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Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP

Holiday home in Port St. Joe with kitchen and patio

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Community Pool!  Heated in the winter.
Golf cart, bikes, and paddle boards included!!  So much fun!
Paddle boards that can be used standing or sitting!
Beautiful beaches!
Screened in porch and back deck with propane fire table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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  • Place, Windmark Beach
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
  • Place, Mexico Beach

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bunk Bedroom

4 Double Bunk Beds

Hall bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Futons

Living Room 2

1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP

From our door to toes in the sand is a 4 minute walk or 2 minute golf cart ride! No dragging kids and beach gear through the sand. Throw it in the golf cart and you are at the sand in a flash!! We welcome you to one of the most highly reviewed homes in WindMark Beach! Our guests will enjoy a spacious and beautifully decorated home with three outdoor entertaining areas to make lasting memories with friends and family.

4 Bedrooms, 3 Full baths, Sleeps up to 14, Use of Golf Cart and paddle boards included!! No extra fees!

**The number of guests may differ depending on the amount of children and adults. Please see bedding configuration to ensure your family's needs can be accommodated. We can comfortably sleep 10 adults and 4 children.

WindMark Community - The Blue Moon, A Spacious and Beautifully Decorated Home!
It's once in a Blue Moon that you find a vacation home like this one! The Blue Moon, built in 2020, is nestled in the beautiful beachside community of Windmark Beach. After spending your days at the beach or community pool, your family and friends will enjoy relaxing and playing in this spacious and beautifully decorated home that boasts four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The unique layout of this home features an attached, but separate living area complete with a bedroom, a full bathroom, living room, dining area, full kitchen, and laundry room that will perfectly accommodate two families or a large multigeneration family! A second living room is perfect for teens who want their own space, or a second family that has little ones who need a quiet place for naps. The open concept living area in the main house comfortably seats eight at the dining room table and then another five at the kitchen island. A modern and fully stocked kitchen will make those large family dinners a breeze. After dinner, enjoy a cocktail (or two) on the back porch or sitting by the firepit!
When you're ready to hit the beach, jump in the golf cart or hop on one of 6 bikes included. If you choose to walk, it’s four minutes from door to sand! Your day will be filled with adventure when you and the family explore our beautiful waters with two stand up paddle boards! After a long day at the beach, cool off in the large community pool.

For years, our family has rented other people’s vacation homes. Over these years, we have taken note of things we loved, and things that we did not. With this home, we have tried to think of all the things that make vacationing comfortable and appealing. We have a large family, and the things we think are important are lots of space, a comfortable and inviting outdoor area, a well-equipped and stocked kitchen (I hate having to bring spices!!), lots of towels, and a comfortable couch that fits everyone!! This home was appealing to us because it fit all our criteria. We absolutely love the home and have fallen in love with the neighborhood, and with Port St. Joe. We are so excited to share our home with you and your family, and hope that you will love it as much as we do! Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you for considering the Blue Moon Beach House at Port St Joe for your vacation.
Julia and Jeff Townsend


Windmark Beach is near downtown Port St. Joe, Mexico Beach, Cape San Blas, and Apalachicola.
Golf Cart – The golf cart is included with the rental once approval has been made by the owner. No one under the age of 18 will be permitted to drive the golf cart.
Paddle Boards - The paddle boards are included with the rental.

Bedroom Configuration
Bedroom 1 (Master) - king size bed
Bedroom 2 – two full over full bunk beds
Bedroom 3 – Queen size bed
Bedroom 4 – King size bed, located in attached apartment
Bathroom 1 - in master bedroom with garden tub, separate shower, and toilet room
Bathroom 2 – in hallway between bedroom 2 and 3
Bathroom 3 – In attached apartment
Things to know:
The living room in the attached apartment has two futons that can be used for sleeping. The main living room has one futon and a sectional sofa. These areas can be used if people want to spread out more for sleeping.
Shared pool with zero entry
Pool heated November - February
Full laundry room
Two full refrigerators with ice makers
Two HVAC systems
Step free access. All ground level - There are stairs off of the back deck.
6 bikes are included
Beach towels provided
Beach Wagon
Fishing poles
Boogie boards
Cards, board games, and puzzles
Corn Hole set
Spike Ball game
Dishwasher tabs, trash bags, and laundry soap is provided.
Kitchen is generously stocked with cooking utensils, dishes, Tupperware, etc
Kitchen is generously stocked with spices
Wifi
Grill (propane and charcoal)
Fire pit
Fire table
2 SUP boards
1 Beach umbrella
4 beach chairs
Parking for four vehicles
Snowbird friendly. Please contact us for special rates. Rentals over 14 days may be assessed an additional cleaning fee.

