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Beach
Exterior
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Large Master

Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

outside shower

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS

** Virtually walk through the property with us: https://youtu.be/Gr60moqB8J4

Newly remodeled after the hurricane with brand new flooring! Brand new open, modern gourmet kitchen with farm sink, new refrigerator/freezer, range/stove, and dishwasher. See the ocean and pool (shared by 6 houses)from the family room, or sit out on the huge front porch with Adirondack chairs. Also, there is a new 55" flat screen tv and an
in-cabinet electric fireplace for those cool, romantic nights. There are two master bedrooms with king-sized beds and private baths. All pictures were taken May 2024. Monthly discounts don't apply from May thru October.

The Chunky Monkey also has its own private outside shower and bathroom and two separate places to rinse the sugar-white sand off your feet (1st & 2nd floor). Clean your fish on an outside table with its own water supply on the other side of the carport. Kids love to clean up in the open-air shower and run into the house clean!

Walk into the front door to a bright, spacious great room with a well-stocked kitchen (K-cup Friendly coffee maker), open to two dining areas and a living room with a 55" flat-screen TV to watch your favorite Netflix obsession. There are 2 tables to keep puzzles out, play card games, or seat 14 for an epic dinner party! Surf the web on our WIFI network or enjoy a smart TV in every bedroom. There is also an extra full-sized refrigerator downstairs for all your party supplies! A gas grill is available for your cookouts.

On the first floor, there are two bedrooms: A KING-size bed in one room with 10" plush memory foam mattress. a sizable hall bath; and a kids' bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds. A recent addition to the "Kids Room" are 2 sets of bunk beds, all with double memory foam mattresses....6" memory foam top bunk, and an 8" memory foam so the room can accommodate adults as well as kids. There are new black-out curtains in all the bedrooms so while on vacation you can enjoy sleeping particularly the little ones. My daughter's little ones slept an hour longer every morning so she was thrilled!!

On the second floor, you will find the master suite with a huge private balcony, KING-size bed, pillow-top mattress, HUGE walk-in closet, and private en-suite bath with double sinks, separate shower, and jacuzzi tub for 2. A Walk-in closet could even be a bedroom for young kids.

There is a second bright bedroom on the second floor with a KING-size bed, pillow-top mattress, office desk and chair, ceiling fan, large closet, and en-suite bath.

The 3rd floor has an "eagles nest" viewing balcony where you can have wine or cocktails and enjoy the beautiful view.

Scallop Cove/General Store is only a few steps away right across the street! They have everything--clothes, gifts, hot food, bike rentals, video games, gas, fishing equipment, licenses & bait. My kids make 2-3 trips a day for hand-scooped ice cream, candy, you name it! I too find it convenient for that one little thing I forgot to get at the store. Also right across the street is Beach Planet where you can pick up an extra swimsuit, CSB gifts and resort wear.

Discover the serenity of a family vacation in "old" Florida. There are no HIGHRISES on Cape San Blas so the beach is empty compared to Destin or PCB. Get out of the rat race and go back in time...a slower time. Bring your paddleboard or kayak, or you can rent one right across the street. Be with nature on the long walking trail that takes you to the state park at the end of the cape where the ocean and bay unite--on the list of one of the best beaches in the world.

If you get up early enough you might just see the tracks of female Giant Sea Turtle as she makes her way up the beach to lay eggs and then returns to the sea. Or hunt for that perfect shell as you stroll on the beach in the early morning breeze with your coffee in hand. The dolphins might just follow you as you walk along the beach. They love to frolic early in the morning.

Lounge under an umbrella while the kids build sandcastles and swim in the surf. Bring your fishing rods and catch your dinner...the whiting and red snapper are great. Sip your wine and watch the sunset from any of the 3 decks. Take the kids out "crab spotting" at night for a fun time they will never forget. Make snow angels in the sand under the incredible Milky Way at night. You can see more stars than you have ever dreamed of seeing. Build bonfires, roast marshmallows, and make yummy smores. Be sure to go scalloping down at St. Joe Park in July. It is only a mile or two away. Discover this special oasis and make it an annual trip with your family. If you have baby needs (crib, stroller,car seat etc) you can rent them through this website:
https://www.babyquip.com?a=fb633e5

During the Summer (May 15-Sept15) the house rents from Saturday to Saturday. During the rest of the year, there is a 4 night minimum stay.

