Vacation Rentals by Owner

Excellent Experience!

Guest: I'd Rather Be in Destin (Fort Worth, TX)
Date of Stay: 05/05/12 Review Submitted: 05/15/12

This is a beautiful, spacious, clean, and well decorated condo with the best view in Destin! Local shopping, attractions, and amenities are excellent and Silver Shells is by far the nicest resort in Destin. I highly recommend this condo to any small family seeking an excellent vacation experience!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Condo!

Guest: Lynn (Newburgh, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 03/24/12 Review Submitted: 04/01/12

What a wonderful condo with a wonderful view of the pool and the ocean! We were delighted with our week at Silver Shells. Loved the weather and loved the amenities. Silver Shells does a great job of keeping the condo facilities clean and smelling fresh. The fitness and cardio centers are definitely favorites of the amenities. Working with the Barnhills was so easy. The welcome package gave us useful info to make our stay at Destin very enjoyable. We hope to return and have a wonderful weather week again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

LeClaire, IA

Guest: LeClaire, IA (LeClaire, IA)
Date of Stay: 03/10/12 Review Submitted: 03/22/12

The owner was so great to work with. This condo is well maintained and very clean. You couldn't be in a more perfect location and the view is amazing. You can't go wrong with this one.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Beautiful Condo

Guest: Bob and Bonnie (Olive Branch, MS)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 09/25/11

We just returned from Destin, and this unit is just beautiful. It was very clean and very well decorated. Frank and Geneva were wonderful to deal with. I liked the little extras like make-up remover in each bathroom. Of all the places we have stayed in Destin, I can honestly say this is the most beautiful. Even the grounds at Silver Shells were very well taken care of. You will love the pool, the unit and the grounds. We plan to return next year. I would highly recommend this property and this unit.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

Wonderful (short) stay...wish it had been longer!

Guest: dawnwpumpelly (Huntsville, AL)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/08/10

The condo was comfortable and in good condition. Frank and Geneva seem to have thought about all the little niceties like providing paper towels, dishwasher soap, etc. The complex is great for children with the lagoon pool, beach and beachside bar. We hope to stay again sometime soon! Thanks for everything!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/15/09 Review Submitted: 04/15/09

We just got home from our "snowbird" stay of 2 months. Everyting about the condo exceeded our expectations. The pictures do not give justice to how inviting the condo happens to be. Silver Shells is a great resort. Mr. Barnhill is so nice in providing extra info about Destin. Looking forward to staying in Destin in the future. The Henrys from Maryland

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Guest: The Gillespies
Date of Stay: 08/31/08 Review Submitted: 08/30/08

We had a very pleasant stay this week. Your condo was just perfect for what we needed. Thanks so much for the little extras you provided. Your suggestion of restaurants was great. We will return in the late fall and stay in your condo again. Just wanted to thank you for such a cozy place. The Gillespies Raymond, Ms.

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Guest: Garry & Holly Holmes
Date of Stay: 08/15/08 Review Submitted: 08/14/08

Thanks for the use of your condo. It's the beat! We love Destin and hope to be back. Your suggestions of restaurants were great. You made it so easy to rent your condo. Thanks for your hospitality! Also, thanks to Jackie for letting us in the unit early. She's Super! Garry & Holly Holmes New Phila., Oh.

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Guest: The Mangum
Date of Stay: 07/09/08 Review Submitted: 07/08/08

Thank you so much for the use of your condo. We love Silver Shells and the view from the balcony is the best ever. We hope to return this same time next year. Zampieris was great! Thanks for the suggestion. We appreciate your hospitality. Thank you so much, The Mangum Family

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Guest: Brittany Reynolds 8 yrs.
Date of Stay: 06/30/08 Review Submitted: 06/29/08

Thank you so much for everything you have done. I really apreshiate it and you have a very good hotel! Also you have a big pool at your hotel. By the pool there is a hot tub. Well have you every thought of putting a sand box by the pool so you can have little kids play while there parents swim in the pool. That would be fun. Love, Brittany Reynolds, 8 years old Loganville, Ga.

