Title: Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 Holiday home in Port St. Joe with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69650900/69650812/586e7957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69650900/69650812/091ac9ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69650900/69650812/e39309cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69650900/69650812/28f776f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69660000/69650900/69650812/84f701bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bay Watch, a charming beachfront townhome in Barrier Dunes, offers the ultimate retreat with an oversized deck overlooking St. Joseph Bay. Enjoy brand new furnishings, bikes for exploring and an electric vehicle charger as you unwind on this tranquil getaway. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 Top Reasons to book “Bay Watch”: \*Pet friendly! \*Bikes included \*Large screened in deck w/ grill \*Wonderful amenities! Pools, tennis, playground \*Multiple beach access points Bay Watch is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome located in the gated beachfront community, Barrier Dunes. The 3-story home was recently remodeled and features brand new furnishings, an oversized deck with views of St. Joseph Bay, and everything you need for the beach, including bikes and a Tesla electric vehicle charger. Bay Watch has a great private location backing up to the State Park and is just steps away from the playground and a couple minute walk to the pools, tennis courts, and beach. The Bed Set up: Bedroom 1: Second level, bunk room (twin over double) Bedroom 2: Third level, Master Suite w/ Queen Bed Bedroom 3: Third level, Master Suite w/ King Bed Layout: 1st level- carport for 2 vehicles and entryway. 2nd level-open floor plan with brand new living room furniture, large smart tv, dining table for 6, fully stocked kitchen and high top seating for 2, oversized deck with grill and seating for 6, full bathroom, and double/twin bunk room. 3rd level-double master suite with private baths and balconies, one king and one queen, laundry room. Also, if you need some additional space but may want it to be a bit separate, consider renting the unit next door, Barrier Dunes 164 - 144 Bay Breeze. Area Attractions: Cape San Blas is a 19-mile long peninsula tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Bay. The Cape is anchored by the St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, a wonder of nature. Many visitors choose to vacation in Gulf County because of the abundance of outdoor activities at the State Park, right next to this community. \*\*Pet Friendly, max quantity, type, and additional fees do apply\*\* \*This neighborhood does not allow boats or trailers overnight or in the driveway. Please plan accordingly.\* \*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates\* CHECK IN IS AT 4PM Eastern for All Properties. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Motor boating 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 ### General - Electric car charging station - Gated community ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30630000/30625600/30625538/827a2eb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gated Community Near State Park, Pet Friendly ~ BD 133 - 133 Cape San Blas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 5.6 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=30625538&PinnedHotelID=30625538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45700000/45695200/45695164/45313606.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barrier Dunes Cottage Steps from beach/pool/tennis. 2/2 plus loft - SPECIALS!!! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Townhome 850 ## About the area Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Port St. Joe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-St-Joe.dx147606) [View more Holiday homes in Port St. Joe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-St-Joe-Private-Holiday-Homes.d147606-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.74971%2C-85.39659&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mqQqZpfSw7viqW8r2SuIVfR_hOU=) Cape San Blas, FL ### What's nearby - T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles - St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles - Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬19 min drive - ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Cape Trading Post - ‬5 min drive - ‪Peachy’s - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and Pig Island are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gated Community, Close to the Pool, Playground, Easy Beach Access ~ BD 166 Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kat M. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property, it had everything we needed to enjoy our time at the beach. ##### Kat M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie T. 15 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful rental Very clean property with a beautiful view of the sunrise. Beds are wonderful and the furniture is very comfortable. ##### Laurie T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha H. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home We have stayed in barrier dunes many times and this was one of our favorite places! Great location, beautiful views, comfortable beds, all the kitchen amenities we needed, beach toys and gear, and the screened back porch with the fan was a huge plus. It was perfect for us and our three young kids. Pristine properties was very easy to work with. Would definitely rent again. ##### Samantha H. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin B. 29 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this place! Our family absolutely loved this place! It was so clean and everything felt new. It had everything we needed and the amenities at the place were great. We swam in both pools and played pickleball on the courts. The 3 separate boardwalks made beach access super easy. The house is well organized with everything clearly marked, so it made it easy to find (and return to its proper place) all items. Would 100% stay here again. ##### Erin B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Candice C. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great but wish it was closer to the beach Great value for the location. The upstairs master patio overlooking the bay was not ready for use - furniture was unusable and screen was laying on the ground. Dryer vents into the home so it gets really hot when drying clothes. Grill is in pretty rough shape but worked. Screened in porch was great! ##### Candice C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian M. 23 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway Overall, the rental was very clean, good location in the community, etc. You're better off booking thru pristine properties directly. Didn't realize this when we booked and would have saved a few hundred bucks if we booked direct. Also, don't get their beach equipment rental...place was well equipped already with chairs, wagon, toys, etc...but listing did not mention this. Again, would have saved money had I known. Great price and plenty of room though overall to fit my family of five. ##### Brian M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie T. 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great condo We have stayed at this property 3 times. We love the screen porch that they have added. The beds are very comfortable and the area is very quiet. Note- the bikes do not work and should be thrown away. Also more coffee mugs are needed and there are no hair dryers in the unit. We definitely will continue to come back to this property—- ##### Laurie T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lois C. 3 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Short stay The unit that we stayed in was not the best one for us. The bunk beds were not a good fit. Also, many things needed fixing or sprucing up. The front door to the unit is in need of painting very badly. It gives an awful first impression. Three stairs going up to the top floor need to be looked at for safety. The place could have been cleaner, The handle on one of the showers looks like it's about to fall off. But... We did enjoy the property with the pools, playground, and beach access!! ##### Lois C. 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