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A heated pool
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Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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 View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent

Read more about our townhome and book direct on our website for last minute discounts - steppedonapoptart. Watch the video tour updated in 2024 for full details. Awesome Gulf View as shown in pictures! 120 direct steps from our screened in porch to the beach on the boardwalk. Safe for kids with no streets to cross to beach. The only unit in Barrier Dunes with a water filter system installed for fresh drinking water and ice from the new refrigerator so no need to bring bottled water -
Salt-Free Water Softener
Softens Hard Water
Removes Lime Scale
Removes Iron and Rust
No Salt Bags to Haul/Buy
Soft Fresh Laundry
Hair & Skin Soft
No Salt To Ingest
New hardwood floors.
New master bed.
New couch and furniture
New air conditioner unit (A/C).
New New screened in porch keeps bugs out and you can leave your dog in the secure deck. Spacious, two bedroom, two bath town home with garden tub in private master bath and a sitting loft downstairs for kids and pets to us.We have a 65 inch, 65 inch and 58 inch flat screen smart HDTVs with free Netflix and YouTube TV to stream movies. 3 DVD players,75 DVDs,1 VCR. I have 2 gas grills with 2 propane tanks and an outside burner for frying fish. Outdoor shower and hose to steps to wash off sand daily.2 Brand new high adirondock chairs on master deck allows you to view beach sunsets and star gazing at night. Take a virtual tour using our video link tab by the photos.
We also have one of the few rentals to offer 2 x water filtration system
Just a one minute walk to the ocean side pool (See Map). Barrier Dunes has a playground, fishing lakes, and tennis courts. Nearby golf course. Other activities include biking, hiking, snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking.

Barrier Dunes is located next to St. Joseph State Park which contains over 2000 acres of pristine beaches, tropical landscapes, and nature trails. Nine miles of award-winning Gulf shoreline featuring turquoise waters, sugary white sand, and awesome dunes that rise more than 20 feet on average. (Ranked the third best beach in the country by Dr. Beach)

Experience the 'Forgotten Coast' and all it has to offer in a comfortable and serene setting. A memorable vacation experience for adults and children alike. All the comforts of home in an amazing natural setting.

Keywords: Stepped On a Pop-Tart is a lovely, fully equipped, Gulf view town-home in Barrier Dunes. It is an end unit in a very quiet part of Barrier Dunes, and yet one of the closest units to the beach. It's just minutes to the beach and oceanfront pool.
The beach is pristine, fine white sand. You can walk for miles. The water is shallow near the shore, making it an excellent place for small children to play in the surf.
Barrier Dunes itself is ideally situated on the Cape, right next to the entrance to St. Joe's Peninsula State Park with its many hiking, biking, wildlife viewing and beach exploring opportunities. An excellent location also to take a canoe or kayak and explore the wildlife rich back bay. There is also a boat launch, so whether you bring your own boat, and yes, there is parking available for a boat at Stepped on a Pop-Tart, or whether you rent a boat, you can do so easily and conveniently.
take a virtual tour of our townhome using the video tab next to the photos

Property manager

Kevin LaBrec

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 12
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 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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pepto-Bistro Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Pig Island and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Gulf View in Barrier Dunes! 2BD/2BA, Screened Porch, Beach Cart and Chairs,Tent Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 160 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charmon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stay at Barrier Dunes two times a year and have
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cees V., Papendrecht - netherlanda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great beach stay

For a few days fantastic place to stay - every night on the beach you can make your campfire - beach is ice and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Comfortable stay in a beautiful place

Very comfortable stay in a beautiful place. Especially enjoyed the screened in porch and the view from the upper porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Great Place!

Hate to admit it because it may bring more people and make it harder to rent, but we loved the place! Great area - much quieter than crazy PCB or other touristy areas and a very dog-friendly community! Beach is very close - awesome views, not busy even during the day and awesome for morning and evening walks. Thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H., Spotsylvania, VA

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

Cape San Blas

Great townhouse. Everything nicely lad out. Good view of the beach and gulf. This will be our first choice for or next visit to Cape San Blas!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

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

Wonderful Condo!

We had a wonderful time here! The condo was perfect for us and we loved the location! The beach was just steps from our door and it was stunning! We loved every minute of our week long stay here and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer N.

