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Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach!

Relax by day with beach bonfires, horseback riding & restful nights under starry skies.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9172 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach!

Star Gazing, Beach Bon Fire, Horseback Riding, Beach Combing, and Rest and Relaxation. If this sounds like your vacation desire, Resting Beach Face is for you. Conveniently located on the north end of the Cape, our home includes dedicated private access to the white sand beaches of Cape San Blas and private access to St Joseph Bay for those who enjoy snorkeling for shells and scallops (in season), as well some of the best bay fishing to be found. Bring your kayak and paddle boards! Two public beach access points are just minutes away, both north and south.
The top floor screened deck is the perfect area to toast amazing sunsets. Is sunrises are your passion, go onto the small, north deck or take the short walk to the bay and be amazed. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is 1.5 miles away, offering a scenic glimpse into the Cape before being settled. Take the Hammock Trail for an education into the Cape flora. The trail is just inside the park entrance.
Port St. Joe and Apalachicola are a short drive from the Cape and offer amenities of small towns. Apalach even has a brewery! Each town has it's own eating establishments and the Cape has a few. Longbill's and Coneheads are less than a mile to the north, Peachy's is next to the Trading Post to the south. The Cape Trading Post and Scallop Cove offer last minute grocery and adult beverages. The "Post" has an attached liquor store. Don't miss a trip to Weber's Little Donut Shop next to the "Post", where a dozen are just not enough, but go early; the line sometimes forms at 5:30AM for a 7:30 AM opening and yes, they are that good.
Bring your binoculars for bird watching and for night sky gazing off the north side top deck. On a clear night, the milky way is visible and the limited light pollution of the Cape brings stars right to your fingertips.

Property manager

Darryl & Jane Anderson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love families and encourage children.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Decks and yard will accommodate small gatherings.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 4 min walk
  • Beach - 8 min walk
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 9 min drive
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach! located?

Located in Cape Breezes, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Resting Beach Face, the Best of Both, Bay & Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
The owners thought of everything a guest could possibly want or need. Great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Stay
Great house! Very well equipped, kitchen utensils, towels, beach chairs, everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. Beds were comfortable. Location is great, one block from the bay and two blocks from the beach. We had a wonderful stay at Resting Beach Face!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denice R., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach location!
This house was in a great location and housed the 6 of us with space to spare! Kitchen was well appointed and we cooked a lot! Short walk to the beach too! We will be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
Our young family had a wonderful stay at Resting Beach Face! We were pleasantly surprised by the house when we arrived. The house is very well stocked. We stayed for 3 nights and didn’t need to buy any of the basic necessities. They even have beach carts, chairs, umbrellas and canopies for guests to use and they are in great condition. The house is just a short walk to private beach access. Our 3 & 5 year old were easily able to walk to and from the beach. We loved that we could see the bay from the house as well! And great communication with the homeowners! They even left new beach toys for the kids! Nothing to do with the house, but we didn’t love that cars could drive on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT!
This is our 2nd year staying and every year it has been wonderful. Great location, great facility with everything you need for vacation. Darryl is always wonderful to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Spring Break in a long time!
This property is a 10 out of 10. The sunset views from the upper patio are amazing! Darryl was extremely helpful and the house provides everything you need except for food. We will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
EXCELLENT STAY at Resting Beach Face!
Our VRBO experience was hands down the best! Daryl was available to answer questions at all hours and provided us with everything we needed. This home was fully stocked with every appliance you can think of and a dream place to call home for your next trip! Having both beach and bay side access was a highlight of our trip. Having access to both sides was convenient if tide was high on beach side and we wanted the kids to play in the water/sand on the bay side. The amazingly relaxing two porches was peaceful. The location was beyond perfect for our family to access both sides. Beds were better and more comfortable than my own back home. The outdoor shower was great to rinse off. We felt super safe and happy with Daryl’s place “Resting Beach Face” We will definitely stay here again! This home was super clean and organized!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This beach house was perfect for our family! The kitchen was very well stocked including a great selection of spices. We were very close to the drive-on beach access which was very helpful with our golf cart rental. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay at Resting Beach Face!
Resting Beach Face in Cape San Blas was an incredible vacation rental. The house was beautifully decorated and well equipped from kitchen to beach equipment. The outdoor decks were spacious and perfect for queit mornings, dinners and sunsets! It allowed everyone to have some space for relax hours, but best provided a great view for everyone blasting fireworks on the beach! The location was great! Both bay and beach access within 5 min walk was perfect for our kids. Owners were attentive and friendly. Highly recommend Resting Beach Face for a memorable getaway with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robby S., Pippa Passes, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
The home was amazing! Everything was clean, well-stocked, and comfortable. The only things we had to grab were groceries and basic sundries as we used up some of the supplied items throughout the week. Check-in was effortless and everything was ready and waiting for our arrival. Daryl was very friendly and responsive and even had his cousin drop off smores for the kids one evening. I have no complaints whatsoever. Wonderful home with wonderful owners that made for an amazing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

