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A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden ceiling, white railings, and a view of neighboring houses.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a hanging light fixture.
Pool
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101864 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Cape San Blas, FL
  • Place, beach near Avalon Drive
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmer Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

When you stay at this vacation home in Port St. Joe, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Palmer Beach and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. .This vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Pig Island and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Avalon Drive - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palmer Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LongBill’s on Cape San Blas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peachy’s - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pomodoro Italian Grill and Bar - ‬16 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.

A Modern Coastal Retreat Steps from the Gulf

Freshly updated for 2026, just 250 feet from the sugar-white sand. Welcome to Reel Blessings, a bright Modern Coastal home in a quiet community of just 12 homes on Cape San Blas. Walk to the beach as often as you like, then come back to a private pool, decks on every level and views of both St. Joseph Bay and the Gulf. Guests tell us the sunsets from the third-floor deck are unforgettable. NEW FOR 2026 • Fresh paint, inside and out • New area rugs throughout • Upgraded pillows in every bedroom • New barstools at the kitchen island • Starlink high-speed internet, ready for streaming or a work-from-the-beach week • A brand-new grill ROOM FOR 10 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, plus a first-floor room with a sleeper sofa and its own A/C. Casper memory foam mattresses, built-in bunks the kids will love, and nightlights and step stools for little ones. COOK, GATHER, RELAX The fully stocked kitchen has everything for seafood feasts and pancake breakfasts, including a Keurig, air fryer and blender. The island flows into the dining and living areas, so the cook is never left out. Comfortable sofas make movie nights easy. OUTSIDE Private pool with lounge seating and an outdoor shower to rinse off the sand. The pool is not heated, so it's perfect for warm-weather swims, and the sunny deck is lovely year-round. BRING THE DOG Reel Blessings is pet friendly, and Cape San Blas is a happy place for four-legged guests. WALK EVERYWHERE Leave the car parked. The beach, The Trading Post, Peachy's Eats, Scallop Cove and Weber's Donuts are all an easy walk. Winter escape, spring break or a summer family week, Reel Blessings is ready for you.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include snorkeling nearby, surfing/body boarding nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,864 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

1245-215173
Upscale Home in The Preserve Neighborhood

A Modern Coastal Retreat Steps from the Gulf Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect and we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Reel Blessings was the perfect house for a perfect vacation

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: Real Blessings was a gorgeous home. It was very nicely decorated and had everything you could possibly need. The pool was absolutely wonderful. Loved the very short walk to the beach. The staff at Coastal Joe Vacation Rentals was very helpful when booking and during our stay. It was a perfect rental house for a perfect vacation. Will definitely be back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed stay at the house. It was well furnished and provided everything we that we needed for our family get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly,No bathroom on main floor,so you have to go up 14 stairs or down 14 stairs.The pool was never maintained the two weeks we stayed at this property
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was absolutely perfect!! Our family was so happy and comfortable during our stay. This house was so thoughtfully designed. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As described. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected & better. House & pool were perfect. Everything needed for a great stay was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice house close to the beach

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: House layout was good for family time. Balconies everywhere so you could always find one that didn't have direct sun. Short walk to the beach and walkable to Had an ant problem but the company got pest control out quickly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Much needed R & R

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: Before we even arrived, we received a phone call to let us know the unit was available two or three hours early. The property was excellent. The amenities were fantastic. We wanted for nothing. When we did have to call the office, they were awesome. The entire trip was more than we were expecting. I tried real hard to find fault with this property but could not find anything to complain about. Thank you for a fantastic much needed vacation spot. We are sure to return in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Home

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: Loved this three bedroom home with private pool. The living space is big and comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Private pool with outdoor shower was awesome. Love that the house is so close to the beach that we felt comfortable to let our kids walk back and forth between the house and beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Beach Getaway – Clean, Cozy, and Dog-Friendly!

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: Our family of four, along with our dog, had an amazing stay at Reel Blessings! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed with how clean and well-maintained the house was. The location couldn’t be better – a short walk to the beach and just minutes from stores, making it super convenient for anything we needed.The home itself was cozy and comfortable, with a well-stocked kitchen that had everything we needed to cook meals. The beds were incredibly comfy, making for restful nights after long days in the sun. They even included a leash and ball for our dog. It truly felt like a home away from home!We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, pet-friendly beach retreat. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Would not stay in this home again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house wasn't the best for the money. The queen bed was hard and still had sand the same day we arrived in it. The queen bedroom remote did not work even with new batteries. The lights would be turned up in the living room and kitchen but would stay dim. The dust pan for the broom in the kitchen was not usable as it would not "catch" the items you were sweeping up. All knifes were dull. The pool lights did not work. However, the location of the home was great and the size for 4 adults and 4 children.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great House - needs a new management company

