Cape Escape I End Unit only 150 Steps to beach, near pools, many extras

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Short walk to the beach, tennis courts, and pools!

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6113 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Port Saint Joe, FL

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park3 min walk
Beach3 min drive
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park10 min drive
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)103 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to beautiful Cape San Blas FL, located along Florida's Forgotten Coast in the Florida Panhandle--50 miles SE of Panama City between Mexico Beach & St. George Island & Apalachicola. Beautiful, UNCROWEDED, pet-friendly beaches.

Cape Escape I - Barrier Dunes 67 just 150 steps to the beach or beachfront pool out your front door & 100 or fewer steps to the 2nd pool out your back door. It is well decorated & maintained, fully loaded clean end unit with lots of extra light from the window seat! It's just 150 steps to the award-winning beaches!

It is in beautiful, gated Barrier Dunes which is just steps from the entrance to St. Joseph State Park & its large variety of wildlife, Hiking, Biking, and over 16,000 acres of awesome 'Beachfront' wilderness surrounded on 3 sides by the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joe Bay.

Barrier Dunes has 2 pools (1 is gulf front & 2nd is heated 4 mo. a year), lighted tennis courts, 3 fresh water fishing ponds, playground, pet stations, boat parking, boat washing area, and boardwalks throughout!

AMENITIES: We provide everything from beach chairs & a beach cart to linens and High speed internet, right down to the little things like laundry detergent, foil and plastic wrap, trash bags, dishwashing detergent & dish soap to make your packing easy and your stay relaxing & your packing easy!

Home has a full kitchen complete down to the spices and a gas grill on the back deck for cooking your catch of the day. (We even thought of a backup gas tank in case the gas runs out.) ALL new appliances, countertop & flooring in kitchen (June 2016).

Dining area with table for 4 & 2 stools at the breakfast bar.

Comfortable living room with sleeper sofa, flat-screen TV with cable & DVD.

Large back deck with patio table and gas grill.

The 1st floor has a queen bedroom with a private deck. Includes flat-screen cable TV & DVD. Full bathroom is also on the main level

The upstairs is a full King master suite with walk-in closet, double sinks, separate garden tub and walk-in shower. Washer and Dryer.

Conveniently located just 150 steps to the beach & between the 2 pools & tennis courts! What could be better!

In the evening, sit on your deck and take in the awesome beauty of a moonlit night & stars larger & in more abundance than you've ever seen. No city lights or commercialism on the Cape!

You will always enjoy a wonderful family-friendly atmosphere in Barrier Dunes & on the Cape San Blas beaches--even during spring break/summer!

Regardless of the season, this is just the place to enjoy life and each other! Come enjoy our pristine, coastal paradise!

If you need more than one rental, I offer multiple rentals in Barrier Dunes! Please inquire!

*** WINNER: Best Lodging on the Forgotten Coast !***

Property manager

Devi Leonard

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Very family friendly community and beach!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

There is a $125 pet fee for 1 dog and $60 for 2nd

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking only allowed outside on deck.

By booking with VRBO you agree that you have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the Rental Agreement

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 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 in a rural area and near the beach. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Saint Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Saint Joe, FL

What's nearby

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 3 min walk
Beach - 3 min drive
Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 10 min drive
Port St. Joe Beach - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cone Heads - ‬10 min walk
‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬5 min drive
‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
‪Triple Tails - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Escape I End Unit only 150 Steps to beach, near pools, many extras pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cape Escape I End Unit only 150 Steps to beach, near pools, many extras?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Escape I End Unit only 150 Steps to beach, near pools, many extras?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cape Escape I End Unit only 150 Steps to beach, near pools, many extras located?

This family-friendly Port St. Joe holiday home is located by the sea, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Port St. Joe Beach and Pig Island are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

22 June 2024

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

Great stay

Loved it. Was a clean cute place. The neighborhood is awesome and friendly. Can’t wait to go back

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared B.

6 Aug 2023

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

Forgotten Coast get away

Fabulous place to be introduced to Florida’s Forgotten Coast. All the amenities we needed and great place near the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Race T.

30 May 2023

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

Great Time, As Always

Great place to stay. Perfect spot and wonderful amenities.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark M.

