There's something about waking up to an unobstructed Gulf view — coffee in hand, warm breeze off the water, nothing between you and that emerald horizon — that makes every other vacation feel like practice. Walking on Sunshine is a rare direct beachfront end unit in the gated Barrier Dunes community, and it earns its name the moment you step onto the sweeping main-level deck and see the water stretch out in front of you.
🌊 Direct beachfront end unit — one of the best positions in Barrier Dunes
🏖️ Steps to the beach via private boardwalk
🐾 Pet friendly — bring the whole family
🛏️ Sleeps 8 — king suite, queen suite, loft with 2 twins, queen sleeper sofa
🏊 Access to gulf-front pool + interior pool
🎾 Tennis and pickleball courts on-site
🏠 Gated community — quiet, secure, and beautifully maintained
🚗 2-car covered carport
🏄 Stocked beach closet + beach cart included
🪣 Beach chairs, buckets & shovels provided
💳 $35/day credit toward beach gear rentals (stays of 3–21 nights)
🌐 High-speed WiFi + Smart TV in every bedroom
👶 Pack 'n Play and high chair available
🐶 Dog friendly with pet fee
Spend your mornings padding out to the large beachfront deck to grill breakfast while the kids chase waves below. Afternoons are for the gulf-front community pool, a lazy walk along one of Florida's most unspoiled stretches of sand, or an impromptu pickleball match. By evening, fire up the gas grill on the deck, pour something cold, and watch the Cape San Blas sunset paint the sky — the kind of view that makes you start planning your return trip before dinner is even finished.
The main level is built for gathering, with an open living area, a cozy bay window seat in the dining room, a breakfast bar, and a sleeper sofa for flexible sleeping arrangements. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready for everything from quick beach-day lunches to full family dinners. A convenient half bath rounds out the main floor.
Bedrooms
King Master Suite — beachfront balcony, private ensuite with walk-in shower, Smart TV
Queen Guest Suite — private balcony with inland views, ensuite with tub/shower combo, Smart TV
Loft — 2 twin beds, TV nook, reclining chairs, supplemental A/C — a perfect hideaway for kids
Living Room — queen sleeper sofa for additional guests
Kitchen & Living
Full-size fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, Keurig, spice rack, starter paper towels and toiletries — everything you need from day one. A well-stocked bookshelf and family games fill the space between bedrooms, and the home library is genuinely one of the best you'll find in a vacation rental.
Outdoor & Community
Gas grill and outdoor dining on the main beachfront deck, outdoor shower and water hose at ground level, 2-car covered carport, stocked beach closet, and private boardwalk to the sand. As a Barrier Dunes guest you'll also have access to the gulf-front pool, a second interior pool, tennis courts, and pickleball courts — all within the gated community.
Guest Access
Full private use of the home across all three levels. Community amenities — pools, courts, beach boardwalk — are included for all guests.