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Set at the waterfront, this 3-bedroom condo accommodates 9 guests with 3 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub and offers ocean views from the balcony. Enjoy nearby fishing, hiking, and biking adventures, along with access to water sports and golf. Explore attractions like The Track Family Recreation Center and Destin Beaches.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Laundry made easy
One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Destin Beaches
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
On beach
Swimming pool
Waterpark access
Hot tub on site
On-site fitness centre
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Destin, FL
The Track Family Recreation Center
Place, The Track Family Recreation Center
3 min walk
Destin Beaches
Place, Destin Beaches
11 min walk
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
11 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Sterling Sands 401 is Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey
Rare things- the white quartz derived sand of Destin’s beaches, the extraordinary amount of sunny days in Florida and the variety of wildlife found in the Gulf’s waters- are precious jewels worth treasuring. So it goes with Sterling Sands 401. One of the few condos in Sterling Sands to have three bedrooms, as of 2022, it also boasts all new furniture, appliances, washer/dryer and accoutrements coordinated by a decorator.
Already a stunning gem of a beachfront vacation rental, the designer interior shines with a ‘light and bright’ ambience. It’s cool plank floors, shiplap accents, sea glass tinted wall tiles, clean white kitchen and tranquil beach decor give off a spa-like vibe. In fact, each bedroom has something tranquil to offer. The two Primary suites each have balconies with beach views, sitting areas, luxury bathrooms with oversized tubs and walk-in showers while the third bedroom features a queen size bunk bed and a playful nautical theme.
One of the sparkliest facets of Sterling Sands 401 is its beachfront balcony. It spans the southern side of the condo and features a glass wall railing so that nothing obscures the gorgeous beach views. A bistro table and fine outdoor furnishings make the balcony an ideal place to take in brilliant sunsets over the water. Guests of Sterling Sands are also privy to some very attractive amenities. The spacious pool deck, fitness center, and grill cabana are among the perks along with deeded beach access just for Sterling Sands renters. Plus, this Destin vacation condo is within walking distance of Big Kahuna’s Waterpark, The Track recreation center and plenty of beach shops and restaurants.
This property comes with 2 parking spaces.
We require a minimum length of stay during the summer and over holidays.
We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students. We require 1 parent for every 2 people under 25.
Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays.
In addition to our welcome kit, we also supply basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and oil.
**There is a resort fee of $15.00 plus tax per guest, age 5 and older, to receive access to the property and amenities. This includes wrist bands, gate codes and parking passes. You will need to preregister before your arrival with the weblink we will send you after you have made your reservation.
No tents, canopies or personal umbrellas allowed. Personal umbrellas are not allowed on the beach from March 1 – October 31. Beach service can be purchased for a fee.
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We require 1 parent staying in the property for every 2 people under 25 in the property.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9666482
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Destin, FL
What's nearby
The Track Family Recreation Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Destin Beaches - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Morgan Sports Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
The Back Porch - 8 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 8 min walk
Subway - 3 min walk
The Pancakery - 16 min walk
The Candymaker - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Condo | Beach Front | Spectacular Views | Designer Decor located?
Located in the heart of Destin, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of The Track Family Recreation Center, Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park and Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Absolutely beautiful property and right on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and had the chance to experience our beachfront location. There's truly nothing quite like waking up to the sound of the waves. We'd love to welcome you back anytime.
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled your family had a wonderful time with us. Your satisfaction means everything to our team, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime.
Beautiful view, all the amenities you would need, amazing host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the views and found everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Our host takes great pride in making sure guests have a fantastic experience, and your kind words mean the world. We'd love to welcome you back anytime.
I think the wristbands to use the pools and beach should be included in the price of the condo. I did not like that extra fee. I am renting a condo on the beach.. obviously i want access to the beach and/or pool ! Also, I was very disappointed I could not use a small tent for my 3 toddlers to help protect them from the sun while on the beach. And the price of the chair/umbrella rental felt soo expensive. Other than that, great place, great stay. Very clean. Nice layout.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the condo, found it very clean, and appreciated its layout. We understand your concerns regarding the additional wristband fees for beach and pool access, as well as the restrictions on beach tents and the cost of chair and umbrella rentals. While these policies and fees are set by the HOA and third-party vendors, we value your comments and will share them with the appropriate parties. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and are glad these concerns did not overshadow an otherwise enjoyable vacation. We hope to welcome you and your family back again soon!
We loved our stay here the condo was very nice the hosts were very accommodating and there was so much to do in the area!! We would definitely love to go back!!
My family and I had a great stay! We hope to stay at this property again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Warm regards.
