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5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony

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On the beach
TV
A heated pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61286 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

On the beach.You'll find Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park within a 15-minute walk of this Destin condo. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Morgan Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Henderson Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 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.

5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony

Sterling Shores 517

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Sterling Shores is under renovation for a beautification project in which they are working on all balconies and walkways to the condos. Due to this beautification process, one pool closest to the building may close in November very briefly. No other amenities will be affected. Renovations are currently in progress Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The renovation is set to be finished by 1/29/2026. If bad weather interferes with the beautification process, renovations could continue into February. If there are any updates, I will let you know. We have blocked down the units that are primarily affected by this construction. June-Labor Day is painting the exterior and should not cause much of a disturbance. After Labor Day, you may experience floor grinding noise and dust. We are sincerely sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you and we hope you enjoy your stay!
Balcony Closure Dates By Stack
(Example of stack 219 up to PH19)
19- 9/8/25-11/16/25
18 & 17- 9/15/2025-12/20/25
16 & 15- 9/22/25-11/17/25
14 & 13- 9/29/25-11/27/25
12 & 11- 10/06/25-12/01/25
10 & 9- 10/13/25-12/08/25
8 & 7- 10/20/25- 1/8/26
6 & 5 & 4- 10/27/25-12/22/25
3- 11/3/25-12/29/25
2- 11/10/25-1/1/26
1-11/17/25-1/29/26

This fifth-floor condo is centrally located within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, and fantastic, must-visit attractions. Enjoy being near attractions that include The Track - Destin, Thrill Zone at The Track, Henderson Beach State Park, Xtreme H20, Emerald Bay Golf Club, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Air Force Armament Museum, and more. In addition to an unbeatable location, you are granted access to the resort's community amenities such as a heated outdoor pool, a BBQ area with gas grills, and a fitness center.

This gorgeous resort condo offers spectacular views of the community pool, beach, and the Gulf of Mexico from your private balcony. The interior boasts a great living area where you can spread out comfortably and watch fun shows or movies on the TV, a well-equipped kitchen with all the essentials, and a washer/dryer for your laundry needs. The primary suite offers balcony access, a TV, and an en suite bath with a jetted tub and a regular shower.

House Rules
Check-in time: 4:00 pm.
Check-out time: 10:00 am.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 5.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,286 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

111985

Frequently asked questions

How close is 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony to the airport?

This condo is 18.4 mi (31-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is 5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony to downtown Destin?

This condo is 0.4 mi away from Destin.

5th-floor condo with Gulf views, heated pool, gym, BBQ area, & private balcony Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Destin

Nice spot on the beach, right behind the Back Porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The condo has beautiful view of pool and ocean! We were thrilled to see dolphins from the balcony! The condo is spacious, very clean and well stocked. The grounds are very pretty and we like the gated parking lot. This was our second stay at Sterling Shores and we are looking to book again in the spring.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded our expectations

Everything about this place exceeded our expectations! Condo was clean and set up well with plenty of amenities, such as the chairs & wagon to use at the beach (we used them every day!). Kitchen stocked and laundry was great to have. Proximity to elevators and getting around was easy! I was nervous about this condo building not being right on the beach, but across a street. The set up was way better than I ever anticipated! Easy walk down to the pool and also easy getting across to the beach. All private for owners & guests, including the beach. Pool/condo grounds were all gated. Crowd of people around us was good. No nonsense and just other people and families trying to enjoy Destin! There were always chairs by the pool and it was never more crowded than expected. Right next door to the best place to eat in town - The Back Porch. I give this 5 stars and would book Sterling Shores again #517 in a heart beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024