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Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8143.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Pass Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck

Summary:

Seaside Serenity at Indian Pass



The Space:

Centrally located between Port St. Joe and Apalachicola, this dog-friendly, stilted single-level home (not a duplex) offers comfort, convenience, and relaxed coastal charm—an ideal setting for your next family getaway. Thoughtfully designed with an open layout, the home features a fully equipped kitchen and spacious common areas that provide ample room for gathering and unwinding.



Step outside to enjoy the sun deck or the screened-in porch—perfect for savoring a home-cooked meal or relaxing after a day of exploration. Situated approximately 600 feet from the beach, the property includes a private walking trail that provides direct access to the shoreline. Fishing, crabbing, and shelling opportunities are just steps away, and an on-site cleaning station is available for your daily catch.



Whether you're enjoying the local outdoor activities or spending quiet time with loved ones, this home offers a memorable retreat in a scenic and serene location.



Nearby Attractions:

Just one mile from the property, St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge offers scenic hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. Also nearby, the Cape San Blas Lighthouse provides stunning bay views and includes a charming gift shop for visitors.



Additional Information:



Complimentary WiFi

Fully equipped kitchen

Accommodates up to two dogs

Central air conditioning

Charcoal Grill

Snowbird-friendly – please contact us for seasonal rates

Please note: House parties, large groups, campers, trailers, or motorhomes are not permitted on the property

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 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 and a first aid kit
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 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 looking for area attractions can visit Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Port St. Joe Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 12 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 30 min drive - 41.6 km
  • Mexico Beach - 35 min drive - 48.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Key - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jimmie Mac Raw Bar Stage & Courtyard - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly home near the beach with spacious living area, porch & sundeck located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Port St. Joe Beach and Indian Pass Beach. Money Bayou is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Spring break

Overall, great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Avis S.

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

Nice Place!

Overall good experience. Nice place and location. Especially enjoyed the screened back deck! Not a great view of the beach but not far from the beach. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Traycee M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

The property was nice and well-located. The house furniture had an odor, it had been washed before our arrival and was damp.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda W.

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

Great house,horrible king bed

This is a nice house for a family vacation in a great location. The king bed in the main bedroom is horrible and needs replacing. We stayed in this house 3 years ago and made the same comment.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcus W.

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

Winter Weekend

Had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ace M.

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

A peaceful place

My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed the house from start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi G.

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

Great Vacation get away!

This was our first time to vacation in this area! This property was so close to the beach, less than a 3 minute walk. The porches were great, you could hear the ocean! I would recommend you stop at the grocery store in Port St. Joe before heading to the property, there is no where to shop in Indian Pass, we loved it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasie J.

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

Seaside Serenity Mother's Day Vacay

We absolutely loved Seaside Serenity! It was very quiet, tucked away in an area that was not super populated and had access to the beach within walking distance. The property has beautiful lush florida native foliage that provides the property with both privacy as well as additional shade for the beautiful screened in deck. The beach area was super clean and not busy yet with the summer crowd. Neighbors assured us that this area wasn't very crowded through our most of the summer months. We enjoyed trips to St. George Island, Port St. Joe and Apalachicola. We highly recommend staying at the Seaside Serenity if you looking for a quiet beach get away! LOVED IT!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

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

Checked all the boxes

We were looking for a Florida getaway without the crowds. Indian Pass/Port St Joe is the place. This home was one house in from the beach in a cute, quiet neighborhood. The house was great and we spent most of our house time outside on the screen porch. You will find white sugar sand on the beach and miles to walk. Plenty of birds to entertain and we even saw a whitetail deer sleeping in the backyard.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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

Nice home base for our family.

Nice beach house as expected. Clean and functional. Kitchen is well stocked with cookware and utensils. Remember to bring cooking oil and spices if you are planning to cook. Also foil or plastic wrap if you use them. Towels were fluffy and clean. The mattress in master bedroom may be lacking support. It is very soft but not lumpy. Nice area. Had a little trouble locating the correct house at arrival. Short walk to the beach to watch the sunrise and sunset. Make sure you visit the Indian Pass Trading Post for oysters!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

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

Nice home in great location, very relaxing

House was well equipped and perfect for our family vacation. Kitchen stocked well with everything to cook. Master needs a new mattress, deep dip in bed. Other bedrooms excellent, porches awesome. Cant see the ocean but can hear it. Quick walk to beach 2-3 mins, boardwalk close. Communication was not stellar with Vacasa. Using Vacasa was the most unpleasant part of the experience. Texts, emails, and app messages just too many places to communicate and receive information and not get answered. If you are the homeowner, go with a different company. Vacasa is subpar!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

jeffrey n m.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

BEACH RETREAT FOR SURE

GET BEACH FUN! CHECK-IN COULD HAVE BEEN BETTER.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda W.

