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Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat!

Seafront with hot tub, near Thomas Drive

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View of the Gulf and the Sterling Beach pool from our balcony
Living room with queen sleeper sofa
Living room with new 75 inch tv
Living room with new 75 inch tv
Dining table for 6 and 3 seats at the kitchen counter

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Thomas Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Andrews Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat!

Relax in our spacious oceanfront Biscayne condo at Sterling Beach, featuring a 31-foot balcony overlooking the Gulf. Enjoy 300 feet of sugar-white beach with two reserved beach chairs and umbrella (March–October). The resort offers street-level parking for two vehicles, a heated pool, sun deck, hot tub, barbecue grills, and a fitness center with Gulf views.

Key Features
• Spacious Comfort: 1,636 sq. ft. of living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a queen sleeper sofa (sleeps 6–8)
• Stunning Views: The living room and master bedroom open to a 260 sq. ft. balcony with breathtaking panoramic views of the white sands and emerald waters of Panama City Beach.
• Master Suite: Master suite with king bed, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with whirlpool tub, walk-in shower, and double sinks
• Bedrooms: Second bedroom with queen bed and attached bath; third bedroom with two twin beds
• Large, fully equipped kitchen: granite countertops, GE appliances, refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, dishwasher, blender, toaster, glassware, flatware, and all cookware needed for your favorite meals.
• Dining area: Dine at the table for six, breakfast bar, or outdoor dining on the balcony
• Full-sized washer and dryer in a separate utility room
• Towels and linens provided (bring your own beach towels)
• 75” TV with streaming service and free high-speed internet

Resort Amenities:
• Pool: 4,000 sq. ft. free-form swimming pool (heated seasonally)
• Beach: You won't have to compete for your spot on the beach here because Sterling Beach offers over 300 feet of private beach. And your pair of reserved beach chairs with an umbrella that are included with your stay will be waiting for you on the beach when you rent our condo (seasonal March-October)!
• Hot Tub: Expansive sun deck and Gulf-front hot tub
• Grills: Outdoor gas barbecue grills by the pool deck
• Gym: Modern fitness center with treadmills, cardio machines, and free weights—all overlooking the pool and Gulf
• Lush tropical landscaping on 5 acres
• Street-level parking with two vehicle limit. No parking decks or walkovers!

Rental Information:
• Age Requirement: Adults 25+ only; must occupy during rental
• No smoking or pets: Sterling Beach is a smoke-free property
• Check-in: 4 pm(Central Time); Check-out: 10 am (Central Time)
• Taxes: State and County taxes are not included in the rates
• Damages: Renter responsible for damages (excluding normal wear)
• Payment: due 30 days before arrival

How to Book
Ready to reserve your stay? Select “Book Now” to secure your dates. We look forward to welcoming you to Sterling Beach and helping you create unforgettable beach memories!

OWNER IS MEMBER OF PANAMA CITY BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
This is a smoke free/tobacco free resort.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Sterling Beach is a tobacco free/smoke free resort. Smoking is not allowed in the condo or in any common areas of the property or unit balconies.
Parking is limited to two vehicles.
This is a NO PETS Unit. Guests are not allowed to have pets at Sterling Beach.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Lower Grand Lagoon, a neighbourhood in Panama City 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 St. Andrews State Park. Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Thomas Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Andrews Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Emerald Falls Family Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • The Sea Dragon - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dat Cajun Place Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Splash Bar Florida - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪outlaw bbq - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Triple J Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf-Front Paradise: Relax in Style at Sterling Beach’s Premier Condo Retreat! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lower Grand Lagoon condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Thomas Drive and Panama City Beaches. The Sea Dragon and St. Andrews Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 66 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was spacious and well kept. The entire condo unit was well kept and not too busy. Beach access was easy to get to and pool was excellent. Would stay here again. Very family friendly area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Spacious condo

Great property. Accurate listing. Spacious condo. Ease of booking. Great pool. Family friendly quiet location. This condo is now my all time favorite and preferred. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lucas a.

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

Clean and well kept.

Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob c.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sterling Beach

Beautiful property and very nice unit. The pool is amazing and the beach is not overly crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Beautiful condo!

Very nice unit in a beautiful small complex. This is our third time staying at Sterling Beach and our second time in this unit. The pool area with the large shallow end was perfect for small children, and I love that it comes with free beach chairs for the week. I would highly recommend this condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week!!!!

Loved our stay at Sterling beach resort. The unit was exactly as advertised, the process was easy and plenty of room for our family . We had everything we needed and will be back for another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Family Favorite

Property was beautiful and very well kept. Staff were constantly present. Beach assistant Michael was absolutely the best! Extremely attentive and super friendly. Our unit was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy V.

