Sterling Sands 502
- Address: 1080 U.S. 98
- Location: Destin
- Type: Condo
* Amazing views from Beach Front Balcony
* Gulf Front Condo
* Heart of Destin just 3 miles from Destin Commons
* Across from The Track and Walking distance to The Back Porch restaurant
* Free-form beachfront pool, hot tub, fitness room, and covered grills
* On-site kayak/boogie board rentals
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
Location and stunning views, anyone? This Gulf Front condo is located right in the heart of Destin and has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and sleeps 6. The master suite has a king, flat screen TV, and balcony access. The guest bedroom has a twin and twin over full bunk bed (sleeps 4) plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. This condo has been remodeled with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, tile flooring throughout, quartzite vanities in baths, remodeled baths, and new ceiling and tile on the balcony! Upgrades also included new furnishings, large flatscreen TV's for downtime after beachin'.
Enjoy the convenience this gorgeous condo affords along with stunning views of the sugar white sands and emerald water!
**This property is not available to parties of adults under age 25. No Exceptions.**
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.
*Guests should complete the online check in 3 days prior to arrival to avoid delays upon check in. Guests are charged $15+Tax for guests 5 years and older. Guests will be charged for any lost wristbands. 2 Parking Passes Max. Smoking is prohibited on the property, including the beach. There is one designated area to smoke, it’s located at the bus stop as you enter the property from Hwy 98.*
*Max guest occupancy of 6 for this unit. *
* A link to register for resort fees & parking will be emailed prior to arrival. Sterling Sands is charging $15 per guest 5 years of age or older. *
Sterling Sands is an 8-story mid-rise condo building right in the heart of Destin! With all the amenities you're craving nestled in a tropical setting, you'll love Sterling Sands! Float in the 71-foot free form pool, (heated seasonally), or soak your muscles in the outdoor hot tub. Grill up some steaks or your catch of the day in the covered barbecue/picnic area or work out in the fitness room, enjoy a spectacular sunset or sunrise over the water from your private balcony and have a vacation to remember! You can enjoy the view of the water and the gulf front pool from your balcony. The location of this complex can't be beat, it's right across the street from The Tracks Family Recreation Center, with mini-golf and go-kart racing, and less than 1 mile from Kelly Plantation Golf Club, as well as numerous dining options, including walking distance to the Back Porch.
There's a gulf front pool, beach side fitness room, gas grilling area, onsite kayak/boogie board rental and laundry in the condo.
The Bed Setup
Master Bedroom: King bed
Guest Room: Twin Bed and Twin Bunk bed
Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
Area Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.
Wonderful location, right in the heart of Destin! Right across the street from The Track Family Recreation Center, with mini-golf, go-kart racing and bungee jumping. Walk to the BackPorch restaurant!
Attached Bathroom
- Gym/Fitness Room
- Satellite or Cable
- Television
- Community Pool
- Ocean Front
- Ocean View
- Snowbird Friendly
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Essentials
- Ceiling Fan
- 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
- Beach Front
- Beach View
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- Pool
- Balcony
- Outdoor Furniture
- Patio/Deck
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Gulf Front
- Gulf View
- Walk to Beach
- Water View
Escape to the Emerald Coast this fall and enjoy 15% off when you stay 4 nights or more. Book between now and September 30, 2026 for travel from August 1 through October 31, 2026. Use promo code FALLFORFUN15 to plan your perfect autumn getaway.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by September 30, 2026 for 4+ night stays from August 1 to October 31, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Celebrate the season with our Fall for Fun getaway. Enjoy 10% off when you stay 3 nights or more. Book between now September 30, 2026 for travel from August 1 through October 31, 2026. Use promo code FALLFORFUN10 and start planning your perfect fall escape.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by September 30, 2026 for 3+ night stays from August 1 to October 31, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
☀️ Mini Snowbirds, This One’s for You! 🏖️ Dreaming of a longer beach escape without committing to the entire season? Book a 14–27-night stay and enjoy 20% off your getaway with promo code MiniBirdy.
