Destin, FL SterlingShores 1 BR Local Owners Great Rates

WELCOME TO STERLING SHORES CONDOMINIUM RENTAL in Beautiful Destin, FL
WELCOME TO STERLING SHORES CONDOMINIUM RENTAL in Beautiful Destin, FL
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WELCOME TO STERLING SHORES CONDOMINIUM RENTAL in Beautiful Destin, FL

Destin, FL SterlingShores 1 BR Local Owners Great Rates

About this rental

Condo (Sleeps 4)
840 sq. ft.  ·   1 bedroom   ·  1 bathroom
Destin Condo
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • 840 sq. ft.
19 reviews
  • Sleeps: 4
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Property Type: Condo
  • Minimum Stay: 7 - 60 nights
  • Living Area: 840 sq. ft.

Condominium rental BY OWNER! Gulf of Mexico Ocean View! Occupancy ONE to FOUR persons, including infants and small children. Non-Smoking/No Pets.
FREE DAILY BEACH SERVICE INCLUDED MARCH-NOVEMBER 2024, a $300 value. Two pools, one is a Gulf front pool.

PLEASE COMPARE! Our guest cost is notably less than comparable condominiums in Sterling Shores!

Sterling Shores Condominium is located on 9 acres of land, with 200 feet of private beach on the Gulf of Mexico south of the building, in the heart of Destin, Florida. Beautiful Henderson Beach Florida State Park is just east of our property, and contains one mile of public beach on 200 acres of coastal forest and sand dunes.
Comfortable King bed in our bedroom, queen sofa sleeper in our family room.

We are local owners who personally rent and manage our Sterling Shores Condominium. NO HIDDEN FEES! BEST RENTAL DEAL IN STERLING SHORES! Sorry, but we are able to offer SATURDAY TO SATURDAY RENTAL only. We look forward to excelling in customer service. Your vacation is very important to us. Let us help you make lasting family memories. Your DESTIN, FLORIDA beach getaway. There are only 8 one bedroom vacation rentals in the 160 - unit Resort. SEE OUR ONE BEDROOM STERLING SHORES vacation condominium On YouTube search on the internet: 'Sterling Shores Unit 312'. Our beautiful designer-decorated, one-bedroom, one-bath, NON-SMOKING/NO PETS Sterling Shores condominium home is located in the vacationer's seascape of fabulous, fun Destin, the deep-sea fishing capital of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy beautiful condo living open to the serenity of the sea. We have created your oasis in Paradise for leisurely days packed with as much excitement or relaxation as you choose. The pleasures of a 240-ft. gulf front private beach and club with a refreshing oasis pool right on the sand are steps way. A sparking 4300 s. f. lagoon zero entry pool, endless decks and tropically landscaped gardens, and even a 42-seat surround sound movie theater offer you beach life at its finest. There is also a nicely equipped fitness room. Adjacent to Henderson Beach State Park and one mile of State beach. Walk to the Back Porch, and other restaurants and amusement parks including The Track and Big Kahuna's. Great 18 - hole championship golf courses including Kelly Plantation and Regatta Bay among others here, Gulf fishing, and shopping, including Destin Commons, Baytown Wharf, Grand Boulevard & Silver Sands Outlet, one of the nation's largest designer outlet malls, all are close by. We live in Destin and are glad to help with your vacation questions. We offer an exceptionally clean, personally maintained, and comfortable, smoke-free/pet-free, beach vacation environment. As of 7-1-2019, Sterling Shores is a SMOKE FREE RESORT. This includes the private beach front, the pool areas, and the balconies. In other words, NO smoking/vaping of any kind ANYPLACE! We look forward to your vacation visit. Our rates are all-inclusive.

Unique Benefits

Sterling Shores has an amazing location across from a local favorite restaurant, Back Porch. It is a gated community on nine lushly landscaped acres and has almost 300 feet of private beach access. IN 2024 WE ARE INCLUDING DAILY BEACH SERVICE OF AN UMBRELLA AND 2 CHAIRS, a $250 weekly value. There are two pools, and one is gulf front and is heated seasonally. The other pool is fabulous for children, and our grandchildren just love it! There is a mushroom fountain and a zero entry feature that lets them be as deep in the water as they like--or just a few inches. Perfect for when they were younger! As with most things, LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION is the biggest benefit to Sterling Shores. It is close enough to restaurants to walk, and a few feet from the beach. It is also close enough to walk to The Track and very near Big Kahunas. Grocery stores including Walmart, Winn Dixie, Fresh Market and Publix and Whole Foods are also in the neighborhood. There is not a better location, a nicer pool or a better value than Sterling Shores #312 for singles,couples and small families!

