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August 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground

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Located across from the playground and overlooking the State Park, Saltwater Joys offers a relaxing retreat with updated décor, a spacious deck perfect for reading or enjoying private downtime. The gated community of Barrier Dunes provides paved streets, stocked fishing ponds, lighted tennis courts and 2 swimming pools.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

August 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground

  • Saltwater Joys is the perfect 2BR/2.5BA townhome escape from the day to day grind that will allow you to enjoy all that Cape San Blas has to offer. Located across from the playground and overlooking the State Park, Saltwater Joys is less than 4 minutes to the beach! It has recently been updated with new flooring, new living room furniture and updated décor.

    Barrier Dunes is a gated community that offers paved streets, stocked fishing ponds, pickleball/tennis courts, 2 swimming pools, and 4 beach accesses. This is the perfect get away for a couple, kids or the entire family!

    Saltwater Joys offers all the amenities you need for a perfect stay at the beach! All you need to bring is your favorite beach towel and sunscreen! The spacious deck is perfect for reading or just enjoying private 'down' time. The decor is all about comfort and relaxation. There is a 47' flat screen tv in the living room, sleeper sofa and love seat, oversized coffee table (perfect for playing games), and overstuffed chair.

    There is a full washer and dryer on the main level, half bath, dining area that seats six, and well stock kitchen with a window over the sink with a view of the playground, perfect for watching the kids play!

    The primary bedroom is beautifully decorated with a king bed, full dresser, tv, end tables and deck that overlooks the State Park. The primary ensuite bathroom has a separate shower and tub, double vanity and private water closet. The second bedroom has a queen bed, nightstands and lamps for reading, ensuite bath with shower, private balcony overlooking the State Park and large closet.

    In the carport area you'll find an outdoor shower with hot/cold running water and a nice long driveway to park a boat/trailer.

    There is an additional fee if you decide to bring your dog! Barrier Dunes is very accommodating for your favorite 4 legged friend and we allow a maximum of 2 dogs with the $150 non-refundable pet fee.

    50% of balance due is due at booking and the remaining balance is due 60 days prior to check-in.
    All reservations require sending in a copy of your government issued ID for age verification purposes.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement
Security Deposit Required Up To $500

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ALLOWED

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

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 jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and ecotours. Visit our Port St. Joe travel guide
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • A sandy landscape with sparse vegetation and a clear blue sky.
    T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A beach with sand dunes, a wooden fence, and tall grasses.
    beach near Avalon Drive
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A beach with waves at sunset, a clear sky, and a visible sun.
    Mexico Beach
    44 min drive - 56.7 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach
    13 min drive - 16.0 km

Restaurants

  • Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay
    18 min drive
  • LongBill’s on Cape San Blas
    15 min walk
  • Peachy’s
    5 min drive
  • Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar
    21 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is July 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at July 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at July 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is July 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 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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August 2026 Rate Drop! 2BR/2.5BA Dog Friendly, Near Playground Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

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

Beautiful Place

Very nice place to stay, easy check in. Kids loved that playground was close by. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany V.

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

Beach Vacation

Very nice house and location. Walking distance to the beach and a short drive to the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Would stay again

We love Cape San Blas. Very nice property and great location to both the beach and pool. Would stay there again. 🏖️
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

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

Nice and clean

The property was very clean and a good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen O.

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

Perfect family vacation!

This property was clean and perfect for our needs. It’s a short walk to the beach in a beautiful community. Beds are comfortable and kitchen is nice. Would recommend bringing extra toiletries such as toilet paper, towels and washcloths, etc for longer stays. Great place and location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Wonderful place

Loved staying here! Walk to beach about 5 mins. Back deck has beautiful view. House is very comfy but could use a small update to cooking vessels and propane was out but greatly enjoyed our stay. Pool is nice and loved the community and amenities. Very dog friendly. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Saltwater Joy - Cape San Blas

The property description is accurate to relieve your mind on listing accuracy. The property is nicely situated near the State Park for bay access and then short walk to the Gulf beach. There is an outside hose and shower for rinsing sand prior to entering the property. An enjoyable location and accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy C.

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

Cinco de Mayo

Very nice comfortable unit. Community embraces man’s best friends, Dogs, beach and all the facilities were easy to navigate through and from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent R.

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

Good vacation stay

This was a nice place to stay for a quiet beach vacation. The house was clean and the walk to the beach only took a couple of minutes. The only complaint would be the black stone grill. It’s offered in the listing and we thought it would be clean but it was extremely dirty.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Great family spot

We has a great time at Cape San Blas in general, and this condo was perfect for our family of 5 and 2 dogs. Everyone had plenty of space, the beds are comfortable and kitchen is well equipped. It is a little bit of a walk to the beach access, but with comfortable beach shoes we made do. Maybe rent a golf cart next time? We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Weekend getaway

From the moment we booked up to when we checkout. The communication was on point. We had an issue with the place we originally booked, and they was right on it making sure we had a new place to stay! We came down for Labor Day weekend and brought our dog Andy with us. He had the best time and loved meeting all the other doggies! The location and area is just beautiful. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Had A Great Time!

Loved the location, and just a short walking distance to the beach. The carpet in the bedrooms really need a good cleaning or replaced and the bathroom floor mats were bad but we just washed them ourselves. Kitchen could use a few more items as well. But for the price and overall stay we loved it and definitely worth it! And quick response when we needed the propane tank refilled too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet clean little neighborhood. Host had 10/10 communication. Our first time in St. Joe and we are in love! We will be back to explore more.
Beautiful beaches just steps away from our front door!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Excellent stay!

We had a lovely time and really enjoyed all the place had to offer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and very clean. The floor plan was good for gathering. The view on the deck so pretty.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, walking distance to the beach, we definitely appreciated the beach wagon, it was a life saver! Enjoyed the balconies looking out at the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shanona A.

Wonderful place to stay

We lived it! The escape hatch was a great place! It made our family vacation perfect!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time on our vacation. Enjoyed being close to the ocean. Everyone was super friendly. The kids loved going to The Bay. Fast response from Stefanie with any questions or issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Beach trip

First time here ,,love the place it is wonderful ,,like it cause we can bring the dogs,,we will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

West J.

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

Fantastic

This was a girls trip and it was perfect! Great location. Quiet and peaceful short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Saltwater Joy

We have been to the Cape five times and by far this has been the cleanest and best cared for accommodations. We will definitely return to Barrier Dunes in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton G.

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

Great trip weather was nice

Inside was clean and nice but main balcony needed pressure washing and the gas grill should be replaced. Besides that I everything was great I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beach

To far from the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

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

Great place for family

Having playground right there was nice for kids. Complex was clean and felt very safe. The unit was as advertised and met all of our needs. 1 minor issue and it was addressed quickly. We would certainly come here again; highly recommend for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trista C.

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

Perfect for a family of 4

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Saltwater Joys. The home was clean and comfortable and included everything we needed. The kids loved having a playground right in front of the house. The beach is a short walk away. Cape San Blas is quiet and peaceful. We loved the Indian Pass Oyster Bar and St. Joe’s Shrimp Company.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023