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"Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 481 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Gym
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2

BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED!!!
A $50/day value! You get dedicated beach service for the duration of your stay - 2 chaise lounge chairs and 1 umbrella set up daily at no cost to you! (Mar 1st to Oct 31st)

This beautiful 2BR/2BA condo is located on the 3rd floor of the of Sterling Sands Condominiums. Located in the very heart of Destin, the building stands 8 stories high and nestled right into the sand of our gorgeous Emerald Coast line. You can’t get better beach access than this!

Enjoy the community heated pool and hot tub at your leisure.

Destin is really the place to be! “Paradise on The Gulf” is conveniently located close to some of Destin’s best places to eat and shop. You can take a walk down the beach, or a stroll right down the street for some fun and entertainment. The location makes this property one of the most desirable places to stay in the area.

It boasts expansive views of the beach and pool from its wall-to-wall & floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors as well as its private plexiglass balcony.

You will have an instant gulf view from the moment you walk through the door. The wall-to-wall gulf-front windows display the ocean even from the kitchen! The plexiglass-protected private balcony is perfect for watching the sun set, listening to the waves, or having your morning coffee to the sun rising over the ocean. If you’re lucky, you may even spot some of Destin’s friendly dolphins.

PROFESSIONALLY DECORATED in a sophisticated color palette with quality furnishings, custom window and bed treatments, special art, and accessories. The entire unit has Luxury plank floors.

Maple kitchen cabinets with satin nickel knobs
Maple bathroom vanities
Granite counter-tops in kitchen and bathrooms
Stainless Steel Appliances
All new sinks – kitchen & baths
New satin nickel faucets in kitchen and bathrooms
New satin nickel bath hardware
Mirrored wall

The unit accommodates 4.
Please note that this is the smaller 2BR/2BA floor plan in the building which accommodates only 4 (including all adults and children).

Master bedroom features a king size bed with attached full bath including over-sized tub and shower. It has a Samsung LCD TV and DVD player.

The second very small bedroom now has a new queen sized bed and a full bath. It has a LCD smart TV and a DVD player. The bathroom is shared from the living area. While there is no in-built closet in the room, there is a wardrobe in the room.

The Living room sofa converts into a queen bed.

Living Room has a Samsung LCD TV and DVD player.

Kitchen is well appointed with pots, pans, dishes, silverware.

There is a stackable washer and dryer as well as a large pantry for your convenience.

Towels and linens as well as a starter kit of dish soap/powder, and toiletries are provided.

Please NOTE:
You will pay a $15 per person fee (for your entire stay - not per day) to use the amenities at the property. This amount will have to paid directly to the HOA office.

AMENITIES:
380 feet of pristine beach
71-foot free form pool (heated seasonally)
Outdoor spa/hot tub
Fitness Center
Covered barbecue area with picnic table
Beach service (available in season)
Close to amusements, golf, shopping & restaurants
On property parking
Free 5G Wi-Fi internet access

'NO SMOKING' , 'NO PETS' and 'Maximum 4 person' policy will be VERY STRICTLY ENFORCED (No Exceptions). Please note there is No smoking in the condo or on the balcony.
Violation of any of these 3 policies will result in immediate eviction as well as forfeiture of your entire security deposit plus additional charges for cleaning and damages.

Keywords: Condo Beachfront Oceanfront

Property manager

Soda

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Very strict No Smoking (inside or on balcony)

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 870 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Very strict no pets by HOA

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Strict no parties
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Henderson Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is "Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within a 10-minute walk of The Track Family Recreation Center and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Henderson Beach State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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"Paradise on the Gulf" - Oceanfront/Beachfront - Beach Service Spl. Jul 26-Aug2 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 107 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candace R.

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

Lovely mini vacay

I was last-minute booking a trip for my 45th birthday. My goal was to stay at a really nice property that had direct beach access with beautiful views, and I accomplished that. My husband, mom, and I had such a wonderful time staying at the property. It met all of our needs plus some. We all have plenty of room to move around. The beach was lovely, but the water was too cold, but it was nice to have a pool and a heated hot tub at the property. The property owner was very polite and courteous, and he provided a wealth of information about the condo as well as the surrounding areas. We truly appreciated that. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda S.

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

Perfect stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The condo was great and we loved the location. We loved sitting on the balcony. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart D.

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

perfect spot

Condo was clean, manager was available and quick to respond. Kitchen was well stocked. We had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tetyana U.

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

Beautiful place

Beautiful place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari K.

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

Beach fun

Our condo was wonderful!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicky c.