Why Kids Love It

AWESOME POOL with mushroom fountain and zero entry feature. Gorgeous grounds with tropical landscaping. Near Big Kahunas Water Park and The Track. (look for discount tickets on-line) Near bowling, movies, and Gulfarium. BEST OF ALL--they are at THE BEACH! OH! What fun! Kids most of all enjoy making family memories.

Area Information

We are local owners who want to save you money!! Sterling Shores is a 'stay and play' vacation destination. Walk to the Back Porch Restaurant, and Candy Man's for breakfast. Very near recreation destinations of Henderson Beach State Park, Destin's MORGAN SPORTS CENTER, Big Kahuna's and The Track. Great grocery stores and markets with WalMart within one mile and The Fresh Market and Whole Foods (next to Bass Pro) , are wonderful 'foodie' experiences close by as well. Publix is less than two miles. Destin is a shopper's dream with the largest designer outlet mall in the country and dozens of boutiques to suit your individual fashion sense. Fine, award winning dining abounds including many of Florida Trends top picks or well as casual, waterfront restaurants that welcome bathing suits and bare feet. There are even restaurants with playgrounds right on the beach. Natural beauty vistas provided by sugar white beaches, award winning state parks with miles of hiking trails, Florida's highest sand dunes and coastal fresh water lakes and the Gulf of Mexico all are here too.

Attractions Within Walking Distance

The beach. Sunrises and Sunsets, Swim, snorkle, play, sunbathe, fish, walk and run and explore.
Henderson Beach State Park, picnic and swim facilities
The Track. Family fun place.
Two pools --Gulf front pool and large tropically landscaped free-form pool.
Candy Man for breakfast right next door.
Back Porch Restaurant for fresh Gulf seafood just across the brick pavers.

Favorite Places To Eat

The Back Porch, just next door.
Pompano Joe's THE place for seafood gumbo
Dewey Destin's Seafood on Calhoun, views of Crab Island and Destin Pass Gulf to table fresh seafood, like grouper, snapper, swordfish, cobia. We love to go for lunch. Also known for award winning sushi

Merlin's Pizza
Donut Hole and First Watch for breakfast
La Paz for Mexican awesome fish tacos and enchiladas

Vintage at Grand Boulevard for fine dining
Beach Walk Cafe at Henderson Park Inn was named #11 of 25 top romantic restaurants in the country by TripAdvisor for 2019

Inside Scoop

We live in Destin and rent our own condominium home at Sterling Shores. We love our award winning state parks.
BUT...give us a call! We can help you in so many ways with your travel plans. We are tourists everyday!

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Amenities

Beds
  • 1 King Bed
  • 1 Sofa Bed
Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach view
  • Bed linens provided
  • Communal pool
  • Elevator
  • Fitness room
  • Heated pool
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Kid friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Managed by owner
  • No pets allowed
  • Non-smoking
  • Ocean view
  • Outdoor shower
  • Parking available
  • Patio or deck
  • Towels provided
  • Water view
  • WiFi
  • Wireless internet
Appliances
  • Blender
  • Cable / satellite TV
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee maker
  • DVD player
  • Dishes & utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and board
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke alarm
  • Stove
  • Television
  • Toaster
  • Washer & Dryer
Nearby Activities
  • Amusement Park
    (< 1 mile)
  • Aquarium
    (10 miles)
  • Basketball Court
    (< 1 mile)
  • Beach
    (onsite)
  • Bicycling
    (1 mile)
  • Boating
    (5 miles)
  • Bowling
    (4 miles)
  • Canoeing
    (4 miles)
  • Children's Pool
    (onsite)
  • Deep Sea Fishing
    (5 miles)
  • Fishing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Golf
    (1 mile)
  • Grocery Store
    (1 mile)
  • Gym/Fitness Center
    (onsite)
  • Hiking
    (onsite)
  • Jet Skiing
    (4 miles)
  • Kayaking
    (4 miles)
  • Live Entertainment
    (5 miles)
  • Miniature Golf
    (< 1 mile)
  • Movie Theater
    (3 miles)
  • Ocean
    (< 1 mile)
  • Parasailing
    (3 miles)
  • Park
    (1 mile)
  • Playground
    (1 mile)
  • Sailing
    (4 miles)
  • Scuba Diving
    (4 miles)
  • Shopping Area
    (3 miles)
  • Snorkeling
    (3 miles)
  • Surfing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Water Park
    (< 1 mile)
  • Winery
    (20 miles)
  • Zoo
    (20 miles)