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Guest: The Alonso Family
Date of Stay: 06/28/08 Review Submitted: 06/27/08

We truly enjoyed staying in your condo. The view is breathtaking! You have a beautiful home here and we will definitely call you again when we come back to Destin. Thanks for making it so easy to reserve the condo and for all the information you sent to make our trip more fun. The Alonso Family, St. Louis, Mo.

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Guest: The Wade Family
Date of Stay: 06/04/08 Review Submitted: 06/03/08

Thank you so much for the use of your comdo! The condo is lovely and the view is gorgeous! This has been a vacation my family and I will never forget and we thank you for making it so easy. We love it here at Silver shells and we will definitely be coming back. Thanks again, The Wade Family Bossier City, La.

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Guest: Snyder Family
Date of Stay: 05/31/08 Review Submitted: 05/30/08

Thank you so much, the condo is great. We've had a wonderful time. We've had great weather & our kids Gage & Gabby had a blast. Thank you so much for being so sweet while making reservations so easy. We appreciate your kindness. We've had a blast! Thanks so much, The Snyder Family Dunlap, Tn.

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Guest: The Willis's
Date of Stay: 05/23/08 Review Submitted: 05/22/08

Thanks so much for letting us use your condo. It Was even better than we expected. The pictures on website don't do it justice. The food was great, weather was perfect and we had a wonderful time. We look forward to staying with you again. The Willis's Gray, Tn.

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Guest: Scott & Kathy Charles
Date of Stay: 11/03/07 Review Submitted: 11/02/07

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful condo. The view is great and the beach and ocean are gorgeous. We had great weather and a great time. This was our first trip to Destin, but I am sure it won't be our last. Scott & Kathy Charles Erwin, Tn.

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Guest: Jo Beth & Bob McDonald
Date of Stay: 10/19/07 Review Submitted: 10/18/07

This was a much needed vacation for us! Books read, scrabble, cards played, happy hours on the beach and at the pool were all just what we needed. Thank you for letting us stay in your condo. Our favorite restaurants were Back Porch, a special night at Marina Cafe, and McGuires Pub. Just good food and fun! Next time we'll spend more time on the beach. Jo Beth & Bob McDonald Neenah, Wi.

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Guest: Scott & Nikelle Troutt
Date of Stay: 08/04/07 Review Submitted: 08/03/07

Thank you so much for making our "last minute trip" perfect! The condo is beautiful! We will definitely be back. The food recommendations were right on, and we really enjoyed them. Thanks again, Scott, Nikelle, Garrett, Josie, Hank & Halle (The Troutt's) Knoxville, Tn.

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Guest: Tom & Careen Thillen
Date of Stay: 07/08/07 Review Submitted: 07/07/07

We had a wonderful time in your home away from home. We loved the beach and the view from the balcony. We hope to come again for another two weeks next year! Thanks a ton, Tom, Careen, Rachel, Craig, Morgan & Joe (The Thillen's) Memphis, Tn.

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Guest: Don, Julie Biczynski
Date of Stay: 06/21/07 Review Submitted: 06/20/07

Thank you so much for the great accommodations. We loved your condo. Our kids swam every day and enjoyed their very first trip to the beach. Frank, you were very helpful and kind during the planning stages - thank you! We will definitely be back, and hope to book your place again. Don, Julie, Nick and Sydney Buczynski Germantown, Wi.

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Guest: The Smiths
Date of Stay: 05/31/07 Review Submitted: 05/30/07

We had a great time! Beside the beach & pool, our other recommendations are The Backporch, Big Kahuna, Fudpuckers, Bonefish Grill, Destin Commons and Bass Pro Shop. The condo was great. Our best vacation yet! We will be back! The Smith's Alabama

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Guest: The Hale Family
Date of Stay: 05/26/07 Review Submitted: 05/25/07

We loved our vacation! It was sooo worth 12 hours of drive. We did all the things we wanted to do. We also enjoyed sitting on the deck. We absolutely loved our vacation! Our Recomendations: The Back Porch, Big Kahuna's, Fudpuckers, Destin Commons, Gulfarium. The Hale Family, Amy, Perry, Tara, & Ryan St. Louis, Mo.

