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Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access

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Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Money Bayou
    ‪1 min drive‬

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About the area

Port St. Joe

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Money Bayou and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Near this Port St. Joe holiday home, you'll find Port St. Joe Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Port St. Joe Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Money Bayou - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mexico Beach - 39 min drive - 42.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - ‬11 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.

Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access

Reservations include beach gear credit ($35 daily), personalized to fit your needs. Beach gear options include kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, chairs, umbrellas, coolers, corn hole, and much more. Applicable for stay durations between 3-21 nights.


Bella's Dream invites you to experience the epitome of coastal living in this new construction single-family home near Indian Pass. Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, this charming abode accommodates up to 6 guests with ease. Positioned on the 1st tier, the property offers unrivaled Gulf views that will take your breath away, while granting quick beach access —with a foot path through the dunes.

Step onto the spacious deck, a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation. Here, you can bask in the sun, relish your morning coffee, or immerse yourself in the splendor of the night sky, unspoiled by light pollution. Indoors, the open floor plan seamlessly melds the dining, living, and kitchen spaces, creating an ambiance of warmth and togetherness. Tall ceilings sheathed in natural wood coupled with numerous windows usher in natural light and showcase the picturesque surroundings.

The kitchen is a culinary artist's paradise, replete with all major appliances, a gas range, stone countertops, and a generously-sized island—a hub for culinary creations and casual meals alike. The primary bedroom is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a regal king-sized bed and an attached bath that houses a grand tiled walk-in shower equipped with double shower heads. The two guest bedrooms offer cozy retreats, providing a queen bed in one and two twins in the other, shared bath with walk-in shower. Moreover, a designated desk space ensures convenience for work or study.

Entertainment options abound, with high-speed internet at your fingertips and SMART televisions installed in all bedrooms for your viewing pleasure. For those with a penchant for exploration, ample parking is available for all vehicles, including boats and trailers. The nearby Indian Pass boat launch, a mere 5-minute drive away, beckons adventurers to set sail and discover new horizons.

Whether you're collecting seashells, embarking on a boating excursion, casting a line for surf fishing, or simply unwinding in the embrace of Bella's Dream, you'll find that every moment spent in this idyllic oasis is, well, nothing short of a dream come true.

*Credit card processing fee is nonrefundable
*Signed rental agreement required for access
*Guests are charged for stained linens
*Minimum age of primary renter is 25 years old
*Crib & Pack-n-play provided for use, guests must bring their own linens

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Exterior
The Port Inn - Port St Joe, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Downtown Port St. Joe
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 449 reviews
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
The Port Inn - Port St Joe, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 1,800 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

2963-263361

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access?

Yep, Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access is a short 2-minute walk from Port St. Joe Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Does Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and travel cots, it's no surprise that Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access?

No, Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Unwind by the Gulf | Scenic Views & Easy Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay! We found the house to be better than the photos. Awesome location, not too far from restaurants and grocery but pretty secluded feeling. Great beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Everything about this house was perfect. We will definitely be renting here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for easy access to PSJ and the Cape! Easy boat parking! Brand new, very clean, lots of extras in the kitchen! Loved the tall Adirondack chairs on the porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Energized Serinity

Location was perfect. Accomadations perfect with attention to detail inside. Beds were comfortable. Looked and felt brand new. Wished we had been able to stay a few more days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taft R.

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

Lives up to the name!!

Everything about our stay was perfect, the unit is was fantastic. It was very comfortable indoor and out. We weren't even sad when storms kept us indoors one of the days. They are very responsive and we couldn't have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ocea W.

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

Family Reunion in Port St. Joe

The location is ideal if traveling to Cape San Blas, Port St. Joe, and Apalachicola. It’s a very short walk to the beach. Ample parking onsite.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valaree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with everything we needed. The stairs to the house made unloading and loading with little ones hard. We rented a golf cart to drive on the beach which was great due to walking a little ways to the beach access. The house is in a great location. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clair M.

