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Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Spacious coastal retreat in Cape San Blas! “Dock of the Bay” stunning views
Spacious coastal living room with breathtaking ocean views
perfect for cooking and entertaining in a coastal paradise.
Bright and open kitchen with granite countertops and panoramic ocean views
you’ll love the incredible new master shower

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 21

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families

Sitting on two peaceful acres, this bayfront beauty has everything you need for the perfect escape. Rain or shine, enjoy the scenery from the large screened porch overlooking St. Joe Bay. The home offers wide porches, an open floor plan, plenty of natural light, and enough room for everyone to spread out.

Calling all fishermen!
Dock of the Bay has its own private dock right on the bay—just walk out the door and enjoy fishing, crabbing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply watching the wildlife.

We are only ½ mile from St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, where you can easily launch your boat. Bring your boat, kayaks, or jet skis—there is ample parking space for trailers and multiple vehicles.

Guests love the sugar-white beaches and clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico just minutes away.
For additional savings, feel free to message us on Beach Vacations Facebook before you book.

This spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an open living room, dining area, and a fully stocked kitchen.
Bedroom Layout

Master Bedroom – King bed • Spa-inspired walk-in shower

Guest Bedroom 1 – King bed • Private bathroom

Guest Bedroom 2 – 4 twin beds (perfect for kids!)

Guest Bedroom 3 – 1 twin bed + 1 full bed • Private bathroom

Living Room – Two queen sleeper sofas for extra guests

Home Features

Wi-Fi

Spa-inspired master shower

Washer/Dryer

Fully stocked kitchen with all appliances and essentials

Upgraded furnishings and décor

Fish cleaning station downstairs

Large screened porch overlooking the bay

Wraparound porch for bay breezes and relaxation

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS
Dock of the Bay places you close to the best of Cape San Blas!
Beaches:
• Minutes from some of the best beaches in the U.S.—over 20 miles of white sand, dunes, and crystal-clear water.
Parks & Recreation:
• Salinas Park – Pickleball courts, playground, sand volleyball, boardwalk trails
• Rish Park – Less than a mile away; use their beautiful pool for only $4 per car
• St. Joseph Peninsula State Park – Boat launch, trails, wildlife viewing, beach access
Outdoor Adventures:
• Kayaking
• Snorkeling
• Scalloping
• Stand-up paddleboarding
• Fishing charters
• Dolphin tours
• Horseback riding on the beach
• Biking on Loggerhead Trail
WHY GUESTS LOVE IT
• Quiet, natural setting with stunning sunsets over the bay
• Flexible sleeping arrangements for both small groups and large gatherings
• Ideal for fisherman, outdoor lovers, and families
• Direct bay access + private dock
• Easy drive to beaches, nature trails, restaurants, and activities
• Plenty of parking for cars, trucks, and boat trailers
• Spacious layout perfect for creating memories together

EXTRA EXPERIENCES (Nearby, Additional Cost)
For just a little extra, enjoy:
• Surf & charter fishing
• Scalloping trips
• Snorkeling & diving
• Sunset cruises
• Canoeing & kayaking



NEW ADDITION — Sleeps 12!

We’re excited to offer a brand-new downstairs addition, perfect for larger families, multi-family groups, fishing trips, and reunions!

This new wing features:
• 3 bedrooms, each with two built-in twin beds and one full bed
• Smart TVs in every room
• Shared full bathroom
• Private entry transition area
• Sleeps up to 12 additional guests

This extra space can be added to your reservation for $150 per night + $200 cleaning fee, making it easy to comfortably host everyone in your group.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Cape San Blas, 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. With power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 19 min drive - 24.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. Pig Island is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and the dock makes enjoying the bay so easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarah M.

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

The best bay house on Cape San Blas!!!

Fabulous!!! Fantastic! Amazing!! If you have a family that loves the beach and the bay, there is no place better!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

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

Great time was had by all!

Great time was had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Great experience

We had a great time just relaxing in this awesome home. Host was outstanding which made this beautiful home with a beautiful view of St Joseph’s bay even better. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie F.

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

Nice

Nice place with plenty of parking for trucks with boat trailers.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Perfect Bay Home

We had a wonderful stay!! The view is Amazing! The home is roomy! The a/c works great - always a plus in Florida! 🙂 Woukd definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

brandy m., Defuniak springs fl

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

House was beautiful , great lay out for large group !

Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Nice large house

House was large enough to accommodate 10 grown men for a spring fishing trip. Plenty of parking and the dock was a nice bonus for kayak fishing. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Michael R.

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

Great for anglers!

Very fun property with a dock, and easy to get on the sea trout! It was a huge house very open and plenty of room for all the family, the kitchen was huge!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

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

Wonderful place

Great location. Parking was covered which made unloading the car easy. Wonderful house with an amazing view. Only thing we needed to bring was food to eat
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Family vacation

This is the third time we have stayed at this house. We love the location, dock, area to clean fish and the big screen porch. That’s where we enjoyed sunrises and ate all our meals! We really loved having a second refrigerator! Thank you Nichole for sharing your home!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Dahlonega

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful week!! Beautiful sunrises every morning. The beach was a manageable walk, most every evening there were spectacular sunsets, excerpt for a few rainy days. The kitchen was well stocked and our family had plenty of room to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

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

Beautiful home with amazing views.

