Beachfront Condo in the Heart of Destin
Apartment in Destin, FL
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this apartment rental
New to the Salt Water Vacations family of Vacation Homes!
Sterling Shores is one of the most sought-after locations in the Destin area. Located in the heart of Destin, it is the perfect place for the ideal family beach vacation. Once you arrive, you will find you are conveniently close to everything your family will want to do.
Sterling Shores Resort 902 is a premier condo in Destin, FL, located inside a beautiful resort with over 9,000 square feet of tropical landscaping, a 4,300 square foot heated Lagoon style pool, a private beach, and all the amenities a family could want. This elegantly decorated condo was recently renovated, featuring stainless steel appliances and a tile floor. The unit offers a beautiful Gulf view from the living area and the Master bedroom. The Master bedroom has a King size bed, a large private bath, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a Queen size bed, the third bedroom has a full bed, and there is a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living area.
Sterling Shores Resort also offers several unique amenities. The complex has an exercise room. During the summer months, Sterling Shores provides fun activities for the children.
Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means free admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Destin has to offer! You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in free fun
Destin, Florida
The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Destin, Florida, area for over 100 years. Situated between Panama City Beach and Pensacola on the Florida Panhandle, Destin has much to offer visitors from all over the world. Each day in Destin is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sand beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping, amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida!
Salt Water Vacay Values
For more than 30 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when it comes to planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations.
Over the years, we have learned much about providing our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play. We have serviced Florida’s Emerald Coast with a variety of vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre Beach, and South Walton, Florida. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year!
Sterling Shores is one of the most sought-after locations in the Destin area. Located in the heart of Destin, it is the perfect place for the ideal family beach vacation. Once you arrive, you will find you are conveniently close to everything your family will want to do.
Sterling Shores Resort 902 is a premier condo in Destin, FL, located inside a beautiful resort with over 9,000 square feet of tropical landscaping, a 4,300 square foot heated Lagoon style pool, a private beach, and all the amenities a family could want. This elegantly decorated condo was recently renovated, featuring stainless steel appliances and a tile floor. The unit offers a beautiful Gulf view from the living area and the Master bedroom. The Master bedroom has a King size bed, a large private bath, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a Queen size bed, the third bedroom has a full bed, and there is a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living area.
Sterling Shores Resort also offers several unique amenities. The complex has an exercise room. During the summer months, Sterling Shores provides fun activities for the children.
Free Fun Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means free admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Destin has to offer! You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in free fun
Destin, Florida
The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Destin, Florida, area for over 100 years. Situated between Panama City Beach and Pensacola on the Florida Panhandle, Destin has much to offer visitors from all over the world. Each day in Destin is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sand beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping, amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida!
Salt Water Vacay Values
For more than 30 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when it comes to planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations.
Over the years, we have learned much about providing our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play. We have serviced Florida’s Emerald Coast with a variety of vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre Beach, and South Walton, Florida. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Destin, FL
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Reviews
4.0
Overall great place to stay for a family. Pool area was very nice. Easy access to the beach, with only a few minutes walk.
3.0
The unit itself had a great view of the Gulf but the unit was not updated like we were expecting. The shower in the main bedroom had mold on the ceiling and around the caulking of the shower floor. The other bathroom had mold on the bathtub on the outside of it. The fan in one of the bedrooms didn't work unless you had the light on. One of the outlets also had no cover on it at all. The smoke detector didn't work. The garbage disposal didn't work. We addressed these issues with the property management when we arrived and they weren't very friendly or accommodating. The resort itself has 10 floors plus penthouse suites so I'm guessing over 100 plus rooms with between 5-10 people per room, and out of the three elevators only one worked and that meant a lot of waiting for elevator time or walking up the 9 flights of stairs to get to your room.
4.0
Everything is fine. The only thing is that we only had one roll of toilet paper. We didn't have an extra one and we didn't have a bag for the garbage. Wait 30 minutes to use the elevator. 1 elevator for the whole building since there are two but it's not working.
5.0
The property is in a great location. The grounds has a very nice green grassy area and a great pool. Our three bedroom was a nice size, it was clean and has tile floors throughout; would book again. Enjoyed our stay!!
5.0
Great stay. Highly recommend!!
5.0
The Condo was great. Nice View of Ocean, location to surrounding restaurants was great. Pool is awesome. Highly recommend.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family and I stayed at Serenity Shores for 5 glorious days. The pool is fabulous, the house is beautiful and the access to and view of the ocean is exquisite. Can I just move in?
5.0
Very clean and spacious. I love that The Back Porch is right across from the condo. Will stay again!
5.0
It was an awesome experience
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Fantastic! Serenity Shores was everything I expected. The girls loved this beautify home and the location. We were literally minutes from everything (shopping, restaurants, entertainment) not too mention on the beach and the private pool. Chair and umbrellas were placed on the beach for us and this made us feel special. Loved it and will definitely rent here again...soon I hope.