This is a beautiful, well-stocked condo. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, the kitchen has everything we needed, the views were great and the property was extremely clean, smoke-free, and well-kept. One thing that made the stay difficult: The road noise at this condo was extremely loud. It’s an end-unit and you can hear all of the standard road noise plus the added bonus of motorcycles and street racing going by. One of the primary suites is difficult to sleep in for this reason. Overall a great value for a 3 bedroom on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the spaciousness, cleanliness, and kitchen amenities. Your point about the road noise is really valuable—we appreciate you bringing that to our attention. Since we're on a busy street, this is definitely something potential guests should know about when booking.
We'd love to have you back and hope you'll give us another chance. If you do return, we'd be happy to discuss room preferences that might minimize the noise impact.
Thank you for choosing us!
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with our property. Providing excellent customer service and ensuring our guests have an exceptional stay is our top priority. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
The property itself was great and nicely decorated. The minor problems were dull knives and lack of lids for cookware. This isn’t the condo owners fault, but had issues with elevator maintenance all week, construction noise, amenity fee payment request when I already paid. That has more to do with timing and the property manager.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback and apologize for any inconveniences. We're glad you enjoyed the property’s decor. Your comments on the amenities and elevator issues will be addressed. Thank you for staying with us.
We had a great time at this location. The apartment was very clean and spacious. The location is great, a lot of restaurants around and the beach is great. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your Vacation at Sterling Sands. We look forward to hosting you on your next Destin Vacation with Newman-Dailey!
We had a great time and really enjoyed this condo. It was very spacious and had updated furniture and fixtures. The beach access was easy and the heated pool was perfect during the cold days between Christmas and New Years. We will definitely return to this place someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Destin. We look forward to hosting you with Newman-Dailey in the future!
We had 2 families with children in our group and this condo fit us perfectly! Great location, short walk to beach, everything we needed for a great vacation. Condo was exactly as described.
We had some initial issues but ultimately a great stay! Had to move from our first condo due to construction in above unit. 2nd condo had beautiful view but maintenance had to address some issues and they were attentive. Destin in December is hit or miss with with the weather and it rained almost entire trip BUT the beach is so GORGEOUS that we enjoyed it despite the rain!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad your stay turned out great despite the initial challenges. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoyed your time at the beach.
My family booked this rental as an end of the Summer trip and we absolutely loved it! The front desk welcomed us with floating tubes for my kids, the condo was spotless with an amazing view and came with front row beach chairs that made our stay even better! Would definitely recommend and return!
Overall...very responsive property management. Great access to the beach. Balcony view were beautiful. Umbrella and chair services was a nice bonus. Had a few problems with hot watervat kitchen sink for a couple days as the dishwasher was being replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the property's responsive management, beautiful balcony views, and the additional services provided. We regret the temporary issue with the hot water at the kitchen sink and appreciate your understanding as we worked to address the dishwasher replacement. We strive to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and your feedback helps us continue to improve. We hope you had a wonderful stay and look forward to welcoming you back.
The place was incredible! It looked exactly as it did online. So wonderful to wake up on the beach every day. The place was clean, the pool was clean, and the beach was powdered sugar sand. Everything was amazing. We would definitely stay again. Grateful for a nice place like this to go to.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your Vacation at Sterling Sands. We look forward to hosting you on your next Destin Vacation with Newman-Dailey!
Another successful trip to Destin. This is a great condo. There were minimal issues with the refrigerator, but everything else was great and as listed on VRBO. This was our 4th time at Sterling Sands (a different condo each year). It’s a great spot!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Destin. We look forward to hosting you with Newman-Dailey in the future!
Beautiful condo with the perfect location! This was a new property for our annual Destin vacation. The condo was perfectly set up with two separate master bedrooms and a kid room. We had a wonderful time! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Destin. We look forward to hosting you with Newman-Dailey in the future!
I absolutely loved this beach condo! My sister and I took my two small boys to the beach for a few days and it was such a lovely condo, the atmosphere was peaceful and felt highend. The kitchen had everything we needed, the view is spectacular. Having two king bedroom suites felt amazing and the kids loved the bunk beds. The parking is easy and super close, luggage carts were easy to grab and the walk down to the beach is insanely close! My only suggestion to owners would be to brighten the bunk room up, the kids were feeling a bit left out once they saw the other two rooms haha. It was a special condo i felt lucky to have found and would definitely book again. We were there in Jan and the pool is HEATED to a super comfrtable temp (guessing it was about 92 degrees) and the hot tub is HOT. The snowbirds were all super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay in Destin. We look forward to hosting you with Newman-Dailey in the future!
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