Close to Henderson Beach State Park and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 provides laundry facilities, a gym, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8140 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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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 guests to purchase for an additional 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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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 check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Ready for a night out? Consider Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation and Club LA. With jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Destin travel guide
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.
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?
Onsite 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?
Check-out 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. Morgan Sports Center and Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park are also within 10 minutes.
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🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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.
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.
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.
We had such an incredible family trip. The view from the balcony was beautiful. The kitchen was well stocked with all the different items one could need. There was even beach toys in the laundry room and great storage to keep all the beach things when back in the room.
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.
Love everything i wish i can leave here for ever ❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Deidre A.
8 June 2017
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!
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.
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.
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 review
6/10 Okay
devin a.
12 September 2021
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
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amanda N.
5 September 2019
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
Verified review
6/10 Okay
William P.
25 June 2021
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.
Overall we had a good stay. The location was perfect for us; beach view, 10-15 minute drive to good restaurants and shops and only a few minute walk to the beach. The cleanliness of the property was not great but it was manageable. The oven takes an hour just to preheat which was a little frustrating. Also we were not provided with wristbands so we messaged RealJoy. They replied within a few hours and brought us some but only brought 4 which was a little strange. Overall we had a good vacation and would consider staying here again.