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LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo

On beach with hot tub, near Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park

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Located close to Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo provides a garden, laundry facilities and a gym. Active travellers can enjoy kayaking at this condo. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathrooms115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

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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!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is prohibited by Sterling Sands

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • 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

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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.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

About the area

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Destin travel guide
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Sunrise over the Gulf of Mexico. Destin is the perfect place for vacation. Nothing really to do here except swim, relax, read and go to the swimsuit store. #beach #weekendgetaway
    Destin Beaches
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin_BigKahunasWaterandAdventurePark_6127787_04
    Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Morgan Sports Center showing a sporting event
    Morgan Sports Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park showing a sandy beach and tranquil scenes
    Henderson Beach State Park
    1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Subway
    4 min walk
  • The Back Porch
    8 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk
  • Pelican Beach Resort
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo have a pool?

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

Is LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building 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 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

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LOOK AND THEN DECIDE: Exceptional Renovated beachfront Condo Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

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

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

Scott B.

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

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

Georgie K.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

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

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

8/10 Good

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Overall very nice. Clean, quiet, comfortable. Beaches nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elvira M.

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

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

Caleb R.

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

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

Karen H.

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

Heather G.

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

Amazing stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

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

Family beach vacation

Great property renovations are nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole K.

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

Michelle B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

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

Walter G.

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

Great location!

The condo was nice, location perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great place, water was beautiful!

Everything was great, just as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

CINDY L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beach Vacation

Was good
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE B.

Great Get Away

Loved the condo and the furnishings! The master bedroom and bathroom was fabulous.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Oceanfront condo the perfect winter escape

Better than advertised. Clean, beautiful, perfect location. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

nancy m.

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

Destin

Condo was clean, lots of amenities, beach was beautiful and excellent response from owner/mgt(?) when we had a question. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Overview

Owner was outstanding in making sure our stay at the condo was best possible. We were not disappointed with the beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Great property

Unit was clean and as advertised. We really enjoyed our stay! The only issue was the water didn't stay hot enough to fill Jacuzzi tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

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

Condo 510

We loved the condo! This was the best condo we have booked. The view was amazing!!! Everything was clean and nice and neat. There’s a book the owner reads and responds to; which is awesome!! We had a great time even with not so great weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet O.

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

Fun times

Very pleasant! Water was beautiful and accommodations were nice. We left a couple of boogie boards and some beach chairs for the next visitor. One light bulb in second bathroom was trying to go out, blinked some. Made some great memories
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023