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

Beach getaway

Condo was spacious with a large balcony. Beautiful view of pool and beach. Had everything we needed for our group of 6. The fact that the property is non-smoking was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Large

Large condo with lots of room. Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great condo in pcb

We’ve stayed at en soleil for many years but they’ve gotten too expensive. We took a chance on this condo with high previous expectations. We were pleasantly surprised!! All was very nice. Things we enjoyed the most: large family room space, the two beach chairs and umbrella service (Michael and his son were amazing - be sure to tip them well), kitchen space, new washer and dryer, location on the QUIET END OF PCB, nice pool, quiet beach, family oriented, wasn’t crowded, clean grounds. The grill area was nice also. As was the beach shower hose area. Really nice place - we all enjoyed. A couple small suggestions - an owners closet with a few beach items would have been nice to have. We had to buy a couple boogie boards and floaties. We also liked being on the third floor on the end by the stairs and trash area for easy dumping of trash. We could take the stairs rather than the elevator and did most times. We really had a great week at your condo. One of our best weeks in pcb and we’ve been vacationing here foe 20 years. We would highly recommend this unit. We will be back! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Beautiful condo in very nice complex

This is our second time staying at Sterling Beach and we love this complex - very nice pool area, not very crowded even over Fall break due to the smaller size of the complex. The staff we encountered were all very friendly. We took advantage of the fitness facilities during our stay, and although kind of small, it has a beautiful view of the pool/ocean as you workout. This condo is very spacious and clean, the kitchen well stocked with everything you need. The beds are very comfortable, it feels more like a home than a vacation rental. The owner responded very quickly to any questions or needs we had. I would highly recommend this condo and plan to return for our next vacation to PCB if it is available.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britt B.

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

Nice place for the money

I'll start with the negative, which appears to be a problem with just about every rental review I looked at online, not just this rental. The cleaning of the unit before we got there. Unit was well appointed. One chair was broken when we got there, but no one would know this unless you sat in it. This unit was a very good size, we never felt cramped or on top of each other. The pool was very nice and never overly crowded. The included beach chairs and umbrella was a fantastic amenity! Location was nice, not congested and was easy to get in and out of. I would definitely stay here again. I can't imagine the troubles the owners have trying to find good crews to clean in such a short time frame between renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryn L.

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

Beautiful condo and building grounds!

What a beautiful condo unit and overall facility! I’d say that the pictures don’t do it justice. Things that we absolutely loved: 1) there is a lot of real estate between you and the beach: the pool, some sand dunes and lots of beautiful palm trees. Looking out from the 3rd floor, it looks like a view of an exquisite resort. 2) it was quiet… only one row of beach chairs, and not all were full. We’ve been to some places with 3+ rows and tons of people everywhere. That is not our jam. This was pleasant and nicely quiet. 3) the kitchen and counter area is HUGE and was a pleasure to cook in. 4) the facility itself is very well maintained. We used it all: pool, hot tub, fitness center, rolling carts, grills, etc. All very nice. We enjoyed it all. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kurt A.

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

Family Vacation

The complex was very nice with a gated parking lot and gated access to the beach. The pool was very large and had ample amount of chairs. There were security cameras everywhere and security guards walking around 24/7. The condo itself was just OK. It was very outdated compared to another condo that another Family member rented during the same time frame for the same price. The TV’s were small, the oven and microwave were disgusting, the countertops and dining room table had cuts and scratches all over them, the beds were very uncomfortable, and the floors were stained. If your not staying in the room then this would be a good condo for you. If not, then rent 407 and you will have the same amount of room but tons of upgrades.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

The Bomb-Diggity

This place is fantastic!!! The pictures just don’t do the property or condo the justice deserved. Hosts are first rate all the way. Both property and condo were clean, comfortable and supported a fantastic first PCB experience for our family of 5. Couple do-betters from this Texas Banker because that’s just me/us… there was a shrimp in the north stairwell that had clearly fallen out of a takeout container which was there for the entire week. I considered picking it up but decided to leave it as a test that was, unfortunately, failed. Property maintenance/mgt visited our condo 4 times during our stay; once to change air filters, twice for a closet door repair (not an issue we had noted) and finally to tell us to write in dates on our parking pass (not info included in instructions). These things should be done when no one is present or notice should be given. Additionally, it was stated that there were to be 8 pool wristbands but there were only 7 in the basket. This wasn’t an issue for us as we only used 2 wristbands one time, preferring the beach to the pool, but is worth noting to either alter the description or grab an additional band. That said, if you are considering PCB for your next vacay/get-away, it’s hard to imagine how it could get better than this!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi D.

