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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7241.5 sq m
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Ocean view
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Washing machine
Dryer
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Port St Joe, FL
Port St. Joe Beach
Place, Port St. Joe Beach
1 min walk
St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve
Place, St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve
3 min walk
Money Bayou
Place, Money Bayou
17 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Hideaway Room under the stairs
1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
North Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
South Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
North Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor shower
Powder Room (2nd Floor)
Toilet
South Bedroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk.
"Sweet Shell-Ter" is a custom built 2,400 square foot heated and cooled Gulf front home with 860 square feet of outside porch and deck areas located at Money Bayou, east of Cape San Blas. The 220-foot-long boardwalk leads directly to the beach and is only steps from the Gulf, a wonderful convenience when walking to the beach. Sweet Shell-Ter is approximately 65 miles east of Panama City, 10 miles east of Port St. Joe and 17 miles west of Apalachicola, and is just off Highway 30-A in Gulf County.
You will love the experience, charm and peacefulness of what is known as "old Florida" along the Forgotten Coast. The beach and Gulf of Mexico are easy to access via the private boardwalk. Your beach vacation home consists of 3.5 bedrooms, 4 water closets, 2 indoor showers, one outdoor shower, and will accommodate up to 7 beach lovers. You have easy access to all three floors by either the 3 stop elevator or stairs.
The first-floor level has 3 full size bedrooms, and the "Hideaway Room", a smaller sleeping space which is a perfect location for kids or adults that is hidden away under the stairs. The Hideaway Room has a twin-size bed, flat screen TV, and two port windows. The North and South Bedrooms share an expanded Jack and Jill bathroom with their own water closets and a common tub and shower. Each of the three full size bedrooms have a ceiling fan and wall mounted flat screen TV. The primary bedroom has a split king bed and the two other full-size bedrooms each have a queen bed. The Master Bedroom has its own private bathroom and a 30 foot by 12 foot screened porch that has comfortable outdoor seating and lounging. You can also gain entry to the screened porch from the South Bedroom. The screen porch allows direct access to the private 220 foot long beach boardwalk and a 10 foot X 10 foot deck for star gazing at night, sunbathing, or just relaxing while listening to the rolling surf. On the first floor you will also find a washer and dryer.
The second floor is an open concept living area with a well-equipped kitchen, 4 foot x 10 foot island, dining table for 8, open desk area, 65-inch flat screen wall mounted TV, Direct TV, Wi-Fi, dining area and half bath with a truly breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico. This floor also has a 30 foot by 12 foot covered porch that will captivate you when look directly to the south at the Gulf, or east in view of Indian Pass Beach and Saint Vincent National Wildlife Refuge and to the west in view of neighboring Cape San Blas. The top floor is the perfect open concept and great for family and friends to enjoy together!
The ground floor has under-house vehicle parking for 4 cars and an 11 foot clearance for your boat. There is also ample parking in the driveway, an outdoor shower and grill area.
You will enjoy the quiet neighborhood as Sweetwater Shores Drive is not a through street and there is relatively little traffic. The Money Bayou area is rumored to have been visited by pirates that buried treasure in the area that has eluded being found. So, make sure to do some treasure hunting during your vacation!
Also make sure to bring your fishing gear so you can surf fish from the beach! Please note that the shoreline saltwater fishing license is available to Florida residents only. Non-resident salt water anglers must purchase a regular non-resident saltwater fishing license. You may obtain a fishing license at any bait and tackle store or at the Gulf County Tax Collector's office located in Port St. Joe, 10 miles away. (Also, please note there are exterior security cameras at Sweet Shell-Ter. However, there are no security cameras located in the interior of the home. )
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Do not allow children to play in or use the elevator or be un-accompanied without a responsible adult. Strict max occupancy of 7, includes children.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events or parties.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Port St. Joe
Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina. Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Money Bayou - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Indian Pass Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
Mexico Beach - 30 min drive - 43.4 km
Restaurants
Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - 9 min drive
Scallop Republic - 4 min drive
Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - 11 min drive
Indian Pass Raw Bar - 2 min drive
Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk.?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk. on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$816, 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 at Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Front Beach House with open concept and elevator and 220 ft boardwalk. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Port St. Joe Beach, St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve and Money Bayou. Salinas Park is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an excellent stay! Sheila was a fantastic host. Any questions I had, she responded to immediately. The house was immaculate and the pictures don’t do it justice..it is honestly breath taking with amazing views! We had a WONDERFUL experience and will definitely be back!
