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Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores

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A spacious living room with a blue sofa, striped armchairs, a round coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A resort pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a fountain.
A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling fan, a television, and a decorative cabinet.
A gated entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a building with a blue and white facade.
A beachfront hotel with multiple parking levels, a pool area, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Destin Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • On-site fitness center
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Morgan Sports Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Club LA and LuLu's Destin, FL.. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Candymaker - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores on Feb 3, 2027 start from $354, 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 Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores 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 View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Room was everything the pictures had, no surprises
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Gulf View Retreat with Beach Service at Sterling Shores on Oct 20, 2026
We’re happy to hear the room met your expectations and was just as pictured. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was fantastic. Easy access to both pools and beach. Very clean and has a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2026
We’re so happy to hear you had a fantastic stay! It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the easy access to the pools and beach and found the condo clean and comfortable for your vacation. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean room and facilities were top notch. Even supplied beach chairs and skim boards. Comfortable beds. Nice kitchen and every utensil needed. Great restaurant close as well as the candy store.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2026
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the clean accommodations and found everything you needed for a comfortable stay! It is great to know the beach gear, kitchen setup, and nearby restaurants added to your experience. We would love to welcome you back again soon. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely perfect for our family. Great location, clean and beautiful beach view. Lots of seating area, as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2025
It’s wonderful to know the space was just right for your family and that you enjoyed the great location along with the beautiful beach view. We’re so glad the extra seating made it even more comfortable. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! Very clean! Would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 18, 2026
We are so happy to hear you found everything very clean and had a great stay. It is wonderful to know you would book again and we would love to host you in the future. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Reat place to stay

The place was clean and hosts were very easy to contact and responded quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2025
We're so appreciative of this amazing review, Cole! We know that communication is the key to an exceptional guest experience, so you can always count on our team to respond in a timely manner. Hoping you can come stay with us again in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

overall a wonderful stay, a few minor things were broken however they made no impact.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2025
We’re so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay, Toni! It’s great to know the minor issues didn’t affect your experience. We’d love to have you back for another relaxing getaway. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place. Chilled area. The Back porch and beach were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2024
Hello! Thank you so much for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed the vacation home and the beach! We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The balcony is great, nice and peaceful. The pools are amazing and the beach access is so easy and quick. The Back Porch was utilized for at least 2 meals. The taco truck across the street is walking distance. There's an ice cream and candy shop nearby. I would stay here again. Communication with staff was really great.
view of balcony from across the parking lot
balcony
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2026
Glad you enjoyed the balcony, pools, and easy beach access. The location really is hard to beat, especially with spots like The Back Porch nearby. We're happy to hear our team made your stay even better. We’d love to have you back. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place to stay

The check-in process was easy. The staff was amazing. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay with my family. I would highly recommend staying at Sterling Shores compass resorts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2024
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! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

It was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2024
We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing stay with us, Yolanda! Hoping you'll come back and see us again in the future. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick trip

The condo was perfect for a quick beach trip. Short walk to the beach and a lot of restaurant options near by. The pool was great also, never crowd and weren’t having to fight to find some pool chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
We’re glad the condo was just right for your quick beach getaway, Chelsea! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the short walk to the beach, nearby dining options, and a peaceful pool experience without the crowds. Hoping you can come stay with us again in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

We loved this unit and property….. so convenient. The pools were very nice and easy access to beach! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was quite literally perfect. The space was bigger than we thought, the view was incredible, access to the beach was easy, the pool was great and the overall location was wonderful. We used some of the provided beach chairs regularly to relax in the sand.Checkin was easy, we were able to text with the host and always get quick replies and the place was perfect for our group of 5. We will for sure be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2026
It sounds like everything came together perfectly for your stay! From the spacious layout and incredible views to the easy beach access and relaxing pool time, we’re so glad it was a great fit for your group. We love hearing that communication was smooth and made your experience even better. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay here. Very clean, right across from a bar/restaurant, a short walk to the beach, great pools, & a few grills we cooked lunch on. I will say If you plan on cooking definitely pack for that, down to the salt and pepper. 10/10 we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2024 Family Vacation

The Condo was perfect for the 7 of us. Everything worked in the Condo. we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 13, 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

10/10 Excellent

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

Our favorite place to stay

We love Sterling Shores! Right in the middle of everything with perfect beach views. Easy beach access and lots of restaurants close by. Rooms are always clean and well stocked. No issues whatsoever! The only place we stay at the beach!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2024
Bobbie, our central location in Destin means you're never too far away from fun! You can always count on us for a clean and well stocked condo. Can't wait to see you back here again! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful week

The check-in process was very easy. We loved having the option of the heated pool on the chilly days. I wish the big pool was heated, but other than that it was a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2024
So glad you had a great stay with us, Lyndi! The heated pool is a great place to relax on a chilly day. We'd love to welcome you back again in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Right

Easy beach access. Decent view. Fully stocked kitchen supplies. Nice to have a “starter set” of soap, shampoo & conditioner, toilet paper, and paper towels. In condo washing machine and dryer were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 14, 2025
Kristin, sounds like you had everything you needed for a smooth and relaxing stay! We’re glad the beach was easy to get to, the view was enjoyable, and the little touches like the starter set and in-condo laundry made things extra convenient. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Convenient to everything. Room need some maintenance items, they offered to fix while I was there and had great communication but I believe these things should be done before I get there. Not my job to inspect as we are settling in to our vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies Weekend

The rooms were decorated nicely and had all the amenities you needed, especially the kitchen. The view of the ocean from our balcony was beautiful. We loved our morning coffee time on the balcony as we watched the dolphins play in the ocean. The building is very quiet and perfect for a girls weekend. It's a short walk to the beach and anything we needed was within reach. The condo, building and common areas were very clean. If anything was needed, we called and things were fixed shortly afterwards. It really was a perfect stay. Only suggestion is that the building figure out a recycling system.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2024
Hi Liz! Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the vacation home met your needs. We appreciate your patience and understanding when it came to any issues that arose during your stay, and we're pleased to hear that they were promptly addressed. We will pass your suggestion regarding a recycling system along to our property manager, thank you for the suggestion! We can't wait to have you back for another girls' weekend! Have a wonderful day!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Don

Unit was overall good. Some items that appeared over looked . Issues: Second bathroom shower door would not open and close. Second bathroom fan did not work. Master bathroom door lacked ability to lock and provide privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2024
Thank you for your detailed feedback on your recent stay. We apologize for the oversight with the second bathroom's shower door and fan, as well as the issue with the master bathroom door. We will address these concerns promptly to ensure a better experience for future guests. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed the condo. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back for another great stay in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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