Book between August 21 and December 23, 2026, for stays from October 26, 2026, through February 28, 2027. Blackout dates, home exclusions, and other restrictions may apply.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings made by December 23, 2026, for 14–27-night stays from October 26, 2026, through February 28, 2027. Blackout dates apply November 24–28, 2026, and December 24, 2026–January 30, 2027. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Great stay, no problems.- Reviewed On: 9/12/2026
Hello John, Thank you for your 5-star review of Sterling Sands 502. We're glad you had a great stay with no problems. We’d love to host you again—please reach out when you're ready to return. Kindly, RealJoy DestinReal Joy staff
We loved this unit. Lovely beach view from the master and the living room area. We appreciated being right on the beach so the access was almost instant. The pool was perfect for calm family swim time. The unit itself was clean and inviting. The master bath was unexpectedly spacious which made caring for small children so much easier. We loved everything about our stay!- Reviewed On: 8/15/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We appreciate the feedback and hope to welcome you back to Sterling Sands 502. RealJoy DestinReal Joy staff
Vey satisfied with our stay. The unit was clean and cozy and perfect for our family.- Reviewed On: 8/1/2026
Hello Alex, Thank you so much for your review of Sterling Sands 502! We're glad the unit was clean and cozy and perfect for your family. We'd love to host you again. Kindly, RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
The view was great, we had the ocean right outside our balcony door. The whole unit was very nice and clean. Our plan is to stay in this unit for many years to come. It was nice to have boogie boards and beach toys already there, this saved some time for us having to go and get them from the store.- Reviewed On: 7/25/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad the ocean view and clean unit at Sterling Sands 502 worked well for you. It’s great the boogie boards and beach toys saved you time — we appreciate the feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for years to come. RealJoy DestinReal Joy staff
Perfect- Reviewed On: 6/28/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad Sterling Sands 502 was perfect — we appreciate the feedback and hope to welcome you back. RealJoy DestinReal Joy staff
Clean & had everything we needed. We were able to get an early check in which was amazing since we had driven all night. Everyone was so friendly. The beach and water were beautiful! We had a swimsuit get stuck in the dryer and it was fixed within a couple of hours while we enjoyed the beach. Definitely recommend!- Reviewed On: 6/25/2026
Hello Shannon, thank you for the lovely review. I’m glad Sterling Sands 502 was clean and had everything you needed, and that the early check-in made your arrival easier. Happy our team got the dryer issue sorted quickly so you could enjoy the beach and beautiful water. We’d love to host you again! RealJoy DestinReal Joy staff
Such a great place!- Reviewed On: 6/19/2026
The condo is even more beautiful in person. The view is unbeatable because of the glass on the exterior. Highly recommend!!- Reviewed On: 6/12/2026
Hello Anna, thank you for the lovely review. I’m glad the condo was even more beautiful in person and that you enjoyed the unbeatable view from the glass exterior. Thanks for recommending Sterling Sands 502 — we’d love to host you again! RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
We loved our stay and felt right at home! This is our second time staying here and it never disappoints! The home has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable stay and the views are wonderful! We definitely hope to return!- Reviewed On: 5/28/2026
Excellent service and great customer support, recommended 💯, thanks- Reviewed On: 5/5/2026
Our stay in your place was really nice and pleasant, everything was neat and clean, we really enjoyed the place , the view was fantastic, I recommend it 💯 , thank you for your time and effort to make this experienced a reality for everyone.- Reviewed On: 4/28/2026
This place and team was amazing. We had all we need . Great customer service and a lovely condo to enjoy the beach with our kids. Highly recommend- Reviewed On: 4/26/2026
Great condo! Very clean and the view of the ocean - omg!! It looks just like the pictures. Would stay here again!- Reviewed On: 4/24/2026
Beautiful condo, so clean and fantastic service!- Reviewed On: 4/3/2026
Fantastic property and wonderful communication with the host!- Reviewed On: 3/27/2026
We had a wonderful time. It’s an absolutely beautiful space inside and out. Parking was convenient and accessible. The pool and hot tub were the perfect temperature. And there is nothing like waking up to the view!!- Reviewed On: 3/18/2026
The views were amazing, the condo was very clean and the bunk beds were by far a favorite for the young kiddos! It was perfect for our family. Feedback is every TV remote needs to be replaced or repaired as they were hard use/didn't work at all. Some outlets did not seem to work either. But overall worked very well for our family.- Reviewed On: 3/6/2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad the views, cleanliness, and the bunk beds were perfect for your family. Appreciate the heads-up about the TV remotes and outlets — we’ll have those checked and repaired or replaced. Hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.Real Joy staff