Emily F.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Hi, Emily!
We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful stay at Sweet Shell-Ter and we look forward to your return! Thank you so very much!
Kind regards,
Sheila
I can’t say enough good things about this property! Beautiful house, great location, lots of outdoor sitting space, everything is clean and comfortable, plenty of room, so many offered extras and amenities, hosts are friendly and helpful and were quick to respond to questions. I would give it more than five stars if I could!
Lindsay O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Hi, Lindsay-
Thank you so much for your very kind words! We are so very happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Sweet Shell-Ter. Thank you for being great guests and we look forward to hosting you again! Have a great summer.
Sheila
The owners thought of everything when stocking the home from the Kitchen to the Bathrooms, Access to the Beach was easy and convenient to get to. House is well maintained and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
chris a.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Hi, Chris-
Thank you so much. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at Sweet Shell-Ter! Have a wonderful summer and we hope to see you again.
Kind regards,
Sheila
We had a wonderful week on the beach! The views from the balcony were incredible! The beach was quiet, Sheila was helpful and attentive when needed. She recommended golf cart companies and we rented a cart for the week. Spending the evening cruising the beach at sunset was a highlight for sure.
Francesca R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Hi, Francesca-
We are so glad everyone enjoyed their stay and loved the golf cart rides on the beach. Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter! We hope to see you again.
Sheila
Had a wonderful time with our family. The house was very clean and had a beautiful view. Enjoyed our time on the beach and visiting near by towns and state parks.
We loved our visit to this property and this area of Florida. The home is very well maintained and exactly as advertised. The view is beautiful on a very quiet beach. Sheila was great to work with.
Jeremy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Jeremy, thank you very much! We are happy to know you enjoyed your stay.
This house is wonderful! We highly recommend it! We just booked it again for the same week next year. Incredible experience! Perfect location! No crowds, great neighbors!
Fred S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Hi, Fred-
Thank you so much! We are so happy that you have reserved your dates at Sweet Shell-Ter for next year and that is certainly the best compliment we could receive! We appreciate you and if you have any questions, please let me know.
Kind regards,
Sheila
Beautiful, clean house and best location you could imagine with wonderful host and you just got yourself a perfect recipe for a memorable vacation time.
Konrad G.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2021
Hi, Konrad-
Thank you so much! We appreciate you choosing to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter and am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Have a great weekend!
Best,
Sheila
The accomodations were perfect in every way! This house had plenty of room to sprawl out and the views from every level were perfect! Would love to have been able to stay longer, but we will definitely be back!
pamela
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Hi, Pam! We are so glad you both enjoyed your stay and that you plan to return to Sweet Shell-Ter. Thank you so much for your kind words!
Kindly,
Sheila
Beautiful beach home with all the amenities. The pictures honestly do not do justice to how wonderful the views are from the house! The house was very clean and had beautifully decorated bedrooms, living room and kitchen area. Kitchen was equipped with everything you need if you enjoy cooking meals on vacation. We had my 86 yr old father in law with us so the elevator in the house was a huge help! The beach was big and not super crowded which made for nice relaxing days. We brought our beach chairs but really didn’t need them….they really did provide most everything you would need. Check in was a breeze and communication from Sheila was top notch! This is definitely one of our favorite beach rentals…we will be back for sure!
jenny m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Hi, Jenny-
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so happy everyone enjoyed their stay at Sweet Shell-Ter! We look forward to your return. Take care and thank you again for choosing to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter!
Kind regards,
Sheila
This was our second trip to Sweet Shell-Ter, the house is BEAUTIFUL and beaches are amazing. Having beach chairs and umbrellas available makes it so convenient. We look forward to returning next year!
Connor S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2022
Hi, Connor-
Thank you so much! We are so happy that everyone enjoyed their stay. We appreciate you returning to Sweet Shell-Ter and we look forward to seeing you next year!
