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The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place!

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a wicker dresser, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A two-story building with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a balcony.
A living room with a teal sofa, a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a TV stand. There is a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a door leading to a balcony.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to another room.
A kitchen with a long island, bar stools, a sink, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near beach near Avalon Drive

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmer Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

bathroom 3 half bath in den

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • beach near Avalon Drive - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Palmer Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Mexico Beach - 38 min drive - 49.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place!?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place! on Nov 6, 2026 start from $432, 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 The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cape is Great in the Fall!- Steps to Beach!! , You’ll Love This Place! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Pig Island and Palmer Beach. William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well kept property convenient to Port St Joe but still semi private on the cape!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 9, 2026
Thanks much Jarod for staying with us and hope to see you back down to our place again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Al goes above and beyond to make sure your stay is enjoyable and you have everything you need. Close beach access and a lot of amenities makes for a great relaxing beach stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2026
Thanks for much for the kind review Julie and Jim and hope to see you back down at our place again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners care about visitors and make every effort to ensure the best stay. Good location and easy access to the beach. Will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2026
Thanks for staying with us Danielle as you were awesome guests! Hope to see you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very convenient to the beach and the general store. They had everything we needed. The porch and sundeck were favorite spots. The outdoor shower helped out so much too. It was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 16, 2026
Thanks for the kind review Misty and hope to see you return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed and more. It was clean and comfortable. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed our place Patti and hope to have you back there again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy home away from home

Fabulous place to stay, great beach steps away and great location on the Cape!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 15, 2023
Thanks for staying with us and hope to see you return !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, seconds to the beach with easy access, clean accommodations, good proximity to store, restaurants and State Park, good parking, Cape San Blas is a cool destination, and this home is right in the heart of it. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2025
We're so glad you had a great week Joel! We hope to have you back down again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cape San Blas stole our hearts

We had a great time at Cape San Blas, Al was so gracious and kind and gave us so many suggestions and options. I wish we had more time to try everything on the list. The place was great and fit all of us comfortably. The house had everything we needed and the place was clean when we arrived. We enjoyed the patio area and we had a great time at the beach. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks for the kind review Celina and we’re so glad you had a good vacation at our Home By The Sea. We hope to see you again !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing week at Cape

We've been to Cape several times but first time staying at Home by the Sea. Al and Susan were great to deal with. Their home was very clean, spacious and had up-to-date furnishings. The master bedroom has it's own deck that has a view of the ocean. The (2) bicycles were nice to have for short rides to Scallop Cove or the Trading Post. I would highly recommend staying at Home by the Sea. We will definitely return in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks for the comments Danny. Glad you liked our Home By The Sea and hope to see stay with us again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our choice at the beach, time and time again!

We have chosen Home By the Sea at least 8 times over the past 9 years. We love the location of the house. We are just a few steps from the beach, and very close to Scallop Cove convenience store for a quick ice cream. We feel like we are at home when we stay. The beds and bedding are wonderful, and the kitchen has everything we need to fix a quick snack, or if we decide to cook a complete meal. We will often sit on the screen porch in the morning or late in the evening. We use the bikes that are available to us, and often the beach chairs and umbrellas. It is nice to know you don't have to pack as much as you might somewhere else. The owner does a great job of staying on top of what might need replacing or repairing. Updated flooring, new refrigerator, new TV and weather monitor... Owner also give great tips on local events, restaurants and sightseeing. Can not say enough good things about this rental!
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Many thanks Neil and Jill. We'll leave the light on for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time at this property. The host provided excellent communication, and the house was lovely. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and pots/pans. The beds were very comfortable, which seems to be rare at CSB. Plenty of towels were provided. You can see the water from the balconies (there are 2!!), and it is such a quick walk to the beach. Thanks to Mr. Kite for providing such a great start to our vacation. This was our third visit to CSB, and this was definitely our favorite house so far. If you’re never been to the cape, be aware that the actual beach area at the end of the boardwalk is pretty small. This isn’t a problem with the house though, it’s just a feature of the cape. The good news is that CSB just did a huge renovation project a few hundred yards to the left, so if you want more beach, it’s just a quick walk to get there. You can see it from the steps.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent!

We had a fabulous stay at the Home By The Sea! The proximity to the beach was fantastic, especially with little ones. Al is excellent with communication and answers texts and calls promptly. He also calls far in advance as well as close to arrival go ensure you know and have everything you need. The house is very charming and clean and has all that you need for the best vacation ever! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The house is truly just steps to the beach. We found everything to be extremely clean and comfortable during our stay. Our family enjoyed going to the beach and sitting on the porch enjoying the view of the ocean and the sound of the waves. The owners make sure you have everything you need and know what there is to do in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cape San Blas Home

I highly recommend this property. It is a well maintained home, and communication is excellent with the owners. The owner strives to ensure that renters are informed about the area and are comfortable in the home. I will definitely return to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Steps from Paradise!

