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Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf!

Beachfront condo with kitchen and patio

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Newly renovated Gulf Front condo with brand new furnishings.
Grand Living Area
Gulf view from living room.
Your living room with panoramic gulf views
Wake up to a million dollar view

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Beach
  • Place, Pig Island
  • Place, Cape San Blas Lighthouse

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf!

Welcome to Ships and Giggles, a gulf front masterpiece on Cape San Blas. This unit was COMPLETELY renovated in 2019 and updated again in 2023. Everything is brand new, including furniture, appliances and bedding. The unit includes a master suite with a king sized bed that overlooks the gulf. The second bedroom, also with a gulf view, has two twin beds, perfect for the kiddos. The beds can be pressed together to create a king. The dining area is the perfect spot to enjoy a family dinner with gulf views and breezes to accompany your good cheer. Enjoy morning coffee on the second story deck overlooking the gorgeous waters of the Gulf. This this a top floor unit (second story) and is situated perfectly to enjoy a long weekend or extended vacation. No pets are allowed and there is a three night minimum stay required. There is a full chefs kichen with stainless steel appliances. There are also two newly renovated bathrooms. The bottom storage room contains a washer and dryer. Sorry, absolutely no pets allowed. Enjoy the luxurious comfort of Ships and Giggles!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS. We have a zero tolerance policy on pets of any kind. Owner is allergic. There will be a $500 fee assessed if pets are discovered.

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 Cape San Blas, this condo is on the beach. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve.
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Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 17 min drive - 20.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Some of the best views on the cape. Beachfront and steps to the gulf! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape San Blas condo building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Pig Island and 2.2 mi (3.5 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

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, beautiful view and very nice accommodations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn P.

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

Great View and Good Location

Great location near the Trading Post (grocery) and shops. Location is great for a quiet stay right on the gulf. The unit could use some cleaning in the kitchen and bathroom, but overall it was nice stay! The views are great and you are steps from the beach. Further down the beach towards the state park is a bigger space on the beach, but perfect for a small group (just not a huge beachfront). The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen had all the appliances and necessities. Easy check in and out procedures.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrin D.

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

Days stay

Great stay the host/ owner had wonderful communication and house was nice with beautiful views. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang L.

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

We loved it!

We stayed at Cape San Blas for 5 Nights - it was great. We loved the view. We had stormy weather with sun and rain. We will come back
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark U.

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

Fall break

We had a great week. The property was perfect for what we were hoping for on our fall break. It was clean, in good condition, and we were very pleased.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

Fantastic views

This was our second time staying at his property. It is very clean and the ocean views are amazing from every window. Check in is easy! We definitely will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

david t.

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

Very nice place!

The property is very nice! I think some shades or curtains need to be put in the main area and 2nd bath could use new shower head.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathlyn V.

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

Perfect New Year Eve Celebration

We stayed three nights and enjoyed it. The location is wonderful. The beach is only a short distance. The property is a four-plex but we didn’t hear anyone else. It had all the cooking stuff we needed also. The doors need a little TLC from wear and tear and a few more lamps would be helpful for readers. We were quite happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

Fantastic views

The views from this condo are breath taking. The beach is only about 80 steps away. The condo was spacious and very clean. We can't say enough in praise of our experience. We plan on returning in the Spring.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

We will be back!

The location is amazing just steps from the beach, with views of the water from every window! Sunsets are amazing! Very clean and family friendly! The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils. It was a nice surprise to have hand soap, dish soap and detergent, toilet paper, paper towel roll and even some laundry detergent accessible! Plenty of towels and linens provided! We had so much fun as a family of 4 here! We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

nancy k.

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

Close to beach

We were here for a month. The view from deck facing south is good, saw a few dolphins. We brought the cushions in at night so the humidity didn't make them wet. The kitchen is well stocked. There is plenty of hot water. When we checked in, didn't realize that there is a set of stairs at the front of the building and that's where the key is! The unit needs some love, but it's fine.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

marianne z., pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beautiful view

Pros, comfortable beds, views and location where perfect.they did have plenty of beach gear which was a plus! Thank you for that! Cons, kitchen, bathrooms getting dated, the sofa and chairs not comfortable at all.it was hard to relax on them. Tv had side speakers which here not good. No blender for drinks.😣 We did any always enjoy our time on the cape! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick J.

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

Beautiful View

Condo has lovely views of the gulf and is close enough for daily walks or beach-sitting. Spacious and tastefully decorated, our only suggestion would be some kind of window coverings or blinds in the living room area. Not a problem during the day, but in the evening it feels as if you’re in a fishbowl. The only other minor inconvenience was that the washer/dryer is in a room two flights downstairs, underneath the unit. Otherwise, this condo was perfect for us and Dave was a fantastic host.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

christy b.

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

Hiccup but satisfied with resolution

Things don’t always go perfectly, but as long as they are resolved, it’s OK. It was close to 10 PM when we arrived. We found that the unit had not been cleaned. It would have been better if communication responses with the manager could have been received before we went to sleep for the evening, but it was late and I was doubtful I would hear anything. I thought we were going to have to sleep in the vehicle, but we found clean sheets and were able to replace the ones on the bed. The cleaner was able to come out the following afternoon and did an excellent job. To make up for the issue , the manager offered an extra night, which we were able to accept. We enjoyed our stay and would consider this place again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Beautiful, serene, and rejuvenating!