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

The included chair service was amazing!

The photos do not do this unit justice. It is incredibly large! The balcony is way larger than pictured also. The laundry room had a full pantry inside of it, along with a closet with an iron and ironing board. The master bath and closet are enormous. It was more than enough room for us. My two sons loved the twin bed bedroom. It had two roomy closets for them. I wasn’t expecting that. The pool is to die for. It is kept impeccably clean. The included chair and umbrella service is really an added bonus. They aren’t the fold up on you type of chairs, they are the large wooden lounges with thick cushions. You can also pick which set you want for the week (aka location in the unclaimed ones!). Parking was easy even with construction going on. There’s no super far away spaces. Another great feature were the shopping carts, kept near the bicycles across from the pool Entrance by the fitness center. You can borrow them when you go grocery shopping and move the groceries from your car to your room all at once. That was super convenient! The beach chairs are not far away from the exit of the deck area. That was also nice. It’s an extremely safe place to stay. Very family friendly and quiet. It is close to lots of things without being in the party area, which was very important to us. The pool was never crowded due to the sheer size of it. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Sarah H.

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

Major cleanliness issue amongst covid

My family and I arrived late one evening and immediately noticed the kitchen counters were not clean and the floors needed swept. I did a quick clean up and tucked everyone in. The following day I noticed “body” hair and urine on bath room walls, dirty door handles and doors, dust and dirt around toilet, end tables, bathtub etc. we found dirty dishes in the guest bedroom, toenail clippings on living room floor and trash on deck. I contacted the owner to request cleaning services and received a response of “I personally checked the condo myself and did not see any of these issues.” I sent pictures and never could received a response there after. The rental ban was JUST lifted days before we arrived and there were strict guidelines for cleaning due to Covid that were not followed. I contacted VRBO and sent the same pictures that I sent to the owner and was compensated by them for the lack of cleanliness. The owners never would respond or assist after the response of essentially calling me a liar regarding the filth of the condo. Thankful that VRBO was able to review documents and pictures and financially compensate me but the situation did take time away from my vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean, and the bedrooms were huge. The views were amazing, parking very easy and the pool and hot tub were all gorgeous. We had a wonderful stay and would love to stay there again. Mike, the umbrella guy was so attentive. I wish I had him on every vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jace T., Opelika

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

Great Location

Great location in Panama City Beach if your wanting to stay away from the crowd.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

candy h.

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

Great place!

Have stayed before and will be back! Love that the beach chairs are included!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

patty l.

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

Awesome pool awesome beach

3 generations made life long memories! Thank you for having enough living room furniture and patio furniture!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo P.

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

Great place for families

The view was fantastic and the property had plenty of space. Washer, dryer and dishwasher were a big help with a family of my size. The pool was kept very clean and the beach is just so convenient to get to. They have two beach chairs with umbrella for those wanting to just chill out there. The balcony is so big and gives a wonderful view of the pool and beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Dawn W.

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

Great place to stay

The condo was very nice but When we got there it was absolutely filthy like nothing had been cleaned. Dirty showers, shower curtain was black with mold. Tolit was terrible with thowup on the side of it. Sand in the beds and floor. I wasn’t going to let this ruin my vacation so I went to Walmart and purchased cleaning supplies and we cleaned it ourselves. I did call the owner and he offered to send out someone else to clean but we were tired and just got there. It wasn’t the owners fault it was just some lazy cleaning people. After I got through cleaning it was very nice. I would definitely stay here again I just hope the next cleaning people do a better job.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kelly s.

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

Huge condo

Nice condo with plenty of room .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Larry and Cathy Mason

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We chose to retire here in Panama City Beach after living in Atlanta for most of our career lives and always vacationing in Panama City Beach. We have now been retired and living here and have been renting out our condos in Panama City Beach for over17 years. Our beaches in Panama City Beach are the very best--most beautiful-- place to vacation or own beach front property in the WHOLE WORLD!!!!!

Why they chose this property

Sterling Beach is an ideal destination for a family looking for a fantastic beach getaway Sterling Beach has only 92 units, located within five beautifully landscaped acres. It has over 300 fee of beachfront on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. The Thomas Drive area is less congested and provides easy access to any points on or down the beach. St. Andrews State Park is only minutes away. The Panama City Beach Sports Complex less than five miles from Sterling Beach.

What makes this property unique

Family friendly environment. Sterling Beach has some of the most spacious units on Panama City Beach. Its amenities include an over 4,000 square foot pool heated seasonally, hot tub, fitness center, poolside BBQs grills, and a 48 seat private theatre and meeting room.

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