Beachfront Overlooking Pool by Convention Center
About this condo rental
Located in Okaloosa Island, this attractive condo for R 3,508 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. DW512 is a fifth floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath. This unit sleeps 6 and has a King in the master bedroom, a Queen in the guest bedroom, and 2 Twins (bunk bed) in the bunkroom. There are 3 TVs, DVD, stereo, and washer and dryer located in the unit. This unit welcomes monthly rentals. Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means FREE admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Fort Walton Beach has to offer! You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in free fun - Click Here to see the fun Salt Water Vacations has in store for you! This condo includes complimentary seasonal beach service, which includes an umbrella and 2 chairs. Destin West Beach and Bay Resort provides Destin travelers access to both the bay and beach with all the amenities in between. Featuring 93 luxury, Gulf-front units and 186 first-rate Bayside units, the hardest decision is deciding whether you want a view of the Gulf of Mexico or the Choctawhatchee Bay. This resort offers a variety of Gulf-front amenities including a 5,000-square-foot lagoon-style pool, a kiddie pool, and hot tub, as well as a fitness center and barbecue grilling amenities. On the Bay side, you will find even more fantastic amenities consisting of a lazy river, two over-sized hot tubs, and additional barbecue grilling amenities, all featuring gorgeous views of the Bay. Access the pristine Gulf beach via the skywalk. Limited covered parking is available on both sides. Destin West is the premier resort of Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton and is located only minutes from downtown Destin where you will discover activities, shopping, and restaurants beyond your wildest dreams. Perhaps one of the most appealing selling points of Destin West Beach and Bay Resort is that it is walking distance to the Emerald Coast Convention Center, making it an appealing resort for Destin convention goers. Only eight miles from the Okaloosa Regional Airport and close by to the Destin Pass fishing village, as well as the Boardwalk, only one quarter mile away, where you will find more shopping and dining options. Salt Water Vacations maintains top-notch housekeeping and cleaning staff committed to ensuring the maintenance of CDC standards for sanitization compliance including materials, gloves, masks, and all other necessary precautions. Additionally, Destin West #512, like most of our properties offers self-check-in with key-coded door locks and a code provided to you via email or our Happy Stays app. Fast and free Wi-Fi is provided complimentary as well. Come Vacay Your Way and experience the Salt Water Vacations difference! Okaloosa Island – Fort Walton Beach The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Okaloosa Island, Florida, area for over 100 years. Offering 3 miles of sugar-white soft sand and clear emerald green waters, Okaloosa Island/ Fort Walton Beach lies along the Florida Panhandle on the Santa Rosa Barrier Island between Navarre Beach, Florida, and Destin Beach, Florida; Okaloosa Island is a family-oriented destination that offers gorgeous beaches and options for everyone. Each day on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beach is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sandy beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping (Silver Sands Premium Outlets or the popular outdoor shopping destination of the Destin Commons are both great options), amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida! Salt Water Vacay Values For almost 40 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when it comes to planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations. Over the years, we have learned so much about how to provide our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we would love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play. We are proud to service Florida’s Emerald Coast with a variety of vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, and Navarre Beach. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Map of Okaloosa Island, FL
Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(29 Reviews)
3.0
Destin West Beach and Bay Resort is a beautiful destination and so conveniently located. The Beach is awesome.
4.0
One mattress needs replaced and the recliner appears to broken. Would stay here again
4.0
Nice property. Great location. They should heat the lazy river a little in October because it was ice cold and you couldn’t really relax and enjoy it.
5.0
Everything was as described
3.0
The condo was clean but not as nice as I had hoped for. The management at Saltwater were excellent and the view to the pool and ocean was great.
5.0
The unit is exactly as pictured. It is spotless, clean, the view from the deck is amazing. Pools were very large and not crowded. The Okaloosa Island Pier and the aquarium are right next-door. It really is the perfect unit. I would not hesitate to recommend it.
5.0
This is our second year staying at Destin West Resort, first year at this unit. We absolutely loved this unit. Very clean and updated. Loved waking up to the view of the ocean and having the availability to all the amities of both gulf and bay side. We will absolutely be staying again next year! This is our home away from home! The property manager, Amanda, was AMAZING to work with.
