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Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl

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A living room with a view of the ocean, a sofa with decorative pillows, a television, and a blue console table.
A living room with a TV, blue sofas, a dining area, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and artwork on the walls.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, and wall art.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near beach near Avalon Drive
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Indian Pass Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl

**NOTICE: There will be a beach renourishment project ongoing near or around this property starting in December 2025 and estimated to conclude by mid-August 2026. During the time of active work at or near the property, access to the beach will be limited and/or not allowed, heavy machinery will be in use, and bright lights on the beach. Please contact our office for specific questions**

This great BEACHFRONT townhome is adequately named. Beautiful views of the sunrises over the Bay and sunsets over the Gulf. The main level is your living area with a large screened in porch. The spacious living area has comfortable furniture including a TV, DVD and radio. A large dining room table in the dining area with breakfast bar for the kids. The kitchen has a great view of the bay and is nicely stocked with all the amenities of home. A half bath is also located on this floor.

The top level is the master bedroom suite with a king bed, private bathroom, TV, and open deck. You can see and hear the gulf from the king size bed. A sundeck steps off this bedroom with one of the best views of the Gulf of Mexico. The second bedroom has a duo bunk (double on bottom and twin on top) and TV. The Bay side bedroom has a queen bed, TV, and a small balcony with a great view of the bay. These two bedrooms share a full bathroom in the hallway.

You can't get any closer to the water than this beauty.

*Pet Friendly, max quantity, type, and additional fees do apply*
** Boat parking is not available

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival and departure dates (must follow the property's turnover day, if applicable). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. Please contact us with your questions or to further assist!*
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check In: 4 - 5:30pm ET Check Out: 10am ET Smoking: Not Permitted Minimum Rental Age: 25
Pets: Not Permitted, Unless Specified In Listing (pet fee between $100 - $300 will apply per pet, inquire before booking for specific property details
Communication: All check-in information along with property and area information is provided in our online Guest Portal.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4696129
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. 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. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • beach near Avalon Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 18 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Mexico Beach - 37 min drive - 48.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front, Screen Porch, On Top Of The Water ~ The Hidden Pearl located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Palmer Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Port St. Joe Beach and Pig Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, a very good stay. King mattress could be replaced. Living room furniture could also be updated to be more comfortable. Kitchen was well equipped with only thing missing was a plastic pancake turner for nonstick cookware.Unit was very clean upon arrival. Gulf waters were literally right below your feet. Had one issue with the lock (battery) and host was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank you for your 4‑star review. I’m glad you enjoyed the view, found the unit very clean, and that the kitchen was well equipped. I apologize the king mattress and living‑room furniture weren’t as comfortable as expected — we’ll review options with the owner for replacement/upgrades. While a plastic pancake turner is not a standard kitchen requirement, we'll certainly take it into consideration for future updates. I’m glad our team was able to respond quickly about the lock battery; sorry for the inconvenience. If you’d like to share any additional details, please message us through Vrbo so we can follow up. We hope to host you again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erin P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

On the water.

Cape San Blas is cool.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don K.

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

Great view!

Wonderful view with the Gulf literally right in front of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathie A.

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

Very nice

The views were incredible from all levels. The second bedroom view was of the bay. Very clean and nice beachy decor. We really enjoyed our stay. The condo is right over the water and we liked to sit on the screened deck or upstaiirs deck and enjoy the sights and sound of the waves
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Kathie! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the stunning views and beachy decor during your stay. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing getaway by the water.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Overall clean and very nice

Great location. Loved our stay. No beach in front but Long Beach to the left. Walking path all the way along the cape. Couple suggestions, salt/pepper, oven mit(s), hand soap, throw blankets, would be pluses. Otherwise, great place…old school town, no commercialism on the cape just a couple trading posts..Beautiful sunsets . Waves crashing in front all night long…loved it. Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the great location and the beautiful sunsets. We appreciate your suggestions and will take them into consideration for future improvements. We hope to welcome you back for another lovely stay on the cape!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Holly T.

Liked: Communication

Dangerous beach access

This place has very limited besch access and what beach is there has metal bars and jagged wood in the water that you can't see until low tide.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bug on bed when we got there.Sheetrock mud that had patched sev we ral areas. Front if refrigerator was awful scratched, stove knobs all paint was wore off. Sliding door i. Master bedroom was really hard to close, gutter right outside Sliding door leaked in the seam, dripped all night.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry you found an insect on the bed and for the other maintenance and cosmetic issues you noted. We take reports like this seriously — pest control and housekeeping will inspect the bedding and property, and our maintenance team will evaluate the sliding door, gutter leak, and the appliances/finishes you mentioned. We appreciate you bringing these items to our attention and will work to correct them for future guests.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katrina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

The pictures are old

The steps in photos are no longer there, no beach beside because water is to far up along stumps and such in water. Also they only give you 1 trash bag for your stay, as for other places we have stayed there usually have spices such as salt and pepper, nothing like that here
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Unique property in the water.

