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Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61377 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart

Welcome to beautiful Cape San Blas FL, located along Florida's Forgotten Coast in the Florida Panhandle--50 miles SE of Panama City between Port St. Joe & St. George Island and Apalachicola.

Cape Escape II is an end unit, located directly on a fresh water fishing pond (can fish or feed the turtles FROM the back deck), & it's just 200 steps to the beach!

It has a King & Queen Bedroom both have en-suite full bathrooms & private decks. There is an additional half bath on the main floor & queen sleeper sofa in den.

Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, and there is a gas grill on the back deck. (we even thought of a backup gas tank in case the gas runs out).

Cape Escape II is in beautiful, gated Barrier Dunes which is just steps from the entrance to St. Joseph State Park & its large variety of wildlife, Hiking, Biking, and over 16,000 acres of awesome 'Beachfront' wilderness surrounded on 3 sides by the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joe Bay.

We provide everything from beach chairs and linens to Wifi, right down to the little things like laundry detergent, trash bags and dish soap to make your packing easy and your stay relaxing!

Barrier Dunes has 2 pools (1 is gulf front & 2nd is heated 4 mo. a year), lighted tennis courts, 3 fresh water fishing ponds, playground, pet stations, boat parking, boat washing area, and boardwalks throughout!

In the evening, sit on your deck and take in the awesome beauty of a moonlit night & stars larger & in more abundance than you've ever seen. No city lights or commercialism on the Cape!

You will always enjoy a wonderful family-friendly atmosphere in Barrier Dunes & on the Cape San Blas pet-friendly beaches--even during spring break/summer!

Regardless of the season, this is just the place to enjoy life and each other! Come enjoy our pristine, coastal paradise!

** VOTED BEST LODGING ON THE FORGOTTEN COAST by the Port St. Joe Star **

Property manager

Devi Leonard

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Only allowed on deck with doors and windows closed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,377 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: There is a $125 pet fee for 1 dog and $60 for 2nd

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Very family friendly community and beach!

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Map
Port Saint Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 26 min drive - 27.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pepto-Bistro Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart located?

This family-friendly Port St. Joe vacation home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Cape Escape II End Unit on Lake & just 200 steps to beach w/ Beach chairs/cart Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Great Get-a-way

Property was clean and spacious. Had everything we needed for a comfortable week away from the crowd of other beach goers.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

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

Perfect for everyone!

We already plan on coming back. The rental was perfect, the location was great! Great beach, great fishing, and great food!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M., Carrollton , Ga

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

Great place to stay.

We enjoyed our time here. Thank you Wendy.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Spring Break

Had a great time, house was great, very convenient to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

eileen s.

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

Labor Day vacation

Great location to the beach definitely spend the extra money for a golf cart rental and drive through the state park. we love this end of the Cape, close to the boat ramp on the state park and so relaxing! Condo is well appointed, comfortable and updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrin S.

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

Relaxation

Great location, nice property, short walk to the beach...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

April on the Cape

Not sure why this review request is coming in November for an April stay, but we had a great time. We will definitely stay here again. Short walk to the beach. Condo location great. Also the unit was clean. The beach buggy needed repair/ replace but it worked. The owners were working on the back deck
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

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

Summer vacation

It was a quick trip and enjoyed the Cape as always. We will definitely visit again. Very nice place and host was great! Barrier Dunes is a great gated community
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Erin Terrell

The property was just like the pictures. A very short walk to the beach, pools and playground. The house itself was clean and well stocked. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

We loved this place

The place was well stocked with cleaning supplies. We forgot our auto dish detergent pods, found a huge supply from Sam’s under the sink. Close to the beach very short walk. All went well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Ohio

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

GREAT LOCATION!!!

