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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 142858 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, Indian Pass Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in!

Located in the pristine Indian Pass, 'Tarpon Sound' provides a beachfront getaway with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and St. Vincent Island National Wildlife Refuge. This spacious dog-friendly retreat combines luxury with comfort, boasting a well-appointed kitchen, large king suites and amazing views all around. You will love your direct beach access too! And a BRAND-NEW 12 1/2' x 8' Swim Spa! Come see The Forgotten Coast!

THE SPACE
- Dog friendly with dog-friendly beaches
- New heated Swim Spa overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and St. Vincent Sound
- Beachfront property with private boardwalk for direct beach access
- Modern kitchen, Sub-Zero brand refrigerator, Miele-brand dishwasher
- Separate Bar/Beverage area
- Gas fire pit (seasonal)
- Gas grill and outdoor dining area
- Owner's artwork displayed throughout
- 3 water view King Suites
- Starlink WiFI

LAYOUT:

Ground Floor
- Parking for 4-6 Cars (covered and uncovered) plus room for boat parking
- *Elevator access
- Interior steps to 1st Floor
- Exterior steps to beach and main deck with Swim Spa

1st Floor
- *Elevator access
- Open concept floorplan kitchen-dining-living with panoramic views
- Chef's dream kitchen with high-end appliances and walk-in Pantry
- Dining for 10 plus extra seating at the breakfast bar
- Living area with extra-large TV
- Separate Bar/Beverage area with wine chiller, ice maker and wet bar
- Half bath
- Bunkroom with 3 Twin-over-Twin bunks and ensuite bath with tub/shower combo
- Access to decks covered and uncovered
- Access to 12 1/2' x 8' heated Swim Spa
- Private boardwalk for beach access and outside shower
- Gas fire pit available (seasonal)
- Gas grill

2nd Floor
- *Elevator access
- Gulf front grand King Suite with ensuite bath with shower and private deck overlooking beach
- (the Gulf front King suite also features sleeper sofa and large walk-in closet)
- Lagoon view King suite with access to deck
- Lagoon view King suite with access to deck and en suite with shower
- Full bathroom with shower located in hallway
- Laundry room with drying rack and folding counter

This Home Accommodates 14
Bed Count: 3 King, 3 Twin/Twin Bunks,1 Queen Sleeper Sofa

Your reservation includes $300 worth of beach and adventure gear rental! You will be able to shop for bikes, paddle boards, kayaks, beach chairs, umbrellas, or even beach carts. No need to find the rental company, your gear will be delivered to your beach house and will be waiting for your arrival.

Bringing a pet? That can be arranged with additional fee. Please check with us on size and number limits for pets.

No events are allowed that are over the occupancy of the house or require a chaperone. We strictly adhere to a minimum age limit for renters.

*The elevator is residential grade and may occasionally experience disruptions. Our staff will do all we can to repair any issues and get the elevator functional again. However, if an elevator repair tech/Company is needed repair times can extend several days due to our remote location. If you have someone in your party with mobility issues please plan accordingly as this amenity cannot be guaranteed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is on the beach. St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Indian Pass Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 31 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Mexico Beach - 36 min drive - 50.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Key - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Jimmie Mac Raw Bar Stage & Courtyard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in!?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in! on May 30, 2026 start from $889, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tarpon Sound: 4th of July week now available as a Friday or Saturday check in! 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 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan L.

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

Spectacular In Every Way

The house was amazing, the decor was tasteful and the furnishings comfortable. The view of the sound and St. Vincent Island made morning coffee on the deck a real treat. The beach was quiet and clean, our pups enjoyed their daily walks on it. The elevator came in handy for transport of luggage.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great house but ......

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home and great location. We called on two seperate occasions requesting maintenance issues and never saw anyone or a call back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Improper safety railings on stairs

On second day there I fell and fractured my humerus and required 5 staples in my head. I ha surgery on my arm after returning home. I still cannot use my arm or hand. Recovery is estimated to be a minimum of 3 months. The railing o the inside stairs is not continuous making it where you have to let go of one to reach for the other. We will be contacting you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise G.