Other things to know:
* The house and City of Port St. Joe is on the western most section of the Eastern Time Zone in Florida. Enough so, that your cell phone may tell you otherwise.
* If you are planning to fish, check https://myfwc.com/license/ and https://myfwc.com/license/recreational/saltwater-fishing/shoreline-faqs/
* Windmark Beach has 24 hour security. The golf cart is a motor vehicle and all rules of the road apply. Underaged and non-licensed drivers can be pulled over and ticketed.
* Boat parking is not available in Windmark Beach, but there is a place very close by that offers reasonably priced boat parking.
* Windmark beach has four restaurants, a bar, and a candy and ice cream shop all accessible by the golf cart.
* Grocery shopping options in Port St. Joe are the Dollar General and the Piggly Wiggly. * The Piggly Wiggly does not sell alcohol. Both are within a five-minute drive from the home.
* Port St. Joe has an adorable farmer’s market and local vendor sale the first and third Saturday of the month. It is located at the end of Reid Avenue near the gazebo.
* There is no smoking allowed on this property. The house is monitored on the front and back with security cameras with audio.
*We ask that guests are 21 or accompanied by a parent.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Approval given after breed and size is confirmed.
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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 and lock the doors
Tidy up garage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No one under the age of 18 is allowed to drive the golf cart.
No smoking of any kind in the house or on the property. A fee will be assessed if any smoking is seen on the property.
Pets are not allowed. If a pet is seen at the house, a $300 fee will be assessed.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. Port St. Joe Marina and St Joseph Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park. 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

  • Windmark Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Mexico Beach - 10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 37 min drive - 49.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uptown Raw Bar And Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taproot - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP have a pool?

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

Is Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fall rates! Family Fun! 4 min walk to beach🏖️Heated pool, golf cart, bikes, SUP 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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 70 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the absolute best time. Was the nicest and most well stocked home we’ve ever rented and Julia was the sweetest person ever.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Wonderful house!!

Great rental - great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

christian l.

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

Windmark beach house

This property was perfect. Not far from the restaurants located in downtown Windmark beach. Perfect for all my friends and I!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Fabulous stay!

This house was perfect for our group of nine!Two stocked kitchens, two living spaces and fabulous sleeping accommodations for all of us. This host went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed. She was very responsive while on property (there were no problems, just a few questions). The house itself was pristine and it is a part of a lovely community with boardwalks and pathways and a few shops/restaurants. The beach is an easy walk or an easier golf cart or bike ride (all provided). There were enough towels and chairs for all 9 of us! The house is a 5 minute drive to downtown Port St. Joe which has great shops and restaurants. I highly recommend this property and host!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Relaxing time

The perfect get away to relax and soak up some sun. We have small grandkids (4) and the bay and beach and pool was just perfect for our small ones. Very relaxing for us adults too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine M.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This was our 2nd time staying at this property. As before, Julia was an incredible host. She made sure we had everything we needed before, during and after our stay. This place is wonderful! The house is beautiful, the neighborhood friendly & quiet, and the beach is a short walk or cart ride away. Our family loves all the amenities and our teens especially enjoyed the bikes. It was the perfect vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Feltonia S.

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

Such an amazing home!

Julia was a wonderful host! My family and I booked her home for a very last minute trip to celebrate my youngest daughter’s birthday. Not only was the home spacious and clean, she had thought of almost EVERYTHING we might need to make out stay as comfortable as possible! Port St. Joe and the Blue Moon home are truly amazing finds and we are already planning to return! Thanks again for helping us have such a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

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

Summer Days.

