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Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Escape to the serene Cape San Blas and unwind at Turtle Townhouse. Enjoy a sunny spacious deck with gas-grill, table, chairs & umbrella overlooking the pond and its many turtles. With two pools nearby, you're just 100 steps from Gulf Beach where dolphins play near shore.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway!

The Turtle Townhouse is “vacation-ready”. With 2 bedrooms/2 full baths, a fully equipped kitchen with all-new appliances, living room with 40" Smart TV (TVs in each bedroom), sunny spacious deck with gas-grill, table, chairs & umbrella, WIFI, pet-friendly (dogs, only); the Turtle Townhouse is waiting for you! Its location is 20 steps from the heated pool/100 steps from Gulf Beach. The beach dunes have been refurbished, as of 4/2023, and new walkway crossovers are completed. The beach is wide open and ready to be enjoyed.

Cape San Blas has its two convenience stores & gas station open, along with St. Joe Shrimp Company fish market (also serving lunch) open. Weber’s Doughnuts is open. Bicycle/ kayak rentals are operating. Nearby restaurants on the Cape include Longbills, Coneheads, the Sand Box. The golf course is open.


In Port St. Joe, restaurants are open. The Piggley Wiggley and Dollar General supermarkets are open. The Turtle Townhouse is located on Cape San Blas, with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and St. Joseph's Bay on the other. Located in Barrier Dunes, a gated community with private beach access. White sand, emerald green water, dolphins playing near shore, make this pristine beach, 18 miles long, a wonderful stretch of paradise where you can walk to your heart's content. Many times you will be the only one on the beach.

Families will not only enjoy the warm sand and water, but also the two pools, stocked fishing ponds and the lighted tennis/pickle-ball courts in Barrier Dunes. Golfers will find the St. Joseph's Bay Country Club course (just a 15 minute drive away) challenging and scenic.

Barrier Dunes is located at the gate of the St. Joseph's Bay State Park which offers beautiful hiking trails along the bay, magnificent dunes, and outstanding bird watching. St. Joseph's Bay offers a wealth of activities including boating, kayaking, snorkeling, fishing and some of the best scalloping in the Gulf.

This townhouse has three balconies, two with views of the pond and its many turtles. The decks have outside seating, a patio table with umbrella, a gas grill, and great morning sun.

The master bedroom has a king-size bed, the guest bedroom has a queen bed, and there is a fold-out queen sleeper sofa. It comfortably sleeps six. Beds have 100% cotton sheets. The fully-stocked kitchen has many amenities including an ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and all small appliances.

The master bedroom has a full bath with two sinks, garden tub and large separate shower. It has a large walk-in closet.

The guest bedroom has a full bath with tub/shower combination.

The living room and bedrooms have HD-TVs with cable. DVD player is available in living room. WIFI is available(provided by MediaCom).

There are beach chairs, kick-boards, some sand buckets & toys available for use in the storage room off the carport. There is an outdoor shower with hot & cold running water. It's great for cleaning sand off or washing your dog. We have two new 26" adult bicycles (one male, one female) available for use by renters.

There are numerous turtles in the pond behind the townhouse, thus the name Turtle Townhouse. The turtles will come to see you if you come out on the deck, and they like to eat lettuce/carrot shavings, if you want to feed them.

Cape San Blas is a special place. It is relaxing and you will be glad that you found this place.
There are NO HIGH-RISES or cabanas on Cape San Blas.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Rules

Guests' Pet Liabilities/Responsibilities: for any pet inappropriate behaviors (such as biting, scratching, fighting, property damage, etc.).
Guests must have a conversation with hosts (either by phone or email) on their stay upon booking acceptance.
Guests must provide to hosts list of travelers, ages; pets, breed, sizes/weights, ages.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: $100 Fee for Dogs, no cats

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 neighborhood

Map
Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Pig Island are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Pet-Friendly Beach Retreat with Weekly Discounts for Your Relaxing Getaway! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was my 7 year old granddaughters first time to the beach. We had such a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R., Georgia

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

Favorite spot on the cape

3rd trip to barrier dunes. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wittmayer M.

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

Great condo and great beach

This is a super nice and clean condo equipped with everything one might need! Owners are super responsive and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C., Mansfield, GA

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

Perfect!

The property is perfectly located by the smaller pool and an easy, short walk to the beach. Barbara was great to communicate with, she checked in with us after we arrived and was so easy to work with. We will definitely stay here again. Very clean, lots of supplies for both the property and the beach available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Turtle Townhouse was very nice!

