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🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818

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Sterling Shores 818
Sterling Shores 818 balcony
Primo beach in front of Sterling Shores
A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a water fountain.
Plenty of lounging at the pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Morgan Sports Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Trundle Bed

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Shower only

Master Bathroom

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818

Top Reasons to Book This Fabulous Condo:

* Gulf and Pool Views 

* Less than 100 ft to the beach! 

* Master Suite has Balcony access and Bath w/Jetted Tub/Shower.  

* Updated w/ King and Queen Posturepedic Beds

* Beach-side pool with bar/grill, Lagoon-style pool, Fitness Center, and Grills 

* Just 2.5 miles to Destin Commons or walk to the Back Porch Restaurant 

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*The HOA has scheduled a waterproofing project for the exterior of the building in November 2026. Work will be specifically taking place on the 11th and 3rd floor, and the main breezeway ceiling. At times, guests staying at Sterling Shores may experience temporary disruptions, including the closure of certain amenities and restricted access to balconies. Balcony and walkway closures should only affect the 11th and 3rd floor units at this time. Additionally, this complex will be undergoing a re-roofing project scheduled from May-July of 2027, weather permitting. Please contact our reservation team if you have questions regarding the balcony closure dates or re-roofing dates for this property. In light of these temporary inconveniences, we have adjusted our rates to offer you the best value during this period. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. *

Sterling Shores 818 is a beautifully decorated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom “Key West” floor plan located at Sterling Shores in the heart of Destin. With 1,511 sq ft of spacious and luxurious living space in tropical surroundings, this unit is sure to please! Boasting Gulf and Tropical Pool Views, this lovely condo sleeps 8 with Posturepedic King and Queen beds!  Located in the heart of Destin, it's close to all of the best restaurants, attractions, and shopping. Sterling Shores 818 is sure to meet all of the wants in your party!

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*Sterling Shores offers Beach Services and Watersport rentals for additional pricing.

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Sterling Shores is a gated, 11 story complex in the heart of Destin. Boasting a 4300 sq.ft. private lagoon pool, gulf front pool, commercial grill area, BBQ grills, picnic area, and exercise room, located on 9 acres of lush tropical landscaping with 240 ft of beach. Be sure to take advantage of the new bike rack available for owner and guest use in the East Garage next to the ice machines. Beach service is available for guest for $45/day or $225/week plus tax and booking fee. You have to check out Sterling Shores vacation rentals for yourself!

The beach pool is heated from Nov-May, depending on temperatures. The lagoon pool is not heated.

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom w/King
Guest Bedroom with Queen
Guest Bedroom w/twin bed with twin trundle
Living Room has a Queen Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions: 

Sterling Shores is located in close proximity to Henderson Beach State Park and is near great restaurants and attractions like The Destin Track and Big Kahunas Water Park. Wander the 100 ft down to the beachfront Back Porch restaurant for a bite or drink. Happy Ours is in a wonderful location.

Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest!  Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.

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

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center or Preston Hood Athletic Complex. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 on 26 May 2026 start from AU$487, 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 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was beautiful and spacious!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad you found the unit beautiful and spacious. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed here before and loved it so much that we were thrilled to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2025
Thank you for your 5-star review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay again and look forward to welcoming you back to RealJoy Vacations in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great stay. Clean. Close to beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Keri, thank you for your 5-star review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the clean accommodations and the convenient location close to the beach. We look forward to hosting you again with RealJoy Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keira G.

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

Magical Family Vacation

We had such an amazing time on our family beach trip. The location was perfect. We enjoyed the condo and had everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Keira, thank you for your wonderful review! We're pleased to hear that you had an amazing family beach trip and found the location perfect. It's great that the condo met all your needs. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy W.

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

What an awesome time!!

The condo was immaculate and in such an awesome location. Great time. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Troy, thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad you found the condo immaculate and enjoyed the awesome location. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay with RealJoy!
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan B.

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

Stay at Real Joy

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Susan, we appreciate you letting us know that you enjoyed a great stay at Sterling Shores 818. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel C.

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

Good

It was really good Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Loved our stay!!

This place was so beautiful, clean, and the view was amazing. Our 4 kids loved the pool area and quick access to the beach!! Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Kristi, we appreciate you letting us know that you loved staying in the three-bed, two-bath Sterling Shores 818. We are happy that you found this highly recommended unit to be beautiful and clean with an amazing view and you enjoyed the pool area and quick beach access. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan P.

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

Nice Condo

Condo was perfect for our family. Views are incredible and beach access is very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great summer family vacay

Real Joy Vacations was a pleasure to work with. They were always available and very helpful. We look forward to renting their condos in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Amanda, We are pleased to learn you had a great summer family vacay. Thank you for acknowledging our staff. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

It was a Girl trip and the accommodations were excellent

Very convientient to restaurants and the pool area was really nice. good access to the beach! we had a great time and plan on staying at Sterling Shores again next year. Hope to get same condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Dawn, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your stay in this excellent two-bedroom, two-bath Sterling Shores condo. We are happy to know that you enjoyed its very convenient location and really nice pool area. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lakendra H.

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

Amazing

Our trip was amazing! The condo was awesome, clean, and well kept up! We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Lakendra, we appreciate you letting us know that you enjoyed an amazing trip while staying in this awesome Sterling Shores condo that was clean and well kept and you would definitely rent this three-bed, two-bath unit again. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald P.