LOVED this place! Ships and Giggles exceeded my expectations! The views were amazing and the sunsets were extraordinary! The house itself has four units and shared decks which wasn't an issue for us, but may be for those who want privacy. The unit itself was just like the pictures and very nice. The kitchen had just about everything needed to prepare your meals. There is hardly any light pollution so being on the deck at night, you can see an unbelievable amount of stars! I saw several shooting stars every night of our stay! We could watch the dolphins playing from inside as well as on the deck. It only takes a minute to get to the beach and there are two acess points. There was beach chairs and toys to use in the laundry room, which was a nice touch. I love Cape San Blas and have always wanted to stay here! The sea turtles were the first thing to bring me to the area, but the beauty and tranquility of the area was the icing on the cake! I love that it is not the usual tourist trap, but quiet and laid back. I cannot wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario A.

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

Everything we wanted in our first Gulf Vacation

Ships and Giggles was the perfect getaway for our young family. I must say location was the most significant factor that led to the incredible experience. The beach is literally 20 seconds walk from the bottom of the stairs. The unit is great. Had everything we needed, with exception of a blender. Had to bring our own as the owner mentioned a previous guest had taken it. The lockable owner’s closet down near the parking garage has all kinds of beach related gear which we really appreciated. It also houses the washer and dryer so it is a walk down from the unit to use these. However, this lends to the decently large square footage of the unit, which we found to be very spacious. The porch Is the nicest of all in the building. Simple but comfortable and has the best view of the ocean. Dave, the owner was promptly responsive and helpful with information on the area. We are looking at booking this same unit for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia E.

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

January retreat

The good things about this unit, it sits steps from the beach, has lovely views of the surf from multiple windows, it is very open with great lighting, great seating for reading or watching TV, nice dishwasher, stove and refrigerator, lovely dinnerware. The bad things, although the listing says everything is new, there were many things not in good shape. The counters in the kitchen are in desperate need of replacing. I misread the description, thought it said there was stainless steel cookware to use. The cookware is all nonstick and well worn. If I had known that, I would’ve brought my own pots. One of the instructions is to refill the Britta water filter, I’m not sure what happened to it, but there was no such filter. We did drink the tap water and it was fine, but for those people who would like to have a water filter, you need to bring your own. The shower curtain in the master bath needs to be replaced, it’s not clean. The shower nozzle in the master bath drips, so you have to leave it off of the connection dripping down into the Drain. The mattress is soft in the master bedroom, the listing said it was new, but the side closest to the door felt hollowed out like you were sleeping in a little low spot. That’s a matter of preference, we prefer a firmer mattress, this one was soft. Lamps in the sitting area did not have switches, not usable. For a unit that was recently remodeled per description, there were a lot of things in need of repair.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean, easy instructions on arrival and departure routines, and in an excellent location. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. The deck was large for hanging out and watching gorgeous evening sunsets. The condo is just a few steps away from the beach. The beach was private with very few people when we visited in October. There are a few local restaurants on the cape but lots more in Port St Joe. There is a bike path that spans the whole length of the cape. Wonderful biking views. We even had campfires at night right on the beach. Overall, a great experience. We plan on going back next year for fall break.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view from all bedrooms and living room. Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place! Can’t beat the location for the price. Beach is narrow so it can get packed if there are a lot of people but the condo itself is perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing sunsets and views of the ocean. Location location location! Enjoyed our stay at ships and giggles. Dave responded timely to our needs. Almost anything you could want in the kitchen to make your own meals. Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Ships and Giggles! The multiple views of the gulf and easily accessible beach were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal G.

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

Clean comfortable unit with amazing sunsets.

Unit is as advertised. Very comfortable. Kitchen is supplied well enough to cook and eat. It even had dishwashing liquid and paper towels. The beds were comfortable. Soft, but comfortable. The deck facing the gulf is large and has a clear view. We were amazed with the sunsets. This is a relaxed life style. No hustle or bustle. Just laid back. Small intimate restaurant and a few shops.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa A.

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

Great location

Close to the trading post and St Joe Seafood. Amazing location on the beach! 6 miles to the State park and 6 miles to 30A. This is an older unit that has been partially renovated and on the second floor so there are steps. The unit was clean. Our only real complaint was with the mattress in the master. We stayed 9 nights.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim P.

Liked: Check-in, location

Nice but Property Needs Updating

The location of the property is right next to the ocean. You could hear the ocean waves from your bedroom window, which was really cool. The updates that have been done to the property were nice. However, the properties kitchen needs an overall. Also there were places throughout the property that needed a deep clean, specifically in the bathrooms. Overall not the worst or the best place I've stayed at.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Dave Hartman

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I grew up on the gulf coast and now reside in Atlanta with my family. This is where our heart is and hope you will love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Ships and Giggles is the perfect getaway. It is quiet, clean and gives you a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico. Your worries will melt away the minute you walk in. It is the perfect place to connect with friends and family to create memories that will last a lifetime.

What makes this property unique

This property was COMPLETELY renovated in 2019. It will be like stepping into an upscale hotel on a Caribbean island.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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