Stayed March 2024
"Spring break - Very nice - loved that the place had a beach wagon!"
Stayed September 2023
"The door to the balcony was hard to open other than that it was pretty much as listed. The place had great views and within walking distance of multiple restaurants."
Stayed August 2023
"Enjoyed our stay for a quick weekend getaway. Nice place with lots of amenities. Dining options within walking distance. Everything needed for our stay."
Stayed July 2023
"Place is absolutely beautiful. Best location and view. Access to multiple pools and lazy river which was great for kids. Right on the beach, short walk to the boardwalk.
Only issue was the front door. Very hard to open and close. Had to shoulder/body force it to open and close while shifting the door too. We all ended up with bruises on shoulders/arms dealing with door. Advised the owners about the door they did not seem to care. Definitely needs to be fixed.
Minus the door situation the place is absolutely amazing with great views highly recommend. & hopefully owners fix the door before someone gets hurts or mad trying to open/close it."
Stayed July 2023
"Ladies getaway - Great unit. Had some problems with patio doors sticking, but with a little maintenance on the door track, door worked good. AC worked good and plenty of towels to use. There were a beach cart and toys in the closets to use. The unit even came with two reserved beach chairs and umbrella daily. Unit had a washer and dryer which was handy. Overall, unit was clean and kitchen was well stocked.
View and location was awesome. There were restaurants within walking distance. But even better, Doordash will deliver your groceries to you, so no need to waste your vacation time in the grocery store.
Definitely will rent again.."
Stayed June 2023
"We were there to celebrate a wedding and extended our stay as a much needed vacation!.
As soon as you step on the balcony, the view alone will melt away the normal stresses of life.
There were a couple very minor issues that were addressed immediately, so nothing detracted from our stay. Everything was exactly as advertised. And having both a single cup and a drip coffee pot made all the difference in the world. It is the little things that matter and they hit every one."
Stayed November 2022
"Beautiful Location - I’ve stayed a lot of places in Florida. First of all, Okaloosa Island is the most beautiful sand and water I have seen in the state. The view from the balcony was stunning. The fact that they were two master bedrooms accommodated, both my husband and my daughter and her husband. This condo had everything we needed.
Bill was great to deal with in every sense. The check in process was simple. The condo had a wagon for the beach which made things so easy.
Our family loved everything about this stay. We hope to return."
Stayed November 2022
"Paradise - We really enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect. Love that we could walk out onto the balcony and see the ocean. Very quiet and peaceful. Really enjoyed all the amenities that we had access to like the pools, hot tubs and the lazy river at Destin West on the bay side. Thank you"
Stayed September 2022
"Great beach condo! - Beach was beautiful. Property was clean and pool and lazy River were great."
Stayed June 2022
"Love it! - We have stayed at this condo twice and already scheming our trip to go back next year. A true gem!"
Stayed May 2022
"Nice Unit - Only stayed one night and wish it could have been longer. Unit was lovely and well stocked with everything we needed. Comfortable for a family of 8. Thank you for the accommodating us!!"
Stayed April 2022
"Spring Break 22, for softball. - This property was everything we wanted, very clean, wonderful location and very convenient to everything we needed.
The only complaint would be Mother Nature, but who can control that.
Would recommend highly."
Stayed September 2021
"Family fishing trip - We absolutely loved our stay. And if we decide to make this a yearly thing we will definitely stay here again."
Stayed August 2021
"Great Place! - We enjoyed our stay! Perfect for our group (5 kids, 3 adults)."
Stayed August 2021
"Great condo and resort - Very easy check in and owner of condo was quick to answer any questions. Loved the large pool and easy access to beach"
Stayed July 2021
"Beautiful view - Loved staying here. Condo was great. The view was beautiful. We will stay again and would happily work with these owners again."
Stayed June 2021
"Family vacation - My husband, our 9 month old and myself stayed at this property for a week and it was just perfect. Close to the beach, and restaurants and had everything our small family could hope for."
Stayed May 2021
"Nice getaway - We enjoyed our short trip to the island! The condo met our expectations and Bill was great and timely in responding."
Stayed April 2021
"Perfect.... just as described, photos accurate. - Very clean description was accurate photos were accurate. Wonderful condo."
