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Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables

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Relax by the ocean with a clear view from this serene pool area, featuring a pool, lounge chairs, and a shaded seating area.
Enjoy ocean views from the balcony through the large sliding glass door.
Relax in a tranquil oceanfront setting with a swing chair and cushioned bench.
Enjoy stunning ocean views from the spacious balcony overlooking the beach.
Enjoy cooking in this well-lit kitchen with sleek cabinetry, a refrigerator, microwave, and granite countertop.

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15236 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Indian Pass Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Port St. Joe

A family-friendly stay in Port St. Joe awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Pig Island and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Cape San Blas Lighthouse. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features free WiFi, 5 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and Hot tub. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Port St. Joe holiday home include T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park.
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What's nearby

  • Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 17 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 18 min drive - 17.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables

Welcome to The Tranquil Turtle! This gorgeous 5 Bedroom/5 Bath Gulf front beach home with a private heated pool on North Cape San Blas has everything you need for a wonderful & relaxing beach vacation. Extras that are included: Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Outdoor Pool Table, Shuffleboard, & Foosball. Escape the hustle & bustle of daily life, dig your toes in the sugar-white sands or take a dip in the private Gulf front, heated pool or relax on the top level balcony bed swing! This home features an open-concept kitchen & living area, built-in bookcase, wet-bar, spacious dining area & gorgeous sunset views of the Gulf of America from the upper level deck or main level screened porch. Plenty of room for the whole family with 5 spacious bedrooms, including 2 upper level gulf front primary suites, 1 main level king en-suite, 1 bedroom with double bunk beds (3 twin & 1 full) perfect for kids & 1 queen bedroom all with private en-suites. You get the best of both worlds with the calming waters of St. Joseph Bay across the street & the pristine Gulf waters just steps away! Explore the Forgotten Coast, scalloping, fishing, kayaking, bicycling & relaxing in paradise! The Tranquil Turtle is an allergy friendly home so we do not allow pets. Exceptions are made for service animals, please contact me with any questions or concerns. For more information you can also go to www.tranquilturtlehouse.com. The Turtle is most definitely family friendly. All kinds of activities for adults and kids alike. The Tranquil Turtle is a NO SMOKING FACILITY. NO SMOKING ANYWHERE IN THE HOUSE OR ON THE DECKS.

The Tranquil Turtle typically rents from Saturday to Saturday during peak seasons. Exceptions can be made and if you would like to discuss please let us know and we will do our best to make it possible.

Property manager

Sophi Foster

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,540 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

The closest beach to Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball is Port St. Joe Beach (11.3 km).

Does Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball have a pool?

Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball has a heated pool and a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball.

Is Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

No, Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot TubOutdoor Pool Table:Shuffleboard:Foosball?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

We loved the house. I have never been in rental property that was so well stocked in the kitchen. The location to the beach was great. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This was our first stay at the Tranquil Turtle as our usual home was booked. We loved the home. It was beautiful and extremely clean. This end of the Cape doesn’t have as much beach/surf but this actually worked well for us as the kids and my 88-year-old father had a shorter walk to get to the beach. Pool was wonderful. Home incredibly stocked. Sophi was a delight to work with. At the end of the trip, my dad asked if we would be getting this house again next time. My favorite feature of the house was the swinging bed outside of the master bedroom overlooking the Gulf. I spent a lot of time swinging, reading, and napping!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry h.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a Blas

Property was perfect for our family. So close to everything. We all agreed it had so much for our convenience that we over packed. Wonderful place hope to be back next year. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

caron t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This was the perfect spot for our family. The bathroom in each room gave everyone their own space. The house is furnished with everything thing you need. There is no long haul to the beach. It is only steps away. The outdoor bathroom is so smart to have. The pool was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break 25

Very nice property. Best VRBO stay to date. Number of pots/pans/dishes etc. was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect. Expectations were exceeded ; both house & property are clean, peaceful...top tier.

Fantastic. The communication & details before arrival as well as inquiries made during the stay were promptly responded to. The property was exactly as expected with many amenities - overall an A
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Beach Rental!!!

This was our second stay at Tranquil Turtle, and it reinforced that it’s the only place we want to stay for a FL beach vacation! Quiet, secluded beach (on yet another spring break week!), tons of shell hunting, dolphin sightings, and freedom to do beach bonfires—we couldn’t ask for more!Sophi’s house is the most well appointed rental—every thoughtful detail, plenty of hooks for hanging swimsuits and towels, luggage racks for suitcases, beach chairs, toys, and pool toys. Shuffleboard, fuseball table, and pool table were all very loved by the teens in our group. Kitchen has everything you could possibly want, including two fridges, and a separate ice maker, and plenty of seating for our group of 9. (Also, we would love to know where you got the living room chaise—it was sooooo comfy!!) Beds were super cozy (we alllllll slept in each day), and linens are top notch. You can’t beat having 4 master suites, and 2 of them with ocean views and a porch swing to enjoy it. We will 100% be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous place

This was such an awesome house! The beach was beautiful and the house was perfect! Didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week!

