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"Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub

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Living area
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Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 478.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, The Track Family Recreation Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪9 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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

"Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub

Welcome to condo 812 nestled on the top floor at Sterling Sands!

Indulge in a waterfront retreat boasting uninterrupted beach vistas, accompanied by access to a pool Heated (seasonally) and gym. This vibrant, family-oriented condo invites you to immerse yourself in the allure of the Emerald Coast. Take in the panoramic scenery from your furnished balcony, whip up culinary delights in the well-appointed kitchen, or unwind with entertainment on the sleek flatscreen TVs. Dive into relaxation with shared amenities such as a pool heated (seasonally), spa, fitness facility, and an alfresco dining area, perfect for gathering with loved ones.

Conveniently nestled off Highway 98, Sterling Sands places you within strolling distance of a variety of dining options. Start your day with a delectable breakfast at the Pancakery, savor fresh seafood at the Back Porch, or relish in the flavors of Merlin's Pizza. Thrilling adventures await nearby, with the Track Family Fun Park offering an array of entertainment from go-karts to mini-golf, while Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park promises exhilarating slides and refreshing wave pools. Golf enthusiasts will delight in the proximity of Indian Bayou Golf & Country Club, located just a stone's throw away from your vacation abode.

Guest Entry: Access to the rental is facilitated through an E-lock, requiring a unique code that is reset after each guest's stay.
Age Requirement: Renters must be 25 years or older to reserve this property.

Every guest, 5 and older, must pay the Amenity User Fee of $15.00 + tax
PACKETS NOT PRE-REGISTERED MAY NOT HAVE ACCESS TO AMENITIES OR PARKING
Wristbands are for registered guests only within CONDO MAX CAPACITY

You may not purchase extras
Vehicles must have a Sterling Sands parking pass

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Does "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub on 28 Apr 2026 start from AU$438, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Rates Dropped" Life's Better at the Beach, Beachfront, HEATED POOL, Hot Tub 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.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and right on the beach front.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PAULA J.

Great Stay

A very comfortable stay with an amazing view of the beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wes M.

Great value on the water

Overall a great stay at a great price right on the water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Family Getaway

Great view of the beach, great central location and great pool.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

Had a great time!

It was clean and on the beach. Enjoyed our stay very much and would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charla H.

Great location

This unit was right on the beach and close to several great restaurants and attractions. It was clean, nicely furnished and had comfortable beds. The staff were friendly and check-in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for taking a minute to let us know how your stay was. We are so happy that you had a good time and that you enjoyed your unit. We hope to see you and your family in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Family Vacation 2021

We had the best time at this property! It was a great location and we enjoyed watching the dolphins swim by every evening.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Good location not to big so not over crowded. Would be nice to have a bar by the pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Callye P.

Summer Trip with our Granddaughter

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the location. Located directly on the beach with easy, convenient parking. It was an easy drive to shopping, restaurants & activities. Great views. Perfect for 3 people.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments about the location, convenience, and views! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and found the condo a perfect fit for your group. We noticed the 1-star rating and wonder if there might have been some confusion with the rating system. If you have any concerns or feedback that we can address, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we’d love the chance to make your next stay even better. Thanks again for choosing Sterling Sands Vacation Rentals!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Beautiful condo and views

Enjoyed drinking my coffee on the balcony every morning. The view was beautiful! The condo was also very clean and comfortable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Keli P.

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

Bestie's Trip

Overall it's a good little vacation spot. If you like to cook your own meals, please bring cooking utensils and pot holders, there were none available. Also, if you have small children; the traffic noise is a bit loud on the street side.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Great Condo!

Great location on the beach! Loved waking up every morning and sitting on the balcony to drink coffee while overlooking the ocean. Very peaceful yet right in the middle of the main road (98).
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert L.

Needs an update, a little tight for 4

Good location & great amenities
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sabrina B.

Beautiful view and clean

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: Great view and location by shops and restaurants. Nice quiet clean beach with great beach service. Pool was ok, but hot tub was small and didn't work half the time. Rental itself was clean and comfortable. Condo management was great. Check in smooth and helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the beautiful view, prime location, and relaxing beach experience with great service. It’s also wonderful to know the condo was clean and comfortable, and that our team helped make check-in smooth and easy. We appreciate your feedback about the hot tub and will be sure to share it with the property for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back to Sterling Sands soon! Remember to that returning guest of Sterling Sands Vacation Rentals offers a discount to repeat guest so give us a call!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Spring break

We enjoyed our stay. The floor was a bit dirty.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I plan to come back next year.

I loved the hotel. I plan to come back next year, if there is room.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful experience

Wonderful experience
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

Vacation

The room is nice and cozy everything was close to our room. Very clean and took care of.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Great condo

Condo was clean and comfortable with a great view. We had all that we needed. The beach service could be better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2023
Thank you, Jessica, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Beautiful

The room is amazing!! the view even better. The cleanliness is second to none, property management is on top of all things. Stay here!!
Verified

8/10 Good

buck f.

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

Are trip to destin

Wish they had a broom and mop for all the sand
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We will be back!

We will be back!
Archival

8/10 Good

Laquey M.

October 2016 Stay

Great experience!!!! My kids loved the full size bunk beds!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Homey

This unit was very nice and had everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Quick Getaway

We had a wonderful time. The view was amazing. The unit was spotless. Staff on property was very attentive and made us feel so welcoming and was so friendly. We will definitely be back!!!

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