Stayed April 2020
"Awesome view - we enjoyed our 6-day vacation in this condo. very easily accessible to the beach. Oceanview from the Patio is beautiful.
Too many furniture."
Stayed September 2019
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Stayed September 2019
"Another lovely week - Our family had another wonderful week at Destin West! Bill is awesome to work with and is the kindest! Thank you - can’t wait to get back!"
Stayed August 2019
"Perfect! Exactly like advertised! - We had a wonderful stay at Bill’s condo. It’s exactly what the pictures shows! He is quick to respond and is kind and helpful. The condo could use some updates ( new sofa, fresh coat of paint, etc.) but nothing to keep is from staying again! The condo was clean with plenty of towels and blankets. The location is wonderful too. Just a trip on the elevator to get to the beach. Walking distance to some restaurants and a beach bar. Only a 6 minute drive to Destin’s Harbor with more shops and restaurants. Grocery is just a short trip as well. The beach service was amazing. Plus, there were additional beach chairs, toys and wagon to make the trip to the beach easier. Can’t wait for our next trip. Thank you Bill!"
Stayed August 2019
"Great Place! - This property has wonderful amenities. My children love the lazy river, beach entry pool and access to the Grotto Bar next door. Great restaurants within walking distance. Beds are comfortable, property manager was easy to book with and easy to get in touch with."
Stayed July 2019
"Perfect vacation stay!! - After looking several weeks for the right rental I came across this condo. It was absolutely perfect size space and accommodations for our vacation! The property management was so friendly and welcoming. Awesome communication! Not a single complaint what do ever. I highly recommend this rental to anyone!"
Stayed April 2019
"Great week! - We had a great week at your condo and enjoyed being back in Ft. Walton. We can’t wait to come back! Thank you!"
Stayed November 2018
"View is amazing ! - Great place. Nice location. Clean and comfy beds😊. Beautiful! Loved the beach service. Small suggestion —why not supply enough TP for 2, dish soap, maybe a cooler or beach towels? These are simple comforts to help people who are traveling to see the beautiful Emerald Coast. I know I would have appreciated these little things. You have a wonderful place! Thanks😊"
Stayed August 2018
"We loved this condo, we will be back for sure!!! - We loved the amenities of the resort and the condo. Great location as well! Next time we return to Florida we will for sure be staying here again. Highly recommended"
Stayed July 2018
"Great Family Vacation! - We loved staying at this place. It was very clean and stocked well for our family. We saw dolphins from our balcony and from the near by fishing pier that you can walk to. There is also restaurants that are within walking distance. The owners were easy to work with and we didn't have any issues at all."
Stayed June 2018
"Awesome! - We loved the condo! It has been awhile since we stayed at Destin West, so glad we were able to stay this year! All the extras in the condo were great from the beach wagon to the booster seat for our littlest one!"
Stayed June 2018
"It was a great property- clean, well stocked and in a great location. - This was my families 7th annual trip to Ft. Walton. We love Destin West and we always have a great time."
Stayed May 2018
"Nothing less than amazing. - Even though we only stayed for a short trip, the condo was nothing less than amazing. The best part was the beds, best sleep I've had in a long time. So worth it. Comfy stay and the beat amenities. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. Right next to the pier, best pools, private beech and beach service, restaurants and bars all in a 5 minute walk. Can't wait to book agai."
Stayed May 2018
"A lovely place!! - This was a wonderful condo. Clean and well stocked with all the essentials, i.e., cutlery, plates, glassware, pots, pans, etc. I even saw a blender and a mixer, iron and ironing board and a hair dryer. There were a few plastic storage containers if you do any cooking and want to keep leftovers, but not many. I would recommend you bring, or purchase while you're there, some plastic drinking containers for you to take to the beach or pool area as there's nothing like that available in the condo.
The location is ideal. The condo is located somewhat central to the building and the beach is only a 3-5 minute walk from the condo front door. The chairs and umbrella that are included during the summer months were such a great service. Our name was put on a small placard that reserved the same spot for us every day and we could go down to the beach at our leisure, and even leave and come back, knowing that the spot would be "ours". It was great.
The beach is also clean and such a beautiful place. The beach is great for swimming as there is a couple of natural sandbars and it makes for somewhat shallow waters for little kids. The medium surf is also great for the boogie boards. You will want to bring your own boogie board and there are surf places nearby where you can purchase some inexpensive ones for your stay, but I would check with the Beach Service stand and find out if you can rent those for the duration of your stay.
