Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Living Area - Studio
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool!
This is located on the second floor.
Complimentary Beach Service Included: March 1 to October 31
Silver Shells St. Maarten 205 is a Destin vacation rental located in the highly desirable Silver Shells Beach Resort. This one-bathroom studio condo offers breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast from the lobby level. This vacation rental offers private beach access. St. Maarten 205 is the perfect location for your next Destin beach vacation!
BEDDING SUMMARY Master bedroom: King bed Living area: Queen sleeper sofa
The interior space of Silver Shells St. Maarten 205 has been tastefully decorated with a warm beach theme. An open floor plan gives the whole group space to relax together. The living area is beach-facing, features floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors, and offers plenty of seating for everyone to gather around the flat-screen TV. The spacious beach-facing patio is perfectly furnished to allow for entertaining or dining while taking in spectacular views of the white sand beach and emerald waters. The dining area has seating for four with two additional seats at the breakfast bar. The fully equipped kitchen includes full-size appliances and all the cookware and dishware you could need for creating memorable meals.
The studio bedroom has incredible views and private access to the beach-facing patio. Complete with a king bed and view of the living area's flat-screen TV, this studio condo was designed with relaxation in mind. Just steps from the bedroom area and living area is the full bathroom with a walk-in shower and vanity.
Silver Shells features a wealth of amenities for you to have both an active and relaxing vacation. An on-site spa, indoor/outdoor pool, and a sauna will help you relax and rejuvenate during your stay. Tennis courts, a basketball court, and separate aerobics and weightlifting facilities help to keep you active and energized!
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. For longer stays, we recommend purchasing additional supplies to meet your specific needs.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this condo is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and parasailing 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
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 3 min drive
The Back Porch - 15 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - 17 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool!?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool! on 4 Nov 2026 start from £194, 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 Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront studio condo w/patio overlooking resort 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 and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfect Getaway Spot – Comfortable and Convenient!
Loved our stay at the condo! It was clean, well-equipped, and just steps from the resort amenities. Great mix of comfort and convenience—can’t wait to come back!
Jansen V.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Jansen, we’re so happy to hear you loved your stay and found the condo both comfortable and convenient! Being just steps from all the resort amenities definitely makes for an easy getaway. We can’t wait to welcome you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Very clean, very cute! Perfect location, steps away from the beach!
Carrie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
So glad our condo was in the perfect location for you, Carrie! You can't beat being only a few steps away from the white sand beach. Hoping you can come stay with us again in the future! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts.
Silver Shells is a very nice, Family friendly area.
Tom F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2023
Hi, Tom!
Thank you for the great review. We are so happy to hear you had a nice stay with us, and we hope to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
I love this unit. It’s absolutely perfect for what I needed. I hope to be back soon. I am sad to leave today.
Sara W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2020
Hi, Sara!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed the condo and had a great time with us. We're sorry you had to leave too, but can't wait to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Hi, Shelley!
Thank you for the great review! We are so happy to hear you had a great winter getaway, and that everything went smoothly for your stay. Please let us know if we can assist in planning your return stay - we can't wait to have you back!
Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
We love staying on the first floor because of the easy access to the beach/elevator and parking garage. We absolutely loved this unit and the entire property!! We will definitely be booking this place again for our next stay!
I’m very pleased with Silver Shells. I will recommend to friends. And will stay there again
I feel the property was very well maintained. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The only negatives I’d say is, my mom and I stayed in St. Maarten, and rest of my family were in St. Croix. We weren’t able to enter their building unless they came down to let us in. So, next time we will be sure to stay in same building. But, we did appreciate the security of the complex, and felt safe having children with us.
2nd negative was, our fobs sometimes didn’t open gate to out to beach, but property office was helpful in giving us another.
We loved beach chair service, and waitresses on beach, and guy who came along and ask if we had trash to be picked up, and especially the air pumps to inflate our toys. This kept beach looking clean, and made our experience top notch!!!
Angel W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill H.
9 Dec 2018
Great
Great
Bill H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith T.
3 Mar 2018
Perfect view, perfect location, great staff!