3.0
our intial impresion was the house wasnt a clean as we had hoped as there was some crumbs of some sort around the kitchen trash can, debris around base boards, mold in the master shower and the washer wouldnt spin so doing laundry was impossible. the first day we got there i notice a terrible chorine smell coming from the pool after the grandbabaies had been swimming a few minutes and since im a pool builder i happened to have test strips in my truck so i tested..holy cow what a mess...so i borrowed a hose from the neighbors next door and proceed to dilute the dangerous levels of chlorine and highly acidic water my grandchildren had already been swimming in for about 30 minutes...but it was too late for my grandson's bleached hair..it turned green and snotty...good thing we got that hose cause water was pouring from the heater as well...it was losing a ton of water!!!! needless to say 2 days lost in the pool try to get it corrected but i was able to get the chemicals to a safe level. we had a mouse coming in nightly enjoying our countertop foods...but we purchased a device and he was quickly terminated. the 3rd floor bed which is where my husband and i slept and it was supposed to be some sorta air bed...well we could never figure out how to work it even with the directions so we took turns sleeping on the center hump...cause the sides were dipped in and were absolutely miserable. furnishings were pretty shabby and worn out and could use some cleaning....but like i said .........its a house on the beach. we made the most of it but we most likely would Not go back.
5.0
The house was phenomenal and exactly what we were wanting. We went with our family with 3 children 5, 2, 1 ages. Family friends with a 10 year old, and another couple without children . The view was great to wake up to every morning. The beach was fantastic and very easy to get to with our small children. The 6 chairs set up worked out great, we never had any issues with people trying to take them. The area was not over crowded and we didn’t have to bring barely anything to the beach as we could just walk back to the house as needed. Very much a win for our family’s needs. The air conditioner quit working one night in the master second floor suite while we were staying. But the company was very responsive and the next day someone was out promptly to fix it. We did sleep in the other room for the night, but we were very thankful it was just that room. I will warn blondes though that the pool did turn two of our hair blue… I had only been in the pool 30 minutes and showered immediately after. It did end up washing out after a little over a week, but I only was in the pool one day. One of the kids with us hair took longer as she was in the pool much more throughout our trip. Most likely a certain chemical they are using in the pool. I’ve been a blonde a long time and never had that happen before. I did not tell anyone as I didn’t think it was something to really stress to them, I just didn’t put my hair back in the pool.
Overall would definitely recommend Serenity Shores, and rent the place in the future.
5.0
Love this property!!! very nice and clean. Balcony view is awesome of the beach /ocean. Everything close by shopping, restaurant, and activities for the family/kids. Would stay at the Sterling Shores again and suggest to more family and friends.
3.0
- Handprint on wall just above headboard in small bedroom.
- Balcony doors don’t lock. If you are worried about safety and security this might not be the best option. I found wood boards-presumably from shelves-that I used to jam the doors at night-this really only worked for the bedroom balcony door bc the main balcony door could still be opened and walked through even with these boards in place
- No CO2 detector as advertised. If you are concerned, bring your own.
- Bag of trash and previous renters or owners medications in shelf in laundry room)
- Bleach or peroxide stains on quilt in small bedroom
- More than an inch of visible dust and debris on top of and wrapped to underside if each ceiling fan blade (who wants this blowing on their face and respiratory tract while trying to sleep at night?) and on top of picture frame in hall bath.
- Mold on bathroom ceilings-having lived in FL and MS both on the coast and same environment, I know this is completely avoidable with proper cleaning.
- Leaky ceiling in hall bath shower
- Although the fine print does say this, I have never rented a condo, hotel, house, etc from any source where the TP and garbage bags are not provided. Who goes on vacation and goes shopping to buy these things? The half roll of TP that was left in the bathroom when we got there was one-ply sandpaper.
- Blowup mattress available but without plug or pump to inflate.
- Previous renter sock under dresser. Obvious lack of cleaning
All that to say, we did not spend much time in condo and still very much enjoyed our vacation
5.0
Easy process. Communication was good.
2.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very unhelpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
There were many positive things about the house which attracted us to it. We usually stay in Destiny East through VRBO but thought we would give this a chance even though it cost more money than we are used to paying. Many things about the house lived up to the expectations but I was very disappointed about the way the management company handled a situation we had while trying to enjoy our relaxing summer vacation. The house has a rat or family of rats living in it. The rodent was both seen as well left lots of evidence of its presence. It helped its self to many of the groceries purchased and left a mess each day that had to be cleaned up. When I called, twice, I was told that maintenance came by to put poison outside the property. I’m not sure when they had done that since we were at the property the entire day and NEVER saw anyone except the lady to clean the pool on Wednesday. Please consider how un-nerving it was to be dealing with a rat or family of rats while on vacation.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay at Sterling Shores was great. The condo was clean and spacious. The view off the balcony was amazing. The location was perfect to the beach just a few yards away.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Let me start with the positives: the house is conveniently located, it is right on the beach, the fact that it has a pool is great when you have children with you, the staff at Destin Getaways are all friendly, professional and responsive. The house itself is not worth the rent. At 15,000 per week I expect a well-maintained, immaculately clean house. Serenity Shores is way past due for an update. The house is generally in sound condition, however, it is quite worn and verges on shabby. There is a garage but no opener. The HVAC works but in a very uneven fashion with some areas cold and others hot at the same time. The living room furniture needs to be taken away. The house is also near (1 house away) a beach access for another development thereby leading to very crowded conditions. Six chairs and 3 umbrellas are generously included with the rental. We had to inform strangers every day that those were for our use even though they are clearly marked "For Serenity Shore Guests Only" with one party refusing to move. I'll reiterate that Destin Getaways was a fine company to do business with but I wouldn't rent Serenity Shores again in its current condition and I couldn't recommend it to anyone.
