Condo - Rating 5 (34 Reviews)

Sterling Reef 102


Bedroom 2 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 full
Guests 6 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 12011 Front Beach Road
  • Location: Panama City Beach
  • Type: Condo

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Fabulous Condo:

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

* Free Seasonal Beach Service (March-October) - 2 Chairs/1 Umbrella

* Beachfront Pool (Seasonally Heated), Grilling Area

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

* Walk to the fishing Pier

* Only .5 miles to Shipwreck Island

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs December thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

*No smoking on property, which includes the balcony*

Sterling Reef 102 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, and a sleeper sofa, sleeping 6 guests comfortably. With its breath-taking views and convenient location, Sterling Reef 102 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

Sleeper sofa

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=38102

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Bedding Bedding
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Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen
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Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa
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Master Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom


Amenities 36 Amenities
Community Facilities
  • Gym/Fitness Room
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Ocean Front
  • Ocean View
  • Pool
  • Snowbird Friendly
Included Items and Services
  • Beach Chair Service
  • Elevator
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Laptop Friendly Work Space
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detector
  • Washer
Outside Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Beach Front
  • Beach View
  • Gulf Front
  • Gulf View
  • Walk to Beach


Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (34)
Rating 5
We really enjoyed our stay at Sterling Reef.
- Posted: 11/22/2024
Rating 5
Relaxing trip
The condo was very nice. Convenient to shops and restaurants. We loved the large balcony.
- Posted: 11/22/2024
Marcia, Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the condo, its convenient location, and the spacious balcony. We hope to host you again soon for another relaxing trip. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Beautiful
We have been vacationing in PCB for years and this is the nicest condo we have evwr stayed at. The balcony is massive and the roo. Is absolutely beautiful! Easy drive to everything and the the view of the beach was amazing! We did have some problems with the air conditioning but it was so easy to just text RealJoy to get it resolved. We definitely will be staying with RealJoy again!!
- Posted: 9/17/2024
Chelsea, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the condo to be the nicest you've ever experienced in PCB. We're glad the balcony and the view of the beach were to your liking. We appreciate your understanding regarding the air conditioning issue and are happy that our team was able to resolve it promptly. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
What an amazing stay! The accommodations were perfect. We could not have asked for anything better. The condo was immaculate. None of the furniture was worn in any way. Our mornings on the balcony, drinking coffee, and watching the dolphins play was the best. Thank you so much for our fantastic stay. We will be back. ??
- Posted: 9/13/2024
Rating 5
Great place to stay
Everything was as described very clean and great location.
- Posted: 8/1/2024
Rating 5
Great condo
Ocean view, easy to get in and out of the parking garage, very comfortable room, fully equipped kitchen N/A
- Posted: 7/19/2024
Rating 5
Great beach vacation spot
Great place and right on the beach!!
- Posted: 7/7/2024
Heather, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled you found the location perfect for your beach vacation. We hope you join us again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Time with daughter
Beautiful condo and perfect location! Kitchen was furnished with everything anyone would ever need. Weather was awesome. Communications with RealJoy was outstanding!
- Posted: 6/28/2024
Rating 5
Short vacation
It’s was the most beautiful and amazing long weekend
- Posted: 5/27/2024
Jessica, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful long weekend with us. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great view even better balcony
Loved setup of unit. Close to pier.
- Posted: 5/18/2024
Amber, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the setup of the unit and its convenient location near the pier. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Panama city
Only problem we had was checking in. Code wouldn’t work for the door and no one would answer the phone to help us get the correct one. If the security guard hadn’t known the owner and called them for us I don’t know how we would have gotten in.
- Posted: 5/18/2024
Vicki, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're sorry that you experienced some difficulties with the check-in process. We're glad the security guard was able to assist you in getting access to your accommodations. We hope you were still able to enjoy your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We are very pleased with Real Joy. Staff was friendly, responded promptly & kept us updated about anything regarding the rental condo.
- Posted: 3/1/2024
Rating 5
Loved the condo
Very clean and conveniently located. Would stay there again
- Posted: 6/28/2023
Hi! We are happy to know that you would stay in this two-bedroom, two-bath beachfront condo again, finding it to be very clean and conveniently located. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Exceptional
There are no comments available for this review
- Posted: 5/31/2023
Rating 5
Beautiful property and the view was amazing. Exactly as pictured and easy to find/park/access. Would only suggest a later check-out time, at 11 or 12 pm, for those of us on vacation who like to have breakfast, and relax while packing up in the morning of check out instead of being on a tight schedule to get out the door by 10am. Highly recommend and very easy to work with.
- Posted: 5/9/2023
Heather, Thank you for letting us know that everything was as you expected. Late check-out times are difficult as we rent these units back to back and need sufficient time between guests to get things cleaned. We are glad you enjoyed the view and we hope you had a safe trip home. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Exceptional
There are no comments available for this review
- Posted: 5/6/2023
Rating 5