Other Vacation Rental Amenities

As we reflect on our small beach town and why we chose to live here in 1996, I realize how much our community has to offer. I think you can find almost all the things on your vacation wish list in our area. The beautiful emerald water and the sugar white sands on our beaches is the obvious first choice of things to do here, but we also have the largest designer outlet mall in the country and fantastic gourmet and family dining. There is a zoo in Gulf Breeze and a wolf preserve in Chipley as well as the E. O. Wilson Biophilia Center in Freeport. We have a water park, miniature golf, movie theaters, bowling and any kind of water sport you can think of. We have award winning state parks with outstanding hiking and beaches and even hiking TO beaches. Chautauqua Winery is in nearby Defuniak Springs. You can take a scuba lesson or learn to surf, paddle board, kayak or take a class in water color painting or yoga. We have even have had whale sightings reported. We are a world class fishing and golfing destination. You can have bicycles delivered right to the front door. Sterling Shores gulfside pool is heated seasonally.

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in 
Rate PeriodNightlyWeekend NightWeeklyMonthlyMin Stay
Oct 26 - Dec 31 2024
$875 7 nights
Jan 01 - Feb 28 2025
$1,250 60 nights
Mar 01 - Mar 31 2025
$1,000 7 nights
Apr 01 - May 09 2025
$1,100 7 nights
May 10 - May 23 2025
$1,400 7 nights

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Fees:

Association Resort Fee: $50

Tax Rate: 13%

Notes:

Weekly Saturday to Saturday Rental. Occupancy up to 4 persons, including children and infants. Nonsmoking/no pets No vaping (Association Rules enforced by 24-hour onsite security).

There are no booking fees or management fees. Your Total Cost is rent and $120 departure cleaning, plus the 13% Florida State and Okaloosa County taxes and a $50 Sterling Shores Condominium Association-mandated resort fee only.

Reservation deposit is by personal check, $1000, paid to Diane Fiore, and mailed to us at 386 Terrapin Trace, Destin, FL 32541. The remaining balance is paid to us after arrival by check or cash. We will email deposit receipt, and email arrival details ahead of your arrival in Destin. Your deposit is NONREFUNDABLE if reservation is cancelled within 30 days of arrival date. Please be sure that your plans are not going to possibly change before making your reservation.

We are Destin residents, original owners of our Sterling Shores Condominium home beginning when the reort was establlllllllished in 2001. We always are delighted to help with your questions about our condominium home and the Destin, Florida beach community we live in. Since 2002, Diane is a Florida-licensed real estate broker, and owner of Island Home Properties Co., a Florida real estate company.

Tax ID:

Florida tax #56-8012511138-5 Okaloosa Co. FL tax#04529

Availability

Last updated on September 18, 2024

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Location

Nearest Airport: Destin/Ft. Walton Beach (VPS) - 10 miles
Nearest Bar: Back Porch Restaurant - 100 feet
Nearest Beach: YOU ARE THERE! - 100 feet
Nearest Golf: Kelly Plantation, Indian Bayou and Regatta Bay - 1 mile
Nearest Theme Park: Big Kahunas Water Park and The Track - 1 mile
Nearest Restaurant: Back Porch - 100 feet

Hosted by Bob and Diane Fiore

Bob and Diane Fiore

Member since 2018

Year purchased: 2001

About the host: WE LOVE DESTIN! We live in Destin and are business owners here. We personally manage and maintain our Sterling Shores Gulf of Mexico ocean view vacation condominium home, and will meet you during your visit. We enjoy sharing our bit of paradise with our guests from a locals point of view. Our goal is to help make this your favorite beach vacation ever with special tips on fishing, golf, restaurants, shopping, hiking, and adventures of all kinds. Family memories are what brought us here to live permanently in 1995, and we want your family memories to bring you back again and again!

