Palms Resort #1614 Jr. 2BR
- Address: 4201 Indian Bayou Trail
- Location: Destin
- Type: Condo
* Gulf Views from 6th Floor Balcony!
* New onsite Bistro and Bar
* Destin's Largest Lagoon Pool with five waterfalls and whirlpool
* Kid's playground, tennis, basketball and fitness center
*Free Seasonal shuttle to Public Beach, Destin Commons, & Harborwalk Village. Henderson State Park at a small fee.
* Indoor Pickleball Court
* Walk to Bubba Gump or Joe’s Crab Shack
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
You'll never want to leave the Palms of Destin! Stay here for a true 'resort' experience. Palms Resort #1614 is a Junior 2BR/2BA, which is a 2 bedroom with a full-sized master plus a smaller bedroom, and two full bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower. The master has a king-sized bed with flat screen TV. The second bedroom has custom built Fullsize bunk bed with 2 full beds, flatscreen TV's and its own bathroom entry! This gorgeous condo sleeps 6 comfortably! Adorable custom furnishings personalize this condo. A flat screen TV in the living area with a pull-out sleeper sofa and your own washer and dryer complete this beautiful unit. Start off your vacation every morning by enjoying the breathtaking Gulf Views from the spacious balcony!
**This property does not allow parties of adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions.**
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.
Located on 15 beautiful acres, The Palms of Destin Resort and Conference Center offers an unbeatable, upscale experience in the heart of Destin at an affordable price. As an exclusive guest you will enjoy Destin’s largest lagoon pool beneath swaying palms or simply enjoy our many amenities including kid's activities, fitness center, kids' playground, tennis and basketball courts. You'll also be within walking distance of Joe's Crab Shack, Bubba Gump Shrimp Factory, The Back Porch (a Destin classic), Ruth's Chris Steak House, Jim-N-Nick's BBQ and Hooters.
The 11,000 square foot, 259,000 gallon zero entry pool is DESTIN’S LARGEST LAGOON POOL! You'll be blown away by the 5 dancing waterfalls, walking bridges and spacious lounging area. There's a 21,000 gallon heated pool, children's splash area and whirlpool spa.
The Palms of Destin Resort features a 2,265 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center including elliptical cardio treadmills, cross trainers, bikes and summit trainers each having a personal entertainment system.
The Palms of Destin offers full size basketball courts and two lighted tennis courts, with complimentary equipment available from guest services in the resort lobby. The Palms of Destin also offers lessons and clinics taught by USPTA and USPTR tennis professionals.
Seasonally, the resort offers a complimentary three-minute air-conditioned beach shuttle to the beach access beside the Back Porch restaurant. Additional shuttles run to Destin Commons and Harborwalk Village along with Henderson State Park for a small fee. Please inquire with the front desk for information on shuttle times. The Palms is a smoke free complex with an array of amenities. Some amenities are occasionally closed due to unforeseen circumstances.
The Bed Setup:
Master Bedroom: King Bed (New Tempur-Pedic Mattress)
Guest Bedroom: 2 Full Size Custom Bunk Beds
Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
*While this property can sleep up to 8 guests, the max per HOA is 6.
Area Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.
- Gym/Fitness Room
- Satellite or Cable
- Smart TV
- Television
- Community Pool
- Ocean View
- Snowbird Friendly
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Essentials
- Ceiling Fan
- Central Air Conditioning
- Dryer
- Free Wifi
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Iron & Ironing Board
- Laptop Friendly Work Space
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Smoke Detector
- Washer
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- Pool
- Balcony
- Free Parking
- Outdoor Furniture
- Patio/Deck
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Gulf View
- Walk to Beach
- Water View
Enjoy 10% off 4-night stays between May 25 and September 2, 2026 when you book by June 30, 2026 using code STAY4SAVE10 at checkout. This offer is a great way to turn a quick trip into a true getaway with more time for lazy mornings on the balcony, afternoons by the pool, and sunset strolls along the sugar-white sand in Destin, 30A, Panama City Beach and beyond.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by June 30, 2026 for 4-night stays from May 25, 2026 to September 2, 2026. Blackout dates apply for July 3–July 4, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Enjoy 15% off stays of 5 nights or more between May 25 and September 2, 2026 when you book by June 30, 2026 using code STAY5SAVE15 at checkout. With extra days to relax, you can slow down, explore favorite Emerald Coast spots, try new restaurants, and still have time left over for long beach days and evenings on the balcony with Gulf views.
Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by June 30, 2026 for stays of 5 nights or more from May 25, 2026 to September 2, 2026. Blackout dates apply for July 3–July 4, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Location Nothing- Reviewed On: 6/5/2026
- Check Out On: 6/4/2026
There are no comments available for this review- Reviewed On: 5/20/2026
Clean, easy access to pool, overall amazing- Reviewed On: 5/19/2026
- Check Out On: 5/9/2026
Would stay again.- Reviewed On: 4/15/2026
- Check Out On: 4/10/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you would stay again. We hope to host you again. RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
Activities for all ages, pool was so nice, very clean, close to a lot of amenities. Super easy check-in and check out processes. Definitely recommend to everyone! We can’t wait to come back!- Reviewed On: 4/2/2026
- Check Out On: 4/2/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you enjoyed the activities for all ages, the clean pool, and the convenient location, and that check-in/out was easy. Thanks for recommending us — we hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.Real Joy staff
There are no comments available for this review- Reviewed On: 3/15/2026
- Check Out On: 3/14/2026
The place was clean and packed with everything we needed for our a month long stay! Wifi was very fast. The location was very convenient, close to everything! Overall it was wonderful stay for us- Reviewed On: 3/10/2026
- Check Out On: 3/2/2026
Mi familia quedamos encantados con- Reviewed On: 7/20/2025
- Check Out On: 7/20/2025
The property was great!!! Great staff too!!!!!Only disappointment was that the bar/restaurant was not open while out at the pool. Pool needs tables with umbrellas for those of us that are only allowed so much direct sun light.Would stay again and recommend to friends.- Reviewed On: 4/4/2025
- Check Out On: 4/4/2025
Angela, thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the property and found the staff great. We appreciate your feedback regarding the bar/restaurant and the pool amenities, as we’re always looking for ways to enhance our guest experience. We look forward to welcoming you back and appreciate your recommendations! Thank you for choosing RealJoy!Real Joy staff
My husband and I truly enjoyed staying at this beautiful resort. We stayed Jan-Feb 2025. The Palms Of Destin is a friendly, pretty, clean place I would highly recommend to my family and friends. I loved the rooms and the gorgeous pool area. We could walk to the stores, restaurants and the beach.- Reviewed On: 3/13/2025
- Check Out On: 3/1/2025
Janet, thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your stay at The Palms of Destin and appreciated the friendly atmosphere, cleanliness, and beautiful pool area. It's great to know the location worked well for your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Great place. Clean, beautiful and everyone is super nice & helpful. Thank you Logan & Danielle for helping me as well.- Reviewed On: 3/1/2025
- Check Out On: 3/1/2025
Great service. Easy check in. Entire resort was beautiful.- Reviewed On: 2/18/2025
Hi Abi, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re pleased to hear you found the resort beautiful, check in easy, and great service. We hope you enjoyed the awesome lagoon pool too! We value your referrals and hope you will come back to visit! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!Real Joy staff
Definitely recommend staying here, the kids LOVED it.- Reviewed On: 7/29/2024
- Check Out On: 7/29/2024
Rhiannon, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that your kids loved it! We hope you join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Loved every minute! The room was nice and clean and the pool was amazing!- Reviewed On: 7/13/2024
- Check Out On: 7/13/2024
Condo worked great and was centrally located for the baseball tournament we heads in Destin.- Reviewed On: 7/2/2024
- Check Out On: 6/21/2024
Check in was easy, plenty of parking, very large pool, everything was clean and well appointed. The unit was open and welcoming. Two bathrooms were excellent for our family as well as the living area and kitchen.- Reviewed On: 5/29/2024
- Check Out On: 5/27/2024
Chris, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear that your stay with us was enjoyable, from the easy check-in process to the well-appointed unit and amenities. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Wonderful stay! I will be back!- Reviewed On: 2/2/2024
- Check Out On: 2/2/2024
We decided to do a quick long weekend trip and I wanted a place with a nice pool. Pool was beautiful but beach area is public and horribly crowded. Condo was nice and does have a partial view.- Reviewed On: 8/8/2023
- Check Out On: 7/24/2023
Nice fit for the family- Reviewed On: 8/1/2023
- Check Out On: 7/30/2023
Kevin, we are happy to know that your family enjoyed an awesome time while staying in this two-bedroom, two-bath condo, which was a nice fit for your family. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Our small family enjoys the Destin area for the beaches. This year we wanted some different and a pool for the kids to enjoy. The resort was great and the unit was perfect for us! The decor set the tone and having everything we needed was even better. One minor issue was the internet went down went down the evening before leaving and out until we checked out. Otherwise very happy with this unit and will stay again!- Reviewed On: 6/23/2023
- Check Out On: 6/18/2023
Hi! We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your family's rental experience. We are glad to know that you were very happy with this perfect two-bedroom, two-bath condo. Please accept our apology for the Internet not working properly. Thank you for your patience and for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.Real Joy staff
The location was great The only thing did not like was the picture that was posted for the room location was kind of misleading it stated beach and pool view as if the balcony over looked the beach and pool not a view from afar but never the less the stay was excellent 😊- Reviewed On: 6/5/2023
Clean, open, and bright. The family enjoyed the warmth and space of this property.- Reviewed On: 4/15/2023
- Check Out On: 4/5/2023
Hi! We are very happy to know that your family enjoyed the warmth and space of this great two-bedroom, two-bath condo at the Palms of Destin, finding it to be clean, open, and bright. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
We really enjoyed our stay at this unit. The condo was spacious and clean. The resort and amenities were wonderful, especially for our 2 kids. We had an issue with the AC not working the first day, but maintenance came right away and fixed it. I would definitely stay here again!- Reviewed On: 4/3/2023
