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Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape

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Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Queen Bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 637.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Full Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Pull out sofa

1 Double Futon

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Walk in shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape

The Dolphin Dance cottage is just a short walk - 30 yards or so - to the sparkling white beach of Florida's Gulf Coast. It sits on the beach side of the road, behind the beachfront properties. Minutes from Port St. Joe, Cape San Blas is quiet and remarkably free of the high-traffic, tourist area crowd. Cape San Blas is a peninsula, so there is no 'thru-traffic' to deal with either. If you are looking for a quiet, family atmosphere near the unspoiled beaches of Florida, Cape San Blas is a must for your summer vacation.

The kitchen has full-size appliances and a dishwasher in the center island. A stackable washer/dryer unit is in the smaller bedroom closet. Roku TV in the living room & Smart TVs in the bedrooms. Wi-fi is included. Bathroom has a walk-in shower stall. Sorry...no boat or trailer parking, but there are marinas nearby. Only one vehicle space available per reservation, no exceptions possible due to limited parking. Due to severe pet allergies, we cannot allow pets. We apologize, but we cannot make exceptions for that either and we do check.

One bedroom has a queen bed, the other has a full size bed and there is a sleeper sofa in the living area. Due to the cottage size, we recommend no more than 4 adults to fit comfortably.

Update: These are closed due to a fire: Conveniently located behind the Tradin' Post, which offers pizza, various hot foods and sandwiches, groceries, toiletries and almost anything you may have forgotten! There is also an ice cream stand and some mornings there is a fresh hot doughnut stand.

Keywords: Cottage just off beach on the barrier dunes of Cape San Blas. Just behind the Tradin' Post, less than 100 yards from beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Staircase to entrance
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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
One parking space per reservation

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this cottage is on the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State 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

  • Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 21 min drive - 21.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape?

As of 26 September 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape on 1 October 2025 start from NZ$652.82, 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.

What time is check-in at Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cape San Blas Cottage - steps to the beach - beach side of Cape located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Pig Island and 1.9 mi (3 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

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 156 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

T C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a weekend at the beach! We keep coming back. Wonderful hosts. Incredible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described! Location is absolutely perfect. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

deana g.

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

Great stay in Cape San Blas

Enjoyed our stay in the little bungalow. It was nicer in person than the photos. The beach area was perfect. Would recommend for couple or family with small children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

mini moon

the bride and groom absolutely adored the cottage and the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Dolphin Dance Cape San Blas

Great beach location for 2 adults. Cottage was tucked away in a very quiet area and nicely decorated. The house is the perfect size for a few days on the beach. Cape San Blas is the best.!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Exactly how discribed

We had a wonderful time in this cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

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

Summer Vacation

This house has everything you need and perfectly located. A one minute walk to the beach. A one minute walk to Peachy’s Beach Eats or the Tradin’ Post. The kitchen has everything you need or forgot to pack. WiFi and RoKu TVs for late night movies. Chairs and an umbrella to carry down to the beach were greatly appreciated. The host made check in flawless and easy with clear and easy instructions. This was our third year staying in Jamaica Drive and it continues to be our favorite for the quiet, privacy, cleanliness and great location on the Cape. We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great host!!!

I look forward to staying again. Host was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos H.

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

Awesome little place

Awesome little place one minute walk from the beach. Very well kept. Very comfy beds. Great bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena L.

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

Quiet with a short walk to the beach

The property was very cute, cozy, and affordable. The best part was the short stroll to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellary H.

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

Great stay

We’ve been coming to Cape San Blas for years and really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross T.

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

Clean and cozy cottage perfect for a small family

We loved our first trip to Cape San Blas and Dolphin Dance Cottage. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andy G.

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

Comfy Cottage

Small yet comfortable cottage in a convenient location. Short walk to beach and Trading Post store. Very clean and easy check in. Rated at 4.5 due to poor kitchen wares, absence of paper products, and light outages.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Great stay

Great place. Close to beach and convenient store.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey D.

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

Can’t beat the location and convenience!

Wonderful location with everything you need right there! Cottage was cozy and perfect for our family of three! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda D.

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

Birthday getaway for my mom

Cute little house. Beds were very comfortable. The beach entrance really was just a short walk away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sayonara b.

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

Peace of mind and great people

This is our favorite gateway. Tranquil, the water …. Oh the water is fantastic .. you can walk and right there .. amazing We will came back soon
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Wonderful little house

Wonderful little house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

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

Close to the beach

Great property for small family. Short walk to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Ashli B.

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

Sweet Getaway

My family and I loved our stay! It was a very convenient walk to the beach and was just big enough for us and our two littles. We loved that we were able to walk to grab lunch/ supplies at the Trading Post and surrounding shops. Every single person we met was so kind! We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny J.

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

Great time

Close to the beach. Perfect for our family of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita R.

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

Restful week

This is the cleanest VRBO I have ever stayed at. It was spotless. It is hard to find a location close to beach, pet free, for a couple or small family. This is a compact cabin but has everything needed. No real beach view but steps to beach. We enjoyed the back deck for outside relaxation. It is close to The Trading post. It was very quiet. We had a comfortable week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Perfect beach cottage

Super cute and comfy beach cottage. Great location ..100 yards or so to beach and 100 yards or less the opposite direction to BBQ, pizza, grocery store, liquor store,donut vendor and ice cream stand. No need to drive anywhere !!Excellent communication from owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Location, location, location!

This is the second time I have booked a stay at this beach cottage and I did that for a reason! The location is excellent! The beach is a few steps away from the house and a few steps away from the Tradin’ Post! The cottage is comfortable, welcoming, and it has everything you need! We had a fire on the beach one night and it was a great time! You will never see a better sunset in Florida than on the Cape. Book now!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jolie Cooper or Katie Emily

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the unspoiled beach at Cape San Blas and the quiet, peaceful life on the 'island'. It is close enough for day trips to Apalachicola and Panama City and has plenty of restaurants to choose from in nearby Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach.

What makes this property unique

Beach side, Satelitte TV, wireless internet, walk to the Trading Post store.

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