Entire home

PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach

Photo gallery for PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach

Sterling Stay - beautiful 5-bedroom beach house - just steps to the beach!
Beautiful, private pool with plenty of lounging & dining spaces - gas grill.
Covered area leads to separate Cabana Blue Guest House.
Gorgeous white sand beaches - access is just 5 houses from this home!
Beautiful, modern furnishings welcome you to living area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Emerald Coast Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1 The Mondrian King Suite

1 King Bed

2 The Safari King Suite

1 King Bed

3 The Espresso King Suite

1 King Bed

4 Rack'em Stack'em Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 The Cabana Blue Queen Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1 Ensuite to Mondrian Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

2 Ensuite to Safari Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

3 Ensuite to Espresso Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

5 Ensuite to Cabana Blue Suite

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

5 Hallway Bath on 2nd floor - Adjacent to Bunk Room

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

6 Half Bath on 1st Floor - Main House

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach

Welcome to Sterling Stay!

An ideal home for 2-3 families with children- we sleep up to 14 people.

Prepare for a one-of-a-kind vacation in this beautiful, modern beach home just steps from the beach! The home is decorated with original artwork, upscale decor and furnishings that create a welcoming retreat for your family and friends. Sterling Stay is in the heart of Crystal Beach, a quiet, walkable neighborhood with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and activities in Destin

Beautiful 12' x 24' private pool and outdoor dining area, large gas grill
Dining table seats 10, more seating at kitchen bar
Close to beach (just down the street!)
Pet Friendly
Separate cabana house near pool
3rd Floor "Tiki Tower" - with amazing panoramic views


5 Bedrooms & 5 1/2 Bathrooms
3 KING Bedrooms with private ensuites (1 on 1st floor; 2 on 2nd floor)
1 QUEEN Bedroom with private ensuite (in cabana house)
Bunk Room with 2 sets of TWIN Bunks (2nd floor)
Sleeper sofas in living room and in cabana house

Additional amenities include:
Free Wi-Fi
Smart/Roku TVs in all bedrooms and living room
Fluffy bath towels and a hair dryer in each bathroom
High chair and pack-n-play
Washer & dryer, Iron and ironing board
Cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap

FIRST FLOOR
When you step inside from the covered front porch, you’ll find a large open living area with stunning modern decor featuring a queen sleeper sectional and leather accent chairs. You’ll appreciate the extra-large Smart TV and DVD player and stereo system in this space, so you can stream your favorite TV shows, movies, and music. The large dining table seats up to 10, with space for 4 more at the kitchen counter.

The spacious, open kitchen is well-equipped, making it easy to prepare your favorite vacation meals. An island, separate pantry and lots of counter space offer plenty of room for multiple cooks. You’ll find all the dishes, pans, and utensils you may need, a Keurig K-Cup coffee maker, and a regular drip coffee maker. We want you to feel at home, and the large, open layout is a perfect gathering spot for your family or friends.

KING BEDROOM SUITE #1 - with Ensuite Bathroom -1st Floor
The Mondrian Suite on the 1st floor features a KING BED and private access to the front porch. You’ll also appreciate the convenience of the attached private bathroom. This suite has a large smart TV so guests can stream their favorite movies or shows. The well-appointed ensuite features a single sink with storage beneath, a commode and a tub/shower combination.

Half Bath - 1st Floor
This half bath is convenient for everyone on the 1st floor.

SECOND FLOOR

KING BEDROOM SUITE #2 – with Ensuite Bathroom - 2nd Floor
The Safari Suite is a huge bedroom featuring a KING BED, full-size dresser, two nightstands with lamps, and a large closet. As the largest bedroom in the home, this is a welcoming retreat, with private access to the balcony and a smart TV/DVD. The super spacious private ensuite bathroom features an extra-large vanity with double sinks and drawers, commode, a large soaker tub, and separate walk-in shower.

KING BEDROOM SUITE #3 - with Ensuite Bathroom - 2nd Floor
The Espresso Suite features a KING BED, two large bedside tables with lamps, a dresser, and a closet. From this room, you can step out to the second-floor balcony to enjoy your morning coffee or relax after a day at the beach. This suite has a large smart TV so guests can stream their favorite movies or shows. The well-appointed private ensuite features a single sink with storage beneath, a commode and a tub/shower combination.