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

Amazing views

A wonderful location! The property offers great amenities with easy access to the beach etc. As flying, it was nice to have the chairs/umbrellas set up everyday for us. Saw dolphins most days and loved waking up each morning to that view. Property was well maintained!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family vacation

Great location! Great views from the balcony! Perfect for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D., Mt Croghan

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

Enjoyed

We enjoyed our time here! It was the perfect place and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Perfect Location

Great location, very clean, everything is as pictured in the listing. We watched several dolphins over the three days we were there. The beach is the nicest we have ever stayed at. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

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

Great stay!

The condo was perfect size for the 2 of us. The view was beautiful. Soda was very easy to communicate with and the condo was exactly as advertised. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti R.

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

View and relaxing

We loved waking up to view from our clean unit and enjoyed seeing dolphins from balcony most days. We also enjoyed the amenities and our host sent us local restaurants we found enjoyable. Our host and unit were great
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Wonderful place to stay

We booked this condo for our elopement in early May. Soda was a wonderful host! Upon arrival, he had arranged for flowers, a card, and a cake to be left in the condo for us which was such a nice touch! The location was perfect and right on the beach close to everything. We would definitely consider staying here again when we come back to Destin. Thank you Soda!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C., dunlap il

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

Great owner

Owner was very attentive to any issues we had
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great Condo and Great Owner

Just got back from our stay at this Destin condo that is right on the beach and all I can say is, WOW! The owner, Soda, was easy to deal with and very attentive. The condo is as described and views of the gulf are amazing. The beach service is top notch. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

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

Beautiful Condo!

Condo was exactly as pictured, property was clean. Staff and security were very nice. Elevator was slow and had some issues. Condo was beautiful and very clean. Only issue we had was the jets in the master tub, they could definitely use a good cleaning. Everything was decorated beautifully and the owner was very easy to reach and helpful! Amazing view!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Beautiful Destin

My family loved destin and this condo we stayed in. The condo was very clean and updated also had amazing views! And was in a great location near tons of restaurants, shopping and entertainment. The owner was very responsive and reached out to us often to make sure we had everything we needed to make our vacation great, which it was! I highly recommend staying here for your next vacation!

6/10 Okay

Gregory Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Somethings were run down

I would give it a ( c ) rating
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Great Location, Great Views

The Condo is right on the beach with 180 views. Sun. surf and Dolphins, what could be better. The owner was easy to communicate with and the accommodations are exactly as described in the listing. Great place for family and/or friends.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haley C.

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

Quiet getaway

We did have a small issue with the toilet in the master bathroom but the owner and the maintenance team responded very quickly so overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois H.

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

Beautiful scenery!

My sister, best friend and I rented unit #311 at Sterling Sands. From the moment we walked in, we were mesmerized by the view. The ocean front unit was perfect for our getaway. It was exactly as pictured and the owner was available via text, email and the VRBO site during our entire stay regarding anything we needed addressed. (Minor things that were fixed during our stay.) The location was perfect, close to anything and everything. The beach service was a nice bonus and the guys at the hut had our chairs and umbrella ready for us daily. It was a clean and quiet place and we'd love to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli G., Heath

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

Fantastic!

Best vacation ever! The condo was amazing, exactly as we expected from the description and pics. The building was very clean and well kept, and the beach was so beautiful! The chair service was such a nice bonus. The Owner was very responsive to any questions we had (Thanks Soda!). We will definitely be coming back. I would give more than 5 stars if possible!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Shelley C.

Great Destin vacation

We had a great time during our recent stay. We had a 2 bedroom and had enough room for 3 adults and 1 child. The view from our balcony was perfect. The staff were friendly and helpful. The condo is located conveniently near restaurants and shopping. We are already considering returning back to Destin next year. The new owner, Soda made contact with us a few times prior to our vacation to make sure we had everything we needed, and again during our visit.

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

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

Fantastic!

Very few complaints! View is perfect, close to pretty much everything. Guest bedroom is on the small side, front door is a little hard to both open & close. Master bath needs a bit of an update. Husband & I have already talked about coming back soon! Beautiful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy O.

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

Great condo

The condo was nice, second bedroom was pretty small but we didn’t need a big room and it didn’t affect us at all, the view was amazing, we saw dolphins every morning around 9-10am from the balcony, literally steps to the powdery white sand, water was extremely clear and gorgeous, beach chairs and umbrella service was great, cheap kayak rentals, good location to great food and to walmart for groceries. Communication with Soda was good. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Nice place

The property was nice. The appliances was nice. Good location. But the cons were There were only 4 set of towels for the 4 of us so we had to wash towels everyday. Also no sheets or blankets for the pullout sofa so we had to buy some. The drain in the hall bathroom seem to drain slow so the tub was dirty after each shower.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023