Why this property? We are very proud of the like-new condition in which we keep our Gulf of Mexico ocean view condominium. WE ARE NOT A MANAGEMENT COMPANY; we are the original owners and live in Destin. Great location near The Track and Big Kahunas. Restaurants close enough to walk. Back Porch is a favorite of our family and is across the street with a great Gulf front view. Sterling Shores has two pools--one is gulf front and the other is a free form fabulous fun for everyone masterpiece. We hope you will visit

Guestbook comments from the host:

I cannot say enough great things about this condo and our stay!! The location is great, the accommodations are exactly what you need for a wonderful vacation. The bed is so comfortable (not all rentals have good beds). The complex grounds are beautiful and meticulously maintained. The walk to the beach is easy, the heated pool is delightful, and views of the gulf are wonderful. This was our second stay at Sterling Shores and will definitely return. Thank you, Bob & Diane for being such wonderful hosts!!
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Apr 2024

We so enjoyed staying at your condo for our beach vacation! We had everything we needed for our stay and the condo was so clean upon our arrival. Having "The Back Porch Restaurant" at our back door was fabulous and Henderson State Park was a dream find for non-crowded beaches. Thank you so much for the delicious key lime pie, what a treat! Hopefully, we will get to stay again soon!


Aug 2022

Thank you for allowing us the use of your condo. It was perfect for the two of us. We had a wonderful stay in Destin. The weather was perfect, the beach was so close and beautiful. We especially loved checking our the cutest beach towns and restaurants of 30A. It was a great Mother-Daughter trip!


Jul 2022

Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to stay in your condo. It was beautiful and so comfortable.
Thank you again for everything, especially the key lime pie!!


Jul 2022

What a great condo. So clean and well maintained. We had a fabulous week. Thanks for allowing us to rent this week. The key lime pie was very good. We will be back.


Jun 2022

Thank you for allowing us to vacation at your condom #312. It has been a much needed vacation as we await the birth of my daughter and son in law's next son. This mother daughter w/grandson was such a nice get away. Weather was perfect and the condo is lovely. So impressed with the cleanliness and accommodations. The key lime pie was a nice treat and my favorite.
We hope to rent from you next time we plan a Destin trip.


Jun 2022

: Sterling Shores #312 was a great place to stay. It was close to everything we needed and wanted to do. This was a last minute Spring Break vacation and The Fiores' worked with us on our dates. The condo was beautiful and was plenty big enough for us. The weather was great the days spent here and the water was gorgeous. We will definitely look into staying here again. (And the Key Lime Pie was great too) Thank you both again for working with me to help me make many great memories with my girls.


Mar 2019

We really enjoyed our week at Sterling Shores unit 312. The owners were very friendly, knowledgeable, and their gift of a key lime pie was the topper. The unit had everything we needed. The bedroom was a little small, but the large bathroom and living area made up for it. It was a short walk through a courtyard to the private beach where we enjoyed many hours. The Fiores gave us many suggestions for hiking and for dining which we were able to enjoy. Overall this was a very nice place and we hope to be back someday.


