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Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Beaches
    5 min walk
  • Morgan Sports Center
    7 min walk
  • The Track Family Recreation Center
    11 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    4 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar

Sterling Shores 403

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Sterling Shores 403 is exactly the right place you need to create memories of your trip to Florida that will last a lifetime! Located at Sterling Shores Resort, you can take advantage of the shared on-site amenities available that include swimming pools, a fitness center, a grill area to show off your BBQ skills, even a seasonal poolside snack shack! Breathtaking Gulf and beach views are something you'll definitely enjoy. Everyone will love their time at Sterling Shores!

What’s nearby:
Sterling Shores is located just off Highway 98 and is just a short walk to many beach dining experiences such as The Pancakery and The Back Porch. If you’re looking to fill your fridge or pick up some supplies, Sterling Shores is just down the road from many popular retailers such as Target, Whole Foods, and Walmart. Looking to hit the Links? Check out the fabulous Indian Bayou Golf & Country club.

THINGS TO KNOW
Full kitchen w/dishwasher
Free WiFi
Parking on-site (parking passes included)
Non-smoking property

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



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
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. The Track Family Recreation Center and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk
  • Morgan Sports Center - 7 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 15 min walk
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnificent waterfront condo w/private balcony, shared pool, gym, & snack bar located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Alyssa T.

403 did not disappoint! Lots of seating available to entertain
Easy access to the two pools, beach access, and of course the restaurant, the Back Porch. (Don't forget to get coupons in the booklet in lobby.) Balcony looks out to the Back Porch restaurant and also the ocean. Great balcony furniture too! 2 lounge chairs, 2 cushioned sitting chairs, and a 4-person table for your coffee and breakfast in the morning. Lots of seating available; large couch for family time after a long day at the beach, large dining room table, and bar stools. Very spacious closets, which even had a few hangers and a pack-n-play for a baby. The master closet was so big that it even had a picture hanging in it and an extra dresser which was helpful. The Master bedroom and Queen bedrooms both were very comfortable and had ample storage and surface place. Master bedroom was well decorated. The twin bed was a little squeaky, but doable. It also had a trundle bed below it that was not advertised. There were extra blankets and pillows that were nice to have. I would rent again. Kitchen included a toaster, microwave, coffee maker, mugs, plates, etc. and enough kitchen Pyrex items to cook and eat if needed. I also loved how they had a small hutch near the kitchen which we used for a pantry that was easy access for the kids snacks. The entry had a small table that was useful for a drop zone for sunglasses and sunscreen. The laundry room had hooks, an ironing board, iron, etc.

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Fall Break
The condo was very spacious and had all we needed and more! Great pools, easy beach access, plenty of green space, and the PERFECT location! Easy walk to great restaurants, the Candy Maker, and The Track. We had the BEST time and will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Audrey H.

Great
Great for a family of six!
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6/10 Okay

Corrine K.

Kitchen needs more
Great location but when needed help on appliances, I wasn’t helped. I was told a keurig would be provided. Some bought K cups. When we arrived, after shopping, it wasn’t the right coffee maker. The toaster didn’t work, there was no oven kits. No salt/pepper, no major knives for cutting watermelon that we bought. The kitchen appliances need an overhaul
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel L.

Perfect
Complete open floor plan, spacious rooms, convenience of all restaurants. Loved the large washer & dryer units. Will definitely book again! Thank you! Family of Six
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8/10 Good

Dale T.

Needs TLC.
Nice bedroom, comfortable beds. Real nice living Room, large laundry room. I really like the view.
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10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Pretty nice stay
I love how the room was set up, the view from the balcony. The appliances was great ! It was really beautiful, and would definitely come back to visit
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8/10 Good

Ryan B.

Good place
Very convenient to get to beach. Pools were very nice. Awesome ice maker. Great accommodations for cooking our own food. Grills onsite. Spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lorene D.

Mini Vacation
The view was amazing and the decorations were so modern and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Saravanan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property for family and friends. We loved the stay and will recommend this. Super clean with new appointments. Master bed and guest Queen bed in good condition. Beach is 3mins walk right behind the Backporch restaurant, so great location at a good price. Third bedroom needs some uplift to the mattress and the owner should change the bedding set. It squeaks so you will wake up several times at nite due to the noise. Kitchen paper towels were not restocked and it appears to be a miss by the cleaning crew. Despite the above I still rate this property very high and recommend for future guests.

