T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
3 min walk
beach near Avalon Drive
Place, beach near Avalon Drive
2 min drive
William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
Place, William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
3 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Port St. Joe
In Port St. Joe .At this Port St. Joe vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Pig Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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
William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Port St. Joe Beach - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
Mexico Beach - 52 min drive - 35.0 miles
Restaurants
Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - 18 min drive
LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - 16 min walk
Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - 5 min drive
Peachy’s - 5 min drive
The Cape Trading Post - 5 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.
Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball
Take a Paws was made for the whole family — including the four-legged members. This dog-friendly two-bedroom townhome in the gated Barrier Dunes community is a one-minute walk from the beach, with Gulf views from the master suite sunset deck, a large screened porch with ceiling fan and dining set for bug-free outdoor living, a soaking tub in the king suite, and a few details you won't find anywhere else in the collection: a 65-inch Smart TV in the living room and a whole-house water filtration system so every tap in the home delivers pure, great-tasting water. It's called Take a Paws for a reason — this is the kind of place where you actually stop, breathe, and settle in.
🐾 Dog friendly — bring up to 2 dogs to one of Florida's most beautiful beaches 🌊 One-minute walk to the beach in the gated Barrier Dunes community 🌅 King master suite with private Gulf-view sunset deck 📺 65-inch Smart TV in the living room — the largest in the portfolio 💧 Whole-house water filtration system + under-sink filter — pure water from every tap 🪲 Large screened porch with ceiling fan and outdoor dining — Gulf air, no bugs 🛁 King master suite with soaking tub, separate shower, double-sink vanity & walk-in closet 🐕 Water hose at the carport for sandy paws after every beach trip 🏊 Access to gulf-front and interior community pools in Barrier Dunes 🎾 Tennis and pickleball courts + freshwater ponds with dock nearby 🚗 2-car covered carport + stocked beach closet 🏄 Beach cart, beach chairs, cooler, buckets & shovels included 💳 $35/day credit toward beach gear rentals (stays of 3–21 nights) 🌐 High-speed WiFi + Smart TV in every room 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with Keurig, drip coffee maker & spice rack 👶 Pack 'n Play and high chair available 🔒 Gated Barrier Dunes community — quiet, private & beautifully maintained
Take a Paws is the Cape San Blas trip you've been putting off because you couldn't figure out what to do with the dog. The answer is here: bring them. Cape San Blas's beach is one of the most dog-welcoming stretches of Gulf Coast sand in Florida, the water hose at the carport handles sandy paws after every outing, and Take a Paws itself is designed for the kind of relaxed, unhurried vacation that works equally well on two legs or four. Mornings start with the screened porch — ceiling fan turning, pure filtered water in the coffee maker, the Gulf breeze doing its thing without a single mosquito. The beach is a minute away once everyone's ready. Afternoons drift between the surf, the community pools, and the living room's 65-inch screen on a rainy afternoon. Evenings belong to the master suite deck, watching the Gulf turn gold and rose at sunset — soaking tub waiting inside, the day fully and completely done. Take a paws. You've earned it.
The main level is open and welcoming — fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area, and a generous living room with sleeper sofa and 65-inch Smart TV, all opening onto the large screened porch with ceiling fan, dining set, and gas grill. The queen guest bedroom with its own private balcony and full bath is conveniently on this level.
Bedrooms
King Master Suite (second floor) — private Gulf-view sunset deck, soaking tub, separate shower, double-sink vanity, walk-in closet, Smart TV — full-size washer and dryer in laundry room on this level
Queen Guest Bedroom (main floor) — private balcony, full bath, Smart TV — serene and comfortable
Living Room — queen sleeper sofa and 65-inch Smart TV for additional guests
Kitchen & Living Fully equipped kitchen with Keurig, drip coffee maker, spice rack, and all cookware for the week. Whole-house water filtration system plus under-sink filter ensures pure great-tasting water from every tap. Family games, books, ceiling fans, and central A/C throughout.
Outdoor & Ground Level Large screened porch with ceiling fan, dining table, and gas grill — the signature feature for comfortable bug-free outdoor living. Private Gulf-view sunset deck off the master suite. Enclosed hot and cold outdoor shower, water hose for sandy paws, 2-car covered carport, and a stocked beach closet with cart, chairs, and cooler ready to go.
Guest Access Full private use of both floors. Barrier Dunes community amenities — gulf-front pool, interior pool, tennis and pickleball courts, freshwater ponds with dock, community playground, and private beach boardwalk access — all included for guests.
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)
General
Unit size: 1,184 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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Parties and events are allowed on site.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball to the beach?
This vacation home is 7.9 mi (14-min drive) from Port St. Joe Beach and 14.8 mi (23-min drive) from Indian Pass Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball to downtown Port St. Joe?
This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Cape San Blas.
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We had a great time relaxing at the beach for the week. The townhouse was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The location was excellent. Can’t wait to come back and stay again!