Very enjoyable stay with my family this week. We even reserved it for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calm Seas

House setup was perfect for our multi-generational trip with the ground floor bedroom/bath. Very well stocked with all cooking pots/pans we needed. Light repair in process on the hot tub meant we choice not to utilize that, but the pool was great for the littles. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Cape

Wonderful amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Tranquil Turtle

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Tranquil Turtle. The home was very comfortable and we appreciated that linens and beach towels were provided. We enjoyed good fishing on the beach in front of the house, the pool and hot tub and even enjoyed a campfire on the beach at night. Just beautiful! The owner was so kind and always quick to respond if we had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family trip

The tranquil turtle home is beautiful! It was perfect for our family of 11. Because we had red flags / double red flags for part of our stay having the in ground pool and hot tub was a plus. The house was clean and very well stocked. Questions about the surrounding area(grocery shopping) and type of coffee filters needed were promptly answered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mom

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Florida Vaca

Exceeded our expectations!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved The Tranquil Turtle!

The Tranquil Turtle met all our expectations! Beautiful spacious house on the beach with gorgeous sunset views. Our family of 11 enjoyed the private heated pool, hot tub, outdoor pool table, shuffleboard, & foosball. The host provided beach toys, pool inflatables, beach chairs, umbrellas, and tons of beach towels that we didn't have to pack. The host responded to my questions quickly. We sincerely enjoyed staying at the Tranquil Turtle! and definitely recommend it for family vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B., Irving, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

This property is everything it presents in pictures. The location to the beach is perfect and the outdoor activities at the house (pool, hot tub, games) were a hit with our family. The living room, kitchen and both decks offered gathering spaces that worked well for our group. The kitchen was well stocked and the separate ice maker was a hit! Love this property and would go here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann K., Hinsdale,Il

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vacation

We were a family of 9 and there was something to make our vacation special for everyone. The beautiful sunsets off our balcony, the view of the Gulf at our door.The pool and hot tub were fabulous. The incredibly well stocked kitchen. The beautiful decor. This was a vacation we will fondly remember. The host was wonderful and responded to my questions quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved Cape San Blas

Loved the location and layout of the house and proximity to the beach was fabulous!! Little upsetting we did not feel comfortable using hot tub due to electrical issue. Overall house was great !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B., Silex, MO. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location Steps from the Beach

We just spent a week at this wonderful house with our family and truly enjoyed it. It was our first time at Cape San Blas and everyone loved it. It was like having your own private beach. The kids enjoyed both the ocean and the wonderful pool. The kitchen was equipped with everything you would need: 2 coffee makers that could operate either as a single cup or a full pot, air fryer, huge boil pot, plenty of pots and pans and utensils. We did one big shopping trip at the Piggly Wiggly in Port St. Joe but everything else we picked up at The Trading Post which was just minutes away. The kids also made several trips to get treats at the Cape Coffee and Ice Cream shop. We bought some fish and shrimp at St. Joe Shrimp Company which was in that same area on the Cape and had a shrimp boil/fish fry - delicious! We did eat dinner one night out at Cone Heads and everyone enjoyed it. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the amazing sunsets every night right out the back door. They were absolutely amazing. All in all it was a fantastic trip that everyone enjoyed. Also, want to mention that Sophie and Mollie were great when we had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Vacation

The Tranquil Turtle was perfect for our family of 8 adults and 6 grandchildren. The house was well- stocked and we loved having the pool and closeness of the beach. The sunsets were amazing, no crowds, plenty of seashells and we counted 8 sea turtle nests!! Mollie was always quick to answer our questions! Thank you for a perfect vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

First time at CSB

This was our first visit to Cape San Blas and it did not disappoint! This house is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need on a beach vacation. The pool was cleaned every other day, pool and beach toys were plentiful and the kitchen, wow! It had multiple crockpots and blenders plus an air fryer! We enjoyed playing the board games and UNO in the evenings. Our only complaint was the step down to the beach, which we could only blame Mother Nature for the erosion. I brought it to Sophi’s attention and she was very attentive and appreciative. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our favorite vacation home do far!!

We have have been renting houses for our family of 15 for 15 years and this is our most favorite yet! Sophi’s house is fabulous, clean and taken care of, and has all the amenities you could ask for! The private boardwalk and closeness to the beach itself was perfect for us! The beach had some erosion from storms the week before, but it was plenty for us, and we didn’t have to fight for beach space like other areas. The house is closer to the mainland which is great yet beautiful sand and water! This week was perfect weather, no seaweed, no stingrays, no jelly fish! Close to the pontoon rental at the park so we did two boats to the top of the peninsula and it was perfect!! Sophi was quick to respond to my many requests and accommodating!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

The home was perfect for our family beach trip! The spacious accommodations could not have been better for 10 adults and 3 children! We loved the location and enjoyed everything the home and area had to offer. The Tranquil Turtle checked all of our boxes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a reset

I wish we had more time to stay! We booked this only a few weeks in advance and it was perfect for our needs. We had 10 kids, but half of them were 18 - and they were ALL entertained! Heated pool and hot tub were a must for a mid FEB visit. Typical FL visit with one morning that was rainy, but cleared by afternoon. Kids stayed busy with puzzles and movies. The house layout is perfect for everyone to stretch out and hop from one activity to the next. The 2 separate kitchen areas weee great so that we weren’t stepping on top of each other. Plenty of beach towels, chairs, linens and pillows. We brought all the household things, but didn’t need to use anything except laundry detergent. Kitchen had everything- plenty of pots and pans and dishes. We were glad that we brought our groceries with us- didn’t need to run to the store for anything, but if we did it was only a 20 min drive to the Piggly Wiggly. Sophi was quick with communication, easy peasy check in and out. Beach is steps away with tons of shells. Cannot say enough good things! Thank you so much for such a great experience! 5 stars, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifton B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house! loved the area and the bike paths sound of the ocean footsteps away!

Very impressive loved the house and the sound of the ocean! Definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023