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Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars

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Private pool & spa with prime location in Windmarks  “Beachside” phase
LOCATION, LOCATION! Easily walkable to beach, food, drinks & ice cream 🏝️ 🥗🍹🍦
Welcome to VistaBlu- the best of Windmark Beach!
Elevate your next vacation- two grill stations, pool, hot tub, tiki toss & more!
The Beach!  Boardwalk #5 is at the back door & leads right here 🏡 😎 🏖️

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10187.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Windmark Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Saint Joe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mexico Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk bedroom #3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Outdoor shower

Shower only · Shampoo

Powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars

Welcome to VISTABLU beach house!

Experience the best Windmark has to offer. Your group will be close to everything with a private pool, hot tub, views of St. Joe Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Town center, restaurants, ice cream, beaches, bike trails and frozen drinks are all right here. House is meticulously maintained with everything you need to stay comfortably awhile.

Highlights include:

- Private pool & hot tub (heated on request)
- Fast/free WiFi
- Easy parking
- Direct beach access with Boardwalk
- Free beach chairs, umbrella & wagon
- (3) Furnished screened porches
- Fully stocked kitchen- (3) coffee makers with pods & k-cups
- Two grills- Weber gas grill & Green Egg charcoal
- Smart TVs in every room
- Washer/dryer
- Great food options within walking distance
(Ice cream & candy shop, Bruno’s pizza & fine dining at The View)
- Enjoy miles of pristine undeveloped beaches
- Easy to book and calendar is updated in real time.

Details:

Located in St Joe Beach near Port St. Joe & Mexico Beach, FL in the Windmark Beach neighborhood. Beautiful views with boardwalk direct to the beach from the back door. Roast s’mores on the beach (no permit required, please do check for local burn bans during dry weather). Grill your catch of the day, a steak or smoke ribs- there is a green egg and gas grill available for guests to use during their stay. Private heated pool and spa included.

Community pool is heated (Nov-Feb) and close by too- Windmark Beach has a resort style zero entry pool with on-site restaurants & bars ranging from fine dining to delicious wood fired pizza, The View at Windmark & Bruno’s Pizza. Take it to go and eat by the pool or beach. Just steps away- The Mill offers a full bar, liquor store, marketplace & regular live music. The fitness facility at Windmark Beach has regular classes and offers daily & weekly guest passes. R&R Outfitters has all your beach and bike rental needs covered. The sweet shop is a kid favorite- they have ice cream, candy, cold drinks and basic supplies ranging from baking supplies to bait and tackle.

Accommodations for up to (10) guests include 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, outdoor shower, full kitchen, (3) private screened porches, paver walkways with two grills and outdoor fire pit. This home was built in 2020. Your stay includes free WiFi, (4) smart TVs- in the living room and in all bedrooms, (4) light & comfy Tommy Bahama backpack beach chairs with attached coolers, Tommy Bahama umbrella with anchor, red rider wagon (one person can easily transport everything to the beach), ISLE inflatable paddle board, fine linens & luxurious towels are supplied with your stay, home is fully furnished with glassware, plates utensils and cookware. Big Green Egg & Weber gas grill, Nespresso, Kuerig & drip coffee makers w/ coffee grinder, blender, bottle opener, waffle iron, grill utensils & oven mitts, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, knife block & sharpener, toaster, board games (Chess, Clue, Kids Against Maturity & Jenga). Whirlpool washer/dryer, extra hangers, blankets, large bed swing on the back porch (great for sunsets & water views), two front porch swings (our favorite sunrise and morning coffee spot). Pack n play, booster seat and other items available upon request.

Lots of good food options nearby. Whether you want fine dining, seafood, pizza or a grocery store to cook your own meal- Windmark Beach & Port St Joe has it covered. The Mill, The View & Bruno’s Pizza are all walkable distance (less than five minutes). Uptown Raw Bar, Shipwrecked, Sparky’s, White Marlin, Dagwoods, Joe Moma’s Pizza & Cat 5 are all close by quality restaurants. The local Piggly Wiggly is an easy 5min drive, there is also a Dollar General Marketplace that’s like a mini Walmart nearby.

Great fishing right from the beach. Also there are plenty of nearby marinas and boat ramps to access St. Joe Bay, the Gulf of Mexico and the Inter coastal waterway. St. Joe Peninsula is a hot spot for fishing along with several reefs close by and the inshore fishing is great too! Check out the brand new Point South Marina for boat rentals, fishing excursions, sunset cruises, dining and more.

Nature all around- on your stay you might see dolphin, bald eagle, rays, pelicans, herons, sand pipers, lots of shells, the occasional bobcat & black bear, awesome sunrises & sunsets & maybe a deer or two. Go searching or hiking around St. Joe Bay and the Cape and you might spot an alligator or manatee too!

