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The Best of Both, Bay & Beach!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Popular LocationT.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationBeach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Joseph Peninsula State Park10 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)101 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.

The Best of Both, Bay & Beach!

Star Gazing, Beach Bon Fire, Horseback Riding, Beach Combing, and Rest and Relaxation. If this sounds like your vacation desire, Resting Beach Face is for you. Conveniently located on the north end of the Cape, our home includes dedicated private access to the white sand beaches of Cape San Blas and private access to St Joseph Bay for those who enjoy snorkeling for shells and scallops (in season), as well some of the best bay fishing to be found. Bring your kayak and paddle boards! Two public beach access points are just minutes away, both north and south.
The top floor screened deck is the perfect area to toast amazing sunsets and starting the day with a perfect sunrise. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is 1.5 miles away, offering a scenic glimpse into the Cape before being settled. Take the Hammock Trail for an education into the Cape flora. The trail is just inside the park entrance.
Port St. Joe and Apalachicola are a short drive from the Cape and offer amenities of small towns. Apalach even has a brewery! Each town has it's own eating establishments and the Cape has a few. Longbill's and Coneheads are less than a mile to the north, Peachy's is next to the Trading Post to the south. The Cape Trading Post and Scallop Cove offer last minute grocery and adult beverages. The "Post" has an attached liquor store. Don't miss a trip to Weber's Little Donut Shop next to the "Post", where a dozen are just not enough, but go early; the line sometimes forms at 5:30AM for a 7:30 AM opening and yes, they are that good.
Bring your binoculars for bird watching and for night sky gazing off the north side top deck. On a clear night, the milky way is visible and the limited light pollution of the Cape brings stars right to your fingertips.

Property manager

Darryl & Jane Anderson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee grinder
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Golf on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love families and encourage children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Decks and yard will accommodate small gatherings.
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

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Cape Breezes, a neighbourhood in Port St. Joe. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Saint Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 4 min walk
  • Beach - 8 min walk
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 7 min drive
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 9 min drive
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Scallop Republic - 10 min drive
  • Cone Heads - 17 min walk
  • Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - 3 min drive
  • Skully's Low Country Boil - 2 min drive
  • Weber's Little Donut Shop - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best of Both, Bay & Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best of Both, Bay & Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best of Both, Bay & Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Best of Both, Bay & Beach! located?

Located in Cape Breezes, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Spring Break in a long time!
This property is a 10 out of 10. The sunset views from the upper patio are amazing! Darryl was extremely helpful and the house provides everything you need except for food. We will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
EXCELLENT STAY at Resting Beach Face!
Our VRBO experience was hands down the best! Daryl was available to answer questions at all hours and provided us with everything we needed. This home was fully stocked with every appliance you can think of and a dream place to call home for your next trip! Having both beach and bay side access was a highlight of our trip. Having access to both sides was convenient if tide was high on beach side and we wanted the kids to play in the water/sand on the bay side. The amazingly relaxing two porches was peaceful. The location was beyond perfect for our family to access both sides. Beds were better and more comfortable than my own back home. The outdoor shower was great to rinse off. We felt super safe and happy with Daryl’s place “Resting Beach Face” We will definitely stay here again! This home was super clean and organized!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This beach house was perfect for our family! The kitchen was very well stocked including a great selection of spices. We were very close to the drive-on beach access which was very helpful with our golf cart rental. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay at Resting Beach Face!
Resting Beach Face in Cape San Blas was an incredible vacation rental. The house was beautifully decorated and well equipped from kitchen to beach equipment. The outdoor decks were spacious and perfect for queit mornings, dinners and sunsets! It allowed everyone to have some space for relax hours, but best provided a great view for everyone blasting fireworks on the beach! The location was great! Both bay and beach access within 5 min walk was perfect for our kids. Owners were attentive and friendly. Highly recommend Resting Beach Face for a memorable getaway with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robby S., Pippa Passes, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
The home was amazing! Everything was clean, well-stocked, and comfortable. The only things we had to grab were groceries and basic sundries as we used up some of the supplied items throughout the week. Check-in was effortless and everything was ready and waiting for our arrival. Daryl was very friendly and responsive and even had his cousin drop off smores for the kids one evening. I have no complaints whatsoever. Wonderful home with wonderful owners that made for an amazing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