The beds and pillows were comfortable and we slept well. The view from the balcony is top notch. It faces the gulf and the beach and the sun sets to the east and it is in full view of the balcony. We had some lovely evenings just sitting on the balcony, wine glass in hand, playing cards and just relaxing as the sun was setting.
The pictures you see are representative of what you'll get. Nothing was broken or needed servicing while we were there. Follow the guidelines of the "what to bring" section in the paperwork you'll receive but I recommend that you go to the condo first and get your bearings so you can see what's in the cabinets. There shouldn't be any food left from the previous tenant but I found coffee filters and some liquid dish soap so that saved having to purchase those items. So, better to unload your stuff and check what's there before you go to the store.
This was our first condo experience and it was great. I wasn't sure what to expect but it made for a great first experience and left me wanting to come back.
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Stayed April 2018
"Gorgeous views - We had an amazing time!"
Stayed February 2018
"Our girls trip was perfect! - Beautiful view from our room! Clean! Perfect location to everything! Absolutely loved our stay! Planning to return with my husband and kids!"
Stayed October 2017
"Wonderful week even had hurricane. - Our family of 6 had a great time. 4 adults and 2 children. The condo was very clean and plenty of room for all. The free beach chairs really made it nice even though we missed two days because of the hurricane. With two young children's we used the large condo pool, splash/water park next door, and the lazy river next door. Company also great to work with as they kept checking on us and made sure we had everything. Kitchen had everything you could want. Will return if we can."
Stayed October 2017
"Loved it! - This unit was very nice. Clean, easy access, and very convenient. The beach service was so nice! Also it was so handy to have a beach cart, that was a nice surprise! Will definitely look for this again when we come back!"
Stayed September 2017
"Beautiful amenities, especially with a 3 year old - We loved the beach view, with the huge pool that lit up all different colors at night time! We wish we had longer than a week to stay, because you really don't have to leave the condo to have a good time! Shopping, food, lazy river, Fudpuckers, and the Gulfarium were so awesome to have so close! Our family enjoyed our stay so much!"
Stayed August 2017
"Can't beat this one! - Great view, great condo, great owner! Highly Recommend. This was our 2nd year in the same unit. The owners are fabulous and very responsive. Amenities are great! Easy access to Ft Walton and Destin without all the traffic"
Stayed June 2017
"Excellent - The place was more than we expect. Perfect location, everything as describe. Will definitely stay again."
Stayed April 2017
"Wonderful stay! - We had a great time! Loved the various options for the pools. Wished the pool that we looked at was heated but it is a large pool so we understood why it wasn't. The beach was beautiful and having two chairs and the umbrella was so nice. Only complaints were the metal chairs on the balcony make rust stains on wet items and it would be nice to have a map of the complex and the amenties nearby so we knew where we were going and what pools were heated vs not heated. We received codes for various areas but never could figure out what they were for. We tried googling but that didn't help. We would come back and the condo was very clean and much bigger then the pictures make it look."
Stayed October 2016
"Great Vacation Condo - We love the location and September is a great time to visit, less crowds and the weather is wonderful. The condo was great and very comfortable, well equipped kitchen and the 2 king bed rooms is a big plus. Exactly as described in the listing. The bunk room is nice for kids of all ages. The view from the balcony is great from sunrise till sunset and is very large and spacious. We love the choice of pools and the Lazy River is so much fun, for kids and adults alike. There are a lot of good restaurants near by, but you really don't have to leave the complex to stay entertained and the large pier is a short walk away. The beach service is a big plus. The only negative we found at all is the WiFi, it is weak and unreliable so don't count on it."
Stayed October 2016
"Fantastic vacation spot! - This vacation spot was wonderful! We spent several hours on the beach, which were clean and beautiful! The condo itself was clean and well maintained. The private beach was the best part of this location! I have young kids and this made our first visit much more pleasurable! This may be our year-after-year vacation spot!"
