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Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear

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Fully Fenced Backyard with Fire Pit, Weber Gas Grill and Plenty of Seating
A two-story building with a balcony, a front porch, and a small garden area.
Exterior
Short Walk to the Beach via the Villa Del Sol Community Boardwalk
Enjoy the coastal breezes from the front porch of Cast Your Cares

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear

Welcome to Cast Your Cares — Your Coastal Getaway in Cape San Blas!

Tucked inside the new gulf-side Villa Del Sol community, Cast Your Cares offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and comfort. Just a short stroll (about 5 minutes) down the community boardwalk brings you to the sands of Cape San Blas. After a sun-soaked day at the beach, kick back in the open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space, or head to the fully fenced backyard to grill and gather around the propane fire pit under the stars.

This 3 bed / 3.5 bath retreat is thoughtfully appointed, with a well-stocked kitchen, Smart TVs in every room (with Hulu + Live TV, Disney+ & ESPN+), and plenty of extras to make your stay feel like home.

✨ DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE for 2-week or longer stays from December–February – just send an inquiry to learn more!

🏡 Features & Amenities:

🐾 Pet Friendly! Up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome (pet fee applies). Please ask about dogs over 75 lbs.

🛏️ Master suite on main (king bed), 2 upstairs ensuite bedrooms (queen beds), plus a queen sleeper sofa downstairs.

🚿 Enclosed outdoor shower with hot/cold water + hooks for towels/swimsuits.

🌭 Backyard with seating for 8, propane fire pit, and Weber gas grill (backup propane provided).

🎾 2 community pickleball courts (paddles + balls provided) and a swimming pool just across the street.

☕ Keurig Duo with a full coffee starter kit.

🍳 Fully stocked kitchen with cookware, dinnerware for 12, crockpot, Instant Pot, Ninja blender, and more.

🧺 Starter kits for kitchen and bath (paper towels, dish pods, TP, trash bags, etc.).

🏖️ Beach gear provided: chairs, towels, umbrella, wagon, blanket, toys

👶 Large dog crate, baby gate, and white noise machines in each bedroom.

📦 Ample pantry and cabinet space for groceries.

🛠️ Small toolbox + kitchen essentials (can opener, corkscrew, scissors, etc.).

A Few Notes to Know:

📺 Cable is not included, but every TV is a Smart TV with a paid Hulu + Live TV subscription (includes Disney+ and ESPN+). You’re also welcome to stream from your own accounts.

🚤 No boat/trailer parking is allowed in the driveway or common areas per HOA. We can help you find marina storage nearby.

🔒 The only locked space is the private storage closet off the master bath.

You’ll have full access to the home and amenities, and our local team is just a call away for any housekeeping or maintenance needs.

Whether you're here to unwind, explore, or make unforgettable beach memories with loved ones (and pups!), our goal is for Cast Your Cares to feel like your own little slice of paradise. If there’s anything you need during your stay, just let us know—we’re happy when you’re happy. ☀️🐚

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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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs allowed with pet fee of
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2866953vb
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 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 and a first aid kit

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 attractions include Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Salinas Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Mexico Beach - 29 min drive - 41.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Paradise! Fenced Yard + Steps to Beach + Outdoor Shower + Beach Gear located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Port St. Joe Beach, Salinas Park and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve. Money Bayou and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brynn B.

Perfect stay on the beach!

This is our second time vacationing at this property. It is a lovely house and feels like a home away from home. Very clean and well-outfitted. Appreciate all the attention to detail! We even had welcome snacks!
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words, Brynn! It truly means a lot to us that you chose to stay with us again. Having returning guests is the best compliment we could receive. We’re so glad the home continues to feel like your “home away from home” and that you enjoyed the cleanliness, amenities, and little touches like the welcome snacks. We really try to make each stay special. We’d love to host you again anytime! 😊 Greg, Julie and Michelle
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

Relaxing

Our family enjoyed our 6 week stay. The Host are awesome and respond promptly. The beds are comfortable. Our dogs enjoyed the fenced in back yard, along with the walks on the beach. The home was nice and clean, kitchen had all required items you need to cook, along with an instant pot. We would definitely like to stay here again. Thank you Michelle and Julie!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Judy, thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We’re so glad your family enjoyed your 6-week stay — and that the pups loved the fenced yard and beach walks 🐶🌊 That makes us smile. It means a lot to hear the home felt clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for cooking (the Instant Pot fans always make us happy 😄). We hope to see you back at the Cape again next year!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this home. It is fully equipped to meet the needs of our family and dogs. The home is beautiful, spacious, and in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
Erin, thanks so much for the kind review. We love our repeat guests and can't wait to welcome you to Cast Your Cares again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Wonderful stay

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2024
Thank you so much for the kind review, Lori 😊 We hope to welcome you back as our guest again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brynn B.

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

Perfect stay!

