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Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more

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A swimming pool with palm trees and a water fountain, surrounded by a hotel building. - Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more (Destin)
A multi-story hotel with a prominent blue sign reading "STELLING SHORES". - Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more (Destin)
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, double sink, and a ceiling fan. - Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more (Destin)
A clear view of a beach with calm waters and a clear sky. - Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more (Destin)
A balcony with a view of a beach, a pool, and a resort area. - Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more (Destin)
Close to Henderson Beach State Park and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more provides a water park, a gym, and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms977 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more

  • Summary:

    Sterling Shores PH16



    The Space:

    Forget about everything and enjoy the sun, ocean, sand, and entertainment right at Sterling Shores Resort! Offering a prime location moments away from the beach, therefore, incredible water views from your private patio, awesome swimming pools available for everyone, a community grill area to show off your grilling skills and maybe surprise your group with a delicious cookout, a seasonal poolside snack shack, and more! Everyone will love their time at Sterling Shores! WHAT’S NEARBY Sterling Shores is located just off Highway 98 and is just a short walk to many beach dining experiences such as The Pancakery and The Back Porch. Looking for some outdoors entertainment? Big Kahuna offers great adventure parks, water slides, kiddie slides, lazy rivers, and more! If you're looking to fill your fridge or pick up some supplies, Sterling Shores is just down the road from many popular retailers such as Target, Whole Foods, and Walmart. Looking to hit the Links? Check out the fabulous Indian Bayou Golf & Country club. THINGS TO KNOW Full kitchen w/ dishwasher, Free WiFi, Parking on-site (Parking Passes included), Non-smoking property. Guests will receive a complimentary beach setup (two chairs and one umbrella daily). This service operates seasonally, from March 15th to November 15th. Please be advised that a roof replacement project is currently underway at Sterling Shores, with an anticipated completion date by the end of September 2026, and a walkway project through December 2026. Construction activity will occur Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with the possibility of Sunday work if weather delays are encountered. During morning hours (7:00 AM to approximately noon), guests may experience sawing and scraping noise, most notably in penthouse units. Afternoon work is expected to be considerably quieter. For the floor project, you may deal with noise, dust, and grinding sound. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as this necessary improvement is completed, and we regret any inconvenience this may cause during your stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 977 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area

Located in Destin, this condo is on the waterfront. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Destin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.
    Destin Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A blue sign for the Morgan Sports Center with a website and phone number.
    Morgan Sports Center
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A red boat docked near a wooden walkway with a palm tree and a tall building in the background.
    Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with clear blue water and sandy dunes.
    Henderson Beach State Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Back Porch
    2 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    14 min walk
  • Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill
    2 min drive
  • Subway
    9 min walk
  • The Pancakery
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Track Family Recreation Center, Destin Beaches, and Henderson Beach State Park. Morgan Sports Center and Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Gulf front penthouse w shared pools, snack shack, community grill & more Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best vacay

I can't get over how clean the room was. By far the best trip to Destin I've had in while because of cleanliness, location, view, and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Great location to both beach and restaurants.The property looks large but is very cozy. The upper units have great views of the ocean, and the lower units have nice views of the beautifully landscaped pool and garden areas. The building is showing its age, as was the unit we stayed in, but it seemed to be well kept. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Comfortable beach condo

This is our third stay at Sterling Shores, but the first time in this unit. We only used the master king bed and found it to be very comfortable. The condo had everything we needed for a great beach-oriented vacation. Handy laundry appliances, well-appointed kitchen, balcony with comfy furniture and great view. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful week in Destin!

We had a great time on our annual family trip to Destin meeting up with family from the MS Gulf coast. This was our forth year staying at Sterling Shores and we loved our unit this time. The view from the PH floor was the best we've had and discovering the side elevator as a short cut was helpful. Outside of small issues with leaking sinks and the washing machine needing fixed, I would call it a perfect stay and we would like to rent the same unit for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Penthouse View Overlooking beautiful pool/grounds

The unit was clean and the beds and living room furniture were very comfortable. The patio was spacious and had lots of good patio furniture to use. It's the penthouse but you will not get any sunset views from this location. Because of the placement of the resort there are too many other high buildings blocking the views to the the West. It has easy access to the beach and beach service came with the unit. You have to go down each morning and reserve your chair and they don't open till 9am. I went down the day before and they would not reserve ours for the next day. So it holds up breakfast activities so you can go down there and wait for them to give you your assigned spot. Otherwise you won't get a front row position.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful ocean views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great visit. Clean room and great views!

Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beatiful views of the beach!!!

The condo we stayed in was absolutely adorable! We loved how close we were to the beach and that there was also a big swimming pool for the kiddos. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

July 2017 Stay

We absolutely loved staying here. The view was perfect. Access to the beach was easy. I wish we could have stayed a lot longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PH 16

Condo was clean and well stocked. Great location and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome View

Great unit Awes
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice view

Easy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

👨‍👩‍👧👨‍❤️‍👨

It was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

October 2016 Stay

We stayed in PH16 for 3 months and absolutely loved it! The staff at Sterling Shores is amazing! We had no major issues during our stay, and any minor issues (light bulbs that burned out, etc) were fixed almost immediately. I would stay here again in a heartbeat 😀
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PH16 Was GREAT!

This condo had everything we needed. Great access to beach and had two amazing pools. Gym was small but allowed for a decent work out. Parking was easy and we were always able to be near the elevator closest to our room. Location allowed easy access to wonderful restaurants, grocery stores, etc. I would definitely come back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

February 2018 Stay

We enjoyed our month of February stay. Everything was clean and in good shape upon arrival. Very adequately furnished with everything one might need for short or lengthy stays. Would certainly recommend the unit to anyone. All staff in office very helpful and friendly. Weather was great and such a beautiful view of the gulf and all surrounding area from this unit.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Not maintained

The view is amazing! Sterling Shores is in a great location, but this unit is being neglected. The microwave door was broken, the shower in the master is leaking, the mattress in the 2nd bedroom is lumpy with springs poking out, and when I requested oven mitts and and a dish drainer, I was told the owner didn't have to provide that. The oven was filthy upon or arrival. They came to clean it during our stay and our unit reeked afterwards. If it wasn't for this beautiful view, I'd give less stars. I'm sorry the owner is having to pay for this unit to be mishandled this way.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Sterling Shores in this beautiful condo. It was clean with a great view of the beach and water. The amenities are plentiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025