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"Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
LCD TV, DVD player, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4870 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Gym
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

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

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Henderson Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 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.

"Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9

BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!!!
A $55/day value! You get dedicated beach service for the duration of your stay - 2 chaise lounge chairs and 1 umbrella set up daily at no cost to you! (Mar 1st to Oct 31st)
Beach Service will not be included in 2026 bookings.

This beautiful 2BR/2BA condo is located on the 3rd floor of the of Sterling Sands Condominiums. Located in the very heart of Destin, the building stands 8 stories high and nestled right into the sand of our gorgeous Emerald Coast line. You can’t get better beach access than this!

Enjoy the community heated pool and hot tub at your leisure.

Destin is really the place to be! “Paradise on The Gulf” is conveniently located close to some of Destin’s best places to eat and shop. You can take a walk down the beach, or a stroll right down the street for some fun and entertainment. The location makes this property one of the most desirable places to stay in the area.

It boasts expansive views of the beach and pool from its wall-to-wall & floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors as well as its private plexiglass balcony.

You will have an instant gulf view from the moment you walk through the door. The wall-to-wall gulf-front windows display the ocean even from the kitchen! The plexiglass-protected private balcony is perfect for watching the sun set, listening to the waves, or having your morning coffee to the sun rising over the ocean. If you’re lucky, you may even spot some of Destin’s friendly dolphins.

PROFESSIONALLY DECORATED in a sophisticated color palette with quality furnishings, custom window and bed treatments, special art, and accessories. The entire unit has Luxury plank floors.

Maple kitchen cabinets with satin nickel knobs
Maple bathroom vanities
Granite counter-tops in kitchen and bathrooms
Stainless Steel Appliances
All new sinks – kitchen & baths
New satin nickel faucets in kitchen and bathrooms
New satin nickel bath hardware
Mirrored wall

The unit accommodates 4.
Please note that this is the smaller 2BR/2BA floor plan in the building which accommodates only 4 (including all adults and children).

Master bedroom features a king size bed with attached full bath including over-sized tub and shower. It has a Samsung LCD TV and DVD player.

The second very small bedroom now has a new queen sized bed and a full bath. It has a LCD smart TV and a DVD player. The bathroom is shared from the living area. While there is no in-built closet in the room, there is a wardrobe in the room.

The Living room sofa converts into a queen bed.

Living Room has a Samsung LCD TV and DVD player.

Kitchen is well appointed with pots, pans, dishes, silverware.

There is a stackable washer and dryer as well as a large pantry for your convenience.

Towels and linens as well as a starter kit of dish soap/powder, and toiletries are provided.

Please NOTE:
You will pay a $15 per person fee (for your entire stay - not per day) to use the amenities at the property. This amount will have to paid directly to the HOA office.

AMENITIES:
380 feet of pristine beach
71-foot free form pool (heated seasonally)
Outdoor spa/hot tub
Fitness Center
Covered barbecue area with picnic table
Beach service (available in season)
Close to amusements, golf, shopping & restaurants
On property parking
Free 5G Wi-Fi internet access

'NO SMOKING' , 'NO ANIMALS WHATSOEVER' and 'Maximum 4 person' policy will be VERY STRICTLY ENFORCED (No Exceptions).

Please note there is No SMOKING inside the condo or on the balcony.
Violation of any of these 3 policies will result in immediate eviction as well as forfeiture of your entire security deposit plus additional charges for cleaning and damages.

Keywords: Condo Beachfront Oceanfront

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Very strict No Smoking (inside or on balcony)

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 870 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Very strict no pets by HOA

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Strict no parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Very strict No Smoking (inside or on balcony)

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
Note from host: Strict no parties
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Strict no parties For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 to the airport?

This condo is 17.8 mi (30-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 to the beach?

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

Does "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Aug 2-9 to downtown Destin?

This condo is 0.1 mi away from Destin.