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Pure Forgotten Coast Relaxation! Steps to Uncrowded Beaches!

Port St. Joe vacation home with kitchen

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An aerial view of a beach with houses along the shore, a clear sky, and the ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a desk, a bench, and a view of the outside.
A beach playground with a slide and swings, surrounded by palm trees and buildings.
A kitchen with a white countertop, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a staircase leading to another level.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a grey sofa, a blue armchair, a white coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61377 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park with a stay here. Also, Palmer Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 13 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Mexico Beach - 44 min drive - 35.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Emerald Isle - ‬2 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.

Pure Forgotten Coast Relaxation! Steps to Uncrowded Beaches!

Ask us about lower monthly off season rates Nov, Dec. Jan and/or Feb. Book by the month or several months at very reduced rates.

Escape to this charming two-bedroom townhome in the heart of Cape San Blas. Heron's Hideaway is right in the center of the desirable North Cape gulf front community of Barrier Dunes. A short 2 minute walk to the beautiful white sand beach and next to one of the pools and tennis courts. We are continuously making upgrades and improvements to our home so guests enjoy a wonderful escape to the Cape. Our home has a spacious living room with a 65” TV featuring built in Roku for streaming all your favorite apps. New quartz counter tops and stainless steel appliances greet you in the kitchen.
Just off the kitchen is a laundry closet with full size washer and dryer and laundry supplies. In the kitchen is a large pantry and appliance storage. Unlike many of the Barrier Dunes units, Heron’s Hideaway provides you all the storage space you need for your groceries and supplies.

Open the 6’ sliding glass door and step out to your private deck with gate, new Trex decking, Polywood furniture and umbrella for relaxing after a day of fun and sun. A gas grill is provided if you enjoy staying home and cooking your meals.

Upstairs you will find 2 bedrooms each with a TV and private bathroom. The master bedroom features a King sized bed, 65” TV, newly updated master bathroom with double sink vanity, walk in closet and private deck with bar height polywood furniture and beautiful views and gulf breezes. The second bedroom features a queen bed, a set of bunk beds, en-suite bathroom and private deck with a view of one of Barrier Dunes many ponds.

Included-
* All linens
* Keurig combo coffee pot
* assorted cooking spices
* dish liquid and dishwasher pods
* laundry soap/supplies
* hand soap in all bathrooms
* starter toiletries
* starter supply of toilet paper
* roll of paper towels
* basic cleaning supplies
* Turkish cotton beach towels
* beach wagon
* 4 low beach chairs & 2 bag chairs
* several beach umbrellas
* beach sand toys
* pack n play
* baby monitor
* baby gate
* child booster seat
* games & puzzles
* DVDs
* Pickleball set
*Bathroom- Hair Dryer, Starter pack of toiletries, toilet paper, hand towel
*Outdoor- Gas grill, outdoor seating, outdoor shower, 3 decks

Community Amenities
*Private Beach Access
*Beach Access with ramp
*2 pools(1 heated seasonally)
*Tennis/pickleball court
*Playground
*Gazebo
*Ponds

Near-by Activities & Amenities- Shopping, Restaurants, Cape San Blas LightHouse, Port St. Joe Marina, TH Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, Salinas Park (pickle ball courts), Rish State Park, Fishing Charters, Boat Rentals, Horseback Riding on Beach.

We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru January on a monthly basis. Message us for the low monthly rates.

Located at the end of Cape San Blas and minutes from the St. Joseph State Park, a 2000 acre park that offers 3 miles of paved bike paths and 8 miles of beaches, Barrier Dunes is a gated community which offers 4 beach access points, 2 swimming pools
and 2 tennis/pickleball courts. There are 3 freshwater ponds. Fun for bird watching and feeding the local turtles.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • 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
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,377 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Late check out fee $50.00

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Palmer Beach and 8 mi (11-min drive) from Port St. Joe Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Snowbird availability Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb! Steps to the beautiful beach! to downtown Port St. Joe?

This vacation home is 6.2 mi away from Cape San Blas.

