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Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!!

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Welcome to Hook, Wine N Sinker!
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Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Eastpoint, Florida
  • St. George Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • St. George Island Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • St George Lighthouse
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!!

FREE Beach Gear! Guests of this home will enjoy a complimentary $150 beach gear credit toward items such as bicycles, kayaks, beach umbrellas and more! (Not applicable on 2-night stays)

Welcome to Hook, Wine N Sinker!

This thoughtfully designed ground level, 2BR/2BA Bayfront cottage sits on 2.45 acres surrounded by natural foliage and the Apalachicola Bay. Located in Eastpoint, you’ll be just minutes from the white sand beaches of SGI and only a short drive to downtown Apalachicola for shopping and dining. For any avid fishermen, ‘Hook, Wine N Sinker’ is only a 1-minute car ride to the Eastpoint fishing pier and the nearest public boat launch is just 1 mile from the property!

Begin your stay by entering into the family room which offers plenty of shared living space. You'll find the living room comfortably furnished with double recliner and a Queen sleeper sofa for alternate sleeping accommodations, a 65” Smart TV and a Blu-ray player. We’ve got you covered for any rainy days, with plenty of board games, books and movies for a relaxing day at home. Sorry, the fireplace is not available.

The well-equipped kitchen has everything you’ll need to prepare your fresh catch of the day and has a bonus crockpot and electric skillet. The dining table seats 6 with additional seating for 3 at the large kitchen island. French doors in this space open onto the furnished screened-in veranda overlooking the hot tub and private pond with bridge.

The spacious Master bedroom has a King bed, Smart TV and Blu-ray player, a separate work desk and French doors that open onto the screened-in veranda. The en-suite bathroom has a separate vanity area with plenty of counter space and a tiled shower.

The second bedroom has a Queen bed and Bunk bed (2 Twins), with Smart TV, Blu-ray player and it also opens onto the screened-in veranda. The en suite bathroom is easily accessible from the living area and has a combination tub/shower. Pack-n-play and highchair are available for use.

Just beyond the house, the garage has been converted into a game room w/ 2nd refrigerator and microwave, darts, corn-hole, ping pong and many other games to choose from. The full-size washer/dryer can also be found here.

An excellent spot for birdwatching, head toward the bridge that overlooks your private pond. On the other side of the bridge is plenty of space to explore the surrounding marsh land and to watch the many water birds in flight. For the adventurous, take the path less traveled across our pontoon boats and head out to the bayfront beach to explore!

Relax on the hammock, soak in the bubbling hot tub, or enjoy an evening under the stars around the wood-burning fire pit. Additional outdoor conveniences and extras include a porch swing, fish cleaning sink, and an abundance of citrus fruit trees that line one end of the driveway.

And don’t forget your four-legged family! We allow up to 2 well behaved dogs with advance approval for an additional fee, please inquire.

This delightful home is packed with so many extras it’s sure to help make your stay at ‘Hook, Wine N Sinker’ a memorable visit to the Forgotten Coast!

Please note, this property is located in Eastpoint.

1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, 1 QSS

Property manager

Forgotten Shores Properties
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

Important information

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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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Eastpoint

Located in Eastpoint, this holiday home is on the waterfront. St. George Lighthouse and Orman House Historic State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Eastpoint, Florida

What's nearby

  • Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • St. George Island Beach - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • St George Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Pelican Reef - 20 min drive - 17.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Poppi D's Florida Grill & Pies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayside Retreat w/ bay access! Dogs OK, Lots of Wildlife!! located?

This family-friendly Eastpoint holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Bryant Patton Bridge. Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tania P.

Heaven on earth

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Much needed quiet and relaxing slice of paradise! We really enjoyed exploring this peaceful beautiful piece of property- Sitting in the hot tub at sunset and watching the bald eagle and other wildlife while the kids played on the swing was my favorite! The house was very clean and it was so nicely decorated! We made the very scenic short drive to Apalachicola and St George almost every day for shopping and fresh seafood. We loved that we could take the dogs with us everywhere! We hated to leave but hope to be back very soon. Make sure to visit Lynn’s right down the road for the best service and oysters!
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10/10 Excellent

Richelle W.