St Joe Bay Golf Club is open to the public and a short 10min drive from the house on the East side of Port St Joe- this is a fun little course for everyone to enjoy. They have a pool, on-site restaurant, putting green, driving range and 18 hole golf course. Gulf county bought the golf course after Hurricane Michael and consistent improvements are being made. Dagwoods (a local favorite restaurant downtown) runs the kitchen here so the food is way above average for a local muni. The course layout is simple but challenging with water on 14 of the 18 holes.

We want your vacation to be a positive and memorable experience. Before your stay we will send a welcome email with more local information and contact info for everything from food and drinks to fishing guides and surfing lessons. Please let us know prior to arrival if you have any special requests- we would love to help and host your next vacation!

Thank you for checking out VistaBlu, book your vacation today!

Property manager

Joey Johnston
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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)
No pets allowed on furniture or bedding please
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. Constitutional Convention Museum State Park and Constitution Convention Museum State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mexico Beach Park, or check out an event or a game at Shark Field. 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

  • Windmark Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mexico Beach - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 39 min drive - 40.1 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 82 min drive - 51.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pauls Barbque - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Joe Mama's Wood Fired Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar & Grille - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars 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 Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool & Hot Tub, close proximity to restaurants, ice cream, beach & bars located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is steps from Windmark Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Saint Joe Beach. Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

The perfect family vacation!

If you are looking for a spacious house that has easy access to the beach and is in a beautiful community, this is it! Took my family "3 adults and 3 kids" to this area of florida for the first time. It was absolutely perfect! House is 100% as advertised was very clean upon arrival. My kids loved the pool and playing at the beach which was never packed like Panama city and other popular beach spots near here. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel B.

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

Effective Vacation

This property was clean, well kept, simply elegant and what our family needed to bring everyone together for time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal L.

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

Family getaway

Our family decided on Port St. Joe for spring break with a surprise visit from our oldest who is in the Air Force. We have stayed in the area before, but never here. The house had everything we needed! It is in a great location to the beach (which we were at most of the time) and the pool was an added bonus, which the kids spent most of the afternoons in. It was clean, spacious, and beautiful place to have fun but also relax.Joey was a great host and ensured we had everything we needed, and even provided a detailed email upon our arrival. He included several restaurant ideas, shops, and rental ideas. We thoroughly enjoyed Shoobie’s ice cream shop and renting bikes. We had a ton of laughs when playing the games that he provided in the house.We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Christmas Getaway

We had a wonderful time staying here! The weather was in the 60’s and the heated pool was perfect. It was a little cooler than expected one morning, and I contacted the host and he graciously made a change and it was perfect the rest of the time. I mentioned the water was a little cloudy and the pool guy was there that day to treat it. Everything was great! Easy walk to a non crowded beautiful beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Wedding week

Enjoyed a week before our niece’s wedding. Beautiful house, excellent experience! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

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

Nice property!

Overall, this is a great place for relaxing family vacation. Owner is very responsive. Only trade-off was having a nice walkable neighborhood and a private swimming pool, with a less than desirable beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Perfect Family location

This property was more than a vacation rental. It felt like a home. Very nice place and kid friendly. They thought of everything we could've ever needed! The child proof gates to the pool provided peace of mind. Friendly neighborhood with short walk to the beach. Special thanks to the host for being helpful and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD C.

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

Loved it

Absolutely no problem! Joey was of great help and a pleasure to chat with. 5 star property
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Not Long Enough...

We enjoyed a wonderful spring getaway at VistaBlu and it did not disappoint. The location is absolutely perfect in Windmark with easy access to the city center as well as the beach. The property was beyond clean when we arrived, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Having a pool with a hot tub makes VistaBlu stand out amongst the rest. We only wish we could have stayed longer. We look forward to returning to this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fun with L.

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

Great family beach vacation

We had such a great time! The house is clean and decorated beautifully. We loved hanging at the pool in the backyard and it was a short walk to the beach made it convenient. We had 2 bonfires on the beach. The neighborhood is also wonderful for families. There were events in the evening and restaurants that make it easy if you don’t want to drive. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

A 5 Star Experience!

This property was incredible! My husband and I stayed with our two kids (5 & 7) and the house was perfect. From the sunsets on the back screened in porch to the amazing pool in the community - we loved it! Joey our host communicated well and so helpful before and during our stay. We can’t wait to go back next year and rent again! Thank you so much Joey for an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda D.

