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Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a long island, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, roads, and a beach.
A two-story house with a porch, a staircase, and a number '402' on the side.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Heated pool
    Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Windmark Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, Windmark Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Windmark Way
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Butler Bay Road
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets

Reservations include beach gear credit ($35 daily), personalized to fit your needs. Beach gear options include kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, chairs, umbrellas, coolers, corn hole, and much more. Applicable for stay durations between 3-21 nights.

Snowbirds welcome!

Welcome to Once Upon a Tide, where dreamy sunsets and the beach are just a short stroll away. This Windmark Beach beauty has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and room for up to 8 guests—perfect for your next getaway.

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for a five-star meal, from major appliances to a wine cooler (because who doesn't need a little extra fun?). With seating for 12 between the kitchen bar and dining room table, there’s plenty of room to share stories and meals. Plus, two screened-in porches are ideal for sipping your morning coffee or afternoon tea while the ocean breeze keeps you relaxed. Want to grill? The gas grill is ready for cookouts, propane provided.

When you’re ready to cool off, dive into the community pool, or stroll over to the lively city center for shopping and dining. You’re in the perfect spot for a vacation full of fun and relaxation.

Bringing your furry friend along? You're in luck—Once Upon a Tide is pet friendly! We welcome one hypoallergenic dog (60lb max) so your four-legged family member can enjoy the adventure too. A $125 pet fee applies. Please note only hypoallergenic breeds are permitted, and certain restricted breeds are not allowed due to insurance limitations (see details below).

Just a heads-up: a starter supply of amenities is provided and longer stays might require a little extra stocking up.

So, whether you’re here to soak up the sun, indulge in some good food, or simply chill, Once Upon a Tide is the place where memories are made.

Guest Bedroom1:
king bed
smart television
attached bathroom with double vanity, walk in shower, soaking tub, and private water closet

Guest bedroom 2:
queen bed
flat screen television
ceiling fan
closet access

Guests Bedroom 3:
two bunk beds with four twin beds
flat screen television
ceiling fan
closet access

Guest Bath:
shower/tub combo
+additional half bathroom

• Primary renter must be at least 25 years old.
• Dog friendly property. One hypoallergenic dog permitted (60 lb maximum per dog). $125 nonrefundable pet fee. Cats
and restricted dog breeds are not permitted.
• Signed rental agreement required prior to arrival.
• Credit card processing fees are nonrefundable. No exceptions.
• Guests may be charged for stained or damaged linens and towels.
• Pool heat is provided October through November and March through April.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2016104vb
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park. Beacon Hill Park and Mexico Beach Park are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding and ecotours.
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Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Windmark Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Windmark Way - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • beach near Butler Bay Road - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Mexico Beach - 11 min drive - 12.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Mercantile & Social - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪St. Joe Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets on 3 August 2026 start from NZ$1,757, 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 Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Windmark Beach House | Walk to Beach | Pool & Pets located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Windmark Beach and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Saint Joe Beach. Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Port St. Joe Marina 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. 48 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The home was exceptionally clean and exactly as described. The kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The amenities were excellent, and the host provided outstanding customer service, responding quickly and making sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-maintained place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2026
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We'd love to welcome you back again, so please keep us in mind for your future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

benjamin c.

Liked: Location
Great house for a family, really enjoyed the access to the community pool and beach accesses. Windmark is a grear vacation community and super conveinent to town too. We will be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a positive experience at the property. It means a great deal to us that you took the time to share your feedback. We work hard to provide a comfortable and memorable stay for our guests, and we’re thrilled to know we met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back again for another relaxing beach getaway in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, easy check in/communication, super comfy couch in the living room, great porches! Our favorite house we have rented in windmark so far!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the cleanliness, easy check-in, comfy couch, and great porches. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope you’ll keep us in mind for your future travels — we’d love to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with an extremely well stocked kitchen! Great location to the beach and dog park, an easy walk. We traveled with our Gordon Setter pup, we enjoyed both the from and back screened porches with her. Also an easy walk to the down town area! Loved everything about the WindMark development very quaint we are already planning to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! We would love to host you again, so please keep us in mind for your future stays.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described and even more! Was really enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us! We truly appreciate you choosing our home and would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved taking walks every morning on the beach and trails.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We’re so glad you enjoyed your morning walks on the beach and trails, and we’d love to welcome you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful. The location is perfect. The neighborhood is great and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the house, location, and neighborhood. Please keep us in mind for your future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

This is the perfect little town and great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Very nice home area was not crowded can’t wait to go back

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you so much for your positive review. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We'd love to welcome you back as repeat guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was nice, clean, and 2 great screen porches. A short golf cart ride to the beach and pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you for staying with us and for the thoughtful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the clean home, screen porches, and convenient access to the beach and pool. We appreciate you choosing us and hope you'll keep us in mind for future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, clean and spacious. Close to the beach. Great communication with host!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
So glad to hear you loved the home and had a smooth experience with our team! Thanks for the recommendation—it means a lot. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. Please keep us in mind for your next getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Nicebstay

Nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2024
Thank you for staying with New Wave. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us. Please keep us in mind for the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

July Vacation

The house was perfect for our family. Very pretty and spacious. I would definitely recommend this house to family and friends. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Fl family vacation home

Great space and location for 2 families to vacation. Close to beach and short drive to town/grocery/restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2024
So happy you enjoyed your stay with New Wave at Once Upon A Tide. Please keep us in mind for future travels. we'd love to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Great for friends or family trips!

Great location and excellent amenities. Will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2023
Thank you for visiting Once Upon a Tide. We appreciate your care of the home and hope we have an opportunity to accommodate you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

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

Perfect For Beach Vacay

Perfect location for beach and fishing. Only a short drive to dining and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2020
We are Thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us at Once Upon A Tide. Thank you for your kind words. Please keep us in mind for future accommodations. 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Wonderful Home

The home and the location was wonderful. Everything was clean and well maintained we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back to see us :) New Wave Property Management !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Family Time at the Beach

We had a wonderful time with our family at Once Upon A Tide. Perfect location for spending time at the beach with our loved ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you for staying with us. We enjoyed hosting you and look forward to hosting you in the future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Very Nice House Near the Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quiet street in a great development - would stay there again without question
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael Y.

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

Great vacation

The house was fantastic, absolutely beautiful. Could not have asked for a better accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thank you so much for your positive review. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We'd love to welcome you back as repeat guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great location

Close to the beach, Port St. Joe. Layout of home was great and we enjoyed the large kitchen and screened porches. Great location allowed us to explore alot of the forgotten coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Thanks for the lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the home and its location. Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Beautiful Beach Home

So easy to book, check-in and check out! House was beautiful and neighborhood was quiet. Community pool area was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back to see us :) New Wave Property Management !

About the host

Hosted by Brittney Hulsey

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New Wave Property Management
850-296-9044

Why they chose this property

Concierge services are provided for guest. Whether you're looking for restaurant recommendations or a deep sea fishing excursion, our concierges will help refer, recommend, and reserve!
Windmark is a very coveted community with an onsite restaurant, View on 98, Gym with day passes, multiple beach access points, and an incredibly large community pool with playground and green space. The community is waterfront and a short distance to town, less than 5 miles.

What makes this property unique

We accommodate long term stays up to 6 months. If you're interested in an extended stay, please send an inquiry with your travel dates and we will send a reduced quote for review.
This family friendly rental has bunk beds with guard rails, covers for the outlets, children's dishware, and even a pack and play!
Interested in add-ons... We also offer Beach Bonfires and Grocery Delivery. Ask us for more information.

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