The condo was clean and we were very comfortable. Very much enjoyed our stay. The staff was quickly responsive to our needs.- Reviewed On: 3/3/2026
This company is really easy to work with and quickly responsive. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely book through RealJoy again. Every person I interacted with was courteous and very helpful. Great bunch of folks!- Reviewed On: 2/24/2026
I had a wonderful time with my family there, the beach is amazing, excellent restaurants nearby. The apartment is well maintained and comfortable. Strongly recommend this place.- Reviewed On: 1/3/2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you and your family enjoyed the beach, nearby restaurants, and the comfort of the apartment. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be happy to host you again anytime!Real Joy staff
This 502 vacation home provided a comfortable and stress-free stay. The space was very clean, well organized, and thoughtfully maintained, making it easy to feel at home right away. One of the best features was its close proximity to the beach, allowing for quick and convenient access at any time of day. The location is also ideal, with easy access from the main road and nearby shops and restaurants just minutes away. Everything needed for a relaxing and convenient vacation was within reach. Overall, it is a great choice for anyone seeking a clean, well-located beach rental with excellent accessibility.- Reviewed On: 12/25/2025
Thank you for the kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the cleanliness, convenient location, and easy beach access. It’s great to hear the home helped make your stay relaxing and stress-free. We’d love to welcome you back anytime! Marilou RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
Would definitely stay again. RealJoy was a pleasure to work with!- Reviewed On: 12/14/2025
Thank you, Kim! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and that working with RealJoy was a pleasure. We'd love to host you again. Sunny Regards, Jessica G. RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
Beautiful place to stay. Bright, clean, updated with an amazing view of the ocean! Definitely would stay again.- Reviewed On: 10/11/2025
Thanks for staying with us, Christy! We're glad you enjoyed the bright, clean, updated space and that the ocean view impressed you. We’d love to host you again!Real Joy staff
The condo is beautiful and has such a great view. We watched dolphins every morning having coffee. I do think the condo could have been a little bit more cleaner for the price to pay. I think they do a fast sweep for the next people staying. I did let the property know of issues on both bathroom ceilings and fans. I would stay here again for sure.- Reviewed On: 9/12/2025
Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful condo, the view, and the dolphin sightings each morning. We’re sorry the cleanliness fell short for the price — thank you for reporting the bathroom ceiling and fan issues; maintenance has been notified. We’d love to host you again! Tammy RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
Clean place, with a beautiful view- Reviewed On: 9/6/2025
Hello Jason, Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the cleanliness and the beautiful view during your stay. We hope to host you again soon! Best, RealJoy VacationsReal Joy staff
Exactly as pictured. Beautiful views from large balcony. Very comfortable furniture and bed. Very quiet complex and easy short walk to beach. Pool was perfect size and kept at comfortable temperature. The unit was supplied with everything we needed for our 5 night stay. We loved our stay here and will definitely be back!- Reviewed On: 8/26/2025
Thank you, Barbara! We're pleased to hear the unit and amenities met your needs and that you enjoyed the views, balcony, and pool. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay.Real Joy staff
Great place to spend a nice vacation on the beach. My family and I enjoyed it! A clean and very comfortable place to stay. Check in and check out was easy and convenient. Great communication!- Reviewed On: 7/5/2025
Exactly as described. Great communication. Would stay here again.- Reviewed On: 7/1/2025
Thank you for your review, Kara! We're glad everything was as described and that our communication met your expectations. We look forward to hosting you again!Real Joy staff
Beautiful location and property for our family if 6.- Reviewed On: 6/28/2025
The location and proximity to the beach and restaurants was great. There was a minor maintenance item where a towel bar fell off the wall of one of the bathrooms.- Reviewed On: 6/16/2025
Hi Matthew! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you loved the location and its proximity to the beach and restaurants! Thank you so much for your understanding about the small maintenance issue with the towel bar. We can't wait to host you again in the future!Real Joy staff
We had a great time staying in this beautiful condo. The condo was clean, organized and had all that we needed during our stay. The host was quick to respond to questions and pleasant to communicate with. The view from the balcony is so pretty and peaceful. We enjoyed the beach and the pool each day. We hope to return soon and will recommend this stay to others.- Reviewed On: 6/8/2025
