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Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴

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Silver Shells St. Croix 505-Living Area
Silver Shells St. Croix 505-Living Area
Silver Shells St. Croix 505-Living Area
Silver Shells St. Croix 505- Living Area
Silver Shells St. Croix 505- Balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6118.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Area

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴

This is located on the fifth floor.

Complimentary Beach Service Included: March 1 to October 31
(Does not apply to stays 28 days or longer)

Silver Shells St. Croix 505 is a Destin vacation rental located in the highly desirable Silver Shells Beach Resort. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo offers breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast. This vacation rental offers private beach access. Experience your next Destin vacation in the beautiful St. Croix 505!

BEDDING SUMMARY
Master bedroom: King bed
Guest bedroom: King bed
Living area: Queen sleeper sofa

The interior spaces of Silver Shells St. Croix 505 have been tastefully decorated with a trendy coastal theme. An open floor plan gives the whole family or group space to relax together. The living area is beach-facing, features floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors, and offers seating for everyone to gather around the 65-inch Smart TV complete with cable. The couch even converts to a queen sleeper sofa for larger parties. The spacious beachfront balcony is perfectly furnished to allow for entertaining or dining while taking in spectacular views of the white sand beach and emerald waters. The dining area has seating for four. The fully equipped kitchen includes full-size stainless steel appliances and all the cookware and dishware you could need for creating memorable meals.

The master bedroom has incredible beach views and private access to the beachfront balcony. Complete with a king bed, walk-in closet, flat-screen TV with Blue-Ray player, and private ensuite bathroom, the master bedroom was designed with relaxation in mind. The newly remodeled master bath features a deep soaking tub, tile walk-in shower with luxurious combo rainshower-handheld shower heads, and a double sink vanity with plenty of space. The guest bedroom has a king bed, a flat-screen TV with a Blu-Ray player, and private access to the beachfront balcony. Just a few steps from both the guest bedroom and living area is a full bathroom with a tile walk-in shower. The laundry closet is in the guest bathroom and is complete with a full-size washer and dryer.

Silver Shells features a wealth of amenities for you to have both an active and relaxing vacation. An on-site spa, indoor/outdoor pool, and a sauna will help you relax and rejuvenate during your stay. Tennis courts, a basketball court, and separate aerobics and weightlifting facilities help to keep you active and energized!

This professionally managed Destin vacation rental is brought to you by Compass Resorts, a locally owned and operated company dedicated to delivering consistent, exceptional quality. Your vacation is our priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations every step of the way. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as trash can liners, small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, dish sponge, a roll of paper towels, laundry detergent, bathroom paper, and facial soap for our guests. For longer stays, we recommend purchasing additional supplies to meet your specific needs.

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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

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Henderson Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴 on 7 July 2026 start from AU$822, 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 Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated, modern, beachfront condo w/private balcony! 🌴 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Morgan Sports Center, Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very nice and the resort was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the condo and that the resort made your stay even more memorable. It is wonderful to know everything came together for a great visit. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views with amazing beach access. Pools were well maintained and the family loved them. Rooms were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
We're so happy to hear your family had such a great time! It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the beautiful views and easy beach access. The pools are always a guest favorite so we’re glad they were a hit. Sounds like the rooms were just what you needed for a relaxing stay. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

Great Experience

Room was clean, friendly staff, great beach! Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
We're so appreciative of your kind words, Todd! It's so great hearing that you enjoyed the clean room, friendly staff, and great beach. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Good Place to Stay

The condo was nice and good location. Nice pool, beachfront, tennis/basketball courts. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
Hello! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the vacation home and the resort amenities. We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Loved it - would stay again!

We loved our time staying at this property- great location, great beach / pool support, and great property management (eg., quick response when the oh-so-important coffee-maker died)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2023
Hi, Mary! Thank you so much for the great review, and for your kind words. We are so happy to hear you loved your stay at Silver Shells with us, and that we were able to replace the coffee maker quickly! Please let us know if we can assist in planning your return stay - we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDSEY C.

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

BEST VACATION EVER

Week in Destin wouldn’t have been as wonderful without this resort and amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi, Lindsey! Thank you for the great review. We are thrilled to hear you had the best vacation ever at Silver Shells! We hope to have you back for another great vacation soon! Thank you for choosing Compas Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Absolutely beautiful property, helpful staff, easy check-in and felt very safe. Will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2023
Hi, Melissa! Thank you for the great review, and for your kind words. We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful stay with us, and that everything went smoothly for your stay. Please let us know if we can assist in planning your next stay - we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barret G.

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

Awesome!

Great place! Awesome Views! Access in and out super easy. I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2024
Your recommendation means the world to us, Barret! We're so glad you enjoyed our awesome views and convenient location. Hoping you can make it back our way again soon! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranjith R.

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

Great location and facility

Excellent views and property. Update unit with all you need for a family or tow to enjoy your vacation. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2024
Hi Ranjith! Thank you so much for your amazing review. We are thrilled that you and your family enjoyed Silver Shells! We look forward to helping you plan your next vacation soon! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts and have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

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

Coming back

Really enjoyed our stay, the beach is beautiful. Tennis courts were great only wish there was a bit more activities available. Looking to come back in the summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2024
Hi, Yvonne! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

The best vacation ever !!!!