4.0
Perfect location for our family, we utilized the pool and balcony and beach the most. The bathrooms were disappointing. A few upgrades and they could be really nice. The kitchen was lacking key items like hot pads, trash bags, and other items you’d need if you’re staying for a week. We flew so that limits what you can bring. Had some communication issues with early check in, which I see from other reviews is a common trend. I’d come back to Sterling Shores, but look at other condo options first.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family and I had a great time
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a wonderful and beautiful place to stay ❤️
5.0
This resort is beautiful! It’s clean, comfortable, close to plenty of shopping, movie theater, restaurants, and so much more! The pools and landscape are beautiful. It’s convenient and only steps
to the beach. This condo was perfect for our large family.
4.0
We had a great time!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The rental was very nice, the view was great from the balcony and in a good spot. However, when it came to the kitchen utensils and pans, I was really dissatisfied. Everything was dirty that I picked up. The pans were dented and overused. The one pan has greased cakes on the bottom which wouldn’t have been safe for an electric stove. The one pan had left over eggs in it as well. I ended up having to clean everything before I cooked on it.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I was very pleased with the rental. Check in and check out was a breeze! The unit itself was perfect in size and very clean. I am looking forward to booking for next year!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful clean condo!! Would do this again!! The view amazing!! Spent everyday on the beach.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My husband and I and our daughter and her husband stayed in unit 902 for a week. The location is perfect. There is a beautiful view of the gulf from the balcony and the owner provides comfortable chairs so we were able to sit out there and enjoy the view. We frequently ate breakfast at the balcony table - a great way to start any day. The unit was clean with plenty space for our group. I was amazed by how quiet the suite is, little to no noise from neighbors. The kitchen had all of the appliances and most of the items we needed to cook. It would have been nice to have a few basic spices. We spent most days on the beach - convenient umbrella and chair rental available. We ate at Dewey Destins on Calhoun Ave - excellent local place and Mimmo's Italian Restaurant, another great meal. A friend recommended the key lime pie from Publix and it was amazing!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved our condo, loved our view of the ocean, loved all the room in the condo for everyone. The condo was so nice!! It was just a short distance from the beach and all the things we wanted to do were just down the road. We had an amazing visit to Destin and will be back.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Bedding was not clean and dryer damaged several of my clothing items. Kitchen supplies were inadequate. The Bathrooms need to be updated.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location! The unit we were in was a little run down and the carpet was quite dirty.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Three generations of our family enjoyed our Sterling Shores June 2014 vacation. Unit 902 provided a relaxing home away from home, beautifully decorated with scenic view and conveniently located for an easy walk to the beach, the pool, The Back Porch restaurant (excellent sea food and service), and the Candymaker for sweet treats.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a fantastic stay at Sterling Shores 902 through Destin Rentals. Everything worked smoothly...the place was fantastic. We received everything we needed as far as logistics, and best yet we even had a covered parking spot for our trip. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was wonderful!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our forth year in Destin and second year at Sterling Shores. We really enjoy the Sterling Shores location and amenities as well as the great views from most any location. There are numerous snowbird activities available and interesting day trips to keep you entertained. All of the balconies face south which provides full sun all day along with a unrestricted view of the Gulf.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a fabulous time staying in unit 902! The unit and location was perfect. Loved being across the street from the Back Porch and the views of the ocean can't be any better!
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
had a really nice stay. The condo is close to the beach. Our code for entry to the pool area changed so we had to ask during our stay how to access the pool. The ad for the hotel said we got free coupons to do activities but nothing was in our condo as such. Unit lacks a few items in the kitchen and phone service (cell) did not work in the unit, on the property or in that area well at all.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay. Fabulous find. The resort was great with beautiful accommodations. The zero entry pool was great for kids, the many activities available was very fun for all, the walk to the beach was not a walk at all. We loved this place and had a family of 5. The condo was extremely spacious!!!!!!!!!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice, will come back again
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We always enjoy staying at Sterling Shores, and this time was no different! Lovely condo with beautiful views!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Destin?
The average price for a rental in Destin is $511 per night. This rental is $157 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beachfront Condo in the Heart of Destin. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beachfront Condo in the Heart of Destin. Enjoy the water!
Is Beachfront Condo in the Heart of Destin pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beachfront Condo in the Heart of Destin?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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