We had a blast at this vacation home at Cape San Blas! Our only downside was that we didn't know it was a duplex until we arrived. However, it wasn't an issue as no one else was on the other side. Al and Susan were awesome hosts and provided an abundance of information and even had beach gear ready for use when we arrived. Thanks for a wonderful week!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax Family Fun

Everything was what was described. Lovely place with great location. Easy walk to the beach. Within 30 miles to Port St. Joe and Apalachicola. .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks for staying with us Patty and glad you enjoyed our place. You were awesome guests and we hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home by the Sea

My husband and I had a wonderful time on Cape San Blas! The property was in a perfect location: just a few steps to water’s edge and near two convenience stores! We loved the screened porch in the evenings. Quiet neighborhood! It fit our needs perfectly!! We’ll definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks Marsha for the kind review. You were awesome guests and I hope to have you back to our Home By The Sea again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Visit

My wife and I spent Easter 2021 week (27 Mar - 3 Apr) at Home By The Sea. This was our first visit to Cape San Blas and decided to come because we love beaches and loved them them here. Home by the Sea is just a short walk to the beach which was never crowded. Al and Susan have kept their town home well maintained and stocked for any and all needs. We especially liked the picnic table on the screened-in porch for lunches and dinners. During the week of our visit an unseasonably windy, cool weather front moved in from the Northwest into the Southeast. Although sunny it made for a difficult beach day. The upstairs deck, which is off of the master bedroom, provided a solution for us. We were able to sit on the chaise lounges sheltered from the wind. Al is a congenial and accommodating host. He gave us loads of helpful information on places to see and eat. We enjoyed exploring his recommendations in Cape San Blas, Port St. Joe and Apalachicola. Home By The Sea is conveniently situated between two convenience stores, Scallop Cove and Trading Post, where Weber's Donuts (get there early) and an ice cream shop (go there often) are located. And they are walkable. Overall, we had a wonderful and enjoyable stay at Home By The Sea and Cape San Blas.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks Norm for your kind review I’m glad you enjoyed the Cape and our place.. You were great guests and we hope you’ll visit with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful beautiful getaway

Such a great property- essentially just steps to the beach and fantastic screened porch. Balcony off master with ocean views. Well-appointed kitchen with very nice pots/pants and super sharp knife. Beds were comfy- everything very clean. Sliding patio doors and screens in excellent condition. Decor is fun, nautical ocean themes. Beach and cape are beautiful. Bike, kayak, paddle board, Wade in the bay at the state park. Great local food.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks for the kind comments Carrie and hope to have you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quintessential Beach House!!!

We just left after a week long stay with our family of four. All I can say is wow! Everything was incredible and you can not get a better location. We spent everyday at the beach and would grill dinners at the house at night. The kids loved the swing and the screened in pourch is perfect for late night card games. The home itself is exactly what you’d hope a beach house would be. Al - the home owner went above and beyond during our visit to ensure that we had everything we needed for our stay. He also provided a ton of information on local restaurants and sights. I would definitely recommend this home for anyone looking to relax and escape.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Many thanks Tiffany for being outstanding guests at our Home By The Sea! We hope to see you again down the road. We’ll leave the light on for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect beach get away and perfect house!

Do yourself a favor and pick this house! We just left the Cape and this place did not disappoint. Mr. Al & Mrs.Susan really thought of everything you could possibly need to make your stay perfect. All you really have to do is pack your clothes and sunscreen and head to the Cape . This is the best location. You are steps to the beach and anything you may need or want from the stores are in walking distance. The house has bikes, chairs, sand toys, and really everything! We had 4 adults and a 4 year old child and it was plenty of room and definitely child friendly. Our child did not want to leave he cried when it was time to pack up and go home. He said he didn't want to leave his beach house. If you have any questions or want any tips Mr. Al is readily available to help. From fishing tips to dining out he was spot on. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. We hope to be back soon!
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks so much for the kind review Pauline and we’re glad you had a great week at our place and the Cape! Hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

beautiful house

Great location! Very nice and clean house. We stayed there during spring break and enjoyed the living in the house at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks for the kind review and hope to see you return in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Just perfect! We loved it!

The home is lovely, well kept, clean and well stocked with supplies! Thank you for the hospitality!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Choice!

This was our first trip to Cape San Blas and Al's place was the perfect choice for us! This rental is spacious, clean, well stocked and conveniently located to the beach....literally a short 1-2 minute walk from the home. We explored the area a fair bit, took long walks on the beach at least twice daily, used the bikes provided on the nearby bike trail, had fires on the beach....just a lovely, relaxing vacation! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this rental to family and friends. Al was super easy to work with and very accommodating. You can't go wrong with this property, we hope to go back ourselves someday!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Home By the Sea - Our Favorite

This was our third trip to the Cape and our second stay at the Kite's home. The location is great and your just steps away from the beach. We also love staying here because Al goes above and beyond making sure we have everything we need. The home is clean and well maintained with upgrades throughout. It will be hard to consider ever staying any place else!
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