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Dog-friendly, Gulf-front home w/ private boardwalk & views
This Gulf-front home is well equipped and ready to host your annual vacation with the family (dogs included)! The deck offers panoramic views across the water, and you can admire the vista from the large sliding glass doors off the living room. The private boardwalk takes you down to the beach where shelling, fishing, and crabbing are abundant, as are sightings of dolphins, eagles, and other wildlife!
What's nearby: Kayaking, fishing, and golfing are popular activities here, and must-see attractions include the St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Reserve Center (five miles away) for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and bird watching. You'll also be 11 miles south of the Cape San Blas Lighthouse, which offers bay views from the top and a gift shop inside.
Things to know: This home is next to the three-bedroom As Pelicans Pass (the two do not share any amenities), creating an ideal set-up if you're traveling with another family, extended relatives, or a larger group of friends Free WiFi Full kitchen Dog-friendly for a nightly fee Snowbirds welcome!
A damage waiver, covering up to $2,000 of accidental damage to the property or its contents, is included in the cost of your reservation.
Parking Notes: Carport and driveway. Please no campers, trailers, or motor homes.
County permit number: 03180-210R
You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.
AMENITIES
Internet
Ocean view
Oceanfront
Washer/dryer (Private)
Cable
Firepit
Features
Iron
Washer/dryer : Private
Heating & cooling
Central AC
Kitchen & dining
Dishwasher
Fridge
Microwave
Stove
Location
Water view
Waterfront
Gulf front
Gulf view
Media
Internet
TV
Cable
DVD player
Wireless router
Netflix streaming
Nearby activities & attractions
Golf Nearby
Outdoor
Gas grill : Private
Balcony
Beach towels
Deck
Firepit
Theme
Snowbird-friendly
40 reviews
Regina J.Apr 2021
Loved being right on the beach and close to St. Joe and Apalachicola. We enjoyed the quiet beach and watching the dolphins play.
Alma R.Apr 2021
Many upgrades, new chair cushions, new front stairs and beach deck. Wire instead of pickets provide unobstructed views. Great deck chairs and tables. Freshly painted. A storage room downstairs for beach stuff. Private boardwalk provides easy access to beach. Fully stocked kitchen.
patricia m.Mar 2021
The location of this home is perfect, long sandy beaches, sunrises and sunsets, starry nights, and dolphins playing in the water right out front. The exterior was also nice and sitting on the deck watching the water was very enjoyable. The interior of the home however was not so nice. Although we knew from pictures the interior was a bit dated, we did not expect old, dirty and uncomfortable furniture. The house was surface-clean, but there was mold on the shower curtains, dirt and mold on the doorwall handles, plaster peeling from the bathroom ceiling, rust on the refrigerator and some light fixtures, and there were heavy layers of dust on pictures, wall decorations, and even the ceiling fan that twirled above the dining room table. The house is very much in need of a deep cleaning and repairs should be made to replace dog-chewed moldings. On the plus side, the kitchen was very well stocked, there were plenty of towels, and the two beds that were used were very comfortable. We will return to the area for future vacations, but not to this home until updates and repairs are made.
Manager response:
Hi, Patricia! We appreciate receiving such helpful feedback from you. The shower curtains have been replaced, the door knobs are all bleached between guests, the popcorn ceiling will be replaced in April, rust is part of living near saltwater, and we will check for dust. Please do not hesitate to reach out using the contact information left in the rental. Thank you!
Alessandro G.Feb 2021
This House is located in Indiana Pass, conveniently secluded. Between Port St.Joe, and Apalachicola, 20 minutes drive to either small town. You are actually on the Gulf coast at this location not in the bay. Some of the best oysters I've had were served up within walking distance at Indiana Pass Raw Bar.
Daniel R.Feb 2021
Loved being right on the beach. The view is amazing. The house itself is very clean and comfortable. Would recommend this place.
Terry P.Dec 2020
My wife and I stayed for two nights in late December 2020. Unfortunately the first thing that greeted us upon entering the house was a smell that did not go away. We ended up buying candles at the local general store that we kept burning the entire time we were there. Not sure if it’s because of the pet policy that the place smelled so badly but it was terrible. The bathrooms were below average as well with mildew around the caulking in the showers / tubs. The location is great and the home is in average shape for it’s age except for a broken window and screens that were damaged by I assume pets.
Manager response:
Hi, Terry! We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your stay. All of the screens were recently replaced, and we were unable to locate any broken windows. Maintenance will be recaulking the shower. We apologize for any unpleasant odor and will ask housekeeping to be mindful of this as they clean. Thank you!
Susie M.Dec 2020
We had a relaxing, enjoyable weekend at this comfortable house. The beautiful sunset was an added treat.
Alice D.Dec 2020
The beach had very few people and the view was lovely. Five of us stayed very comfortably. As with most of these houses, you should bring your own good knives, cutting boards, and big pots if you need them, but this place is really well-appointed for people who plan to cook their own meals while there. There was a Kitchen Aid mixer, waffle maker, crock pot, multiple coffee pots, and enough plates and flatwear to serve 20+ at a time.