Absolutely lovely !! Want to go again next month !!
- Posted: 4/16/2023
Rating 5
Relaxing Getaway!
My family and I enjoyed a much needed relaxing getaway at this condo. The property was very clean and the view was amazing! We spent so much time just sitting on the balcony, listening to the waves and enjoying the ocean air. The beach was instantly accessible whenever we wanted to spend time in the sand and water. We had a great time and would definitely consider visiting again!
- Posted: 12/7/2022
Amaan, Thank you for letting us know that you had a relaxing getaway. We're glad you had a great time and enjoyed the amazing view. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Sterling Reef - Spacious Condo
Great location. The condo was clean, nicely decorated and very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. Beautiful sunsets on the spacious lanai!
- Posted: 10/24/2022
Rating 5
Sterling Reef Unit and Resort as advertised
We loved having the lower floor unit which was close to parking and stairs. The oversized balcony was a big plus. The unit was as advertised and met our needs very well. Real Joy Vacations was a pleasure to work with. Real Joy Vacations/Owner were prompt in communication and responsed to any questions we had very quickly.
- Posted: 10/24/2022
Gayle, Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re glad that everything was as expected and you enjoyed the balcony. Thank you for the nod to our communicative and responsive staff. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Very clean, well worth the price.
Great
- Posted: 10/20/2022
Brandon, Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re glad your vacation was great and it was well worth the price. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Family Vacation
Condo was very clean and exactly as portrayed. This property is located on the first floor which is actually the fifth floor because the parking garage is under the condos. The pool was very well maintained. I would go again!
- Posted: 10/20/2022
Susan, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are happy to hear that everything was as you expected. We’re glad you enjoyed the pool and we look forward to your next visit. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Family Vacation
We enjoyed the condo! Very nice sized. The balcony was very spacious. The condo was clean and had all the needed necessities for our family.
- Posted: 8/28/2022
Jennifer, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you had everything you needed and enjoyed the balcony. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Overall - an amazing place to stay!
We absolutely loved the big balcony with the most incredible view. The condo was great with comfortable beds, couches and chairs. The only inconvenience is with the elevator in the building. It is so slow and you have to get your stuff/kids on so quick before the door tries to close. You can’t hold it open or it will shutdown the elevator. Definitely makes it tricky with all the beach stuff and kiddos. Also, during peak times of the day you can wait up to 20 mins for the elevator, super frustrating.
- Posted: 8/23/2022
Kyla, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you were comfortable and enjoyed the view. We're sorry about the elevators. While that is beyond our control, we do understand how frustrating it can be this time of year. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great place
The whole place was clean and in good shape. It was amazing having to just look outside and see the beach. 100% recommended
- Posted: 8/14/2022
Rating 5
This condo DID indeed meet the expectations of me and my family. The beach view was EVERYTHING!!! The beds were also very comfy. Although there were small issues like the bathtub stopper not working in both bathrooms, We will definitely be returning!!
- Posted: 4/17/2022
Tandrea, We are so glad that Sterling Reef met your expectations. We apologize for the inconvenience of the bathtub stoppers not working. We would have been happy to remedy that during your stay had we known. We are glad you enjoyed the view and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We loved the place! It was clean, perfect for our 4 guests and had everything we needed to cook. The beds were super comfy and the balcony was awesome! You can’t beat the view! Very pleased with our stay and will book again!
- Posted: 3/8/2022
Natalia, we are so glad that you enjoyed the great view during your stay and found everything that you needed. Thank you for choosing Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Love this place
We have stayed at Sterling Reef several times now. Great easy access from parking garage and to and from the beach. Great central location for all activities
- Posted: 10/22/2021
Chris, we appreciate you letting us know that you loved staying in this well-located two-bed, two-bath beachfront condo in Panama City Beach, which allowed for easy access from the parking garage and to/from the beach. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great view and stay! Lovely home
- Posted: 9/12/2021
Rating 5
Excellent location
We had a great stay! The location was great! The home was cute & comfy! Loved it!!
- Posted: 8/17/2021
Sheri, we are very happy to know that you had a great stay in this well-located two-bed, two-bath beachfront condo that you thought was cute and comfortable. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay so much! The only complaint I would have would not be on our unit itself, but the elevators were VERY slow.
- Posted: 8/8/2021
Rating 5
Best vacation ever!!
This property is fantastic!! We couldn’t have asked for anything better! The property was just like in the pictures. The condo was very clean. We would definitely stay here again! The only thing to be aware of is that there is construction going on at the building, and they start working at 7 am. Also, the beach chair service is completely separate from the condo, and the 2 guys working the beach chair service were extremely rude! It said in our contract with the condo that we had free beach chair service and when I showed the 2 guys, they said that they don’t honor the free beach chair service! And told us it would be $40 a day to rent 2 beach chairs.
- Posted: 6/22/2021
Rating 5
Such a beautifully decorated condo at the perfect location! We had a great time and will most definitely be back!
- Posted: 5/25/2021
Hi Tiffer, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you found the unit decorated beautifully and the location perfect! We hope you will come back to visit! Thanks again for your feedback and thank you for choosing Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Thank you so very much for your hospitality, the Condo was FANTASTIC, we enjoyed it and all of the amenities.
- Posted: 5/22/2021
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