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Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10

Holiday home in Port St. Joe with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10176.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10

The Space:

Merry Mermaid is tucked away on North Cape San Blas in the San Dunes community, just one road back from the Gulf-front homes. Guests enjoy access to the community pool and a convenient boardwalk leading straight to sugar-white sands and the clear waters of the Gulf.



Outdoor & Entry Level

On the ground floor you’ll find a spacious carport, a propane grill for easy cookouts, and an outdoor shower—perfect for rinsing off after a beach day. Step inside and you’re welcomed by a foyer with a stackable washer and dryer, making it simple to refresh towels and swimsuits for tomorrow’s adventures.



First Floor – Sleeping Level

Upstairs on the first floor are three bedrooms and a shared hallway bath.



Bedroom 1: King bed, smart TV

Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Bedroom 3 (Primary Suite): King bed, smart TV, private balcony, and en-suite bath



Just off the primary suite is a charming bonus nook featuring custom twin-over-twin bunk beds—an extra cozy spot for kids or additional guests.



Second Floor – Living & Gathering Space

The second floor is the heart of the home, with the main living area, kitchen, dining space, a fourth bedroom, and a hall bath. The living room opens to a balcony with Gulf views and a relaxing swing—an ideal place for morning coffee or sunset lounging. Gather everyone around the custom dining table that comfortably seats 10.



Kitchen Amenities

The kitchen is thoughtfully stocked with vacation in mind, including a dishwasher, microwave, blender, coffee maker, crock pot, dishes and silverware, cookware, utensils, glassware, and more—everything you need for meals at home.



Important Notes

Merry Mermaid is a non-smoking home.

Pets are not allowed.



Bedroom Summary:



Bedroom 1: King

Bedroom 2: Queen

Bedroom 3: King + twin/twin bunks (bonus nook)

Bedroom 4: Queen



Extras & Local Highlights

Relax in this comfortably decorated, well-maintained home packed with amenities. The Loggerhead Run Bike Path—an 8-mile paved trail stretching the length of Cape San Blas from St. Joseph Peninsula State Park to Salinas Park—is just up the road and perfect for walking, jogging, or biking.



Your reservation also includes a $250 beach gear credit! Choose from bikes, coolers, beach chairs and umbrellas, wagons, kayaks, paddleboards, and more. Everything is delivered right to the home and waiting for you when you arrive.



Monthly Stays

Monthly reservations are accepted in January and February. Call or email for monthly rates.



Guest Access:

There will be a guest information book inside of the home with local area info, restaurants, etc.



San Dunes Policies



The following are policies that should be followed by owners and communicated to any guests or

renters.

1. Animals are not allowed in the San Dunes pool.

2. Animals should be on leashes at all times.

3. Owners and guests may walk on the right of way and the easements, not across private

property.

4. The pathways to the boardwalks between Lots 1 and 2 and Lots 3 and 4 must be kept clear.

Cars may not park in the easements to the boardwalk nor may equipment be placed in the

walkway.

5. Cars may not park on the easement or on another owner’s private property. NO cars may use

the driveways leading to the boardwalks unless they are of the owners/renters of the houses

owning those driveways.

6. Music and loud noises should cease by 10:00 p.m.

7. All pool rules should be followed.

8. Trash cans should be moved back to the house on the day of trash pickup.

9. Any exterior lighting on a homeowner’s property shall be turned off by 10 PM and may not be

left on overnight. (During Turtle Season, May – Oct 31, outside lights must be off at sundown,

however, if pool lights are not visible past the pool enclosure, they can they stay on until

10:00.)

10. No boats, trailers, or motor homes shall be stored on any Lot, except underneath a structure in a

place that is concealed with screening or foundation walls. (Covenants Article VII. F. 1.)

11. Shark fishing is prohibited by San Dunes residents and renters in and around San Dunes.

12. The pool has a capacity of 15 people. Guests and residents should use the pool for no more

than 2 hours at a time and may not leave items at the pool when they leave.

