Barrier Dunes 497 - 33 Capecation
- Address: 497 Barrier Dunes Drive
- Location: Cape San Blas
- Type: Townhome
This property proudly includes a credit between $20 - $50 per day towards beach gear on stays of 3 nights up to 21 nights.
Click Here To Learn More!* Beachfront, Gated Community ~ Barrier Dunes
* Directly Across the Street from the Beachside Main Pool
* Community Pools, Tennis Courts, Fishing Ponds and Playground
* Pet Friendly ~ Max Quantity, Type, and Additional Fees Do Apply
* Next to State Park Entrance
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
*This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions.
* We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates ~ Snowbird Season runs November thru March
* This neighborhood does not allow boats or trailers overnight or in the driveway. Please plan accordingly.
Welcome to Barrier Dunes 497 - 33, “Capecation,” a nicely decorated and furnished beach townhouse that sleeps eight and is pet-friendly, perfect for a relaxed coastal getaway. Conveniently located directly across the street from the beachside main pool, this inviting retreat offers comfort and convenience across four levels. The ground level features covered parking and a foyer, while the first level includes a full kitchen, dining space, half bath, and a living room with a sleeper sofa, TV, DVD player, fireplace, and sliding glass doors that open onto a covered deck, ideal for enjoying coastal breezes. The second level offers two bedrooms: a master bedroom with a king bed, TV, private balcony, and full bath, and a second bedroom with a queen bed, TV, DVD player, full bath, and a private balcony overlooking the tennis courts. A laundry closet with washer and dryer is also located on this level. Up the ladder, the third-floor enclosed sleeping loft is a favorite hideaway, complete with a day bed and trundle, two twin beds, and two sofas for relaxing. With its unbeatable location and cozy spaces, “Capecation” is a comfortable and well-located spot for your next beach escape.
Barrier Dunes, a gated community on Cape San Blas, is a laid-back, family-friendly beachfront community where sugar-white sand and clear Gulf waters set the tone for true relaxation. Located on the northernmost part of the peninsula, right next to St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, it offers a peaceful setting with easy access to unspoiled nature. Guests enjoy private beach access, two swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fishing ponds, a playground for the kids, and quiet walking paths—perfect for unwinding without crowds. Whether you're watching sunsets over the Gulf, biking the Cape, or enjoying a morning coffee with ocean views, Barrier Dunes is an ideal escape along Florida's Forgotten Coast.
The Bed Set up:
Second Level:
Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed
Third Level Loft:
Sleeping Loft: Day Bed with Trundle, 2 Twin Beds
Area Attractions:
Adventure awaits just 3 miles away at St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, one of Florida's most breathtaking natural treasures, located on Cape San Blas. For a small daily entrance fee (typically around $6 per vehicle), guests can enjoy miles of pristine, untouched white-sand beaches along with excellent park amenities. Choose from several scenic hiking trails that wind through dunes and coastal landscapes, offering opportunities to spot native Florida wildlife. The park also features a boat ramp providing easy access to St. Joseph Bay and seasonal kayak and paddleboard rentals.
Conehead's on Cape San Blas is a delightful dining spot known for its casual, beach-friendly atmosphere and mouthwatering menu. Situated a half mile from Barrier Dunes, Conehead's offers a diverse selection of dishes for all tastes, from fresh seafood and succulent burgers to crisp salads and delectable desserts.
Less than a mile away, Longbill's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a charming coastal ambiance. Known for its fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients, the restaurant offers a diverse menu that appeals to both traditional and adventurous palates.
CHECK IN IS AT 4PM. No exceptions at this time.
Attached Bathroom
Attached Bathroom
- Beach Access
- Near Beach
- Blender
- Dishes/Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- 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 Pool
- Accepts Snowbirds
- Air Conditioning
- Beach Gear Rental Credit
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Grill - Gas
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Patio/Deck
- Television
- Washer
- Gated Community
- No Smoking
- Pet Friendly with Fee
- Pets Considered with Fee
Make Florida’s Forgotten Coast your winter home-away-from-home. Book a fully furnished condo or beach house for 28 nights or more and receive 5% off your snowbird stay with promo code WELOVESNOWBIRDS. Valid on new bookings made now through January 1, 2027 for travel October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
*Offer is valid on new online bookings made now through January 1, 2027, for stays of 28 nights or more with travel between October 1, 2026 and March 31, 2027. This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Exclusions and additional restrictions may apply to select properties.
Great stay! Condo was clean and had good amount of essentials. We will be back next summer!- Reviewed On: 6/30/2026
- Check Out On: 6/27/2026
Thank you for your review, Anthony. We're glad the condo was clean and stocked with essentials. We’ll share your feedback with the team and look forward to welcoming you back next summer. Have a Beachy Day!Visit Florida Beaches staff
Great place to bring the family and relax at a quiet beach. Location is perfect to get away.- Reviewed On: 5/23/2026
- Check Out On: 5/22/2026
Thank you for your review, Thomas. We're glad you and your family were able to relax at the quiet beach and that the location was perfect for getting away. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to Pristine Properties. Have a Beachy Day!Visit Florida Beaches staff
Everything was great. Ease of checking and ease of checkout; location and environment excellent- Reviewed On: 5/11/2026
- Check Out On: 5/11/2026
Thank you for the review. Glad the check-in and checkout were easy and that the location and environment were excellent. We appreciate the five-star rating and would welcome you back. Have a beachy day!Visit Florida Beaches staff
Can never go wrong with The Cape. The property was clean and as advertised. This unit is one of the closest walks to the beach in this community. The access to the loft is a ladder and a little intimidating when you are up there. Communication with management was great when the initial key we received at check in did not work.- Reviewed On: 10/14/2024
- Check Out On: 10/14/2024
Thank you for your review, Dawson. We're pleased to hear that you found the property clean and well-advertised. The proximity to the beach is indeed a highlight for many guests. We appreciate your feedback regarding the loft access and will keep it in mind for future guests. Thank you for your understanding with the key issue, and we're glad communication went smoothly. We hope to welcome you back soon!Visit Florida Beaches staff
- Reviewed On: 7/19/2024
- Check Out On: 7/18/2024
We had a wonderful week at the beach. What a beautiful setting and such a perfect place for families. We are grateful.- Reviewed On: 4/6/2024
- Check Out On: 4/6/2024
We stayed in the San Blas area and we loved it. We were right by the beach! We had a great time and will be back. A lot of families and we were able to bring our dog. Clean and gated neighborhood. There are stores nearby if you need anything but would recommend going to the main town as it will be cheaper. Beautiful beach town.- Reviewed On: 3/29/2024
- Check Out On: 3/29/2024
Property is on a great location! 2 pools, right on an amazing beach, dogs welcome. Management company was very prompt when the AC went out. Unit is dated and is in bad need of updating, but still comfortable and clean.- Reviewed On: 7/8/2023
- Check Out On: 6/23/2023
i stayed here with a group of friends, super easy walk to the beach. we had friends rent some other properties in the road as well which was great.
just be aware that both bathrooms with showers are inside bedrooms. also, the loft is really a loft, with a very steep ladder. so if you’re sleeping up there, to get to a bathroom you have to climb down a ladder and walk down another flight of stairs.
overall we had a good time! the pictures are accurate.- Reviewed On: 6/6/2023
- Check Out On: 6/6/2023
We loved the location and space for our family! These are 1980s condos and some have been very well modernized and other less so. This condo was very clean but dated in some areas , and a bit worn (nothing terrible).
The kitchen was spotless, but the counter tops showed wear, chips, warping etc. Make sure to bring everything you might need down to salt and pepper. It’s super nice that it’s so clean, but slightly annoying when you have coffee and no filters, or need more than 1 trash bag.
The bathrooms were also spotless, but older.
Other areas, the decks-beautiful breeze and perfect location for quickly accessing the pools, the decking is splintered and weathered no baby feet or fingers on this deck.
We knew what to expect based on prior trips to this areas and can’t wait to come back!
Make sure to go to Coneheads for some oysters too!!!- Reviewed On: 4/2/2023
- Check Out On: 4/2/2023
The property was great even though it was a little dated .
- Reviewed On: 6/23/2022
- Check Out On: 6/10/2022
The overall property at Barrier Dunes is very well maintained. It was the specific rented property that had issues. Again, for the price paid everything should have been in order. You might also note on the property listing that the loft area doesn’t have a/c vents. This was a question I had after I had rented it. While it wasn’t overly hot upstairs it would be good information to have. We did enjoy our stay. I just expected a little more attention to detail I guess.
- Reviewed On: 6/8/2022
- Check Out On: 6/4/2022
Outdated, but worked for our stay.
- Reviewed On: 6/10/2021
- Check Out On: 5/21/2021
We will be back.
- Reviewed On: 5/28/2021
- Check Out On: 5/25/2021
The upper balcony had loose boards on the rail, kids feet were black after walking around the condo barefooted, the sliding door on the lower floor wouldn't lock and the handle was about to completely break off, the shower in the king bed room looked dirty and the handle to turn it on/off seemed like you were going to pull it off when you turned it on because it was so loose. Overall the stay was enjoyable and everything was functional. Quality was good for the price of the unit.
- Reviewed On: 5/10/2021
- Check Out On: 4/27/2021
Overall we had a great time and the condo met our needs. The bathrooms felt a little run down and the sliding patio doors did not work well and the living room one was very cloudy and didn’t have a screen door.. But we enjoyed our stay.
- Reviewed On: 4/19/2021
- Check Out On: 4/3/2021
Location was perfect. Accessing the loft wasn’t really feasible with younger children so they slept on the pull out couch bed. Kitchen was nice and fully stocked. Was missing a sink stopped so you couldn’t easily hand wash dishes. Bummer there weren’t TVs in the bedrooms.
- Reviewed On: 11/20/2020
- Check Out On: 10/17/2020
We loved everything about it!
- Reviewed On: 7/17/2020
- Check Out On: 6/19/2020
- Reviewed On: 7/7/2020
- Check Out On: 7/5/2020
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