Hello Jessica! Thank you for your fantastic review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay in the beautiful condo and appreciated the cleanliness and organization. It's great to know you found the view from the balcony peaceful and enjoyed the beach and pool each day. We look forward to welcoming you back and appreciate your recommendation!Real Joy staff
We loved this place. It was perfect! I can’t think of anything that I didn’t like. This property was perfect.- Reviewed On: 6/4/2025
Hello Penni! We're so excited to receive your wonderful feedback! It sounds like you had an amazing time at this place, and we’re overjoyed to hear that it was just perfect for you! We’re eagerly looking forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic stay!Real Joy staff
Loved the condo!- Reviewed On: 5/16/2025
I can’t say enough good about this place! Everything was very smooth from booking to check-in but nothing compares to the breath-taking view that awaits you when you walk in of the Gulf. We spent a lot of time on the patio just watching the water. The pool was nice and my daughter’s favorite thing! Thank you for a wonderful vacation with many beautiful family memories.- Reviewed On: 5/3/2025
Thank you for the wonderful review, Lucinda! We're glad to hear that your experience from booking to check-in was smooth and that the breathtaking Gulf view made such a memorable impact. It’s great to know you enjoyed the patio and that your daughter loved the pool. We appreciate you choosing us for your vacation and hope to welcome you and your family back for more beautiful memories in the future!Real Joy staff
We had a wonderful stay at 502 sterling sands it was a BEAUTIFUL condo with an amazing view! My family and I were very pleased. This Condo has literally everything you would need to cook & clean. Plus the heated pool and hot tub was a great hit we all really enjoyed it! We will definitely be back next time we visit!- Reviewed On: 1/4/2025
- Reviewed On: 12/28/2024
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING AND WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK 😊 5 STARS ALL THE WAY🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟- Reviewed On: 12/11/2024
What's not to like.. loved it and will definitely be back LOVED everything 😍❤️- Reviewed On: 12/1/2024
6 stars- Reviewed On: 11/25/2024
Lovely balcony, enjoyed that it didn't have bars and it was all glass. The view was not obstructed. Very quiet, not a ton of people in/out so it was very relaxing. They were super quick to respond to questions about the rental. Hope to stay again soon!- Reviewed On: 11/13/2024
Ths balcony really sold this rental. There are no bars, its glass (or something else clear) and the view is unobstructed. Great central location. Tons to do and eat nearby. Quiet building, not a ton of people, so it was very relaxing. Host was responsive and helpful to questions. It was nice having a washer/dryer but the dryer took 3 cycles to dry, so make sure you don't do laundry the morning you leave like us LOL Air conditioning worked well. WiFi signal was reliable even during storms.- Reviewed On: 11/12/2024
Sherree, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the unobstructed views from the balcony and the convenient central location. We're glad the host was responsive and the amenities, like the washer/dryer, were helpful during your stay. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Wow! Such a great experience! Condo was clean and view was amazing! I will definitely be staying here again!!- Reviewed On: 11/6/2024
There was no Breakfast at this faciliity We LOVED EVERYTHING!!!!- Reviewed On: 10/22/2024
Would absolutely stay again!- Reviewed On: 10/18/2024
Alora, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are glad you enjoyed your vacation and look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
The condo was beautiful! It was clean, well equipped, and well located. There really wasn’t anything wrong with where we stayed.- Reviewed On: 10/10/2024
Our apartment was beautiful & well suited. It had a well equipped kitchen making thing easy.- Reviewed On: 10/6/2024
Y’all made it very easy. Lots of instructions. The room was great. Outstanding location. Perfect beach vacation setup. We had an excellent time. We had a great time so naming things we didn’t like feels weird. If I had to be hypercritical, I think both showers put water onto the bathroom floors. The mattress in the master is somewhat lumpy. Sliding doors are hard to lock. Oh yeah. I left coffee filters for the next folks that come through.- Reviewed On: 8/19/2024
Very nice stay everything was as expected. Real joy had everything taken care of for us. Our stay was relaxing and enjoyable, real joy took care of absolutely everything. All we had to worry about was our own good time.- Reviewed On: 8/4/2024
There was plenty of space, very nice condo, view was perfect and we were able to be front row 4/5 days! I wish it had a little bar/restaurant but food is very close by!- Reviewed On: 7/19/2024
Amazing location! Felt very homey, place was super clean and welcoming. Well equipped with everything needed. Would definitely recommend and re-book!- Reviewed On: 6/29/2024