4.0
Nice property, great area away from crowd. Beds not too bad uncomfortable. Plenty of towels, which is unusual for a condo, in my experience. We didn't have to wash any. One complaint is that the WiFi connection was awful! My daughter was on Spring Break but still had an exam & other work to do. Easy check out, not much to do & cleaning fee was less than most places. But the cleaning service did arrive before the 10am check out time, which made us feel rushed. But would stay here again.
5.0
We’ve stayed in other units at Destin Beach and Bay Resorts. This is one of the nicest, by far. Will remember this unit and try to get it again next year.
5.0
We had a great experience staying at this condo! Very clean and a great view. I loved that there were plenty of towels.
5.0
Had an amazing time. Great view. Only bad thing I would say would be that all the elevators were not working so it took FOREVER to get one.
5.0
Great spot
Had an amazing time. Great view. Only bad thing I would say would be that all the elevators were not working so it took FOREVER to get one.
5.0
Great area
5.0
great time with family
Great area
5.0
Great location and amenities!
5.0
Great place
Great location and amenities!
5.0
Spring Break Vacation
We enjoyed our stay very much! Thank you for providing such an awesome vacation place!
5.0
The property was clean and well stocked with many amenities, making our stay a very enjoyable one! The view was amazing!
5.0
Fantastic view of the Gulf and a great location to many restaurants and the Gulfarium.
The property was clean and well stocked with many amenities, making our stay a very enjoyable one! The view was amazing!
5.0
Great location ease of finding location. Property is just how described
5.0
Great vacation
Great location ease of finding location. Property is just how described
4.0
Great location and view
All good
4.0
Great stay
really enjoyed having the view of the pool and the beach from the balcony.
Property was in walking distance to restaurants, good environment.
4.0
My family and I love Fort Walton beach! Have enjoyed our stay at Destin West for years!
4.0
My family really enjoyed staying at Destin West, UNIT 512. Access to so many pools and hot tubs was awesome as well as the view and access to the beach. The umbrella/chair rental company unfortunately took up all the prime spots of the shoreline. This monopoly was very disappointing along with all the signs telling us where we could not sit, walk. We agree with the recommendations for improvements listed in the June 2018 comments and would add, ...fix the door to balcony as it is very hard to open/close. Also, several loose electrical outlets that don't work well.Although we never cooked, I appreciated the well stocked kitchen, many dishes and cookware. Linens were clean, good quality and comfortable. We loved having our own sleeping areas; daughter had the bunkbed area, son had front bedroom and parents in the master room. It was great to be able to have two bathrooms and washer/dryer to wash clothes.Would recommend this condo and hope to book it again for another vacation.Thank you!
4.0
May 2018 Stay
My family and I love Fort Walton beach! Have enjoyed our stay at Destin West for years!
4.0
July 2018 Stay
My family really enjoyed staying at Destin West, UNIT 512. Access to so many pools and hot tubs was awesome as well as the view and access to the beach. The umbrella/chair rental company unfortunately took up all the prime spots of the shoreline. This monopoly was very disappointing along with all the signs telling us where we could not sit, walk.
We agree with the recommendations for improvements listed in the June 2018 comments and would add, ...fix the door to balcony as it is very hard to open/close. Also, several loose electrical outlets that don't work well.
Although we never cooked, I appreciated the well stocked kitchen, many dishes and cookware. Linens were clean, good quality and comfortable.
We loved having our own sleeping areas; daughter had the bunkbed area, son had front bedroom and parents in the master room. It was great to be able to have two bathrooms and washer/dryer to wash clothes.
Would recommend this condo and hope to book it again for another vacation.
Thank you!
4.0
August 2017 Stay
Overall nice stay, but as in some previous reviews the ice maker was just one big block of ice , maintenance came right away, still no ice, appliance guy came, promised to get the part to fix it, needless to say we left 5 days later ice maker still not working. Had to keep going to store to buy ice, not cool. Comforters on beds are very outdated and worn, so is carpet, fraying away in some places. Couch is dirty and needs replacing. Ceiling in master bedroom right above the entrance door started leaking from the floor above, we notified maintenance and no one ever came out, the ceiling paint was starting to fall on the floor. Overall, we still had a nice time, the resort offers much to do for everyone. Pools and lazy river are awesome. Really quiet resort, beach not so nice, was full of seaweed at the time we went, but sand was beautiful and white. If we were to stay again I would definitely select a different condo.
4.0
June 2018 Stay
The condo was as pictured and very clean upon arrival. I really appreciated it being ready at 4:00 PM rather than a later time as warned. The view and location to the beach was wonderful.
