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Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!!

Relax by one of two pools or bask in Fabulous Nightly Sunsets on a pet-friendly beach with clear emerald waters.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Aerial view
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!!

Beautifully furnished 3BR/2BA cottage located on the pond in Barrier Dunes, walking distance to the Beach. This Family Friendly, Beach Front Gated Community, features a Gulf Front Pool and Club House, a second pool that is heated in the winter (at the discretion of the HOA), tennis courts and children's play area. The gorgeous pet friendly beach has beautiful white sand & clear emerald green waters for swimming and snorkeling fun! Great surf fishing too! You will also love the Fabulous Nightly Sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico!
Close to St Joe State Park!

Property manager

Cynthia Trubee

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1448 sq ft (135 sq m)

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Pet fee is $100 for 1 dog and $150 for 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min walk
  • Beach - 2 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

  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pepto-Bistro Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Villa!
This was our fifth vacation to Cape San Blas, and our third in Barrier Dunes. The location is wonderful. The house had everything we needed for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli P., Pittsburgh, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem place
We booked last minute and were so very lucky to find accommodations above and beyond any expectations. The place was fully stocked, clean, and in an unbeatable location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
spring break
Great location. Perfect for what we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
House as stated. Perfect location. Great communication with property manager!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay, great kitchen!
What’s not to love about this house! The decor, comfy beds, amazing laundry facilities and of course, the kitchen! We always cook when we’re on vacation, and your home made it easy to do so. Thank you for supplying such a great assortment of high quality pots, pans and utensils. It’s the best we’ve ever seen. Your house really felt like a home. We truly enjoyed our stay and we’d love to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house
We stayed at Barrier Dunes six times now and love the area. Beautiful beaches, great pools and tennis courts. This is the first time we stayed at Caretta Cottage and we really liked it - lots of room and laid out well. We did have concerns about the cleanliness - the window sills were dusty and full of dead bugs, there were some dead bugs on the floor. The bathroom (not master) had glass shelving that was very dusty and the shower glass door lower hinge area was black with dirt/mold. Kitchen cabinets had dried, sticky drippings on the front of them. Overall the cottage needs a major decluttering - lots of "stuff" jammed into storage areas. The beach chairs, etc. were just in a pile under the back porch and mostly unusable. We would definitely rent it again, but would like to see some cleaning, decluttering and maintenance done on the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach getaway
We come to the Cape every year and this would have to be the best trip here yet. The house was great. The kitchen was well equipped, had high quality dishware, etc. The master bedroom suite was very comfortable. It was nicely decorated throughout the home. We loved that the house has a little side yard for dog potty breaks. We enjoyed all the wildlife, from turtles in the pond in the backyard to the tiny frogs you can spot around the porch, to the crane sauntering down the middle of the street early one morning! And there was no shortage in the water either, having seen dolphins at close range and even a manatee when on the paddle board. We appreciated having a laundry room directly off the kitchen and the kids enjoyed having their own space upstairs. The walk to the beach truly is only 5 minutes (I timed it!) though it seems like it would be longer. And a true bonus in my eyes is the boardwalk down to the beach is a ramp and not stairs! This was very convenient for hauling our cart of stuff. Overall everybody in our family loved this vacation and the house was a big part of that. We would 10 out of 10 rent this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Good place. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage on the beach
The cottage was beautifully decorated and there was plenty of room for everyone. It was also close to the beach and pools. We enjoyed our time there
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W., Niceville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jay A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Overall, a great spot to vacation for our family. The cottage was supplied with every kitchen utensil that one might need during your trip. The only negative were the couches; they need to be cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Lots of people on the beach!
Great house
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, close to beach
Had a great week and enjoyed the Cape!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay!
This house perfectly suited our needs for our family of 5. We loved the community, pools and how quiet it was. We can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CSB
Excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sandy P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4/27/2022 carettacottage Cottage
This was our second time staying at the Barrier Dunes. We selected this home because we have a very elderly dog with arthritis and the stairs in the condos would have been too much for him to navigate. This cottage was perfect and the steps were not too many nor too steep. We did not want for anything! Very well supplied. Thank you Sandy P. Blue Ridge, GA
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
We had a restful week at the cottage. It was well kept and very clean on arrival. About a 5 minute walk to the beach (with kids) and half that to the heated pool. Playground within 100 steps of the front porch. Neighborhood is perfect for families with small kids and was quiet. Would certainly book this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed RELAXATION
Nice and quiet area with a beach that wasn’t crowded. Perfect little getaway. Already booked for next getaway in a few months!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We loved the cottage and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

janice h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Condo was clean, well equipped and very homey! Beach and weather was awesome. T
Great experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah T., Heath, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Our stay was very good. We had our lab, Abbey and she loves the community for walks. The house is well decorated, clean and delightful. We hope to go back next year. I have rented with VRBO and it was very convenient and friendly.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candace G., Cumming, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautifully decorated, large home in a community near the beach
After searching high and low in Cape San Blas, I assumed all of the houses would be in a subdivision, meaning, you'd have no view of the beach, and would have a hefty walk to it. Not true, although it *is* for this property. It's a very nice community, and your view is completely obstructed by 3-story condo buildings. So, the walk to the beach is probably 300 yards through a parking lot of condo buildings. The house is gorgeous, well-kept and has more than you need, including lots of condiments and cookware. We do a yearly family get-together and planned to play games, but couldn't resist strolling the beach and looking for things to do. There's not much, but I will highly recommend Long Bill's, which is like a half mile down the road, but I saw no discernible sign in front of it. I loved the Pizza, and I rarely say that. The beach is clean and well-kept, and in October, anyway, not crowded. The water would normally be swimmable, but we had a red tide, and then stormy waters. The Piggly Wiggly is a good 20 miles back on the mainland, so get your supplies on your way in. There's plenty of room in the house, fridge and cabinets, and there are two regular drip coffee makers. The bed in the crow's nest is really two small beds and my adult son couldn't get comfortable in it. The rest of us found the other beds comfortable and quiet. We met the neighbor, and enjoyed watching kids fish in the little pond behind the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second Rental of Property.
This was our second rental of this property within a few months. Everything was as expected based on our experiences from the first time. Everything was well managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021