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Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9148 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue

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Port Saint Joe, FL
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Port St. Joe

At this holiday home, you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a balcony. .Home features 2.5 bathrooms, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. A kitchen and an iron/ironing board are also available. .In proximity to this Port St. Joe holiday home you'll find Mexico Beach.

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 12 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 35 min drive - 51.8 km
  • Mexico Beach - 40 min drive - 59.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Emerald Isle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 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.

Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach

Twenty steps. That's the distance from Gulf Breeze's front door to the beach walkover at Cape San Blas. Not a short walk, not a quick stroll — twenty steps to some of the most unspoiled Gulf Coast shoreline in Florida. This end-unit townhome in the gated Barrier Dunes community sits in the first row facing the Gulf, and every inch of it is designed to make you feel as close to the water as possible without getting your feet wet inside.

🌊 20 steps to the beach walkover — first-tier beachfront end unit
🐾 Dog friendly — bring up to 2 dogs to one of Cape San Blas's most beautiful beaches
🛏️ Sleeps 9 — two king suites, loft with 3 twins, queen sleeper sofa
👑 Both bedrooms are king suites with private ensuite baths — no sharing required
🏊 Access to gulf-front and interior community pools in Barrier Dunes
🚗 2-car covered carport + stocked beach closet at ground level
🏄 Beach cart, beach chairs, cooler, buckets & shovels all included
💳 $35/day credit toward beach gear rentals (stays of 3–21 nights)
🌐 High-speed WiFi + Smart TV in every bedroom
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with Keurig, drip coffee maker & spice rack
👶 Pack 'n Play and high chair available
🔒 Gated community — quiet, secure, and steps from the water

This is the kind of beach house that works beautifully for multigenerational families. The adults each claim a king suite upstairs — both with private ensuite baths and their own balconies — while the kids pile into the loft with three twin beds and their own TV nook. Nobody is fighting over bathroom time, nobody is sleeping on a pull-out in the living room, and everybody wakes up within earshot of the Gulf. Start your mornings with coffee on the main deck, watching the water from the dining table while the gas grill warms up for breakfast. By the time you've eaten, the beach is calling — and it's literally twenty steps away. Spend afternoons in the surf, at the community pool, or settled into the bay window seat with a book from the home's collection. Evenings back on the deck, the sun dropping into the Gulf, your dog stretched out at your feet — this is what Cape San Blas is all about.

The main level is open and airy, with a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar with three barstools, a generous dining area, living room with sleeper sofa, a cozy bay window seat, and a half bath. The large beachfront deck with gas grill and dining set is where the group will naturally end up morning, afternoon, and evening.

Bedrooms

King Master Suite (second floor) — Gulf-view deck, private ensuite bath, Smart TV
King Guest Suite (second floor) — private balcony, private ensuite bath, Smart TV
Loft — 3 twin beds, TV area — the perfect kids' retreat
Living Room — queen sleeper sofa for additional guests
Full-size washer and dryer conveniently located between the two bedroom suites

Kitchen & Common Areas
Fully stocked kitchen with all appliances, Keurig, drip coffee maker, spice rack, and starter supplies. Family games, books, ceiling fans, and central A/C throughout. Bay window seat in the dining room — one of those charming details that makes Gulf Breeze feel more like a home than a rental.

Outdoor & Ground Level
Large Gulf-view deck with gas grill and outdoor dining, hot and cold outdoor shower, 2-car covered carport, stocked beach closet, beach cart, and the shortest walk to the water you'll find in Barrier Dunes.

Guest Access
Full private use of the entire townhome. Barrier Dunes community amenities — gulf-front pool, interior pool, and private beach access — included for all guests.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Scuba diving 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,593 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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.

Property is also known as

Newly Redone 1st Tier END Unit Just 20 Steps to Beach Walkover!
1022
SPEC MAY 4 8 1st Tier END UNIT 20 STEPS to Beach ** Pools/Tennis

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach?

The closest beach to Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach is Mexico Beach (20.8 km).

Does Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach?

No, Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Gulf-View Townhome·Dog Friendly·Steps to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mallory F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen was fully equipped and the beach access was beyond wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

April L.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACY B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a very relaxing vacation. The town home was just steps from the beach and very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby C., Knoxville, Tn

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Ocean view, a few steps to the beach. Can’t go wrong.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

Everything we needed was there! It was just as listed/described. Very convenient to the beach: literally steps. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

New favorite place

Cape San Blas is an amazing beach free from commercialism of other beaches. Beautiful and quiet with the prettiest sunsets I’ve seen. The co do was steps from the beach and close to the grocery/ice cream place in the cape. We are already planning next years stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Views!! You will be pleasantly surprised by the wonderful views from both decks. Condo was exactly as pictured. Very clean. Great dishes in kitchen, so close to beach. Would definitely stay again. Property management was extremely helpful with updates on a couple of random events ( not in their control) .
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun for the entire family!

The dog accomodations were a huge selling point! Thank you for allowing the entire family to enjoy family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Fall Break

We had a great time. Really enjoyed staying in Gulf Breeze. Would absolutely love it if it were updated. However, would stay there again. All the amenities were nice. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place with multiple views of the gulf. Tons of nice people with advice for local fare. Plenty of room for up to 10 people. We’re planning to return there soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Perfect location in Barrier Dunes

My family truly enjoyed every minute of our stay in "Gulf Breeze" on Cape San Blas. I traveled with my husband, two kids (ages 6 and 9), my parents, and our dog. While I thought it would be nice to have tennis and pools available, the weather was so nice and we only used them once or twice. We mostly spent our time on the beach which is beautiful with white sand and pretty water. My parents stayed in Port St. Joe the week before and have consistently noted that Cape San Blas has the pretty sand and water and also has way more shells! We also really enjoyed the turtle pond in Barrier Dunes. Tons of turtles big and tiny come up to say hi. We rented bikes for one day but wish we had them all week because the condos are conveniently located near the State Park and an easy ride to Coneheads where we liked to get Blue Bell ice-cream. We had a fire on the beach twice and loved having our dog with us. Condo was set with everything needed. The kids loved the loft but be prepared to hunch over when up there. Perfect for kids though. The stairs to the loft slightly terrified me only because if kids wake up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom on the floor below then they need to be able to see. We just left the hallway light on for this reason and it was fine. Also the draws aren't great in the rooms but minor con. We saw quite a few snakes while there too! Kinda freaky, kinda cool! We also saw dolphins almost every day, multiple kinds of crabs, and someone caught a 5'5" shark!! This unit is in a perfect spot, you can still see the water and it is a short walk to the beach but you save some $$$ by not being directly on the beach. Beach cart was great for moving chairs from the carport to the beach each day. Carport is tight but we made it work. Also the beach is more crowded because of the condos but did not bother us as everyone is friendly and still beats the crowds typical for beaches like Ft. Myers. If you want to feel secluded then rent a house. Visit Apalachicola if you need a break from the beach, cute town on the water with lots of fun shops and good restaurants. There are a couple restaurants on the Cape but we only ate out twice the entire week! Catching fish on the beach helped : ) All in all a fantastic vacation and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018