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Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island

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Property grounds
On the beach
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Dining
Beach/ocean view
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Popular LocationIndian Pass Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort St. Joe Beach19 min walk
  • Popular LocationMoney Bayou5 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)100 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island

Halsell's Hideaway

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This beachfront cottage is perched on top of a dune, boasting a beautiful view of the gulf and St. Vincent's National Wildlife Refuge. With a cozy atmosphere, this home comes equipped with a full kitchen (no dishwasher) and features a lovely wraparound deck. Nestled near the very end of Indian Pass, you'll have the feeling of seclusion and privacy while the convenience of city life nearby. Couples will absolutely love vacationing here! Conveniences include a clothes washer/dryer, WiFI, and cable TV.

Take the steps from the deck down to the beach and fishing activities or drive to various attractions including Port St. Joe (14.4 miles), Apalachicola (20.6 miles), and Cape San Blas (8.6 miles).
The area also offers multiple golf courses, lighthouses, and wildlife preserves.

THINGS TO KNOW
There are 30 stair steps from the parking area up to the cabin.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

County permit number: STR22-000415

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

NEW Listing Beachfront Dune Cottage House
NEW Listing Beachfront Dune Cottage
NEW Listing Beachfront Dune Cottage House
Beachfront Dune Cottage w/ Deck View of St Vincent Island
18886
Listing Beachfront Dune House

About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. John Gorrie State Museum and Dixie Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Saint Joe Marina. Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Downtown Books & Purl are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Pass Beach - 4 min walk
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 19 min walk
  • Money Bayou - 5 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 15 min drive
  • Beach - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Indian Pass Raw Bar - 5 min drive
  • Scallop Republic - 10 min drive
  • Indian Pass Seafood Co. - 2 min drive
  • Brokeatoe Horseback Riding on the Beach - 10 min drive
  • D&J's BBQ - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront dune cottage with deck & view of St Vincent Island located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Pass Beach and Port St. Joe Beach. Money Bayou is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 43 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan M J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect for our needs. Very clean, great location. The beach itself is pretty narrow, but still room for a chair and an umbrella.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Angie M.

Great getaway! The location is prime!
The location was spot on for me. Was looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway on the water and this fulfilled it! But this little cottage needs some TLC. Had some issues that I reported and they responded promptly. I got a good work out climbing the stairs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas H.

Fair
Construction going on in th unit during our stay. Construction going on units either side. Older unit needs repairs and updates. Good location - right on the water - mostly quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Florence S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and view are wonderful
This house is small but perfect for 2 people. Having 2 bathrooms was a plus but I wouldn't put anyone on the sofa bed for more than one night - it was pretty low quality. The kitchen is in much need of supplies. Glasses were in short supply (we had 3 tumblers) and only a few small pots. Fortunately we were planning to eat out for most of our meals but I would have loved to have had more to cook with. The stairs were mentioned in other reviews and they are indeed a climb bringing anything heavy into the house but I guess we needed the exercise. Everything else was nice and we enjoyed many hours sitting on the deck watching the birds.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Bungalow - Crusty Crab
To start with the positives… The beach house was clean and everything worked (lights, TVs, dryer etc.) The house was the most private on the beach with trees on both sides, you could not see the houses to the left or right from the private deck. The negatives or areas for improvement… The house is very outdated and in need of basic repairs. The VRBO pictures show a grill in good shape. The grill was literally falling apart. The pictures do no show the 20+ steps you have to climb to get to the house. The steps are rotting and covered in mold which makes them very slippery and unsafe when wet. Be aware if you have access issues or must carry heavy luggage up to the house. The deck is in very bad shape. The wood is beginning to get spongy from decay. The outdoor shower, which is a shower head on a post, needs the valve handles replaced and the foot wash hose is dry-rotted and is useless. The screen door entering the house at the master bedroom needs to be replaced. The photos on VRBO and Vacasa are outdated. The dirty sofa shown in the photos has been replaced as an improvement but that is all. The toilet in the guest restroom barely flushes. The bedroom mattress needs to be replaced because it is sunken in the middle and two people cannot sleep comfortably. The kitchen sink faucet needs replacing and the sink spray nozzle handle was missing. Basically, this house was exactly what we thought we were getting. My wife and I affectionately were calling this house the Crusty Crab. It is old and crusty and a great place for a couple to enjoy. If some cosmetic improvements are made and the deck/stairs were rebuilt and made safer, this would be the perfect small beach bungalow that a couple and small families could enjoy…assuming you are in good enough shape to haul luggage etc. up the stairs. Best! C & S
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Robby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples getaway
Great spot. Absolutely no crowds. Very very private. House could use some updates. As long as you don’t want to watch much TV, which we didn’t, you will be ok. Only local channels. Microwave did not work but we were fine with that too. Manager did offer to bring us another one that worked and remove the old one, but we declined. Had the house been a little more updated, it would definitely be 5 stars. But for the price, I would definitely stay again. This was a bargain.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage
Fabulous cottage for a couples get away. Perfect with upgraded everything? No. The location is spectacular, which makes it well worth it. Lots of stairs from the parking area, the house sits up on a dune. Fishing out back from the shore. Short paddle across Indian Pass to St Vincent's Island. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Ivette B., Cleveland, Georgia

