3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Heron Now Panoramic Bayfront Only 1.5 Blocks From Nationally Ranked Gulf Beach
Heron Now is a comfortable bayfront home located on beautiful Apalachicola Bay, St. George Island, Florida.
The large deck offers sea breezes and a private, panoramic overlook of the bay and estuarine reserve. You have the same view from inside the house and even from the kitchen.
Heron Now has the best of both vacation worlds: the gulf coast beaches and the beautiful bayside marsh. The spacious gulf coast beach is only 1.5 blocks away via easy public access. There you can swim in the waves, fish the surf, or lounge among the sand castles. Heron Now adjoins the bayside world of the Apalachicola National Estuarine Reserve which provides one mile of undeveloped bayshore waterfront to explore by foot or boat. Bring your canoes and kayaks (or rent locally) because there is bay access. Bring your fishing gear because the bay is full of sea trout, redfish, and mullet . Bring your camera and binoculars because every hike or paddle will bring a new discovery.
Amenities:: -two queens, two twins
-smart tv, wireless internet , and dvd
- well stocked kitchen
-washer/dryer
-binoculars
-extensive library of birding, plant, shell, reptile, and fish guides and other naturalist topics
Activities:: George Island is a world class birding, naturalist, and fishing
destination. Experience it from the deck of Heron Now, or walk the adjoining
reserve or nearby beach, or use Heron Now as base for eco-adventures to
nearby natural features such as St George Island State Park, St. Vincent
National Wildlife Refuge, and Apalachicola National Forest.
The nearby town of Apalachicola is a Victorian fishing port which offers
upscale restaurants and walking tours of its Victorian houses. The town and
the surrounding area are featured in two National Geographic books: Guide
to Small Town Escapes and America's Hidden Corners.
The large deck offers sea breezes and a private, panoramic overlook of the bay and estuarine reserve. You have the same view from inside the house and even from the kitchen.
Heron Now has the best of both vacation worlds: the gulf coast beaches and the beautiful bayside marsh. The spacious gulf coast beach is only 1.5 blocks away via easy public access. There you can swim in the waves, fish the surf, or lounge among the sand castles. Heron Now adjoins the bayside world of the Apalachicola National Estuarine Reserve which provides one mile of undeveloped bayshore waterfront to explore by foot or boat. Bring your canoes and kayaks (or rent locally) because there is bay access. Bring your fishing gear because the bay is full of sea trout, redfish, and mullet . Bring your camera and binoculars because every hike or paddle will bring a new discovery.
Amenities:: -two queens, two twins
-smart tv, wireless internet , and dvd
- well stocked kitchen
-washer/dryer
-binoculars
-extensive library of birding, plant, shell, reptile, and fish guides and other naturalist topics
Activities:: George Island is a world class birding, naturalist, and fishing
destination. Experience it from the deck of Heron Now, or walk the adjoining
reserve or nearby beach, or use Heron Now as base for eco-adventures to
nearby natural features such as St George Island State Park, St. Vincent
National Wildlife Refuge, and Apalachicola National Forest.
The nearby town of Apalachicola is a Victorian fishing port which offers
upscale restaurants and walking tours of its Victorian houses. The town and
the surrounding area are featured in two National Geographic books: Guide
to Small Town Escapes and America's Hidden Corners.
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- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
St. George Island
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St George Island, FL
What's nearby
- St. George Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- St. George Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- St. George Island Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
- Port St. Joe Beach - 50 min drive - 67.3 km
- Indian Pass Beach - 53 min drive - 70.3 km
Restaurants
- FatDaddy’s Smokehouse and Grill - 16 min drive
- Family Coastal Restaurant - 13 min drive
- Red Pirate - 11 min drive
- Eastpoint Beer Company - 12 min drive
- Blue Parrot - 4 min drive
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2 Dec 2025
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Edgar M.
1 Dec 2025
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13 Oct 2025
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Jared E.
3 May 2025
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Amazing stay
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3 July 2025
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Ali F.
5 Sept 2023
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Great place
Ali F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay
Kimberly S.
26 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
David A.
20 Apr 2025
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Good value, quiet, beautiful location
David A.
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10/10 Excellent
Fred P.
13 Mar 2025
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Aptly named
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Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
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clif s.
26 July 2024
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Enjoyed our stat at Heron Bay!
clif s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jason J.
16 Oct 2024
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Very nice place!!
Jason J.
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10/10 Excellent
MJ S.
6 Oct 2024
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nature hideaway
MJ S.
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Mike P.
20 Aug 2025
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Mike P.
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Joe C.
2 July 2022
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Peaceful quiet island getaway
Joe C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Melisa G.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views Bayside
Melisa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good
Stephanie G.
30 Oct 2024
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Stephanie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
9 July 2022
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Beautiful surroundings
Amber S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Stephanie C.
8 Apr 2025
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Great trip!
Stephanie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dave R.
25 Oct 2024
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Heron Now
Dave R.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent
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3 Sept 2024
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Can’t go wrong anywhere on SGI
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Barry M.
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and private
Barry M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Jessica W.
7 Jan 2024
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Great memories made!
Jessica W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Lori B.
22 Aug 2023
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Perfect location!
Lori B.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Tanya G.
23 June 2024
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Summer 2024 Vacation
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Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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