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Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling

Beachfront condo with a fitness center and a hot tub

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In the heart of Destin, St. Maarten at Silver Shells 905 offers an upscale beach vacation experience. The cool aesthetic of this penthouse condo features a spacious beachfront balcony, fine outdoor furnishings and a beautiful kitchen with veined granite and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8187 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling

St. Maarten at Silver Shells 905 Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey As the elevator opens to penthouse 905 and your eyes adjust to the sight of this high-end, Destin vacation rental there is a good chance that a gasp of disbelief may escape your smiling lips. In fact most guests of Silver Shells 905 find themselves saying things like “Is this view real? I can see for miles and miles! Look at these furnishings and fixtures! And the kitchen- WOW!” Yes, you may get the feeling that you’ve stepped into the pages of a luxury home magazine and so here’s some advice- enjoy every minute of it. A cool aesthetic comprised of cool grays and navies contrasted by gilded chandeliers gives this beach vacation condo an incredibly suave vibe. The main living area flows easily onto the spacious beachfront balcony decked with fine outdoor furnishings. The kitchen is truly impressive boasting a single slab of veined granite on the island, stainless steel appliances and avant-garde fixtures. Of course a beautiful home still needs to be livable which is why amenities like a full laundry room, flat screen TVs in each room and plenty of cookware add comfort to all this coolness. Beyond the kitchen lies the master suite which also enjoys beach views as well as a positively stunning master bath. White marble floors, a free-standing extra deep bathtub with an electric fireplace, a glass walk-in shower and a crystal chandelier that casts lovely prisms all around the room will have you repeating the words of those who stood here before you “Now this is what vacation is all about!” The two northern bedrooms have perks of their own like perfectly coordinated linens and a balcony with views of Destin and the Choctawhatchee Bay beyond. Although Silver Shells is located in the heart of Destin and privy to a long list of entertainment options the resort itself has some of the best amenities around- a large lagoon swimming pool, playground for the kids and a Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. During Spring and Summer this condo requires a 7-night, Saturday to Saturday stay. Any other time we require a 4-night minimum stay. We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,015 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Destin, this condo is in the city center and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. The Track Family Recreation Center and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Henderson Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Candymaker - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling 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 Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling located?

Located in the heart of Destin, this 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.

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Gulf Front, Large Balcony, Private Elevator Entrance, Free Snorkeling Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location for a beach vacation. We were close to everything we wanted and needed. Our unit was clean and had a wonderful oceanfront view of the beach. It was clean and well maintained. The rental company was great with communicating what to expect and how to check in and out. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Great Location

Perfect getaway condo! Located in the heart of destin with unbeatable views!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa A.

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

Birthday Trip

My family and I stayed at this property for my birthday and it was everything plus more! It was beautiful with an astonishing gulf view! I will definitely book again in the warmer months. It was as pictured and very clean. They had everything we needed for our stay. They have plenty of cookware and dishes, chairs and cooler for the beach, and much more amenities. It was a 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at Silver Shells! This is our 4th time staying here and it never gets old! Beautiful private beach. Huge pool. Great location. Beautiful condo! Five out of five stars!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DORINDA C.

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

Great place, location, amenities!

Great and easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

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

Nice time, beautiful views, comfortable stay

All Very good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angala G., walls

September 2018 Stay

Great condo...everything was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carrinthia D.

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

Great Location

The condo was in a great location not far from activities. It even had things to do on the property if you don’t want to go anywhere. Wish we could have stayed more days loved it. The condo look just like the pictures
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Destin

Unit was beautiful. View is amazing. Stayed with 3 couples and worked out nicely. Unit itself was very clean. My only suggestions would be update a few furniture pieces and add some more outdoor pieces. Lovely place. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Jo Ann K.

Liked: Check-in, location

Beautiful but...

The property was beautiful but was a bit rough around the edges...scraped wall corners, paint needed. Kitchen equipment lacking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

May 2019 Stay

Floors were a little dirty and master bedroom bed sheets were stained. Mattresses were very hard. Other than that the condo was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Darryl M.

