About
Soulshine Beach Retreat is a luxury custom-built Gulf of Mexico home, designed to provide a truly exquisite family vacation with space for all. This elegant home accommodates up to 24 guests and features nine bedrooms (seven of which are gulf-front), 9.5 bathrooms, two full kitchens, one kitchenette, three open-concept living areas, and over 3,000 square feet of gulf-front decks where sun-drenched days and breathtaking sunsets paint the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories. The outdoor haven features a private, heated pool (optional for an additional fee), a private boardwalk to the beach, an outdoor shower, and miles and miles of pristine beaches to explore.
Property highlights:
Beach access via private boardwalk
Unobstructed sunrise and sunset views
Sleeps up to 24 guests
Parking for up to 8 vehicles
Elevator for easy access
Gulf views from most bedrooms
Laundry room with washer, dryer and utility sink
Heated private pool
Minimum stay: This home has a 7-night minimum during peak seasons with check-in and check-out on Saturday. Otherwise, a 4-night minimum is required. There is an additional fee of $40/night for the heated pool.
PROPERTY DETAILS
Ground level:
Private gulf front heated pool - size 12'x25'
Parking for up to 8 vehicles
Private boardwalk to the beach
Outdoor shower - hot/cold
3 charcoal grills
Gas grill
Elevator
First level:
Gulf-front open concept family room w/deck access, smart tv
Secondary full kitchen w/gulf views
Gulf front bedroom #1 w/king bed, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 40” smart tv
Gulf front bedroom #2 w/king bed, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 40” smart tv
Gulf front bedroom #3 w/2 queen beds, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 40” smart tv
Bedroom #4 w/2 sets of custom bunk beds, 40” smart tv (2 queens/bottom and 2 twins/top)
Full bathroom in the hall
Laundry closet w/stacked washer/dryer
Large gulf deck with w/unlimited sunsets
Second level:
Gulf-front open concept family room w/deck access, 70” smart tv
Primary full kitchen w/gulf views, 2 dishwashers, wet bar w/water filter, stand-alone ice maker w/water filter, bar seating for 6, large island
Dining area w/gulf views, seating for 8-10
Spacious gulf front master suite w/king bed, sitting area, walk-in closet, 50” smart tv, deck access
The Master bathroom (Bedroom #5) features a custom tile/glass shower, large free standing soaking tub, and double vanity
Laundry room w/washer/dryer, utility sink
Large gulf deck with unlimited sunsets
Third level:
Gulf-front open concept family room w/deck access, 56” smart tv
Kitchenette and dining area
Gulf front bedroom #6 with king bed, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 55” smart tv
Gulf front bedroom #7 with king bed, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 40” smart tv
Gulf front bedroom #8 with king bed, en-suite bathroom, deck access, 40” smart tv
Bedroom #9 with queen bed, en suite bathroom, 40” smart tv
Laundry closet w/stacked washer/dryer
Large gulf deck with with unobstructed sunrise and sunset views
Area information:
Located in the beach community of Port St. Joe, this vacation rental offers families and friends the quintessential Florida experience at a relaxed pace. Just a quick drive from boutique shopping and amazing local eateries, you can enjoy a day of retail therapy, or head out on the water of St. Joseph Bay for a refreshing fishing trip.
For families interested in getting out of town for the day, it's a quick drive to Panama City Beach and Apalachicola, both of which offer something for all ages. Beach living is at its peak here, so it's easy to enjoy a casual adventure by hiking Cape San Blas park (previously St. Joseph Peninsula State Park), or simply catching rays on the private, uncrowded beaches.
Parking: Includes parking for up to 8 vehicles.
Pet policy: This property is not pet-friendly and is an animal free zone due to severe allergies. If you bring a pet to this home, an automatic charge of $500 will be imposed and/or you will be asked to vacate the home immediately.
Golf cart: No
Linens and supplies: This home comes with everything you need! All bed and bath linens are supplied, as well as all cookware, dinnerware and glassware in the kitchen. We also provide an initial supply of paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, dish soap, bath soap, laundry detergent, fabric softener and dishwasher detergent.
Beach gear and recreation equipment: To make your vacation more enjoyable and less stressful, your reservation includes a $250 credit toward any amount of quality beach gear. Your gear will be delivered the day you check in and will be ready to use immediately. Examples of items you may rent include, but are not limited to, beach chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, paddleboards and bikes.
Age requirement: Minimum age limit to rent this home is 25 years old.
Security cameras: The exterior of this property is secured by video cameras.
Credit card fee: All payments are subject to a 3.25% credit card processing fee.
Rental agreement: A signed rental agreement is required upon booking.
Cancellation policy: We strongly encourage our guests to purchase optional travel insurance to protect their vacation investment. All canceled reservations will NOT receive a refund and will forfeit all rental payments. A reservation may be rescheduled if approved by the property manager, and application rates will apply. Changes to reservations must be requested prior to the final payment due date. Changes to reservations after the final payment due date are not permitted. Sunshine Vacation Rentals of the Forgotten Coast does not refund due to inclement weather or any other act of God, including but not limited to red tide, pandemics, hurricanes, tropical storms, or cyclones.
The final rental payment is the balance of rent, taxes, and other charges related to the reservation. The final rental payment is due 90 days prior to your scheduled arrival date. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card, or you will receive a payment reminder prior to the due date. Failure to remit the final rental payment by the scheduled due date will result in the cancellation of your reservation and the forfeiture of your initial rental payment, as well as any other payments or deposits. Rescheduling a reservation may be possible, but must be approved by the property management company and will be subject to current rental rates.
Area construction disclaimer: Our beautiful area has been under reconstruction since being struck by Hurricane Michael in 2018. While we strive to give you an accurate representation in our photos, we cannot guarantee that new construction near your rental hasn't begun since our photos were taken.