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Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly!

Holiday home in Cape San Blas with kitchen and balcony

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Beautiful sunset at the beach
Living Room
Living area & kitchen.
Bay window area
Compact view of dining table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
  • Place, Beach
  • Place, St. Joseph Peninsula State Park

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room /sleeper sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly!

This beautiful light filled end unit is centrally located in the premier gated community of Barrier Dunes on Cape San Blas with palm trees, stocked fishing ponds, tennis courts/racquetball, playground, clubhouse, and beach, boardwalks, and 2 outdoor pools. One pool, adjacent to the beach with its sugary white sand fronting the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico is a 2 minute walk away. The other solar heated pool is even closer. Our unit has faux wood plank flooring throughout the main level: living/dining room, with sleeper sofa and love seat, 55 inch Smart TV with built in Roku. The dining table (which seats 4 or expands to 6), plus 2 bar stools, to the well stocked kitchen which has a new electric range and microwave. A full bathroom and bedroom with a queen size bed are on the main level. The upstairs carpeted master bedroom large suite has a king size bed, vaulted ceiling, private balcony, walk-in closet a double vanity & separate bath room with stand alone shower, soaking tub & toilet. The first floor deck has new Poly Wood patio table & chairs; and new gas grill are provided on the deck. Outdoor shower is in the carport area. Opportunities are near at hand: fishing, shelling, swimming, biking on 3 miles of paved bike paths, and enjoying 8 miles of one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The night sky is perfect for stargazing. Barrier Dunes is adjacent to St. Joe Peninsula State Park. Come and share this piece of paradise.
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Cape San Blas, 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. Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park are also worth visiting. 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

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 12.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly! have a pool?

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

Is Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Top-rated townhome! Special Rates for the Winter Months. Pet Friendly! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Pig Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare P.

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

Great family vacation

Great family vacation. This property is short easy walk to beach, stocked with everything you need and very clean. Great trip !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Barrier Dunes 259

Great condo, Great location, Pet friendly We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie N.

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

Wonderful stay

Our family stayed for 10 nights at this condo and everything was wonderful. The home was very clean upon arrival and had easy access around the condo complex. Our family enjoyed everything!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger L.

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

Just Wonderful!

This condo was so comfortable, clean, and well-stocked. We were thrilled with the location and the area. We were so close to both pools and beach access. We loved every minute of our stay and cannot wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

Lovin’ the beach!

Truly enjoyed our stay at the condo. It had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Great beach getaway

The property was easy access to the beach and state park and had all the amenities we needed for a beach getaway. The host was extremely responsive with questions before and after our stay. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy H.

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

We loved it and will be back!

The Caoe never disappoints! Loved the Barrier Dunes and made lots of friends especially the kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skye S.

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

Weekend getaway

An amazingly clean and extremely comfortable stay! I’m 6 months pregnant and slept like a baby in this comfy home. The provided chairs and beach umbrellas were very convenient and helpful! I cannot wait to come back and stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA M.

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

Great family vacation

The property was very well stocked. The unit was clean and well maintained. The owner was very responsive. The bed was very comfortable! Loved being within walking distance to the beach. I was very pleased with my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare P., Atlanta

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

Great week

We loved this property. It was so close to beach and tennis courts. It was clean and had all we needed. Our family had an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott c.

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

Peace and Tranquility!!

Cape San Blas was so peaceful and this rental was the perfect location on the island. It sits just minutes from the State Park with uncrowded beaches and such a laid back vibe. The Condo was clean, nice, and had everything we needed. If you want peace, quiet, and a great place to relax this condo is it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

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

Spendid

We had a wonderful time and absorbed much needed R & R!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Long Weekend in the Sand

We had a wonderful weekend staying in this property. The location was great for us, close to the beach and even closer to 2 different pools. We loved the little ponds and all the wildlife we observed. This section of beach is unbeatable. We traveled with two young kids and their grandmother and I would recommend this property for anyone looking for a low key sandy vacation with family. It was just as advertised!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeni B.

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

Convenient Scalloping

This community is great for kids because it has a tennis court, 2 pools, gulf access and is conveniently located close to the state park entrance where you can launch a boat -
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jacquelyn W.

Good condo in wonderful pet friendly location.

