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Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach

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Feel the care in every corner of Sweetwater — the small things add up to a stay that earns five stars.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered area, and residential buildings in the background.
Great space to relax with a lovely view
Spread out in the open living space — there's room for six here and nobody's crowding anyone.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach

Sweetwater is a townhome in the gated community of Barrier Dunes, only 100 steps to the beach, and loaded with amenities to make the trip as easy as possible. We provide beach chairs, a beach cart, beach toys, a cooler, and nets for your time at the beach.
In addition to this, you will receive a credit toward the rental of beach gear. You can have bikes, kayaks, umbrellas, and other goodies delivered directly to Surf Haven to help you enjoy your stay.

The house features a deck overlooking the lake, with opportunities to feed the friendly turtles. You will find a propane grill, fully-equipped kitchen, Smart TV's, and high-speed Internet.

It is a very comfortable home in a comfortable community.

The gated community, Barrier Dunes, features two community pools and two pickleball courts.
It is also located just outside St. Joseph Peninsula State Park.

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to sign a Rental Agreement

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3711214vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Frank Pate Park, or check out an event or a game at Shark Field.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 37 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Mexico Beach - 44 min drive - 56.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach have a pool?

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

Is Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach located?

This family-friendly Port St. Joe holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Palmer Beach. William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park are also within 6 miles (10 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 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Took our 3 grandkids and loved the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean and updated. This was our first time not having a beach view. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed sitting on the deck listening to the pond fountain rather than the waves, which were also just a very short walk to the beach. Our first time and we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LUIZ A.

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

Peace and Fish

It’s our third time at Barrier Dunes community and we love all the area, secluded, with lively nature and peace.This condo is spotless, with everything we need and steps from the beach.Top!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catie J.

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

Perfect for families!

This unit is great for families! My four and six year old girls had a blast. It's a short 5 min walk to the pool and beach. The condo was very clean and stocked with everything we needed: Beach toys, chairs, beach cart, umbrella, towles, hand soap, paper towles, toilet paper, and more. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking equipment. The pond outside had TONS of friendly turtles that we enjoyed feeding. All the staff we encountered were very friendly. We have nothing but positive things to say and will return for future beach trips! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

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