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

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A wooden deck with a glass door leading to a beach view, including a pier and palm trees.
A coastal residential area with multiple houses, a clear view of the ocean, and a dock extending into the water.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area with chairs, and a large window overlooking the ocean.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a large flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, and a comfortable sofa.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

About the area

Port St. Joe

This holiday home places you steps from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and within a 10-minute stroll of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 4.5 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and a phone. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Port St. Joe holiday home, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Palmer Beach and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Pig Island.
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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 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Palmer Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 9.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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


This listing is for the 4-bedroom main house only (sleeps 15). The optional 3-bedroom downstairs addition (sleeps 12 more) is available for an additional fee."
Bayfront Retreat with Private Dock – Sleeps 15 (Main House)

Nestled on two peaceful acres overlooking beautiful St. Joe Bay, Dock of the Bay is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and enjoy everything Cape San Blas has to offer. Rain or shine, you'll love taking in the views from the large screened porch while watching the sunrise, wildlife, and spectacular sunsets over the bay.

With spacious wraparound porches, an open floor plan, abundant natural light, and plenty of room to spread out, this home is ideal for families, fishing trips, and group vacations.

Calling All Fishermen!

Step outside to your own private dock on St. Joe Bay, where you can fish, crab, launch a kayak or paddleboard, or simply relax by the water.

Located just ½ mile from St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, you'll have easy access to one of the area's best public boat launches. Bring your boat, jet skis, kayaks, and trailers—there's plenty of parking for multiple vehicles.

The beautiful sugar-white beaches and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico are only minutes away.

WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THIS RENTAL

The base rental includes the MAIN HOUSE ONLY, which comfortably sleeps up to 15 guests.

Main House Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 15)
Master Bedroom: King bed with spa-inspired walk-in shower
Guest Bedroom 1: King bed with private bathroom
Guest Bedroom 2: Four twin beds (great for kids)
Guest Bedroom 3: One twin bed and one full bed with private bathroom
Living Room: Two queen sleeper sofas
Main House Amenities
Private bayfront dock
Large screened porch overlooking St. Joe Bay
Wraparound porch
Fully stocked kitchen
Wi-Fi
Washer & dryer
Spa-inspired master shower
Fish cleaning station
Upgraded furnishings and décor

OPTIONAL DOWNSTAIRS ADDITION (NOT INCLUDED IN BASE RENTAL)

Please note: The downstairs addition is NOT included when you reserve the main house.

If your group needs additional sleeping space, the downstairs addition may be rented for an additional fee, subject to availability.

Downstairs Addition Features
Sleeps up to 12 additional guests
Three bedrooms
Each bedroom includes:
Two built-in twin beds
One full bed
Smart TV in every bedroom
Shared full bathroom
Private entrance
Additional Cost
$150 per night
$200 cleaning fee

If you're interested in adding this space, simply send us a message before booking, and we'll be happy to answer questions and provide additional photos.

Main House: Sleeps 15

Main House + Optional Addition: Sleeps up to 27 guests

Nearby Attractions

Dock of the Bay is conveniently located near many of Cape San Blas' most popular attractions.

Beaches

Just minutes from over 20 miles of sugar-white sand, crystal-clear water, and beautiful Gulf beaches.

Parks & Recreation
Salinas Park – Pickleball, playground, volleyball, and boardwalk trails
Rish Park – Public pool available for only $4 per vehicle
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park – Boat launch, hiking, wildlife viewing, and beach access
Outdoor Adventures
Fishing
Scalloping
Snorkeling
Paddleboarding
Kayaking
Dolphin tours
Charter fishing
Sunset cruises
Horseback riding on the beach
Biking along Loggerhead Trail
Why Guests Love Dock of the Bay
Peaceful bayfront setting with unforgettable sunsets
Private dock for fishing, crabbing, and kayaking
Minutes from Cape San Blas beaches
Plenty of parking for boats, trailers, and multiple vehicles
Spacious layout for families and groups
Optional downstairs addition available for larger gatherings

For additional savings, feel free to message us through Beach Vacations Facebook before booking.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Fall of 2018 Openings!
NOW BOOKING FOR SPRING SUMMER 2020
New Dock Amazing View Big Back Porch
Last minute Opening for the coming weekend.
WE ARE READY FOR YOU! BOOK NOW FOR SUMMER 2020
Come Enjoy Fall at our beautiful home on the Cape

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

Yep, Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families is a short 13-minute walk from Palmer Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

No, Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & New Addition—Perfect for Large Families?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect for us had 10 guys and we had plenty of room. Will be booking again for our yearly trip
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House was beautiful , great lay out for large group !

Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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