We did notice that the BR with the king bed was much warmer than the rest of the apartment. And the BR with no window was coldest, so we adapted as needed.
The beach is very clean, with lots of shells to collect, and the walks to a beached sail boat and farther to a beached shrimp boat (the Donna Kay) were lots of fun. We also enjoyed being able to have a fire on the beach and someone nearby sold firewood so that was super easy.
Our price, with everything, was less than $300 per night, so we felt like it was a good value.
Just be aware that masks are not required in FL and it's clear that the culture is to try to ignore the pandemic. We brought almost everything but did have to go to small markets twice and noted that no locals wore masks, only visitors.
V R.Nov 2020
Easy boardwalk access to an almost private beach. Located to observe sunrise and sunsets. Comfortable beds, well supplied kitchen, six large rockers on the beach side deck. WiFi connection is reliable, two cable connected TV,s and one with DVR ability.
Great linens and quick help from Vacasa is a problem arises.
Lucia S.Nov 2020
We enjoyed our stay immensely in this beautiful, "old-school" beach house! Its deck overlooking the ocean and ocean views from most rooms are to die for. We spent hours every day just sitting on the deck drinking wine and watching the porpoises. The beach is peaceful and quiet and the water was warm enough to swim in early November! The home is clean, comfortable, and well appointed. It's hard to tell from the photos, but all the floors are beautiful new hardwood or hardwood-look LVP. We plan to return!
A few improvements that would make this home absolutely perfect:
-At least 2 more, larger cutting boards
-A cheese grater
-Tongs for the grill
-Steak knives
-A better can opener
-Deck railing is wobbly; potential safety issue.
-The living room sliding doors are difficult to operate. May just need some WD-40.
-The toilet in the larger bath runs unless you open up the tank and close the stopper. Needs a new stopper.
-We could never find the guide interface on the TV. Updated instructions would be helpful.
Many thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Manager response:
Lucia, we are very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We will be sure to pass your suggestions along to our local manager who will work with the homeowner to make any upgrades. We look forward to hosting you again!
Jeff and Andrea M.Oct 2020
This home is very comfortable. It feels very inviting from the moment you walk in. The furnishings are beautiful and updated.
William H.Sep 2020
We had a wonderful time at this cottage. We usually stay on SGI but booked this house and truly enjoyed CSB. House is a nice cottage. 3 bedroom and 2 bath. Would be good for two families. New stairs, amazing views and right on white sand beach. We caught whiting and spotted sea trout from the surf and had fresh fish for dinner. The General Store has most of your last minute things like beer, charcoal and frozen bait. We will go back.
Amy S.Aug 2020
We had a great time!! We loved that the beach was not busy and how close the house was to the beach. Just wish we could have stayed longer!!
Sarah C.Jul 2020
Our stay at A Wise Way was paradise. Right on the beach - walk down a set of stairs, out to your own boardwalk to take you directly to the beautiful beach and water. The house is not huge but the high ceiling in the main room and sliding glass doors that when open let in the sound of waves and sea breeze make it feel spacious and airy. Nothing like being so close to the beach. Awesome amenities included outside shower to rinse off after a day in the sand, Weber and propane grills (take your pick), and local seafood nearby, either at the Indian Pass Rawbar or at St. Joe Shrimp Co. Be aware though that there aren't a lot of restaurants nearby - but for us, being in an area that's not heavily built up, was a large part of the place's charm and feeling of escape. Rented chairs and umbrellas from San Flea Rentals in Cape San Blas inexpensively - could pull them right up under the house - no need to lug them far. The sky at night was an amazing surprise too - so clear, tons of stars to be seen from the deck - even saw many shooting stars! Loved our stay and hope to return.
Gerald w.Jun 2020
This is an adorable and very comfortable house with gorgeous views and a geeat beach!
Kathryn W.Jun 2020
We loved how secluded it was and that it was right on the beach!!
Abby S.Jun 2020
We enjoyed our stay at A Wise Way! It was in a perfect location, so close to the ocean! Perfect for our family fun vacation.
Jessie R.Jun 2020
My wife, 4 kids and our dog had the best, most relaxing vacation that we’ve had in years. The beach house gave us the perfect view and access to the beach. We even saw several dolphins on our last day there.
We will definitely be back next year!
Vanice R.May 2020
New stairs, private low density beaches, unbeatable views.
Wynn M.May 2020
A Wise Way is a wonderful home! It is Clean, Well Decorated and has a fully stocked Kitchen! The Beach is very quiet with Dolphins playing in the surf almost daily! All the beds are comfortable. We will definitely be back!
The McCurdys
William L.Apr 2020
deck should have been rebuilt 10 years ago,slivers,rusty nails coming out of boards,railings unsafe,wife went threw top step and had bruised ribs,bath room sink wobbles not anchored to the wall,unsafe walkway to water,.Vacasa keeps raising rent but no maintanence
Manager response:
Thank you for staying with us, William! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We are continuing to work with our team to identify and address areas for improvement throughout the home. We look forward to hosting you again!
