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Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub.

Beachfront condo near Destin Beaches

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach
Interior
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4840 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, The Track Family Recreation Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

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

  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Morgan Sports Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬16 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.

Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub.

Welcome to condo 812 nestled on the top floor at Sterling Sands!

Indulge in a waterfront retreat boasting uninterrupted beach vistas, accompanied by access to a pool Heated (seasonally) and gym. This vibrant, family-oriented condo invites you to immerse yourself in the allure of the Emerald Coast. Take in the panoramic scenery from your furnished balcony, whip up culinary delights in the well-appointed kitchen, or unwind with entertainment on the sleek flatscreen TVs. Dive into relaxation with shared amenities such as a pool heated (seasonally), spa, fitness facility, and an alfresco dining area, perfect for gathering with loved ones.

Conveniently nestled off Highway 98, Sterling Sands places you within strolling distance of a variety of dining options. Start your day with a delectable breakfast at the Pancakery, savor fresh seafood at the Back Porch, or relish in the flavors of Merlin's Pizza. Thrilling adventures await nearby, with the Track Family Fun Park offering an array of entertainment from go-karts to mini-golf, while Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park promises exhilarating slides and refreshing wave pools. Golf enthusiasts will delight in the proximity of Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club, located just a stone's throw away from your vacation abode.

Guest Entry: Access to the rental is facilitated through an E-lock, requiring a unique code that is reset after each guest's stay.
Age Requirement: Renters must be 25 years or older to reserve this property.

Every guest, 5 and older, must pay the Amenity User Fee of $15.00 + tax
PACKETS NOT PRE-REGISTERED MAY NOT HAVE ACCESS TO AMENITIES OR PARKING
Wristbands are for registered guests only within CONDO MAX CAPACITY

You may not purchase extras
Vehicles must have a Sterling Sands parking pass

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 840 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

3103-263596

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. to the airport?

This condo is 24.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. to the beach?

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

Does Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub.?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub.?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. to downtown Destin?

This condo is 0.1 mi away from Destin.

Gulf front, Great Rate, Top Floor, Amazing views plus pool and hot tub. Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and right on the beach front.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PAULA J.

Great Stay

A very comfortable stay with an amazing view of the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Great view of the beach, great central location and great pool.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wes M.

Great value on the water

Overall a great stay at a great price right on the water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time!

It was clean and on the beach. Enjoyed our stay very much and would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charla H.

Great location

This unit was right on the beach and close to several great restaurants and attractions. It was clean, nicely furnished and had comfortable beds. The staff were friendly and check-in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation 2021

We had the best time at this property! It was a great location and we enjoyed watching the dolphins swim by every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Good location not to big so not over crowded. Would be nice to have a bar by the pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Great Condo!

Great location on the beach! Loved waking up every morning and sitting on the balcony to drink coffee while overlooking the ocean. Very peaceful yet right in the middle of the main road (98).
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Beautiful condo and views

Enjoyed drinking my coffee on the balcony every morning. The view was beautiful! The condo was also very clean and comfortable.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert L.

Needs an update, a little tight for 4

Good location & great amenities
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

We enjoyed our stay. The floor was a bit dirty.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I plan to come back next year.

I loved the hotel. I plan to come back next year, if there is room.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful experience

Wonderful experience
Verified

8/10 Good

Keli P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bestie's Trip

Overall it's a good little vacation spot. If you like to cook your own meals, please bring cooking utensils and pot holders, there were none available. Also, if you have small children; the traffic noise is a bit loud on the street side.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

Vacation

The room is nice and cozy everything was close to our room. Very clean and took care of.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Callye P.

Summer Trip with our Granddaughter

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the location. Located directly on the beach with easy, convenient parking. It was an easy drive to shopping, restaurants & activities. Great views. Perfect for 3 people.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo

Condo was clean and comfortable with a great view. We had all that we needed. The beach service could be better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Beautiful

The room is amazing!! the view even better. The cleanliness is second to none, property management is on top of all things. Stay here!!
Verified

8/10 Good

buck f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Are trip to destin

Wish they had a broom and mop for all the sand
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We will be back!

We will be back!
Archival

8/10 Good

Laquey M.

October 2016 Stay

Great experience!!!! My kids loved the full size bunk beds!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Homey

This unit was very nice and had everything we needed.

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