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Just Steps to Quiet Beach & Private Boardwalk-Cape San Blas-1st tier 3b 2b House

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View from the boardwalk
Seating on Deck
Tall Adirondack Seating and Picnic Table
Property grounds
Aerial view
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Popular LocationT.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationBeach1 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Joseph Peninsula State Park10 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)102 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Just Steps to Quiet Beach & Private Boardwalk-Cape San Blas-1st tier 3b 2b House

The Salty Dude is a hidden gem just steps from a private boardwalk and a large remote beach. The north end of the Cape is considered the quiet area and is known for its glamorous white sand beaches and aqua water. The secluded beach is not busy even during holidays and high volume time periods. This tier 1 gulf side home is tucked behind a sand dune and the ocean front house currently being constructed. The private boardwalk is approximately 25 feet from the house. You are sure to relax at this piece of paradise! Feel free to contact us with any questions you might have.
This home has been updated and new furniture was added throughout for your beach vacation. The bright & sunny open living space of the family room, dining room and kitchen is a great open space to hang out. It contains a 55" smart TV with Dish Network as the provider. The kitchen is fully stocked and the dining area has a large table that seats six comfortably. There are three full size bedrooms, a pullout queen sofa sleeper with memory foam mattress, and two full bathrooms with one containing a community 84” double bowl vanity which makes the home feel like it has three bathrooms when everyone is trying to get ready. A full size washer & dryer is located in the spacious utility room for convenience during your stay. There is room for three vehicles and two can be covered if needed. Also, lots of room for your belongings which can be stored under the house out of the weather, as well. You are 25 feet to the start of the boardwalk with an approximate 150 feet walk down the boardwalk to the beach without having to pay ocean front rental fees. The beach is beautiful with access to miles of white sand beaches and blue water. This house is ideally situated on the Cape near the entrance to the St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and the untouched beauty of “Old Florida”. This is an excellent location to rent a canoe, paddle-board, kayak, boat, or bicycle and explore. There is a bicycle path the entire length of the Cape allowing connectivity between the St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Salinas Park. Rish Park, right down the road, offers a large swimming pool for community use.
There is a community boat parking lot about a half mile from the house. No boats should be brought down Spoonbill Lane as there is no turn around.
Bonfires and vehicles are allowed on the beach. Please visit the Gulf County Florida website for details on obtaining permits for vehicles and rules for bonfires.

Property manager

Tammi Buckner

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
See full list of house rules in rental agreement.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Saint Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 6 min walk
  • Beach - 1 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 8 min drive
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 10 min drive
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cone Heads - 4 min walk
  • Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - 4 min drive
  • Skully's Low Country Boil - 3 min drive
  • Weber's Little Donut Shop - 4 min drive
  • Triple Tails - 16 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just pelicans and waves!!
What a relaxing time we had at the Salty Dude!! The house was perfect and so was the weather. There were other people on the beach but they were so far away from us.All you could hear was the waves and I don’t believe I’ve seen so many pelicans in the air like this visit, what a sight. We got to meet Tammi during our stay she was so nice and helpful recommending restaurants in the area. Oh one more thing I slept on the king (nightly) and queen ( napped) both excellent beds. We would rent The Salty Dude again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Justin P., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway Cottage
We had a wonderful time staying at the Salty Dude. It's a great house, well-appointed, and close to the beach. The large house directly between the cottage and the beach is a bit overwhelming, but access to the sand couldn't be better. Rent it, you'll like it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and comfortable!
Super clean and comfortable, easy beach access, and a very excellent host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gunther D., Elizabethton, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway place
We enjoyed our time on Cape San Blas. It is very quiet and laid back. Most of the time we were the of the time we were the only 2 people walking on the beach(it was January). The house was very nice, but we must mention that there is s new house being constructed right next door and sometimes you have walk around construction vehicles to get to the boardwalk leading to the beach. I will say we never had any problems with the workers.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Tamara P., Pine Mountain, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Nice home near State Park
Be advised that there is a large house being built right in front of this rental. The crew did not work on the weekend and left each day by 4 or 5. There was communication with them and they were very polite. Nearby a very noisy pile-driver operated two days of the stay making it impossible to stay in the house so we went to nearby state park. That 's the way it is at a post-hurricane beach and we understand. However, one night the neighbor in front to the right had a super bright security light that flooded our normally dark deck and house interior making star-gazing impossible., but fortunately the owner responded quickly to my text message and it was turned off. The house was clean and comfortable for our stay, but be advised of the potential noise. There are also several steep steps to and from the beach but there is a nice over-look with seating for enjoying the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tammi Buckner

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Welcome to our home in Cape San Blas, FL. Our journey began in 2012 with our first vacation trip to Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Since, we have vacationed in many places along the Emerald Coast. Fast forward a few years, we found this home on our twenty-fifth anniversary and fell in love with the Cape. We were seeking somewhere with a more laid back “island” feel. We hope you love it just as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This portion of the Cape has a large flat beach area for all of your beach activities with no people around you.

What makes this property unique

Our home has lower fees than the ocean front properties but is extremely close to the beach. You will be pleasantly surprised. Please check it out on google earth if you have the chance.
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