- Check Out On: 3/31/2023
Danielle, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding you really enjoyable stay in this great two-bed, two-bath condo, which was clean. We are happy to know that you would definitely stay in this spacious unit again, especially because of the wonderful resort and its amenities. We are also glad that the issue regarding the AC was resolved promptly. Thank you for your patience and for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.Real Joy staff
We had a blast at the property- Reviewed On: 10/6/2022
Angel, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are happy to hear that you had a blast. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
This location was excellent in every way, the location is close to stores for necessities, a 5 minute drive to the beach. The room was equipped with everything we needed and was peaceful for the nights stay. The condo had ample sleeping quarters for the entire family. Over all, this is our go to place when visiting Destin, Fla.- Reviewed On: 7/17/2022
Aaron, Thank you for letting us know that your stay was excellent. We're glad you had everything you needed. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Everything about this property was amazing!! The condo was very clean and the view was great!! I enjoyed all of the amenities as well. The pool was a great place to go and relax after being out in the sun all day! I will definitely try to stay here again when I’m back in the area!- Reviewed On: 5/25/2022
There are no comments available for this review- Reviewed On: 5/2/2022
The location was perfect! I loved everything about the unit and property. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I have NO COMPLAINTS. Staying at this property made my first trip to Destin Florida EVERYTHING! Nothing.- Reviewed On: 7/5/2021
Stayed for a baseball trip. Condo was great and the pool was awesome for all ages. Only complaints are that the dryer takes up to 6 cycles to dry towels. But overall great stay.- Reviewed On: 6/27/2021
This worked..there for a week..dryer takes some extra time..2/3 cycles most times... Jr bedroom has big beds, just weird. Very high up and close together.. very little headroom in either bed and tvs in the way if you are tall.. But the condo is roomy and close to an elevator...good view..- Reviewed On: 5/26/2021
Tahnette, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your stay in Palms Resort #1614. We are happy to know that you found this cute condo to be roomy with a good view and close to an elevator. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the dryer. We would have been more than happy to try and remedy this issue had we been made aware during your stay. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.Real Joy staff
This place was absolutely perfect. Great location, clean, and the pool area is awesome.- Reviewed On: 5/2/2021
There are no comments available for this review- Reviewed On: 4/25/2021
We enjoyed our stay. Everything was within walking distance. We didnt get a chance to enjoy the pool but we will be booking again so we will enjoy it on our next stay. Overall great place for the price and location!- Reviewed On: 4/19/2021
Courtney, we are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay in Palms Resort #1614, everything went just as planned, and you thought this property was a great place for the price and location. Thank you for choosing Real Joy. Please visit again soon.Real Joy staff
Very nice room. Close to everything we had planned to do. Really enjoyed our stay.- Reviewed On: 10/12/2020
Carley, we love that you and your friends had a great rental experience! Thank you for choosing Real Joy!Real Joy staff
There are no comments available for this review- Reviewed On: 6/7/2020
Overall satisfied with the entire stay! Would definitely recommend this resort.- Reviewed On: 8/5/2019
Hello Precious, thank you for the review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the beautiful Palms Resort. We hope you also loved the huge lagoon pool! Thank you again for the feedback, and for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Great place to stay. We all had a great time.- Reviewed On: 8/4/2019
Hi Kenia, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We're happy to hear you had a great time and we hope you enjoyed the many onsite amenities. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!Real Joy staff
Very easy process. From check in to check out.- Reviewed On: 5/5/2019
Hi Ralph, thank you for your review! We're happy to hear you found the check-in/check-out process easy and we hope you enjoyed all the amenities the Palms has to offer. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy Vacations!Real Joy staff
It was amazing! The staff was very friendly and the rooms were super nice! Overall I’m impressed- Reviewed On: 3/23/2019
Hi Rebecca, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re happy to hear you found the unit clean and we hope you enjoyed the awesome lagoon pool. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!Real Joy staff
Pools were great, close to everything, would definitely return.- Reviewed On: 3/16/2019
Hi Amy, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re happy to hear you found the unit clean and convenient and found the pools great. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!Real Joy staff
Everything was nice...from scheduling stay to checking out. Place is nice and clean. Everyone very friendly and helpful!- Reviewed On: 8/28/2018
- Check Out On: 7/15/2018
Hi Tanika, thank you for your feedback on this lovely condo! We are glad to hear everything from your stay at this property was easy-going. At Real Joy Vacations, we take pride in keeping our rooms in tip-top conditions for all of our visitors. Thank you again for your feedback, and for choosing Real Joy Vacations!Real Joy staff
Nice, quiet, clean place..- Reviewed On: 8/20/2018
Hi Moises, thank you for your feedback on this lovely condo! We are glad to hear your stay was quiet, and all of your accommodations were very nice. We also hope you enjoyed Destin's largest Lagoon pool! Thank you again for the feedback, and for choosing Real Joy Vacations.Real Joy staff
Great service. Easy check in. Entire resort was beautiful.- Reviewed On: 7/18/2018
Hi Abi, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re pleased to hear you found the resort beautiful, check in easy, and great service. We hope you enjoyed the awesome lagoon pool too! We value your referrals and hope you will come back to visit! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!Real Joy staff
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