laurie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Get Away!
Visited this property with family. The house is amazing. The elevator made it easy for my brother- in- law, who just had a knee replacement, to navigate. Beautifully decorated with every amenity available. Cape San Blas is beautiful and tranquil. The Gulf on one side and the calm bay on the other. Just what I needed! Some super cute, small restaurants on the cape but we did a lot of cooking at the house. The homeowners were so easy to work with and answered all our questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelbi P., Berea, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Resting Beach Face was exactly what our family needed!
The ground level is neatly manicured with a mini fridge, outdoor shower, and fenced in backyard. The closet is stocked with beach chairs, boogie boards, shade options, beach carts, and beach games. The 2nd level bedrooms are spectacular with comfortable beds and extra pillows and blankets. Fans are available throughout the home. We loved the bedroom with bunk beds and trundle, but our kids loved sleeping on the swinging bed on the deck. The 3rd floor living room and dining area each had plenty of seating. The kitchen was stocked with top of the line products and organized beautifully. The large pantry was a great bonus. The upstairs bedroom with trundle was excellent for teenagers. Each bedroom has access to the deck on their respective level. The elevator was an excellent amenity! The only slight downfall is location. While it was perfect for most, my mother struggled with the distance from the beach. We did have to drive her to the shared beach access point (across the street one block, then down three houses). At this access, you have to go up a few stairs, down a few different sets of stairs, then walk down a large dune. If you have lots of things to bring to the beach or need easier access, I would suggest driving down a block to the public access. It's much less cumbersome to transport items from there. Overall, we would return to this home yearly (and more if we could!). After eight years of renting through VRBO, this is by far the nicest home we've ever stayed in!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This vacation was perfect, from booking the house, communication with the owner, the house was excellent with everything already there that you need for the beach. More than enough room for everyone to have their own privacy. All the amenities of the home were awesome. Definitely give this vacation and the property five stars! Hopefully to book this property again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

bruce a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat on Cape San Blas
We found this house to be very comfortable, clean and well furnished with multiple amenities. Built in three stories, the convenient elevator is perfect for transporting luggage and groceries to the upper levels. We loved the spacious and attractively appointed rooms. With inflation making dining out almost too expensive, we found cooking in the fully equipped kitchen and eating at home a perfect money saving alternative. It’s a short 1 1/2 block walk west to the beach or east to the bay. If you prefer privacy, the fenced back yard is a grassy alternative to the sandy beach. To top it all off, the third story balcony gives a bird’s eye view of the bike path and ocean. And what beautiful sunrises and sunsets! We’ll likely return to Cape San Blas and will seek this house as one of our first choices.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Comfortable Property
I’ve found my “go to” vacation spot. Cape San Blas is absolutely beautiful, and we loved Resting Beach Face. The information provided about the house and area was spot on. We found the house to be clean and comfortable, with space for privacy and getting together. All the bedrooms opened onto decks, and we really enjoyed relaxing on them. On the warmer days we opened the doors to hear the waves from the beach. The Primary bedroom is tastefully decorated and has a king bed that is very comfortable. We slept well, even on the first night. The in-suite bathroom is a bit small, but adequate and functional. The towels and linens are nice. The other bedroom on the second floor has a wonderful queen size bed as well as a bunk bed. A bathroom is attached to this room as well with a great shower. The 3rd floor also has a bedroom with an attached bath. My husband used this space to keep up with work and took advantage of the guest wi-fi capacity. The location of this house just couldn't have been better. We could walk a block behind the house and be at the bay. It was an awesome place to fish and an amazing place to just relax. We could walk across the main street and be at the beautiful white sand beach in a matter of minutes. We took advantage of the wagon, chairs, and other beach supplies that came along with the house. The bay and the beach at this location are private. We felt like we had our own private getaway. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023