Private Hot Tub & Grill / 4 Bed Rooms / 2417 SQFT

Outdoor spa tub
Interior
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4.8
Outstanding(101 Reviews)

Apartment in Okaloosa Island, FL

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this apartment rental

Destin West Escapes is proud to present Heron L01 at Destin West Beach & Bay Resort!

With more than a decade of experience on Okaloosa Island and six unique offerings DWE looks forward to being a small part of your family creating life long memories!

Heron L01 is the largest unit on the island when you combine the interior and same level balcony! We also manage Heron 601 directly above this unit!

(2416 Square FT heated / cooled & 1400 Square FT Balcony)!

WHAT MAKES HERON L01 UNIQUE?

* NEW 2022: Kitchen Counters and Cabinets (photos coming soon)

* NEW 2022: 4th bedroom with door (photos coming soon)

* DIRECT VIEWS: The bay is just feet away!

* PRIVACY: Most private corner stack in the Heron building!

* HUGE: Largest condo on the island, 2,400 square feet heated and cooled space and 1,400 square feet of outdoor Lanai all on the same level!

* FULLY UPGRADED: Granite everywhere, GE Profile, travertine, & custom cabinets!

* REDONE 2020! New Paint and living room (lighting, furniture, reclining sectional, & prints)

* LANAI UNIT: Access to bay, pools, and private garage from the balcony via stairs!

* NEW PRIVATE HOT TUB: 2023

* NEW GAS GRILL: Only same level private gas grill @ Heron NEW March 2021!

* THREE BATHROOMS: Only 10 rentals with 3 bathrooms @ Destin West!

* THREE KING BEDS: One in each of the oversized bedrooms!

* HERON BUILDING: Closest of the two upscale complexes to beach walkover!

* LIVING ROOM: 65" 4K smart TV W/Pandora, Sound Bar, & Netflix!

* 4TH BEDROOM AREA: King Size Bed, Twin Bunk overtop, and 50" Smart TV W/Netflix!

* PRIVATE GARAGE: Access to owner's beach cart, 4 chairs, and 2 umbrellas! ****

* TV'S: 5 Total flat screens 1 - 65" 4K & 4 - 50" TV's

* NO CARPET: 100% tile and/or hard surface!

* 12 IN BEDS: 4 King beds; 1 Full trundle; 1 Twin trundle; and 1 Twin Bunk

* END UNIT: We only share one wall with another unit!

* DEADBOLT LATCH: High so small children can't open the door and escape!

* FULL SIZE: Washer & Dryer in the laundry room

WHAT MAKES L01 SPECIAL?

Heron L01 is located just high enough for an amazing view of the bay. The huge lanai is perfect for morning coffee, meals, or an evening drink while viewing the beautiful bay. What makes this lanai more unique is that you can elect to be in the covered section if you don't want to be in the sun or in the open section using the private grill and hot tub all located on the same level unlike the other lanai or penthouse units at Destin West!

We understand our guest typically represent multiple families and provide King size beds in each bedroom (4 in all). Everyone has a flat screen TV, and the privacy of a bathroom located next to the bedroom or on suite. We also make sure we have four beach chairs, a beach cart, two umbrellas, Smart TV's, Gas grill on the balcony, private hot tub on the balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen.

The original owner had the unit completely upgraded and he used it as his full-time residence for several years. This means you as our guest get to enjoy upgrades that exceed all other units in the entire complex! Travertine, hardwood floors, 3 CM granite on all countertops, upgraded GE Profile appliances, and custom cabinets and lighting! Staying in this unit is like having a luxury beach house because of the size with the advantage of best in class amenities a short walk from the balcony!

Heron L01 is the largest lanai unit available in the Heron building. The advantage of the Lanai units is that you can walk directly from your balcony to the pools or private garage where we store our four beach chairs, two umbrellas, and a beach cart for your enjoyment. We have even set up a second den / bedroom to create two lounging areas for our guest to spread out and for the kids to separate from the adults if they or you desire!

As the owner, I am accessible before, during, and after your stay. Our management company is located on the island and can handle immediate needs or emergencies.

