clean and beautifully decorated! Would definitely say again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

The good and the bad.

Wish I could give better review. Let me start by saying the unit itself was nice & the family (7) had a great time. Plenty of room, comfy beds, pillows & towels. Overall unit decor was pleasant. Parking was good as we were always able to find somewhere close. Now for the bad...I spent the first 2 hours there cleaning which I am surprised seeing they are supposed to be following COVID cleaning protocols. The Kitchen cabinets were nasty with drips & spills with crumbs & debris on the inside. Dishes were put up wet, some still dirty that had to be scrubbed. There is not much room in the fridge as all of the door cubbies are missing but 1. ALL the switchplates & door pulls were gross in the entire unit. You could visibly see the ring of dirt on the surfaces around the pulls and caked dirt on the switchplates. Thank God for clorox wipes!! The linens in the king guest bedroom did not look or smell like they were fresh as there were stains on pillow cases and one was ripped. THE FLOOR 🤮...the entire floor needs a good deep scrubbing!!!. We could not walk around barefoot because our feet would get disgusting, leaving us having to wash them before getting into bed at night!! I tried contacting the number sent to me in the email & never got a response back. I have pictures of everything to show them if they ever decide to respond. There is black mold in the master bathroom growing in the grout and the ceiling where it looks like they have had a leak before. The patio sliding door is extremely difficult to open & close because of grit & grime that needs to be cleaned out of the truck. All of those are fairly easy fixes if they get a different cleaning crew. One thing that can't be helped is the long walk to the beach using the sky bridge, or the fact that the resort puts up 3 rows deep of umbrellas you have to rent for $40 a day leaving no room to setup up your own stuff. Great news though, there is a state park (John Beasley Park) just left of the resort that has a lot of parking & space for you to take your own setup and have a great day for free!! They have great amenities & one day they gave away fresh fruit juice popsicles as an added bonus. The AC never really cooled the placed down and that made for warm nights. The only thing that helped a little was making sure to keep the curtains pulled shut all day. The teens complained the front bunkroom was hot at night and also that guest bathroom was really small compared to the wasted masterbath space 🤷
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

This unit had everything we were wanting and more. First impressions was the unit was bigger than expected and very clean. The location was great with many things within walking distance. The unit had a wagon with beach chairs that were very convenient and useful. We did have difficulty connecting to the Wi-Fi but property manager was very responsive and helpful. Overall it was just what we were wanting and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week long getaway

Had a blast here! Three adults, five teenagers, and a seven year old and we were not on top of each other!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joey D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean

Unit was updated nicely!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

melissa h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break family trip.

This condo was awesome! Very clean and looked exactly like the pictures. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

Perfect size for big family. We love the lazy river and the beach is beautiful. 2nd year visiting and will be back again next year. Nice hidden gem!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adella B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time with family!

Our family of six stayed in this unit and we were not disappointed. The unit was clean and bright. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook light meals. The pool area was fun and the view was beautiful. Hurricane Ida hit while we were there, but the kids still played in the pools during the rain. We had friends who also stayed on the property and it was nice to all be in the same place but each still have our own condo to retreat to. Jennifer (the manager) was quick to respond to any of our questions or requests. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021