Stayed September 2016
"You Can't Get Any Better! - This was our 15th or 16th year to visit the Destin/Ft. Walton area for our family vacation. We have stayed in many places in both Destin and Ft. Walton Beach. We decided several years ago, that the Destin West Resort is by far the best we have found. This condo has everything you need included the best views available. Sitting out on the balcony early in the morning with a coffee and watching the dolphins swim is just amazing! I could go on and on about the condo, but I would rather tell you why we have stayed at Destin West for the past 3 years and will always come back here. You have some much to do in this one area that you never have to leave. First of all, the beach is much less crowed than it is in Destin. Also, you have the only "Beach Bar" which is a favorite spot of ours. You have many pools to choose from including the huge waterfall pool next door at the Ramada that is 12' deep and has a indoor swim up bar. The kids love going in there and getting a fruity drink (virgin)! The lazy river on the bay side is a favorite for the kids! If you want to lay out and not worry about the kids, this is the place to be! It's like they never get tired of going around and around! We also grab a net and catch blue crabs in the bay along the wall. The kids love it. Right next door on the bay side, we rent a pontoon boat for pretty cheap and drive around in the bay with dolphins swimming right next to us, and we also visit crap island! It's crazy, but a must! Just a short walk down the beach is the pier. We walk out on it several times each year to watch dolphins and look at all the fish. Sometimes we see turtles. This year we say a huge Hammerhead shark! Next to the pier is the Boardwalk with shops and restaurants. The Black Pearl is good, but we really enjoyed Rockin Tacos this year! There is also a great Putt Putt course right across the street. So, if you stop at Publix to get food and drinks, you literally can stay here and never get into your car again! There is so much to do that you just can't do it all! We love it at Destin West and will never stay anywhere else!"
Stayed August 2016
"Great views and spacious condo - The condo was very spacious and easily accomidated 4 adults and 2 children. It was clean and had spectacular ocean views. The location is also very convenient. Close to restaurants and the beach. The owners were very responsive and replyed to any messages within an hour or so. Would definitely recommend."
Stayed August 2016
"Like home away from home - Beds were comfy. Had everything we needed to cook meals and wash clothes. Great view of the beach. Nice pools too, and close walking distance to water. We called it home. Our kids 3&5 had plenty of space to play and LOVED the bunk beds. Will be back for sure!!"
Stayed July 2016
"Wonderful wedding trip - We couldn't ask for a better experience with Sherry and Bill. There was plenty of room for our whole family. We were very comfortable during our stay at Destin West for our son's beach wedding. I contacted Sherry for information about the ovens because I was making the wedding cake and groom's cake on location. Sherry went out of her way to check with previous guests to make sure the oven was good enough for such an important task. We can't thank Sherry and Bill enough for their help in making our trip successful."
Stayed June 2016
"Great week long family vacation - We had a great time, condo was very nice and perfect for familes. We had 4 children and it was great for them. Two booster seats and pack n play available for use. We love staying at Destin West, this is our first time staying on the gulf side. We really enjoyed and it was great having the beach service already included"
Stayed June 2016
"Great condo on the gulf! - We stayed in the condo over Memorial Day weekend and it was excellent! The rooms were clean and it was great having a king size bed in both bedrooms. We shared the room with another family and felt like we had plenty of room. The view of the gulf is beautiful and easy to access. We will definitely be booking this again next year!"
Stayed March 2016
"Wonderful Winter Stay - My wife and I had a very enjoyable stay for the past 9 weeks this winter. We found the condo to be clean, comfortable and very well equipped. The views of the Gulf are spectacular from the top floor! We also benefited from the best weather we have ever had since staying at Destin West B&B Resort, which certainly added to our enjoyment this year."
Stayed June 2015
"Family vacation - The codo was beautifully decorated and clean. Perfect for families with small children. Well stocked for cooking. My grandson like loved having his breakfast on the balcony and watching the other kids in the pool. Easy access to the beach and pool. "
Stayed May 2015
"Condo perfect for family vacation with grandparents and small child - We had a wonderful vacation at this condo. It was a perfect fit for my husband, son, my parents and me and will be great in future years as our family grows, as we can expand to the bunk beds or sofa bed if needed. We have stayed at other Destin West condos before and this one compared to the other condos on the Destin West Gulf side - easy access to beach, parking garage, pools and close to the boardwalk with restaurants and some shopping. Condo was in good condition when we showed up and the owner called a couple days after we checked in to see how everything was going. This was our first year vacationing here with our 8 month old son and the condo had a booster seat, pack n play, and beach toys available for us to use. We had brought most of that, but will definitely consider this condo again next year because of those extra amenities! Another huge plus was that the kitchen was well-stocked with appliances and cookware so we could easily cook meals if we wanted. Finally, the owner and manager were great to work with! We asked for a late check out on the day we were leaving and since no one was coming into the condo that day, they worked with us to be able to do that. Great service and great vacation experience!"