UNIT LOCATION:

We are within a quarter mile of eight restaurants, the convention center, a 4-mile stretch of undeveloped beach, boat/jet ski rental next door, and the brand-new entertainment complex known as Wild Willy's. These attractions can be easily walked to from our unit! Not to mention you will be less than five miles to the Destin harbor & Downtown FWB with tons of additional restaurants (25+).

COMPLEX AMENITIES:

Destin West offers the best combination of location and amenities on Okaloosa Island or Destin. Our 700-foot lazy river is easily three times the size of the next closest in the area! As far as amenities go the jewels of the resort are located on the bay! The 700-foot lazy river is fantastic along with two expansive hot tubs, a huge zero entry pool, private heated (when necessary) pool just for Heron guest, and another large heated pool (when necessary) complete with a waterfall between the two hot tub areas! On top of this, you can go fishing right off the private pier!

The beachside is also wonderful with a gym, large swimming pool, hot tub, and of course the beach. Both sides can be accessed using the walk over preventing any need to get in a car or walk across a road. The walk from our unit takes approximately 7-10 minutes to reach the beach.

SCOOP ON DESTIN WEST BEACH AND BAY RESORT:

The gulf side was completed in 2002, the original developer finishes are simple with basic tile, no granite, and small choppy floor plans. The largest gulf-side unit is 1279 SQFT H&C (1475 total). As an owner in multiple buildings along the beach, I encourage folks to consider Waterscape if being on the beach is primary, but you are also looking for awesome pool amenities.

On the bay side of Destin West, we have the other four main buildings: Heron, Osprey, Pelican, and Sandpiper. Both Heron and Osprey are located directly on the bay, these units' range in size from 1567 SQFT H&C (1790 total) to mine at 2416 SQFT H&C (3824 total) and were completed in 2006. Heron also is the closer of the two to the beach walkover.

The units in the Sandpiper and Pelican building offer smaller and less costly accommodations. These were completed in 2004. The standard developer finishes are slightly better than the gulf side but are not as well done as Heron or Osprey. They are also smaller @ 1270 SQFT H&C (1395 total) being the largest 3-bedroom unit.

*****SPECIAL NOTES ON GUIDLINES FOR LENGTHS OF STAYS FOR DIFFERENT TIMES OF YEAR*****

(SOFTWARE ERRORS DO OCCUR - IF IT LOOKS TO GOOD TO BE TRUE E-MAIL PRIOR TO INSTANT BOOKING)

From the first Saturday in March to the last Saturday in October guest stays must fall between a Saturday to Saturday and be at least 3 days or longer Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years week have minimum stay requirements two nights before and the night of the actual holiday stays not including these three nights can not occur the Saturday to Saturday before or after the holiday Snow bird season requires a minimum stay of 57 nights beginning January 2 and ending the first Saturday in March

**NEXT DOOR & ACROSS THE STREET**

* ROCKIN TACO: Walking distance great spot to eat directly on the beach

* THE BOARDWALK: Oceanfront dining, shopping, bars, live music, playground for the kids, and volleyball courts

* WILD WILLY'S ADVENTURE ZONE: Games, go-carts, 4d theatre, put/put golf, etc.!

* RICK'S ON THE ISLAND: Excellent gumbo with cheese grits instead of rice

* BOAT RENTALS: Fishing, Pontoon Boats, Kayaks, & Wave Runners

* OKALOOSA COUNTY PIER: Fishing tackle and pole rental

**ACTIVITIES (Short Drive away)**

* PUBLIX GROCERY: Store (1 mile)

* DOWNTOWN FORT WALTON HISTORIC DISTRICT: (1 mile)

* INDIAN TEMPLE MOUND MUSEUM: (1 mile)

* HARBOR WALK VILLAGE: Shopping, Dining, Fishing Charter, and Boat Rentals, (6 miles)

* AIR FORCE ARMANENT MUSEUM (7 Miles)

* BIG KAHUNAS WATER PARK: Water Slides (8 miles)

**RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS**

Downtown FWB: (Less than 1 mile away) We love the vibe of downtown FWB. It is sort of like a college bar hits a gritty arts scene. They have about 15 restaurants that are all walkable. KC's Sandbar usually has live music outside in the sand during season with solid wings and a huge beer selection. We love Taste for tapas. The Boardroom and Cowhead have great sandwiches, too! Alis Bistro is solid Italian with a nice happy hour. They also have food trucks, my wife loves Parlor Doughnuts. Maas coffee roasters has excellent coffee! You should check for activities and festivals, too. The farmers market is the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 8 AM to 1 PM. Finally a bit past downtown in FWB is The Bavarian's Wirtshaus, this is an authentic German restaurant that our friend from Europe says is a close as it gets to the real deal.

Destin Area Restaurants: (6 to 8 miles away)

* McGuires
* Louisiana Lagniappe
* Brotulas
* Donut Hole

**HOW DO I SEE YOUR OTHER UNITS? (Over 200 reviews 4.5+ out of 5 stars)**

Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL: Waterscape A225: VRBO #318211 / BLU 102: VRBO 1683570 / Azure 607: VRBO #475054 / Destin West L01 & 601: VRBO #745692 & 2611564

Gatlinburg: LeConte View Pool Cabin: VRBO #3350173

****We strive to have the beach gear available however if the previous guest took or broke the gear it may not be available. Please alert us as we will replace when necessary and available at Sam's Club.

**Please keep the login that is set up for Netflix and Disney Plus as it can not be logged into remotely. If someone has overridden the system we are not able to update during your stay, but you are welcome to use your own account.**

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV

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Reviews

4.8
Outstanding(101 Reviews)
5.0
Jun 2024
Lots to do without leaving property. Kids enjoyed lazy river, fishing in bay, private hot tub, large outdoor space for families
5.0
Feb 2024
Very nice rental! Spacious and clean!
5.0
Oct 2023
The expansive lanai and convenience to the parkimg garage, pools and lazy river were great! The kids were super excited to have their own hot tub, we were a bit disappointed to find out upon arrival that it was empty and broken. It was replaced Tuesday and we were all able to enjoy. The unit itself was very spacious and fit 4 families perfectly. The grounds were landscaped beautifully and the pool/lazy river at night was very relaxing. Very easy walk to the crossover to get to the beach. Overall we had a great time even tho the weather wasnt very cooperative!
5.0
Jul 2023
We loved the unit and proximity to everything. This is the 1st time to stay on the bay side and this unit did not disappoint. It was nicely furnished. The private patio and hot tub was a hit. We did have a couple of issues but Rick was quick in his response and resolve. We had a great family vacation.
5.0
Jul 2023
We took our kids and grandkids, 10 people in all, and there was PLENTY of room. The unit is in great shape. The condo is situated so that it is very close to the parked car. The ONLY negative was the patio was not pool-facing but the direct bay view MORE than made up for that! If we go as a family again would definitely choose this one.
5.0
Jun 2023
Nice and spacious condo that had plenty of room for our big family. The kids had room to play and the extra bedroom was a bonus. This is our 3rd time in Okaloosa Island and we have not been disappointed.
5.0
Apr 2023
This was a great Spring Break vacation! It’s just outside of downtown Destin, but Destin is a quick trip across the bridge. Close proximity to grocery store, Gulfarium, shopping, restaurants. Kids enjoyed the pool, the private hot tub, and the amazing nearby beaches.
5.0
Dec 2022
The property was amazing. I made the mistake of taking older kids with me. That were loud and made the neighbors complain most of the stay. So I worried about being too loud most of the time that was the only issue.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Okaloosa Island?

The average price for a rental in Okaloosa Island is $264 per night. This rental is $185 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private Hot Tub & Grill / 4 Bed Rooms / 2417 SQFT. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Private Hot Tub & Grill / 4 Bed Rooms / 2417 SQFT. Enjoy the water!

Is Private Hot Tub & Grill / 4 Bed Rooms / 2417 SQFT pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Private Hot Tub & Grill / 4 Bed Rooms / 2417 SQFT?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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