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

Great location on quiet beach

Just one house back from the beach, you can see and hear the water from your deck. Easy access to the beach and not nearly as crowded as other beach areas. Updated and nice accommodations. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

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

Family Vacation

It was a lovely place and a great vacation!! Loved being able to walk to the beach and see it from the house. Plenty of room for a family of 6. The host was quick to respond and help with any questions and issues. Would totally stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Perfect family house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and our 4 children enjoyed a week long stay at Bella’s Dream house, and it was indeed a DREAM! The house fit our family perfectly and the location was amazing! The house was immaculately clean! The management team were a breeze to work with! We were originally due to check out on Friday morning, but decided we wanted one more night. When I reached out to the team to see if this was an option, they took care of everything very promptly! We will definitely be back to stay at Bella’s Dream and look forward to working with the New Wave team in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home, quiet neighborhood.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stayed for a week with my family. The home was beautifully decorated, very comfortable and very clean. Large kitchen that was well stocked. The balcony was the favorite spot in the morning and in the evening, beautiful views of the beach. Lots of outdoor furniture. For future guests; If you plan on cooking you may want to bring some cleaning supplies and extra kitchen towels. The coffee pot is a regular one. The pictures show the outdoor cargo elevator but it is not for the renters use.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anjanette R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
This was a beautiful house. Easy to get to Port St Jo, St George Island and Apalachicola. The beach was not crowded (however 200 yards is very misleading) The public beach access is a bit of a walk with no beach access near the house. The deck was great for listening to the waves. The accommodations however were less than desirable. No extras that you would expect for the cost. This was no better than staying at a cheap motel. Cheapest toilet paper and only one roll per bathroom. One roll of paper towels and one extra trash bag in the kitchen and the showers weren’t clean. Our sheets didn’t fit the bed and were scratchy and see-through. For the master bath there was only one towel big enough for an adult and the rest of the towels were small and threadbare. No coffee just filters when we checked in and no laundry supplies at all. The feel was not homey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Misty W.

Nice & Clean

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed this rental! It was super spacious and clean. Beautiful home. The A/C was set on 76 or 78 when we got there. It took probably 5-6 hours for it to cool down. Once it was cool, it stayed that way even when keeping it on 72. It would have been nice to have been able to use the lift to get groceries and luggage up and down. The walk to the beach was a little farther than we expected. If we stay here again, we will rent a golf cart. The deck was AMAZING! We sat out there a lot especially at night. We would have liked to have a little more seating or more comfortable seating in the living room. Also, not being able to cast to the tvs or log in to your own Netflix or Other app to watch tv sucked. Luckily the weather was great and we weren’t there much but if there had been a rainy day, we would have been super upset. There were not many towels, wash cloths, or dish towels. We ended up going and buying some. The beds were superb! And the shower in the master was so amazing. All in all it was a great place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl M.

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

Beautiful home, loved staying there

3 adult couples. The good and not so good, but a strong 5 Star. New quality home. Wonderful back deck that has a good view of the beach. The master is perfect, king bed, double vanities, high shower, large closet. The kitchen is perfect also, new appliances and the wine cooler really adds to the stay. We put all our drinks in the wine cooler and this gave us plenty of room in the fridge. Very nice gas stove and really good cook ware. 2 BR are nice, but be aware, neither have a closet. The lift is not available to renters due to insurance purposes, didn’t like that. The house looks like a two story, but it is a lot of stairs due to the bottom floor being very high. There is only 1 entrance to the beach and it is probably about 80 yards from the house. You can rent or bring a golf cart or a UTV but if you bring your own, you need to get a beach permit ahead of time. There are a lot of trucks/jeeps and carts on the beach. We were there during the fourth, but it was still not too busy to enjoy. If I were being picky, I would say the kitchen trashcan should be larger and there needs to be a cordless vacuum to keep the floors clean. The only thing we had available was a small broom. Also, the week we were there the water was very sandy and gray, not clear and the sand is not white like some of the beaches. We don’t know if it’s this way all the time or not. The only thing I would do different is bring a cart for the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025