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs some love.

The condo is in a great location but really needs a face lift. Condo wasn’t clean upon arrival as if it had sat for awhile. Sofa which is a pull out sinks in when sat on and unfortunately it’s the only place to relax at the end of day. Owner did respond to a disturbing bug situation but it pretty much set the tone of our stay. With tax and insurance this place was 325.00 per night and there are others much more inviting in area.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

9 Apr 2023

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

Amazing first trip to the Cape…

We had an amazing first trip to the Cape. Everything was as promised. And, such a quick walk to the beach. Fun was had by all, including our kids and fur baby.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

17 Nov 2022

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

Above and Beyond

Our trip was cut short because our new granddaughter decided to come a month early and we had to rush home. However, we loved the property which was beautiful and peaceful. The unit had everything we needed and was very clean. In the hurry to pack, I forgot my pillows. Devi immediately offered to send them to me as a “gift” to the grandparents! Such a kind gesture…wow! Would love to come back and spend a whole week! 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

18 Oct 2022

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

Great Beach Getaway

All you need for a beach get away. Great beach accessories. (Closet downstairs) Well stocked Kitchen. Washer/Dryer. Nice furnishings. Very short walk to beach. (About 2 mins) Owner communicated well. Extremely pet friendly. We have found our yearly beach getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Birmingham, AL, USA

4 Aug 2022

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

End of summer trip

Everything was just as it was displayed in the listing! The unit we rented was very well-kept up. It was a short walk to the beach from our unit and the beach was not at all busy like other places we have stayed in the past. The unit had all of the kitchen items that we needed, up-to-date TVs and streaming services, plenty of room for our family plus an additional teenage friend for my daughter. There was a beach supply closet that included chairs etc. which were a lovely thing to have access to as we do not own our own. The shower and hose underneath the condo were perfect for cleaning off before we went inside. There were plenty of linens available including some towels for our medium size dog that we brought with us. I would definitely consider renting this unit again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

7 July 2022

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

Perfect for 6

What you see, is what you get and then some. Very nice and convenient for pool and beach. We brought an air mattress so we didn’t have to use the pull out couch. Worked great. Had small issue with oven and owners came asap and had us up and running. Very accommodating! Loved everything about our stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aren F.

1 Apr 2022

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

Sweet spot

Pools, courts, and proximity to beach and bay were great. Food in Port St Joe was great too!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

24 May 2021

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

Very nice home with great proximity to the beach

We loved this property for many reasons. The home is beautiful and very spacious. It has every utensil in the kitchen you can think of as well as having regular coffee maker and kureg maker. The carport has nice beach chairs, beach cart, and beach toys which made is great. The master bedroom/bathroom is very comfortable and large. And I don't know if it's actually 150 steps to the beach, but its very close and takes about less than 2 minutes to the sand and waves. Wendy is very nice and very timely in her responses to any questions. The ONLY small complaint I may have is the wifi there CONSTANTLY cut out the whole week we were there and kept cutting off my YouTube vids. We will absolutely be staying at Cape Escape again though.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

14 Mar 2021

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

Cape Escape vacation

We had a fabulous time! Perfect location and the benefit of meeting great people that will will stay in touch with! We can't wait to come back!!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

27 July 2017

BLT

We really did enjoy CSB. We are already saying that we're coming back next summer. Our condo was great and we especially appreciated how stocked it was. The extras like the beach cart for example were so helpful. The walkways and roads were easy to travel and made the beach very accessible. My family met some interesting people and enjoyed our time in Barrier Dunes. There is a very family friendly atmosphere. What we discovered that was the most fun on the beach was that many gathered at dusk and spent the evening hanging out with bonfires and the sunset. We did our grocery shopping in Port St. Joe and made use of the grill on our deck. We tried several good restaurants and eateries on the Cape including Skullys and The Sand Bucket. In Port St. Joe, we enjoyed Peppers for Mexican food and The Sunset Grill for great seafood and steaks. Thank you, Wendy for providing the amazing experience in CSB. Your registration process went very smoothly and you provided every bit of information that we needed to have a successful trip. We will be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dani J.