If I could give you guys ten stars I truly would. From the location, amenities, description of listing and location it was all truly amazing to say the least, we will be back sooner than expected. Thank you all for an amazing vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Hi, Eric! Wow! Thank you so much for the great review, and for your kind words. We are absolutely thrilled to hear you all had the best vacation ever! Please let us know if we can assist in planning your return stay - we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

kellie m.

Very Beautiful with a Great View

Enjoyed our family vacation in a cheerful beachy condo. Need more tables with umbrellas at the pool for families who need out of the sun but still like to lounge by the pool. Great weather!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property!

We really enjoyed our stay! The condo was beautiful, spacious & clean. We loved how close parking was to the elevators and condo steps away from elevators. No wait times at all. We felt very safe at this property and loved the private beach. We also enjoyed the pools and other amenities. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Hello! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Great room!

We loved this room! Parking spot was nice and close to the elevator as was the room! Very clean! No problems checking in or out. Amazing view!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thom A.

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

Perfect place to stay!

This condo is amazing!! It is one of the nicest we have ever stayed in. It is very clean and well maintained. The entire property is well managed and maintained! Will certainly stay here again. But next time, I will take my own beach towels…which would be my only negative. And that’s not really a negative. But when flying, it is difficult to add those to the luggage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Monique G.

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

St. Croix 505

The only problem we had was cooling of guest bedroom. We didn't realize till the last 4 days of our stay because that's when our guests arrived. Maintenance came and opened the vent (which had been closed) yet it still didn't cool to the temperature in the rest of the condo. Otherwise, fabulous stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the issue with the cooling in the guest bedroom during the last few days of your stay. We're glad you still had a fabulous overall experience and assure you that we're looking into this matter to ensure it doesn't happen again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rakale Q.

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

Great property!

What struck me most about our stay at this property was the excellence of the property management group. Their costumer service was absolutely stellar! If we had any questions or problems they were quick to respond and resolve them! This is so much the case that for my next vacation to Destin, I will first look at properties managed by Compass Resorts. It terms of the property itself, it was great! The location was perfect as it was right on the beach. The daily beach amenity of chais & umbrella was an added bonus. We did not spend any time at the beautiful pool because it was too crowded for our comfort giving the status of the pandemic and that my kids weren’t yet able to be vaccinated. The pool is shared by 5 buildings which explains the number of families enjoying it. The unit was adequately sized for our family of 4, although I wish the second bedroom had 2 beds instead of one king. However, they provided plenty of bed linens for the sofa bed. Assigned parking for the unit in the garage was right at the door and carts were available for easy transport of luggage and groceries. And speaking of groceries, the kitchen was well stocked with all you need to cook and live there for a week. Something unique (to me) about this property was that there were only 4 units per floor by the elevator on each side. That meant it was no problem with overcrowded elevators. Since COVID, we have only stayed in private houses so we didn’t have to interact too much with people outside of our bubble. This building setup was perfect for that. Overall I loved this property and would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
Hi, Rakale! Thank you so much for your wonderful review, and for your kind words. We are beyond thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us at Silver Shells, and had great experiences with our team members. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts, and have a wonderful day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was great, great set up! Everything we needed for our stay! Awesome location to pool and ocean! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
It’s wonderful to hear the condo’s setup made your stay so comfortable and that you had everything you needed. We’re glad the location near the pool and Gulf added to your experience, and it’s exciting that you can’t wait to return. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea J.

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

Great stay! Love Silver Shells!

We like staying at Silver Shells! We enjoyed our condo, and its location. I think the beds and sofa need replacing soon because they were not very comfortable. Everything else was great though!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
Hi, Andrea! Thank you so much for the great review. We really appreciate you taking the time to provide us with this feedback. We will make sure to communicate these details to our property managers. We hope you enjoyed your stay otherwise, and we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Great Getaway

Our unit was immaculate and beautifully appointed. This resort is exactly as pictured. The pool water was chilly - time to turn on the heater. Perfect weather and a chance to eat, drink and be merry with old friends. Already planning a spring return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2020
Hi, Nancy! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back in the Spring! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Beautiful view with great logistics

This was the best parking lot to room logistics I have experienced on a beach trip. The assigned parking spot is 50ft from the elevator and the room is 30 ft once you get to the 5th floor. The view over the pool to the ocean is very nice. Some of the bathroom tile and fixtures are a little 90's but very clean and we'll kept. I would highly suggest this unit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2020
Hi, Dan! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed the parking and condo arrangements and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl P.

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

Awesome!

We had a great time period this was completely furnished very clean and convenient to all the right places.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2020
Hi, Earl! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

Beautiful property.

Enjoyed our stay and the view in this nicely appointed condo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Loved this condo!! Every thing you need for your vacation.

This is our second year at Silver Shells and we could not have asked for more! Great week!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

The condo was beautiful and clean. My family loved it!

This is our 6th time staying at Silver Shells. It is the perfect place for a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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