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BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401

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Welcome to Sterling Reef 401
Sterling Reef 401 Living Room
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear skies and a pier in the distance.
Gulf Front Pool Sterling Reef
A beachside lounge area with blue lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Edgewater Gulf Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401

Top Reasons to Book this Fabulous Condo:

* Stunning Gulf Views from the Balcony, Living Room and Master

* Beachfront Pool (Seasonally Heated), Grilling Area

* Fitness Center w/ Gulf Views, Activity Room, Onsite Watersport Rentals

* Walk to the fishing Pier; only .5 miles from Shipwreck Island!

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

Welcome to Sterling Reef 401!  This beautifully decorated 3BR/2BA BeachFRONT corner unit boasts amazing Gulf views of the sugar white sands and the emerald waters!  Enjoy the sights and sounds from your large, private balcony as well as the living room, kitchen and master bedroom! This condo features a king bed in the master bedroom with balcony access, a queen bed in the first guest room, and a king in the second guest room.  This lovely unit sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably! With its breath-taking views and convenient location, Sterling Reef 401 will definitely be your next family favorite vacation destination!

Built in 2005, Sterling Reef is in a fantastic location on Panama City Beach, only .5 miles from Shipwreck Island and within walking distance of the fishing pier. Vacation rentals at this lovely resort have a seasonally heated 4000sqft bi-level pool with waterfall at their disposal, a fitness center overlooking the pool and beach area, an activity room w/ flatscreen TV, and grills on the sky terrace. Watersport rentals are also available.

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom: King Bed

Area Attractions: 

If you're looking for more adventure, the following water sports and activities you can arrange:  Dolphin encounters, Banana Boat rides, Sailboat Rides/Rentals, Jet Ski Rentals, Boogie Board Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Eco-Tours and Surf Lessons.

If you're looking for great shopping and fabulous eateries, nearby Pier Park will fit the bill! With more than 125 retail, dining and entertainment choices, Pier Park is a one-of-a-kind beachfront family-friendly attraction featuring island-inspired architecture and popular stores. Dillard’s, JCPenney, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Target, Forever 21 are a but a few. Dine at numerous eateries like Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Dick’s Last Resort, and Five Guys Burgers or catch a show at the Grand IMAX Theater.

Registration Number=44368

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 44368
Property # 2502036vb
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is on the beach. Thomas Drive and Pier Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Panama City Beaches and Frank Brown Park. Check out an event or a game at Publix Sports Park, and consider making time for Shipwreck Island Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • M.B. Miller County Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salty Goat Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocean's Bar & Grill (Edgewater Beach Resort) - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachFRONT~Balcony~Corner Unit~Pool~Sterling Reef 401 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Gulf Beach, Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Thomas Drive is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great spring break trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo was amazing and we had the best time staying here!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay with great views at this unit. Only issue we had during our stay was paying for parking(it ended up taking 24hrs to figure the issue out). All in all it was an amazing location to spend our time at during our vacation , would book again!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great views
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda b.

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

very nice place

good location clean
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2024
Brenda, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed the clean and well-located property. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

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

Wonderful condo!

I would highly recommend this condo! Excellent location and the view was amazing. It was very clean and comfortable and was exactly as pictured. Close to restaurants and a water park. I would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2024
Kara, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you found the condo clean, comfortable, and exactly as pictured. It's great to know you enjoyed the excellent location and amazing view. We hope you join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mequine W.

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

Weekend Vaca

The place was really nice just like the pictures, even better. The views were amazing! Friends were inquiring about the loction so they can book!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2024
Mequine, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the views and that the place exceeded your expectations. We hope to host you and your friends again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robbie J.

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

Spring Break 25'

We've been coming to Panama for years. Things have changed over years but still a beautiful place to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2025
Thank you for your review, Robbie! We're glad to hear that you continue to enjoy your visits to Panama. It’s a wonderful destination, and we hope to welcome you back for many more memorable trips in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

Comfortable with Beautiful View

Our room was so stylish with a breath taking view. We wished we had planned to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica F.

