Backwater Bliss
- Address: 981 Backwater Road
- Location: Port St Joe
- Type: House
This property proudly includes a credit between $20 - $50 per day towards beach gear on stays of 3 nights up to 21 nights.
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This property proudly offers The Starfish Standard which ensures all linens, including bedding, is laundered upon every checkout.
Click Here To Learn More!Upon entering Backwater Bliss, you'll be greeted by a generous open-plan living area that seamlessly combines the living room, a large open kitchen, and a dining area. This inviting space is perfect for gathering, cooking, and sharing meals together. For those seeking a bit of solitude, the home also features a separate living area that includes a cozy den, a small kitchen, a full bathroom, and a private bedroom. This additional space offers flexibility and privacy, making it perfect for multi-generational families or groups with varied needs.
The home is all one level, ensuring easy accessibility for guests of all ages. With hard surface floors throughout, it not only offers a sleek and modern aesthetic but also makes cleanup a breeze—especially important since Backwater Bliss is pet-friendly! Your furry friends are welcome to join in the fun, both inside the home and on the nearby pet-friendly beach. There's also an enclosed garage with a golf cart for licensed drivers only that you can load the beach gear in and take off to the beach or drive over the Market place. Also a foosball table and games for those who want to have fun indoors.
Situated on a corner lot at the end of the street, Backwater Bliss provides a peaceful and private setting. Yet, you're just a short walk away from the stunning shoreline of WindMark Beach Resort. This coastal community is brimming with amenities to enhance your stay, including a zero-entry resort-style community pool perfect for all ages, scenic walking trails, and charming boardwalks that lead directly to the beach.
For those who love to explore, WindMark Beach Resort is ideally located between the picturesque vacation destinations of Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach. Both areas offer a wealth of local dining and entertainment options, ensuring you'll never run out of things to do. The beach itself boasts quiet, calm shorelines, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply unwinding with a good book.
Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Backwater Bliss provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable beach vacation. Book your stay today and experience all that this beautiful home and its vibrant coastal community have to offer!
**Pet Friendly, max quantity, type, and additional fees do apply**
**No Boat/Trailer Parking Allowed**
Attached Bathroom
- Beach Access
- Near Beach
- Single Level Home
- Golf Cart Included
- Blender
- Crock Pot
- Dishes/Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Food Processor
- Garbage Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Fishing
- Golf
- Pickle Ball
- Tennis
- Cape San Blas Lighthouse
- St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
- Community Hot Tub
- Community Pool
- Accepts Snowbirds
- Air Conditioning
- Beach Gear Rental Credit
- Combination Tub and Shower
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Grill - Gas
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Furniture
- Patio/Deck
- Starfish Standard
- Television
- Washer
- Allows Group Events*
- No Landline Phone
- No Smoking
- Pet Friendly with Fee
- Pets Considered with Fee
Slip away to Florida’s quieter stretch of coast, where days move at a slower pace and the soundtrack is nothing but waves.
Save up to 10% on 5+ night stays from May 7 through August 30, 2026, with code PRISTINESUMMER10 when you book online by May 31, 2026. From sunrise coffee on your private balcony to lingering dinners after the beach, this is your sign to make summer feel pristine.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by May 31, 2026, for 5+ night stays from May 7, 2026 through August 30, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Fall is the Gulf Coast’s best-kept secret—warm days, cooler nights, and room to breathe on the sand. Book a 7+ night stay between September 1 and December 15, 2026, and save up to 15% with promo code PRISTINEFALL15 when you book online by May 31, 2026. Enjoy long walks on uncrowded beaches, quieter restaurants, and a more relaxed pace in our professionally managed beach homes and condos.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings when you book by May 31, 2026, for 7+ night stays from September 1, 2026 through December 15, 2026. Cannot be combined with other offers. Exclusions and restrictions may apply to select properties.
Great location and the home was very spacious. It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We loved having the additional kitchen/ living room setup.- Reviewed On: 5/26/2025
- Check Out On: 5/26/2025
Thank you for your feedback, Kayla. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the great location and found the home spacious and clean. It's wonderful that you appreciated the additional kitchen and living room setup. We hope to welcome you back for another comfortable stay!Visit Florida Beaches staff
We stayed at Backwater Bliss. We loved the property. Pristine was great. Very helpful with making the reservation and responded immediately when needed. We definitely recommend Pristine ( and Backwater Bliss).- Reviewed On: 2/2/2025
- Check Out On: 2/1/2025
Thank you for your generous review, Lynda. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Backwater Bliss and found our team helpful. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon!Visit Florida Beaches staff
Lovely updated home in a great location- Reviewed On: 10/11/2024
- Check Out On: 10/11/2024
Thank you for your, Justin. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the updated home and its location. We hope to welcome you back soon!Visit Florida Beaches staff
I was only here for a bit , however it is just has everything a renter would want, including "Ms.Merica" the golf cart. Thank you for letting me get to know this little bit of heaven by the gulf.from Blue Ridge GA - Reviewed On: 9/12/2024
- Check Out On: 9/2/2024
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