As Cape San Blas veterans we were aware of the erosion in this area and the position of the complex virtually in the water. This made for exciting wave crashing upper and lower porch time which we enjoyed. We were unsure of the beach access before arrival, but it was even more limited that we imagined, with some dilapidated houses to one side due to storm damage. We went to the public access miles down the cape each day to walk and sit at beach, which worked fine and was pretty. Do not expect to access a classic Gulf Coast beach from this unit if that's your interest.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2025
Thank you for your review, Susan. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the exciting wave action from the porches. We appreciate your insights about the beach access and understand how it can affect your experience. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and we hope you consider visiting again for another Cape San Blas adventure.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Beautiful views!

This was an absolutely beautiful location. The condo was clean and comfortable. It did not have a hairdryer. You have the sunset from one deck and the sunrise from another. The beach has been Washed out, so the condo pretty much sits on the water. Standing on the east facing deck, all you see is water. You almost get that feeling you're on a boat. We had our two dogs with us. Port Saint Joe is very dog friendly. We were able to take them out to dinner with us every night. My only complaint is the Animal fee was very exorbitant. I was not notified of this, until someone called me the day before our check-in.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2024
Thank you for your feedback regarding your stay at our beautiful location! We are thrilled to hear that you found the condo clean and comfortable, and that you enjoyed the stunning views from both decks. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding the hairdryer not being available.We are glad to hear that Port Saint Joe was a welcoming place for your dogs to accompany you. Regarding the animal fee, we are sorry if there was any miscommunication about this charge. We will ensure that our communication regarding fees is clearer moving forward. We appreciate your understanding and hope to host you and your furry companions again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie T.

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

The Hidden Pearl

Every year, we have visited Cape San for over 50 years, July trips are to celebrate my mom’s birthday- 88 this year! The Hidden Pearl is very close to gul, but supported by rocks and the beaches are on side are fun. The views are gorgeous, the water very clear, and we had better weather than predicted. An extra sofa in big living room instead of chairs would be more comfortable and could accommodate a group of seven or eight, Bathrooms are small, but outside shower is great. Decks are very nice. We watched beautiful sunrises and sunsets all week, This place was different, but so lovely. Extra cookware would be nice. Beds are comfortable in both rooms facing water’ Those rooms have big closets. Middle room would be more attractive and comfortable with regular bed. It’s the smallest bedroom plus has no window or closet. People could still sleep on sofas or a sleeper sofa to accommodate up to eight people, It would be more attractive and comfortable We had a great vacation, enjoyed fun in the sun, swimming, neighbors, watching fishermen and women, building sandcastles and collecting shells, Visiting park and going to town for a seafood dinner, visiting little shops was very convenient from this location. Pets friendly was a big bonus. Thanks for a fun family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2024
Thank you Valerie for the excellent review. Also, thank you for staying with us, we hope to see you again! Life is better in Flip-Flops! Deanna Aaron, Pristine Properties, Owner Relations Manager
Verified

6/10 Okay

mary s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

The beach has been washed away from the condo

The beach has been washed away from the condo. It was an enjoyable stay other than no beach. Period
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent T.

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

Great Location

This is a clean property, right on the beach, with great views and sunsets. Dolphins and pelicans were spotted often. The living room couch is comfy but the 2 blue chairs in the living room are not. Beds were very good. We would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Wonderful Stay

The unit was very clean and updated. The beds were so comfortable and everything was functional. You can’t beat the location. You walk right out to the ocean and watch the sunset or look out the front of the property and watch the sunrise through the trees over the bay. I will defiantly be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great place to get away!

Cape San Blas is one of my favorite places on earth! This condo was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

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

Beautiful location, newly remodeled townhouse, all amenities available

Great place. Hidden gem is the trading post justdown tbe road. They have everything to keep you on the beach,and better prices than in town. Love our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

ocean view

The view of the ocean was great. There needs to be more basic amenities(no salt and pepper).
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Awesome trip!

The condo is beautiful, and it is right on the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Excellent

The unit is newly renovated and just beautiful. So close to the water. Had a terrific time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda M.

Don't Believe the Photos! - No Beach on Property! - Bait and switch!

The number one reason we chose this property at Cape San Blas was for the close proximity and easy access to the beach when hauling beach gear. The line in their description, "You can't get any closer to the water than this beauty!" turned out to be a really bad joke. There is no beach in front of this property. Don't believe the outdated photos. The water is all the way to the bulkhead. And, there is no easy access. No stairs to the beach. Facing the water, the house to the right is totally fenced off, so there is no access on that side. On the left side, there is a very steep area of dune that was referred to by management as "treacherous." So, if you can navigate that "access," you are actually using the beach in front of someone else's house. I understand that beachfront properties erode and need to be rebuilt after storms. My only problem is that management knew this a long time ago, at least since February. Not only did they not tell us ahead of time so that we could make an informed decision, Suzanne told us when we got there that someone was supposed to have called us. Their solution was to put us in another of their properties for the same price. The problem with that is it was 165 steps to the beach. So, we had a week at the beach. The beach and water was not as nice where they put us, and we did not have easy access. We did not get what we paid for. They didn't think they owed us a discount. They felt that they put us in a nicer place. But, it is not the property we wanted. Very deceptive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael F.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2025
Thank you for your 4‑star review. We appreciate you choosing our property. If you have any feedback on how we can make your next stay a 5‑star experience, please send us a message through Vrbo. We hope to host you again.

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