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The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach.

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
A playground with a slide and climbing structure.
Terrace/patio
Exterior
A beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

This vacation home is a short stroll from Saint Joe Beach and Windmark Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Windmark Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Saint Joe Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mexico Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 24 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Indian Pass Beach - 35 min drive - 26.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪St. Joe Bar - ‬15 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach.

The Heron Beach House – Walk to Beach & Pool | Pet Friendly | Sleeps 10

4 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 10 | Gulf Coast Retreat | Windmark Beach, FL

***Please check out our other beach house. The Nest Beach house in Mexico Beach can be viewed at VRBO# 834932. https://www.vrbo.com/834932


Welcome to The Heron Beach House, a beautiful Gulf-front home located in the quiet and scenic Windmark Beach North community just east of Mexico Beach, FL. Enjoy modern comfort, walkable beach access, and family-friendly amenities in this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath home that sleeps up to 10 guests.

Property Highlights:
   •   4 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms | Sleeps 8–10
   •   Over 1,800 sq ft of living space
   •   Spacious primary suite with soaking tub, walk-in shower & closet
   •   Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
   •   Smart Home package: Keyless entry, Echo Dot, touchscreen panel & video doorbell
   •   2-car garage + laundry room with washer/dryer
   •   EVP flooring, recessed lighting, ceiling fans & trey ceilings
   •   Outdoor shower — great for rinsing off after the beach
   •   Dog-friendly (with approval)

Location & Community Features:
   •   5-minute walk to the beach via community boardwalk or 1-minute drive to beach parking
   •   3-minute walk to Windmark North Resort-Style Pool
   •   Access to 2 community pools, scenic walking trails & boardwalks
   •   Quiet, safe, and family-oriented neighborhood
   •   No street or boat parking inside community (boat storage available nearby)

Bedroom Layout:
   •   Bedroom 1: King bed, en-suite bath with tub/shower combo
   •   Bedroom 2: Queen bed
   •   Bedroom 3: Queen bed
   •   Bedroom 4: Twin over Full bunk with trundle (sleeps up to 4 kids or 2 adults)

Things to Do Nearby:
   •   Swim, fish, snorkel, crab, or scallop just minutes from your door
   •   Launch a boat at the nearby public ramp
   •   Explore unique shops and delicious seafood restaurants
   •   Take a day trip to Mexico Beach (3 mi), Port St. Joe (6 mi), Panama City (24 mi), or Apalachicola (28 mi)

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Whether you’re here to explore the coast, relax by the pool, or enjoy beach days with the family, The Heron Beach House offers the perfect home base. Book now to experience the charm of Florida’s Forgotten Coast in comfort and style!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Stretch out in the jetted tub. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
There are checkout instructions posted near the front door. Thanks for any help and please come back and see us soon.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $100pet fee 1st pet. $20 for ea. add. pet - 3 max

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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.

Property is also known as

"the Sand Bar" Beach House Mexico
"the Sand Bar" Beach Mexico Beach w/ Wifi & Walk 1 Block Beach
"the Sand Bar" Beach Mexico

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Port St. Joe, a short 11-minute walk from Saint Joe Beach and also 7 minutes on foot from Windmark Beach. You'll also find Mexico Beach and Beacon Hill Park nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach.?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van 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 is an outdoor pool.

Is The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach. a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a jetted bathtub and a smart TV in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Does The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach. have a hot tub?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach. have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach.?

Yes, every house at The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach. comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

The Heron Beach House in Windmark / Mexico Beach, 2 Pools & 5 min walk to Beach. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped home in a great location. The host was well organized & welcoming
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great placeOwner wasReadily availableGreat decor and cleanliness Pool was very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came in town with friends to work and play found the location very convenient very clean and the communication with the owner was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised and dog-friendly. However, a golf cart is essential due to the extensive walking required, although they do provide bikes in the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori m.

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

February getaway

Everything was great at house great location and beaches port st joe was very pet friendly
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanon M.

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

Great place!

Great location. Beautiful house! Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Getaway

Very nice , Great place .We enjoyed the Pool it was fantastic. The Golf cart was awesome also.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

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

Windmark beach gem

We had a great time and were very comfortable here. Plenty of room comfy bed and seating awesome location to explore!
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

Wonderful small town vibes right next to the besch

Great place and Kevin was wonderful to work with. This house is a short drive from a quaint small town with all your needs. A quick walk to the beach was great. Beach was never more crowded than 5-10 families, even on Memorial Day weekend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Great beach trip

The house was great and perfect to come back and relax after being on the beach all day. We’ll definitely keep it in mind for future vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the start Kevin was super communicative! Very easy check in. House was extremely clean and very modern! Honestly probably one of the nicest vacation rentals we’ve stayed in. Very convenient location. Community pool was very close and not crowded at all. Overall we throughly enjoyed our stay and already planning our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, almost brand new. Very clean. Very short walk to the beach (less than 5 min). Would return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh J.