Bedroom #5 - DOUBLE BUNK ROOM - 2nd Floor
The Rack’m Stack’m Suite is a favorite spot for children. With two sets of twin bunks, up to four children (or two adults) can rest comfortably or just hang out in this space which includes a TV/DVD. The dedicated full bathroom is adjacent to this room offering bunk room guests a single sink with storage beneath, a commode and a walk-in shower.
-------------------------
THIRD FLOOR “TIKI TOWER”

This is a favorite spot to take in the panoramic views of the Crystal Beach area. This 3rd-floor space is surrounded by windows and you can step out onto separate balconies with seating on the east and west sides -- take your pick of which view to enjoy - sunrise or sunset! Inside, there’s a bistro table and chairs -- perfect for a game of cards or perhaps a quiet cup of coffee in the morning.

The home is also equipped with Guardian in-duct air purifiers.

CABANA BLUE-GUEST HOUSE

Bedroom #5 QUEEN BEDROOM SUITE
The Cabana Blue Suite features a QUEEN BED, flat screen TV/DVD, and a walk-in closet. The ensuite features a sink, commode and tub/shower combination.

The adjacent Cabana Lounge offers a queen sleeper sofa, TV and fully equipped kitchenette: microwave, coffee maker, sink, mini-fridge, dishes, and dining table for 2-4. Best of all, you can walk directly out to the pool from the bedroom or the lounge.

PRIVATE POOL & OUTDOOR AREA
The outdoor space of this home is simply amazing! The 12’ x 24’ private pool is surrounded by three levels of beautiful decks and pergola. With ample seating (lounge chairs and dining) throughout the space, your entire group can enjoy the sun or the shade. There’s a large gas grill for you to prepare your favorite meals and plenty of tables and seating for poolside dining. And for your children’s safety, there are alarms on the doors leading to the pool from the main house and the cabana house. Pool heat is available for an additional fee. There’s also a Bluetooth connection to the poolside speakers in the living room.

PET FRIENDLY
We are pet friendly and welcome your dogs in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner. Only dogs allowed (no other pets.) Please include the breed/size/age of your dogs in your inquiry for pre-approval.

PERFECT BEACH LOCATION
Crystal beach is mostly residential, which contributes to the quietness of the neighborhood. Only a few steps away is the Shirah Street beach access, and the much larger ‘Shore at Crystal Beach Park’ with a pavilion and bathrooms is only 2 half-blocks down from there at Hutchinson Street where you'll also find Camille's coffee shop and restaurant. We provide a cart with beach chairs and umbrella, so you can roll your gear to the beach with ease.

Restaurants, activities, and entertainment are also close-by. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half-mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Whole Foods Market, Panera Bread, Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go para-sailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”!

OFF-STREET PARKING
There’s a sizeable driveway in front of the home which accommodates 3-5 cars (depending on size). There is no on-street parking in Destin.

HOUSE POLICY
We take great pride and care of this home. It will be clean and ready for you when you arrive. We’re local - we’ll stop by to say “hi”, and we’re available should you need anything during your stay. We rent to responsible families and professionals who are a minimum of 25 years of age and who will respect and care for this home as if it were their own. This property is not equipped to accommodate high school or college groups, wedding or receptions.

NOTE: While this home sleeps 14, the posted rent is based on 10 guests;
Any groups with 11-14 guests may be subject to extra guest charges.

Book with Confidence!
We know how difficult it is to find a vacation rental to suit your family’s needs, schedules and budget. We’re happy to assist you with the process of finding and booking the right place to stay for your vacation. We don’t leave you hanging and do our best to get back to all email inquiries within an hour. If this property is booked, please ask about our other properties in the Destin area.

_________________________
NOTE: Monthly rates during November through February are based on two-person occupancy without the use of the carriage house. If you have more than two people staying at the property, you may be subject to additional charges after you have booked the reservation online.

Property manager

*Sugar Palm Rentals*
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Max Occ. includes ages 0-2; ages 16+ are adults.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only! Extra Pet fees and pre-approval
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed.
A valid photo ID is required to confirm your booking. Be sure to read All Rental Rules and Maximum Occupancy rules.
While maximum occupancy is 14, that's only if you have a mix of adults and children (includes age 0-2.) We only allow maximum of 12 adults (age 16+.)
Strictly Enforced--we cannot rent to vacationing students or single groups under 25 years of age. No bachelor and bachelorette groups.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Destin Commons - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE POOL! 5 BR/5.5 Bath Luxury~ Private Pool~ Guest House ~Steps to Beach located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Fantastic property!

This home and Sugar Palm Rentals are fantastic. The home had everything we needed and more. The backyard pool is a great place to spend the day. Wonderful location with the beach just steps away. Minor issues were dealt with immediately by the property managers. We will be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

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

Pre-winter get away

Close to beach, extremely roomy for 13 people. 5 grandchildren, ages 1-7, had an absolute blast in the pool and beach. Spent evening’s catching ghost crab. Many memories made!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monty T.

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

Troutt family

Everything went smoothly and it was all very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nura K.