Pure Forgotten Coast Relaxation! Steps to Uncrowded Beaches! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised, would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time here. The space felt like home and had all that we needed for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay! We love staying in Barrier Dunes. This unit was close to pool and short walk to beach. Unit was very clean, just as pictured.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay

Fantastic set-up for families. Owner was very responsive when we had a question. House was updated and clean. Will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heron’s Hideaway was the perfect vacation spot for our family. It was exactly what we were looking for as far as convenience to the beach and pools, providing beach items and other necessities, and cleanliness & comfort away from home. We especially liked that it was close to T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and short walk to beach

We really enjoyed our stay at Heron’s Hideaway! It was very clean & well stocked. We also enjoyed the short walk to the beach. Terry was very helpful to answer any questions we had about the area & had some great recommendations!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

This is one of the nicest rentals we have ever stayed at. It was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you might need. The furnishings were nice and we enjoyed the gas grill and deck area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this beautiful home for a week get away! Terri was so pleasant to communicate with during our stay with check out questions that came along. We plan to book with Terri again soon! I totally recommend Herons Hideway for a clean and easy stay! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heron's Hideaway Cape San Blas, FL

The home was perfect, very clean, close proximity to the pool, plenty of kitchen accessories for cooking, the host was very helpful and quick to respond to our question's. The home looks newly updated with a coastal decor and is very nice. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great condo

We stayed here from Christmas Eve to New Year’s Eve. The condo was very clean and well stocked. It is a very nice condo. We will definitely stay here again if we ever make it back to the area. Terri was very responsive to any questions we had. The only con was having to go up and down two flights of stairs, but it is understandable due to being so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacation

We had a wonderful experience staying at this property. The owner was quick to respond to messages and was so very friendly and helpful. The unit was as pictured and described. We had everything we needed. The unit is close to the tennis courts and pool and an easy walk to the beautiful beach. The sand is white and the water clear. We will not hesitate to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best rental ever!!!

We've stayed in many vrbo's, this one is by far the best! Very clean and well stocked! Thank you so much Terri and Rick! Your home is beautiful! A true home away from home. Keep your house keepers. They are great and hard to come by these days. Thanks again, Kim
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Would recommend to families of more than 8. NO

A little misleading on the beach access. Had to stretch to see the ocean. Need information on how to operate the TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All the comforts of home!!

Owners have really out done themselves with adding so many little touches and amenities I can't list them all. Floor plan ideal for early risers with a choice between 3 patios or large living room to enjoy your morning coffee. We are seasoned vacation rental renters and this unit and the property owners have really earned a ☆☆☆☆☆(five star) rating. Regarding Barrier Dunes I am not so sure there is any other option on the Cape that can beat these units. (2) pools, tennis courts, easy access to beach and within walking distance to 2 great restuarants. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Beach Vacay Yet!

We were so happy with our stay at this wonderful property! It was perfectly equipped for our family's stay! The kitchen had everything you could need. I was super happy with the crockpot for making a meal while we enjoyed the beach during the day and the pantry with baskets for organizing your items was a wonderful bonus! Our kids were super happy with their room and the TV with streaming apps for movies and shows while taking a break from the sun in the evenings. It was so nice to have beach towels, chairs, and toys for the kids already there as well. The unit was super convenient to the little restaurants and the state park on the cape as well. We definitely plan to return not only Cape San Blas but to this unit as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Visit, Love this Place!

Awesome week! One of the best rentals we have stayed at. Very clean, well decorated and well stocked! Steps to one of the pools and pickleball courts and a short walk to the beautiful beach! Plan to go next year again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Beach Getaway Spot

Heron's Hideaway was packed full of sweet and special personal touches that made our trip the perfect beach getaway. The location right on the beach and next to the pool served our small kids well for naptimes and quick walks back to the air conditioning. The host was very responsive and kind as she walked us through our first stay at the Cape. This quiet beach was ideal for our family's sunny beach days, sunset walks looking for shells, & nightly bonfires to make s'mores & stargaze. We couldn't have asked for a better beach experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place!

The townhome was well stocked, very clean, and spacious. It was a short two minute walk to the beach and our daughter loved how close we were to the pool! We loved it here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Post Christmas Trip

We loved our stay at Heron’s Hideaway! The small pool was heated which was a great surprise for the kids for a December swim! The beaches were as beautiful as ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

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