Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access
Some places just make you exhale.
Sanctuary sits quietly at the edge of Florida's Forgotten Coast — where the Gulf of Mexico stretches endlessly in front of you, St. Joseph Bay lies just behind, and the rest of the world genuinely cannot find you.
This isn't Old Florida nostalgia. This is Old Florida, still here. No high-rises. No waterslides. No lines. Just sugar-white sand, dolphin pods at dusk, pelicans in perfect formation, and the occasional bald eagle watching from a tall pine.
Walk two minutes from your door and you're barefoot on the beach.
Sanctuary was built for one purpose: to give your family — and yes, your dog — the kind of week you'll still be talking about in December.
🌅Morning at Sanctuary Wake when you're ready. Step onto the wrap-around deck with coffee in hand and watch the Gulf light up in pink and gold. The Ice Cream Shop is a three-minute walk when you're ready. Or don't go anywhere. The deck and the view are enough.
🏖️ The Beach (Just a Two Minute Walk Away) We timed it: door to sand in under two minutes via your private boardwalk. The beach here is the real Forgotten Coast — wide, quiet, and likely yours alone. Swim. Shell. Or just sit and remember what quiet sounds like.
🚣 Gulf & Bay Adventures Sanctuary gives you two worlds of water. Kayaks are waiting for your St. Joseph Bay explorations — paddle to a sandbar, spot a stingray, or find the dolphins that work this shoreline daily. Prefer the Gulf? A two-minute walk away. Want a pontoon? Presnell's or Scallop Cove have you covered.
🍳 The Gourmet Kitchen This is not a "fully equipped kitchen." This is a kitchen serious home cooks get excited about. Counter space, quality cookware, and room enough for the whole crew to cook together. Some of our guests' best meals have happened right here, not at a restaurant.
🛁 Wind Down Right When the sun drops and dinner is done, the hot tub waits. The fire pit glows. Roast marshmallows. Tell the stories from the day. The stars here are extraordinary — no light pollution to dim them.
🐾 Bring the Whole Family (Yes, the Dog Too) Cape San Blas has dog-friendly beaches. Sanctuary has a dog-friendly heart. Your four-legged family member is welcome here without apology.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Port St. Joe
Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. 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 hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Port St. Joe Beach - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
Saint Joe Beach - 35 min drive - 44.8 km
Mexico Beach - 44 min drive - 50.4 km
Restaurants
Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - 14 min drive
Scallop Republic - 7 min drive
Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - 3 min walk
LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - 3 min drive
Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access?
As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$708, 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 Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hot Tub & Fire Pit |Only a 2-minute walk to beach-private beach access located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pig Island and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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:
Short walk to the beach or the bay. Plenty of room outside and inside. Spacious enough that everyone had privacy.
Access to the beach was easy. The view from the house was better than expected. We saw a very lovely sunset.
Christine T.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Great to hear that you loved the views from the house! Helpful comment about the beach access too! Thank you for taking the time to leave this valuable feedback for other people searching for a vacation rental home!
This house was perfect for our family. We had a total of 9 people and had plenty of space. The house was clean and family-friendly.
Khannan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chad M.
28 Nov 2025
Perfect Fit
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:
Have rented with Coastal Joe's a couple times. Always great houses. This one was perfect for our group. It was a fantastic stay. If we had to have one complaint, would encourage updating the outdoor furniture on the family room level patio.
Chad M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you’ve enjoyed renting with Coastal Joe over the years. It’s wonderful to know you had a fantastic stay. We also appreciate your note about the outdoor furniture. Guest feedback is incredibly valuable, and we’ll be sure to pass this along to the homeowner for review. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christopher H.
19 Mar 2024
Dream 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:
Great location and an amazing home!
Christopher H.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2024
We're so happy that you loved Sanctuary! Come back and see us!
We enjoyed the Sanctuary because of the location, space and especially the gourmet kitchen.
I was equally impressed with the property management’s communication and updates with us prior to our checking in. An added bonus was an additional night became available and we were able to make that happen.
We would highly recommend the Sanctuary.
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Renee H.
24 May 2024
Couldn't be more 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:
We needed a quiet getaway and wanted easy beach access; Sanctuary more than delivered. A beautiful home, well equipped, designed to accommodate many with great living and bedroom space, and a very easy walk to the beach. We will definitely be back!
Renee H.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Sanctuary. We are pleased to hear that the home provided the quiet getaway and easy beach access you desired. We appreciate your kind words about the accommodation and location. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Jan 2025
New Years Family Getaway
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 Sanctuary was a perfect property and setting for our family of 7 (and grand dogs- very pet friendly prop). Love the open space in main living/kitchen area. Close walk over boardwalk to the beach, which was absolutely beautiful, best sunsets ever too! Close to Trading Post (4-minute walk) for any necessities needed while there. Management attentive and responded quickly to all our needs while there. Great communication for anything we needed.Will definitely go back to The Sanctuary next time we plan a trip Cape San Blas.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review of Sanctuary, our pet-friendly vacation rental home in Cape San Blas. We're thrilled that you and your family, including your grand dogs, enjoyed the open living space, beautiful beach sunsets, and convenient walk to the Trading Post. We appreciate your kind words about our attentive management and great communication - we strive to provide exceptional service to all our guests.
We can't wait to welcome you back to Sanctuary for your next Cape San Blas vacation, and we're glad you experienced the best of our beach town, with its stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and pet-friendly atmosphere, making it the perfect destination for families and their furry friends.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jamie C.
5 Aug 2024
A week at Sanctuary
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 enjoyed another week visiting Cape San Blas! We noticed this house a few years ago and we were so excited when we found it available for a last minute beach trip. The house is beautiful! While not right on the water, the private boardwalk access was so close to the house (door to sand less then 2 min) We would absolutely stay here again! We were just a short walk to the trading post as well. Coastal Joes has been a great company to work with over the years! They were very attentive and easy to contact with questions.
Jamie C.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your week at our beautiful vacation rental in Cape San Blas. We’re glad you appreciated the short path to the beach as well as the close proximity to The Trading Post. We strive to provide attentive service and are always here to assist with any questions. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable beach getaway!
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