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

Thank you!

We enjoyed the time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellee S., Metairie, louisiana

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

Wonderful stay

This was a glorious place. So comfortable and clean. Had all the amenities. Fresh sheets, great beds, great seating inside and out. A/C was rockin! Will stay again. Beach is steps away. Please indulge in this elegant vacation spot. Sleeps bunches!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Crystal Palace awesome

Location was great had everything that we needed would stay there again. The only suggestion that I have would be the downstairs bed needs a new mattress.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Best Family vacation

Spacious home for beach lovers. 4 minute walk. Beautifully furnished contemporary decor. Private bathroom for every bedroom. Pool and patio space for outside dining. Exceptionally well furnished kitchen. A true gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

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

Will stay again!

Loved the location and the house fit our needs well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Mother's Day Trip

Great property in a great neighborhood. The house was perfect. Shops were in walking distance although we rented a 6-passenger golf cart. The property manager was very accessible when we had a question. We definitely would recommend this to any guest who is looking for a great trip to Destin Florida.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Perfect!

Very nice house! So clean and everything was perfect. Made it easy to create great memories! Perfect location as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

7 day vacation for the family

House was great, awesome location...everything you need to cook...we had a great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly K.

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

The home was very well stocked with cooking utensils and appliances. Plenty of towels.

Very good experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Nice property

Property was nice, needs a few upgrades with furniture. Everything was clean and had anything you could possibly need for cooking. Pool area was very nice. Having beach chairs were a plus also. Overall, it was a great place and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica B.

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

perfection!

The house, the location, the pool, the beach.... you name it, it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

Family Vacation

Very clean and close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chastity A.

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

Steps to the beach

Excellent home for large family. Steps to the beach. Great neighborhood. Should have came with a golf cart for this price and it would have been perfect. I hope they add this feature!!!! We love this house and you will too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Wonderful Stay

Evacuated from New Orleans to this perfect property. Everything was as advertised. Great location. Excellent host. We will be back. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kristi P.

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

Sterling Stay

Overall, my family enjoyed our vacation at Sterling Stay. There was plenty of room, location was good & the kitchen was equipped with plenty of kitchenware. I would suggest adding extra bath towels & washcloths to avoid doing laundry every other day. A couple of the king size mattresses we thought were hard but I guess that is personal preference. Overall, we had a really good vacation at Sterling Stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

shawn w.

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

Great location

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Summer 2021

We had a good experience with the rental company, Sugar Palm. Very responsive. Ice maker did not work the entire stay. There were no extra bath or kitchen towels. Property is in a nice neighborhood but it was sold with “private beach access.” However that only included one small public access and the beachfront properties had the entire area roped off
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

malissa t.

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

2021 spring Vacation

Great property. Easy check in
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

tara p.

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

Just a few issues

Drain in the guest house in the shower was a little slow to drain out. Dryer stopped working towards middle of week.

10/10 Excellent

Joeneal D.

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

We will be back to Sterling Stay sooner than later.

We loved the location. We were steps away from the beach. It was no need for a golf cart to go to the beach. The private pool was much needed because we had some rainy days but when it wasn’t raining we were able to get at least 3 hours each day in the pool. The house had everything we needed to prepare whatever meal or snack we had in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo E., Crown Point

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

perfect location close to the beach, grocery, restaurant, outlet mall,

very nice house, location and response time with owner/property manager
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sankar N.

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

Wonderful stay

Excellent location, Just 2-3 minute walk to the beach. Very well maintained house with all the amenities and heated pool that kids loved. Would stay again in future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by *Sugar Palm Rentals*

Host profile image

Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is a local Destin company providing a unique class of homes, condos and services for our guests and property owners. We call it Professional Rental By Owner – which combines the benefits of professional property management service with the personal, service-oriented touch of Rental By Owner. We manage a very select group of vacation rental homes and condos in Destin, Crystal Beach, Miramar Beach, Jade East, Maravilla, Coral Reef Club, Emerald Dunes, Emerald Towers, and Windancer. With an experienced team of guest services, marketing, housekeeping and maintenance experts , we make sure our guests have the best experience possible. We’ll greet you when you arrive and we’ll be here if you need anything during your stay.

Why they chose this property


Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals, Destin Florida
Come and stay with us and we assure you’ll be happy! Our homes are equipped with most everything you’ll need during your stay! Our housekeepers do not dash in and out of the property in 15 minutes and call it clean. They take hours to clean and we ensure it’ll be really clean! Furthermore, we take special care to make sure everything is in maintained and in perfect condition upon your arrival. While it may not be your deciding factor when you are choosing places to rent, you will appreciate it once you get here. We Promise!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests