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Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more.

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A heated pool
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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more.

TURTLE CRAWL Barrier Dunes 191 enjoys a GULF VIEW and is mere steps to the powdery white sands. This end unit townhome has upscale finishes like granite countertops, Smart TVs, highspeed wifi internet and Bluetooth speakers with USB ports in each bedroom. It also boasts extra beds for the little ones with a daybed and trundle in the Master King bedroom suite and a Twin over Queen bed in the separate Queen bedroom.

The ground floor begins the pampering with space for at least two vehicles in your own carport; a stocked beach closet with 4 beach chairs, beach cart, cooler, crab net, crab bucket (helpful for disposing of cooled remnants of beach fires), boogie board and sand toys; an Enclosed shower with hot/cold water; water hose; and the only private Tiki Bar area in the community to enjoy with your crew when not on the beach. Check out the cute polywood furniture for dining and space to hang a hammock to enjoy the afternoon breeze. The Foyer entrance has hooks and space to kick off your shoes before going up to the main level of the home.

The main level has your space to relax in the living area with large Smart TV and electric fireplace for extra ambiance. The dining space includes a table and breakfast bar. The well-stocked kitchen has all you need to enjoy your own cooking and has upgraded stainless steel appliances. The spacious Deck holds the gas grill and table and chairs for outdoor dining on this main level. The separate full bath is convenient for guests and the Queen bedroom enjoys a Twin over Queen bed, Smart TV, ample storage and a private balcony.

The King Master Suite encompasses the entire top floor. This lovely space has the best spot for sunsets at the home on the private master deck, large walk in closet, double sink vanity, separate upscale shower and garden tub, don't forget the daybed and trundle for the littles and the laundry room with full size washer, dryer and laundry detergent included.

Tons of amenities in the home include spices, starter pack of paper products, garbage bags, Keurig and regular coffee pots, coffee filters, all household linens provided - sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels, glass cleaner, dishwasher pods, dish detergent
TURTLE CRAWL is always a favorite for returning guests of Cape Escape Vacation Rentals.

Add in your BEACH GEAR CREDIT for reservations for 3-21night stays, and you have less and less to pack to come enjoy your Cape Escape Vacation at TURTLE CRAWL.

TURTLE CRAWL is in the GULF SIDE, gated community of Barrier Dunes that boasts 2 community pools, one of which is heated 4 months (Oct/Nov and Mar/Apr) each year; Tennis/Pickleball Courts; Playground; 3 freshwater ponds; Pet stations, Boat Parking, Boat Washing Station, and Overflow parking.

Mere steps to the St Joseph Peninsula State Park and the 8 miles of bike path along Cape San Blas Road, you'll enjoy all outdoor adventures that Cape San Blas has to offer!

Property manager

Devi Leonard

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: On outside deck w/door-windows closed!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,216 square feet

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100 STEPS TO BEACH, PETS OK, RENOVATED, VERY CLEAN, N. CAPE, DISCOUNTED RATES!!

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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100 STEPS TO BEACH, PETS OK, RENOVATED, VERY CLEAN, N. CAPE, DISCOUNTED RATES!!

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: There is a $125 pet fee for 1 dog and $60 for 2nd

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Very family friendly community and beach!

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 and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 26 min drive - 27.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Weber's Little Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cone Heads - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skully's Low Country Boil - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pepto-Bistro Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more. located?

Located in Port St. Joe, this family-friendly condo building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of William J. "Billy Joe" Rish Recreation Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Port St. Joe Beach and Pig Island are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Turtle Crawl = Gulf View! 75 steps to beach!! Dog-friendly. Beach chairs +more. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property mgmt was fantastic and stay was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mama getaway

Lovely place 😻
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Turtle Crawl

We had an amazing trip. Location was GREAT!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KJ H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Vacay at Cape San Blas

We had 7 perfect days!! The weather was incredible both day and night. We loved all the restaurants in Cape San Blas and Port St. Joe. This place was paradise. Turtle Crawl was fabulous. 💚💚 Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible

This is a gated community with beach access that is very close. Everything was very clean. Even though we had a red or purple flag most of our stay it was still worth every penny. We will definitely be back. ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Turtle Crawl was great!