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

Nice Stay

The unit was nice, views were beautiful. We had a few issues, but the management was very responsive and fixed them very quickly. Overall, I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2023
Monica, we love that you enjoyed a nice stay in this three-bedroom, two-bath beachfront corner unit with beautiful views. We are happy to know that the issues were responded to quickly. Thank you for your patience and for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Perfect spot

It was perfect the beach the room everything! Well worth it! I will for sure be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept, 2023
Kristina, we love that this three-bedroom, two-bath beachfront corner unit was perfect. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawana N.

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

Friends at PCB

Very nice stay. Beds were comfy. Issue with living room ceiling fan but was resolved quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2024
Lawana, Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re glad to hear you had a nice stay and that the beds were comfortable! It’s great our team was able to get the issue with the ceiling fan resolved quickly. We hope you’ll join us again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

Beautiful & Relaxing!

We got the same room we had last year because we liked it so much. We had a wonderful view. And it was decorated so well. It had all the amenities necessary for a comfortable week's stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2024
Gary, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the room to be comfortable and well-appointed. We're glad you were able to return to the same room you liked so much last year and that the view was wonderful. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

Great trip

Stayed with our 2 adult kids (son and daughter) plus her husband and our grand daughter. Ate great food, went deep sea fishing, shopping and our 3 y/o grand daughter got a hole in one playing gooney golf. Great time relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec, 2023
Sharon, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you had a great trip. We’re glad you found a lot of activities and were able to relax. We hope you’ll visit again soon. Thank you for choosing arealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris Y.

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

Nice place

The view was beautiful. The only issue with building was the elevator. Took forever to get one.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2025
Chris, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful view. We apologize for the inconvenience with the elevator and hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donavan V.

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

We found our go-to PCB condo

We have stayed in quite a few Panhandle condos over the years and this one may be the One. Great parking situation and location near the pier. The spaciousness is surprising and views terrific, particularly at the dining table. Management was first rate when we needed some help, thanks Sheryl and Christopher! A lot of boxes checked off and great value.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2024
Donavan, Thank you for the 5-star review. It's fantastic to hear this condo stood out among your experiences and that Sheryl and Christopher could assist you effectively! We're thrilled the location, space, and views made for a memorable stay. We can't wait to have you back to check off even more boxes for a perfect vacation. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Great condo

We loved the view of the gulf. Disappointed the pool is not available and the first weekend of May is Thunder Beach with a motorcycle rally, loud music - all night long. We would go back, but not during that event.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2024
Becky, Thank you for the 5-star review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad you enjoyed the view of the Gulf. We apologize for the inconvenience of the pool being unavailable and the noise from the nearby motorcycle rally during your stay. We hope you'll consider joining us again soon, perhaps during a different time of year when the area is quieter. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

John T.

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

Panama City

I'd say the only negatve was the escalator!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Great condo

The condo was better than the pictures provided in the listing. It is very spacious and comfortable. Being an end unit made it even better. The views were absolutely fabulous. The location was great. Close to everything you could need. There were beach chairs on the balcony which was a huge help. Jet skis for rent right on the beach as well as banana boat rentals. Highly recommended this unit. We can’t wait to go back and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Family vacation

Perfect as sterling reef always is This unit needs a new washer and dryer. Besides the fact that it’s VERY loud. It also damaged several pairs of cloths
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2024
Emily, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you enjoyed your family vacation and appreciate your feedback on the washer and dryer; we'll look into this to ensure future stays are even more comfortable. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Julia W.

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

PCB Trip 2024

The condo was clean and the location was great. However, the exterior of the property needs to be attended to. It is very unlevel, especially on the 4th floor by the elevator area. There are no signs or markings indicating to watch yourstep.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2024
Julia, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear the condo was clean and the location was great. We appreciate your feedback about the exterior of the property and will be sure to pass along your observations to the HOA. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

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

Great view and great location

This was a great unit. Since it was a corner unit, it had a spectacular view. The elevators are somewhat slow, but this place was no worse than any other units I’ve stayed in the area. My only slight complaint is there was no Roku or streaming capability. It wasn’t advertised as having it, but this is the first unit I’ve rented in a while that didn’t have Roku. It did have satellite/cable TV. My only other complaint was there was only 1 extra blanket. I would definitely stay here again. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2024
Kathryn, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the spectacular view and that your family loved the unit. We appreciate your feedback about the elevators and streaming options, and we'll take that into consideration. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by RealJoy Vacations

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Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your Swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!

Why they chose this property

The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!

What makes this property unique

Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.

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