A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Destin Beaches
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Heated Pool
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washer
Explore the area
Destin, FL
Destin Beaches
Place, Destin Beaches
1 min walk
Morgan Sports Center
Place, Morgan Sports Center
8 min walk
Henderson Beach State Park
Place, Henderson Beach State Park
14 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Guest Bedroom
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
Living Area
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool!
Welcome to Silver Shells St. Maarten 201, a spacious beachfront Destin vacation rental located in the highly desirable Silver Shells Beach Resort. This three-bedrooms, three-bathrooms, and is conveniently located on the second floor. As an end unit, St. Maarten 201 boasts more outdoor living space, creating the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, dine al fresco, or unwind while watching the sunset over the Gulf. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area is designed with comfort and entertaining in mind. The fully equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample cookware, and everything needed to prepare family meals during your stay. The dining area seats four guests, with four additional seats at the breakfast bar and two more at a bistro table. The spacious living room offers comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, 12-foot ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase incredible Gulf views and fill the space with natural light. The primary suite provides a private retreat with direct patio access and stunning beach views. Furnished with a king bed and flat-screen TV, the primary bedroom also features an en-suite bathroom complete with a Jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, and double vanity. The first guest bedroom includes a king bed, flat-screen TV, patio access, and an en-suite bathroom with a tub/shower combination. The second guest bedroom features a twin bed and a full bed, a flat-screen TV, and private access to the north-facing patio. A third full bathroom with a tub/shower combination is conveniently located near both the guest bedroom and living area. For added convenience, Silver Shells St. Maarten 201 includes a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a full-size washer and dryer, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay for the entire family. Book your stay today and experience the best of the Emerald Coast at Silver Shells St. Maarten 201.
Complimentary Beach Service Included: March 1 to October 31 (Does not apply to stays 28 days or longer.)
BEDDING SUMMARY Primary Bedroom: King Bed Guest Bedroom 1: King Bed Guest Bedroom 2: Twin Bed and Full Bed Living Area: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Discover the perfect family getaway at Silver Shells Resort, ideally located in the heart of Destin. This beautifully landscaped resort offers something for everyone, from a 7,500-square-foot lagoon pool to 1,000 feet of private sugar-white sand. Enjoy outdoor activities with tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, along with aerobics and weightlifting facilities. For ultimate relaxation, unwind at the on-site spa, featuring massages, facials, a steam room, sauna, indoor/outdoor pool, and a jacuzzi. Indulge in fine dining at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, conveniently located at the resort’s entrance, or take a short stroll to The Back Porch, a local favorite beachfront restaurant. Experience the luxury and comfort of Silver Shells Resort for your next vacation.
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. Guests will also receive a complimentary SOJO amenity kit with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in Compass’s own signature scent. For longer stays, we recommend purchasing additional supplies to meet your specific needs.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the neighborhood
Destin
Located in Destin, this condo is on the beach. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center or Preston Hood Athletic Complex. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Destin, FL
What's nearby
Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
The Track Family Recreation Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Morgan Sports Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
The Back Porch - 15 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - 17 min walk
Subway - 3 min drive
Pelican Beach Resort - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool!?
As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool! on Nov 5, 2026 start from $377, 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 Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool! 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 Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Large lobby-level end condo w/patio access to beach & pool! 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
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This condo was more than we expected. It was large enough for 5 adults and the location to the pool and beach was fantastic. We look forward to staying again!
ken S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2023
Hi Ken!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so happy that you enjoyed the property and your stay! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts! Have a great day!
One would think being on the Lobby level was not as good since you have an obstructed view of the ocean, but the easy entrance, 14 foot ceilings (only 8-10 in units above this one) and great parking space made this unit great. Highly recommended!
Russell G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2023
Hi, Russell!
Thank you so much for the great review! We are thrilled to hear you had an amazing stay in St. Maarten 201, and we hope to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Overall, the unit is nice and the location is perfect on ground floor. We had a few small issues with a lamp not working in guest room and washing machine stopping in middle of cycle, which were addressed. Overall, it was a great experience and we would definitely stay there again.
Amy P.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2024
Hi, Amy!
Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed the vacation home and had a great stay with us! Thank you so much for your patience as we handled the lamp and washing machine issues for you!!
We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Loved being on the main floor. Came with beach and umbrella on special dates. There are no games, beach towels or chairs, spices or any extra’s. Walmart is across the street, so place your grocery order for pick up.
Lacey A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2025
Lacey, We're glad you enjoyed the convenience of being on the main floor and the beach service. We appreciate your feedback regarding the lack of extra amenities like games, beach towels, and spices. We’ll certainly take that into consideration for future improvements. We're happy that the nearby Walmart made grocery shopping easy for you. We look forward to hosting you again! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
We had a broken washer first fee days but Compass Resorts was on top of it making sure alternative arrangements were made. Would normally ask for partial refund for inconvenience but they did such a good job I couldn’t do it. Everything else went smooth!
Russell G.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 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 review
6/10 Okay
Fran C.
Oct 10, 2022
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Gym was closed and heated pool didn't work so all the kids was in the hot tub
Would have liked to use the hot tub more than one time in a week. Knats we're terrible in the kitchen and the bathrooms
Fran C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 1, 2022
Hi, Fran!
