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Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open!

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Don't Worry Beach Happy!
Small private pool (can be heated)
Private hot tub and fire pit
Beach access/boardwalk is steps away
Private back yard with hot tub and fire pit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest

1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open!

Don't Worry Beach Happy is an amazing 4 bedroom 3 bathroom home located just steps away from the beaches of North Cape San Blas, sitting 1st Tier but nearly beachfront, with breathtaking ocean views from two decks. A short boardwalk to the beach is directly in front of Don't Worry Beach Happy, just a few steps away. Inside you will find all of the comforts of home with a well stocked kitchen to cook your dinner feasts, a dining table that seats eight, a gas fireplace, and flat screen TV's in every bedroom.

Downstairs we have two bedrooms and a full bath. The Queen bedroom has beautiful ocean views, built in bookshelves, and a flat screen TV. The bunkbed room is a great retreat for the kids with a twin over full bunkbed with twin trundle that pulls out and a flat screen TV with a WII play system. As you travel upstairs you have a Queen guest room with flat screen TV and separate bathroom; and the King master suite with ensuite bathroom and deck overlooking the beautiful white sands and ocean views. Outside you will find two ocean view decks, a gas and charcoal grill, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. After a long day at the beach, you can retreat to your backyard oasis under the stars cooking hotdogs or smores on the fire pit and relaxing in your private hot tub. Or lounge and relax and let the kids splash around in the ocean-side private pool (pool heat available for additional charge).

We also have a fenced in front yard to let the dogs play. Two dogs are welcome with a non-refundable pet fee. The beaches of Cape San Blas are also very dog friendly!

Don't Worry Beach Happy is in walking distance to The Trading Post, Cape Ice Cream, Weber's Donuts, Peachy's, and Scallop Cove (all within 0.4 miles)! We are also situated by the bike path if you enjoy biking!

Monthly Rentals available in December, January, and February. Please inquire.

​Facebook page: Vacationblissrentals

**Please note- after booking your reservation you will be required to electronically sign my rental agreement**

Floor Plan: Ground level – covered, paved parking area, private pool, enclosed outdoor shower and sitting area with hot tub and fire pit. 1st level – kitchen, dining and living room with beautiful gulf views, access to a furnished deck, TV and sleeper sofa. Bedroom 1 – duo bunk bed with trundle and TV; Bedroom 2- Queen bed and TV; full bath with shower/tub combo and laundry closet. 2nd level – Bedroom 3 – queen bed and TV; full bath with shower only, and Bedroom 4 – Gulf View master bedroom with king bed, TV, full bath with double vanities and shower only, and access to a gulf view deck.

Ring doorbell security camera

Property manager

Ashley Hufstetler
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are required to sign my rental agreement. Guests must be 25 to book.
Security deposit is required. Host will collect security deposit with guests credit card. $150 cancellation fee.
No events allowed. No smoking.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 13 min drive - 10.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open! have a pool?

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

Is Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean view, private pool, hot tub, fire pit, North Cape! Summer dates open! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pig Island, William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and Cape San Blas Lighthouse. Port St. Joe Beach and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Wonderful Place! Well Stocked!

The property was wonderful and fit our needs perfectly! Our kids enjoyed their first hot tub experience and enjoyed playing Clue for the first time. The kitchen had everything we needed, the gas grill worked great and was clean, the decorations were up to date, and they even left a shirt and bottle of wine for a welcome! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

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

Girls getaway

We have traveled to the Cape for many years. This is such a great location with easy access to beach. We also enjoyed the porches especially at night listening to the waves! Would love to stay here in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

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

Peaceful

We all loved this house and the surrounding area. It was our first visit to Port St Joe and we absolutely loved it. Ashley was especially great with communication and taking care of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha H.

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

Awesome!

We've been going to Cape San Blas for years and this is y far my favorite house we have rented. The layout of the house was great, very clean, everything worked correctly. I hope we can go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

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

Fantastic trip!

Great location and property. House is only a few steps to the beach and perfect for bringing your fur babies!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Family vacation

Great house, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Perfect Spring Break Getaway

We loved this house and discovering Cape San Blas/Port St. Joe for the first time - 3 adults and 3 teens. The house and location are even better in person. The yard areas give it a cozy vibe, whether in the pool, hot tub, on decks. Beautiful palms and flowers. The house is very clean, nicely decorated and completely stocked, so close to the beach, beautiful views. Great rooms/bathrooms. Thoughtful touches by owners. We rode bikes often to each of two nearby grocery stores (2 minutes), got donuts at Webers, shopped & ate in PSJ, climbed the lighthouse (pretty park), got tasty seafood at St. Joe Shrimp Co nearby, visited the state park. I really hope to return! It was tough to leave! Ashley is really great and easy to communicate with. Thankful they share this gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GB C.

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

Family Vacation

The host was very responsive and easy to communicate with. We loved the location and our family enjoyed the hot tub, pool, and fire pit. It’s also very close to the Trading Post and St. Joe Shrimp. An added bonus is that the kitchen was very well stocked. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

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

Great spot on Cape San Blas

Wonderful home and owner, very quick to respond and communicate. Home had everything we needed, will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer z.

