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Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd

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Luxurious condo, directly on the beach and Gulf of Mexico
As the sun rises, the pool and hot tub glow below
View from the balcony, looking East over the property and beach
The 87-degree  pool overlooks the Gulf, for comfortable swimming year-round.
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationBig Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park11 min walk
  • Popular LocationMorgan Sports Center13 min walk
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)19 min walk
  • Popular LocationDestin Harbor Boardwalk6 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd

This condo has an ultra-private lanai overlooking our private beach and Gulf of Mexico--each photo has been taken from the actual unit you'd be renting, #408. This beachfront is one of the nicest, widest fine-sand beaches in all of Destin. The nightly rate includes free daily reserved beach chair/umbrella service March 1-Oct. 31, as well as all occupancy, amenity usage and parking fees (all paid by the owner and included in your nightly rate--no hidden fees upon arrival). Sterling Sands is not only directly on the Gulf of Mexico, we are known for our beautiful, heated pool.

King bed in primary bedroom with bunk beds in second bedroom, all ceramic tile and carpeting in the bedrooms. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances and full bathrooms with tubs, a Jacuzzi & granite sink-tops.

There are 3 very large flat screen TV's, and the LR has a sleeper couch that has an awesome thick mattress when pulled out (it's a Cozy Mattress®), which allows for comfortable sleeping quarters for up to 4 adults or children in total. Open-style breezeway halls and 2 elevators and stairs if you prefer.

Watch dolphins on the comfortable, easy to move around lanai furniture (can even put portable table on Lanai for breakfast!) from this beautiful 4th floor perspective-not too high so you can't see the beach, not too low so people can see in. There is a fitness center and the pool is heated to 87 degrees year-round. You can have family gatherings using the gas grills provided by the building in the gazebo or just enjoy the widest, powder-soft sand beach Destin has to offer.

When you compare our 380 feet of beach and 110 unit building to others, you'll see you get much more beach for your own quiet enjoyment than anywhere else.

Absolutely no pets of any size, sorry. Also, "no emotional support animals". With advanced documentation we happily accept "service dogs", which I can clear with management ahead of time.

I've arranged for professional cleaning by a local company and please keep in mind this is a private condo building and not a hotel---there is no room service, additional towels, or bell-hop.

Prices and minimum nights' stay requirements are subject to change for future dates, prior to a firm reservation. Once your reservation is in place, nothing changes and your reservation is secure. If you have specific dates in mind please don't hesitate to use the "instant book" feature on this website so your dates don't get shut out.

Max Occupancy: 4 Humans (meaning, 4 adults OR children/babies, as per fire code) Please note: There is absolutely no way to add any more guests than 4 humans in total; there is a physical check-in process, security, and resort wristbands required (all included in the room rate) and you will forfeit your payments if you attempt to have more than 4 guests.

Parking is off street, free and more than ample with 240 spaces!

Property manager

Liz Harris
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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
Children count, meaning total persons allowed is 4

Events

No events allowed
See me for details

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on balcony either, as per building rule
From 3/1-10/31 beach service is pre-paid each day for you (2 chairs + 1 umbrella) but no personal umbrellas may be added, though adding chair is okay.
There is no smoking in the unit or on the balcony (enforced). At the front of property along U.S. 98, is a covered smoking area and has a bench.

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
Note from host: See me for details
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 11 min walk
  • Morgan Sports Center - 13 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive
  • Destin Commons - 4 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd?

