Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Full Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002
Top Reasons to Book This Lovely Condo:
* Gulf Views from the Massive Balcony
* 2 King Master Suites w/ Gulf Views
* Silver Shells Resort has 1000 Ft of Private Beach
* Amenities: Pools, Hot Tub, Playground, Fitness Center, Basketball, Tennis, and Pickleball courts.
* On-site Salon and Day Spa, plus Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
* Walk to Back Porch, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co, and The Track
* Just 2 miles from Destin Commons
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
Welcome to St. Lucia 1002, a lovely two bedroom, two bath GULF View condo in the St. Lucia building at the fabulous Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa! With two king master suites and a sleeper sofa in the living room, this lovely unit sleeps 6. The first master suite has a jetted tub, glassed in shower and dual vanity. New stainless-steel appliances have been added to the kitchen. Have a seat on the large balcony and take in the expansive views. With multiple TV's throughout, including a new 75 inch in the living room, and all the amenities available at this incredible resort, you're sure to have a dream vacation at St. Lucia 1002.
*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.
* The Lagoon Pool will be heated during spring break March 8th to April 8th as well as for Thanksgiving and Christmas week!
*Rental guests may have two vehicles on site. Additional vehicles must park outside our property in the lot between St. Maarten and St. Lucia. Use pedestrian gate for access*
Situated along 30 acres of the world’s whitest beaches, Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa features the best in luxury beachfront vacation rentals in Destin, Florida. Centrally located among Destin's premier shops, nightlife, dining and area attractions, the Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa offers an experience that’s as relaxing or as exciting as you wish!
Be sure to enjoy the many amenities such as Fitness Center, Basketball, Tennis, and Pickleball courts, or take a dip in one of Silver Shells' beautifully maintained pools. The centerpiece of the resort is a 7,500 square foot lagoon pool with waterfall.
Plan for a full day of pampering at Silver Shells' luxurious full-service day spa and salon. Kids will love the huge playscape on property. The flying of drones is not permitted within the Silver Shells' property.
Ruth's Chris Steak House of Destin is located in the clubhouse at Silver Shells Beach Resort. From world famous USDA Prime steaks, broiled to perfection at 1800 degrees, to expertly executed seafood, New Orleans-inspired appetizers, and unforgettable desserts and award-winning wine list.
Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa has been selected for the 2019 Best of Destin Award in the Spa Resort category by the Destin Award Program.
Bed Setup:
Master Bedroom: King Bed Guest Room: King Bed Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
Area Attractions:
Wander down the beach for a bite at the Back Porch. Just across the street is Joe's Crab Shack, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co and The Track Family Recreation Center. The Track features go karts, minigolf and bungee jumping!
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and near a water park. 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Destin, FL
What's nearby
Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Morgan Sports Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Henderson Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Henderson Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 12 min walk
The Back Porch - 2 min walk
Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - 19 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 16 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002?
As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002 on 1 Aug, 2026 start from S$521, 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 Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ⛱️Gulf Views~Fab Silver Shells amenities~Pools+Hot Tub~2BR St Lucia 1002 located?
Situated in Destin, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Morgan Sports Center, Destin Beaches, and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very clean, well kept, beautiful views of both the beach and Destin’s city lights. Would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2025
Jennifer, thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad you enjoyed the cleanliness and the beautiful views of the beach and city lights. We look forward to welcoming you back again!
Best,
Tammy
RealJoy Vacations
Katy, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're pleased you enjoyed the convenient location. We hope to see you again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Loretta
1 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo was in a great location. It was an easy walk to the pool, beach and playground. We would definitely stay here again!
Kelsey V.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Kelsey, we are happy to know that you enjoyed a great stay in this well-located two-bedroom, two-bath Gulfview condo in the St. Lucia building at Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
The condo was great. It was true to the pictures and had everything we needed. The property was also nice. We spent a lot of time on the pickleball courts.
Kelly P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2025
Kelly, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that the condo met your expectations and had everything you needed for your stay. It's great that you enjoyed the pickleball courts as well. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Many great things around! Easy process throughout the whole stay!
Stacy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2023
Stacy, We are thrilled to hear that your getaway was perfect. We’re glad the location worked well for you and the rental process was easy. We hope you’ll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alvin E.
27 Aug, 2017
I came to enjoy a few days with my family and had a great time a very nice and quiet place. I recomm
I came to enjoy a few days with my family and had a great time a very nice and quiet place. I recommend it.
Alvin E.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hi Alvin. Thanks for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re so glad your family had a great time! Again, thank you for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Location was great, property was clean. View was outstanding. Overall great experience
Diondra P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Kamari, we are happy to know that your family enjoyed an overall great experience while staying in this clean, well-located two-bedroom, two-bath condo with an outstanding view. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Nice condo, 10th floor with good view. convenient location, gated community. Very quiet. Great pool and beach amenities.
