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Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball

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Sunset from Master Deck
Living Room with View
Large 65" Smart TV in Living Room
Dining room and Kitchen
Well-equipped Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61184 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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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
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First Floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room/First Floor

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master/Second Floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

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.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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

About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Port St. Joe is home to this vacation home. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 11 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Mexico Beach - 40 min drive - 58.7 km

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball on Aug 1, 2026 start from $387, 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.

What time is check-in at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog Heaven · Pet-Friendly Gulf Beach · Pools & Pickleball located?

Situated in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Relaxing Beach Vacation

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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