The condo was as advertised and check in was easy. Cape San Blas was wonderful. Quiet and beautiful pet friendly beaches. The condo has easy access. It was clean and inviting. The upstairs however stays hot and was 75 degrees for our entire stay....With the blinds never being opened. We could not locate the outside trash cans but other than that an enjoyable stay. We would book it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

6/10 Okay

Tatyana S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

Overpriced and underwhelming

The property is ok, but costs too much considering what you get and the location. It is very close to other places, and is dated. When we got there, we were met by dog poop right outside the front door. Not very welcoming. Also, the unit could use major updating and increased comfort. Leaving lint on the bedside table and used sponges in the kitchen are not up to the standard of hygiene that is expected given the current pandemic. Overall, the place needs cleaning, the carpets are dated and worn, and the TV is tiny given the space. One of the rooms has a 1990s TV, which is great to sell as retro, but not great for a vacation place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Dodi M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disappointing ... at best :(

Loved Cape San Blas, and the location of this property. Loved the ocean view pool and the near-by State Park. However this unit was ‘tired ... Balcony furniture was moldy and rusty. We had hoped to enjoy our meals outside on the balcony but the rust literally flaked off when you placed thing on the metal table, so we ate inside. The master bedroom carpet had urine stains ALL over it. I do realize it was a pet friendly property, and to expect a little wear and tear but that carpet was awful (with a urine odor to it) I actually slept downstairs in a twin bed after our first night there because of the carpet in the master bedroom. There was all kinds of leftover food in the kitchen cabinets including cans of SPAM and 1/2 empty liquor bottles. The condition of Barrier Dunes as a whole was quite disappointing as well. We rented the unit knowing that it was not ocean front and that the view was of a ‘garden’ ... which turned out to be a large expanse of patchy, weedy grass. The unit we rented was ‘efficient’ and you could tell that the owners have made attempts at making the living room bright and cheerful with the furniture and artwork. But overall ... the unit needs attention, it needs to be freshened up, carpet replaced and especially spruce up the back balcony ... the wood out there was absolutely BLaCK with mildew (and rusted out furniture.)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful townhouse that is really nicely situated to the swimming pools and beach. The townhouse was well equipped for cooking and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew N.

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

Great Family Getaway!

We all enjoyed our time! Even our pup! We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James G.

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

Beach getaway

Took a quick trip to Cape San Blas with my wife and had a great stay at Barrier Dunes. Proximity to pool and beach access was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto D.

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

A great place to stay

The owner is very quick to respond and instructions for the checkin and stay were clear, concise and spot on. The unit is clean, and very cozy. It has everything you will need for your stay and everything works. It is right by the second swimming pool and tennis/Pickleball courts. It is also a very short walk to the beach. And as everything else in Barrier Dunes, it is also a short walk to the clubhouse and the main pool. The beauty of the Cape is it’s peaceful easygoing pace. No big crowds, And if you want even more seclusion there is St. Joseph Peninsula State Park that is just outside of Barrier Dunes and which provides trails and even more secluded beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

June 2024

Very nice condo. Close to second swimming pool and tennis courts. Condo had everything we needed for a weeks stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Excellent property in Barrier Dunes

We really enjoyed our stay. It was a short walk to the beach and we had all the amenities we needed. The smaller pool was just steps away from the property and worked well for my mother with mobility issues. This is our second time staying at Barrier Dunes and we love the low key, family atmosphere! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great owners

We really enjoyed our stay. Beach and pool are both close. When we arrived the upstairs AC was having issues. We called the owners and they had someone out to fix it within 30min. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Great weekend/great place!

Really enjoyed our 2 nights on Cape San Blas at this property. Kitchen had all we needed to cook dinner and breakfast. Very comfortable master King bed. Easy walk to beach. Very clean. Nice drive to Port St Joe for dinner in their restaurant/Main Street area. We loved that it has more than St George Island but much less crowded than PCB or Destin. Would certainly stay again. Thanks for accommodating us! -Ron/Laura
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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I am a retired art teacher from the Chicago area, now moved to LA to be near our new grandchildren. Our family loves the beach at Cape San Blas. Our place is beautifully decorated, and well appointed. We are located 30 seconds to the solar pool and tennis courts, and less than a 2 minute walk over the boardwalks to the beach, clubhouse and pool. We love to bike and hike in the St. Joe Peninsula State Park. We love to eat the great seafood in the nearby restaurants, and listen to live music in the local eateries/pubs. Apalachicola, the second oldest city in FL., is a half hour away.

Why they chose this property

We purchased our townhome in 2004 from an NFL football player. We love the uncrowded, sugary white sand beaches of the Florida panhandle. We enjoy the great fishing eating, shelling, biking,and relaxing at the gated community of Barrier Dunes.

What makes this property unique

We love the small town of Port St. Joe. We shuck our own oysters that we purchase by the pound. We enjoy the most beautiful sunsets over the water. We also enjoy the shopping and great restaurants in historic Appalaciocola, the 2nd oldest city in Florida, only 30 minutes away. Also, we never miss a dinner at the Indian Pass Raw Bar during our visits. We take part in the several local activities whenever we can.

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