The Turtle Townhouse was better than expected. Everything was clean, newer, and in good working shape except for a few items, everything cant be perfect: dog hair in the carpet & ice maker didn't work. Otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the facilities, and the cape overall. The location of Barrier Dunes is perfect, north on the cape, close to the State Park (awesome) and nice beaches and water. The owners were very responsive and helpful and we appreciated them accommodating us. I would stay at this townhome over again.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

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

Wonderful, more affordable Beach Townhouse!

We very much felt at home in the Turtle Townhouse! I was so impressed with how clean it was! I liked that it was not cluttered, but still had everything we needed and I liked the owners taste. Some considerations for dog parents: Our dog was afraid of going down the slippery steep stairs & is too heavy to carry, so we had to take him out on the stair case from the balcony, which has wood stairs, but are open from the back, so it was a bit of a challenge at first. The stairs to the upper master bedroom are covered with carpet though.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

July 4th trip to the Cap

Another great stay at Barrier Dunes. Owners were responsive and available for everything prior to check in and during. Townhome was as described and would recommend and use again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

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

Wonderful!

Clean, well stocked, great communication, good location. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Summer Grandaughter Trip

Property was as described and pleasantly clean. We love the Cape and enjoyed our wonderful week with our oldest Grandaughter.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avard W.

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

Escape to the Cape

I. Was a great place to be. Will definitely make a return. Absolutely beautiful !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Great Get Away

This property had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawson P.

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

Perfect Getaway

My wife and I stayed for a week and we had a great time. The property is clean and fits exactly what you need if you are a beach goer. We enjoyed our time spent in the condo, though we spent most on the beach. We brought our own chairs, but they provide some If you prefer to pack light.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Beach Trip

We had a wonderful experience and couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M., Carrollton , Ga

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

Great place, great people.

We had a great time staying here. It was perfect for our family needs. Thanks to Barbara and Tom for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

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

Awesome place!

This was our first trip to Cape San Blas and it was a great experience. Most of the things you need are already available in this rental. We enjoyed the turtles that came out to sun and eat bread everyday. I was concerned about the walk to the beach and the stairs to the room for my 80 yr old mother but she made it fine morning and evening. The beach was not too crowded, we left our tent and chairs out all week. Everyone we encountered was friendly and nice. The things you do need you might want to pick up in Port Saint Joe on your way in. We ate at the Cape Smokehouse and it was good. Beach planet had some nice souvenirs. The owners are very responsive. We hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Wonderful!

The property and area were wonderful! Very pet friendly and the beach is very close! The check in process was easy as was the checkout. We look forward to coming back next year! Thank you to the wonderful property managers!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

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

Wonderful Cape San Blas townhome

We really loved our stay at this beautiful property. Very comfortable, close to the pool and beach. Perfect spot with great hosts!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Turtle condo

We had a great time. Everything we needed was there. Pots/pans/coffee maker/washer/dryer. Didn’t use bikes or chairs but nice to know they are available.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isabel v.

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

Great Holiday home

This place is in very good condition, all is well maintained, very clean and well equipped with everything you need and can think of for a good, relaxing holiday and to feel at home. We appreciated very much the prompt responses by our friendly host and her helpful information to any question or little problem we had. We can highly recommend this place and would definately come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

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

Well Appointed and Clean

We had a very relaxing stay at Turtle Townhouse. The place was very clean and well appointed. It was so nice to have paper products, laundry supplies, spices and condiments, coffee, etc. supplied so we didn't have to worry about purchasing them. This was our third stay in the Barrier Dunes complex over the last 10 or so years, and it was our favorite. The walk to the beach was very short, the pool was just steps away, and the turtles in the pond were fun to watch. The two questions we had during our stay were answered immediately by our hosts via text. We would very much recommend a stay here, and would definitely like to come back ourselves.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Fall Escape

Turtle Townhouse was a great place to relax and unwind! The property was clean and bright. It had everything we needed and more! Lots of thought was put into what people might need and it shows! The community was also clean and well appointed. We love visiting the Cape and would absolutely go back to Turtle Townhouse!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla R., Dothan

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

A great place to relax

This is a very nice place to unwind and relax. We had an awesome time! Everything we needed was right there. The internet was great for our son who had to work. It’s just a short walk to the beach. I enjoyed feeding the turtles and fish. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great stay

Nice place. Perfect for our needs, which were primarily for sleeping space. AC went out and the owner/manager promptly got it repaired. We’ll stocked and my two year old granddaughter loved the turtles.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Gina N.

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

Relaxing

After a long difficult year, it was so nice to go to a place for complete relaxation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Perfect Vacation!!!

We totally enjoyed our time at Turlehouse Condo! We had everything we needed and more. We were pleasantly surprised at the generosity of our Landlords to share their beach, kitchen and bathroom supplies. We hope to stay here again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021