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

Summer vacation

Perfect location to a beautiful beach. Pool was nice and close as well. Black flies came in on Thursday so that was a bummer….their bite hurts!!! King size bed was very comfy. Some suggestions for condo… a throw blanket would be nice, some new Tupperware with tops that fits, knife sharpener because knives are very dull. Otherwise, pretty much had everything we needed. Oh! We could not figure out how to work the cd player. But we found a movie on Prime. Extra points for the bidet!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

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

Amazing stay!

First time to Cape San Blas but it won’t be our last! Rental was perfect! Comfy bed, quiet area, well stocked kitchen. Check in was incredible easy. Lots of great info from host. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

beach vacation

Very nice property and location, had everything we needed for a nice week at the beach. Very responsive owner. Great time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bettina W.

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

Great townhouse at a superb beach

Loved our stay at Stepped On a Poptart! The townhouse was clean, the beds are very comfortable and you could see the beach from the balcony! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

KIM K.

Stepped on a Poptart

Enjoyed this unit very much! Kevin was great to work with. Had a wonderful time here and had everything that we needed. Will be staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

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

Beautiful view

Beds were comfortable. Owner was easy to correspond with. Easy to get to the beach and the pool from the condo. Kitchen was well stocked. Everything was labeled for ease of use.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Virginia Cecil W.

Loved the Blueberry PopTarts.

We Enjoyed our stay at “STEPPED ON A POPTART’. A very well supplied and maintained condo just steps from the beach. The owner is very responsive and easy to work with. The condo is perfectly situated for viewing the Gulf and getting to the beach. The screened lanai is a real bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

bob r.

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

Cleanliness

We love Cape San Blas. It was our second year vacationing but 1st time staying here. It was not clean, dog hair all over, floors were sticky and the living room area smelled of strong urine. I vacuumed and swept when we left and it was cleaner than when we arrived. We were out the door at checkout time but in the driveway, my son and grandson waited in our vehicle while we walked to say goodbye to family around the corner and we were charged a late fee!!! Absolutely ridiculous. Might have to use another source other than VRBO. Also difficult to reach owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya G.

Great Getaway!

This condo is perfectly located on Cape San Blas. It is less than a 2 minute walk to the beach. The master bedroom is absolutely beautiful and is on the second floor where you can see the beach and ocean from inside or on the belcony! The screened in first floor deck is a plus, as not may units at Barrier Dunes have this added feature. We were able to sit outside on the deck at night and not have to worry about any bugs and it was a great place to put our dog if we weren't in the condo. The kitchen is very well equipped for anything you might need to make, including Thanksgiving dinner! We vacationed with 2 adults, 3 college age adults and our dog. The condo is updated, clean, spacious and fit our needs perfectly. We will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2015

6/10 Okay

Ken C.

Nice location. Clean unit. Lacking on ammenities.

We've stayed in Barrier Dunes for close to 20 years now. Great location on the Cape. This unit has a nice location within the complex. The unit was clean upon arrival. The unit is lacking in some basics. Full size forks were scarce. Towels/wash cloths provided were small in quantity and size. There were some repairs being made while we were there (driveway and a couple of plumbing issues). However the unit could use a thorough review of little things that would be easy to resolve. There were a lot of nail holes in the wall and labels for what was once there (fishing rod rack, etc.). The unit has the basics, but is lacking compared to the other units we have stayed in at Barrier Dunes.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Couldn't have been better...

My wife and I made a bit of a last-minute decision to visit Cape San Blas which meant we scrambled a bit to find a place to stay. This condo was near the end of the peninsula close to the entrance of the state park. We couldn't have made a better decision. The owner provided us with a comprehensive welcome packet with accurate directions to the condo, a useful guide to the surrounding locale, and helpful instructions on how to check-in, make use of the condo, and check-out. The condo itself was first-rate. Very comfortable with multiple wide-screen TV's which were nice on the couple days of rain we encountered. The bed in the master bedroom was outstanding (we never slept so well). The people in the other condos nearby were friendly and the neighborhood was quiet. Miles of white sand beach, great sunrises/sunsets, and miles of biking if that's your thing (it was for us). Port St. Joe and Apalachicola have restaurants and shops for food and exploring, and Panama City is about 30 minutes away if you want a bit of a road trip. Overall we had a great time and hope to return. Highly recommend both the accommodations and the locations. First-rate!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Les P.