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Guest: The Miller Family
Date of Stay: 05/19/07 Review Submitted: 05/18/07

We've had a perfect week at the beach! Silver Shells is the place to be. Thanks for letting us use your beautiful condo. We loved all of our usual hangouts; Fudpuckers (kids enjoyed feeding the alligators) Crab Trap, and the Backporch (twice!) This is definitely our family favorite vacation. We'll be back. The Miller Family, Eric, Ginger, Lilly & Logan Little Rock, Ak.

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Guest: Max & Traci Ruddell
Date of Stay: 05/12/07 Review Submitted: 05/11/07

Mr. & Mrs. Barnhill, Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful condo with us. We come to Destin often and your condo is the best so far. I think we've found our "perfect" vacation spot. The weather has been picture perfect and we've had the best time this week. Everyone has been so friendly and helpful. The beach was my favorite spot..WOW! And the balcony view was awesome. I am so sad to leave but hope to return soon. Thank you very much for your hospitality! Max & Traci Ruddell, Corydon, In.

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Guest: Brac, Jeannie, Alex & Abi
Date of Stay: 04/27/07 Review Submitted: 04/26/07

We had a great time! We love your condo - view is perfect. Thank you for sharing your "Home Awaw from Home" with us. Your Madison friends, Brac, Jeannie, Alex and Abi Shannon Madison, Ga.

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Guest: Deb Smith,Taylor Reel, Alexa Bond
Date of Stay: 04/07/07 Review Submitted: 04/06/07

Spring Break! What an awesome condo! We've been coming to Destin for 7 years. Usually stay at Tops'l. My daughter's friends tipped up off to Silver Shells. We will be staying here on future visits and will be booking your unit. The balcony view is unbelievable. Watched many dolphins and saw one shark pretty close to shore. We love your unit--can't decide on beach or pool! They are all wonderful. We will be back. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Deb, Taylor, Alexa Fishers, In.

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Guest: The Alleys
Date of Stay: 03/20/07 Review Submitted: 03/19/07

So far we have really enjoyed our stay. I have loved going to the beach and making sand castles and playing with friends. We will come back again some time soon so we can have this fun again. The Alleys Knoxville, Tn.

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Guest: Les & June Stufflebeam
Date of Stay: 12/31/06 Review Submitted: 12/30/06

Enjoyed our winter vacation in your lovely condo. The weather was cooler than expected, but was most relaxing and refreshing to bring in the New Year 2007. This was our second time at Silver Shells--came in Dec. 2004. Learned more about Destin and the area. Great Shopping and Great Food, during our stay and enjoyed by all. Thank you for your beautiful, comfortable surroundings. Hope to return ASAP. Les & Jane Sufflebeam, Tulsa, Ok. Lorren & Kathy Beavers

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Guest: The Bells & The Neels
Date of Stay: 09/23/06 Review Submitted: 09/22/06

Had a great vacation. Enjoyed watching three dolphins in the ocean. Enjoyed the Spa and pool. Played checkers, rented movies and watched football. Slept late in the mornings and shopped until we dropped! You just can't beat it! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful condo. The Bells, Churchill, Tn. & The Neels, Bristol, Tn.

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Guest: The Hughes
Date of Stay: 09/16/06 Review Submitted: 09/15/06

Oh! How we hate to leave. Sigh! We had such a great time. The weather was perfect as well as the condo. Till next year. R, D, B, D, Hughes Nashville, Tn.

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Guest: The Abrams Family
Date of Stay: 08/08/06 Review Submitted: 08/07/06

First off, I would like to thank you for allowing us to have a wonderful vacation in your condo. It was a week before school started and having this vacation relieved much of the up and coming stress. The weather was perfect and the view from the balcony was breathtaking We will definitely be back so be expecting us. Thank you once again! The Abrams, & Jerrie Longview, Tx.

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Guest: The Landrums
Date of Stay: 07/29/06 Review Submitted: 07/28/06

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Barnhill, We've been making our yearly pilgrimage to Destin for 19 years and have watched all the change come, some good, some bad, but your vacation home here at Silver Shells and this complex is definitely a plus. We enjoyed this week with our family in your lovely condo, and now we all go in different directions...two off to different colleges. I am glad we had a beautiful week together. Thank you for your hospitality. We will definitely return. The Landrums, Scott, Kay, Patrick, Eva and Caroline, Scottsville, Ky., Williamston, N.C., and Weatherford, Tx.

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Guest: The Ropers
Date of Stay: 07/08/06 Review Submitted: 07/07/06

Our Family enjoyed our first week at Silver Shells in your condo. The view and unit was fabulous. A wonderful Memory! We loved the extras.... Spa...Fitness Center. We hope to return and bring other family members to this beautiful resort. The weather was perfect! Until next year............. The Ropers, Collierville, Tn.

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Guest: John & Patty Petrey
Date of Stay: 06/24/06 Review Submitted: 06/23/06

Our Family thoroughly enjoyed the week at your charming condo. Silver shells is definitely a top notch resort. The weather has been just lovely. I will miss relaxing on the terrace! Kudos on the condo decor, you have managed to capture a combination of class and comfort. While most only dream of owning a "piece of paradise" you have allowed us to "share" in the experience with you. We will have many fond memories to reflect on until we come back. John & Patty Petrey, Montgomery, Al.

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Guest: The Holt's
Date of Stay: 06/17/06 Review Submitted: 06/16/06

Great vacation with plenty of Sun and great food (plus shopping). We really needed a relaxing week and we definitely got it. Your condo is beautiful & very convenient to the pool and beach with an awesome view. Thanks again, The Holt's and The Gibson's Atlanta, Ga.

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Guest: Perkin's & Rankins
Date of Stay: 06/04/06 Review Submitted: 06/03/06

We had a wonderful vacation again in Destin. Good weather, shopping, food and fun! We always enjoy eating at the Back Porch and look forward to the re-opening of Harry T's next year. We love Silver Shells and enjoyed your beautiful condo. Great decor and what a perfect View! We'll be back next year, and hope to stay at your place again. Thank you, The Perkins Family, Kennett, Mo. The Rankin Family, Jonesboro, Ar.

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Guest: Tony,Trina, Rylee, Ryan, Warford
Date of Stay: 05/28/06 Review Submitted: 05/27/06

We have had a perfect family vacation! Your condo is absolutely wonderful. We loved the view of the ocean and the decor is beautiful. This was a great place for our children to relax and have great fun. My husband is already planning to come back next year. I hope this unit will be available. Thank you so much for allowing us to visit your home. The Warfords, Tony, Trina, Rylee, & Ryan Clay, Ky.

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Guest: The Yanni's
Date of Stay: 05/08/06 Review Submitted: 05/07/06

We've been vacationing in Destin for 15 years and our last 4 trips we've enjoyed Silver Shells. So far this unit is our favorite. We appreciate the location, decor, nicely stocked kitchen and ample supply newer towels, wash cloths etc. The outdoor furniture is comfortable and just right. Thank you for renting your home & we hope others take good care of it for you as it's a pleasure to stay here. We look forward to our next visit. Fondly, 4 friends from Indiana (Yanni's)

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Guest: Arielle Parks
Date of Stay: 04/29/06 Review Submitted: 04/28/06

Your condo made us fee at home. The view was perfect of the ocean. I hope we can come back some day! Arielle Parks, Illinois

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Guest: Don & Lleila Curry
Date of Stay: 03/18/06 Review Submitted: 03/17/06

You have a beautiful condo. We enjoyed our stay very much. Getting to the sea from the north is great and your place was a bonus. Our only disappointment was we were too late to book for '07 for 2 1/2 months but perhaps another time we will be lucky. Thanks for a wonderful opportunity, Don & Lleila Curry, Georgetown, Ontario Canada

