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Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502

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On the beach
Interior
A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub

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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 Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502

Top Reasons to Book this Gorgeous Condo:

* Amazing views from Beach Front Balcony  

* Gulf Front Condo 

* Heart of Destin just 3 miles from Destin Commons 

* Across from The Track and Walking distance to The Back Porch restaurant

* Free-form beachfront pool, hot tub, fitness room, and covered grills  

* On-site kayak/boogie board rentals 

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

Location and stunning views, anyone? This Gulf Front condo is located right in the heart of Destin and has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and sleeps 6. The master suite has a king, flat screen TV, and balcony access. The guest bedroom has a twin and twin over full bunk bed (sleeps 4) plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. This condo has been remodeled with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, tile flooring throughout, quartzite vanities in baths, remodeled baths, and new ceiling and tile on the balcony!  Upgrades also included new furnishings, large flatscreen TV's for downtime after beachin'. 

Enjoy the convenience this gorgeous condo affords along with stunning views of the sugar white sands and emerald water!  

**This property is not available to parties of adults under age 25. No Exceptions.**

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

*Guests should complete the online check in 3 days prior to arrival to avoid delays upon check in. Guests are charged $15+Tax for guests 5 years and older. Guests will be charged for any lost wristbands. 2 Parking Passes Max. Smoking is prohibited on the property, including the beach. There is one designated area to smoke, it’s located at the bus stop as you enter the property from Hwy 98.*

*Max guest occupancy of 6 for this unit. *

* A link to register for resort fees & parking will be emailed prior to arrival. Sterling Sands is charging $15 per guest 5 years of age or older. *

Sterling Sands is an 8-story mid-rise condo building right in the heart of Destin! With all the amenities you're craving nestled in a tropical setting, you'll love Sterling Sands! Float in the 71-foot free form pool, (heated seasonally), or soak your muscles in the outdoor hot tub. Grill up some steaks or your catch of the day in the covered barbecue/picnic area or work out in the fitness room, enjoy a spectacular sunset or sunrise over the water from your private balcony and have a vacation to remember!  You can enjoy the view of the water and the gulf front pool from your balcony. The location of this complex can't be beat, it's right across the street from The Tracks Family Recreation Center, with mini-golf and go-kart racing, and less than 1 mile from Kelly Plantation Golf Club, as well as numerous dining options, including walking distance to the Back Porch.  

There's a gulf front pool, beach side fitness room, gas grilling area, onsite kayak/boogie board rental and laundry in the condo. 

The Bed Setup

Master Bedroom: King bed
Guest Room: Twin Bed and Twin Bunk bed
Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions: 

Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest!  Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.

Wonderful location, right in the heart of Destin! Right across the street from The Track Family Recreation Center, with mini-golf, go-kart racing and bungee jumping.  Walk to the BackPorch restaurant!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets not 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

4203

About the neighborhood

Map
Destin, FL

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502 have a pool?

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

Is Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502 located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of The Track Family Recreation Center and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Henderson Beach State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Gulf Front Condo ~ Beachfront Balcony ~ Pool + Hot Tub ~ 2BR Sterling Sands 502 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard i.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Always great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaye W.

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

Great vacation spot!

This was our 2nd time staying at Sterling Sands condos, and we would certainly go back. We were very pleased with the accommodations. We had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Just as advertised... beautiful view with all the amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Katlin G.

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

Favorite Beach

Pool was awesome.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Y.

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

Great property, beautiful views

This was a great condo with beautiful views. The second bedroom was perfect for our 3 kids as well because of all the beds. Would definitely stay here again on our next getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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

Clean and convenient

We absolutely LOVED everything about our stay. So clean and convenient. Will definitely be returning soon
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Beautiful view

The view of the beautiful ocean was amazing! We loved how close we were to entertainment, food, and shopping. It was a great experience and we had a blast!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Best view and location

We loved our stay here and loved how close it was to everything! Beautiful views and loved that the beach was never too packed. Everyone was quick to respond if we had questions! We’re already taking about going back with our kids!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beckie A.