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

Peacefully Perfect Property

This property is 5 ⭐️ , my wife and have been visiting the Gulf Coast for years and stayed in condos and homes from Gulf Shores to Panama City beach, we’ve never stayed in a more prepared and well thought out property in all our years. This made it very easy to relax and enjoy our time off, thanks for a wonderful experience. Jeff D
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn R., Indianapolis

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

Very relaxing stay

We loved the stay. Port St. Joe and the wind mark beach area are very nice. The home was awesome. A short walk to the beach and the sunsets are amazing! Highly recommend the area and the property we stayed in. It was very nice , super clean and just like the pictures online. Me and my family had a great time! Highly recommend The View restaurant as well. We are there 3 times during our stay. Joey the property host was very attentive and checked often during our vacation if we needed anything to make our stay more enjoyable. We will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

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

Beautiful Beach House - Excellent Location

Our family of 5 had a wonderful week at this beautiful property! The home is beautiful and well maintained. Excellent location - quick walk to the beach, and a short walk or bike ride to the “downtown” area and pool. The beach is beautiful and peaceful. We loved bike riding around the community, on the bike paths and to the pool! Fun bike rides to get ice cream or coffee at the local The Mill Mercantile. The owner was so kind, helpful and accommodating during our stay. It was a wonderful week, we highly recommend this property and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Fisherpeople friendly

All good except for the beach. Expected white sand like Mexico Beach. Also, kitchen was not especially well stocked with utensils. I think this property would be perfect for adults that aren’t spending time on beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Awesome beach house at Windmark!

We had a wonderful time on our vacation in Port St. Joe! This was our first time to this beach and we had a great experience renting from Joey. We were given all the information for check in beforehand and he gave us detailed information on everything from restaurant recommendations to beach/bike rentals. The beach house was so comfortable for us all (4 kids/teens & 3 adults). We had everything we needed to cook there at the house too. We enjoyed riding our bikes around as well as paddle boarding and watching sunsets on the beach. We would come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

The amazing VistaBlu

Wonderfully modern beach experience; very comfortable throughout. Exceptionally clean and guest ready! Large flatscreens everywhere. Awesome master suite with best master shower ever; the moto bed was the bomb! Balcony for early morning coffee and incredible sunrises! Beach water toys with a wagon to haul them; even a quality paddle board! Back porch, featuring porch bed swing for lazy napping, leading to private back yard oasis and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Five Stars for VistaBlu!

VistaBlu was perfect vacation home for our family. Loved having the pool to cool off in with 18 mo old! Beach walk was convenient & loved the beach wagon, chairs & paddle board for our use. Great to walk for pizza at Bruno's & ice cream. We rented bikes from R&R Outfitters & rode in the neighborhood for miles! The house has porches, swings & places for everyone to curl up with a book. Beach was easy walk on boardwalk & not subject to riptides like other beaches Owner provided great info on the area & was available for any questions. We loved VistaBlu & will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

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

Perfect for families

This property was absolutely perfect for our family of 5 and friends (family of 4). Kids shared the bunk room and the living space was comfortable for all of us. The house is beautiful with a well stocked kitchen, including plenty of pantry space for storage. The outdoor extras (beach chairs, umbrella, paddle board, and more) were greatly appreciated. The neighborhood is the perfect little beach town: quiet, friendly, walkable, with a local sweet shop the kids loved. The beach wasn’t crowded and the calm waters made for long, relaxing days down by the water with the little ones. The host was also very kind and responsive and gave excellent tips. A true 5-star gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Beautiful and relaxing...

The home is beautiful and comfortable and clean. The village in the community is fun, friendly and easily accessible by walking or golf-cart. Having a private pool is perfect for night time dips and the neighborhood pool is large and fun with a bar and food available..the kids loved this. The back porch bed swing was a favorite place to read and enjoy morning coffee and the sandy backyard saw a 3 generations or "boys" practicing baseball together. The beach is an easy picturesque walk from the house and its not crowded, Occasional marine (manatees, crabs, dolphins and jumping fish can be seen.) It is a more natural sea shore, beach has some sea weed and water not crystal clear but the water is calm and you can walk at or float far out and only get up to your chest or waist. Sunsets are beautiful......... If you enjoy walking, the trails, streets and beach are perfect and not crowded and the neighborhood is wonderfully friendly. The town of St Joe's has wonderful restaurants and shopping and is very quaint. The owner is promptly responsive when questions arose... We enjoyed our time there very much....:) Thank you for a memorable family vacation. The Deans
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taft A.

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

Best family vacation

Everything was pristine. Five stars!!!!! We will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

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

Picture perfect beach home!

This is a well appointed home, comfortable, spotlessly clean and offers great beach access. Just a wonderful place to relax and rewind. The manager provided detailed instructions and helpful suggestions…a truly enjoyable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

meleah j., Franklin tn

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

Great vacation spot on the beach

We had a great time at this house for the Easter holiday. They had a neighborhood egg hunt and the kids enjoyed s'mores on the beach and paddle boarding during the day. My husband fished from the beach and the kids played at the pool and tumbled on the lawn. The ice cream shop nearby the pool was their favorite. The bloody Mary's next door are great. Overall it was as advertised- the beds were comfortable, the house was nice & clean and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joey Johnston

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