The location of this unit is right off the lobby and right off the elevator from the basement parking space. The bed was super comfortable, the kitchen was compact but with what appeared to be a brand new full size refrigerator, stove/oven and dishwasher. The bath has a large walk in shower and there's a full walk in closet with tons of space. The pictures on the website are exactly what you get. Although a bit dated for my taste, it was spotless and all the furniture and knick knacks seemed brand new.
I got a bit lost in the parking lot and a staff person very quickly noticed my confusion and helped guide me to my spot. I ran into her again later and again, she was SO nice!
My favorite thing and the reason I will return, is the view. When you walk into the unit there is a wall of glass at least 12 - 14 feet high. It's covered in the easily movable curtains and when opened it is a spectacular view onto the deck out to the beach. I had family staying at the unit on the other side of the lobby so it was perfect!
Honestly, I can be kind of a snot about this sort of thing but I was impressed from start to finish. Great space, great location, great amenities and superb staff support!
Keith T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
Archival
2/10 Terrible
Jenna I.
27 Sept 2017
Very disappointed
We were scheduled to be on this trip just as hurricane Irma was moving up the coast. I called Compass Resorts and inquired about a refund or can we just reschedule for another time. Apparently buried deep in the contract is an opportunity to purchase travel insurance. Without it there are no refunds or even the opportunity to rebook for another time even in the event of a category 5 hurricane. We attempted to drive but got halfway and were too nervous that we would not get back if we were unable to get gas. I would not recommend this rental property.
Jenna I.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
4/10 Poor
Connie B.
25 Jul 2017
Needs Some Updating
The best thing about this unit is the location. Location is awesome, walk out your back door and down to the beach. Unit is very tired looking and bathroom is pretty disgusting. Shower was growing some serious mold. Definitely not worth the price we paid for it.
Connie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
RAMONA W.
20 Jul 2017
Great Family Vacation
Loved our time at Silver Shells. Had our adult children and young family in tow and rented 2 condos. Everyone had a great time.
RAMONA W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sherrie O.
18 Apr 2017
Very nice. Secure, clean,will stay again.
Love the location of unit.
Sherrie O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Archival
6/10 Okay
Robin F.
3 Apr 2017
Nice property, not-so-nice booking company representatives
St. Maarten 205 is a lovely choice for a couple who appreciates the close location to the pool and to the beach. However, if you stay longer than a few days, you might miss the amenity of a washer and dryer within the unit. Overall, the property--including the beach-- is safe and clean. The resort personnel are also accommodating. However, we had a short, unpleasant encounter with a large cockroach (aka "palmetto bug") in our kitchen but the part that was most disturbing was the lack of response I received from the Compass Resort representative when I called her to let her know about our buggy intruder. Not only was she unsupportive of our discovering a four-inch critter in our kitchen, but when I told her I just wanted to notify her about a possible infestation, she became dismissive and said it wasn't a cockroach but a "palmetto bug." After Googling "palmetto bug," I discovered her response was a slight version of alternative facts. But that did not bug me (pun intended) as much as the rude treatment from the Compass Representative. This was not the only time I was unimpressed with the less-than-welcoming attitude demonstrated by Compass employees, whether I spoke to them on the phone before arriving or when we were checking in.
To be fair, after making a few calls before our stay to Compass, they let us check in early, which was appreciated since we had driven 15 hours to Destin. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay at the St. Maarten, but my few encounters wirh the Compass Resorts representatives force me to rate our stay three stars rather than four or five.
Robin F.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karla P.
10 Nov 2016
Amazing Getaway
My husband and I enjoyed our mini getaway to Destin. St. Maarten 205 Studio was perfect! Just enough room for the two of us, great amenities and the bed was very comfortable! We have stayed at Silver Shells before with our family in the larger condos and just wanted a smaller space for the two of us...this studio was perfect! We loved the lobby level and being able to walk right out onto the patio. The parking space was a perfect location, too! Check-in/check-out was easy. We will definitely stay with Compass Resorts, again!
Karla P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
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Hosted by Compass Resorts
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