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Surfin' Turtle - *Private* Beachfront Home

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On the beach
Exterior
Terrace/patio
On the beach
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Gulf County, FL
  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Surfin' Turtle - *Private* Beachfront Home

Located in the coveted community of Secluded Dunes, steps away from the Gulf waters and award winning sandy white beaches!
This one-level 4 bedroom, 3 bath home sits on 1/2 an acre and has amazing sunsets, Gulf views and sunrise views over the State Park.
Whether you're looking for a family vacation, a girls get-a-way or even a small team retreat, Surfin' Turtle will meet all your needs. Unlike some of neighboring beaches, Cap San Blas, aka Florida's Forgotten Coast,is a true beach vacation - there are no high rises or large condo communities. You're welcome to come down and check it out, but let's try to keep it a secret!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. A kitchen and 3 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Just a 2-minute drive from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park and 5 minutes from William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Carla Kapadia

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

410720

Surfin' Turtle - *Private* Beachfront Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael v.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Birthday Girls Trip!
We had an absolute blast at Surfin’ Turtle! The floor plan was perfect for our group. The kitchen had everything we needed (wine cooler!!) and lots of cabinets for storage. Plenty of parking! Our favorite was the huge patio! It was perfect for morning coffee and mimosas!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., Gibson, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We really enjoyed the property kids loved the swim spa I enjoyed the beach fishing which is good by the way only steps to the beach just awesome
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2024
Great property. We will definitely come back. The location was wonderful. Right on beach. One level is what we needed with 4 toddlers.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maranda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
Beautiful place with an amazing view and so peaceful. Very quiet area and perfect for families. Only issue we had was at check-in but owner was very responsive and readily able to help. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Stunning property on the beach with beautiful sunset views! Perfect time, not hot and not crowded. Everything we needed, clean, modern and beautifully decorated. Communication with hostess was excellent, definitely plan to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Dunes, Cape San Blas
We really enjoyed the home’s setting! The view of the Gulf from the the home is spectacular! The home faces due west and the sunsets were amazing! The beach is wide, the sand soft and clean, and a short walk to the north soon takes you to State Park Property and few users. The home was clean and comfortably furnished, the kitchen had everything we needed in the way of equipment. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
Sounds of tranquility
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and location
Wonderful experience. Beautiful home exactly as described. Could not have been happier with the stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset Spot
The house was perfect for our family and the location was amazing...especially for watching sunsets!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week spent on the beach
The family came down to the Caoe for the week and this house was perfect for us! Directly on the beach with its own beach access! Would recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Surfin Turtle is a beautiful home and most comfortable. It was very clean and welcoming. I have a disabled daughter so the one level living was very accommodating. The owners were very nice and understanding and very easy to communicate with. We will definitely be booking Surfin Turtle again !!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

hannah j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for our crew.
Everything was as described in the listing. Location was perfect. House was beautiful. Communication was speedy and efficient. Highly recommend for anyone looking to escape the crowds.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
This has a perfect location and the views are AMAZING! I would give this a 10 on views if I could. You feel like your on the stern of a boat with the views from the living room. The house is only about 6 houses from the state park. We pretty much had the beach to ourselves!! The only cons… the AC could not keep up with the heat. We had record highs and the AC just couldn’t compete in the afternoons. We ended up having to close the hurricane shutters to help cool the house. Thus, losing the views. Also, there needs to be a walkway added to make it more accessible to the beach. It’s extremely steep and in the heat the sand was excruciatingly hot. We had to wear shoes to the beach. The outside does need minor repairs. One of the beds had sand in it upon arrival, but overall the house was clean. The master shower is tiny! However, we don’t go to the beach for the shower so not a deal breaker. I gave this a 5 mainly because of the views and the beach! They are spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Paradise
Wonderful vacation! Perfect quiet location at the northern end of the cape just steps from the beach! The house was perfect…clean and well equipped and the view was even better than the photos. Lori was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Signal Mountain, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Retreat for a Big Family
We love CSB, and stay every year that we can. As a family with several young children, we look for homes that are on the water and spacious. Surfin’ Turtle met every one of our needs! What spectacular views!!! We felt like we were sitting ON the water. Every day was spent on the beach or the screened in porch soaking up the beauty surrounding us. We also loved the book collection and games! The kitchen is well stocked and equipped with the best appliances for staying in and making your own meals. Thank you, Carla and Surfin Turtle for giving our family the rest we needed!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded beach
Great house in great location away from crowds
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Convenient!
We enjoyed our stay! Lori is helping Carla on the rental end and she does a fantastic job! She responds quickly (which a lot of management companies don't do that) and is very accommodating. We had a few requests and she was able to make all of them happen! We thank you very much for allowing us to stay and it was very convenient for us too while we are finishing our home in Secluded Dunes....a MUST destination vacation:) Will be back, if needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
We enjoyed our stay. The house worked out well for two family’s with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

LuAnne E., Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
From our first communication, during the booking process and throughout our stay, communication with Lisa was excellent. Her responses were extremely prompt and her manner was enthusiastic and warm. The photos and description of the house are all accurate.. This was our 4th visit to the cape, but the first time in winter. Being from the North, we were looking for a place to relax and enjoy some warmer temperatures. Even though Florida was experiencing a few days of record cold during our stay, it didn’t bother us a bit. The house was snug and warm and we enjoyed cooking in most days. The kitchen was well equipped with all new appliances and everything was in perfect working order. We ate at Pepper’s Mexican Grill in Port Saint Joe one evening and enjoyed a bucket of Shrimp Boil from Skully’s Low Country Boil just down the road on the cape - delicious! In our opinion, the very best feature of the house is it’s location. Being just a few houses from the State Park provides the quiet and solitude we appreciate. It’s almost like having your own private beach. So when it was too cold to be outside, we enjoyed the unobstructed gulf views from all living spaces and our master bedroom. When the temperatures were warm enough my husband enjoyed fishing while I enjoyed long walks on the beach hunting for shells. We walked 5 miles toward the end of the cape and loved the wild views with dunes on one side and the gulf on the other. We saw dauphins on a few occasions and enjoyed watching the birds dive for fish. The house has high ceilings and is very open and would accommodate a large family easily. My husband and I were alone except for 3 nights when my cousin and her husband joined us. It sounds cliche, but it’s true……the only negative was that we didn’t book for longer. We highly recommend a stay at the Surfin Turtle!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022