Take care,
Sheila
This property is a gem. This is our 2nd time to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter, and it did not disappoint. The house was clean, always has plenty of amenities. And the support and response from the property owners/Mgmt was immediate and on point! The elevator is such a great addition to the location that allows you to get all your kitchen needs to the 3rd floor. The Master Bath shower is to die for! And the adjustable bed...now that was a great new add this year! My wife and kids loved the kayaks. And the location itself is nestled perfectly on the beach. My entire family truly enjoyed our time in Port St Joe! I would highly recommend this location for its cleanliness, amenities and support.
Vic B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words and for being such wonderful guests! We look forward to having you again at Sweet Shell-Ter! Enjoy the rest of your summer and take care!
Kind regards,
Sheila
Stayed here for a family vacation. The house has literally everything you could need! Beautiful location and very relaxed, quiet atmosphere! We saw eagles almost daily. Will definitely return!
Caitlyn F.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2023
Hi, Caitlyn-
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We appreciate you choosing to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter and look forward to your return. Have a wonderful day!
Sheila
Beautiful property that is very well equipped and CLEAN! Magnificent view of ocean in a quiet non-commercialized area. Family friendly with plenty of time to relax or go exploring. Highly recommended this beautiful property!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2020
Cory, thank you so much! We appreciate you taking good care of Sweet Shell-Ter and hope you will visit again. Stay well and have a great week!
Kind regards,
Sheila
Verified
10/10 Excellent
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This home was truly amazing. It was exactly what we wanted and more. Beautiful place. Incredibly welcoming and spacious not to mention it had EVERYTHING you need for the beach and then some. So grateful to have found this place, we will definitely be going back and referring friends!
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2021
Hi, Sara-
I hope you are doing well. Thank you so much for your kind words, and we are looking forward to your return to Sweet Shell-Ter!! Stay safe and well.
Best,
Sheila
This is the perfect place for a getaway. The house is beyond outstanding, everything you need and more! The beach is just steps away from the house. The beach was not crowded, which is an additional plus!! Will definitely visit again!
Tina K.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2020
Hi, Tina. Thank you for your kind words. We're so glad you all enjoyed your stay and we look forward to you visiting again. Have a wonderful summer!
Kind regards,
Sheila
The house was amazing! The pictures don't do it justice. It is beautiful and so clean! You can't beat the location right on the beach!
Amanda A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Amanda, thank you so much! We are so happy that you all enjoyed your stay. Have a great upcoming summer, and we hope you will visit again.
Take care,
Sheila
The house was amazing and everything was as advertised! The beach is amazing and was never crowded on the beach! We look forward to returning next summer! Thank you for being great hosts.
Connor S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2021
Hi, Connor-
I hope all is well with you and your family. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return! Thanks so much for choosing to stay at Sweet Shell-Ter.
Best,
Sheila
About the host
Hosted by Sheila Lanier
My husband Steve, and I are native Floridians with strong family ties to this area. I grew up in Tallahassee and he grew up in Apalachicola. It's been a long time dream of ours to have a Gulf front home and we are truly blessed to have this dream come true. We are also excited to share our home, "Sweet Shell-Ter", with you and trust you will love it as much as we do; and in so doing, will treat it as well as you would your own.
Why they chose this property
"Sweet Shell-Ter" is a dream come true! We have always wanted to a place to call home where you can hear the surf and watch magnificent wild life like dolphins, eagles, sea turtles and a magnitude of Florida shorebirds. The peace and tranquility we found is unmatched! We love the expansive coastline scenery and the sense of community this area offers. Sweet Shell-Ter is a place of respite, rejuvenation, beauty and tranquility.
What makes this property unique
Steve and I have worked diligently designing "Sweet Shell-Ter" and our hard work has definitely paid off. We love the expansive open area of the 2nd floor with the beautiful breath taking views of the Gulf of Mexico. We decided it was a must to have an abundance of windows throughout the house to provide natural light and awesome views. The elevator adds an additional benefit on the days when you are bringing in your luggage or groceries for the week.
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