Keywords: 2800 -3 story House with Eagle's Nest, pool, 3 master king bed suites, Cape San Blas, gulf coast, vacation rental, Florida panhandle, , Wifi, office

Instagram & Facebook: @ChunkyMonkeyBeachHouse

Property manager

Susan Duke

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
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 2 pets 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 14 min drive - 10.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS 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 Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps From The Oceanfront! Pool, Pet Friendly, Wifi, king beds! WEEKLY DISCOUNTS located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Pig Island and within 3 miles (5 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and Cape San Blas Lighthouse. T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Port St. Joe Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodney B.

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

Great Place.We loved it!

We stayed for the week of New Years and had a great stay. Loved the layout of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay at Chunky Monkey

We loved our stay at Chunky Monkey. The location on the Cape was great. It was nice having Scallop Cover general store right behind us. The house was great overall! Very spacious and the beds were comfortable. The kitchen has everything you'll need! We went 2 days after Hurricane Helene. We were so thankful the owners did everything they could to ensure we could still go. Unfortunately, the storm washed out the stairs to our beach, so we couldnt get down the giant drop off. It seemed as though they were being fixed as we were leaving. My only complaint is regarding the "pet friendly" listing of the home. It is not pet friendly. Sure, your dog can go...however you will be greeted by a letter letting you know your pet is absolutely not allowed on any furniture or beds. To me, that is not pet friendly and is information that should be known before booking. May I suggest providing sheets or covers to put over the couches? Also, there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property as the listing states. And contrary to apparently their belief - it is a thing at the beach too. Overall, our stay was great. We appreciate you allowing us to stay in your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

September 2024

While our time at Chunky Monkey was cut short due to mandatory evacuation from Hurricane Helene, we can attest to how clean and well appointed this home was. Had we been able to stay, our family would have had ample room to stretch out. It is so close to the beach it cannot be beat. The property management rep and owner were easy to communicate with and very helpful when we needed to leave quickly. We would rent Chunky Monkey again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

We love Chunky Monkey!!

This was our first time staying at the Chunky Monkey! This house was a great fit for our family and had everything we have been looking for in a rental(plenty of room for everyone to have a room and access to a bathroom, open floor plan with enough room for us to all eat together, a pool, plenty of parking and a very close access to the beach…just to name a few:) The owner(Susie) is very easy to communicate with and got back to us quickly when we had questions! We loved this house and the location! We definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Beach weekend

Nice house, great location with beach access and pool. Not overcrowded or over developed area. Very relaxing! Lots of stairs but that’s typical for an elevated house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy and Bob F.

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

Family Vacation

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Wilcox Family Vacation

First time to Cape San Blas and we loved it. Hunky Monkey was more than what we expected. Location is great for the Cape and easy to get to shopping and restaurants in Port St Joe. Pool at your front door and beach about 70 yards away. Owner was great and were sent a Welcome letter prior to arriving with all pertinent info. Will definitely book again. Great time and great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

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

my trip

had a great time will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirby g.

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

Family vacation

House was fabulous and perfect for our extended family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Quiet, cozy, beautiful.

The property is beautiful, well cared for and well appointed. The location is perfect…steps from the pool and beach. We loved our time and can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl T.

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

Grand time on the Cape!

The chunky monkey was an ideal place for an extended family vacation! The home was lovely, the beach was a short walk away and the location was easy travel distance to the places we lovely to visit. We thank Susie and her property manager, Jenny, for this memorable stay! We plan to go again and again!
Stayed 38 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

CASEY J.

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

Excellent

Very nice place to stay! As advertised
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our family had such a great time at the Chunky Monkey. Beautiful home, very clean, well stocked kitchen and perfect layout. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

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

Another Great Stay!