8/10 Good

Ericka M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday Girl's Trip
Communication regarding this property was very timely and received responses to my questions pretty quick. Unit was large enough for 5 women. The Unit could use a bit of updating for sure. A cloth sectional sofa is in the family room which had spots throughout so we had to cover it with a sheet to feel comfortable while sitting on it. The balcony gave us a beautiful view but the patio furniture cushions were spotty as well so we just used the table and chairs that didn't have cushions. The cleaning staff left a Zevo Ant, Roach, and Fly bottle on the breakfast bar and you could see were they sprayed around the floors which left them slippery in places. That wasn't a good look and led us to wonder if they've experienced problems in the past and left us pretty nervous. The beds are squeeky so if you toss and turn throughout the night, just be mindful of that. The ceiling fan in the front bedroom shook and ticked all night long. We couldn't figure out how to work the TV in the family room but all others worked with no problem. Guidance on which remote works with what would have been helpful. Overall, our stay was short and decent for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
We loved this property, excellent location and the pool is cool! The condo was beautiful and comfortable, we got lucky to get the beach view and I love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Korrie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
We will come back. Great location! Great place space. We checked in at 4 but the cleaner crew was still there until 4:45pm. It would have been nice to have been provided extra time on the check out day. But this will not stop me from coming back to stay in this unit. I do understand that many people are short of help! Also, there was an issue with a restroom. We called maintenance and they came right up! Super responsive! Overall A-😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Great Place and Location!
It was great! Very nice room, it was clean and very spacious. We had 6 adult and 2 kids, 2 and under and it was perfect. Short walk to the beach and close to the stores.

10/10 Excellent

Robin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Sterling Shores
Great condo. Great location. Would recommend supplying a few more towels in the condo. Thanks for a great vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week stay
Great spot convenient to shopping and stores. Beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location but could use some improvements
Great location! Easy walk to the beach and personal fave, The Back Porch! Condo overall was great! Place was gorgeous and the patio was amazing! Few things to note: when we got there all the dishes were dirty, we had to hand wash everything before we used it. The ice maker in the fridge/freezer didn’t work. Cookware could use some updating. There was poor lighting in the twin room. In the twin room, there was makeup stains on one of the pillows. Also, the description of the room with twin beds is deceiving. You think you get two twin beds but it’s a twin bed with a trundle underneath. Overall great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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6/10 Okay

Sharon J.

Nice enough but over priced.
Overall this is a nice enough rental if you aren’t a clean freak and don’t have to have things new and improved. The pictures present it as nicer than as is. Location is nice and close to multiple food/shopping options. Good view of the ocean from multiple aspects of the balcony which seems undersold. Communication is available but seems unorganized. It was made clear no early check in or outs but in other place said they offered it. I was thankful on my checkout day I was in fact able to get late check out.. but this is at a fee. The most obnoxious inconvenience is if you arrive early they will not let you place your bags in the room nor hold them for you regardless if the room is empty or not. Be prepared to carry your luggage around until a late 4pm check in. The back porch restaurant was nice enough to help us figure that out. Last us the cleanliness and wear and tear of the condo… be prepared for it to look lived in. Dirt marks here and there, dirty finger prints on the doors, worn paint and marks on walls, furniture in disrepair and with an overall appearance of excessive wear and tear/dirty. The kind of thing you would see in a thrift store or on the curb for pick to the dump. The beds are very firm to hard as a rock and very squeaky. Of you are a plush soft bed or toss and turn type of person expect to get little sleep. Overall it’s fair. Condo rentals are never perfect it’s over priced and in no shape or for luxurious. I’d compare it to a Holiday or Redroof inn for comparison which doesn’t cost 1600$ for 4 nights during off season.

10/10 Excellent

Destry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Excellent perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

James B.

Amazing
This is a great location with friendly people…it really feels like home…I recommend anyone to come enjoy this atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

A+ Condo!
Beautiful condo! We have stayed in several over the years and this one might be one of my favorites! Well decorated and well stocked. We felt right at home instantly. Will be back!

8/10 Good

Laura O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
403
We enjoyed our stay. However I do think the property itself needs some cleaning. I do understand it was very crowded- but it seemed like there was a lot of trash on the grounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Lisa M., Woodstock ga

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Poor Cleaning
The location was great, close to beach and restaurants. The unit was not very clean. There was a lot dust, dirty utensils, beds were uncomfortable. Balcony furniture was dirty and to big for the space. We had to keep AC temp at 72 degrees with 5 people! Coffee machine broke.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We loved the location; right next to the beach. And a close drive to a lot of activities. Could of be a little cleaner but over all I don’t have any complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

April M.

Location, Location, Location!!
When our family comes to Destin, we spend most of our time at the beach, not the hotel or condo, so our standards may not be the same as others. That said, this place was clean, and nicely decorated. I really cannot complain about much. The only thing (and it's really small) was the screen door to the master bedroom sliding door was loose and so when it was windy we could hear it hitting the glass doors while we slept. My husband pushed a chair in front of it and, problem solved. Oh, and did I mention the location. It was great. Such a short walk to the beach that even our elderly guest with bad knees, had no trouble at all. Close to everything. Across the street from The Track as well.

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