laurie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Get Away!
Visited this property with family. The house is amazing. The elevator made it easy for my brother- in- law, who just had a knee replacement, to navigate. Beautifully decorated with every amenity available. Cape San Blas is beautiful and tranquil. The Gulf on one side and the calm bay on the other. Just what I needed! Some super cute, small restaurants on the cape but we did a lot of cooking at the house. The homeowners were so easy to work with and answered all our questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelbi P., Berea, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Resting Beach Face was exactly what our family needed!
The ground level is neatly manicured with a mini fridge, outdoor shower, and fenced in backyard. The closet is stocked with beach chairs, boogie boards, shade options, beach carts, and beach games. The 2nd level bedrooms are spectacular with comfortable beds and extra pillows and blankets. Fans are available throughout the home. We loved the bedroom with bunk beds and trundle, but our kids loved sleeping on the swinging bed on the deck. The 3rd floor living room and dining area each had plenty of seating. The kitchen was stocked with top of the line products and organized beautifully. The large pantry was a great bonus. The upstairs bedroom with trundle was excellent for teenagers. Each bedroom has access to the deck on their respective level. The elevator was an excellent amenity! The only slight downfall is location. While it was perfect for most, my mother struggled with the distance from the beach. We did have to drive her to the shared beach access point (across the street one block, then down three houses). At this access, you have to go up a few stairs, down a few different sets of stairs, then walk down a large dune. If you have lots of things to bring to the beach or need easier access, I would suggest driving down a block to the public access. It's much less cumbersome to transport items from there. Overall, we would return to this home yearly (and more if we could!). After eight years of renting through VRBO, this is by far the nicest home we've ever stayed in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This vacation was perfect, from booking the house, communication with the owner, the house was excellent with everything already there that you need for the beach. More than enough room for everyone to have their own privacy. All the amenities of the home were awesome. Definitely give this vacation and the property five stars! Hopefully to book this property again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

bruce a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat on Cape San Blas
We found this house to be very comfortable, clean and well furnished with multiple amenities. Built in three stories, the convenient elevator is perfect for transporting luggage and groceries to the upper levels. We loved the spacious and attractively appointed rooms. With inflation making dining out almost too expensive, we found cooking in the fully equipped kitchen and eating at home a perfect money saving alternative. It’s a short 1 1/2 block walk west to the beach or east to the bay. If you prefer privacy, the fenced back yard is a grassy alternative to the sandy beach. To top it all off, the third story balcony gives a bird’s eye view of the bike path and ocean. And what beautiful sunrises and sunsets! We’ll likely return to Cape San Blas and will seek this house as one of our first choices.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Comfortable Property
I’ve found my “go to” vacation spot. Cape San Blas is absolutely beautiful, and we loved Resting Beach Face. The information provided about the house and area was spot on. We found the house to be clean and comfortable, with space for privacy and getting together. All the bedrooms opened onto decks, and we really enjoyed relaxing on them. On the warmer days we opened the doors to hear the waves from the beach. The Primary bedroom is tastefully decorated and has a king bed that is very comfortable. We slept well, even on the first night. The in-suite bathroom is a bit small, but adequate and functional. The towels and linens are nice. The other bedroom on the second floor has a wonderful queen size bed as well as a bunk bed. A bathroom is attached to this room as well with a great shower. The 3rd floor also has a bedroom with an attached bath. My husband used this space to keep up with work and took advantage of the guest wi-fi capacity. The location of this house just couldn't have been better. We could walk a block behind the house and be at the bay. It was an awesome place to fish and an amazing place to just relax. We could walk across the main street and be at the beautiful white sand beach in a matter of minutes. We took advantage of the wagon, chairs, and other beach supplies that came along with the house. The bay and the beach at this location are private. We felt like we had our own private getaway. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The best of the beach and the bay
Our first time at Resting Beach Face and second on the Cape. The views from the top deck were an amazing place to enjoy a sunset dinner. Our kids loved the beach and toys provided from the house. The pack n play was so nice to have! Everything from beach shade, beach blankets, boogey boards and chairs were avialable in RBF. The sun and sand was just what we needed to relax. We enjoyed a wine display and while not the most expensive, we drank a few and replaced, novel idea! The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. I really liked the bath sheets, very different from other towels. We didn’t want to leave and will definitely be coming back :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022