Oct 2018

Bob and Jane Ohio

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  • WELCOME TO STERLING SHORES CONDOMINIUM RENTAL in Beautiful Destin, FL
    WELCOME TO STERLING SHORES CONDOMINIUM RENTAL in Beautiful Destin, FL
  • Destin, FL SterlingShores 1 BR Local Owners Great Rates #1
  • Gulf view from your balcony. Blue umbrellas at gulffront pool
    Gulf view from your balcony. Blue umbrellas at gulffront pool
  • Gulf and pool view from balcony
    Gulf and pool view from balcony
  • Sofa sleeper and lots of comfortable seating
    Sofa sleeper and lots of comfortable seating
  • Vacation friendly tile
    Vacation friendly tile
  • Enojoy your view!
    Enojoy your view!
  • Open floor plan is light and airy
    Open floor plan is light and airy
  • Fully equipped kitchen with fridge w/icemaker, dishwasher, and smooth cook top
    Fully equipped kitchen with fridge w/icemaker, dishwasher, and smooth cook top
  • Dishwasher and smooth cook top. Fully equipped kitchen.
    Dishwasher and smooth cook top. Fully equipped kitchen.
  • Full size heavy duty washer dryer
    Full size heavy duty washer dryer
  • Breakfast bar makes meals easy
    Breakfast bar makes meals easy
  • Great cook's kitchen with everything furnished
    Great cook's kitchen with everything furnished
  • Destin, FL SterlingShores 1 BR Local Owners Great Rates #14
  • Bright and fun beach decor
    Bright and fun beach decor
  • Wood look tile and high end king bed
    Wood look tile and high end king bed
  • High end king size mattress
    High end king size mattress
  • TV in bedroom and custom made black out curtains. Sleep well!
    TV in bedroom and custom made black out curtains. Sleep well!
  • Large bath has a jetted tub.
    Large bath has a jetted tub.
  • WELCOME to the Beach and Sterling Shores #312
    WELCOME to the Beach and Sterling Shores #312
  • Wonderful free form pool with mushroom fountain and zero entry feature
    Wonderful free form pool with mushroom fountain and zero entry feature
  • Sterling Shores pool
    Sterling Shores pool
  • Enjoy your cook out!
    Enjoy your cook out!
  • Second gulf front pool is seasonally heated
    Second gulf front pool is seasonally heated
  • GULF SIDE POOL SEASONALLY HEATED
    GULF SIDE POOL SEASONALLY HEATED
  • GULF SIDE POOL NEXT TO BACK PORCH RESTAURANT
    GULF SIDE POOL NEXT TO BACK PORCH RESTAURANT
  • GULF SIDE POOL WITH GULF VIEWING PATIO
    GULF SIDE POOL WITH GULF VIEWING PATIO
  • FREE Daily beach service.
    FREE Daily beach service.
  • LET'S GO TO THE BEACH!
    LET'S GO TO THE BEACH!
  • Cruising into Destin Harbor
    Cruising into Destin Harbor
  • The jetties at East Pass--a family favorite
    The jetties at East Pass--a family favorite
  • Watching the sun go down
    Watching the sun go down

Reviews

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Wonderful Hosts

We have visited the Destin area over the last 20 years and Diane and Bob were the most personable hosts we have rented from in the area. The condo is beautiful, convenient beach access and you MUST eat at the Back Porch Restaurant that is a few steps out of the community gate. Thank you for the recommendation Diane, we loved it! We will forever crave Florida Orange Cake and Grilled Gulf Shrimp! We hope to be back soon!

Stayed: Submitted: October 18, 2024

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Absolutely the best place to stay!

We have been visiting Destin for many years. We started staying at Sterling Shores with our Family when our granddaughter was only 2 years old and she will turn 22 in November. We have stayed at other places but continue to return to Sterling Shores. We are so fortunate to have found Robert and Diane. This was our second time to have had the opportunity to stay in their condo. You could not ask for more accommodating people as these two individuals are. They go way above and beyond in taking care of their guest. If you are looking for a stress free, relaxing vacation, this is the place and they are the people to make sure this is exactly what you get. We have actually already started planning our next visit!

Stayed: Submitted: September 27, 2024

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Fantastic Stay Despite Poor Weather

We rented the Condo at Sterling Shores and were not disappointed, in fact we loved it. The condo was clean, we had a great pool just below our patio, and the access to the Gulf was easy. Bob and Diane Fiore were great hosts providing us with valuable local tips. They also rented two beach chairs and an umbrella for their guest to use at the beach. One of our favorite restaurants, The Back Porch, was within easy walking distance. The location was superb and the only drawback was the week of rainy weather. We would highly recommend this condo and would stay there again.

Stayed: Submitted: September 18, 2024

Owner response

Thank you so much for letting us know you were happy with your stay at Sterling Shores. Bob enjoyed meeting Lon, and we both hope to welcome you back. You were delightful guests!

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Great accommodations

We had a wonderful 2 weeks in Destin at Bob and Diane’s Sterling Shores condo 312. The Grounds and the view were amazing. Short 2/3 minute walk to the ocean side pool and beach. Great to have the Back Porch restaurant right next to the pool. Condo was equipped with everything that you need. The King size bed was very comfortable. Bob and Diane were easy to work with. We would highly recommend and will definitely book again.

Stayed: Submitted: May 22, 2024

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Sterling Shores Condominium #312

This is a beautiful, secure safe, place to stay. The owners are a very nice couple who live nearby for extra help, if needed. This beautiful place is located straight across Restaurant Row, by the Back Porch Restaurant. You can see the ocean from your kitchen and living room windows. You are 5 minutes from a Walmart, Chikfala and a Longhorn Restaurant at 10 minutes by car. There are two gated pools, lovely landscape, a gated entrance to the beach, as well as a gated parking area. We stay here every spring. We love it

Stayed: Submitted: April 30, 2024

Owner response

Thank you for remembering us when you think of sand between your toes! We always feel like we are welcoming old and dear friends when you stay with us at Sterling Shores 312. Your comments are so valued. Thank you. We will always leave the light on for you! Diane and Bob

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Best place to stay in Destin for a couple or couple with two small children.