This condo was perfect for our two week stay over Christmas! The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed, including spices!! The closest downstairs had plenty of chairs for the beach so we didn’t have to try and fit some in our car! The pond view from the back was awesome but what was even better was the small ocean view from the Master bedroom!!! It was so cool being able to see if the ocean was calm or wavy from the patio! The owners are also amazing with communication! I highly recommend staying in this unit!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Wonderful!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cape Escape! It was wonderful! Clean, plenty of space for our 2 boys and our Boston Terrier. We loved the community feel of Barrier Dunes.. kids riding bikes, people walking their pups, & to and from the beach. We were just a short walk to the beach & both pools. And super close to the state park, which we love. Longbills & Coneheads are a short bike ride or drive- even walk! We had a minor issue with our AC unit during our stay, but Devi was very prompt in getting someone over to take care of it, which we appreciated during a hot week. Overall, we loved this property & would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

spring break cape san blas barrier dunes

First time for our family at Cape San blas. I had been before in my teens so lots had changed and good to see area could rebuild after storm. Our rental was "ok" . I did not realize complex was so large thus lots of people crowding area on beach . We had to lug stuff way down beach to get away. Mistake - will not book complexes/high density unit again. Our unit, I believe, had to have had storm damage - water damage as it literally stunk of mildew or something causing horrible smell as you entered bottom floor. it was bad - very bad. We had some other issues of ants in kitchen and palmetto bugs. Just not pleasant but can understand those issues with location and rental etc. Weather was not the best with weather and - storms coming through but still got to have beach time - fished and enjoyed the gorgeous sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., Tennessee

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

A Wonderful Week at Cape Escape II

From the moment we stepped into your place, we noticed how nicely furnished each room was! The kitchen was stocked with everything to cook, even lots of spices! This beautiful townhouse had plenty of everything we needed for the week. Wendy was a wonderful host, getting back to us whenever we had a question. We will definitely use Wendy to rent another townhouse in Barrier Dunes!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Cute, comfortable, convenient

The kids loved being able to feed the turtles from the back deck. It was an easy walk to beach and pools. It was a short drive to the state park which was a lot fun and a ton of shells. The house was clean and comfortable with all the basics which made packing a lot easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wasn't V.

The Best Pet Friendly Vacation EVER

We now live in Savannah, GA, and we’ve lived on the east coast of Florida previously. Therefore deciding to spent the Christmas holidays at The Cape Escape condos on a tiny north-south spit of land named Cape San Blas, west of Apalachicola, Florida came as a surprise to us and to our family and friends. We wanted a quieter holiday this year. We also wanted to be able to take our two miniature long haired dachshunds. The location had to be on the water and it had to be within a day’s drive of our home. Off to the internet! Cape San Blas and Port St. Joe are small, quiet, unassuming areas. The Cape is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and the St Joseph Bay. The area is called The Forgotten Coast. It hasn’t yet been discovered, but we’re sure it will be soon. The beaches are wonderful. Since it was Christmastime, we weren’t swimming or doing any of the water activities, but we are returning to do so in March of this year. Our condo was adorable, and it was even better than described. We had two bedrooms and two and a half baths. There was ample covered parking under our unit for two cars with space still available for the provided gas grill. The first floor’s kitchen was more than adequately supplied, right down to cocktail sauce cups and oyster knives. There was seating at the kitchen bar for two and and chairs at the table for six. The living/family room had two large sofas and a TV in the corner with a sliding glass door that looked out to our small lagoon. Steps from that door lead down to the first floor, and at the top of the porch was a safety gate to keep in dogs and kids. The bedrooms and their en-suite bathrooms were at the front and rear of the unit on the third floor with a well stocked linen closet and a washer and dryer between them. We are pet lovers and as such, this was THE perfect place for us to be. We had to smile every day with the number and variety of dogs coming and going. ‘Dog Waste’ stations were everywhere with plenty of baggies provided both in the community and on the beach. On our first morning, as we were traipsing outdoors for the dogs’ first potty stop of the day, in the dark, with our flashlights, at 6 a.m., we were delighted to see that our dogs are not the only one with such Benjamin Franklin hours. We ran into at least a half dozen other humans taking their pets out for their absolutions. "Good mornings," were said by all, and a few barks were sounded. A fabulous place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy N.

I just loved this property! My husband and kids loved feeding the turtles & fishing off the deck!