Stayed March 2015
"Spring Break - We had an excellent stay here! We loved being so close to the beach, pier, and having access to all the wonderful amenities. Working with Sherry and Bill made everything much easier and made for a relaxing time while being away from school. We definitely are looking forward to potentially staying again next year. We couldn't have asked for a better location, people to work with, or trip!"
Stayed October 2014
"Fall Break! - We spent 10 amazing days here. 1 week is never enough! Condo was spot on in the pictures and perfect for our family of 4. Plenty of room for our 2 boys to spread out! We ate out and also cooked in and the kitchen was perfect for making dinners. Bill was great to work with and helpful when after getting to FL my back windows both fell. If ever you are there and need help with your car we highly recommend Al's Auto Repair and Service. Family owned and great great service!! Hated to leave after the 10 days but look forward to coming back next year!!"
Stayed October 2014
"Nice for family vacation - My husband, our toddler son, my mother-in-law and I stayed in this condo all together! It is the perfect size to allow our toddler to be able to run around and not feel confined. The pool, lazy river and, of course, the beach were all amazing and very clean! The view from the balcony was perfect!"
Stayed April 2014
"Condo was just like home - Our stay consisted of vacationing with my family and several other softball girls and their families. This property was perfect for this type of trip. Door access was nice. No keys required, just a keypad. Condo was very nice and clean. Everything worked, just like at home. We were coming and going frequently and it had easy parking. This location is great for the softball players to walk and get a bite to eat. I would highly recommend this condo and location to everyone. Beach chair service was so convenient and sure does spoil you. Thank you Bill for a great week! "
Stayed March 2014
"2013-14 Snowbird season - Just finished our 4 month stay in the unit. Had a great time, the unit was excellent and had great amenities. Some nice upgrades since our stay last season. Unit manager was always available and took care of our small problems quickly. Hope to be back next season."
Stayed November 2013
"Perfect Condo, Best Amenities, Best and Easiest Management - My family and I had the most amazing time at this Condo. Beach service, balcony, plenty of activities and pool options. Close to Destin, but not on top of everything. The condo has had several updates since I last stayed there. We were there last year and I didn't even look for a cheaper option this year, i knew I wanted to stay in this condo again."
Stayed November 2013
"Great family vacation destination! - This was our second year staying in this condo and we loved it just as much as the first! It's very clean, spacious and nicely decorated. The condo's location is perfect and the ocean view from the balcony is just amazing! The owner, Bill, is super nice and extremely helpful. There was a tropical storm that hit the day we were supposed to arrive and he offered to allow us to delay our trip by a day or 2 so that we would hopefully have better weather after the storm and be able to enjoy our vacation. Definitely customer service at its finest! It ended up being a smart decision to delay our trip because the weather was absolutely perfect! We enjoyed lots of time at the beach as well as the pools, hot tubs and lazy river. We also drove over to Pensacola for a day, intending to go to the Natioanl Naval Aviation Museum, but it was closed due to the government shutdown. We did visit the Gulf Breeze Zoo on the way back, which was a big hit with the kids! We also took a dolphin cruise in the Destin Harbor, which we all loved because we saw lots of dolphins! The kids also had a great time riding go karts, bumper cars, bumper boats and other rides at the Track in Destin. It was definitely a very busy, fun-filled, yet relaxing vacation and we hope to be able to stay at this condo again in the future! "
Stayed September 2013
"Fun and relaxing! - My family had not vacationed together for many years, so this vacation was very important to us. We looked at many properties listed on VRBO, and decided on this one because of the size of the condo, and the variety of activities that were available without ever leaving the resort. We were not disappointed. Our ages ranged from 63 to 2, and every one of us found plenty of things to do and enjoy. My favorite was the beach. My adult children enjoyed fishing off the pier, the beach, the pools, and the lazy river. Our little one had fun in the sand and in the pools. And the property is beautiful at night, with all the colorful lighting. Bill was so kind and helpful, both before and during our trip, answering all sorts of questions for us. I would recommend this property to a friend or relative. It suited our needs nicely. It could use some updating, but we were quite comfortable. The listing description was quite accurate, as were the photos. We drove into Destin one evening and had dinner on the deck of Dewey Destin's Harborside restaurant - my favorite place to eat, and was only a 4 or 5 mile drive. All in all, our vacation time was restful and fun. "
Stayed June 2013
"wonderful time! - We had a great time at Destin West.The condo was great and had pretty much everything we needed. We travelled w/ my sister-in-law and her family, and the kids had a great time both at the beach and the pools on the bayside and gulfside. Bill was very helpful with questions and our needs. The weather was good when we were there, no rain, but the waves sure did get pretty big most of the week. It was nice too that they had the spraygrounds for little ones. There were activities for kids over at the Ramada next door that guests of Destin West can go to. But we got there a little late for that ice cream party,oh well. I would definitely recommend this property to other family and friends!"
