Condo

Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly

Condo with private pool, 5-minute walk to Destin Beaches

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Living Room
Resort Pool
Open Concept Living Room, DIning Room, & Kitchen
Living Room and Master Bedroom Balcony
Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9135.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly

**The Sterling Shores Renovation project will begin June 2025, with anticipated completion in December 2025. (Weather permitting) Balcony will be closed with windows and doors taped over from 09/29-11/27, 2025** Pool will be closed from 10/20-11/10/25.**

Sleeping Arrangements
One Story Unit | Master: King Bed; Guest 1: Queen Bed; Guest 2: Twin over Full Bunk Bed; Living room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Life is surely sweet at Sea Sweet!

Located in the heart of Destin at the sought-after Sterling Shores Resort, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and breathtaking views. Perched on the fourth floor, Sea Sweet has been recently updated and welcomes up to 9 guests for an unforgettable beach escape.

From the moment you walk in, you’ll be drawn to the private balcony with its sweeping views of the sparkling Emerald Coast and the resort’s lagoon-style pool below. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee, enjoying sunset cocktails, or leaving the sliding glass doors open to let in the fresh Gulf breeze, this space is sure to become your favorite spot.

Inside, the open-concept living area features plenty of comfortable seating, a dining table for 5, and a kitchen bar with seating for 3. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare everything from beach-day snacks to family dinners.

The master suite is a true retreat with balcony access, a king bed, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom offers a queen bed, while the third features a twin-over-full bunk—perfect for kids or extra guests. A queen sleeper sofa in the living room provides additional sleeping space.

With its prime location, resort amenities, and those unbeatable balcony views, Sea Sweet is the ideal getaway for families or small mature groups looking to experience the very best of Destin. Come see just how sweet life by the sea can be!

*Guests must be 25-years or older and student groups are not permitted.

Guest Walk-Through
One Story Condo –
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Kitchen
Dining area
Living room
Laundry
Balcony

Unit Amenities- Balcony, Laundry, Sleeper Sofa
Community Amenities- Community pool, On-site Gym, Beach Adjacent, Beach Access, Beach Restaurant

About the Community of Sterling Shores
Sterling Shores is a stunning condo development nestled right against the sugar white sands of the Emerald Coast. Sterling Shores has over 9,000 feet of lush, tropical landscaping and is considered one of Destin’s top resorts. This elegant, private escape has a 4,300-square-foot heated lagoon-style swimming pool flanked by grills and tables. There’s also a 240-foot Gulf-front private beach club with a second refreshing oasis right on the beach. Adjacent to the posh beach club is one of Destin’s hottest restaurants, The Back Porch. At Sterling Shores, you can saunter onto the beach and order your favorite cocktail from the Back Porch’s Beach Bar or place your order with the Sterling Shore’s private beach club restaurant and grill. Additional amenities include the exercise room with cardio machines and free weights.

Just across the road from Sterling Shores is Destin’s best family entertainment—The Track where you can race in Go Carts, bump in Bumper Boats, and putt through mini golf. Big Kahuna’s Water park is just a glance away on 98…perfect fun for vacationers of all ages!

At an additional cost, enjoy the many amenities Destin has to offer including world-class golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports, and much more!

Local Favorites
MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.

MVH Beach Closet
This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay.

MVH Rental Restrictions
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 near 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Henderson Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Views ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Private Balcony ~ Family Friendly located?

Situated by the ocean, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of 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

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley I.

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

Amazing week in paradise!

We absolutely loved our stay! The condo amenities were nice and the walk to the beach was short!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Adrienne W.

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

Family vacay

We really enjoyed the location of this property. It had easy access to the beach, pool, and good restaurants. The view was great from the room! My only complaint is that there are too many rental chairs/umbrellas and not enough open space for personal chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Perfection

The condo was perfect. It was very clean, updated furnishings and a great view.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesa F.

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

Great for girls getaway

Our stay was so delightful. Our rental provided plenty of space and quick access to the beach! Thank you for having a tv in every bedroom. Bathrooms were nice sized and living room wonderful for evening chats! Building was located with plenty of dining options in the area. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan C.

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

Sterling Shores 413

The condo was beautiful - loved the beach decor! The kitchen had everything we needed and the master shower was awesome. Enjoyed coffee and the view on the balcony every morning! Overall location was great too - so nice to walk to The Back Porch! We had a beautiful week!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bang n.

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

Great location

Host is great, place is clean, beach is nice. When we were there they were fixing the big pool on the last two days so not really the owner fault. Wish he have gave us the gate code and Wi-Fi ahead of time, but we did get it. Would stayed again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Great location

Location great, outside of building needs some re-fresh if, inside just like the pictures. The kitchen could use more large plates, only 3 in the cabinet and a few new pans would be great. Loved the terrace/balcony views. Overall a very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

413 Sea Sweet SB 2023

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Family Gathering

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always pleased staying at Sterling Shores. Will reserve a bigger place next time.