We had a great time. The homeowners have thought of everything. We enjoyed riding around the neighborhood in the golf cart. The kids loved riding bikes to the Mill and getting milkshakes. We enjoyed our days with our toes in the sand and our nights in the wonderful town of Port St. Joe. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B., Americus, GA

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

Family and friends week

The house was perfect for our large group of kids and adults. Julia, the owner, was easy to communicate with and extremely helpful with an issue or two that we encountered during our stay. Kids loved the bikes, boards, and golf cart. The neighborhood was perfect and we felt safe letting the kids bike around to meet new friends and explore. Pool and beach are easy to access. Overall, great stay and we plan to rent again if we’re back in Port St Joe.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc C., Alabama

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

Perfect home

We had a great time on our first trip to this area. House had everything you could possibly need. We were very impressed. Owners were very helpful with any questions we had and everything went flawlessly. The separate living area was perfect for my son, daughter in law, and grandson. Overall it was a great trip. Just wish we could’ve stayed longer. We will definitely be back. A big thank you to Julia for offering up their home and providing so many extras for everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay B.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Let me start with a positive, Julia was very responsive all throughout the booking process and offered a refunded cleaning fee once I reached out upon arrival.This home has a great layout and so much potential. It is obvious it does not get cleaned properly between stays.I’m never one to leave reviews, especially negative. Normal wear and tear on a rental is expected. The shape of this rental looks nothing like the listing.The home is in desperate need of a DEEP clean. We had hair, food residue and blood in the main master bed. I was having to wash linens our first night. The bathroom had “hairs” in the shower, on the sink and on the toilet paper holder. There was mold and mildew on faucets as well as shower curtains & liners. Food found in couch and the floor underneath the furniture hadn’t been swept, vacuumed or mopped in some time. Everything was dingy, showing black from the dirt build up over time and just made us feel icky.Any wall art, beds, door frames and baseboards were filthy. Lined with dirt and dust.Cockroaches in the shared bathroom.We left the home disappointed and would not return to this property.
Carpet in Main Master
Cockroach in shared bathroom.
Mildew on shower curtain liner.
Underneath couch in main living area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

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

Great Gulf Coast Hub

We spent a long weekend at Blue Moon Beach House and our kids didn't want to leave! The house is in an excellent central location a short distance from downtown Port St Joe, making it a great hub for exploring Gulf County. Mexico Beach, Cape San Blas and Indian Pass (the Raw Bar is a must, especially if you're lucky enough to hit it on karaoke night) are all within an easy drive and worth a visit. The house itself is clean and comfortable. The bunk beds with a trundle made it possible for our 3 kids to share the same room and the in-law suite would be great for bringing along other family or friends. The bbq area is set in a swath of white sand that our kids enjoyed playing in during our down time. There is also a nice community pool a quick golf cart or bike ride away. Jeff and Julia are terrific hosts - proactive and attentive with communication when needed. All in all, Blue Moon provided a relaxing stay with plenty to do!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Windmark:)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this trip and area! Exceptional hosts as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was incredible! The owner has put so much thought in providing every possible necessity Absolutely our favorite rental out of many in the past! We definitely plan on revisiting!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fabulous house... We loved staying and had a great space for our group. Loved having the MIL suite with extra space and a 2nd kitchen. The host was also amazing and so responsive and helpful. All was SO great. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charla W.

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

Great stay on a little piece of paradise!

We had a great week exploring Port St. Joe! The beach was clean, the ocean was calm, and the house was stocked with everything we needed to have an enjoyable time. We felt right at home & were able to enjoy some relaxation immediately! The golf cart, paddle boards, bikes, beach toys, beach chairs & towels were all fantastic amenities! Thanks to the owners for all the thought put into make our stay a great one!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla W.

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

Perfect Location

We had such a relaxing stay at this home. The location was perfect. The community was inviting and we never needed to leave the area to have an amazing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenna L.