Nice vacation home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall it was a good experience. The rental had a film over all the hard surfaces. When we wiped it was a yellow film. We were disappointed that we were not able to use our bunk room bathroom for two days. The hot water was messed up and the tub would not drain. We did have a plumber come and fix on Monday though. The fridge leaked and we had to keep a towel under it to keep water contained. And the back door keypad did not work. Other than those things it was a nice home and the elevator was a huge plus!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Tarpon Sound - Stay in June 2022

We stayed at Tarpon Sound for a week in June 2022. The house was beautiful and a perfect size for our mix of grandparents, parents, kids and grandkids. The only issues we found included the kitchen storage - there was none. I'm sure the pantry was one of the owner's closets which were locked, but that did not leave anything but counter space to put our groceries. Otherwise, the kitchen was great. We enjoyed all the appliances and openness to the living area, plus the full size wine fridge (that was awesome!). We also enjoyed the marvelous view of the water. Another issue was the WiFi which went out and took 2 or 3 days to get fixed. This would not have been a huge deal, but my daughter and son-in-law had to do a virtual court case for one of their foster children. We ended up using a lot of our phones hot spot data, but it worked out okay. The tech finally came and it took him over 2.5 hours to fix the issue, whatever it was. The stairs to the beach look intimidating when you first see them, but it really wasn't that bad making the trip. There is an elevator - it's small and very slow, but it got the job done. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms worked out great. There is a lot of space in the house and it's not only laid out well it's decorated beautifully. This is a trip we'd definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

great times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: dishwasher needs to be fixed and leaks in ceiling need to be addressed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana V.

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

Beautiful

The property is clean, spacious, and bright. Exactly as advertised with a bonus. Perfect location for swimming and boating. Easy communication with property manager. Close to a few good stores, and completely relaxing. We had a group of five adults and three children and it was no problem to have space to yourself or gather in the large front room. Beds were clean, kitchen well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals and clean up. Overall it was a great week for us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home; beautiful location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great until we left and I called to reserve for the same time next year. We stayed here last year as well.They must have thought I wanted to make a downpayment to purchase the house ... the rent nearly doubled. Very disappointing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

Great Fun, Great Fishing and Great Food

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great Fun, Great Fishing and Great FoodOur stay at Tarpon Sound can be summed up as great fun, great fishing and great food. The house was very accommodating to our party of nine. (five adults and four teenagers). The location on Indian Pass is somewhat secluded as compared to the Cape and directly across from St Vincent Island. The house is very well maintained and everything was in working order. The bunkroom has 6 bunks, which was perfect for our four thirteen year old guests (grandson and his three friends) and located on the second floor separate from the adults all on the third floor. The kitchen is as advertised, all high end appliances and well laid out for a large group. The views are amazing of Apalachicola Bay, St Vincent Island and the Gulf of Mexico. Having the boat launch so close made it very easy to drop our boat in and out of the water allowing us to fish St Vincent Island daily and eat fresh fish several nights during our stay. The home has an elevator, which is centrally located, making it very easy to manage luggage, groceries and special guest. Overall, the house and location did not disappoint. Our family and guest all felt very comfortable and very welcomed. If there was one thing I could suggest, it would be the addition of a private pool for the younger group because of the depth and strong current of the water behind the home. We would stay in this property again.ThanksRick and Jennifer
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

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

Great Fun, Great Fishing and Great Food

Our stay at Tarpon Sound can be summed up as great fun, great fishing and great food. The house was very accommodating to our party of nine. (five adults and four teenagers). The location on Indian Pass is somewhat secluded as compared to the Cape and directly across from St Vincent Island. The house is very well maintained and everything was in working order. The bunkroom has 6 bunks, which was perfect for our four thirteen year old guests (grandson and his three friends) and located on the second floor separate from the adults all on the third floor. The kitchen is as advertised, all high end appliances and well laid out for a large group. The views are amazing of Apalachicola Bay, St Vincent Island and the Gulf of Mexico. Having the boat launch so close made it very easy to drop our boat in and out of the water allowing us to fish St Vincent Island daily and eat fresh fish several nights during our stay. The home has an elevator, which is centrally located, making it very easy to manage luggage, groceries and special guest. Overall, the house and location did not disappoint. Our family and guest all felt very comfortable and very welcomed. If there was one thing I could suggest, it would be the addition of a private pool for the younger group because of the depth and strong current of the water behind the home. We would stay in this property again. Thanks Rick and Jennifer
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Florence S.

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

Everything was perfect for us.

Quiet and private but close to anything you might want. Our dog did not want to leave and neither did we. Top of the line in every way and sparkling clean. Did I say perfect?
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thien N.