As of 29 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd on 20 July 2024 start from AU$1,192.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Condo on Gulf of Mexico, warm pool, beach service & resort fees inc'd located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo is within a 15-minute walk of The Track Family Recreation Center, Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Destin
Great location in Destin, easy access to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Beautiful view
Very clean and well equipted condo. Nice to have washer and dryer within the condo. It was also nice to have prepaid beach chairs and umbrella. The views were amazing and the owner was great with communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micaela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
Property and complex were very clean, great location, and everyone we came in contact with was super friendly and helpful! We had everything we needed there to fix meals and it was kid friendly. The beach service was such a thoughtful added touch. Liz was so nice and we so appreciate her hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation 2024
We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat
Liz's place was spectacular for our short getaway! She had everything prepared so our check-in was completely seamless. The building and facilities were great. We used the on-site gas grills multiple times and they were clean and well-maintained. The pool was a dream and the beach service was second to none! As others have noted, some accommodations are a bit dated, but everything was clean. The two large TVs were quite old and seemed to have a color distortion but they do not change my five star rating! I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo in Destin
We had a wonderful time staying in Destin! The condo is just as described and in a great location. We were close to so many good restaurants and lots of shopping. It was the perfect size for our family of four. The beach service was so nice and loved the heated swimming pool! Liz was great to communicate with and very helpful. We will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deb
Our stay was excellent ! Liz Harris our hostess, took care of every detail . The Sterling Sands is an top notch facility The condo unit and the facilities were very clean . We did Uber and had delivery of food and and groceries items with no problem. I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and great view
Our family of four spent a spring break in early April at the property. Everything was exactly as pictured. The balcony had a gorgeous view and a lot of privacy. The heated pool was awesome. The private beach was clean and not overcrowded like the nearby beaches (by the high rise buildings). Liz is a great host. She makes sure her guests have everything they need to enjoy their stay. The communication was excellent. Liz took care of our registrations so the pool wristbands were available upon arrival. The two beach chairs and an umbrella were also included in the package. It was very nice to have our own reserved spot every morning. The location was great. Walking distance to the restaurant right on the beach and the go cart place across the street. Not too far from the Destin Harbor village. Out of all the places we have initially considered it was definitely the best choice within our budget. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
It was all so perfect! Location was amazing the beach chairs were the best! The condo itself amazing! Super comfortable bed. Host was so accommodating and always available when needed. Will be back for longer next time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break Trip
Liz was so easy to communicate with and was very organized in providing expectations and information. She even included recommendations on restaurants and things to do. Condo was as shown in pictures- beautiful view of beach and pool area. Condo was professionally cleaned as mentioned. It was perfect for my husband and I but would have been great for a family of 4.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location awesome amenities
This complex has a fantastic location with it's own beach front and near by food and entertainment. The apartment is well appointed with all the cook ware we needed. We also used the provided common grills several times. The kids enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Both were impeccably maintained while we were there. The HOA staff/security were very friendly and helpful. When we return to Destin, this will be a rental we'll look for again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
Perfect location: right on the beach and clear view of the whole coast from the balcony. Super easy to check in, excellent communication from host. Pool and hot tub were clean (we saw the pool boy scrubbing and maintaining it every morning!). Pool was warm despite the chilly January evenings. Property has very comfortable beds and linens and a well stocked kitchen for whatever you want to cook. Lounge area has plenty of seating. Bathrooms are dated but perfectly functional. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
Our stay at this property was great! The condo was perfect for the 4 of us. Beachfront a was beautiful!! The pool and the hot tub were perfect! The property owner was so nice! We had no problems or issues with anything! She had us all set up for the week!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Nice little unit, clean and great views! Will definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Time
We needed a time to rest as I pastor a small church and run a carpentry business. Thank you again for the opportunity to do so in your condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roshonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay in Amazing area
We enjoyed this property! Prime location and the view was worth it! The owner Liz was very responsive. Everything was very convenient. The staff were extremely helpful. We plan to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaye C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, beautiful beach, super convenient location
First, Liz is super responsive to any questions we had and was great to deal with. The place is nice and well equipped. Especially loved that her rental included the beach service (umbrella and 2 chairs)!! Balcony overlooks the pool area and a great view of the beach, which is beautiful.Loved having a washer/dryer in the unit. Location is super convenient to everything. There is a little road noise from the highway, but I took a sound machine and it wasn't an issue at all. All around great experience, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this nice condo. The view from the 4th floor was awesome and the pool and beach couldn't be better! Communication with the property owner, Liz, was very good as well. We would definitely rent this condo again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and location
The condo itself is clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The location is great. Food and shopping are close if you want to head out. The beach is not overly crowded. We had a nice chair setup and enjoyed time in the sun and surf. Communication with the owner was the best I have had with any VRBO. We already plan to stay here the next time we come to Destin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Destin Vacation
Liz was so wonderful and her condo was terrific! We definitely enjoyed our stay here. The view of the Gulf and the beach was wonderful from the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach
Everything was nice. Inside condo was as pictured. Beach service was great! Short walk to the beach. The noise from the street was loud. Concrete area around pool needed power washing. Overall good.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sudhir p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
We enjoyed our stay at the condo. The condo was on the beach and had a beautiful view. It was well maintained. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Definitely will go back there. One of our fav. Places to stay in Destin.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway
Overall we had a great week and the condo was perfect for our family. The beach chairs and umbrella were an amazing bonus. The beds were comfortable and the smaller bedroom fit our daughters pack n play perfectly. The condo was extremely clean and had everything we needed including extra beach toys in the closet and plenty of dishes. If we had to name a con it would be that the kitchen water took awhile to get hot so it took longer to wash dishes! Overall we would give it a 5 star week and absolutely will try to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ocean view
We loved the view and saw dolphins while on the balcony. This is a great condo and location. The owner is very communicative and helpful. It was very nice having beach chairs and umbrella set out every day for ourselves. We loved all the activity and restaurants nearby too.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

karen j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Loved sitting on balcony & watching beach, birds, and waves. Top twin mattress uncomfortable & living-room could use some updating. Liz was great to work with & very helpful & responsive. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Liz Harris

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I'm the ultimate beach lover. Anything 'beach' as long as I'm facing directly to the ocean or Gulf and I can hear the surf. I like fun activities nearby too and fabulous restaurants and pubs. I'm a native New Yorker living in Kentucky for the last 30 years, but you can bet I'm visiting one of my beach places...Destin, Naples, Montauk or Isle of Palms...as often as possible.

Why they chose this property

Destin offers more than just the beach. It's easy to fly into or drive to, and has everything you need either a short walk or drive away, including the incredibly unique Harborwalk Village. Where else can you get world-class fishing, restaurants, shopping, golfing and powder-white sand steps away? You can catch the sunrise AND sunset from my private lanai. A very short beach walk away is famous and delicious 'The Back Porch'. Across the street is a totally stocked liquor store and next door to the liquor store is Merlin's Pizza. To vacation here is to have the best beach, the most gorgeous 4th floor views, while having the necessities nearby and convenient.

What makes this property unique

When I walked onto the Sterling Sands private beach and saw the dazzling turquoise surf, I knew I'd found the ultimate beach get-away. The updated kitchen and baths cinched it for me and the kids couldn't wait to sleep in the bunk beds made up just for them. There is also a fitness center, a meeting room with a kitchen for parties, outdoor grilling area, beautiful grounds and I have a maintenance team on-site for your needs. Also, I am always very easy to reach and will strive to make your vacation wonderful and memorable.

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