David C.Feb 2020
Great place, good for boating, sailing, fishing. Great neighbors, quiet and dog friendly.
But the pestering by Vacasa was frustrating and unnecessary
Manager response:
We are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We typically make a check-in call to make sure you are happy in the unit. We hope you will stay again soon!
Pamela K.Jan 2020
The house is very nice! Lots of extras in the kitchen including a kitchenaid mixer! The only thing we did not like was the walk out to the beach. No railings, but the steps are too tall , narrow and Steep. The sand had probably washed away from the bottom step, but the other steps were just too tall! I had to use the neighbors walk. . Especially on the water side. The house was clean and the beds were comfy!
CHRISTINE M.Jan 2020
we have been looking for a new winter Florida vacation spot. I think we have found the right area east of Port St Joe. There were a few other dog lovers on the beach which made our walks sociable but not overly so. The Wise Way house was adequate. The bathrooms were a little small but bigger than those on a cruise ship. The house was very clean and well finished. There seems to be a problem with the A/C. The owner says that if the thermostat is set lower than 72 the unit will freeze-up. It was cool enough in January that we did not test that. There is a new walkway to the beach. The top step on the beach end has an extremely short tread which makes it dangerous. The house itself is just starting to show its age and needs some work. It`s a little far to the good restaurants in Port St Joe or Apalachicola.
Michael H.Dec 2019
This home has it all great views secluded location and all the amenities you need.
Julie B.Dec 2019
Very comfortable, clean, and casual beach house right on the water!
Monica M.Nov 2019
We stayed here for the second time with our dog and loved it. They put in all new floors since the last time we were here. It’s located right on the beach and the house is comfortable and well appointed. We wanted for nothing. Can’t wait to return!
nicole r.Oct 2019
My husband and I loved this place! This stretch of beach is secluded and private. Just what we needed. The house is not updated but this did not bother us at all. It has everything you need in the well equipped kitchen and the bed was very comfy. We loved the porch overlooking the beach and spent hours there over coffee in the morning and wine and snacks in the evening watching the sun set. This is a good size house for two couples or a family of four. We can't wait to got back.
Tamara A.Sep 2019
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at A Wise Way. It's location is ideal; very quiet and not crowded at all! We saw dolphins playing every day just off the shore. We used the large deck very often. Saw some beautiful sunsets from the deck. I would definitely rent this house again.
Monica M.Jun 2019
We stayed here with our dog and LOVED it. It was absolutely perfect for us. The beach is beautiful, the house is fully stocked. We felt at home and comfortable as soon as we opened the door. We can't wait to visit again!!
Jennifer H.Jun 2019
We love staying at Indian Pass because the beaches are so beautiful and secluded. This was our first time staying in a home directly on the beach and we loved it! We had dolphins that visited several times a day and shells everywhere. The home was clean and efficient and easy to book. We will be back!
Paula K.Apr 2019
This house was absolutely wonderful!! We felt completely relaxed as soon as we walked in the door.
Felicia B.Jul 2018
ENJOYED OUR STAY!!
Debra P.Apr 2018
Always a pleasure to stay at A Wise Way. Perfect location on a beautiful beach that's dog friendly and never crowded. Street is very accessible and quiet. Wonderful view from great room and two bedrooms. Furnishings and linens are perfectly chosen for a house on the beach. Lots of space in beach house below to store your sandy chairs, etc.
Michael L.Jul 2016
My Family and I found our stay a wonderful experience! From the initial rental of the property, check in and stay, was easy and enjoyable! The staff we felt with at check was extremely helpful, informative and friendly! The beach was beautiful, not too busy and very relaxing! We played in the water, walked the beach in the day and night! Wonderful area to vacation!!! Very family and pet friendly!!! The home was convenient with necessary items to make our stay comfortable for cooking, sleeping and relaxing! We watched the Dolphins and Pelicans almost every morning from our deck! The location is perfect!!! We would highly recommend this location to friends and family! We will return in the future for another stay!! Thank you so much for a fantastic vacation!!!
David R.Jul 2016
Wonderful overall experience.
Mary P.May 2016
We had a wonderful time at A Wise Way. It has a great location. The beach was steps away and beautiful. The house was clean and neat.
Maria B.Aug 2015
We stayed at A Wise Way on Indian Pass beach. It is the fourth time we have stayed in that particular house. I love everything about it. The location is great, just in between Port St Joe and Apalachicola. There are many things to do and see in both places. The food in the area is magnificent. We really enjoy all the seafood in the area, Toucan's, Triple Tails, Indian Pass Raw Bar, all good places to eat. Apalachicola has tons of shops and art to enjoy and Port St Joe has all you need in the way of supplies. There are miles of beach, and no crowds. My three dogs had plenty of sun and fun with their Mama. The house itself is very comfortable with three bedrooms, cable, and a full kitchen. I will be back next year to my home away from home.