This condo is beautiful outside, the scenery is very inviting. It is located in a perfect location, right behind the beach. It is just across the street from the famous Back Porch Restaurant with great fresh seafood. There is a Walmart located just 5 minutes down highway 98.Inside you have a spacious living room and kitchen, with cable television. The kitchen is well equipped with dishes, pots and pans, stove, microwave and coffee maker. You have a nice large bathroom, with a tub and shower. Then there is a nice bedroom with a king size bed, dressers, closets with hangers and a ceiling fan for added comfort.Your car is secure in a code security fence, and a coded entry to the two beautiful pools. Your are close to many fine restaurants down highway 98.My husband and I have been staying here every year for seven years, since we got married and we love it!The owners live close by in case you need them, and they are very kind and helpful!We recommend this beautiful, quiet place. It is very special, with a balcony and furniture to enjoy the scenery, plus outdoor grills on sight.

Stayed: Submitted: May 19, 2022

Owner response

Thank you, Brenda and Jerry. We are glad you enjoyed your beach vacation at our Sterling Shores Condominium home again this Spring, and we look forward to your return visits.Our kindest Destin regards,Diane And Bob Fiore

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Very nice condo in a great location

I've always preferred dealing with owners, rather than a rental agency, and Bob and Diane were very pleasant to work with. When we arrived, we found the condo very clean and comfortable. The beach is just a few steps away, and there are two pools to choose from. There are great restaurants, go cart tracks, putt putt golf, and shopping close by. We enjoyed checking out Harborwalk Village, and took a sunrise dolphin cruise on one of the Sea Blasters that was alot of fun. We had a wonderful time in Destin!!

Stayed: Submitted: May 01, 2022

Owner response

Thank you Wendy! We enjoyed having you as our guests at Sterling Shores #312! It was fun hearing about your adventures. We are delighted you explored so many things Destin has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you again. Our very warmest wishes, Diane and Bob Fiore (Owners and locals)

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One of our favorite vacation destinations!

Bob & Diane are great to rent from. We have rented from them several times and it gives us such peace of mind knowing that when we arrive it will be at a condo that meets all of our needs and whose owners are local and genuinely care about you. The condo is centrally located, has an amazing view of the gulf, a great pool, and is just steps from the beach! We had a great and relaxing week - thanks Bob & Diane!

Stayed: Submitted: September 05, 2021

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Thank you for remembering us and for your kind words. It is always with great pleasure that we welcome you to Sterling Shores 312. You always brighten our days with your visit to the beach. We hope to welcome you again and again. With our warmest personal regards, Diane and Bob

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Our Happy Place

This was our 2nd year staying at Bob and Diane’s beautiful beachfront condo! Once again we were welcomed with a treat, delicious Key Lime Pie!!! The views are so beautiful of the pools and ocean. My children absolutely LOVE the zero entry kiddie pool with the fountain. The ocean is a short walk away! Out favorite restaurant, The Backporch is also a short walk from the condo. We look forward to our yearly stay here. VERY clean, they are so meticulous with how nice they keep their condo! Very friendly and great hospitality can’t say enough good things about Bob and Diane, their condo, and Destin! All in all, absolutely spectacular!

Stayed: Submitted: September 03, 2021

Owner response

Thank you, Leslie. We love having you and your sweet family. You always light up our day! Thank you for your kind words regarding your Sterling Shores 312 vacation. We look forward to seeing you next time your heart calls you to the beach! Our warmest personal regards, Diane and Bob

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Fantastic Condo for Family Vacation Destin, FL

Diane and Bob were wonderful host! This was our first time to Florida and I can say Sterling Shores did not disappoint!!! Condo was very cozy, clean and was perfect for our family of 4. Loved all of the amenities inside the condo and on the condo complex. We felt like we were in a resort… beautiful pools, easy access to private beach with options to purchase chairs and umbrella, restaurant near by. We would highly recommend Diane and Bob and will definitely re-book our next time here. Thank you!!!

Stayed: Submitted: July 27, 2021

Owner response

Thank you so much for staying with us. It was a privilege to host your family vacation. We are delighted you enjoyed your time in Destin and at Sterling Shores 312. We look forward to welcoming you again!

