Location: Secluded Dunes, Cape San Blas, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 13-14)
Keywords: House
This modern house sits on the beach, in a gated area, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, which was recently ranked as the best beach in the U.S., (see link below for national rankings). The house as well as the beach is dog friendly.
Cape San Blas is known for its clear, clean, aquamarine water, sugar-like sand, tall dunes, stunning views, and secluded location. Today it is getting harder and harder to find a quiet place to soothe away stress. Well, this is the place!
With unobstructed views to the Gulf, the park and St. Joe Bay, “Parkside” at Secluded Dunes is one of the most desirable vacation destinations in the United States. This large, open, tastefully-furnished house, with top-of-the-line kitchen and all the amenities includes high speed internet, a 50 inch television, unlimited long distance and Wi-Fi. Two bedrooms have private bathrooms with king size beds and two have private bathrooms with queen size beds. The kids’ bunkroom sleeps three and has a half bath across the hall.
While watching the spectacular sunset over the Gulf from the huge screened-in porch, you may also see deer on the dunes or dolphin in the water. Early risers can watch the sunrise over “Parkside’s” private acreage.
Bring your boat and launch it at the state park, close by. There is plenty of room for your boat and several cars on site. The fishing is superb, either in the surf out front or minutes away in St. Joe Bay, where Tarpon make their yearly appearance in July and August. Cobia, Pompano, Redfish and Speckled Trout help make the Cape a fisherman’s paradise. Other activities include diving for scallops in late summer, crabbing, and beach combing. The surf is normally low, making for excellent swimming and kayaking. A two man kayak is provided as well as two bicycles, which you can ride along the five mile bike path next to Cape San Blas Road. The adjacent state park is a mecca for bird watchers.
Perhaps, best of all is the peace and quiet you will enjoy in the secluded, 2,500 acre beach park which is our immediate neighbor to the north.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Child Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
spring break $3560.00 03/12/2011 - 04/08/2011
spring $3560.00 04/09/2011 - 05/27/2011
summer $5235.00 05/28/2011 - 08/13/2011
fall $3560.00 08/14/2011 - 12/31/2011
monthly for Nov or Dec $6000.00
$250 cleaning and linen fee 11% sales tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- House from the Beach - Cape San Blas Vacation Rental
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- Beach View from Porch - Our house literally sits on top of the ocean - Cape San Blas Vacation Rental
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- Great Room with New 50 Inch Plasma - Cape San Blas Vacation Rental
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- View into the State Park from the ground level
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- Downstairs Master opening onto screen porch facing the Gulf
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- Upstairs Master #2
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- Upstairs Master #1 with Private Balcony facing the Gulf of Mexico
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- Dining Room/Living Room opening to porch facing the Gulf of Mexico
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- Bunk Room with Trundle for the Kids
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- Large Kitchen with granite countertops and many other upgrades
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- Huge screened porch facing Gulf of Mexico
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- Upstairs Master #3
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- View from one of the side porches
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- Looking left from the porch into the magnificent dunes
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- The beach
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- House from the Beach
Traveler Reviews (8)
The Best Vacation Ever!
Guest: Angie
(Brodhead)
Date of Stay: 09/03/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
We stayed here the week of Labor Day and couldn't have asked for a better week, despite arriving on the tail end of Tropical Storm Lee, great waves to watch though! The house was so great, beautifully decorated, just like out of a Pottery Barn catalog. The kitchen was very well stocked, 2 coffee pots, 2 ovens, 2 refrigerators,great washer and dryer, wonderful ice maker, tons of room to move around in! The covered front porch was also awesome, its where the adults spent most of their time, beautiful views and we loved seeing the deer and fawns crossing right in front of us. The house was super clean and we loved the spacious bathrooms, including the bidets, and the bathroom outside with the two showers was also a very thoughtful touch! We also enjoyed the bikes and the kayak,I, my son and niece absolutely loved kayaking in the calm waters of the gulf. We would definitely love to come back, soon. The pictures don't do it justice either, the house is much larger than the pictures depict.. Oh and my son loved the Netflix! We didn't go out to eat any except to Triple Tails for great tasting steamed cajun shrimp and steamed oysters, they also serve the best pomegranate martinis. Cape San Blas is just the most awesome place, we love it and as long as we're able we will always make this our beach destination. Thanks so much for the great house and for all the care you have taken to make it so welcoming!
Owner response:We are happy you enjoyed Cape San Blas and our house. Reviews like this make our efforts and extra expenses worthwhile. Thanks The Simpsons
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Awsome Beach Vacation!!!
Guest: SM
(Loretto, Tn)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 07/31/11
Awsome House! Our second year to secluded dunes and it couldn't have been better! Had 4 generations from toddlers to Great-grandparents and was perfect for all. The house was immaculate yet very comfortable and livable. The beach was great and the location next to te park was great for uncrowded beach days. Can't wait to stay again! Loved the stocked rec room. Also loved the ice maker! (a real plus for filling the beach cooler!)
Owner response:Thanks for the the nice review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Best family vacation ever!
Guest: Tom & Cynthia S.
(Little Rock, AR)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
We loved the house and we loved the location. We plan to come back next year for two weeks instead of one. Could not have been better.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
The dream vacation came true...
Guest: Brian M.
(Morrow, OH)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
We enjoyed this home so much. The porch and scenery was breathe taking. The sunsets were amazing and I couldn't say enough about the clean beaches. The house was perfect for our growing family with all the amenities anyone could ask for. Thank you for making our dream vacation come true.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Family week
Guest: Joe P.
(Huntsville, AL)
Date of Stay: 11/21/10
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
Perfect for family coming together from 3 states and Canada. Well stocked kitchen for cooking, great for the dogs, bicycles were a plus. Weather was perfect at Thanksgiving. Gather your family and go!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Peaceful, beautiful, seclusion!
Guest: Carolyn B.
(Knoxville, TN)
Date of Stay: 03/13/11
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
If you're looking for seclusion & relaxation, Parkside is great. Property in excellent condition with exception of main entry door difficult to lock. Great views, beautiful beach, saw deer on property. Especially appreciated well-stocked rec supply room -- more than we needed -- beach chairs, toys, nets, shovel, bicycles, Kayak, etc. Nearest restaurants about 30 min. away, so stock up on groceries or drive a bit. Great stay!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Peace and tranquillity at Parkside
Guest: Scott W.
(Bellbrook, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
We travel and stay all over the East coast, as well as the Gulf. This was by far the most relaxing and peaceful stay we have ever had. It was literally like having our own private beach, there was no one within a quarter mile of us. We occasionally had someone walk by on the beach, but other than that all we seen off the back deck were the dolphins playing, and off the front deck there were the deer to keep us entertained. Plenty of seashells and sharks teeth on the beach, and the fishing was great. "Thank You Coastal Joes" for our best stay ever!!!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/25/05
Review Submitted: 11/25/05
We were 3 families that stayed in Parkside in July '05, which we were able to get last minute after our original rental was too damaged by Dennis. This house is fabulous. My hubby and I had the master suite with a balcony that was awesome at sunset. Screened porch was terrific. Huge kitchen and dining area. Great house for getting away from it all. We ate scallops one night that were collected in the bay that day. Truly a vacation to remember...
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