Another great January

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had our second January in this little gem. We love the property. The cute little pond, all the fruit trees, the critters that are all over. We really enjoy the otters. They really are entertaining. The house is well stocked, and was perfect for us, and our friends from Tennessee. Kitchen table was used for card games after dinner, the island was our puzzle table. And the rental people are the absolute best!! Always friendly, always helpful. We booked with them again, for next year.

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Perfectly Peaceful & Great View

Very charming and cozy - beautiful sunsets and we truly appreciated the “ Happy New Year Bucket of Goodies” from Rob & Elisa/owners. Best double- master en suites - so perfect for us as best friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

Heaven on Earth

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This backyard, view, and private beach is heaven on earth! Book this rental now! Do not hesitate, or look for other rental properties, and certainly don’t split your vacation time with another rental, as you will not find a better gem of a location! The rental management company went above and beyond in communication, efficiency, and were just wonderful to work with. Every detail in the house and property is top notch! The game room/laundry area/man cave is pure fun! The furniture was not the comfiest, but that didn’t matter one iota as all our time was spent outside. I wish I would’ve booked a longer time there, as leaving this place was painful.

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

True nature lovers dream

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful. The property is amazing. There are all kinds of wildlife in the marsh area between the beach and the house. We loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brett Taylor P.

WHAT A SLICE OF HEAVEN!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The pictures of this house do not do it justice, as soon as we pulled up I knew I would be in LOVE. The setting is nothing short of amazing!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Denice K.

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

Our new place

We had a wonderful stay at Hook wine and sinker! Short drive to beaches, shopping and restaurants! Fresh seafood within minutes from property to prepare at the home. Very quiet neighborhood! We all enjoyed evenings of playing games, swinging under the trees and watching for wildlife! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

KK W.

Vacation Perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay at Hook, Wine and Sinker. We are already planning our next visit. From the moment we walked in the door and found our wonderful welcome gift to when we had to leave, everything was perfect. The bike rental was also a huge plus. And it was convenient! Had the rental not been included, it’s something we may have never tried. But we did and had the best time biking. It brought back childhood memories for me and my adult daughter. We highly recommend. All the amenities were as described and so much more!!!

10/10 Excellent

E. P.

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

Perfect home for vacation stay.

We loved everything about our stay here. It’s the perfect location exactly halfway between Appalachacola and St George Island. Home is clean and has all the amenities you would want for a vacation stay. We will definitely stay here again on our trips back to SGI.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Fairfield, OH

Home Away From Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were so impressed with Hook, Wine, N Sinker. The house was beautiful inside and loved sitting on the screened in back porch every morning enjoying all the nature and view of the bay. The owners provided their guests with a detailed binder to popular attractions, restaurants, grocery stores, etc. It was the little things that they did, that made it so nice! The house was very clean and everything that you need for a week long stay which makes for light traveling and an easy trip. This property offers a $250 credit toward beach gear to use during your time there which was awesome so that we did not have to bring our own beach chairs and umbrella. While at St. George Island we enjoyed the beach, State Park, and the various shops and attractions on the Island. Definitely would recommend this property for a family atmosphere and would be interested in future stays at this property and St. George Island.
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10/10 Excellent

Hedrick/Judythe B.

Treasure on the coast

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Outstanding accommodation..well appointed 2 BR, 2 BR idyllic location. Screened in porch became our favorite on the byway spot for family reunion. Office very responsive on request. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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Only one shortfall

The house was great. Beautiful property, quiet, close to St George Island and Apalachicola. The only down side I could find was that there was no washer/dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paula G., Grasonville, MD

Home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spent a month at this lovely rental and wish we could have stayed longer. Home has everything we needed and the wildlife viewing is spectacular. Have rented again for next year. Staff were so helpful anytime we needed anything. 5 stars.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V., New Smyrna Beach, Fl. United States

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If you like quiet, clean and close to nature this is perfect.