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Best vacay ever!!! Never want to leave!!

Bob and Diane were so helpful in choosing this condo. They were so responsive in all my tons of emails and questions. It’s hard to find such genuine people like these two. Great condo and great location. We will surely be staying here again next week.

Stayed: Submitted: July 23, 2021

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Thank you, Marjorie! We are so delighted you and your family made great memories at Sterling Shores #312. We hope to welcome you again! Our warmest Destin wishes always and all ways!!

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Wow, 50 yards to the ocean, awesome

Wow, our first trip to Destin, FL and Sterling Shores #312, what an awesome experience from beginning to end, Diane and Bob Fiore made things so easy from the time we inquired about staying at their condo to actually making the reservation. What a beautiful place, 50 yard dash to the ocean and the sound of ocean waves while eating on the condo deck. Beautiful views and a book with all the local best spots and key lime pie in the refrigerator. We enjoyed a hike at Henderson Beach and a beautiful patio dinner at Harbor Docks. We will be back snd we are so happy to have such wonderful 40th anniversary memories, can’t wait to come back.

Stayed: Submitted: May 31, 2021

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Thank you for your visit to our Northwest Florida coastal community, Kelly and Sue. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and look forward to hosting your return to the beach at Sterling Shores. Have a wonderful summer.Kindest Destin regards, The Fiore'[s

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Destin Dream Stay

Just returned home from a week Stay in Sherling Shore's 312 unit. From the moment We walked in the door , We were in Love with the View from the Condo ! Just what I dreamed of! Paradise! Gorgeous Palms, Pool and Ocean view of the Emerald Sea! The place was immaculate and oder free!! Just like We love it! Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The mattress on the King bed was dreamy! Like sleeping on a Cloud! The kitchen had everything We needed. Bob and Diane were the Perfect Host and Quickly responded to any questions We had . We were delighted with the Delicious Surprise left in Our Fridge of Key Lime Pie!! We loved being Spoiled!! Just can't say enough about what a delightful experience it was to stay there ! On Checkout Day we awoke to Tornado Warning's!! We had packed the car the night before. We had hoped to leave early. The Weather Channel showed the Storm system was traveling Our Whole route home. I messaged Bob and let Him know we were waiting for a break in weather to leave and the storm system was following our Route home. He responded swiftly and urged Us to stay the night as They had nobody booked for the night. He didn't want Us to take a chance and be in harm's way. We were so touched by such Generous Kindness!!! How relieved We were to be able to stay and not risk the drive home. We can't Thank Bob and Diane enough for blessing Us like this. If I could give more than 5 Stars I would!!! Loved Our stay there!!

Stayed: Submitted: April 13, 2021

Owner response

Thank you so very much for your extremely kind words regarding your Sterling Shores vacation. We feel as though you came as rental guests and left as friends. We hope to see you for years to come. It will always be our pleasure to host your beach getaways. None of us get enough vacation time, and we take yours very seriously. We want you to have the very best experience possible, and we are excited to know that you enjoyed every minute of your time in Sterling Shores #312!

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December in Destin

Very nice and clean condo in Destin. The condo has everything you need for a relaxing stay in the Sunshine State. King size bed was very comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed beautiful Gulf views from the balcony and easy five minute walk to the beach. Bob and Diane were very attentive and thoughtful. They even had a small Christmas tree waiting for us along with a special dessert for us to enjoy! We would definitely recommend staying here and would stay again!

Stayed: Submitted: January 10, 2021

Owner response

Thank you for celebrating the holiday season with us at Sterling Shores 312. It was our pleasure to have you. Thank you, too, for your kind review. We hope to welcome you again!! Warmest wishes for a great 2021, Diane and Bob Fiore Destin, FL.

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Cannot think about a better choice for a beach condo!

This charming condo was perfect in every way for our family of 4 (we have 2 kids: a toddler and a baby). Really appreciated Diane and Bob for making the check-in process seamless. The condo's very clean and cozy, well organized, with a king-size bedroom, great kitchen, large dining room. And what a great ocean view from the balcony!Sterling Shores is in the perfect location, steps away from the beach (with private access to the beach), , has a lot of great amenities like 2 nice pools, outdoor grills, etc, great food restaurants, right across the street. We had warm weather, a very clean ocean, and white sand beaches, what you would want more for a great summer vacation? Thanks a lot, and we hope to visit you again soon!