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Guest: The Hazelwoods
Date of Stay: 10/26/05 Review Submitted: 10/25/05

Hurricane Frances tried to ruin our vacation, so we had to drive around the storm to get here. We came from Atlanta by way of Biloxi. We got here a little late, but it was worth it! For 5 days we had sun and fun with our daughters, Kate and Holly. It was the first time they had seen the ocean. We had fun jumping the waves and building sandcastles! Thanks for the use of your condo. The view and the decor were fantastic! We had a Great Vacation! The Hazelwoods, Jonathan, Lydia & Family

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Guest: Lori & Joyce
Date of Stay: 08/20/05 Review Submitted: 08/19/05

The weather has been "Great" and the view from the balcony is "Terrific"!!. The condo is decorated beautifully and very confortable. We had a wonderful time and plan on coming back next summer. This was our annual Mom and Daughter trip to Destin. Thanks for a wonderful week. Lori - Carmel, Ind. & Joyce - Gallatin, Tn.

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Guest: The Loves
Date of Stay: 08/05/05 Review Submitted: 08/04/05

Loved the Condo - would like to buy it!! Weather was a bit rainy a couple of days, but we still had a great fun!! Dennis took his toll, but this place still looks great! Think we've found a new "regular" place to go!! The Love's Shane, Jackie, Kristen & Asron

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Guest: The Aarons
Date of Stay: 07/02/05 Review Submitted: 07/01/05

Your Condo has been fabulous! We had a great vacation. Ava (4) and A.J. (3) had their first trip to the beach! As I write, they both are crying because they don't want to leave. My favorite spot....the lounge chair on the balcony, in the early A.M. (before anyone rises) Thanks! The Aarons, Jim, Alana, AJ, Ava

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Guest: Pete & Marita Peters
Date of Stay: 06/10/05 Review Submitted: 06/09/05

This our first visit to Silver Shells and we throughly enjoyed it. The condo is beautiful, the view and amenities are spectacular and the weather couldn't have been better. We will definitely be back for another visit! Thank You, Martha, Brad, & Hayden Pete & Marita Peters Brentwood, Tn.

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Guest: The Miller Family
Date of Stay: 06/04/05 Review Submitted: 06/03/05

We enjoyed our stay again! Thank You, The Miller Family Taylor, Marci, Reed, & Hayley

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Guest: The Wilson Family
Date of Stay: 04/02/05 Review Submitted: 04/01/05

We really enjoyed our stay. The weather was a little cool but we still had fun. We hope to come back soon! P.S. We would recommend a remote for the VCR/DVD player in the family room. The Wilson Family Randy, Sherri and Taylor

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Guest: Mike & Elaine Koza
Date of Stay: 03/15/05 Review Submitted: 03/14/05

What a beautiful place you have. We had a great time relaxing, taking in the sights & eating some great food. The best place was on the balcony watching the Gulf. It's such a tremendous view - we hate to leave it. Our hope is to do this again next year. Thanks! Mike & Elaine Koza La Crescent, Mn.

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Guest: Steve & Cindi Reeves
Date of Stay: 11/05/04 Review Submitted: 11/04/04

Great Condo, beautiful beach, great weather. We were here for a Pre-Paid legal Services, Inc. bonus get-a-way! We're coming back to Destin with our kids soon! Thank You! Steve & Cindi Reeves Loveland, Co.

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Guest: The Scharlar Family
Date of Stay: 08/21/04 Review Submitted: 08/20/04

Hurricane Charley sent us here, we were on our way to Clearwater Beach and we had to change plans on our way down. We truly enjoyed our vacation and plan to come back again! It had everything you could want and more. Thank You, The Scharlar Family Batavia, Il.

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Guest: Marci & Taylor Miller
Date of Stay: 06/12/04 Review Submitted: 06/11/04

We had a great time! Perfect weather. Lots of fun. Marci & Taylor Miller Tyler Tx.

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