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

Lovely beach vacation

We really enjoyed our stay. The condo was very spacious and decorated nicely. Loved how close to the beach we were and shopping. Had a little trouble trying to figure out the tv remotes. Maybe some instructions would help. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2024
Donald, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the condo spacious and well-decorated. We appreciate your feedback about the TV remotes and will look into providing clearer instructions for guests. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernandes C.

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

Amazing

Love everything i wish i can leave here for ever ❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Ernandes, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you loved everything about your stay. We hope you can come back and enjoy it again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Destin

This was a nice condo that had a spectacular view of the ocean! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
James, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the spectacular ocean view. We hope you will join us again soon for another relaxing stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendrick M.

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

Awesome

It were beautiful and we thinking of coming back in december
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Kendrick, we love that you enjoyed staying in this beautiful three-bedroom, two-bathroom condo at Sterling Shores, and are thinking about coming back in December. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deidre A.

Very Nice. Has all the amenities!

We enjoyed this condo very much! Has all the ameninities that are needed and was very clean. It even had beach chairs that could have been used. I do recommend replacing the skillet as it is very used and it's starting to flake when cooked in. That did not affect our stay though and just something that I saw because I used it. We will stay here again! Great place for a family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you for your feedback on this lovely condo. We’re so glad you enjoyed the amenities and beach chairs. We look forward to your return visit! Thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Comfortable

The condo was very accommodating for our group. The place was pretty clean and it felt comfortable. They had a lot of beach toys stocked and an extra cooler. We brought our own, but it is a nice bonus. It is right across from an elevator, which is very convenient for bringing up luggage and groceries easily. Sterling Shores was pretty quiet when we went. Even though it's not on the beach, there is a nice view. The location is convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2024
Mary, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are pleased to hear that the condo was accommodating and comfortable for your group. Having beach toys and extra amenities available is always a nice bonus. We're glad the elevator access made loading and unloading easy. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alina S.

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

Great Location

We stay at this condo complex every year. This particular condo hasn't been updated in a while but is reasonably clean and communication from the managing company was great, which made the process easy. Be advised that, unlike most of other rentals we have stayed at, this one has zero supplies in the pantry, i.e. you will be buying your own salt and other basic necessities.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Alina, Thank you for the review of your vacation. We appreciate the acknowledgement of our great communication. We do provide starter kits only of bathroom and kitchen essentials for safety reasons. We're glad the location was great. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Excellent experience

From the get go this rental was top notch. RealJoy was easy to work with and was on top of every detail. The bedrooms were spacious and kitchen had plenty of room to work in. We did use the bbq area and that was perfect for us. The pools were heated which was a plus for the few days it was colder than normal. I loved how the whole property was gated definitely made me feel safe for being in a different town. All in all great location right in the middle of everything and right at the beach. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Jennifer, Thank you for letting us know that you had an excellent experience. We're glad you enjoyed the bbq area and the heated pool. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica G.

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

Family Vacation

Appliances could have been more updated. Washer didn’t wash clothes very well. Better daily cleaning supplies (small battery vacuum, etc.) could’ve been available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

devin a.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

1st birthday trip

Overall the trip was very nice. Housekeeping did a terrible job. There was hair everywhere including the showers and bed. My child now has hand, foot , and mouth disease which I believe he caught while staying in this condo. (My child isn’t in daycare or around other kids and he had symptoms 3 days after leaving the condo).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Devin, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed a very nice trip overall while staying in this three-bed, two-bath Sterling Shores condo. We apologize for the cleanliness of this unit. We would have been more than happy to send someone to come reclean had we been made aware during your stay. We hope your child made a speedy recovery. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Super convenient

This is the perfect place to stay for several reasons. 1.) It's near anything you need, which makes it super convenient whether you want to go to the beach or to dine. There are also activities nearby for children or the whole family. 2.) It has a lot of space. It's much more comfortable than a typical hotel room atmosphere due to the spacious rooms, and this also means that there is more privacy within the unit. 3.) It's clean and luxurious. You feel comfortable here. 4.) It has a beautiful view. You can enjoy the beach right from your condo.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Thank you for your feedback on this gorgeous condo. We’re so glad you enjoyed the convenience and beautiful views of this condo. Our teams work hard to keep the units clean and comfortable for our guests. We hope you come back to visit! Thank again for choosing Real Joy!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda N.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

no supplies

The condo and properties were great. But in the condo there was no dust pan, no cleaning supplies, we had to go to walmart and buy so much that should have been in the condo, to help keep it clean. Not the best for a family with small kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Amanda, we're happy that you enjoyed the condo and property. We hope you enjoyed the easy walk to the beach and the gorgeous pool at Sterling Shores. Regarding cleaning supplies, we typically keep our cleaning supplies locked up so that they don't disappear. Thank you for your suggestion.
Verified

6/10 Okay

William P.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Disappointed

We have stayed at Sterling Shores multiple times but were disappointed with the issues with this condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Hi William, we appreciate your feedback regarding your recent stay at Sterling Shores. It's concerning to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations this time. We constantly strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and your input will help us address any issues. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future for a better experience. Thank you for your review.

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