Bad water gray in color, water pressure so low we could not get the washer to fill,

The beach is lovely, weather was great. Had a problem with dishwaher and shower having very very low pressure, water was a gray color called owner on monday no one came till Friday our last day. This washer would not fill and the shower was a dribble we did buy water and used our neighbors showers and washer, when we asked the owner for some type of compensation, he said the plumber told him it was safe to drink the water even though it was a silty gray color like the water in the stool! , just needed a filter change , he said the pressure is always low on the cape, funny since a friend rented a place a few units down and their pressure was fine . Needless to say it was an inconvenience and very disgusting!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John A.

Comfortable place to stay

Enjoyed our visit to Stepped on a Poptart. Very comfortable and great access to a beautiful beach. Only downside in the fall is, depending on which way the wind is blowing, there could be black flies that have a pretty good bite. The locals have several concoctions that will help out but we found that Avon Skin-So-Soft worked the best. I want to emphasize that this in no way took away from our enjoyable vacation and has nothing to do with the condo or the owner. Just be aware and prepared for it. Had a concern with communications as the main phone was not working and cell coverage in the area is spotty at best (AT&T and Verizon). The owner was extremely responsive to any questions and had local service company out next day and together we resolved the issue. We also found a few bugs around but the owner has the place treated regularly and what place doesn't at the beach. If you are looking for food, we highly recommend the Indian Pass Raw Bar as a unique place to get your seafood. Food is top notch and the outside entertainment is great. The Owl Café in Apalachicola is also a nice treat. We will be coming back and have already recommended this place to friends. This is by far the most responsive and prepared owner I have encountered. No question goes unanswered and responses are very timely.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

LIsa E.

Sadly Disappointing... May not be the owners fault but WAS their responsibility to make it right!

With no fault to the house. This is a great family complex and the unit had nice views and was the perfect size for our vacation.. Now with that being said.. This experience was not a good one. We arrived at the home at approx. 6:45 in the evening after driving all day with 3 children and a dog, so non to say the least we were exhausted and just wanted to settle in. We arrived and the home was not clean, it appeared as though the main level had not been cleaned, dirty floors (lots of long dark hairs), oven had not been cleaned in a very long time, dirty/food in microwave and there was no starter toilet paper (also children had been looking forward to the Pop Tarts which were not there). SO before I could even unpack I contacted Debbie and sent pictures then ran to the nearest store to get TP&PT. Debbie did respond quickly and asked if I wanted the cleaner to come the next day, yes, even though I had to do cleaning that night so we could walk on the floors. By 3 the next day the cleaner had come & finished telling me a new girl cleaned and they didn't walk over what she had done & the oven was self-cleaning, LOL really! All was well. Sunday afternoon. Tuesday morning awoke to no electric in either bathrooms, living room ceiling fan, main phone outlet & back porch light (that is an oddly wired circuit to be snaked throw the house). I text Debbie at 6:42 am. she responded with in 30 minutes (thumbs up) I spent the next 3 hours explaining the issue, I heard it all from what's the weather doing, did you blow it with hair dryers (didn't even bring one of those as I am on vacation),reset GFCI etc.. I checked everything imaginable before even texting, but there is a nice note above the breaker box referring to this specific breaker (how it trips and how to reset it) but was told this has never been a problem before. will try to get to my point.. She finally called a Service man, couldn't come out until Thurs (k it is what it is) small child, dark bathroom, scared of dark, ugg.. she said she would try to get me into owners closet for flashlights but never heard back from her on that. The service man could not make the repair do to a leak in the roof (AW that is why she asked if we had had lots of rain, ding, ding!) So we were without electric/no phone for the rest of vacation. No attempt was made to make it right just told it was out of her control. But it was our vacation so very sadden, I know what I would have done here, but she had her $$$.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The rooms we big, the furniture was comfortable. Short walk to the beach. Cute decorations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH F.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

We would stay here again

The townhouse was as advertised. Clean, spacious and a short walk to the beach, with a nice balcony upstairs where we drank our coffee in the morning. The screened in porch was nice too. Host recommendations on restaurants were spot on. We enjoyed our week in Cape San Blas very much. The water was clear, the beach was fine and uncrowded. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Fantastic

Had a great stay!! No hassle email that was sent had all the info you could need about the place and the whole area! Even got a box of pop tarts!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023