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Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8

Lakefront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Pool & sunset views from 1st floor private patio
Comfy & stylish decor in the living room with a Queen sleeper sofa
Living room with large flat screen TV & Queen sleeper sofa
Living room with large flat screen TV & Queen sleeper sofa
Living room with large flat screen TV & Queen sleeper sofa

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 894.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mexico Beach, FL
  • Place, Mexico Beach Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8

🐚 Welcome to Once Upon a Tide – Family & Pet-Friendly Coastal Escape at Waterside Village 🌊

Experience laid-back luxury at Once Upon a Tide, a 2-bedroom, 2-bath first-floor condo in the gated Waterside Village community on the west end of Mexico Beach. With poolside views, modern comforts, and a short walk to the sand, this retreat is the perfect home base for families, couples, and small groups.

☀️ Unbeatable Location
Enjoy the convenience of being just one block from the beach — grab the provided wagon and two beach chairs for a quick stroll to the shore. Back at the condo, relax on your private balcony overlooking the zero-entry resort pool, hot tub, and canal, surrounded by charming cottage-style homes.

🏠 Spacious & Stylish Comfort
This professionally rebuilt condo features new flooring, wiring, paint, cabinets, countertops, and more — offering a fresh, coastal-modern feel throughout.

Highlights:
• King master suite w/ canal views, walk-in closet, pack-n-play & highchair
• Guest room w/ two twin bunk sets, Smart TV & closet
• Queen sleeper sofa in living room
• Two full bathrooms (master ensuite w/ double vanity & shower)
• Fully equipped kitchen w/ brand-new appliances & dual coffee maker
• Dining table seats 6 + breakfast bar for 4
• Private laundry room w/ washer & dryer
• Free Wi-Fi & Smart TV in living room

🌴 Resort Amenities
• Largest pool in Mexico Beach – zero-entry, overlooking canal
• Hot tub, lounge chairs & outdoor dining space
• Park-side grills & walking boardwalks
• Gated community w/ scenic views
• Boat day-docking available (ramp ½ mile away)

🐾 Family & Pet Friendly
Bring the whole family — including your small pup (under 25 lbs, non-restricted breed, $75). Once Upon a Tide includes family extras like a pack-n-play, highchair, and beach gear for a stress-free stay.

🏖️ Have a Larger Group?
Book “Shore Beats Work” (Unit 110) right next door — perfect for multi-family vacations! Together, the two units accommodate up to 12 guests.

📜 Rental Rules & Info
• Sleeps 8 (6 adults max) | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
• Must be 25+ to book (rental agreement required) | Maximum 8 guests
• One small dog (≤ 25 lbs) allowed | No pit bull or Rottweiler breeds per HOA| $75 Pet Fee
• Bunk bed safety: 6 + years old for top bunks | 150 lb max | ladder use required
• No trailers in parking lot | Boat ramp ½ mile away | Day docking available on site
• No limit on parking spaces

🧳 What to Bring
We provide a starter supply of essentials to get you through your first day — including toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, laundry pods, dish pods, and trash bags.

For the rest of your stay, please plan to bring or pick up additional items, such as:
☀️ extra paper products and trash bags
☀️ toiletries and personal care items
☀️ condiments, spices, and cooking oil
☀️ dish soap, laundry detergent, coffee & filters
☀️ beach towels, sunscreen, umbrella, and beach toys

Some items may already be in the home from previous guests, but we recommend coming prepared or making your trip to the store AFTER checking in so you can check out what you really need.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mexico Beach

Located on a lake, this condo is in Waterside Village, a neighbourhood in Port St. Joe. Mexico Beach Marina and Port St. 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 Mexico Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mexico Beach Park and Beacon Hill Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mexico Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Mexico Beach Marina - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mexico Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mexico Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Windmark Beach - 13 min drive - 12.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Express lane Food Mart - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Forgotten Coast Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mexico Beach Sweets - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shell Shack - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Once Upon a Tide – Waterside Village | Pool • Pet-Friendly • Sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Port St. Joe condo building is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Mexico Beach and Mexico Beach Marina. Mexico Beach Park and Mexico Beach Business Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Wonderful stay!

My family and I enjoyed our Mother’s Day weekend at your beautiful place! It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Amazing condo close to the beach!

We loved our stay here! We had everything we needed and the amenities of the pool, hot tub, porch with grill, washer/dryer were great! We loved there was a beach wagon and umbrella available for us to use. The bathrooms were spacious and the beds were comfy. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Convenient and Nice!

Easy, quick walk to the beach, and the condo was nicely appointed, great linens,all the beach items you need or forgot, and always got a quick response to questions. Very accommodating and we will use them again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary M.

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

New Favorite Spot

The condo was absolutely gorgeous, spacious for the whole family and very clean with all described amenities and more. Loved being on the first floor and very close to the pool and beach access directly across the street. We will most certainly be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Adorable and comfortable condo!

