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Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches

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A swimming pool with a curved design, surrounded by palm trees and a paved walkway.
A room with a large window, a blue cabinet, a table with a woven basket, and a gray sofa.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and orange chairs.
A single-story house with a garage, a covered porch with two red chairs, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, Windmark Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Located within a mile (2 km) of Windmark Beach, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Saint Joe Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Windmark Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Saint Joe Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Mexico Beach - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 23 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Indian Pass Beach - 33 min drive - 25.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Mercantile & Social - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 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.

Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches

Snowbirds are welcome!

Reservations include beach gear credit ($35 daily), personalized to fit your needs. Beach gear options include kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, chairs, umbrellas, coolers, corn hole, and much more. A link to customize the beach package will be provided after the reservation is confirmed. Applicable for stay durations between 3-21 nights.

Located just yards away from St. Joseph Bay with partial water views from the front porch, Sea'ing Stars faces West offering stunning cotton candy skies at dusk and dawn. There are two shared pools both offering water views. The nearest pool is less than 50 yards while the other, heated, is located in the city center. The City Center is 2.5 miles East offering bars, restaurants, gym, and shopping. Guest can explore miles of nature trails and multiple beach access opportunities. Great for exercise, bird watching, and photography.

The primary bedroom features a king bed with en suite bathroom, sitting chair, and flat screen TV. The primary bathroom features a double vanity, walk in shower, soaking tub, and large closet. Turning in for the night is easy at Sea'ing Stars with four bedrooms to choose from.

The first guest bedroom features a queen bed with plenty of natural light for reading.

The second guest bedroom features a twin over double bunk bed with a flat screen television and chest of drawers.

Located between the aforementioned guest bedrooms is a guest bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

The third guest bedroom offers a queen bed with flat screen television and chest of drawers. All bedrooms have a designated closet as well.

The kitchen and living room boast an open floor plan with natural light and alfresco dining options on the rear patio. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, utensils, and all major appliances. A starter supply of amenities are provided but depending on the length of stay, additional amenities may need to be purchased. The living room offers comfortable seating and a large flat screen television with cable and highspeed Wifi throughout.

Additional amenities include an electric infrared grill, propane fire pit, 4 beach chairs, beach wagon, umbrella, beach toys, ladder ball, bocce ball, cornhole games, ping-pong, air hockey tables, fenced in lawn, and private outdoor shower!

Sea'ing Stars offers comfortable accommodations with resort style amenities. Whether coming to explore the great outdoors or just coming to relax, Sea'ing Stars provides ultimate accommodations for all.

Please be mindful, a starter supply of amenities are provided. Depending on the guest's length of stay, additional amenities may have to be purchased.

• Primary renter must be at least 25 years old.
• Dog friendly property. Up to 2 dogs permitted (60 lb maximum per dog). $125 nonrefundable pet fee. Cats and restricted
dog breeds are not permitted.
• Signed rental agreement required prior to arrival.
• Credit card processing fees are nonrefundable. No exceptions.
• Guests may be charged for stained or damaged linens and towels.
• Pool heat is provided October through November and March through April.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden

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 10:00 AM

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 welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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 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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

2963-241183

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Port St. Joe, close to Windmark Beach, Saint Joe Beach, and Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center. Beacon Hill Park is also within a driving distance of 4.9 mi.

Is parking available on site at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a heated pool.

Are there hot tubs at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches?

Yes, every house at Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches comes with a patio.

Bay View Retreat | Heated Pool | Dog Friendly | Near Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and the location to the pool and beach walkway was excellent! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and very spacious. We loved the neighborhood and proximity to the pool and waterfront. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

Family oriented

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was perfect. We really love the location, near the boardwalj to the beach. This was our second stay and we noticed more pots and pans plus extra bowls. The hot water pot was great for tea. The extra little things made our stay feel like home away frim home. 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa R.

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

Amazing vacations

Wonderful place to stay. Very close to the pool and to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

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

Wonderful vacation

The property was great and our vacation was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The overall experience was fantastic! The house is very close to both the beach and the pool. We really had a blast during our stay. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carla A.

Sea’ing Stars

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful house - loved the spaciousness - amenities were excellent - well equipped kitchen - will definitely go back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergio D.

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

Our Evacuation stay

Everything was very clean and very organized we definitely recommend this home for everyone who wants to stay in a nice location that’s very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly U.

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

Wonderful home close to beach

We would stay here again! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

perfect getaway

definitely coming back to this beach getaway! house was super clean and had a great kitchen with all the gadgets needed to cook! great location and ammenities were top notch! we enjoyed every second and can’t wait to return to paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Winter Weekend Getaway

The property was amazing! Check in and out was easy and convenient. Everything I could have imagined we needed was at the house. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Kid and pet friendly

House is great for kids and pets. Easy access to the beach which is also pet friendly. House is new and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gloria W.

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

Crabbing, scalloping, swimming and golf

The location was ideal for our group. Being so close to the pool and boardwalk to the beach was great. The walk to the beach with gear can be long but doable. This house had wagons, crab nets, and chairs which were helpful. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds are very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hunter D.