I just loved this property! My husband and kids loved feeding the turtles & fishing off the deck! There was plenty of room. We had a fabulous time! I especially liked being so close to the beach. I loved the decor, very beachy and comfortable, and the condo was immaculate! We had some great meals, and did not need for anything in the kitchen. There was everything for cooking you could possibly think of, even spices! It was really nice not having to pack all the essentials. I especially liked the pantry to keep all your food! The beds and living room furniture was very comfortable. I have a bad back, so the bed is very important! We had some great times out on the beach, uncrowded and quiet, and the bonfires at night while watching the sunset were fantastic! My husband and kids also loved surf fishing every day! One day we rented a boat and went exploring on the end of the cape in St Joe State Park. The kids were finding all kinds of creatures! They had a blast! Once again we made some awesome family memories that will last for a lifetime! Thank you so much Wendy, we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

Very Clean, Spacious, Fabulous Decor, & Everything We Needed Was Provided!

I just loved this property! There was plenty of room for my husband and I, 3 kids, and my sister. We had a fabulous time! I especially liked being so close to the beach. I loved the decor, very beachy and comfortable, and the condo was immaculate! We had some great meals, and did not need for anything in the kitchen. There was everything for cooking you could possibly think of, even spices! It was really nice not having to pack all the essentials. The beds and living room furniture was very comfortable. I have a bad back, so the bed is very important! We had some great times out on the beach, uncrowded and quiet, and the bonfires at night while watching the sunset were fantastic! My husband and kids also loved surf fishing everyday! One day we rented a boat and went exploring on the end of the cape in St Joe State Park. The kids were finding all kinds of creatures! They had a blast! Once again we made some awesome family memories that will last for a lifetime! Thank you so much Wendy, we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Matt W.

Memorial Day Weekend

My family of 5 stayed here over Memorial Day Weekend. We chose this rental because Wendy, the owner, was so easy to work with. She allowed us to do a 3 night stay, which was perfect. The condo was clean upon arrival and there were no surprises. We loved the use of the beach chairs, cart and toys. It was about a 150 yard walk to the beach over an easy to navigate boardwalk. Our favorite part was having a bonfire on the beach. We would definitely stay at any of her Barrier Dunes rentals in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Lamar F.

Marvelous!

A fantastic experience from first email exchange through checkout process. We certainly recommend this property and owner to all. Wendy is a marvelous host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Took great care of us... we even extended our stay!

We truly enjoyed the time we spent on the Cape! Thank you so much for taking such good care of us with limited notice of arrival. We were so comfortable that we even extended our stay with you and we will be back in to see you soon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deena N.

I could go on and on about the complex, our condo, the beach, and the water.

My daughter and I (and our two Golden Retrievers) just returned from Barrier Dunes. I could go on and on about the complex, our condo, the beach, and the water.....but, that's all obvious in the gorgeous photos. What I'm beyond thankful for was Wendy going out of her way to accommodate some last minute change of plans, which were out of my control. She took care of us and had us in a beautiful, comfortable condo, in no time. From there, we went on to have an amazing and oh, so relaxing time. I have an upcoming vacation to Mexico with my kids in January. While I'm excited about it, I'm already sad about having to leave my furry friends behind. Already looking at my 2017 calendar to return to Barrier Dunes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, clean and lovely! Home Away from Home!

We so enjoyed having time to be quiet and just be on the beach. The place was quiet, clean and lovely. If you need a place to retreat or a home away from home, this is a great spot!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Attractive, spotless clean, well equipped, perfectly located home

We had a very special 3 days at the Cape! Thank you for providing an attractive, spotless clean, well equipped, perfectly located home for us-the turtles greeted us in the mornings and sunsets gave us a glorious "good night"--Thank you for helping us to make it a most memorable time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The condo was so nice and clean....had everything. Truly felt like home!

Thank you so much for all of your help in scheduling this trip! We had an absolutely wonderful time. The condo was so nice and clean, it had everything we could have asked for and it truly felt like home. We were all really impressed with how lovely the condo and beach were. The beach was fantastic, not too crowded and very pristine. We enjoyed taking walks on the beach with the pups and shelling, along with just spending hours being lazy and watching the waves roll in while we relaxed on the beach. To top of an incredible vacation my sister and her boyfriend got engaged while we were there! I can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed ourselves and how nice the condo and area were. We are already talking about booking with you again next year, hopefully for an even longer stay!! I personally forgot to take pictures (I never remember to take pictures!) but I will check with everyone else and email you any pictures we have of the dogs enjoying the beach. Thank you again for all of your help and hospitality! I look forward to returning to the cape soon!! Thank you!