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A sandy beach with wooden steps leading down to the shore, a wooden fence, and a clear view of the ocean.
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
A view from a window overlooking a beach with a wooden deck and a sign reading "THIS MY HAPYPALACE".

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 152540 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Pig Island and Palmer Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Avalon Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Indian Pass Beach - 17 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Mexico Beach - 37 min drive - 29.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee & Ice Cream - ‬2 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.

Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables

Welcome to The Tranquil Turtle! This gorgeous 5 Bedroom/5 Bath Gulf front beach home with a private heated pool on North Cape San Blas has everything you need for a wonderful & relaxing beach vacation. Extras that are included: Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Outdoor Pool Table, Shuffleboard, & Foosball. Escape the hustle & bustle of daily life, dig your toes in the sugar-white sands or take a dip in the private Gulf front, heated pool or relax on the top level balcony bed swing! This home features an open-concept kitchen & living area, built-in bookcase, wet-bar, spacious dining area & gorgeous sunset views of the Gulf of America from one of the spacious balconies on the main or top level! Plenty of room for the whole family with 5 spacious bedrooms, including 2 upper level gulf front primary suites, 1 main level king en-suite, 1 bedroom with double bunk beds (3 twin & 1 full) perfect for kids & 1 queen bedroom all with private en-suites. You get the best of both worlds with the calming waters of St. Joseph Bay across the street & the pristine Gulf waters just steps away! Explore the Forgotten Coast, scalloping, fishing, kayaking, bicycling & relaxing in paradise! The Tranquil Turtle is an allergy friendly home so we do not allow pets. Exceptions are made for service animals, please contact me with any questions or concerns. For more information you can also go to www.tranquilturtlehouse.com. The Turtle is most definitely family friendly. All kinds of activities for adults and kids alike. The Tranquil Turtle is a NO SMOKING FACILITY. NO SMOKING ANYWHERE IN THE HOUSE OR ON THE DECKS.

The Tranquil Turtle typically rents from Saturday to Saturday during peak seasons. Exceptions can be made and if you would like to discuss please let us know and we will do our best to make it possible.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,540 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Port St. Joe, close to Cape San Blas Lighthouse, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, and Pig Island. You'll also find Port St. Joe Beach and St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables?

This beachfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables?

Yes, every house at Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Gulf Front Family Beach House:Heated Pool:Hot Tub:Outdoor Game Tables Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

WENDY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been beaching it for years from Destin, to Seaside, to Santa Rosa, and now to Cape San Blas. Our week at the Tranquil Turtle was heavenly! The weather, the awesome house that has everything you can imagine needing, the beach literally steps from the outdoor pool and hot tub , and the fun little ice cream shops made for our most favorite location yet ! We all decided we need to book again ! Perfect !!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is very well appointed. The ocean front location was beautiful and the pool was heated comfortably. The kitchen had every single thing you could possibly need to prepare meals or snacks. We loved the ocean front decks and spent a lot of time just enjoying the beautiful view. Thank you, Sophi, for being a fantastic host!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, beautiful home. Everyone in my family was together but big enough to have our own space. Wonderful beachfront! I absolutely adored the balcony swing. And the family enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and pool table. The host was helpful with questions and very quick to respond. Would definitely love to come back!
Sunset - beautiful view from the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have rented beach houses for 45 years and this was the best ever!! The house itself was a dream! The kitchen was truly a chefs kitchen. It was room enough for the 10 of us. Grandparents, parents, teenagers and a 9 year old! There were games for the kids, books for us if we had a rainy day. We really didn’t need to go anywhere except the grocery store. We will be back! It was clean and the pool and hot tub we cleaned twice a week. Best ever!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and property !!!Stocked with everything you need.Clean and communication with owner was great.Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Great home! We just love the Cape and of all our stays on the peninsula, by far our favorite home!

The location is THE BEST!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Family Fun

We loved the house. I have never been in rental property that was so well stocked in the kitchen. The location to the beach was great. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Fabulous place

This was such an awesome house! The beach was beautiful and the house was perfect! Didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Spring Break 25

Very nice property. Best VRBO stay to date. Number of pots/pans/dishes etc. was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sherry T.

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

Wonderful week!

Very enjoyable stay with my family this week. We even reserved it for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

larry h.

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

What a Blas

Property was perfect for our family. So close to everything. We all agreed it had so much for our convenience that we over packed. Wonderful place hope to be back next year. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifton B.

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

Beautiful house! loved the area and the bike paths sound of the ocean footsteps away!

Very impressive loved the house and the sound of the ocean! Definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mom

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

Fabulous Florida Vaca

Exceeded our expectations!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Relaxing Vacation

This home has all the amenities which is a plus when traveling with children. Home is beautiful and directly on the white sandy beach. We highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Amazing Stay!

The home was perfect for our family beach trip! The spacious accommodations could not have been better for 10 adults and 3 children! We loved the location and enjoyed everything the home and area had to offer. The Tranquil Turtle checked all of our boxes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy b.

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

Perfect. Expectations were exceeded ; both house & property are clean, peaceful...top tier.

Fantastic. The communication & details before arrival as well as inquiries made during the stay were promptly responded to. The property was exactly as expected with many amenities - overall an A
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Stunning

I've stayed on the cape for many years and of all the places I've stayed this one was absolutely wonderful. Beautiful house, great location, great response from the owner. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Loved it!

Beautiful home on a beautiful beach. Owner was very responsive and helpful, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Calm Seas

House setup was perfect for our multi-generational trip with the ground floor bedroom/bath. Very well stocked with all cooking pots/pans we needed. Light repair in process on the hot tub meant we choice not to utilize that, but the pool was great for the littles. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christy n.

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

Perfect house!!!

The place was perfect!! Sophi was very responsive to a few questions we had. What kid definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cape

Wonderful amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya R.

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

Just beautiful

We had a 50th wedding anniversary vacation for the family and Tranquil Turtle did not disappoint! Very beautiful, and had all sorts of activities for the entire family! We will certainly return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Great stay at Tranquil Turtle

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Tranquil Turtle. The home was very comfortable and we appreciated that linens and beach towels were provided. We enjoyed good fishing on the beach in front of the house, the pool and hot tub and even enjoyed a campfire on the beach at night. Just beautiful! The owner was so kind and always quick to respond if we had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caron t.

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

Amazing

This was the perfect spot for our family. The bathroom in each room gave everyone their own space. The house is furnished with everything thing you need. There is no long haul to the beach. It is only steps away. The outdoor bathroom is so smart to have. The pool was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirley S.

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

Loved Cape San Blas

Loved the location and layout of the house and proximity to the beach was fabulous!! Little upsetting we did not feel comfortable using hot tub due to electrical issue. Overall house was great !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023