Great stay at Sea'ing Stars

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay and the property was great! Highly recommend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay

Wonderful time with family. Property was perfect for us. Small detail was that 4 beach chairs were listed as being at property. Actually only had 2 chairs, one of which was broken. Otherwise no surprises other than house was newer than expected which was a plus. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

Hogan/crews

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was great and all the extra amenities were a nice touch. The beach chairs, Ping pong table, seaining rack in the kitchen, beach towels anddan electric grill all add to the comfort of our stsy.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Terry C. C.

Great house and good time.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice house. Great service. Had-trouble setting up TV,s they came right out and got it going. Had dog and it had a great yard, fenced in. Good time. Hope to be back next year.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

West J.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Potentially great!

The location is not close to the main developed beach area. You can walk across the dunes to access the beach but it’s not as depicted. They are building a new amenity section next door and once complete it will be great! The other issue was ants! The property manager was great coming out but it’s impossible to keep them out the builder is shoddy that built the house it’s beautiful inside though.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Catherine K.

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

Nice property, misrepresented location

House was nice, new construction. We were traveling with 2 adults but it would be suitable for 2 young families. Seemed like the kitchen and living spaces were well furnished. My issue was that I specifically booked this property because the dropped pin on VRBO showed a 5 minute walk to a wedding and other festivities at the Mill Mercantile and View on Old 98. Upon receiving the reservation details after booking, it was actually a 30 minute walk down a empty, unlit road. Unlike some of the closer properties we passed up, it didn’t come with a golf cart or bikes either. I wasn’t traveling for the beach, but it didn’t seem like there was easy access point for walking there either. Also, the 2nd half of the sea grove neighborhood was still under development. For the same cost or slightly more, I would just stay in the windmark development in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Beautiful Home & Great Location

This home was fantastic! The host was proactive and made sure we had the entry and pool codes prior to arriving. The space was clean and very well decorated. The garage has outdoor/beach games and several beach chairs. Located only a few minutes from Port Saint Joe or Mexico Beach with easy drives to either location. Parking is a bit tight if you have more than 2-3 vehicles, but we managed. There is currently active construction going on right next door, but that wasn’t an issue for us. We were out and about while they were working Friday, and then they were off for the weekend. Only two small issues I noticed were the title and a camera inside the home. The title stated “partial water view” which is a bit of a stretch. You can kind of see some water in the 10’ gap between the two houses directly across the street. Again, not a major issue for me because I don’t care about view from the house. Also, there is an electronic device mounted to the wall in the kitchen that appeared to have a camera on the front. I don’t like the idea of people being able to watch my family and/or me without us knowing. Overall, still give this place a solid 5-stars.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Courtney L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Good house if you get a Golf Cart

We are two adults and two kids, ages 6 and 9 and a dog. The house is cute and well appointed (lots of small appliances like instant pots, griddles, coffee grinders, blenders etc). Bring your own cooking spray and oils, but lots of spices are included. The water filter at the sink is clutch. If you bring any kids or pets, make sure they don't drop any food because there are ants that will find any morsel left behind. We stayed in June 2023 and the beach entrance (not between houses) was FAR. The beach cart we rented made no difference due to the distance and depth of the sand dues. The pool in the pictures is 2 miles away down highway 98 unless you rent a golf cart (4 seater for a week is $500). We had no idea and would have had to drive daily to the beach or pool if we didn't rent one last minute. Property Mgmt made no mention of this or the distance from the beach/pool. It was super disappointing and made for a big last minute expense. It's in a quiet, family friendly neighborhood on the newer side of a master planned community. This home does not exist on maps yet and you cannot Uber Eats anything. This trip was definitely a learning experience as far as neighborhood home rentals go. You'd think for the price, there would be more than 2 rolls of TP or a single box of tissues (nope!) so come prepared with baggies, foil, paper products, and recipe ingredients if you plan to cook. Ultimately, we had a good stay but likely won't stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Always book with a local Vacation Rental Manager

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a joy it was to book Sea'ing Stars. Super clean and organized with lots of room for 4 men on a fishing trip. We stayed for a few days and loved the house. Perfect location, 10 mins from downtown Port St Joe, across the street from the pool and beach and in a safe, quite neighborhood of Windmark Beach. Brittney was very helpful picking out a house that was just right for us. The property was everything we needed, and had ping pong, corn hole and other game to keep up entertained. Brittney also was very responsive to the questions we had once we got into town. Already looking to book again for another trip.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Quick family stop

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sea’ing stars was perfect for our family. It was super clean, well appointed and we loved the games in the garage (air hockey, ping pong, darts, etc). While we didn’t go because of the weather, I loved how close it was to the pool!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

roger r.

Wonderful experience and would recommend too everyone!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time and the Home was awesome!!! Talk over phone with New wave property Mgr. Everyone was so helpful and very informative and professional!!! My family and I felt very blessed for the experience we had!!! We would most definitely give a five star!!! Thanks again for a wonderful experience!!!! Happy holidays and God Bless!!!! Roger R. And family!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aubree S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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