Thank you for your review, and for providing us with this feedback. We will share your suggestion to start heating the pool earlier with our on-site team, as the pool heating does not begin until mid-November typically. We will also follow up with our Pest Management regarding the gnats. We hope you enjoyed your stay otherwise, and we hope to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Condo was so spacious and convenient!! Plenty of room for family of 5. Love the location, easy parking and access to room. Literally walk out the back door and you’re at the pool and beach. You can also park right by the room and access your room without having to use elevator. Great tiki bar beachside for drinks and lunch. Room was very clean and nicely decorated. Walking distance to ice cream shop and the Back porch restaurant. 2 beach chairs/umbrella is included and set up daily for you. The only downside was beach chairs were set up daily in a certain order and we were on the 3rd row. Your 1st day you need to be at the chair rental by 8:30am to try to get front row set up but it’s not a guarantee. We went early several times but there were no “openings”.
Anna M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 28, 2023
Hi, Anna!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Silver Shells and the on-site Tiki Bar! We will make sure to share your feedback with our Beach Service partners, and hope to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Overall we enjoyed our stay, however, a few things would have made it better. There was only one comfortable mattress and that was the king in the 2nd bedroom. All the other mattresses were very bad and need replaced. We were planning on grilling but we couldn't because the grill was just too flithy. The toaster is a fire hazard, when we tried to use it an open flame shot out. The front door to the inside hallway doesn't open except for about 1 1/2 feet. The door was catching on the carpet and it took some force just to get it open that far. We had to enter and exit through the sliding doors and leave the place unlocked when we went out. For what we paid for this unit, we expected more!
Kristie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2024
Kristie, thank you for taking the time to leave this honest feedback about our condo. We want everyone to feel comfortable when staying with us, so we'll be sure to look into everything you've addressed. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we hope you can come stay with us again in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Hi, Sarah!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are so glad that everything went smoothly for your stay, and we can't wait to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
We stayed at Silver Shells St. Maarten 201 from 6/11 to 6/19. We would definitely recommend this resort and this specific unit to others.
Unit location: The unit is on the ground floor, so instead of a balcony on the front of the unit, there is a very large patio. The patio is separated by an iron fence from a public terrace that overlooks the pool area. In the back of the unit there are sliding doors off of two of the bedrooms to the parking lot. The only downsides to being on the main floor would be 1) less of a view to the Gulf and 2) if you felt less secure being on the main floor. We felt like the ground floor was ideal. The patio is enormous compared to the balconies, and you can still see the horizon from the ground floor (and hear the water). Being on the terrace overlooking the pool made it much easier to let our young teens go down to the pool without us, which we might have been reluctant to do so if it meant an elevator ride. It was easy to go back and grab something when we went to the beach (e.g., refill the cooler, get more suntan lotion). The ground floor sliding door access in the back of the unit made it easy to load and unload the car. There is also a private spot in the parking garage under the unit with easy elevator access that opens directly to the unit's foyer.
Unit impression: The pictures are accurate. Furniture is nice and perfectly comfortable. Beds are comfy. The showers weren't as clean as we wanted, but the management company was quick to address. The sliding door to the patio was weirdly difficult to slide. There were a few items missing (e.g., grilling utensils) that we had to buy and donate to the unit.
Management company: Compass Resorts has an efficient process for check-in and -out. When we had a few minor issues (e.g., coffee maker stopped working, or we couldn't reset the TV box) they responded promptly. Nice people.
Resort: Perfect location. Silver Shells Resort is ideal for a family vacation. Having a gigantic pool area (on the BEACH SIDE!!!) of the main highway was amazing. It really is a unique property. There is not a lot of nightlife within walking distance, which we viewed as a benefit. Our only real complaint was that the communal gas grills (there are four associated with each building) were poorly maintained and one of them represented an actual safety hazard. There was often a line for people waiting to grill their meals on the two working grills.
tl;dr: We will definitely go back.
Matthew P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2021
Hi, Matthew!
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with this excellent review of your stay! We are so happy to hear your family enjoyed your vacation at Silver Shells Resort, and that you are already thinking about your next visit! We appreciate you providing us with a opportunities for improvement to communicate to the property managers (especially about the safety hazard with the communal grill).
Thank you again for the wonderful review, and for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
We absolutely loved the condo. AC kept us cool and there was a ton of room for everyone. The outdoor patio was great in the cool night. Our family is already planning our vacation next year at the same condo.
Christy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 14, 2021
Hi, Christy!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so glad you had a great family vacation with us, and have even started planning for your next stay!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day, and we can't wait to welcome you back next year!
The condo was very nice. There was plenty of room for everyone. I only have 2 minor complaints. The first is that under the couch cushions were very dirty with food, crayons, etc. It seems to have been missed from the previous cleaning. Second, we were miserably hot the entire time. The AC does not keep up. We even kept it on the recommended settings. Sleeping was miserable. Other than that, the place was wonderful. I would stay again.
Ricky U.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 24, 2021
Hi, Ricky!
Thank you so much for the great review. We really appreciate you taking the time to provide us with this feedback, as it definitely helps us improve. We will make sure to communicate this opportunity to our Silver Shells 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 review
8/10 Good
Kyle P.
Oct 22, 2020
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Love the location and property
This was our second year staying there, the location and property overall are top notch. We came shortly after a hurricane and was assured before we arrived that our building and room specifically were not affected by the storm. Upon arrival, the flooring and baseboards of the hallway leading to our room were being ripped out due to water damage. Our master bedroom had a saturated carpet and obvious stench from the moisture. Compass resorts kept blowing us off repeatedly and the lack of communication from them was off putting and frankly disrespectful. It wasn’t until nearly a week after we returned from our stay that we finally were able to reach Liz Ross, GM at compass resorts and she was absolutely delightful. She is the only reason this review didn’t net a 2* review. Before speaking with her we were set on never doing business with compass resorts again. Because of her, we will most likely be returning again next year. Liz I hope you read this, you are a fine person and I appreciate your sincerity.
Kyle P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
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