Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6128 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach
Location, location, location….this 2BR/2BA Barrier Dunes townhome is conveniently located across from the interior, community pool. Just step outside and there you are. You can even watch the rest of your group swim while sunbathing on the deck. It’s also an end unit which tends to be desirable for most guests. The pond is just outside the back side of the townhouse with a comfortably furnished deck allowing a beautiful view of nature. Inside is nicely decorated and laid out with a queen bedroom on the main floor and the master is a top floor suite. Included in the master suite is a day bed with trundle so your little ones can sleep comfortably in the same room.
Barrier Dunes is a gulf front, gated community that is loaded with extra amenities. There are two community pools, one is gulf front with a boardwalk to the beach; tennis courts, fishing ponds, a children’s playground and doggie stations throughout the neighborhood. It’s a fantastic community to visit year around and is located adjacent to the St. Joseph Peninsula State Park.
Floor Plan: Ground level-covered, paved parking and foyer. 1st level-living room with TV, DVD and furnished deck; dining area, kitchen, full bath with shower/tub combo and Bedroom 1 – queen bed, TV and sundeck with fantastic view of pool. 2nd level-Bedroom 2 – upstairs master suite with king bed, daybed and trundle, TV, DVD, open deck, laundry room and full bath with double vanities, separate shower and tub.
**Pet Friendly, max quantity, type, and additional fees do apply**
*This neighborhood does not allow boats or trailers overnight or in the driveway. Please plan accordingly.*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival and departure dates (must follow the property's turnover day, if applicable). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. Please contact us with your questions or to further assist!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Check In: 4 - 5:30pm ET
Check Out: 10am ET
Smoking: Not Permitted
Minimum Rental Age: 25
Pets: Not Permitted, Unless Specified In Listing (pet fee between $100 - $300 will apply per pet, inquire before booking for specific property details
Communication: All check-in information along with property and area information is provided in our online Guest Portal.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area
Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina. Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Port St. Joe travel guide
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
2 min walk - 0.2 km
beach near Avalon Drive
2 min drive - 1.5 km
Cape San Blas Lighthouse
10 min drive - 12.6 km
Mexico Beach
44 min drive - 56.7 km
Port St. Joe Beach
13 min drive - 16.0 km
Restaurants
Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay
19 min drive
LongBill’s on Cape San Blas
16 min walk
Peachy’s
5 min drive
The Cape Trading Post
5 min drive
Emerald Isle
2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and Palmer Beach. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Pig Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
Overlooking The Pool and Pond~ Short Walk To Beach Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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We loved our stay at this property. Lots of amenities apart from the beach (pickleball, pools, rode bicycles). The beach was a short walk away. This property is very close to the state park as well.
Just like before when we stayed at this property , we loved it. We will choose this property every time we come back to the cape if it’s available. We love the pools, playground, how close the beach and state park are. The pond and turtles keep us entertained during our evening dinner sitting outside on the balcony. Thanks for another great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Kaleigh W.
20 Jun 2026
Liked: Location
The location of overall condition of the property was really nice. However, there was a pest issue and it was reported on Sunday morning following our Saturday afternoon arrival and an exterminator was not sent until Thursday. The pest droppings that were reported were never attended to by house keeping in the kitchen cabinets either. The ice maker did not work and this was also reported on Sunday. Someone came to look at it and said they would get the part needed and come back. We stayed 7 nights and the issue was never resolved. The grill also does not work outside.
Needs updating and deep cleaning. Carpet, vents, and sofa could use deep cleaning or replacement. Overall unit was ok, just not as nice as others we have used at Barrier Dunes. Complex is fantastic.
Wonderful. A little dusty- intake vents and fans. Check in- finding the correct condo was confusing. THe after hours staff were great in helping me. Office staff very nice. A small exercise room in club house would be nice.
This property was very clean and a nice time was had by all. The location in proximity to the beach was a good walk, but thankfully we are seasoned CSB vacationers, so we knew where to access the public beach area and where to go for smaller crowds. The swimming pool across from the home was nice, except after 10:00 pm, when it became loud and rowdy, however, I may be an old fuddy-duddy that goes to bed too early! The kitchen could use an updated can opener that actually works, and the stove top needs to be repaired, as one of the burners didn’t work and we didn’t get the opportunity to eat our baked beans, which weren’t huge issues, just some maintenance repairs. All in all, we had a nice stay and enjoyed the short, yet sweet, vacation!
Close enough to beach and we enjoyed our trip overall. Good storage. Hate to leave a bad review but… we would not stay here again. The most crowded area of all of Cape San Blas. AC can’t be below 72 “or will freeze.” Definitely still a bit warm for our comfort level even with all curtains closed, ceiling fans, and box fan running. We ran the same load of laundry in the dryer all week and it literally never dried. The oven takes much longer than it should to cook food through to temp. Air return in master needs to be cleaned. Living room breaker tripped about once an hour and had to be reset each time. Hole in deck off Master right outside of door, dangerous for young kids. Paid a lot more than what was worth this time around.
The town home was very clean and comfortable. It is located right next to the pool and close to beac
The town home was very clean and comfortable. It is located right next to the pool and close to beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Kelley S.
19 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Our Favorite Condo Complex
It took 4 phone calls to get a representative on the phone to confirm the check in process. Once we got the property mgmt company on the phone, the process went smoothly. When we arrived at the unit, it was clean and decorated nicely, but still had an old cigarette smell to it. Our water pressure was lack luster. We wrote it off as a possible repair happening in the area, however, we had the same issues on the 3rd and 4th night of our stay. I attempted to call and report the issue, but the automated system timed out on us 3 separate times while waiting for someone to answer. It also says on the website site that if you have problems, you can contact the utility companies yourself. The air conditioning was subpar and the condo reached temperatures up to 76 during the mid morning hours because the note above the thermostat warned of the air conditioner freezing up if set below 72. The unit literally ran constantly. I still haven’t heard from Pristine Properties after emailing them at 9pm last night. The tv in the 1st floor room does not work. Unknown about the top level tv as we were too exhausted after a day of beaching. The other appliances seemed to work well.
Cape San Blas is an annual, sometimes more, trip for my family each year. It is gorgeous and I highly recommend staying at the Barrier Dunes. The location is perfect for beach and bay activities!