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

Awesome trip!

Loved our stay! Relaxation and very nice! Great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Gulf retreat

Heron Beach House was beautiful, clean and very well supplied. Our host, Kevin, was easy to contact and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsy J.

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

Perfect location!

Beautiful home with lots of room! It has a great location, close to the path to the beach & steps from the pool. Be sure to purchase the golf cart if available, it came in handy on the trips to the main part of Windmark for dinner each night!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MONIQUE H.

AWESOME BEACH HOUSE

WE LOVED STAYING AT THE SAND BAR. THE HOUSE AND FURNISHINGS WERE BEACHY THE BEDS WERE VERY COMFORTABLE AND THE HOUSE WAS CLOSE TO BEACH AND RESTAURANTS. LOVED THE AREA AND THE HOUSE WILL STAY HERE AGAIN
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Absolutely loved our stay!

The house was wonderful! It was beautifully decorated and spacious and clean. It was stocked for cooking and had everything we could have possibly needed. The host was very responsive to all my questions prior to the trip and even took care of our golf cart rental, which was a must! I would recommend the Heron House to anyone, and we hope to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Windmark

Home owner communicated with me. The house was surprisingly big. Be sure to google a map so you know where to find the pool, shops and beach. The golf cart in a must.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Great house for a vacay

We love staying at Windmark beach and have been coming here for years. This was our first stay at Heron House. Plenty of space with a nice yard for the dogs. Equipped with beach chairs so we didn’t have to bring anything along. Both pools are open with views of the beach. Lovely neighborhood for walking. We really enjoyed our stay and will recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Great house for a family

My husband, our two girls and my MIL stayed at the Sand bar for a week with our two dogs. We had the best time. The girls enjoyed their bunk bed room and my MIL loved the bathroom! The screened porch was nice as well as the beach cart! Will definitely stay again if we come back to MB!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Great, Clean, New Home in Cute Neighborhood

We had a great stay at Windmark. Loved taking the golf cart up to the community area to grab breakfast and coffee. Windmark beach is a quick golf cart ride away. House was clean and new. Kevin was very responsive to any questions we had. No complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renia D.

The house was very clean and comfortable. Great layout.

The house is actually nicer than the pictures show. Nicely decorated. Easy walk to the beach. Screen porch and available water hoses were great. We really like the outdoor shower. Close to two great restaurants. Paradise grill and shipwreck raw bar. We are already planning on next years trip. It was our first stay in St. Joe and we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Nice Clean, Comfortable Stay

We enjoyed our time in Port St Joe and appreciated this nice home. It was roomy and comfortable. Everything was clean and ready when we arrived. Such a great place to just chill and relax!! This owner and community are very dog friendly, too. I gave the location and neighborhood 4 stars b/c the Windmark beaches were full of biting flies and 2 of us slipped and fell getting in the pool. However, Mexico and San Blas Beaches are very close and were great! Highly recommend! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Beautiful beach house in a fantastic beach community!

The Heron House was PERFECT for our family's 4th of July vacation. The beach community the house is in is gorgeous and has ALL of the amenities we loved...fabulous restaurants, great shopping, a big zero-entry pool, and, of course, it's a quick walk to the gorgeous Forgotten Coast! The host was super responsive and happy to provide any information we asked for. The house is new and in pristine condition, and it was equipped with just what we needed for the beach: a rolling cart, beach chairs, boogie boards, etc. The back porch of the house was set up so well, with a comfy seating area for guests to lounge around while the others are grilling. The back porch was a perfect place for us to watch the 4th of July fireworks! We will definitely be staying at The Heron House again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amiee H.

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

Summer Vacay

The house has an open floor plan. The layout is much more spacious than expected from the outside. The house was clean. The beach acres is just a few houses down if you plan to walk. If you take a golf cart it’s just a little ways down to the next access. Once you get on the golf cart road you can take any beach access to the ocean. The beach accesses for Windmark North are all trails in the sand over the dunes in between hedges and trees. The other Windmark accesses have wooden decks that lead to the sand. Our beach access put us across the ocean from the tip of the cape so we still had decent waves. There was good bit of sargassum grass washed up onto the beaches. We learned this is part of Mother Nature this time of year and should be gone within a week or so. The pool for Windmark North was a fairly long walk, but we had a golf cart so it was no problem. The pool was very clean, spacious and overlooks the ocean. I do recommend a golf cart. It allows you to travel to the beach, pool and main Windmark with ease. At the main Windmark there’s a pizza restaurant, the Mill for beverages, a coffee/breakfast shop, ice cream and more. We frequented that area and having a golf cart made it so easy. It would be impossible to walk there and without a golf cart you’d have to make the drive by car. The property manager communicated numerous times prior to our arrival and while we were there. He was great to work with. We plan to return to PSJ in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025