We had an exceptional stay! The house was pristine and well stocked with everything we needed for our beach vacation. One of the best vacation rentals I have ever stayed in. Location was great with a very short stroll to the beach in a nice neighborhood. Great job!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional stay and that the home met all your needs for a perfect beach vacation. It means a lot to know it's one of the best vacation rentals you've experienced. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome host, extremely well appointed and decorated home. Super clean, 100% responsive management. Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much, Chris! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Cast Your Cares. It means the world to us that you noticed the details - from the decor to the cleanliness. And we’re so glad our team could be there when you needed us. We look forward to hosting you again! 🏖️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L K.

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

Wonderful Stay

The property was beautiful and exceeded our expectations. The house was well-appointed. We had everything we needed for a great stay. The house was in an ideal location close to the beach, the pool and the pickleball courts. We give it a 5 star rating!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Hi Lynn, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the home exceeded your expectations and that you had everything you needed for a great stay. It’s fantastic that the location worked out so well for enjoying the beach, pool, and pickleball courts. We truly appreciate the 5-star rating and would be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole P.

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

Cast Your Caree Review

Julie was an awesome host. Very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. The house is super clean and nice inside. We will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
Hi Cole! Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! It was truly a pleasure hosting you. I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the home and found everything clean and comfortable. Your appreciation of our communication means a lot, and I'm happy I could help make your stay smooth and enjoyable. We'd love to welcome you back anytime – you're always welcome at Cast Your Cares! Blessings! Greg, Julie and Michelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Late summer vacation

Great property with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2024
Thanks so much James! We're glad you had a good time and enjoyed the beach! We hope to see you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Cast Your Cares X2!

This was our second time staying at Cast Your Cares. Julie and Greg have thought of every detail imaginable to make their home accommodating for a relaxing getaway! We look forward to our next visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Kim, it means so much to us that you chose to return to Cast Your Cares for a second stay! We're thrilled to hear that you found everything just as comfortable and relaxing as before. Thank you for your kind words—it’s always our goal to make each visit even better than the last. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next beach getaway!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Douglas (Lee) M.

Wonder place, wonder hostess!

This was our 2nd stay and we will certainly be back. This house is all about attention to detail. The hostess is awesome as well. Thank you so much for another great trip for our family!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2024
Thank you, Lee, for the wonderful review! We are so glad the house once again exceeded your expectations. And thank you for the kind words about our team. We look forward to hosting you again very soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

This house was perfect!

Cast Your Cares is a great home for a beach stay with a well appointed interior, great location close to the beach and the community pool and a fenced yard that keeps your pups safe and offers a fire pit and grill. Our family really appreciated the personal welcome by the host and the amenities the host provided in the home. Would love to have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
Thank you so much, Linda, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Cast Your Cares was the perfect spot for your beach getaway. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the location, amenities, and especially the fenced yard for your pups—we know how important it is for every family member to feel at home. It was a pleasure to welcome you, and we’d love to host you again anytime. Next time, we hope you can stay even longer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe N.

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

Beautiful

Wonderful house, pet friendly with a fenced in yard. Close to the beach. Property worked out perfectly!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
We're glad that Cast Your Cares met your expectations. We hope you book with us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Top Notch

We had a lovely time in this beautiful beach house. Everything about it was top notch - the furnishings, the amenities and the location. We would highly recommend Cast Your Cares to anyone interested in a stay at Cape San Blas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
We appreciate your kind words, Lori! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Cast Your Cares! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Perfection

This house offered everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing weekend @ the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Erica, we’re so happy to hear that Cast Your Cares had everything you needed for your beach trip. We hope to have you back again soon as our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY R.

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

Everything plus some

From start to finish the experience was wonderful. Julie was very informative and the cleaning crew were spot on with every detail. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so glad to hear your experience was wonderful from start to finish. Julie will be happy to know her communication made a difference, and we'll be sure to pass along your praise to the cleaning crew — they take a lot of pride in their work. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

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

Excellent Experience

This property and the Cape San Blas area are both amazing. The house is meticulously decorated and furnished. It is the perfect place to come home to and relax after a day on the uncrowded and beautiful beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
Thank you for the kind comments about our home, Harold, and I completely agree about the Cape area - it IS amazing!! We hope to have you back soon as our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

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

Elite!

We absolutely loved our stay here! The house is incredibly beautiful and remarkably clean. The owners obviously take pride in this house and supply so many extras (beach chairs and umbrellas, etc). We didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2024
Alison! We loved having you as our guests and thank you for your kind words and the 5 star review! We hope you come stay with us again in the future. We loved hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

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

Cast Your Cares - 5 Stars!

We had a wonderful stay at Cast Your Cares! The communication with the hosts was prompt and courteous, the property was immaculate and the home was extremely well-appointed. The fenced-in yard was a big bonus! Easy walk to the beach and bay- we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2024
Thanks for the awesome review, Lynne! We loved having you as our guests and hope you and your fur babies join us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

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

Incredible Place!