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

peaceful and comfortable

We have always loved this area, and this house is perfectly situated. Close to the market and donut stand, beautiful view of the beach, and is very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Family Vacation

This property had everything we needed and beautiful views. The pool and hot tub were a plus! The beach was gorgeous as always! Thank you for providing my family with the perfect home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne B., Minneapolis, Minnesota

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

Family trip

This home worked great for our adult children and my husband and I. It’s close to the beach, donuts, the grocery store and bike rentals. The pool and hot tub were really fun. We love our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karah S.

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

Great Time

We stayed for three nights with our kids, parents and grandparents and it was wonderful. The hot tub and pool were very much enjoyed and the incredibly short haul to the beach made it easy to go back and forth even with the little ones. Ashely was very easy to get in touch with and help when needed. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Property Great Host

Our family vacations on the Cape every year, so we’ve stayed in quite a few properties. Don’t Worry Beach Happy checked all the boxes for us, so we will be back in 2024. Ashley is very responsive and accommodating. So easy to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Perfect House

This was the perfect house for our Family getaway! The Fenced in area for the dog was a bonus! It had everything we needed and just steps from the beach. Ashley was so easy to work with. Can't wait to rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M., Where do you live?

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

Gorgeous vacation home

Wow! Your home is gorgeous and perfectly equipped for everything! We had a blast and owner was very responsive! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy N.

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

Extended family vacay

We stayed at Don’t Worry Beach Happy with 3 generations, and everyone had a great time. The beach access was very convenient for little ones and grandparents alike. The dog yard and gate on the steps were perfect for our pup! She had a blast too. Beautiful views despite not being “front row”.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

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

You will not be disappointed

We were so happy with our decision to stay at Don't Worry Beach Happy! The location was amazing! We loved our view of the ocean and the neighbors were great! The house was clean and contained everything we needed. We loved having campfires at night and the fact that we could grill out for meals! We highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arianna B.

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

The perfect beach house

We had a wonderful time at this beach house. It is so close to the beach, closer than some beachfront properties I have stayed in before. The house is fully stocked and clean. The acoustics of this house are top notch, which sounds really silly, but the sound of a big family doesn't carry to each area of the house. We will be staying here again !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Awesome

This property and its manager, Ashley, are simply wonderful. You are steps from the beach! Perfect for small kids who might still need a mid day nap. We are already looking for dates to rent next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cale T.

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

We Loved it…

Beautiful place, Ashley is a wonderful host, house is very nice, we would go back and stay here again. The locals are friendly, cape and st joe both have amazing food places as we don’t like to cook on vaca that’s a must for us. Ohhh and Shooby’s ice cream and water ice was a huge hit for our kids. We love the natural beach full of shells and crabs, the marsh is also beautiful. If you are considering staying at the Cape, look no further than this house.. our stay date 4-11-23-4-18-23 Thanks Ashley
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Great Views, Close to Beach, Comfortable Stay

Our group of six adults stayed in this beach house for a week and it met all of our needs. It's a closer walk to the beach then the pictures show, great views from the main deck and the master bedroom to enjoy in the morning and evening, pool was great to hang out by when it got too hot on the beach and having a fenced in area for our two dogs made it great for them as well. There is plenty of room to spread out in the beach house, a very well stocked kitchen with several small appliances like a toaster and crockpot, and a big kitchen table to eat at. We made all of our meals during the week and the kitchen was well suited for us. There were six beach chairs in good condition available for us to use, beach towels and an amazing outdoor shower! I've been to Cape San Blas five times and this was the best place I've stayed at. It's also walking distance to the trading post, beachwear and other amenities in the area. The host is also very easy to get a hold of, checked in during our stay and was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Excellent vacation stay with family

One of the most well stocked kitchens we have rented. Perfect for our families with 4 under four. Layout is nice, proximity to beach cannot be beat, and the pool and firepit were hits with everyone. The extra beach chairs were fantastic with plenty of extra beach play toys for the kids. The one full tub made kids bath time a little challenging, but manageable. Would have liked a couple extra bath/wash towels to be able to use with the kids. Overall property was very clean, but floors could use a good scrubbing and a little dust on the ceiling fans. Overall the families were very pleased with out stay. Ashley was a fantastic host and very responsive to our inquiries and made sure we were fully satisfied. We plan to repeat as soon as we are able.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juli T.

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

Perfect for a group, dogs too

The home was just as pictured and described. It was well maintained, clean and well stocked with items for beach fun and inside comfort. It nicely accommodated our extended family and dogs. We didn’t use the pool due to the time of year but it looked inviting. The hot tub and fire pit were super on cool evenings. We would absolutely return to Cape San Blas and rent this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S., Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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

Great stay!

Property is literally just a few steps from the beach and you can see the ocean from the top deck. The outdoor shower was wonderful with kids!!! We rented bikes from The Sand Flea (they were wonderful!) and biked to the state park. The trading post along the way has yummy ice cream and milkshake options! It was a wonderful, relaxing long weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ashley Hufstetler

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From Alpharetta, GA

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the quiet uncrowded beaches of Cape San Blas and are excited to share our home away from home with you!

What makes this property unique

Large outdoor area to relax with pool, hot tub, and fire pit

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests