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☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️

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Sterling Reef 802 balcony views
Sterling Reef 802
Beach Access
Sterling Reef Gulf Front Pool
Boardwalk just down the beach

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Panama City Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️

Top Reasons to Book this Fabulous Condo:

* Stunning Gulf Views from the Balcony, Living Room and Master

* Beachfront Pool (Seasonally Heated), Grilling Area

* Fitness Center w/ Gulf Views, Activity Room, Onsite Watersport Rentals

* Walk to the fishing Pier; only .5 miles from Shipwreck Island!

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions

Sterling Reef 802 is a beautifully decorated 2BR/2BA BeachFRONT condo! Enjoy amazing Gulf Views of the sugar-white sands and the emerald waters from your large, private balcony as well as the living room, kitchen and master bedroom! This condo features a king bed in the master bedroom with balcony access, a queen bed in the guest room, sleeping 4 guests comfortably. With its breath-taking views and convenient location, Sterling Reef 802 will definitely be your next family favorite vacation destination!

Built in 2005, Sterling Reef is in a fantastic location on Panama City Beach, only .5 miles from Shipwreck Island and within walking distance of the fishing pier. Vacation rentals at this lovely resort have a seasonally heated 4000sqft bi-level pool with waterfall at their disposal, a fitness center overlooking the pool and beach area, an activity room w/ flatscreen TV, and grills on the sky terrace. Watersport rentals are also available.

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Area Attractions: 

If you're looking for more adventure, the following water sports and activities you can arrange:  Dolphin encounters, Banana Boat rides, Sailboat Rides/Rentals, Jet Ski Rentals, Boogie Board Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Eco-Tours and Surf Lessons.

If you're looking for great shopping and fabulous eateries, nearby Pier Park will fit the bill! With more than 125 retail, dining and entertainment choices, Pier Park is a one-of-a-kind beachfront family-friendly attraction featuring island-inspired architecture and popular stores. Dillard’s, JCPenney, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Target, Forever 21 are a but a few. Dine at numerous eateries like Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Dick’s Last Resort, and Five Guys Burgers or catch a show at the Grand IMAX Theater.

Registration Number=34274

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 34274
Property # 1989245vb
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

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is near a water park and on the beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive 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 Frank Brown Park. Check out an event or a game at Publix Sports Park, and consider making time for Shipwreck Island Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panama City Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • M.B. Miller County Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Salty Goat Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Harpoon Harry's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️ have a pool?

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

Is ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ☀️BeachFRONT-GULF VIEWS-Pool-Fitness Center~Sterling Reef 802☀️ located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Gulf Beach, Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Thomas Drive is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Autumn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location! Elevators a little slow but overall not a bad stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie O.

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

Very nice place! Clean and well furnished.

Very nice place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Wonderful vacation

Best vacation EVER! Can't wait to go back...see ya next year Sterling Reef
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2024
William, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you had the best vacation ever and can’t wait to welcome you back next year! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Half Ironman Visit

Stayed here for a quick weekend to do the Gulf Coast 70.3. Close proximity to the event without having to deal with the crowds. Great property with plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

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

Great place and value.

Nice size. One large bedroom and one small but adequate. Kitchen, living and view great. Needs a little updating but would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

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

Nice getaway

Had so much fun and our place was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2024
Shannon, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you had so much fun and enjoyed this amazing place. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patsy G.

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

Phenix City

Really enjoyed the place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Patsy, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you had a great experience and hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

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

Clean and Comfortable

Very nice property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2021
Theresa, we are happy to know that you found this two-bed/two-bath beachfront condo to be clean and comfortable and Sterling Reef a very nice property. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather c.

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

Good time

Had a good time and facilities clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2022
Heather, we are happy to know that you had a good time while staying in this two-bed, two-bath beachfront property, which you found to be clean. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne S.

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

Holliday vacation

Great stay, perfect location. Need more items in kitching. Need a bite more modern accamodation such as bluetooth speaker, recent board games. Overall, great stay with the family
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Anne, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the perfect location. We appreciate your feedback on the kitchen items and accommodations. We strive to provide a modern and comfortable experience for all our guests. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

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

Girls trip

We had a great time & the weather was good mi us one day so we went shopping! Nice condo.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Nicole, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear you had a great time and enjoyed the condo. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great room

Overall great experience with this property other than trying to find someone to help us when we first arrived was impossible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2020
Valerie, we are happy to know that you had an overall great vacation rental experience at this property. We apologize for the inconvenience caused during check-in at Sterling Reef. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amy F.

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

Girls trip

We got to our unit and door code didn’t work
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy L.

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

802

It was great even with not having the twin bed in the second bedroom. It was suppose to be a queen and twin bed in the second room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Kristy, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed an overall great stay in this two-bed, two-bath beachfront condo, which features a king-size bed in the master bedroom and a queen-size bed in the guest room, sleeping four guests comfortably. Pictures and descriptions online are accurate to the best of our knowledge. We apologize for any inconvenience caused due to the available sleeping arrangements. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marlo L.

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

Amazing Views. Property could have been cleaner.

The location and views were perfect. The staff at Sterling Reef were very friendly. The condo was a bit dirty. If we walked on the floor in our bare feet, they were black with dirt. The shower curtain liners need to be replaced. There was a musty smell throughout the condo. The kitchen could use a few more pots and pans. Overall, we had a nice time, because the location was great but I don’t think we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and views, and that our staff made a positive impression. We're sorry to learn about the issues you encountered with cleanliness, the shower curtain liners, and the kitchen supplies. We strive to maintain high standards, and I regret that we fell short in these areas during your stay. We wish you had let us know about these concerns while you were here, we would have promptly addressed them to ensure your comfort. Your comments are invaluable in helping us improve our services. We will be reviewing the cleaning procedures and the inventory of kitchen supplies to make necessary adjustments. Thank you again for your feedback. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler H.

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

Good location. Needs a little work.

Good central location. Close to restaurants and shopping and the beach view is fantastic. Needs maintenance on things like towel racks and toilet paper hanger as both were about to fall from the wall. Since the attraction of the property is the beach , it would have been nice to have beach chairs and towels available since many people who would book the property would fly in from out of town. There is a metal frame on the floor under the master bed which is a hazzard. Overall, we were pleased with the property. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kristy M.

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

Not a Fan

Definitely would never stay there again or recommend it. The elevators were horrible. The Internet was nonexistent. The master bathroom had a moldy shower curtain and a broken toilet tissue holder. Overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul K.

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

Could’ve been better

The place it’s self wasn’t too bad. The location was amazing because it was on the beach. We came as a family, there were allot of people who weren’t following the rules. A lot of smoking on the balconies which clearly states isn’t allowed. Also people were throwing stuff at us in the pool while we were swimming with our children. There was plenty of pillows but not enough blankets. Some of the dishes were quite dirty. This is a place I wouldn’t come to again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2021
Paul, we are happy to know that you thought the location of this two-bed, two-bath beachfront condo is amazing. Please accept our apology for any discomfort and frustration caused by the actions of other guests and the dirty dishes. We would have been more than happy to send someone to reclean the dishes and bring more blankets had we been made aware during your stay. Although we completely understand your frustration with the actions of guests in other units, we unfortunately have no control over these situations that take place in units that we do not manage. Depending on the property, a guest would need to call the front desk, security team, or HOA to report such activities. We appreciate your patience. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property itself is great. Location is the best. The view is amazing. The condo itself was poor. Very dirty, hadn’t be thoroughly cleaned in some time. Baseboard, vents, photos all had thick dust. Bathroom had toothpaste on tub from previous tenant. Mattress covers had stains. Condo is beautiful, just needs to be cleaned. It is a non smoking facility, but my neighbors smoked cigarettes and pot and nothing was done despite multiple complaints.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin S.

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

Nice location

Stay was overall pleasant. Right in the heart so either direction we traveled there was something to see/do/eat/shop. Property Manager was very responsive - brought comforter for 2nd bedroom and replacement batteries for ceiling fan remote. Only 2 issues to complain about: 1. Only one elevator for 18 floors. Took forever to get back up to room. One day it was out of service and we had to walk up 11 flights of stairs (ground, 3 parking levels then our room in 8th floor). Very disappointing. The 2nd elevator was being repaired/rebuilt - that should help. Another suggestion is to add storage locker area on ground floor so people aren't hauling wagons full of supplies to and from room twice a day. 2. Doors and trim were being painted while there. Crew did great job of trying to stay out of people's way but one day we came back and our door was propped open and noone was around keeping an eye on things. We had a few thousand dollars worth of electronics (2 work laptops, printer, headphones, watches, airpods) that were in the room. Thankfully nothing was stolen but it was disappointing to not know our room was accessed and left open. Unit was clean and well appointed. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Anita C.

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

REAL JOY VACATIONS IS NOT ONSITE

Our stay was rather inconvenient on 1st day, although well aware iof 4 p.m check in, I have never stayed at an VRBO where the rental was set up remotely Because of this inconvenience your competitor was on-site and was kind enough to hold our luggage for six hours It would have been nice to communicate that then your customer would be more prepared Besides that inconvenience the stay was awesome, thanks to the owner care given to there property. Although I always clean up behind myself it was different to be left with so many cleaning rules, when we are paying a cleaning fee, however, we abliged
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good stay expect for elevators

The condo and rooms were good, and really enjoyed the beach and pools. There were only two elevators for all 19 floors, and one of them was down for the entire week. It took 30-45 minutes to get on the elevator when leaving the beach, and stairs were not an option with a cooler and beach gear.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ncole C.

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

Great experience

Wonderful customer service and maintenance was on point the one time we needed them. Great experience!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Rhoneshia S.

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

Perfect home away from home

I truly enjoyed my experience at this property. The condo was amazing. The only con I would have is the elevators are extremely slow. After the first day we jumped on the first available elevator whether it was going up or down. But overall my stay was amazing. My overall goal was to relax and I did. Love the mirror in the kitchen. It’s great for selfies. I have stayed at this property several times and I will continue to do so.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Krishna D.

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

Not recommended at all, the place was stinking like septic tank

This place did not meet our expectations, it was stinking like the septic pipe has burst, every time the condo above us used water, our bathroom started making loud sounds- kept us up at night. We checked out one night early as the kitchen sink leaked two nights ago and we ended up cleaning it ourselves. Worst part is we were not refunded anything…. Stay away from this condo
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2021
Krishna, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding vacation rental experience while staying in Sterling Reef 802, a two-bed/two-bath beachfront condo. We hope you enjoyed its layout and decor. We truly apologize for the issues related to the bathroom and kitchen. Someone was sent out as soon as we were made aware of these issues. A vendor was tasked to replace the garbage disposal on 6/9. An inspector was sent out on 6/11, due to the smell and leak and reported that everything was fine. Thank you for your patience and for choosing Real Joy.

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