13. Please park in the designated driveway of Merry Mermaid. The cobblestone path beside the unit is not property of Merry Mermaid. Driving on it is strictly prohibited.



 





 







Please review all the rules and policies for your stay in San Dunes located in our guest book.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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, service animals permitted
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Mexico Beach - 37 min drive - 53.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Merry Mermaid - Gulf view, Easy beach access, Pet friendly, Wifi, Sleeps 10 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Pig Island. T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clay S.

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

Great Beach Trip

Great location, clean property, and great communication with property manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi H.

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

Merry Mermaid

We had a very pleasant stay. Our family goes for the same week every year. Check-in was super easy, the house with very clean, and the staff was very accommodating!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Our stay at Merry Mermaid

Very clean, lovely home. Great location for easy beach access. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great beach home

House was great - felt like home - beach was beautiful and short walk
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large two store beach house

Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

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

Great Location!

We enjoyed staying at Merry Mermaid! The home was comfortable and had everything we needed. We had a relaxing stay during our winter break & would definitely recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Quick Getaway

Beautiful, clean, responsive management. Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Lovely house

Close to the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

We loved the Merry Mermaid!

We loved staying here! Easy beach access. The house was wonderful, and we loved sitting outside on the deck. Do prepared to go up and down lots of stairs!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Perfect family vacation

We absolutely loved our stay at Merry Mermaid. This was the first time our entire immediate family had stayed under the same roof in quite some time. The house was just as described in the listing and very close to the beach. I would absolutely rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W., Columbus GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Home Great Location

Our family of 9 enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for all of us. There are a lot of stairs though, so I would not recommend this home for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Excellent choice for a vacation home

Everything about the Merry Mermaid was excellent. It was perfect for our family and we always appreciate being allowed to bring our dogs with us. The location was perfect too. I wouldn't hesitate to book it again or recommend it to anyone. Thanks very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Our best family vacation yet

The Merry Mermaid is an excellent property. There was plenty of space for our family. Finding such an amazing rental that allows us to bring our dogs along is especially satisfying and appreciated. It was beautifully decorated, comfortable, and in the perfect location. I wouldn't hesitate to book this home again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spring Break Fam Vaca

This VRBO was perfect for our family of four adults and one Pug. Everything was perfect, and the $250 credit to get beach things made our beach visits just right. My son also enjoyed riding the bike.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

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

Fantastic house walking distance to beach

We loved the convenience of this wonderful home. We walked to the beach daily, just a short stroll. Spacious home with good sized bedrooms and bathrooms. This is not your home if you can't walk stairs. Also the main level is on the third level. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great family time.

House was great and good location for access to beach. Couple small issues that were handled quickly by Coastline. Is listed as a 5 BR which is a little off. There are 4 bedrooms and a hallway to master suite with 2 small bunks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann H.

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

Great location!

Our family of eight enjoyed our stay at Merry Mermaid this past week! The beds are comfortable, the house is clean, and the outdoor shower is a real bonus! Kitchen is well stocked and everything seems to work well. It is a very short, easy walk to the beach (walkway just outside the back door) and also to the community pool (directly behind the house). The only thing that could make this house better is an elevator--the stairs between the three floors were quite difficult for my 84 year old mother to navigate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

jennifer h.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Merry Mermaid

The house was beautiful with great views and just steps away from the gulf. The common area was a little small for nine people. We loved the swing on the top deck, but with high winds on Thursday and Friday it was slamming into the deck. We had to secure it with string. A lot of construction going on around us. All in all we enjoyed our trip with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D., Goshen, KY

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

Great beach house

This was a great beach house. It was close to the beach but also close to the pool. Both the pool and the beach were never crowded. The house was great. There is a lot of stairs. We love being able to bring our dogs. The rental company was very helpful. Only issue we had was that the kitchen table and chairs were not a great choice for a rental house. The table did seat all us but the chairs were very wobbly and the table had paint chipping off. Overall a great experience! We would come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan N.

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

Great place to stay and perfect location!

We really enjoyed this place for our family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarret & Casey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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