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

Condo with a water park, a short walk to Destin Beaches

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Beach nearby
A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81511 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

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

Condo with a water park, a short walk to Destin Beaches
This smoke-free condo building features a water park, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. The condo has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the condo include a water park and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,511 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

4199

About the area

Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Henderson Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk

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.

Is 🏖Gulf and Pool Views~FAB Lagoon Pool~Steps2Beach~3BR Sterling Shores 818 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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).

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

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.

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

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

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

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

Review:

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Spring Break

The condo was very clean & updated. The master bedroom mattress was VERY comfortable. The pool was great and the front desk services was great as well. We came with our seniors for their spring break. We really thought it was going to be crazy. This property kept things under control and it was very relaxing & peaceful. The only issue we had was the traffic getting in & out. The light getting out did not work so it would take over 20 mins just to get out on the main hwy. This was out of their control but still irritating. The construction in that area was terrible & dangerous. Other than the traffic we had a wonderful stay & will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

JASON H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

NO HOT WATER

We had NO Hot water the entire trip had to contact maintenance he came up and turned it up still kept going out after 1or 2 showers and it’s suppose to accommodate 8 people and you should be able to run the washer and dishwasher as well!! They said they will not do anything to make this right and I was on phone with the office everyday and nothing!!! I was told they can’t replace the hot water heater while we were there
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Natasha B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Sterling Shores

Liked the location and condos. Although I was disappointed in a couple of things. To spend over $4,000 for 4 nights. I expected better. The biggest downfall was.. only 1 elevator was working in the entire building. There was always a long line of people waiting for the elevator. Which would take 15-20 min. We started taking the stairs up to the 8th floor to avoid the long elevator waits. Also, no where in the description of the condominium bookings were we told no personal canopies on the beach. We bought a brand new canopy to take to the beach which we weren’t allowed to use. We came to the beach for a family reunion with 34 people. The shore area for sterling shores was all filled with private rental umbrellas. You are only allowed to rent umbrella and chairs, Or bring your own small size umbrella and put behind the last row of private rentals. So, if you don’t want to spend $54 for a rental umbrella and 2 chairs, you need to buy a umbrella and set it up at the last row of all rentals where you can barely see the water or your children. Disappointing and will not rent at Sterling Shores again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Debbie F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Management Company 👎

We were in this rental from Saturday through Friday. The dryer did not work from day one. Long story short, I alerted the management company about the dryer on Sunday. A maintenance worker came out on Monday. We were told that the motor was broken and it needed new parts and if the repairs were not authorized by the owner that a loaaner dryer would be delivered on Tuesday. This never happened. We went without a dryer for the entire week. We drove 9 hours with 5 people so we packed lightly because I purposely rented a condo with laundry facilities. We ran out of clean laundry, our beach towels were dirty since day 1. We were finally offered clean towels and wash clothes for the condo, but these coukd not be used on the beach or pool area. I have messages were I am told that maintenance was at our condo at that very moment repairing, but we were there and no worker was in the condo with us. I was told by message that a loaner had been delivered and that was the best that they could do. The problem was that a loaner HAD NOT been dropped off. The original dryer was still in pieces in the laundry room. We had to bag up towels and bathing suits from our last day that had not dried and by the time we traveled home they smelled terrible. Poor communication and follow through. The pots and pans were hardly usable due to the teflon flaking off on practically every pan. For the price of the rental I would think that the pans would have been usable.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

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

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

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