This was our second time to rent this property and we were equally satisfied this time as we were before. Location is great and the property was well-stocked for our family's needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

Family beach time

The Chunky Monkey worked perfectly for our family. The beach was steps away and the pool was great! The store right across the had a good selection including ice for the kids and craft beer on tap. Cone Heads 8020 had excellent food. Cape San Blas is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Family Vacation

Great location. Loved the house and name, favorite ice cream. Steps from the beach. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Great house in Cape San Blas

House is comfortable for 12 people in my family. Love the location to the beach. Pool was great to have so close. Cape San Blas is a beautiful spot in Florida.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael A.

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

Disappointing

First, to be clear this response is not about the Chunkey Monkey itself as my family and I were not able to stay in the home. This review is of the rental experience and the area. This was our first trip to Cape San Blas and we were very pleased with the area and what it has to offer. The personnel at Cape San Blas Realty and Property Management and Persnell’s Boat Rentals were both awesome! However, the home rental experience was disappointing to say the least. Upon arrival at 3:30PM on Saturday, July 15, 2023 we found cars parked and people coming outside to go to the pool from the Chunkey Monkey. Much to our surprise! We learned the week of July 15, 2023 – July 22, 2023, which had been booked and paid for in October 2022, had been double booked and we were the losers. Four hours later we were provided with the access code and address for our new stay for the week. However, it was much less than the house we had paid for. The square footage was smaller, no sunsets (we had to drive to see one), only 1 king bed, only 2 ceiling fans in the entire house just to name a few differences. After getting over the shock, we did make the best of our time together and enjoyed the area and what it has to offer. We have learned a lot and this survey is to remind everyone BEWARE AS YOU NEVER KNOW. We have rented through VRBO for years in a variety of locations but to say to the least it might be our last.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon o., Dahlonega

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

Awesome family trip!

This property was as listed. Plenty of room, comfy beds, plenty of hot water, great beach area and close to the beach! We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for us!

The house is in a wonderful location to the beach and the gas station! Beach is just steps away. Pool is even closer. It is spacious and beds are comfortable. The bathrooms are a little outdated but work just fine! The master bedroom is seriously huge. I would absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint M.

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

Great House & Location

We loved the pool and location. Susie was aways very communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

bob r.

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

Family vacation...

This was a fantastic choice glad we found it and will come back in the future ! Everything the listing says is true it is beautiful ! Plus we caught a 12' 825lb Hammerhead Shark off shore at 8:45P.M, stay of a lifetime...
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Sam G.

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

Chunky Monkey Did Not Disappoint!

We had a fantastic time staying at the Chunky Monkey! 3 families (6 adults; 7 kids ages 12-5) - plenty of space for us all! The home is nicely done and decorated, it was very clean with many amenities. The short walk over the boardwalk to the beach was just fine for our families. Location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. The only downside was the pool is not heated and only 1 roll of toilet paper per BR (knowing what was included ahead would have been helpful). Great place and would recommend to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great stay!

The property was just as advertised, maybe better! Easy walk to the beautiful Cape San Blas beach and a general store right across the street. Comfortable beds, wonderful decks, lots of space and some of the best cookware I’ve used in a rental.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Duke

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Years ago, I put a picture of a beach house on my refrigerator hoping and praying that one day I would be lucky enough to have one for myself. Five years later I bought the lot, and built the house myself with custom features. The Chunky Monkey is a true labor of love, as my Bernese Mountain dog Bailey and I used to come and literally sleep under the stars while the house was being built. I built it not just for my family to enjoy, but for other families to make special memories in as well. I hope you find your family magic here as we have.

Why they chose this property

Location. Location. Location. Private pool with a view of the ocean and bay, and within easy walking distance to two businesses. Don't feel like making coffee? Walk right across the street and get a fresh brewed cup with a homemade sausage & egg biscuit.

What makes this property unique

2 person jacuzzi in master bath.
pool
Convenient boardwalk to beach....about 450 ft.
Muliple porches to enjoy the cool night air.
Office/computer desk
2 king-size beds with pillow-top mattresses
I king -size bed with memory foam mattress
Outside shower and toilet
High-speed wifi and office computer desk

Languages:

English