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. 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: Wonderful house and location. The house was not ready at check in time. No communication to let us know that it would not be ready. Had a concern with some of the flooring when we first checked in. A maintenance man showed up unannounced opened our door with two dogs inside. When we discovered that the dishwasher was not working, again another maintenance man showed up unannounced, but did knock this time. He determined that he could not resolve the issue and would probably hear from another person who would come later. We did not hear anything else until a guy showed up with a new dishwasher to install at the same time we were leaving for dinner, three days later. Communication is definitely an opportunity for this company. Again, the house and location were great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideal Beach House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Reel Blessings is a beautiful beachy home. It is nicely decorated with updated furniture and overall fresh look. There are lots of stairs and no main level powder room, in case this is a problem for some. However, lots of stairs also means lots of decks which is perfect for a beach house. It is a newer house in a neighborhood that is currently undergoing new construction so there is a lot of construction mess/trash in the neighborhood and along the private access to the beach. The beach access is super convenient; however, we had to watch for nails on the path as two houses under construction surround the access path and it is a mess. Easy walk from house to a beautiful beach that we came and went from all day. The house currently has a terrific view of the ocean that is breathtaking. This will likely change once other homes are built up in front of it, but for now, it is spectacular with plenty of decks and balconies to choose from. Other than construction mess, the neighborhood is small with pretty beach homes. The home had everything we needed to make Thanksgiving dinner. As others mentioned, it appears the very lower level does not have HVAC so it was chilly down there on cold November nights. This was a minor issue. There is a decent sized pool, but it was too cold to swim in November. Bring your groceries with you as there aren't many options nearby other than the small Piggly Wiggly where it's lone grocer status is reflected in the prices. Lots of local mom and pop shopping and dining options in the area which is a refreshing change. We purchased bagged fresh shrimp from a local seller twice to-go. This is a dog friendly area where most other houses had dogs in them and many dogs on the beach. Overall, we loved our stay at Reel Blessings. We rent beach houses along the panhandle 2-3 times a year, and this is by far our favorite. We would definitely stay here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! This was our first time visiting this part of the coast and Reel Blessings was the perfect space for us. Photos don’t do it justice. It was clean, in a wonderful small community and had great views. The top rear deck was a favorite spot for reading, enjoying a beverage, and viewing the ocean. We didn’t mind not being beachfront because it was such a short, easy walk to get there. The kitchen was well stocked, too! The pool was the nicest one we’ve had at this price point. Clean, easy in/out, and plenty of seating options.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect trip!

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 terrific time. The house was perfect, great location, and the entire experience was great with every detail managed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great spot!

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: Such a beautiful home that was perfect for our trip. 2 families and we had plenty of room for everyone. Everything was clean and the house was beautifully decorated and well kept. Kids loved the pool and I loved the number of balconies and short walk to the beach!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relax-cation

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: Home was very clean and comfy. Communication with rental agents was easy, being available to text with them was great. I would rent this home again. I especially loved the personal touches, like candles thru the home you could burn (it's a girl thing!) Beach is lovely, very fine sugar sand and semi-private during our early May stay. The people we met were all friendly and we enjoyed our interactions with them. Some days(late in the evening) we were the only ones on the entire beach. Our pup loved the trip too, everyone was welcoming to him around the neighborhood/beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Reel blessings

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: This property came stocked with a lot more items than expected. It was such a nice surprise to see all the kitchen supplies. Coffee Keurig, air fryer, blender. The house is beautiful and all the porches are such a luxury. Will be staying again
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice, clean updated home.

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: Wonderful stay and the property management were absolutely amazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

SPECTACULAR BLESSING

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: Coastal Joe Vacation Rentals is an awesome business!! They went above and beyond helping us on this trip! Our stay at REEL BLESSINGS was wonderful and truly a Blessing! It was VERY clean and had everything we needed. It wasn't ocean front but the sunsets and sunrises were absolutely spectacular!! And such an easy and fast walk to the beach!! We highly recommend Coastal Joe Vacation Rentals and Reel Blessings!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The house was beautiful and very comfortable. We loved the pool and the close proximity to the beach. The views are amazing. We absolutely loved all the decks and outdoor seating that was available. Other than some minor maintenance issues (broken towel racks, unstable dining table, loose fence spindles, smelly washing machine) and extremely minor housekeeping oversights (dirty guest shower and floors not swept well) it was PERFECT for our large family. Everyone had their own space to escape to. It felt like home. We will definitely stay here again and would recommend it to friends. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cape San Blas never disappoints!

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: Cape was beautiful, as usual. Reel Blessings was a beautiful home, very comfortable and convenient. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What a Blessing

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: I'm not sure you could have found a vacation rental more perfect for me and my family. The space was so nice, inviting, and decorated so beautifully. The rooms were just as described. The house was very clean and well accommodated. 10 stars for how great the ac worked throughout the house. Access to the beach and all amenities. I would definitely rent Reel Blessings for my next stay at the Cape. My advice, don't hesitate to rent this wonderful vacation home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

What a Blessing

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: I'm not sure you could have found a vacation rental more perfect for me and my family. The space was so nice, inviting, and decorated so beautifully. The rooms were just as described. The house was very clean and well accommodated. 10 stars for how great the ac worked throughout the house. Access to the beach and all amenities. I would definitely rent Reel Blessings for my next stay at the Cape. My advice, don't hesitate to rent this wonderful vacation home.