Joseph M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David P.
4 May, 2018
Condo on the Beach
The place was very nice and clean. We had a great stay. We have stayed here before. I would come back again and again.
Thanks,
David P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hi David. Thank you for your feedback on your stay at this lovely condo. We’re happy to hear you had a great stay and found the unit nice and clean. Our teams work hard to keep the units clean and comfortable for our guests. Thanks again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Excellent property with great views from balcony. Very nice that both bedrooms open to balcony. Kitchen was well docked with all that was needed for stay. Checking in and out very easy
Hansell P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hansell, Thank you for giving your stay a 5-star review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed the views from the balcony and the rental process was easy. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda F.
10 Jul, 2018
wonderful!
Silver Shells is the best place to stay in Destin Florida. You have everything in one spot! The beach, the pools, restaurants, exercise work out room, tennis courts, spa, and great security!!!
Brenda F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hi Brenda, thank you for your feedback on your stay at this wonderful condo. We’re pleased to hear you found this unit the best place to stay in Destin! We’re glad you enjoyed the pools, easy beach access and all the other amenities. We value your referrals and hope you will come back to visit! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this condo! I could wake up to that view everyday. The amenities were excellent as well. We cooked fish on the grill, hung out by the beautiful pool, listened to live music and enjoyed hours of watching our kids enjoy the sand and surf. We will definitely be back soon!
cayla s.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Steve T.
18 Oct, 2016
Excellent for families!
Property was as advertised. The room was well maintained and well stocked. The location was right in the middle of everything. Our family of five had plenty of room and my 6 year old love the pools and the beach. We will be back again next year.
Steve T.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Thank you for letting us know about your stay in our lovely condo. We're so pleased you found the condo had everything you needed and was conveniently located. The pools and beach are fabulous! Thank you for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy.
I brought my goddaughter and visiting 5yr old granddaughter to Destin for a short vacay. This property was perfect for us. It was private with gated access so it felt safe and exclusive. The view was decent as we could see the main pool and parts of the beach. The pool and beach access was so convenient and just what we needed. The location was convenient to restaurants and stores. I would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2023
Candy, we love that this two-bedroom, two-bath Gulfview condo in the St. Lucia building at Silver Shells Beach Resort and Spa was perfect for your getaway, especially because of its convenient location and safe gated environment. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jack D.
3 Oct, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Silver Shells Beach Resort
We've been vacationing in the Santa Rosa to Destin area for 30 years, renting houses and condos at various locations depending on the size of our party. The resort is great resort in a central location for all of our vacation needs. The condo we rented had great TVs, comfortable beds and new appliances. Beyond that it was below average.
Jack D.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Jack, we are pleased to know that you enjoyed the great TVs, comfortable beds, and new appliances that are featured in St. Lucia 1002, a two-bedroom, two-bath Gulf-view condo in the St. Lucia building at the centrally-located Silver Shells Beach Resort & Spa. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
clean , spacious place! Perfect for those with smaller children who need to be able to run around vs a hotel room. Only down fall is from the pictures of be ordering condo, I was lead to believe that once. I walked out of our condo we would be onto the beach, that there was an indoor pool, and the outlet was right beside us. Other than that, great stay!
Tammy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Tammy, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your great stay in St. Lucia 1002, a two-bedroom, two-bath Gulf-view condo in the St. Lucia building at Silver Shells Beach Resort & Spa. We are happy to know that you found this spacious unit to be clean and perfect for those with small children. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the location of this resort, which is only two miles from Destin Commons. The pictures and descriptions online are accurate to the best of our knowledge. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified
8/10 Good
Merideth P.
13 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The resort and amenities were fantastic — beautiful location, gorgeous beach, great pool, well-equipped gym, and even pickleball courts. The condo layout was perfect for four adults, and we loved having plenty of space.That said, a few things could be improved. The rug is due for replacement, and the bedrooms tend to run warm in the evenings when the doors are closed.Our trip overall was wonderful, but if we could do it again, we would rent directly through Compass Rentals. Before our stay, I emailed the owner a few times about renting beach chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler. The responses I received were generic Google search links to local rental companies. What I wasn’t told — and only learned upon arrival — is that non-resort umbrellas aren’t allowed. The resort rents chairs and umbrellas at a steep rate (70–120 per day for 4 chairs and 2 umbrellas, which adds up to around 500 extra for a week). When booking through Compass Rentals, 2 chairs and 1 umbrella are included in the package at no extra charge, and their condo rental rates are comparable or less. Overall, we had a great stay and loved the property — just wish we’d known about the chair and umbrella policy before booking.
Merideth P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Luis M.
23 Jun, 2016
Amazing!!
