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Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach

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So Close to the Beach
Living Room with Sleeper Sofa
Main Level Deck
Exterior
Bedroom 1 - Gulf View from Deck

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach

There's no place quite like Barrier Dunes! This peaceful gated community offers everything your family needs to make their vacation memorable. Play tennis, and swim in one of two pools, one of which looks out onto the beach. Maybe you would like to go down to one of the fish-filled ponds to fish. Boardwalks lead you out to the beautiful beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Barrier Dunes is also adjacent to the St Joseph Peninsula State Park and is at the Northernmost tip of The Cape, home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and breathtaking sunsets.

Just steps away from the gulf front, community pool, enjoy the views and a very short walk to the beach from this 2 bedroom townhouse. The living area is located on the main floor, including a spacious deck complete with a gas grill and dining area. There is also a full bath and guest bedroom on the living level. The top floor is the private master suite with a full bathroom, laundry room, and open deck. Extra amenities provided at this unit include a crib, highchair, and blow dryer.

**Pet Friendly, max quantity, type, and additional fees do apply**

*This neighborhood does not allow boats or trailers overnight or in the driveway. Please plan accordingly.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival and departure dates (must follow the property's turnover day, if applicable). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. Please contact us with your questions or to further assist!

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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
Check In: 4 - 5:30pm ET Check Out: 10am ET Smoking: Not Permitted Minimum Rental Age: 25
Pets: Not Permitted, Unless Specified In Listing (pet fee between $100 - $300 will apply per pet, inquire before booking for specific property details
Communication: All check-in information along with property and area information is provided in our online Guest Portal.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7333331
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

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port St. Joe Beach and Saint Joe Beach. Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Cape San Blas, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach near Avalon Drive - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 37 min drive - 50.8 km
  • Mexico Beach - 44 min drive - 56.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$503, 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 Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barrier Dunes, Close to Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

6.4
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

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

Perfect in every way.

Great gated community. The home was very clean, well equipped and nicely decorated. Just steps from a beautiful beach with the best views of the sunset. We definitely recommend this home and would definitely rent it again. Pristine properties did a great job with keeping us updated and very nice to work with,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Kirk. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the location, cleanliness, and décor of the home. It's wonderful that you appreciated the beautiful beach and sunset views. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Julie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Live roaches everywhere. It was awful. Thankfully pristine property was able to move us to a different place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

tyler c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The condo seems to have been updated. Aesthetic wise it was pleasant , however this condo does have a bug problem. At night an insect or two could be seen crawling across the kitchen floor or counters. The main gate to enter the complex updates its door codes monthly. We were locked out and had to walk until we found an owner to be able to use their door code. After a phone call was made to report the problem, no one ever got back to us with an updated code.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I’m sorry the unit had a bug issue and that you were locked out due to the gate code — that fell short of the experience we aim to provide. We take pest concerns seriously and have forwarded this to our housekeeping and pest-control partners to treat the unit and inspect for entry points. We’ll also reinforce cleaning checks to make sure counters and floors are clear between guests. Regarding the gate code and the lack of follow-up, we will coordinate with the complex management and review our guest communication procedures so updated codes are provided reliably and any reported access issues receive prompt responses. We appreciate you noting the condo’s updated look and regret these problems affected your stay. Thank you for the feedback.
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Fall break 2024

Property was very clean! The checking process was a little off, trying to find out how to check in after hours. We never received our key to the facility. The housekeeper let us in and it was ready after the time he said we could check in. Lights are out in the bathrooms. Having the chairs and umbrellas available was amazing. We brought ours, but did not have to use them. We write this overall stay a four star and would recommend it as long as the worked on their check policy and key situation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Scott. We're pleased to hear that you found the property clean and appreciated the availability of chairs and umbrellas. We apologize for the confusion regarding the check-in process and the key situation. We're actively reviewing our procedures to improve the experience for future guests. Your comments about the bathroom lights will be addressed with our maintenance team. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to host you again!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ashly P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

NOT AS DESCRIBED!!

Unfortunately I am writing this because has been an unbelievably bad experience . This is our 4th trip in the same location and it’s by far the worst unit. My husband and I paid a lot of money. We have had an issue with our plumbing and washer. 3 inches of standing water under the kitchen sink, musty odor coming from the sink, filled up a bucket in a few hours which I had to change out to avoid any damage before being able to report it to someone. The washer first suggestion by the rental company was going to be to drive an hour long round-trip, (not to mention the waiting for the wash to get done) and then get to bring a revisit to get reimbursed. for what we spent a weeklong vacation should not have me spend half the day doing laundry in a town 30 minutes away. Or to drive up and get the key to another unit somewhere on property to do laundry for that day. Then drive and take a key back... This should’ve been disclosed in our rental agreement before getting here ( they knew it was not working bc she told me after i reported it) and knowing that we should have been able to rent this place at a reduced rate for the added frustration. I had 4 children and 2 adults and no washer. The sliding door does not lock, it’s broken. Pet hair stuck to pot and pans in the cabinet. It states they give you a beach rental credit . Please don’t let that fool you. That got us 5 rusted chairs and 4 boogie boards for the week and we still had to pay a delivery fee bc that isn’t counted with the credit. So I pay to deliver it ridiculous! The grill partially worked, no grill utensils ( spatulas That aren’t plastic) This is bare bones at this unit. You need to purchase everything!!! I encourage you to look around before booking this. I typically don’t leave bad reviews but this was definitely not up to par for what is described.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2020
We encourage feedback from guests on their stay so we know how they enjoyed things and if there is anything better we can do with our service or with the property. Constructive criticism is necessary but it also relies on fairness. So yes, the washer did stop working prior to Ashly's arrival that we weren't able to get fixed prior to or even during her stay. We did offer to reimburse her if she wanted to go to a laundromat or a vacant property nearby to do laundry. Yes, the property does provide a rental credit for beach gear by a 3rd party company that is very responsive to issues or problems when notified. As far as bare bones, having new flooring, countertops, backsplashes, fixtures, and more installed in the last few years I guess qualifies for that? I'm not sure that a crock pot, rice maker, grilling basket, and steamer is standard in most Barrier Dunes units that we've seen but fortunately this unit has those. So while I know there was some things that happened during Ashly's time that were how we have wanted them, labeling this property not as described is probably as bad as any of them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you, Julie, for your kind words. We're happy you enjoyed the property and hope to welcome you back in the future.

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