Jaime, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the location and found the place welcoming and well-equipped. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to your next visit. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
- Reviewed On: 6/27/2024
Clean, spacious, beautiful sea view, great location. I loved everything- Reviewed On: 6/15/2024
Amazing!!!- Reviewed On: 5/17/2024
Misty, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled you had such a wonderful experience with us. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Very updated condo! The master bathroom is gorgeous super clean lots of bath towels. Kids area is nicely decorated. The Kitchen area is super equipped!Lots of great restaurants around the area. Beautiful beach and soft sand- Reviewed On: 5/12/2024
Ashley, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the condo to be well-appointed and the location convenient. We hope you'll join us again soon to experience more of the area's natural beauty and local dining options. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Very clean and well appointed condo. Lots of room. We really enjoyed the balcony, the view and close proximity to the beach.- Reviewed On: 5/3/2024
Pat, Thank you for the glowing review! We're so happy you found the condo clean, spacious, and well-appointed. We hope to welcome you back soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
It was beautiful and clean inside and out! The view was fantastic and the walk to the beach was perfect. The condo is decorated so cute and comfy. Nothing- Reviewed On: 4/30/2024
Great stay- Reviewed On: 10/8/2023
- Reviewed On: 10/2/2023
We absolutely LOVED everything about our stay. So clean and convenient. Will definitely be returning soon- Reviewed On: 9/9/2023
Kelly, we are very happy to know that you absolutely loved everything about your stay in this clean, convenient two-bedroom, two-bath Gulf-front condo. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
The place is perfect for a week at the beach. The view is awesome and the balcony is spacious. The decor was really nicely done and modern. The bottom bunk is very squeaky and not super comfortable and the bathroom door doesn’t lock. Otherwise everything was great! Would definitely return.- Reviewed On: 9/1/2023
Brooke, We're thrilled to hear that you found the place perfect for a beach week and enjoyed the awesome view and spacious balcony. Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we appreciate your suggestions regarding the bunk and bathroom door. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
Lovely condo with a great balcony view! Perfectly equipped with everything needed. Master bathroom has a beautiful shower and a large jacuzzi tub. 2nd bedroom has full size bed as well as cute bunkbeds with a twin on top and full on bottom. Great location, well maintained facilities. Would definitely stay here again and again. Master bed needs a new mattress, badly. A better location for people to smoke is definitely needed.- Reviewed On: 8/27/2023
Beautiful, ocean/beach/view amazing. The beach chair rental was a disappointment as all front chairs were rented by time got there and you cannot use your own umbrella. Also no online rental option to do so in timely manner. Although 1/2 front row beach chairs were not occupied. Bed sheets didn’t fit king bed -uncomfortable beds overall.- Reviewed On: 7/28/2023
My family and I really enjoyed this property. Beautiful view and modern. The only thing I would change is adding more cooking supplies pots and pans Etc. In addition some better dish cleaning supplies. Very minor and would just be a nice to have otherwise great stay and we loved it- Reviewed On: 7/20/2023
The view of the beautiful ocean was amazing! We loved how close we were to entertainment, food, and shopping. It was a great experience and we had a blast!- Reviewed On: 6/25/2023
Heather, we are happy to know that you enjoyed the location and beautiful ocean view of this three-bedroom, two-bath condo. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.Real Joy staff
We loved our stay here and loved how close it was to everything! Beautiful views and loved that the beach was never too packed. Everyone was quick to respond if we had questions! We’re already taking about going back with our kids!- Reviewed On: 5/20/2023
Emily, we appreciate you letting us know that you loved staying in this two-bedroom, two-bath condo, especially because of its location and beautiful views. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.Real Joy staff
The property was wonderful. Clean, great setup, lots of room, great location to restaurants and activities and being a bit cool in April, the heated pool allowed us to enjoy the water when the ocean was too cold to enjoy. My only complaint was with communication, or lack thereof. When we checked in at exactly the allowed time of 4pm, the ac wasn’t working. It took 12+ phone calls and hours to finally get someone to return a call. Things turned around once we finally got to talk to someone. Communication could have been more frequent so we knew what the plan was but ultimately it got fixed 2 days later. Thankfully it wasn’t middle of the summer! Kat with RealJoy was very kind in trying to make things comfortable for us until it was fixed and even brought a small bag of goodies afterwards. Overall, the trip was amazing and we had a fantastic time!- Reviewed On: 4/25/2023
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