Stayed May 2013
"Perfect location wonderful condo - We loved this place. The owner was a breeze to deal with. The condo was exactly as represented. It is an elevator ride and steps to the beach. The lazy river and heated pool are a pleasant five minute walk. Had a small issue with wireless access. It was quickly and efficiently resolved. Wood absolutely stay again"
Stayed May 2013
"Fabulous Condo! - This was the second time staying in one of this owner's condos. He is great to work with, and both condos have been fabulous (the other one was the lanai on the gulf side). The beach side condo was very big, comfortable, clean and had a beautiful view. We enjoyed eating on the balcony for every meal and loved watching a thunder storm roll in from the ocean. Destin West is great- you'll never get bored between the beach, pools, splash pad and lazy river. The beach in front of it is absolutely gorgeous- prettier than what we've seen in the Caribbean! Don't hesitate to stay there, and definitely stay in one of Bill's condos!"
Stayed May 2013
"snowbirding - Stayed there for the winter season, about 4 1/2 months. Had a great time there and the unit was outstanding."
Stayed May 2013
"Great condo! - Our stay at Destin West was great! Our condo was clean and had a great view of the beach and the pool. The owners of our condo were very helpful. Our coffee pot wasn't working and they showed up the next morning with a new coffee pot and complimentary coffee!! We watched the "pool guy" clean the pool every morning from our balcony and he did an excellent job. Destin West has what i call a "mini" gym. My husband and I had never seen one that big in a hotel/condo. We enjoyed working out in it! I am already making arrangements to come back next year to this place! We LOVED it!! Oh yeah.....loved having a parking garage too!
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Stayed May 2013
"Fantastic vacation! - We loved the condo # 608. It is beautiful with plenty of room, very comfortable and well appointed. The kitchen has everything and more! Washer and dryer very convenient. The view of the beach from the balcony is amazing. The pool was kept very clean and the lazy river was lots of fun. The fitness room was really well equipped for a condo complex. We enjoyed the white sand beach, great fishing and exceptional golf courses. Bill made sure everything was perfect! We loved our vacation and our teenage boys did too! We look forward to visiting again soon!"
Stayed May 2013
"The perfect family vacation! - We absolutely loved our stay at Destin West! The condo was very accurately described and definitely exceeded our expectations. It was very spacious, very clean and very well decorated! The ocean view was amazing and we all loved the lazy river, the waterfall pool and the hot tubs on the bay side. It rained the first 2 days we were there, so we drove into Pensacola and went to the National Aviation Museum, the Pensacola Lighthouse and the Zoo in Gulf Breeze. We also went to the Gulfarium, which was practically next door to the condo. It was nice but was somewhat a disappointment in comparision to Sea World. We enjoyed eating at the Crab Trap at the Boardwalk just down from the condo (the kids meals come in a handy sand bucket with a shovel!) and we also loved eating at Fudpuckers in Destin (they have live alligators that you can feed, hold and have your picture taken with!). Once the weather cleared up, we really enjoyed our time on the beach! It was so peaceful and not crowded at all. We will definitely be returning to this condo at Destin West next year! Bill was extremely friendly and helpful in answering my questions prior to booking our trip and he even helped us figure out how to get the bathroom door unlocked that our son accidentally locked while we were there! Aside from the rainy weather, it was the perfect family vacation! ."