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

Perfect home near the bay!

We stayed with my parents, brother and his now finance, and our 4 young children. The space was plenty big for us each to branch out. It was very clean and Julia has the home stocked with everything you need for cooking down to an awesome day at the beach. It’s just a short walk to the beach or golf cart ride to the little town where our kids could get ice cream and go swimming in the heated pool. This location wasn’t crowded and really laid back which is more our style. We’d definitely love to come stay again! Our twins are ready to move to Florida after this trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Florida family-more feedback with photos

This review should come as no surprise to the property owner, as I was in contact since Day 1 prior to check in (traveling) and upon discovery of the keypad not working for a week long stay with guests. I was offered one (1) key and it was only after my refusal to only have the single key for use by ALL guest for the duration of a week, was the offer made to have other keys made- apparently they only use a local (loyalty to the company as opposed to the convenience of paid guests) instead of having the keys made as soon as possible and available at check in. I made calls and sent text messages ALONG WITH PHOTOS throughout Day 1, in response to several messages regarding my satisfaction, in which I expressed my DISSATISFACTION with the lack of details to cleanliness and upkeep of the property (several listed below). Another issue was the unavailability of the Main Bedroom closet (A MAJOR INCONVENIENCE) for the length of the stay-no consideration for house guests. I have rented many properties, however NEVER EXPERIENCED a time when to main bedroom closet was used a the “owner’s closet!” I did not want to inconvenience my family and elderly guests with relocating to use the other closet-the recommendation is to relocate the “owner’s items to the hall closet, which was already filled with household items (not well organized). I placed my suitcase in bedroom chair that immediately became unstable and the legs pulled away from the chair-the furniture in the entire property is old.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BnT G.

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

Possibly Paradise

Great location with a wonderful beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby J.

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

Comfortable house with plenty of room for a family of 9. Neighborhood has many amenities.

Spacious, clean, convenient location to beach and pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

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

The Perfect Beach House!

From start to finish everything about this property and host was wonderful! Julia was great to provide all the info we needed to make sure we knew what to expect and helpful tips. The house was bigger than we expected and clean! So much space for the 10 of us and so many extras! From games and beach gear to spices and trash bags!! Both kitchens are stocked! And having 2 refrigerators and coffee makers came in super handy with such a large group. The location of the house was perfect right betweeen mexico beach and Port St Joe. Then a short drive over to Cape San Blas. But we preferred the quiet private beach at Windmark that we could easily get to via bike, golf cart or walking. Ample seating in the house, comfy beds, extra blankets. Literally everything you could need!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN K.

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

Absolutely fantastic

We loved our stay here and the house was fantastic, quiet and lots of room for all of us to sleep and some of us longer than others! We loved being able to use the golf cart and fishing gear! Traveled to many of the area beaches and had a lovely vacation. Julia was a fantastic host, answered questions so quickly and gave us updates about when the pool needed fixing and when it was again available for use. Wonderful spring break!! Thanks again and would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Girls getaway

This was really the best trip. We did a in honor or mom who passed girls trip. We was able to get away and just relax and unwind and it was perfect. The view, the location the golf cart and home was more then we could have imagined. We ended the trip with a golf cart ride, pool time, and a back yard fire with s’mores …. This may have been the first year but it definitely won’t be the last!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julia Marsh Townsend

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For years, our family has rented other people’s vacation homes. Over these years, we have taken note of things we loved, and things that we did not. With this home, we have tried to think of all the things that make vacationing comfortable and appealing. We have a large family, and the things we think are important are lots of space, a comfortable and inviting outdoor area, a well-equipped and stocked kitchen (I hate having to bring spices!!), lots of towels, and a comfortable couch that fits everyone!! This home was appealing to us because it fit all our criteria. We absolutely love the home and have fallen in love with the neighborhood, and with Port St. Joe. We are so excited to share our home with you and your family, and hope that you will love it as much as we do! Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Thank you for considering The Blue Moon Beach House for your vacation.
Julia and Jeff Townsend

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