6 Apr 2017

Barrier Dunes

We had a fantastic time on our Cape Escape :) Barrier Dunes 67 was perfect - fully stocked with everything and anything we could have needed and super clean and comfortable. We really felt at home all week, so much better than staying in a hotel! The location was great, just a short walk to the pools and the beach. And it was so private and quiet, we were thrilled! We also spent some time at the state park beach, both on the bay and the gulf and could not believe how quiet it was. How often do you get a beach virtually to yourself in Florida? Our pup wasn't all that fond of the water, but he did enjoy the beach and meeting all kinds of other dogs. Everything was very clean and the people and dogs were all very friendly. The weather was perfect, we enjoyed shelling, snorkeling and kayaking on the bay. The sunsets were beautiful and we even got to see some dolphins. One night we drove into Apalachicola for dinner (the Owl Café was fabulous). It was just a very relaxing vacation and we will definitely be back next year!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

23 Mar 2017

Barrier Dunes

Our experience was great. Cape San Blas is truly lovely. The miles of open beach makes for great strolls up and down the peninsula. Our dog loved going in and out of the water and rolling in the sand. There is so much to do including bike rides, horseback riding, canoe/kayak rides, and much more. It is a great spot to bring your dog as well. Barrier Dunes is a fantastic facility. It was fully stocked with so many of the things from home so just getting there was the hard part. Wendy prepared us for what to bring and what was there for us. The whole process was very easy. My family and I would go there anytime!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

4 Aug 2016

Loved Our Stay - Can't Wait to Return

Thanks for your email! We LOVED our stay! It was hard to leave! This was the first time we traveled with our pups! It was great to see all the pet owners walk their dogs throughout the complex. We enjoyed our time with like-minded pet owners on the beach. One of our pups even made a friend with the dog of a family sitting next to us! We enjoyed the privacy of Port St Joe as we do not care for the high rise condos and commercial hotels. Loved the morning walks through the state park next door! We can't wait to return and would love to book 416 Barriers Dunes as it was very convenient to get to and from the beach!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

14 Apr 2016

"Cape by the Ocean"

Wendy and The Cape Escape are the very best way to have a rewarding, no worry vacation. She provides it all! If staying in the most comfort and a hassle free mentality sound like vacation, stay with no one else other than Wendy Jacskon! She is honest, fun and treats each family that books with her, like family of her own. My family has booked with Wendy more and more over the years and will continue doing so, no hesitation in mind. This is the way to make like easy until you are able to move to The Cape and make it "forever", book with Wendy Jackson and life relaxing on the beach is now ~easy~ and more like vacation should be!!! :)

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tracy M.

19 Mar 2016

Great easy get away!

Easy trip! Great stay. Price was very doable. We had everything we needed to cook nice meals for our selves. There was an outdoor shower that made clean up a breeze. It was a pretty easy walk through the complex to the beach. And if the ocean freaks you out for swimming, there's a pool (maybe 2, but we like the ocean!).

About the host

Hosted by Devi Leonard

We fell in love with Cape San Blas our very first visit! We didn't even know it was a pet-friendly beach at the time and we've always had dogs and been dog lovers!

At the end of about 2 years we ended up owning 3 properties, all in Barrier Dunes, and were discovering more we loved about the Cape every trip! Our kids starting going to Cape San Blas when there were 4 and 6 and both are now college graduates. I look forward to enjoying the Cape with their families when the time comes!

When I started renting, I was a mom of young kids and realized it was a LOT of work to get ready for vacation, so I try to make it as easy as possible for folks renting with Cape Escape Vacation Rentals. I provide everything from beach chairs down to the little things you want when you're on vacation from trash bags to laundry detergent and pet-towels and LOTS in between. I also try to communicate as many details as possible before your vacation and provide a very complete guest information book about the area once you arrive so you don't have to do the research!

Some of our favorite things to do are: Bonfires at the beach after sunset, scalloping in the bay, kayaking, Indian Pass Raw Bar to enjoy oysters, crab legs & steam shrimp as well as great local music and company, a day poking around the stores (and eating) in Apalachicola many things!

I look forward to having you enjoy a Cape Escape soon!