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Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly

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Middle Unit
Aqua Essence 2 - Center Unit (palm trees have been removed)
Deck
View of Gulf
Looking out at the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bay-side Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Gulf-side Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly

Welcome to Aqua Essence Unit 2, a delightful beachfront escape nestled in a triplex on the pristine shores of Cape San Blas, with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. This thoughtfully updated coastal retreat blends modern features with the inviting charm of seaside living, making it the perfect destination for your next beach vacation.

The main level features an inviting open-concept layout, ideal for relaxation and togetherness. The remodeled kitchen is stocked with cookware essentials, making it easy to prepare meals after a day in the sun. Gather in the spacious living area, designed with ample seating for your group, and stay connected with high-speed WiFi. A full bathroom with a tub/shower combo and convenient in-unit washer and dryer add to the ease of your stay.

Upstairs, the two cozy bedrooms provide a peaceful retreat. The gulf-front bedroom includes a queen bed and stunning ocean views, setting the stage for rejuvenation. The bayside bedroom offers a queen bed and twin sofa sleeper, perfect for families or additional guests. A second full bathroom, located between the bedrooms, features a tub/shower combo for added convenience.

Step outside to your private oceanfront deck, where a high-top dining table invites you to savor meals al fresco while enjoying uninterrupted views of postcard-perfect sunsets. With private beach access just steps away, your days can be spent strolling along the soft sands and swimming in the turquoise waters.

After a beach day, rinse off in the outdoor shower before gathering with neighbords in the shared outdoor space, complete with a firepit and barbecue area. Spend your evenings swapping stories, grilling the catch of the day, or simply relaxing under the stars.

Nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph's Bay, Cape San Blas is a natural paradise, surrounded by miles of pristine beaches, emerald green waters, and protected wildlife habitats. It's common to spot deer, foxes, eagles, ospreys, sea turtles, and even the occasional black bear. Just minutes away, St. Joseph Peninsula State Park offers 2,500 acres of unspoiled beauty within 10 miles of untouched beach and bay shorelines, plus a convenient boat tramp.

Aqua Essence Unit 2 combines the beauty of beachfront living with all the comforts of home, creating a space where memories with family and friends come to life. Your perfect coastal getaway awaits!

*Please note number of pets at the time of booking. Pets are welcome once declared and pet fees have been paid.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Mexico Beach - 36 min drive - 53.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬4 min drive
  • Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar

Frequently asked questions

Is Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly on 18 July 2026 start from NZ$503, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aqua Essence - Unit 2 - Gulf Front Beach Retreat, Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Pig Island and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. Port St. Joe Beach and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and access to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Very responsive and good communication.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great location!

Was a great place with awesome sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

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

Perfect beach spot!

We loved our stay at Aqua Essence 2! The location was off the main road, right on the beach, yet near enough to the local stores that we could bike or walk to meals. Management staff was very helpful in ensuring a smooth check-in & stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Stunning view, cozy triplex, great location

The photos of this home are very good, but they don't do it justice! Very pretty and comfortable. Kitchen is immaculate and newly decorated. Everything you need to prepare meals, all new appliances. Cozy bedrooms are upstairs, both have sitting areas for relaxing. Also a full bathroom upstairs so no need to maneuver steps in the night. The deck overlooks the gulf, the view is gorgeous, sunsets, waves, beach... The owner has creatively optimized the area between the dunes and the house with a nice seating / picnic area. There are grills, a table, seating and fireplace. As for the area, it's on the cape so getting to "town" is a drive although you can walk to a restaurant, store and ice cream stand. There is a state park at the end of the peninsula - well worth the drive. Very fun! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

And puppy too

We absolutely loved staying here and will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Amazing little condo on the beach

We had a great stay! Almost everything we needed was provided. The only thing I couldn’t find was extra trash bags. Very clean and comfortable:)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Fantastic stay

I loved this place, the beach was so quiet and dog friendly, exactly what we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Carter C.

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

Location perfect

This was a great location and the closeness to the beach made it ideal for walks as the deck gave us the perfect view all day, There are a few cosmetic improvements that could be made, but I would assume those will be taken care of before the heavy season. The December timing was ideal for a quieter, relaxing stay. I will plan to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah R.

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

Good Short Stay

Property was a great location. The newer updates since my last stay were great! The cleanliness of the upstairs area was okay but not great compared to the bottom area of the unit. Overall great for two people!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misti H.

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

Aqua Essence 2

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. Even my dog enjoyed it. She is a pacer at night but she stayed sound asleep. You are only a short walk away from the beach. The booking and check-in process was extremely easy and Vince sent emails every time a payment was received. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Great Getaway

A Great Getaway, even with a tropical storm brewing nearby. Very relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke D.

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

Quiet getaway

If you are looking for a quiet peaceful vacation, this is the place. Very relaxing, and far away from the craziness of PCB. You have several options to dine out and can make the short drive to Port St. Joe for more places. If you do make that drive, I HIGHLY recommend Peppers. Best Mexican food I’ve had in a while.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

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

Another one for the books !

Loved it !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Perfect!

Simple beautiful clean wouldn’t change a thing!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark C.

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

Short weekend with 4

The property has a great location, beach front.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anne M.

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

On the gulf vaca was all we were looking for.

Very easy to book. Property manager was very friendly and responded immediately to my questions. Definitely will go back there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth A.

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

Great stay!

We loved the area and the house. Very nice to walk outside and drink a cup of coffee in front of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

On the beach

Very good accommodations. Great view. Great host. Good neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann P.

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

Lovely

Very positive experience. The house is really perfect for 2. The view is lovely and the location perfect. Love the fireplace on the back patio, perfect for a winter visit. The owner is very nice and accommodating
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

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

Great dog friendly community.

House is a mixture of newer improvements a d some out dated one's. The beach area is super dog friendly. Almost everyone that we saw on the beech was walking a dog. Only complaint about the house is the walls are a little thin and you can hear the neighbors tv. I would recommend this place as it was quiet, clean and just about 30 steps from the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

review Aqua Essense 2

Great sunsets and beachfront location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

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

Excellent location and right on beach

Very smooth
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Very nice location and property

This was a very nice property to stay at. Even though we had limited amounts of furnishings due to the COVID pandemic we were still able to make everything work. The beach was perfect and not a long walk to reach the waters edge. Loved the little community and there was no problem shopping for supplies close to the property. We will definitely make another trip to this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

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