House -
4.9
(14 Reviews)
Desoto 1
5
bedrooms
5
full, 2 half
12
guests
Pets Not Allowed
145
steps-to-beach
Flexible
4
Parking Space(s)
- Address: 112 Desoto Street
- Location: St. Joe Beach
- Type: House
Description

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.
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Welcome to Desoto 1 – the ultimate beach vacation rental for you and your loved ones! This single-family home boasts 5 bedrooms and can comfortably sleep up to 12 people, making it the perfect choice for large families or groups of friends.
Located just steps away from the pristine beaches of St. Joe Beach, Desoto 1 offers stunning views of the gulf from not one, but three beach view decks! One of the decks even offers outdoor dining, so you can savor your meals while enjoying the sea breeze and the sound of the waves.
But that's not all – Desoto 1 also features a private pool (heating available for an additional fee) in the backyard with a bathroom, private outdoor shower, and undercover grilling area with fish cleaning table! You can relax in the pool while soaking up the sun or take a refreshing dip after a long day at the beach. And when you're ready to wind down for the night, the comfortable and spacious bedrooms will ensure a peaceful night's sleep. In three of the five bedrooms, you will find comfort in sleeping on a king bed. The fourth has a queen and the fifth is a bunkroom with 4 separate beds. All five conveniently provide the privacy of a full bathroom (4 with large walk in showers, bunkroom has tub/shower).
So why choose Desoto 1 for your next beach vacation? With its prime location, breathtaking views, and luxurious amenities, it's the perfect place to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Book now and experience the ultimate beach getaway!
If you are hoping to accommodate an even larger group for a wedding or family reunion, Desoto 2 is located next door and provides the same design, layout, and accommodations. Plenty of undercover parking. It can also can accommodate large boats with trailers outside (large gravel drive between houses). Private fenced-in backyard.
Gulf County and St. Joe Beach are destinations enjoyed by visitors year-round. There is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether that be fishing, live music, fall sunsets, summer fun, or wintering at the beach, to name a few, Desoto 1 will be waiting to welcome you.
*This Property Is Not Pet Friendly*
*Heated Pool (optional with additional fee), heater may only raise the water temp 10 degrees warmer than the outside temperature and is not guaranteed to work if the outside temperature is at or below 60 degrees*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival and departure dates (must follow the property's turnover day, if applicable). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. Please contact us with your questions or to further assist!
Located just steps away from the pristine beaches of St. Joe Beach, Desoto 1 offers stunning views of the gulf from not one, but three beach view decks! One of the decks even offers outdoor dining, so you can savor your meals while enjoying the sea breeze and the sound of the waves.
But that's not all – Desoto 1 also features a private pool (heating available for an additional fee) in the backyard with a bathroom, private outdoor shower, and undercover grilling area with fish cleaning table! You can relax in the pool while soaking up the sun or take a refreshing dip after a long day at the beach. And when you're ready to wind down for the night, the comfortable and spacious bedrooms will ensure a peaceful night's sleep. In three of the five bedrooms, you will find comfort in sleeping on a king bed. The fourth has a queen and the fifth is a bunkroom with 4 separate beds. All five conveniently provide the privacy of a full bathroom (4 with large walk in showers, bunkroom has tub/shower).
So why choose Desoto 1 for your next beach vacation? With its prime location, breathtaking views, and luxurious amenities, it's the perfect place to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Book now and experience the ultimate beach getaway!
If you are hoping to accommodate an even larger group for a wedding or family reunion, Desoto 2 is located next door and provides the same design, layout, and accommodations. Plenty of undercover parking. It can also can accommodate large boats with trailers outside (large gravel drive between houses). Private fenced-in backyard.
Gulf County and St. Joe Beach are destinations enjoyed by visitors year-round. There is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether that be fishing, live music, fall sunsets, summer fun, or wintering at the beach, to name a few, Desoto 1 will be waiting to welcome you.
*This Property Is Not Pet Friendly*
*Heated Pool (optional with additional fee), heater may only raise the water temp 10 degrees warmer than the outside temperature and is not guaranteed to work if the outside temperature is at or below 60 degrees*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival and departure dates (must follow the property's turnover day, if applicable). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. Please contact us with your questions or to further assist!
Availability Calendar
Bedding
Bedroom 1
Sleeps: 2
1 King
Bedroom 2
Sleeps: 2
1 King
Attached Bathroom
Bedroom 3
Sleeps: 2
1 King
Attached Bathroom
Bedroom 4
Sleeps: 4
2 Twin Bunk Bed
Attached Bathroom
Bedroom 5
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen
Attached Bathroom
Amenities 36
Beach/Bay Proximity
- Beach Access
- Beach View
Kitchen
- Blender
- Dishes/Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Nearby Activities
- Fishing
- Golf
- Pickle Ball
- Tennis
Nearby Attractions
- Cape San Blas Lighthouse
- St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge
- T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
Pool and Spa
- Private Pool
Property Features
- Accepts Snowbirds
- Air Conditioning
- Beach Gear Rental Credit
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Grill - Gas
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Furniture
- Patio/Deck
- Starfish Standard
- Television
- Washer
Property Policies
- Allows Group Events*
- No Landline Phone
- No Pets
- No Smoking
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Location
Reviews
4.9
(14)
5
We enjoyed our stay at the Desoto 1. Very spacious for a big family. We had 8 adults, and 4 kids. Everyone had their own space. The living area and balcony’s were plenty spacious as well. It is clean and well managed. We will most definitely book with Pristine Properties again.- Posted: 6/28/2025
5
The house matches the pictures provided. It is clean, and the large kitchen, dining area, and living room accommodate a group of 10 (8 adults and 2 children). Each bedroom has its own bathroom, plus there are two half baths in the main living area and by the pool area, as well as an outside shower. There is a tub off the bunkroom suitable for small children. The front balcony has a table and chairs for outdoor dining. Adding comfortable seating to the balcony would be beneficial, as there is ample space. The beds are comfortable, and each bedroom and the main living area have ceiling fans. The house has two AC units, ensuring a comfortable temperature. The pool is just the right size and is very clean. It would be nice to have a couple of lounge chairs for the pool area. Getting to the beach is very easy – it is a 2-minute walk – if that long. We plan to rent this house again next year.- Posted: 6/14/2025
Thank you for your detailed review, Tenley. We're pleased the house met your expectations and comfortably accommodated your group. Your notes on the balcony seating and pool lounge chairs are appreciated and will be considered. It's great to hear you found the location convenient and the amenities comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back next year!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
Had a great time with our family plenty of space. Easy access to beach, boats were responsive to everything we asked !- Posted: 6/7/2025
Thank you for your review, Rebecca. It's wonderful to know you had a great time with your family and that the spacious accommodations worked for you. We're glad you found the easy access to the beach convenient and that our team was responsive to your needs. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
The house was amazing and the location was perfect. We absolutely will be staying there again!- Posted: 5/25/2025
Thank you for your review, Heather. We're pleased you found the house amazing and the location perfect for your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
This is house was great! Plenty of room for everyone to be together but have space also. Everything was clean when we arrived and just as described. The beach is just across the road and within walking distance. The pool was a great to have if we didn’t want to go over to the beach. We will definitely be back!- Posted: 5/18/2025
Thank you for your review, Melissa. It's wonderful to hear that the house had the right balance of space for everyone and that you found it clean and true to the description. We're glad you enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the convenience of the pool as an alternative. We look forward to welcoming you back!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
DeSoto 1 was a perfect home for our family of all adults to gather for vacation! The open kitchen/living room is so spacious and inviting - we enjoyed slow mornings sipping coffee together. The kitchen is well stocked and has so much extra storage & I enjoyed the amazing grill by the pool. My favorite part of the house was dinners al fresco watching the sunset. So beautiful! My only suggestions: add hooks for wet items & more outdoor seating on the decks and by the pool. But I still give 5 stars all around! We loved our time in Port St. Joe at DeSoto 1!- Posted: 4/26/2025
Thank you for your review, Carrie. We're pleased to hear that DeSoto 1 was a perfect choice for your family gathering and that you enjoyed the spacious kitchen and living area. Cooking and dining al fresco with a sunset view sounds like a lovely experience. We appreciate your suggestions for hooks and additional outdoor seating, and we will take them into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in Port St. Joe!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
Six of my UGA teammates enjoyed being in Port St Joe at DeSoto 1. We are already planning a trip for spring to enjoy being together again!- Posted: 11/11/2024
Thank you for your review, Rex. We're glad you and your teammates enjoyed your stay at DeSoto1. Looking forward to welcoming you back in the springVisit Florida Beaches staff
5
This home was everything that was shown in photos and more. Perfect for our families to hang out by the pool and such a quick walk to the beach. The spacious, open living room was great for our littles to play. We will definitely be booking this home again.- Posted: 9/2/2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're glad to hear that the home met your expectations and provided a great space for your family to enjoy. We look forward to welcoming you back!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
Exceptional
There are no comments available for this review- Posted: 4/29/2024
5
Family perfect
The property is exactly what our family needed! We had our grandchildren with us and so it was very convenient to get to the beach and back- the pool was perfect. It was very clean and spacious.- Posted: 4/7/2024
Thank you for your kind words, Marla! We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our property. We strive to provide a clean and spacious environment for all our guests to enjoy. We hope to host you again in the future!Visit Florida Beaches staff
5
This house is identical to its sister house Desoto 2. We rented both for our high school baseball team. They loved it! Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The living area is huge with a large sectional. They loved having a private pool. The driveway was large enough to park the school bus. They had a great time. Thanks!- Posted: 4/4/2024
4
Beautiful house. Location was great for a relaxing stay. Not a lot close for kids to do, had to make the drive to Panama City for those things. Otherwise, close to the beach and clean!- Posted: 3/31/2024
5
Beautiful home and just a short walk to the beach. The heated pool was amazing for late-night swims. The biggest bonus was each room had king beds, with full onsuites. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful get away.- Posted: 3/23/2024
5
We had a great time at Desoto 1. The property was immaculate. Plenty of room for 9 adults and 2 teenage boys. It was great being so close to the beach and just a short drive into Port St Joe and Apalachiacola. St Joe Beach was quiet and peaceful, not many tourists while we were there, just like we wanted.- Posted: 3/13/2024
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