Beautiful location on the beach. Home interior needs upgrades.
Small home perfect for 2 people. However, living room/dining area needs updated furnishings with more comfortable seating. Kitchen with exposed electrical cords and some cookware, drink ware and dishes with food residue in cabinets. Bedroom with attached bathroom had been upgraded and were comfortable. Shower/tub and shower curtain in bathroom adjacent to kitchen was dirty on arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy house with great view
We were looking to get away as all of our other vacation plans were ruined by the pandemic. We saw this location as being secluded and jumped on it. We were pleasantly delighted with our stay. The view was amazing and the house was the perfect size for just the 2 of us. We would love to visit this great location again someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Million Dollar view in a Fixer Upper Cottage
Fantastic location and view! Cottage is a diamond in the rough. Cottage needs major renovations inside and out. Except for the relatively new appliances, everything else is outdated: cabinets, wall-to-wall carpeting in bedroom, bathrooms (toilet is leaking in shower bathroom), light fixtures in kitchen cracked, no lightbulb in ceiling light in bath tub bathroom; nasty, dirty table and only one old plastic chair on deck; deck needs to be repaired and painted; the third step is loose going down to the beach almost causing my husband to fall; no water to rinse feet off outside by deck, no water for fish cleaning sink which is full of junk; discarded chairs and air mattresses on side deck, no gas in BBQ.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
You can do better...
Ok.... so, this house was clean overall. However, it is a death trap, the two flights of stairs from the parking area and from the house to the water are severely dilapidated and rotten, some were loose and would flip up if you were not careful. The sewer line from the house was broken and dropping into the weeds at the parking area, which accommodated the WORST mosquito infestation I have ever seen. We literally had to throw our stuff in the truck when checking out and leave and find a parking lot to organize everything because they were so bad. You would be completely covered in a matter of seconds. Not to mention the smell of the sewer dumping onto the ground and the sound of the “plop” every time the toilet was flushed. You could see daylight all around the closed exterior door in the bedroom, so we had some interesting critters come into the room every night. The day bed in the living room was barely holding together under my young sons weight of about 145 lbs, so if an actual adult would have tried to sleep on it, it would not have held up. Most of the pickets for the bannisters were loose or missing so not a good place for small children. Whenever you flushed the toilet in the master bath, water would dump from behind the toilet onto the floor, which leads to the next problem, the bathroom floor around the toilet, pretty sure the only thing holding you up would be the old linoleum because the floor felt like you were walking on a sponge. I will probably contact the county and let them know about the serious health and safety concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Debbie H.

Wonderful location
Lots of stairs - 2 flights up from parking area and 2 flights down to beach. The property looks just like the pictures. Home is cheaply furnished but bed and showers are decent. Great deck SO close to the beach. Near boat launch so lots of boat activity to watch. Right across from the point of St Vincent island - the point is a bird sanctuary so off limits to humans. Just a great place to spend a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laural C., Griffin, GA USA

Relaxing an beautiful
We enjoyed our stay very much. We want to continue coming back. Really enjoyed being on St. Vincent Sound. The last day dolphins were swimming by within feet of us. The locals and visitors alike are friendly and courteous. Wonderful! Only suggestion would be to fix burners on stove top, they are all crooked. Thank you very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jack P.

Awesome view and location make up for small negatives
First, those minuses... The place smells of cigarettes upon entry. It gets better once inside. It may be a smoke-free property now, but someone used to smoke. Second, the kitchen needs a deep cleaning. We don’t mind rustic or worn, but the microwave exterior was pretty gross, for example. Bedroom carpet was a bit funky and old. It’s a bit of a hike up the stairs from the mosquito-infested parking area, but we’re in decent shape and it was always rewarded with the view towards St. Vincent Island once you made it. Spectacular! Mother nature always provided interesting things to see with constant bird watching (including bald eagles). If you like shelling, this stretch of beach will yield many small treasures. The place also had good privacy. There are other houses nearby, but you wouldn’t know it. So overall, it was a good experience, but not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darrell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
First since Michael. Did not know what to expect. Also first time renting with VRBO. No regrets. Was disappointed to find several of my favorite eating spots were closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Out of this world views!
The privacy and soul of this little property is amazing. Words won’t express the gratitude of our visit. Simple and sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view is breathtaking, the inside could be a little more updated, AC unit is really loud from the bedroom, the bed and bed sheets could be newer. Overall I like it and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Guyrine M.

Great vacation
The cottage was beautiful right on the beach, the view was wonderful. It was quite and peaceful wonderful place for kids. I rated it 4 because of the stairs to the cottage they were hard to manage, but I am 68 years old with a bad knee.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019