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LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo

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Interior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
A heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1240 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

When you stay at this condo in Destin, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. .This beach condo is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Miramar Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.

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) - 30 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
  • ‪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.

LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo

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NO MONTHLY RENTALS. This condo is on the Destin Beach and direct Gulf-front. Bought and Gutted completely and renovated in 2013 June and bathrooms renovated again in 2020. This unit sets a new standard for upgrades in the building. It is a reno done right from new custom cherry wood cabinetry and granite countertops, new furniture, new appliances new LED TVs, new flooring, new AC, new paint, light and hardware, doors to even installing new doorhinges to new dishes and changing to a smooth ceiling from a prior popcorn style. All done to make your stay feel special. With comfortable sleeping arrangements for 6, this unit offers breathtaking views and an unbeatable proximity to a private paradise.

Sterling Sands is an 80 unit newly upgraded beach front retreat located directly on the Gulf of Mexico in the heart of Destin. This platinum plus rated fifth floor condo unit sets a new standard for the building. It is 50% bigger than some of the other 'Two' bedroom condos in the building. You can relax and enjoy the panoramic view of the 380 foot stretch of beach from the spacious balcony. With only 80 units there is always easy access to and from the spacious beach front. Feel your stress and tension melt away into the cool calm water, or be kissed by the sun while laying on the pristine soft sands. Mix it up with a stop in the newly upgraded pool and heated whirlpool.

The newly remodeled modern gourmet kitchen has warm cherry wood cabinets, granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. There is beautiful high end upscale wood grained tile flowing throughout the home. The unit has a full size washer and dryer. New wall mounted LED TVs are installed in all bedrooms and living room, and blue-ray DVD players accompanying all TVs. Newly upgraded free WiFi service is available to make your stay more comfortable. This platinum plus unit features a luxurious fully tiled rain shower and a separate jetted jacuzzi. There are beautifully upgraded cabinetry and fixtures with quartz countertops in the bathrooms. The master suite offers a stunning view of the Gulf with direct access to the balcony and a walk-in closet. Maintenance is located on the property ; We use a door access code so there is no hassle of keeping up with keys.

There is new high end furniture in all rooms of the home. The unit houses a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed and twin bunks beds in the second bedroom, and a queen bed sofa sleeper in the living room with comfortable mattresses and pillows.

Sterling Sands is near attractions, shopping, fine restaurants, and right on the sugar white sands of Destin Beach, the perfect place to see dolphins frolic.
You are just a short 10 minute beach walk to the restaurant Back Porch, save room for the Candy Shop. Directly across the street you can find Pizza, Subs, large beverage store, and ice cream/yogurt. If you forget your toys or beach wear a large beach store is right across the street. Short walk and you are at 'The Track' a young & young at heart entertainment park. As you know good food , golf ,fishing, jet skis/boat rentals for gulf or bay and shopping abound in Destin.

Destin Commons is a 10 minute drive to the east with great shopping, and the Rave Theater with a great Bass Pro store. For food or your other needs there is a Walmart or Fresh Market and many other specialty stores within proximity. Be sure to take a drive along old 98 east and see the beaches.

Silver Sands, a large factory outlet mall, is located within a few miles. In addition, the brand new Destin Commons outdoor shopping mall is at the corner of the Mid Bay Bridge and Highway 98. Destin Commons has a huge movie theater complex, Hard Rock Cafe, Bass Pro Fishing shop, Johnnie Rockets, and all the mall shops you have come to know and love in a beautiful outdoor setting (don’t forget your sun block!).

Before Destin was a vacation and tourist spot, it was a fishing town. If you are interested in doing some fishing while in Destin, Fort Walton Beach has just built a new fishing pier, and deep sea fishing is right up the street!

If you like road trips, take a drive down 30-A to Seaside, Rosemary Beach, and see everything in between for some spectacular sightseeing. Also located eight miles east on the bay side of the Sandestin Resort is the newly erected Baytowne Wharf area. Here you will find more shopping and great restaurants overlooking the Choctowatchee Bay. For the kids, Baytowne Wharf offers bungee jumping, dune buggies, go carts, and a water park right across the street, or drive a couple miles east on Highway 98 and you’ll find a great amusement park. If you want to feel like you have really gotten your money's worth, and have never been to Destin, now is the time to go. No matter how long you stay, it is never enough.