Lots of space with open floor plan. Huge back screened in porch. Awesome views and the doc was perfect for our boat. We love the bay and will 100% rent this beautiful home again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Awesome place on the bay

There are many good features about this house. Parking is a big one if you have multiple vehicles and/or a boat and trailer. Also has a big kitchen, ample room and all on one level us a great feature for older travelers. The long dock gives great access to the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Family Time

The home is very roomy with a great location! We enjoyed having a dock for our boat. Our favorite room was the large screened porch to watch sunrises, drink coffee and enjoy each other! Of course the weather was perfect and not to hot so we ate all of our meals outside!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gina M.

Peaceful and relaxing

Very Large nicely furnished home with beautiful view of the bay. The home was cleaned well with the exception of the bathrooms and they could have used more attention. Our stay at the Dock of the Bay was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mileesa B., Houston, TX, USA

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

Peaceful, Beautiful Vacation

This is our 4th time to stay at the property. We love it because the guys love to catch and release from the bay in our backyard. They bay is calm and you can paddleboard or kayak and see the sharks, sea turtles, fish, crabs and stingrays all day long. It is quiet, we can boat to the tip of the penisula or go across the street to the gulf side and swim.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tiffany D.

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

Loved it

We love the house and the view!!! The bay is great, but too shallow for a bigger boat. We had a 27ft sea hunt and could not get in in to the driveway to park there, but everything else was GREAT! Plenty of space, great location, beach toys provided, fish cleaning station, and much more! We would like to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Claudia C.

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

Dock of bay

Very nice rental that we have used in the past. Convenient to the cape and restaurants. Large , comfortable and beautiful views. Steps and docks showing age and need work to get up to previous standards. Property manager is difficult to contact but once contacted is responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Pat B.

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

Unacceptable house

We were very dismayed as we drove on the property. It was not at all as it was described in the listing. Screens were torn, a shutter hanging, water standing all around the property, and trash and debris from workman all around the yard. The inside of the house is dated. Something gross was all over a refrigerator . We use VRBO a lot and have always been pleased. Not this time! The property manager contacted VRBO to refund our money. I’d like a call from someone to adddres this bad situation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy A.

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

Doc of the bay stay.

This is lovely home, however, a lot of little irritating things could've been better. Outlets not working. Torn screens, shower head issues. One bedroom not really a bed room. No closet or dresser. For the amount of money these issues should be addressed. I read some of these same complaints in other reviews months ago.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Maxine M., Lynn Haven, Florida

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Safety and cleanliness

I would have liked to have our cleaning fee refunded. 1) the floors were sandy and had obviously not been mopped 2) we had to buy bleach cleaner and clean the mildew from the showers 3)the kitchen pantry and drawers had debris 4) we had to wash the pot holders before we could use them (they were caked with old food residue) The house has such a nice layout, plenty of room, good location, and the AC worked great. But it really needs some TLC. We did not feel the back porch was a safe place for small children, with only the screening that was loose in places and no railing. And the 16 month old grandson could open the front door by himself. We had to barricade it as best we could.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

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

Super deck & dock!

We really enjoyed this house for Christmas! Love the open kitchen/den/dining floor plan, plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, ample comfortable seating on the massive deck. I spent most of my time on the deck. The kitchen was mostly well-stocked, love the layout and so much counter space. Great covered parking under the house. The view from the back deck is magnificent, and has a great view of the sunrise. The sunset was easily viewed from the front deck. The yard is massive, big enough for a pile of kids to run around. The solar lights on the dock are excellent! The very shallow water along the bay shore looked so inviting but it was too cold when we were there to get in. It would be a superb area to paddleboard or kayak. The control on the master shower is one with no adjustment for volume, with full blast being the only option, so the hot water didn't last very long. But the shower head was great. A few minor things could use some attention, the front porch furniture was rusty and flaky, the windows were dirty, the bottom of the dishwasher was falling off though it seemed to wash the dishes well. I would recommend this house and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ryan H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Neglected Property

FIX THE BACK PORCH BEFORE SOMEBODY DIES! The stairs coming from the screened in back porch to the dock are barely connected at the joists and shakes significantly (fyi I’m an engineer). We were not able to check in until 4 e.s.t., when it was supposed to be 3 p.m. Contractors/painters parked in our front yard the entire stay and would not move. We had young children and that did not make us feel comfortable. Construction was going on next door with the contractors family living in a mobile home on property line. The yard was full of trash and the house was barely clean. Many aspects of the house is nice but for the most part this property is very neglected. Faucets didn’t work, nasty showers, I could go on and on. This property has a ton of potential but I would not stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

christopher s.

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

Started out rough!

The house had not been cleaned and the water was turned off when we arrived. After contacting the owners....they apaulogised and refunded our cleaning fee appropriately. But that was all we got....we still had to clean the house ourselves after a long drive to get there before we could go to bed. The next day a cleaning staff showed up and cleaned while we were there. Think we should have been refunded some of our rental price.....the cleaning fee paid to us at the very least since we cleaned the house ourselves. You go on vacation to keep the house clean while you are there...not clean up after the people before you. Other than that rough start....we made it work and enjoyed ourselves. There is a kayak at the house that has a crack in the bottom . Should be removed from the property. We put it in only to have it start to sink . Had to drain and take back...long walk down the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Johns

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Hi! Thanks for stopping by our homepage. My name is Nicole Johns and I am married to Roy Johns. I manage this house for my boss and have for over six years now. We treat this place like our own. We love coming down and making sure the house is ready for our guests each season. We are very much hands on. We have great cleaners that do a great job for us and our guests. We are on social media through facebook. We hope you find our place to be comfortable, clean, and a great place to make wonderful family or friend memories to last a lifetime.

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