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On the beach
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 691 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

At this condo you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Destin Beaches and within 15 minutes of Henderson Beach State Park. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and condo features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park and gym. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a lift.
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What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Henderson Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

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 penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more

Sterling Shores PH16

Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'

Sterling Shores is under renovation for a beautification project in which they are working on all balconies and walkways to the condos. Due to this beautification process, one pool closest to the building may close in November very briefly. No other amenities will be affected. Renovations are currently in progress Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The renovation is set to be finished by 1/29/2026. If bad weather interferes with the beautification process, renovations could continue into February. If there are any updates, I will let you know. We have blocked down the units that are primarily affected by this construction. June-Labor Day is painting the exterior and should not cause much of a disturbance. After Labor Day, you may experience floor grinding noise and dust. We are sincerely sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you and we hope you enjoy your stay!
Balcony Closure Dates By Stack
(Example of stack 219 up to PH19)
19- 9/8/25-11/16/25
18 & 17- 9/15/2025-12/20/25
16 & 15- 9/22/25-11/17/25
14 & 13- 9/29/25-11/27/25
12 & 11- 10/06/25-12/01/25
10 & 9- 10/13/25-12/08/25
8 & 7- 10/20/25- 1/8/26
6 & 5 & 4- 10/27/25-12/22/25
3- 11/3/25-12/29/25
2- 11/10/25-1/1/26
1-11/17/25-1/29/26

Forget about everything and enjoy the sun, ocean, sand, and entertainment right at Sterling Shores Resort! Offering a prime location moments away from the beach, therefore, incredible water views from your private patio, awesome swimming pools available for everyone, a community grill area to show off your grilling skills and maybe surprise your group with a delicious cookout, a seasonal poolside snack shack, and more! 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. Looking for some outdoors entertainment? Big Kahuna offers great adventure parks, water slides, kiddie slides, lazy rivers, and more! 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
Free WiFi
Parking on-site (Parking Passes included)
Non-smoking property
Guests will receive a complimentary beach set up (two chairs and one umbrella daily). This service is seasonal, meaning from March 15th to November 15th.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 10.



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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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
  • Barbecue grill

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 977 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more?

Yep, Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more is a short 5-minute walk from Destin Beaches. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

Does Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more?

No, Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more?

There isn't one on site, but Indian Bayou Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

Reviews

Gulf front penthouse w/shared pools, snack back, community grill & more Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacay

I can't get over how clean the room was. By far the best trip to Destin I've had in while because of cleanliness, location, view, and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

justin s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week in Destin!

We had a great time on our annual family trip to Destin meeting up with family from the MS Gulf coast. This was our forth year staying at Sterling Shores and we loved our unit this time. The view from the PH floor was the best we've had and discovering the side elevator as a short cut was helpful. Outside of small issues with leaking sinks and the washing machine needing fixed, I would call it a perfect stay and we would like to rent the same unit for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great location to both beach and restaurants.The property looks large but is very cozy. The upper units have great views of the ocean, and the lower units have nice views of the beautifully landscaped pool and garden areas. The building is showing its age, as was the unit we stayed in, but it seemed to be well kept. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable beach condo

This is our third stay at Sterling Shores, but the first time in this unit. We only used the master king bed and found it to be very comfortable. The condo had everything we needed for a great beach-oriented vacation. Handy laundry appliances, well-appointed kitchen, balcony with comfy furniture and great view. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tonia V., Fair Grove USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Penthouse View Overlooking beautiful pool/grounds

The unit was clean and the beds and living room furniture were very comfortable. The patio was spacious and had lots of good patio furniture to use. It's the penthouse but you will not get any sunset views from this location. Because of the placement of the resort there are too many other high buildings blocking the views to the the West. It has easy access to the beach and beach service came with the unit. You have to go down each morning and reserve your chair and they don't open till 9am. I went down the day before and they would not reserve ours for the next day. So it holds up breakfast activities so you can go down there and wait for them to give you your assigned spot. Otherwise you won't get a front row position.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shalissa k.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great visit. Clean room and great views!

Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness

PH 16

Condo was clean and well stocked. Great location and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness

PH16 Was GREAT!

This condo had everything we needed. Great access to beach and had two amazing pools. Gym was small but allowed for a decent work out. Parking was easy and we were always able to be near the elevator closest to our room. Location allowed easy access to wonderful restaurants, grocery stores, etc. I would definitely come back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Khalia T., Morrow

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice view

Easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa T.

Liked: Cleanliness

👨‍👩‍👧👨‍❤️‍👨

It was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

melissa S.

Awesome View

Great unit Awes
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Rose L.

Not maintained

The view is amazing! Sterling Shores is in a great location, but this unit is being neglected. The microwave door was broken, the shower in the master is leaking, the mattress in the 2nd bedroom is lumpy with springs poking out, and when I requested oven mitts and and a dish drainer, I was told the owner didn't have to provide that. The oven was filthy upon or arrival. They came to clean it during our stay and our unit reeked afterwards. If it wasn't for this beautiful view, I'd give less stars. I'm sorry the owner is having to pay for this unit to be mishandled this way.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Liz B., Dallas, TX

Beatiful views of the beach!!!

The condo we stayed in was absolutely adorable! We loved how close we were to the beach and that there was also a big swimming pool for the kiddos. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017