We looked for an affordable beach place for a last minutes trip with the kids before school. We almost gave up until finding this gem. It has everything! Pool, beach, beautiful and comfortable decor. We loved it. Just this right size for a 3 night trip with teenagers. 😆. It was thoughtfully furnished and had plenty of helpful things like paper towels, toilet paper, detergent, extra pillows and blankets. The management company was kind and helpful. We will definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Beautiful, comfortable, and very relaxing!

We had the best stay at Mexico Beach, at the "Beach Baby" condo with Shoreline Rentals! The actual beach was beautiful - clean, white sand, and we are Shell Seekers and were not disappointed! The water was so clear and refreshing as well! We were able to take long walks so snuck in a bit of exercise a couple of times a day - good thing because there was so much good food around to eat! It was the perfect combination! The condo itself was in a great location, very clean, and super comfortable - great use of space, nice comfortable king-size bed, cute kitchen, nice little porch, all amenities were taken care of, and then... the pool! Highly recommend the property and the property management company - they are top notch!

10/10 Excellent

tomi m.

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

Exactly right

This property was exactly what we wanted and needed. Small things matter. Even though the list given reminded us to bring daily essentials for our 7 day stay bc the owner was providing enough for a typical long weekend, everything was plentiful and lovely. We cook at “home” during most of our vacations and the kitchen was one of the best stocked in the way of quality pots, pans, and dishes. So very happy. The mattresses are next level. We all slept so well and there were plenty of pillows. The furniture was so comfy to curl up in watch movies or hours and hours of March madness. Access to the pool deck was easy and very nice. The walk to the beach was easy for us. All in all, we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described! Perfect location & amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Great stay!!

We had a wonderful time at Waterside! Condo was adorable and clean. Host quickly responded to any questions and the location is great, close to the pool and the beach. Great time had by all!
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10/10 Excellent

Janna P.

We will be back!

Our family enjoyed this property so much! The location could not be more convenient! The pool is great and our room was well furnished. We loved that there was a beach wagon in the room and it made the beach trips so much easier! We enjoyed our stay and are already planning to come back, hopefully we are able to get this same unit again!

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

Just as described

We enjoyed our stay and pretty much had the pool and hot tub to ourselves. The area was quiet and the location good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Nice condo

Nice condo, nice beach, nice area. Terrible weather for Florida. Just happened to hit a bad week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Awesome

Everything was perfect. Condo is clean, quiet, well stocked, close to the beach. Hope to return again!
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Other than one bad day of weather , we had a fantastic time .

We cant wait to stay here again. It was a perfect place for us and we have no complaints whatsoever with any part of our experience. In fact we are hoping to be able to come back again at the end of the summer season. If someone is looking for a quiet somewhat secluded beach to take a family vacation away from the typical over developed beach front madness, do not hesitate to book here.

8/10 Good

Maxine G.

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

Family vacation

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammi E.

What an AMAZING week!

Our week staying at “”Once Upon a Tide” was nothing short of wonderful! This unit is immaculate and has every amenity you would ever hope to find in a rental. Very easy walk to the beach and an even shorter walk to the pool and hot tub! You’re on the bottom floor, so no stairs or elevators! The perfect set up for young children too…a pack & play, wagon, pool & beach toys all available. The wagon made getting to the beach so much easier and not having to haul chairs from home was a bonus! I can’t brag on this place enough! We will definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Great beach condo!

Spacious condo that is well stocked with anything I needed! Easy access to the beach, and the pool and hot tub are right past the patio. I had a great stay here!

10/10 Excellent

Beth C., Columbus,GA.USA.

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

Beth's stay

Neat and very clean.Great beds .we all enjoyed. Ourselves. Internet was slow. Thanks for the cart and umbrella 🏖️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Nice place to stay

This was a great apartment/condo to stay in. My daughters and I met up with an old friend and her children. Having the beach just 5 min away and the pool available was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

rick g.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great little Condo

Condo was decorated perfectly. The cleaning people just need to clean under the kitchen cabinets and baseboards through out the condo. I run a cleaning business at home so I maybe a little critical.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Selah B.

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

Wonderful stay !

We loved our stay, comfortable clean and beautiful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous

Everything is very clean, great decor , comfy beds and pillows. The unit is well stocked and when I saw I have zero complaints, I mean zero! We will absolutely be back. Without a doubt!
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10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

Beautiful, Comfy, and Close to the Beach!

We loved our stay! The condo was so clean and comfortable and had all the amenities we needed and then some! We enjoyed being able to pull right up to the door - no stairs or elevator needed. Very short walk to the beach. We loved the hot tub and pool area, too! Will definitely return!

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