I just recently stayed at ST. Lucia in unit #1002. My wife and I took our two children ages six and one. The condo was immaculate and very well kept. It was very spacious and very clean. There were enough supplies for our four day stay and we found it to be in a convenient location. The condo is right next to Henderson State Park which is listed at Destin's #1 place to visit. It was our first time in Destin and the free pass through explorie helped a lot. The view from the condo itself gives you two different angles at the beach as the buildings direct view is blocked. It was a great view nonetheless. They have gated access which is always a plus for us as we worry about security. Loved our stay and would definitely stay again and recommend. We had no complaints about our stay!!.
Luis M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Thank you for letting us know about your stay in our lovely condo. We're so happy to hear that your family found our condo, safe, clean and comfortable, and were able to enjoy the many Destin attractions. We would love to have you stay with us again at Real Joy.
There was only 1 working elevator our entire stay. Made it hard to get out at 10 am. That 1 elevator could have been cleaned more frequently. The plugs in the second bedroom and bathroom would only work intermittently. I had to work from my computer in the common area. It also smelled like an older home whenever walking in initially. Also the instructions could have been more simplistic. It would be a good thing if the bathrooms and kitchen were updated as well as the master bed. It was freezing cold during the daytime and hot overnight. I was unable to control the temperature. Other than that I enjoyed my stay. The condo was clean. The owners were very quick to respond.
LATRICIA J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
lisa s.
10 Apr, 2019
Very good stay
Had a bit of a snafu with the door code initially, but RealJoy was able to resolve it in about 30 minutes. The property was as advertised, very nice and clean. The kitchen was well equipped in terms of dishes and appliances. The full size washer/dryer were nice and worked well. Bedrooms were large with lovely views, and the sliding doors from each room to the balcony were very nice.
The property itself is nice, the large pool area was lovely and so was the beach. A little crowded, but it was spring break so that is expected. The health club area was a bit disappointing with several of the machines being broken for the duration of our stay.
A few small additions would make the stay next level at minimal cost. We were provided a generous amount of bath towels (I think we got 8?), but we were only given 4 hand towels for 4 guests for a week which was definitely not enough. There was a blanket for the bed in the "guest" room but not in the master??? Just a sheet and a bedspread. Providing some basic beach chairs and towels would be great too, as the beach rentals available at Silver Shells are ridiculously priced. Also a basic drying rack for swimsuits would be really helpful!
Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend the property.
lisa s.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hi Lisa, thank you for your generous feedback on this lovely condo. We apologize for the inconveniences you experienced here. Please give us a call for any issues or concerns that you have and we will be happy to assist. We will take your input and send it over to our Ops Team to access. Again, thank you for your feedback and we appreciate you staying with RealJoy!
Archival
8/10 Good
YLIZA P.
31 Jul, 2017
Beautiful place to stay
The only reason why I am not rating this place with a 5 start is simple because of the 4 o'clock check in time. I understand about the cleaning crew needs time to clean. However I've been to some upscale condos and the majority places I believe don't need that much time to clean. I believe if it is a good cleaning staff, I'm pretty sure they can get the job done earlier. Considering people travel from far places and would love an earlier check in time.
Other then that, the place is AWSOME!!! I would recommend this place to EVERYONE! We drove 10 hours to get there and once we arrived at the condo, my children needed to use the restroom. And to find out we had no water. However we learned once you arrive to your condo, you will need to call the water department (number and information is on the fridge) to turn on your water. And in the middle of out stay our water turned off unexpectedly again. But as soon as you notify maintance, I was very impressed how fast they got the water tuned right back on. Other then those little issues, I will definitely be coming back. Despite the check in ( I wish they will change) and the water being turned off (twice), the home and the location makes up for it.
RENT...RENT....RENT from them!
YLIZA P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2023
Hi Yliza, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at this awesome property and so pleased that you would recommend us to your friends. We hope you enjoyed the beachfront pool and spa and all the other great amenities of Silver Shells. We apologize for the inconvenience of the water being turned off and glad we responded quickly to you. Sometimes these things happen for building maintenance purposes. Again, thank you for your feedback and for staying with Real Joy.
My feet got dirty walking around the condo. I hate dirty feet.
I vacuumed four times and have pictures to show the enormity of the issue. I bought a wet jet and mopped twice--have pictures of the dirty pads. [the mop there was molded] I bought cleaner and disinfectant for the shower, countertops, and sinks. There was hair in the bathroom drawers, but that was not terrible. I did have to buy hand soaps, dishwasher detergent, and trash bags as well. I'm not OCD, but I like things to be clean. The bed linens were fine.
But we enjoyed the beach, the facilities, the quietness, and the location. We had friends that owned a place in one of the beachfront buildings, so I picked that property. It just needs to be cleaned. I would have the carpets cleaned before the owner uses the space for certain. This will not prevent us from renting there again.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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