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Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access!

Port St. Joe vacation home with kitchen

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Pool
Pool
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, Windmark Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indian Pass Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Seaside stay .At this Port St. Joe vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Windmark Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Saint Joe Beach. Beacon Hill Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Windmark Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Saint Joe Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Mexico Beach - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 19 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Indian Pass Beach - 27 min drive - 23.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Uptown Raw Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howie's - ‬7 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.

Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access!

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
- Boardwalks, bike and walking paths
- Overlooks a pond
- Low-Speed Vehicle
- Garage
- Mother-in-law suite
- Community beach access
- Community pool
- Complete Clean Linen Participant - ALL linens, including comforter covers, are laundered upon every checkout

DETAILS: Backwater Bungalow is a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cape San Blas home that sleeps 8. Nestled in the Windmark neighborhood near the Forgotten Coast, with a community pool, beach access, and multiple bike paths and boardwalks, this home is ideally located for a relaxing beach vacation. With beach access only a 4-minute drive away, guests will love these pet-friendly accommodations!

Entering this airy home, guests immediately discover the charming open living and dining space. Start the day by whipping up breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen with gorgeous quartz countertops and high-end appliances before eating together at the 8-person dining room table with 4 additional seats at the breakfast bar. Unwind from the day’s activities in front of the 55” TV on plush furnishings bathed in natural light. Or, step through the French doors to access a small private patio with seating for 4, where guests can enjoy a nightcap while overlooking the tranquil pond at sunset. At the front of the house is an expansive guest bedroom with a king bed and an attached living space and kitchen, perfect for those who desire a bit more privacy and extra room. Down the hall is a guest bedroom with a queen bed and a third guest bedroom with a full-over-full bunk bed. The primary bedroom in this home includes a king bed and a private bathroom with a separate shower and tub. All the bedrooms have a wall-mounted TV. There is a laundry room with a full-size washer and dryer for guests to use, so feel free to pack light!

With serene coastal charm and access to the pristine beaches of Cape San Blas, Backwater Bungalow offers guests everything needed for the quintessential Florida vacation. With on-site parking for 3 vehicles with 1 in the garage—plus a 6-passenger golf cart—it’s easy to explore the local area. Situated between Windmark Public Beach and Port Saint Joe Bay, both nearby beach accesses are a 4-minute drive away.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 8):
FIRST FLOOR:
- Primary Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom With Shower and Tub Separate
- Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom With Shower/Tub Combo
- Guest Bedroom: Full/Full Bunk Bed, Shared Bathroom With Shower/Tub Combo
- Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Shared Bathroom With Shower/Tub Combo


*Your reservation includes $250 worth of beach gear. That’s right! Rent a beach wagon, beach chairs, umbrellas, paddle boards, and more for your stay. Your $250 credit will go a long way!

*We are happy to welcome up to 2 dogs for an additional non-refundable pet fee of $200.

*Per the HOA, this home does not allow boat parking in the neighborhood, but jetskis can be stored in the garage as long as they fit. If you need to store a boat on your vacation it is recommended that you call StoragePup, Bayou RV and Storage, and/or Boat Yard Storage to make arrangements prior to your arrival.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 are welcome
  • Service animals 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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Windmark Beach and 2.3 mi (4-min drive) from Saint Joe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! to downtown Port St. Joe?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from Port St. Joe.

Reviews

Holiday Stays! Dog Friendly! Low-Speed Vehicle! Community Pool! Beach Access! Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pattycake H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful. Door code did not work when we first arrived and we had to call. Pool was closed all week until Friday. No one notified me of this prior to arrival. This was disappointing to the kids. The pool was one of the features that helped us decide on this property. When we called about it they had no information on when it would be fixed. Other than those 2 issues it was wonderful. The house is extremely spacious, the golf cart is a life saving feature. The leave welcome starting gifts in the bathrooms and kitchens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hester C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful time!

Great location! Walking distance to the beach and neighborhood shops but also has a golf cart! The extra refrigerator and dish washer came in handy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family get away 😍

This was an amazing beach trip! Our whole group loved the spacious home and the beach was relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Billy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

House was beautiful just like pictures online. Loved having golf cart for beach and pool. Really enjoyed trip and only complaint is not much cell service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024