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

D Fam

Overall we really enjoyed our stay and had an incredible week. The views are great and access around the property is very easy with the key fobs. One surprise was the price of the beach chairs/umbrella rental which I tried to find out before we arrived but got no one to answer or return my call with the beach service so 5 days for 2 umbrellas and 4 chairs was an extra $130/day or $650. I then found out from most of the people staying that the beach chairs and umbrellas were included in the rental. This may help show how valuable it is to have this built into the rental when deciding what unit to stay in. Destin definitely has the best beaches!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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

Great location and condo

The property is great. Very clean and right on the beach. Updated nicely and plenty of space to sprawl out. The only complaint that I have is they should really stock it with basic necessities. You definitely need to bring or buy all your own spices, cooking supplies. There isn't even any salt or pepper. It is a bit lacking on the flatware side also. You are not allowed to bring your own chairs or umbrellas on the beach. It is fairly expensive to rent umbrellas/chairs for a family for the week. With that being said, my complaints are minimal and we would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marisol C.

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

Spring Vacation

We loved our room and the resort was so beautiful inside and out. The weather was not the greatest, but we did not mind since it was such a beautiful location. It was a little confusing at first on how to check into our room when we arrived since we drove straight into the garage. Don’t do that go to the lobby entrance first, and have someone go up to your room to get elevator access keys to your floor. The rooms were very clean, and we loved the view from our balcony. The only issue was that since the weather was not the greatest, it would have been nice if the heater in pool was working. That pool was freezing cold and the only thing warm enough was the Jacuzzi, but there were so many kids and people in there we decided to pass on cramming ourselves in there. Other than that we had a lovely time and most importantly we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

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

Awesome DestinAtion

Condo had awesome views of the gulf. Sometimes you get outdated furniture/amenities at these condos. Not here, everything was perfect. We’ll be back next year. Beach bar was awesome. The girls running it are the BEST.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Holly B.

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

Good after we found where we needed to go.

Very hard to check in. Dyer in room would not dry cloths. It got hot, but never would dry. Could have used more trash bags for a 4-night stay. Everyone was very nice and friendly. We never saw the property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Shannon J.

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

Pros and cons

If you are looking for a vacation rental with many amenities and restaurants and bars on site this is not the place for you. If you want to enjoy the beach and relax at the pool this place is perfect. The room was well decorated even though some furniture had stains, the Linens were clean. I would definitely recommend this property to adults looking for a nice get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jeff L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Slightly disappointed

For the price little disappointed. Silver shells in general is a hassle to get around complex, key fobs for multiple entries, elevators confusing to begin with, having private is nice but not sure it’s worth the hassle. This unit “does “ have a sofa sleeper. Stools and table chairs are white cloth that have stains, no biggie but you leave wandering if they will think you did the stains. 2br sleeps 6 3 br sleeps 8 policy is kinda ticky, didn’t affect us but could others. This unit designates “1” parking spot, plus additional “if available “, that’s ridiculous for a 3 br. We got by fine but were worried until we got parked. Silver shells is very nice resort but it’s a little too much hassle just staying there.

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

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

Girls Trip

Had a wonderful time on our annual Girls Trip. Have been staying at Silver Shells for over 15 years and it is always wonderful. This unit was very nicely appointed and of course great views!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A.

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

Spring break

Room was just as shown online. Respite was great and we had a good vacation

10/10 Excellent

Krystal R.

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

Beautiful property

The property was wonderful. My only complaint was the lack of kitchen utensils. No cookie sheet, no hot plates and no hot mitts. We had to bake cookies in a glass pan, and the only way we could get things out of the oven was with a kitchen towel. Also no scissors anywhere to open things. Aside from that, we loved the condo!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., New Orleans

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

Beautiful Condo

This condo was beautiful and fit our family perfectly!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Beautiful property

The carpenter work upstairs was irritating at times along with the noise during the work done on the back hallway. Other than that we really enjoyed our stay at this property.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

New year’s 2020

Great space with amazing views. Plenty of space with three bedrooms and three baths. Huge balcony. Quiet. Clean. Elevator opens into condo. NIce property. Close to lots stuff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019