Stayed: Submitted: September 18, 2020

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Thank you for visiting with us, Aliona and Constantin, and for bringing your beautiful family to Sterling Shores 312. It was our pleasure to welcome you. Thank you, too, for your lovely review of our condominium home. We look forward to welcoming you again next year! Our warmest personal regards, Diane and Bob Destin, FL.

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Wonderful

This place was perfect. It was just my husband and I. We were celebrating his 65th Birthday. The condo was great. Loved the beach decor and the view was great. Very clean and sanitized. The owners Diane and Robert were wonderful. They even left us a fresh Key Lime Pie in the fridge. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed: Submitted: July 05, 2020

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Thank you so much, Rebecca, for your kind words and for celebrating your husband's birthday with us. It was such a pleasure having you. We hope you will be celebrating many more special events with us at Sterling Shores. Everyday is special at the beach, so come often!! We look forward to welcoming you. Our warmest Destin regards, Diane and Bob Fiore

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Absolute Paradise!!!!

Let me just start with saying how pleasant Diane was when we first spoke. She is an absolute sweetheart. Took my children who are 2 and 4 on vacation to Destin and couldn’t have stayed at a nicer place. Bob greeted us at the condo when we arrived had some juice and bread for us. The condo was gorgeous, so clean! The view was magnificent. Overlooked the kiddie pool and could see and hear the ocean. We walked to the back porch restaurant a few times omgoodness the food was ahhhmazing!!!! So we’re the key lime freezes! I was worried at 1st about how long of a walk to the beach but the kids and I walked to the beach at least 3 times a day. The pool was everything being zero entry. My children LOVED it! I can’t wait to go back and make more beautiful memories with my Family at Sterling Shores #312

Stayed: Submitted: June 13, 2020

Owner response

What a beautiful review. Bob and I thank you most sincerely for taking your time to let others know you enjoyed your vacation at Sterling Shores. We enjoyed the beautiful photos of you and your children while you were here, too. Precious times for a precious family. Thank you for including us to receive them; we felt like we were part of your fun times, and you definitely feel like you are part of our family. We look forward to welcoming you again and again. Diane and Bob Sterling Shores #312

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Great place to stay!

Our stay in Destin, Florida at Diane and Bob’s condo at Sterling Shores Condominium, 1751 Scenic Hwy 98, unit 312, has been wonderful. From the moment we first emailed them, to the moment we arrived, we felt very comfortable. This was our first experience at booking online. Diane and Bob are always available if we have any questions, and answer all our inquiries in a speedy manner. Once we arrived at the condo it was exactly as portrayed in the pictures that were posted. It is spacious, very clean and bright. The condo is fully equipped. The view from the balcony is breathtaking. One of the two pools is close to the beach, is heated to near hot tub temperature, so be assured that you will appreciate your time outdoors to the sound of the waves.As extra touches, Diane and Bob had fresh orange juice and a delicious key lime pie waiting for us in the fridge. They put fresh cut flowers that came from their garden in a vase on the table. They also created and provided us with a things to see, do, and places to eat guide. We actually find the information to be very useful.If you are looking for a great place to stay, look no further and contact Diane and Bob!

Stayed: Submitted: March 08, 2020

Owner response

Thank you Celine and Josh. We are delighted you are enjoying your March get away at Sterling Shores #312. Bob and I had a great time meeting you. We hope you will come again and often. There are always great adventures to be had in Destin no matter what time of year you visit, and your smiles and fabulous attitudes for exploring means you will always make memories to last a life time. We hope to welcome you again and again.

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Sterling Shores vacation

We spent three weeks in December of 2018 at the Sterling Shores condominium. Diane and Bob were wonderful. They went above and beyond in making sure we had everything we needed. The view from the balcony was gorgeous. We were able to walk to a wonderful seafood restaurant just across the street for several of our dinners. Great seafood everywhere. Much to see in Destin and Seaside. We enjoyed several sunsets on the beach with a glass of good wine. Our stay was wonderful. We would recommend the Sterling Shores for a great experience.

Stayed: Submitted: February 07, 2019

Owner response

We are glad your visit to our Sterling Shores Condominium home was enjoyable. Our beautiful Destin-area community offers a wonderful variety of memorable experiences in all the seasons of the year, including winter. We hope to see you in the spring, summer or fall.

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