We loved everything about this VRBO. Amenities were perfect, we were provided with every comfort of our own home. We were looking for something away from the crowds and noise and this place did not disappoint. The serene view from the back porch is worth every penny along with the convenience of St George and Apalachicola so close by. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richelle W., Malvern IA

Best little secret

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were pleasantly surprised with this house. We are usually staying in the island, but decided to try Eastpoint. So glad we did! The house was super cute, not overly huge and barren, like some places we stay. It was quaint, cute decor, and the perfect size for us and our friends. The home owner did an excellent job with labeling lights, and the amenities were phenomenal. The property was great, with a pond (and river otters!). We see a few bears, but the bears kept their distance, as we did also. A nice little walk to the private beach in the bay. Great sunsets. And still super close to stores and restaurants. Great vacation in the perfect house.
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Nature lover’s paradise!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place exceeded my expectations! It was so beautiful with lots of wildlife. We saw otters, all kinds of birds, and bears. The owners have made a little pathway to the shoreline. Take some crocs or boots because it is a little wet getting out there but totally worth the effort! The home is nicely furnished and decorated to provide an upscale but comfortable experience. The beds were all comfortable, even the twin bunk beds have comfortable mattresses. The pillows were nice and the linens were soft. I have food allergies, so cooking on vacation is a must and I found everything I needed in the kitchen to make delicious meals! The house was super clean and smelled really fresh. I made a note of the air filter they are using. Even after we cooked seafood, by the next day the smell was gone. It was quick and easy to get to St. George Island from this location as well as other local attractions. In the evenings the sunsets were spectacular! We were able to bring our doodles and the girls really enjoyed their stay too! The owners have created a wonderful indoor and outdoor space to enjoy the best the Forgotten Coast has to offer! If you want to be immersed in a true Florida living experience, this is the place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea R.

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Absolutely. Incredible.

Wow. Just book this place now!! It’s absolutely stunning, a slice of Heaven on earth! Extremely well equipped (we cooked a full Thanksgiving feast), tons a space, very comfortable beds, wonderful shower pressure, the views are unreal! Access to the bay on the property, incredible sunsets, 6 min to St George and 8-9 min to Apalach. We saw bears every evening and a bunch of other critters. They ran fast when they saw us and didn’t cause any issues with our dogs. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dietrich B., FREEPORT

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Exceptional

Everything was great, location is awesome for beaches and fishing. Space for the boat. Loved it all!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the perfect place to just go and relax. The view was great, with lots of wildlife. We enjoyed the hot tube and game room. The house had everything we needed and so much more. We ventured out to St. George Island, Apalachicola, and Cape San Blas. Thank you for letting us bring our pups and we hope to be back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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Unexpected surprise

It was a pleasant surprise to see how spacious the house was for our family. The owners were very accommodating with providing a book of things to do and places to eat on the island. it is a beautiful area to vacation. We hope to be able to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April F.

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

Peaceful

What a great place to relax and unwind after a day at the beach or exploring the near by towns. We even drove over to Panama City Beach for the day and had a nice, quiet place to come back to.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Perfect spot for a relaxing vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved staying at Hook, Wine, N Sinker! It is a very unique location since it is adjacent to a natural reserve. We enjoyed sitting outside and watching wildlife, which included small alligators, several raccoons, gray foxes, and a variety of birds. The house itself was clean, stylish, and comfortable. The amenities made the trip extra enjoyable. If we visit this area of Florida again, we will definitely rent this property. It helped provide us with a very relaxing vacation in a get-away-from-it-all location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Expectations Exceeded!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First of all I do not have enough words to compliment and describe how nice and accomodating the Forgotten Shores staff are. Thankyou again Lindsey and Jamie yalls help with the tv! as I said we are two very techno challenged seniors...the property was extremely comfortable and clean...I mean really clean! The setting is beautiful. I especially enjoyed the bird chorus every morning. Convienent location beach, gas, groceries or roads to any direction for exploration of this unique area of Florida. I urge any body reading this to come and soak up some of this Forgotten Coast and “Old Florida” thanks again for everything!
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10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

Great property!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a great place. Clean and very equipped kitchen. They’ve thought of everything. Wish our stay had been longer. We never got a glimpse of the bear but saw a small gator. Great family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Estela M.

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

Excellent view

The scenery is beautiful, we enjoyed staying at Hook, Wine, & Sinker very clean pkace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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