The Emerald Coast was recently picked as the #1 Beach in America by USA Today readers and selected for the 12th year in a row as the “Best Beach in the South” and “Top Family Destination” by Southern Living readers!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a hot tub and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this condo include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is prohibited by Sterling Sands

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,240 square feet

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Amenity fee of $15.00+tax to pay to HOA for each person 5 years and older for parking passes and wristbands for the pool, hot tub, gym, beach area.
Two Beach chairs and an umbrellas can be rented from the beach attendants for $55 for one day. If you rent for two or more days, it is $50 per day.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is prohibited by Sterling Sands

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela J., Johnson City

Liked: Cleanliness
The balcony alone was worth it! Love having access to the private beach area. The condo was very clean and the host was communicative. A few tips: bring extra TP, trash bags, Laundry and Dishwasher detergent. Bring your own beach towels and puzzles/games. There were some extra sand toys, boogie boards and even a little cooler at the time of our visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unit and building amenities. Super convenient location. Had the best week here and would live to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE VIEW Is everything! I would stay here again in a heartbeat. It’s a very clean condo, that’s close to lots of food options and that has a ton of fun activities to do near by. The walk to the beach is less than 10 minutes. It was a perfect stay. Thank you for having us! And Thank you again for being such a responsive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catrina & Curtis W.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Juergen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - lots of good restaurants . Great pool & beach. Would highly recommend. Have stayed at Sterling Sands lots of times & this unit is one of our favs!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimi P.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall our family of 4 had an enjoyable time staying in this 5th floor unit at Sterling Sands. The pros were the location directly on the beach and close to shops/restaurants, open layout design, comfortable beds, large terrace with amazing view, the pool, the well equipped kitchen with tons of utensils and cookware, the small cooler to bring down to the beach as well as a few chairs, Boagie boards and noodles. Also watching dolphins and turtles swim and air force jets fly by were highlights. We were also able to check in early which was a pleasant surprise and the ladies at the front desk were very nice and had our welcome packet all prepared. The Porch restaurant is only a quick 10 minute walk down the beach and was perfect for a lunch and cocktails. The cons were the cleanliness of the unit (hair in bathroom, dirty toilet, greasy fingerprints on cabinets in kitchen, bathing suits left in the closet, dirty glass on the terrace and a/c vents filled with dust.) The decor is nice but the furniture and carpets need a serious deep cleaning. Also I can't understand why a beach rental doesn't provide beach towels! Thankfully I asked before we arrived and we packed our own but it was a hassle fitting them in our luggage. Also, it would've been nice to have more than 1 roll of paper towel, 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom and at least salt and pepper in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great! Beach was nice and the room was exactly as described in pictures. Everything was clean and the location is near everything in Destin. We had a great end of summer family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl C., Hernando ms

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach vacation

Great property renovations are nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

The condo was clean and perfect for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great condo

Condo and grounds were clean and well managed. Staff were helpful. Great location, short distance from many restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Condo

We really enjoyed this condo. The view was amazing and there were a lot of cooking utensils available. There was a washer and dryer, beach toys, floaties, chairs, a small cooler for the beach. We really had a great stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This condo and view of the Gulf was absolutely fabulous. Very clean and well stocked with tons of kitchen supplies! Easy access to pool, beach and on-site gym! AJ was an excellent host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay!!

This is our 5th straight year staying in a Sterling Sands condo and this one did not disappoint. The condo is recently updated and very nice! Plenty of amenities in the condo and we loved the outdoor table and lounge chairs. The complex is getting new hurricane doors so there was some construction noise during the weekdays by the pool but that’s just a sign of a the complex taking care to update the properties. We will be booking this one again for our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

Great location, great condo, and a fantastic vacation!! The condo is perfect for a small family and we loved the location (walking distance to The back Porch and mini golf)! The beach service was a big perk! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beachfront!

The condo was right on the beach which was the selling point for us! The only downside was the cleaners didn’t do a great job. The cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms looked like they had never been cleaned, I had to wipe off toothpaste splatters in the master bath, and the fingerprints on the fridge and kitchen cabinets. The glass on the balcony was foggy and dirty with footprints on it. It would have been nice to be able to see through that. The ice maker in the wet bar never worked and the one in the kitchen would melt the ice together in big chunks. We also couldn’t find the switch to the garbage disposal. The condo itself was very spacious and just like the pictures. The kitchen had everything you would need which was great. I just think the owner needs to double check the cleaners because it seems like they are lazy and half clean. The night time pool supervisor was rude the first day about the wristbands but he was the only one that seemed to care if you wore it or not. The guys at the beach chair rental were rude unless you tipped them and they only gave you a good spot if you tipped and they would verbally let you know.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

We loved the location, views were great, unit was clean and spacious for our family. I would definitely rent this unit again. Gorgeous beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elvira M.

Liked: Cleanliness

5th Floor dream

The condo was clean and beautiful with all upgrades. The view is spectacular. Communications with owner and HOA very responsive. The beach service and parking are the cherry on top.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had a great stay! Very clean and well furnished, had everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. The heated pool was great, and the beach was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Nice condo, and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CINDY L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

Was good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Wife Happy Life

Exceeded our expectations. My wife and I celebrated our 30 year anniversary. I planned the trip and my wife was extremely pleased with my selection. We thoroughly enjoyed our week. The property was perfect in every way. Would not hesitate to do it again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023