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

Good trip

It was good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Great location

Great location and well appointed condo. The only downside is the didn’t let us put up our small tent due to the “HOA Rules” for our 7 week old.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danah H.

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

Love this property

This is the second time we’ve stayed in this exact condo and the third time at Sterling Sands. It never disappoints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Great getaway that had it all

We were looking to get away from work and school and this vacation did the job. We were so happy to have a perfect view of the beach, including an angle that allowed us to watch the sunset from our balcony. The pool was just the right temperature, the hit tub was awesome. Thanks for a great place that matched the pictures and descriptions!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

Amazing View

This location is beautiful and the view off the deck is spectacular! The size of the property is perfect because there are not too many units for the beach front space. Also, this property is central to everything! We loved being right in the middle of the best restaurants and locations! I would definitely bring our family back to this resort.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bridget G.

Great facility - Lots of room

Really enjoyed Sterling Sands - Plenty of room, great pool, easy to get to the beach, close to everything we like to do in Destin and loved sitting out on the deck! The only downside was the wait for the elevators and the floors in the condo were pretty dirty (Everything else was pretty clean!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Perfect Getaway!

Our family of 7 had a wonderful time at Sterling Sands 502! Our unit was clean, decorated nicely and had all the extra items needed to make for a perfect week! We love that this unit overlooks the pool and beach. We also like the location for proximity to fun restaurants, shopping, etc! We hope to back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Paul G.

Great Condo But Needs Some Attention

This was our second time to stay at Sterling Sands and we love the property for several reasons. Its location is great for anything and everything on the Destin strip. This unit was very nice overall, however the couch is worn and very uncomfortable and some bed pillows were pitiful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Oscar G.

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

Great place. Perfect for a quick getaway!!! Excellent view of ocean.

Excellent service, communication and location. A small suggestion us to update second bedroom bunk beds. They are on need to be replace.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exactly as expected.

Have stayed at Sterling Sands many times. Never disappoints. The unit was decorated nicely, lots of upgrades. Nothing can beat the view from the balcony though. White sands and emerald waters!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

Nicely updated

Very clean and updated condo unit. Only issue was getting the entry code, but just called and the information was quickly sent.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location with a great View

My family and I really enjoyed this property. Beautiful view and modern. The only thing I would change is adding more cooking supplies pots and pans Etc. In addition some better dish cleaning supplies. Very minor and would just be a nice to have otherwise great stay and we loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Great space, great views!

Overall, we loved the space. Plenty of room for the kids and my mom in the spare room. Great ocean views. We stayed here two years ago, and the updates made since then are fantastic. Only downside, the beds are a bit uncomfortable, but that may just be we prefer firmer beds. We stayed during tropical storm Alberto, and even with a little rain, we still had plenty of opportunity to go down to the beach and pool. we love the location because it is close to everything in Destin but the condo is quiet and great for families.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Friends Getaway

The condo looked just like the pictures online and it was stocked well with appliances and dishes. There was a sweet gift upon our arrival. Super easy check in (and I'm sorry that I didn't check my email to see what I needed to do for check out - letting housekeeping know we left super early). The heated pool was our favorite spot. and the beach was beautiful. It was centrally located to many restaurants and stores. There were 4 of us and the space was perfect. We would definitely stay in this condo again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Allison K.

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

As stated online

Overall good unit ice machine and disposal could use some maintenance
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beverly K.

Awesome Vacation!

Sterling Sands is a beautiful property and centrally located! We traveled over 500 miles to Destin and could not have found a better place to stay. The property was well kept and always perfect. The unit was immaculate and provided all of our needs. The WI-FI was the only negative factor because it was very slow. That being said ... We would still return to that same unit on a repeat visit. The unit was also convenient to shopping and dining. Try it and you'll love it!

10/10 Excellent

Lynette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

502 sands

Beautiful, ocean/beach/view amazing. The beach chair rental was a disappointment as all front chairs were rented by time got there and you cannot use your own umbrella. Also no online rental option to do so in timely manner. Although 1/2 front row beach chairs were not occupied. Bed sheets didn’t fit king bed -uncomfortable beds overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023