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Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, DVD player, books
On the beach
A Wise Way is a Gulf-front home designed for your annual family vacation. Enjoy panoramic views of the water from the deck and large sliding glass doors, then take a private boardwalk to the beach for shelling, fishing, and crabbing. Kayaking and golfing are nearby activities while amenities include free WiFi, full kitchen facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81767 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly

A Wise Way

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This Gulf-front home is well equipped and ready to host your annual vacation with the family (dogs included)! The deck offers panoramic views across the water, and you can admire the vista from the large sliding glass doors off the living room. The private boardwalk takes you down to the beach where shelling, fishing, and crabbing are abundant, as are sightings of dolphins, eagles, and other wildlife!

What's nearby:
Kayaking, fishing, and golfing are popular activities here, and must-see attractions include the St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Reserve Center (five miles away) for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and bird watching. You'll also be 11 miles south of the Cape San Blas Lighthouse, which offers bay views from the top and a gift shop inside.

Things to know:
This home is next to the three-bedroom As Pelicans Pass (the two do not share any amenities), creating an ideal set-up if you're traveling with another family, extended relatives, or a larger group of friends
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Dog-friendly
Snowbirds welcome!

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,767 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

NEW Listing Dog-friendly Waterfront Home House
NEW Listing Dog-friendly Waterfront Home
NEW Listing Dog-friendly Waterfront Home House
NEW Listing Dog-friendly Waterfront Home House
NEW Listing Dog-friendly Gulf-front Home House
Dog friendly Gulf front Home w/ Private Boardwalk Views
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NEW Listing Dog-friendly Gulf-front Home

About the area

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Port St. Joe Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Money Bayou - 4 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Beach - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flowers Baking Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪George Ann's Food Trailer - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve and Port St. Joe Beach. Salinas Park is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Gulf-front home w/ WiFi, private beach boardwalk & views - dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances Q.

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

4 night stay at A Wise Way in Port St Joe

This house was perfect for us! Clean, well appointed, comfortable and right on the beach! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie E.

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

Great getaway

Perfect for our small family, plenty of space for a family of 3-6. Unfortunately the washer was out of balance during our stay.Quiet beach with plenty of privacy. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew R.

Nice House on the Beach

Great location on the beach. Older home adequately clean with a nice kitchen and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

Great place to stay!

Great location. We loved being able to take our dogs to the beach with us.

8/10 Good

Todd R.

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

Great Location, Excellent Beach

Overall we had a great stay, location is very quiet and private. Couldn't ask for a better location including the deck, parking, and beach. House is in decent shape, could use some updates and shows some wear and tear. Good set-up, well stocked, all appliances worked as they should. Had no problems with the communication or check in and this is much appreciated. Did not rate the cleanliness great and this is due to we had tiny ants coming in on the kitchen counter and had to kill 2 very large roaches so house is obviously due to be sprayed. It is a Florida beach house so some pests can be tolerated but for the price we paid to rent this house, I would not expect us to have to deal with this. Other than that the house was cleaned well upon arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great location. Beds were so comfortable!

Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

Awesome Beach House

We had a great time at the beach the week after Christmas! Plenty of room for our group of four adults and two dogs. Not sure who liked the beach more…We had not stayed on that part of 30A before and will definitely stay again as the beach is beautiful and very pet friendly…and 5 minutes from The Raw Bar! The house is great and very well stocked! Don’t let the pictures of an “older” house discourage you from renting this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Linda T.

Fabulous location

House located on the beach, nice laid back vacay
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10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Affordable ON THE BEACH

Private boardwalk. Hot & cold outdoor shower. Charming yet updated. Kitchen had everything we needed for 3 generations to relax and enjoy beach living!

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

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

Great stay!

Great location and the beach is not crowded! House so close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Beach Vacay

Love the location, it was the perfect staycation home we were needing. No parking issues, boardwalk onto the beach, outdoor shower, awesome views from the patio. We will be booking this place again!!
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8/10 Good

Melanie C.

Wonderful!

The location of the property was fantastic! You can walk right out on the beach. The beach is very well maintained. It was like having our own private beach. The home is great and has everything you need.
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10/10 Excellent

Steven s.

Beach get away.

Uncrowded beach, great view, lots of comfortable chairs and a kitchen that has every thing I need. The bed was good also.
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8/10 Good

Benjamin J.

“A Wise Way”

Great deck and kitchen/living area. Perfect access to an amazing beach! We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Enjoyed it

We enjoyed our stay and would stay again. The master bath isn't private to the master bedroom - the door to the master bath is just outside the door to the master bedroom, so bring a robe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great location, old Florida charm

Wide open beaches, private boardwalk with new hand rails, table big enough for eight, Florida beach cabin charm, looks like new refrigerator too.
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10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

4th of July

Beach was not really crowded like you see at most beaches on the 4th
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8/10 Good

Leah W.

Ladies scallop trip

The house had a great view, great location and well equipped kitchen
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10/10 Excellent

Stan W.

Beachfront paradise

Right ono the beach! Quiet, secluded with private boardwalk to an almost private beach. Old school charm with fully stocked (looks like new) kitchen. Comfy , new looking, furniture. Midway between Port St Joe and Appalachicola if you want to eat out or go grocery shopping. Our fav!

8/10 Good

Robert B.

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

The waves of St Joe's

This was an absolute marvelous stay, having access right out to the beach could not have been better. The house was great and served us well, but is well worn and could use some basic feature updates. We would stay again but I'd try to negotiate a better rate.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Your own private beach!

This house worked perfect for our family of 5. We stayed a week and everyday was like stepping out on our own private beach. Beach access was easy.. with a private boardwalk straight out from the house to the beach. It made hauling all the beach gear a very simple walk. House was well stocked with cooking utensils, A/C worked great as did all appliances. Our family would definitely stay at this home again and should we ever decide to bring along more family or friends the house right next door is exactly the same and owned by the same owners/property management.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Carlyn B.

We loved it!

The home is in a great location, right on the beach. The bed was very comfortable, and the kitchen and bathrooms were spotlessly clean when we arrived. We have stayed next door at As Pelicans Pass, and this home has the same layout although slightly smaller. We liked the outdoor shower, for washing off after being on the beach. One thing about this house is that you have to go outside and down the stairs to access the washer and dryer. We enjoyed our stay so much that we have already made reservations for next year!
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8/10 Good

Wayne Q.

Peaceful week

The location of this home could not be any better. Only steps to the sand and ocean, on a private boardwalk. Everything was clean and functional, although a little dated. Had a wonderful week with family!

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie R.

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

Delightful

Well appointed, comfortable and pet friendly. The beds were perfect for us. We enjoyed the one floor, only stairs are to the front door. Laundry room down stairs where car is parked, no access from inside the house, but that is ok. Shower outside and boardwalk to the beach was just a very short walk. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

naomi c.

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

Family Vacation 2022

Week was good, ocean water pretty dirty from sand. Red flag warning most of week,, but still enjoyed the time. We saw dolphins close to beach. Would recommend to anyone. Can't change Mother nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022