Here are a few things I think the owners could improve on :
1. Label all of the light switches
2. Label all of the cabinets
3. Add a night stand on the right side of the bed in the front bedroom
4. Include 2 lawn chairs and umbrella with the condo as do other condos at the same property.
We did have a couple of issues during our stay with some things that needed repair. As instructed, I reported them right away shortly after our arrival.
I was advised they would submit a work order. I received a call back within a few minutes stating they wanted to address the issue while we were there and that someone would be out the next day. No one ever showed up and we never got a call back at that point.
I would choose this property again but would have loved it if the repair issues were addressed as promised.
4.0
September 2017 Stay
The property management was very accommodating with two issues we had. The owner needs to seriously consider updating her furniture. The couch was very uncomfortable and the chair wasn't any better. The frig wouldn't make ice. Also, the outdoor furniture needs updating as well.
4.0
August 2017 Stay
this was our first stay at Destin West #512 and were so happy with our choice! we usually stay in Destin, but chose to stay in Ft Walton this time and we will never stay in Destin again! we will choose this condo in Ft Walton every time!
it is convenient and much less traffic... the condo was so nice and spacious... I would however add more seating to the living room... not to comfortable with only a small sofa. the freezer leaked the whole time & never made useable ice... but I can live with that. your condo is AWESOME!!! i'll be back next summer - thank you again!
1.0
August 2019 Stay
We love salt Walter vacations!
However unit #512 is over due for a remodeling we have stayed here for the past 3 years and let me tell you that they condo needs new mattress new bed comforters the carpet needs to go I got some allergic reaction to the carpet it’s really dirty for the price that you pay is not fair this our home for a whole week and it should feel clean and be clean also the sofa bed is dirty with stains and the cushions they are really dirty. As well the comforters are all stain. And I know it’s not house keeping or salt water vacation fault it’s the Owner that needs to invest. This will be the last year I stay in unit #512
4.0
Great locations but condo could be cleaner
Condo was not the cleanest. Black mold in the showers, dirty dishes, trash under furniture.
4.0
Would stay again but there is room for improvement
The condo was as pictured and very clean upon arrival. I really appreciated it being ready at 4:00 PM rather than a later time as warned because we were travelling with a young toddler.
The location of the condo was perfect and somewhat easy to find. We stayed at another condo at the same property in April so we sort of knew whereabouts it would be located. We parked on the 5th level and usually had a parking spot close to the stairs and we could easily walk to the condo.
The view and location to the beach was wonderful.
Here are a few things I think the owners could improve on :
1. Label all of the light switches
2. Label all of the cabinets
3. Add a night stand on the right side of the bed in the front bedroom
4. Include 2 lawn chairs and umbrella with the condo as do other condos at the same property.
5. The parking passes were in the packet of Welcome info but I couldn't find them at first as they were on the backside of a pizza coupon. I just saw the coupon and thought the passes were missing. If the passes were put inside the packet with the parking pass side up, I would have seen it.
6. In all of the paperwork with the condo info I must have found three or four different phone numbers. It would be less frustrating and confusing if one number was given as the contact number.
We did have a couple of issues during our stay with some things that needed repair. As instructed, I reported them right away shortly after our arrival. We found the master bed frame broken and the carpeting where it met the tile to the kitchen entrance had exposed carpet tacks. My little 18 mo grandson repeatedly stepped on them as did myself and my son. With my husband's ingenuity he was able to prop a cooking pot where the bed frame had broken in order to be able to sleep in the bed and we wound up putting a towel down over the place where the carpet tacks were exposed.
I reported the bed frame issue first and told them of our work around. They advised they would submit a work order. Within a few minutes after reporting it, I got a call back stating they wanted to address the issue while we were there and that someone would be out the next day. No one ever showed up and we never got a call back at that point.
All in all, we had a great stay and I would not hesitate to reserve this condo again. However, if the above improvements were made it would definitely be a plus.
I was disappointed that no one showed up to make the necessary repairs though.
5.0
Great place!
Spacious. Great view. Easy Access to resort and eateries.
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Okaloosa Island?
The average price for a rental in Okaloosa Island is R 4,959 per night. This rental is R 1,451 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beachfront Overlooking Pool by Convention Center. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beachfront Overlooking Pool by Convention Center. Enjoy the water!
Is Beachfront Overlooking Pool by Convention Center pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beachfront Overlooking Pool by Convention Center?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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