The theme for this property should be “attention to detail “, because the host / hostess certainly paid attention to every detail. The pictures do not do this place justice. We are so glad we found you guys, thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
Wow, Douglas Thank you for the incredible review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Cast Your Cares! We hope to see you book with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Wonderful stay!

My family and I stayed at Cast Your Cares and thoroughly enjoyed the house and yard! It is a perfect place if you have pups too. The house is fully equipped with everything you need! We would definitely stay here again and would recommend Cast Your Cares to anyone looking to stay right at the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
Thank you so much Wendy!! We appreciate the wonderful review! Glad you had an enjoyable stay! We look forward to having you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Fabulous Vacation!

We loved this property! House is beautiful and fit our family perfectly! No detail was forgotten in providing an excellent vacation rental! Very short walk to the beach and we loved how the beach was not crowded and dog friendly! Plenty of great restaurants to choose from between Port St. Joe and Cape San Blas! Hope to come back some day soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2023
Wow Susan, thank you for the wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear that Cast Your Cares was a perfect fit for your family. We love all the things about the Cape you mentioned... easy beach access, not crowded, and most importantly, dog friendly!! :) We would love to welcome you back again soon as our guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mallory W.

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

Perfect…again!

This is our 2nd time at Cast Your Cares and it again didn’t disappoint! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
We are so happy that you enjoy your times at Cast Your Cares! We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee C.

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

Wonderful stay for our family vacation

We stayed at Cast Your Cares for our family beach vacation with our preschooler and baby. Needless to say, the less thinking we have to do the better. This home was the perfect place as the hosts thought through everything from snacks to towels, beach wagon, blanket and chairs. Nice community with pool and pickle ball. We were grateful to include our dogs in the beach fun too. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2024
Thanks for the wonderful review, Kaylee! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and that you found Cast Your Cares to be equipped with the items you needed to make your stay less stressful and more enjoyable. We hope you will visit us again at The Cape!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Great stay in cape San Blas

This property had all the amenities that we were looking for. Close to the beach , pool , pickleball , volley ball. Dog friendly and even had a crate, dog bowls and fenced yard! The fire pit was awesome in the back and the kitchen was full of top of the line cookware and cooking tools. The rooms were awesome as they all had their own bathrooms. We stayed with two baby’s and the stay was very convenient and comfortable. Would def stay in this house and area again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2024
Chris, we are so glad you enjoyed the amenities of the community and the house! And yes, we have tried to make Cast Your Cares very pet-friendly, as we love bringing our own two fur babies to the beach and want our guests to enjoy it as much as we do! Glad you liked the fire pit - there is nothing like relaxing at the end of a long day at the beach around the fire pit. And our kitchen was specifically stocked with items we would want to use ourselves (we cook ALOT), so I'm glad you found the kitchen to your liking. We look forward to having you back as our guests in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Julie Kern

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Welcome to Cast Your Cares! We’re so glad you’re here🌴

We’re Greg and Julie, your hosts, and we’ve spent years enjoying everything that makes Cape San Blas so special. From the quiet, uncrowded beaches to the slower pace of life, it’s a place that naturally invites you to rest, breathe, and reconnect.

One of the things we’ve always loved most about the Cape is how pet friendly it is. Our own pups have spent many happy days exploring these beaches, so creating a space that welcomes your four-legged family members was especially important to us.

As hosts, our goal is simple: to make your stay feel easy, comfortable, and cared for from the moment you arrive. Whether that means a peaceful morning with coffee on the porch, a full day in the sun and sand, or a cozy evening winding down, we want this to feel like your place while you’re here.

Cast Your Cares isn’t just a place to stay - it’s a place to slow down, make memories, and truly enjoy your time away. We’re honored to host you and hope your stay is refreshing, meaningful, and one you’ll want to experience again. 🌴🐾☀️

Why they chose this property

Once guests arrive, they rarely want to leave - and many return year after year. There’s just something special about this place.

We’re Greg and Julie, your hosts, and after more than a decade of spending time in Cape San Blas, we’ve come to truly appreciate what makes it so unique: the quiet beaches, the slower pace, and the space it gives you to breathe and reconnect.

One of our favorite things about the Cape is how incredibly pet friendly it is. We know your four-legged family members are part of the experience, too, and this home has been thoughtfully set up with them in mind—from the fenced backyard to the easy beach access for walks and exploring.

Cast Your Cares has been prepared to feel welcoming, comfortable, and easy from the moment you arrive. Guests often mention the peaceful atmosphere, the thoughtful details, and how well everything is set up—from the kitchen to the outdoor spaces.

Whether you're unwinding after a beach day, grilling under the stars, or simply enjoying time together (pups included), this is a space designed for rest, joy, and connection.

We feel honored to host you and truly hope your time here is refreshing, memorable, and exactly what you need. 💛🐾🌊

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