Beautiful home but not ideal location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was beautiful and was fully furnished with top of the line appliances and electronics. However, the beach in the backyard is not as nice as we we're expecting it didn't have waves and the water was constantly moving in a current so it was hard to swim and let little kids play. Also, the internet was super slow, we would only get around 5mbps during the whole week. The refrigerator door handle broke on the first day of the week and a technician came by to check but they didn't come back to fix it(probably due to the part not available since it's a higher end refrigerator)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exceeded all expectations!

The house layout is wonderful .... PLENTY of room to spread out : ) All accommodations are first rate and everything was impeccably clean. Lots of stairs ... thank goodness for the elevator!! Beautifully located right on the Indian Pass waterway, which is subject to fluctuations depending on tides and winds. This can affect fishing and kayaking. We enjoyed the beach and decks and will definitely be back next year .... same time, same place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Beautiful Home, Quiet Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in 20+ beach homes over the years and this is by far the nicest we have ever experienced. The home accommodated our family of 7 with ample room to spare. The dining table is so large that we were able to keep board games set up at one end and eat at the other! My husband loves to cook and he was in heaven in that kitchen! There is plenty of room for parking under the house which was nice for rainy days. All that being said, the beach was different than we've ever experienced. There are no waves, which makes it very quiet. There are very few neighbors but some do drive on the beach with a permit. The current is very swift as the water comes in and out of Apalachiacola Bay. The water was not at all clear and full of seaweed and sea grass, so much so that we could not swim, snorkel, or even wade in it. We did enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding across the bay to St. Vincent Island and were able to enjoy the beach on the south side of the island. But I recommend connecting with the Island's FB page because there are many restrictions as to where you can go. There was a controlled burn the day we had planned to go so we had to postpone the excursion. We saw 8-10 dolphins swimming in a pod, coming in and out of the bay almost daily. We purchased a license and caught blue crab from the shore and had a feast. In the town of Port St. Joe there is a nice grocery store, hardware store, several small restaurants (recommend DoDaddy's for fried seafood) and bars, and a great ice-cream stand. But the area is still recovering from hurricane Michael, so options are limited, including gas stations. We will return to Tarpon Sound because the house was so magnificent and the beach was so tranquil, though our children, all in their 20s, would rather be able to enjoy the beach more in a different location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

meg m.

July 2019

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Much needed, expectations exceeded, vacation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joann M.

Off the beaten path

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you are looking to get away from it all, this is pretty much your place. Beautiful home with wonderful art work and calm waters with what seems like your own private beach! Our family had a wonderful time here.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

Beautiful home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, the water was not clear, an alligator was swimming in the ocean, and there were boats up and down the sound. This is a wonderful place to take a boat or go fishing-but not a great spot for swimming.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie H.

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

Beautiful Place

We loved this property! The beach, the house, it was all great. The elevator certainly made my Grandma’s staymuch easier!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chris D.

Family Beach Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the house and location but we had elevator problems, which were fixed but reoccurred. No elevator for moving in or out. We also had refrigerator problems with the door to the subzero. It was very, very difficult to open often. If those issues were resolved, I would totally recommend the house to a friend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Amazing Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time! The house was perfect...clean, plenty of space for 12 people, and gorgeous. We spent our days relaxing on beach and evenings on the upstairs balcony. The bunk room was absolutely perfect for our 6 kiddos and they loved having their own space. The bugs can be an issue in the evenings but we knew that from other reviews. Definitely bring bug spray!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome time at Tarpon Sound

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our overall experience at Tarpon Sound was awesome. We loved cooking in the gourmet kitchen. The only items missing was extra large mixing bowl, broom and a dust pan. The location was excellent too ! Having a boat ramp in walking distance was very convenient.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William W.

2019 Indian Pass

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Yhe home was great, Fairly new and well cared for. No vosible damage from thw hurricane.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Tarpon Sound

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Tarpon Sound was great except for being cut short by Hurricane Andrew. The home was prepared well and was exactly as described. We will gladly rent thru Cape and Sound rentals again and look forward to the Gumbo from the Indian Pass Raw Bar.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

Beautiful Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful! The floor plan works so well for families staying together. The house was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

1st time in this area!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful and the area was quiet. There was wildlife always in the area and we enjoyed driving golf carts on the beach. I cant wait until next year.

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