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

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

Awesome place

Girls trip. Other than an issue with gate code & a few maintenance issue, which were quickly resolved I highly recommend. Great view, great location, love The Back Porch, one of our favorites. Been coming to Destin for 25+ years but never have I stayed at Sterling Shores. We most definitely will stay again & again. Oh, loved the two pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha M.

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

Sisters’ get-away

The property and location were beautiful. The site for the property said it was 4 minutes from the airport, when it was 35 minutes from the airport. When we had a small issue with the living room TV, maintenance came and got it fixed, and also came back the next day to fix a bar stool. We wished there was a bit more information provided about the area, and felt a rental car would have been a good idea, as most places were not within a walking distance. Overall, we had a very nice, comfortable stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Amazing

This property was perfect!! The property was very spacious for our family of 8. Unit was very clean (and I’m picky). The beds were very comfortable with the best pillows ever. Plenty of kitchen utensils, great washer and dryer. View was spectacular, and resort overall was great. We go to Destin every year and this is our new favorite. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Shetal A.

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

Great place and location

Location is incredibly convenient - private beach access, access to swimming pools, and great restaurants/ attractions are within a few mile radius. The only complaint would be that the drains in the bathroom were slow (not to where we felt needed immediate attention). Additionally, the owners might consider removing the carpet given the sand, etc that potentially gets tracked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susanna D.

Wonderful Condo!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo is spacious and clean with comfortable furniture throughout. The location is so convenient to the pools and beach and many delicious restaurants. The hairdryer needed replacing during our stay and management was responsive and prompt. We are 100% satisfied!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Beautiful condo!

Rented this beautiful condo for an extended bachelorette trip and it did not disappoint! Beautiful views, very clean, easy check-in and out process, as well as quick and easy access to the beach! Mirrors in the bedrooms and/or main area would have been helpful when getting ready when the bathrooms were occupied. Beach chairs would have been preferred over the two camping chairs that were provided. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

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

Woven Threads

Positives…Great location, easy beach access, bonus pool next to beach was a plus. Unit was spacious and as described. Negatives … no pot holders, needs a true skillet (used the griddle in place of skillet but hard to cook eggs on it) and artificial plants were a negative. Overall experience was positive would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Claudia V.

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

Perfect seaside escape

Loved the house and location. Elevator was constantly broken so we had to walk up the stairs most of the time. Check in time was super late and would recommend an earlier check in for future. Other than that super clean, super modern, very beautiful ocean view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

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

Would gladly stay again!

Beautiful property in a great location with easy access to two pools and the beach. The private beach for the property had chairs and umbrellas for rent (reasonably priced and you can get a good spot if you go early), and there was some open space for personal use umbrellas. The public access to the beach was very close with nice bathrooms. The property was great for our four adults and four kids. The pools were never overly crowded and the gated parking was very much appreciated. Only recommendation would be to change the worn carpet to tile throughout the property. That would have been easier to keep clean considering all the sand that gets tracked in from the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Martin S.

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

Vacation ruined by baseball teams

Location ….Loved it , although a little high priced. Only one elevator worked, which was a major problem getting my in laws in an out but understood the situation. Unfortunately Also, multiple baseball teams were staying at the property and basically took over the pool area like it was their own back yard. Very loud and disrespectful. Will not be coming back due to that reason.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Allen T.

Construction work on site

This Condo inside was great. When i booked in March their was no warning of construction. It was very noisy drills saws sanders. Only one elevator working. First morning fire alarms went off because of construction. Had to wake everyone up and run down the stairs. Very upsetting . This was a family vacation for my birthday. . I didnt appreciate no call from the rental company to tell me .Only it added to my rental 1st of June. Left 2 weeks later. Noone is willing to do anything about it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach and the pool was great for children. Kitchen was stocked at a minimal level if you want to cook dinners. Lots of kid beach and pool toys provided. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy C.

Clark’s Family Vacation 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family vacation with children and grandchildren!! Wonderful place to be to beach and close to the Backporch restaurant!
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10/10 Excellent

Tanja M.

Perfect place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was in a perfect location for the conference I was attending and the beach. Access to every place we wanted or needed to go was easy. Location was perfect. The condo itself is really nice minus the fact that there is carpet. The rooms are large and comfortable. Beds were very comfortable. Lots of space. The balcony was so nice I even slept out there one night. Ocean view is spectacular. Beach access is super easy. The only negative I could say is that the coffee pot didn’t work and we couldn’t find a remote to one of the bedroom TVs. The sink leaked but we didn’t notice it until a few days into our stay but maintenance was there quickly to fix it once I reported it. Overall, we had a great experience
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10/10 Excellent

Elby S.

Outstanding

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean and close to beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie L.

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

Vaction luxury

This property was amazing! The condo looked exactly same as photos and even bigger in person! All furniture was comfortable and it was beautifully decorated with beach decor (a must for a beach condo for me!) No issues at all with this property! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

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