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

Great house but time to replace king

We loved our time at Seaside Searenity. The house was clean, the kitchen was well equipped and the location was fabulous. However, the mattress on the king sized bed needs to be replaced. There are very deep, distinct impressions on each side. Getting in and out of bed felt like a sitcom bit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

Enjoyed our trip

Very easy to rent and very clean home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Yes the crabs are real.

We had a great stay. House was clean, short walk to beach, and dog friendly. Lots of wildlife. Birds, crabs, fish, turtles. I had a young woman with a child if a crab we were looking at was real. Yup they are real and can get a little testy when you bother them. Overall great place for rest and relaxation. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

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

Seaside Serenity is Paradise

What a joy to find such a treasure. Loved, loved, loved this home. Everything you could want and more. While it was just my hubby and I with our fur baby, the house is spacious enough for the whole family. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene K.

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

relaxing

we enjoyed walking to the beach and enjoying the sound of it. House was clean and as represented in listing photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles J.

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

Stay at Seaside Serenity

This home is just as advertised. Perfect place to take your family, very quite, a very short walk to the beach, and no crowds on the beach. This home is well equipped and extremely clean. Nice screened porch with plenty of room. I would definitely stay here again. Price is very reasonable for a place this nice and this close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann B.

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

Beautiful beach

Great beach house to relax and unwind. Fully equipped home, only suggestion would be the addition of a couple of folding chairs to take to the beach. We enjoyed biking everyday and particularly enjoyed Port St Joe and Appalachicola.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Our favorite place

We have stayed here several times and everything was perfect again. We love the the house and the location. We highly recommend this peoperty.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara C.

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

Island Paradise

This place was awesome. It was spotless when we arrived and the location is very convenient to the beach. The location appears to be recovering from storms so we had long stretches of beach to ourselves. Many people recommended a golf cart, with just two people and a dog. It was close enough for us to just run in when we needed to and come back in a short time. My husband caught lots of cool fish. I have never seen so many stars at night, it very dark so it’s spectacular. We loved our stay, the owners are very nice. If you plan to cook. I recommend bringing your own seasonings or you’ll have to go to the general store. COVID had made it so we could not leave anything for sharing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kyle T.

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

Indian pass seaside serenity

The house was clean, the check in and out was very easy. The beach is a short walk, renting a golf cart was very efficient for transporting beach gear and you can drive it on the beach. The kitchen was stocked with utensils. The screen porch was one of our favorite spots.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Would stay again

Quiet, clean and easy access to beach. Yes there are properties that have not been developed since the hurricane. And there are places that still have debris. Didn’t bother me but might bother some who don’t understand the devastating damage a hurricane can do. Also, dog friendly beach and auto mile/golf carts allowed on beach. Didn’t bother me either. People are friendly and I enjoyed talking to the locals. House was nice. Good size. A little on the older side but nothing that stood out. This place has every pot, pan, utensil you could think of. I would stay here again. I enjoyed this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON H.

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

A fantastic beach escape place

Perfectly stocked, clean, and located. Easy access and clearly experienced owners. Perfect for a group trip or just a couple. Two of us and our large dog fit great in there and the lot had great access to the beach. Highly recommend and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and great stay

We had a lovely stay at this property and it was so great to take our 2 dogs and have friends come and stay with us For two of the days. The property is very well equipped and was nice and clean when we arrived. The beach is just a short walk and that is also dog friendly. The only downside we had was the air conditioning went out on thanksgiving but we had a guy come out the next day and fix it for us. I’m still giving this property a 5 star as we all had a fantastic stay and it was so nice to be able to bring our dogs! We will definitely be coming back and staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

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