Our family booked this condo last minute for a quick holiday weekend getaway -Veteran's Day and are so thankful it was available! The beach was a very short walk as the condo is the third or fourth building from the beach. Our grandsons enjoyed the beach and the pools that were also located within walking distance as well. The condo was cute, comfy and had all the household necessities in the kitchen. Our stay was very short so we didn’t cook any big meals. Location was perfect for us. The State Park entrance was right around the corner and we enjoyed exploring one morning there. We stopped in Port St Joe and shopped and ate lunch. Cute little town with boutiques and eateries etc. we would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas on the Cape

We started our stay on Christmas Day 2022 during the hard freeze in FL. Property owners were great and easy to reach. The condo has fantastic views of the gulf from the master balcony and just steps away from the beach. The pup loved her beach walks and lounging on the decks keeping an eye on all the activities. We obtained a 3 day fishing license and caught a couple fish on one of the calm water days from the beach. There is also a seafood market near by with fresh fish and yummy gumbo! We loved this location and will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Sunsets

Great location near State Park. Beautiful beach. Dog friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sj w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ending 2024 in CSB

I can not say enough good things about this property...from location, to cleanliness, to how well appointed the villa is. Our favorite things about Turtle Crawl were the balconies & views!, the short walk to the beach, the provided items in the beach closet (especially the chairs and beach cart), the outdoor shower with hot water (for super easy pet cleaning after a day romping in the sand), and the credit that came with the reservation to rent bikes. The villa is not lacking in anything at all. And Devi...SO QUICK to respond to questions and help us with finding items we couldn't find (due to our lack of looking, not that items weren't there). It was the perfect place to end 2024 (we had a NYE fire on the beach!!!) and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Have to drink wine at the beach!

Very relaxing and laid back. It’s not over crowed and most people who stay here are super nice. Our townhouse didn’t have wine glasses or a cutting board which we discovered the first night we were there. I sent an email to the management company to let them know ( for future renters) and they delivered the glasses and cutting board the next morning! We couldn’t have had a better experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great condo close to the beach. Perfect for family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

Great property. Easy rental. No problems at all. Will definitely be staying here again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Great rental, location, amenities & Beach

We will absolutely be back! This home provided everything we needed to just relax and enjoy the beach. Wendy emailed links to her amenities (which are wonderful) and everything was just as described. Being from a place that we don't have beach chairs it was nice not to have to invest in those or pack a bunch of extra things when we had a full car. Barrier Dunes was a great community and we enjoyed both the pools and tennis courts and feeding the turtles in the ponds. Met a lot of wonderful folks staying there too. It was just what the doctor ordered! Relaxing and fun! We enjoyed a horseback ride on the beach, beautiful sunsets, some surf fishing, great seafood and each other! Highly recommend Wendy and Cape Escape Vacation Rentals! We look forward to being back again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Love the beach and loved Turtle Crawl. We will definitely be back!

We enjoyed a wonderful week with amazing weather at Cape San Blas! Turtle Crawl was better than expected...VERY clean and had everything we could expect and more. The beach closet had a great beach cart and beach chairs (saved buying them and packing them) and a cooler (and sand toys if you need them). We cooked many of our meals in and the kitchen was great...had everything we needed and a gas grill on the back deck. Really liked the St. Joe Seafood Company right down the street! It's right next door to the Trading Post which carries EVERYTHING else you need. If you're there, get the donuts made fresh each morning. Amazing! We really enjoy the tall lifeguard chairs on the master bedroom deck...enjoyed great sunsets when we didn't walk just a few steps down to the beach. The mattress was very comfortable and the sheets were great! The State Park is right there and we went on many long walks. There is the Hammock Trail and a trail that runs along the bay that our dog could enjoy with us. Our pup was worn out from that and walks on the beach ... love the fact that the beach and area is dog-friendly (yet VERY clean). We also got to enjoy a bonfire on the beach after sunset one evening! Awesome. Next trip we plan to enjoy a horseback ride on the beach, the see through canoes in the bay and also bring our bikes as there is a bike path that runs about 10 miles of the Cape (and it's flat, which is a bonus). Love the beach and loved Turtle Crawl. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

RITA T.

THE BEST VACATION EVER!!!!

THE BEST PLACE TO STAY ON THE CAPE IS BARRIER DUNES...WE HAD THE BEST TIME EVER!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

RITA T.

THE BEST VACATION RENTAL EVER

WE HAD THE BEST VACATION THAT WE HAVE EVER HAD AT THE CAPE...BARRIER DUNES IS THE BEST PLACE WE HAVE EVER STAYED AT ON THE CAPE....REALLY NICE CONDO AND POOL...BEACH ACCESS WAS WONDERFUL...LOOK FORWARD TO STAYING THEIR AGAIN REAL SOON.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Turtle Crawl in Barrier Dunes - Cape San Blas!

First, in the rating I meant to give 5 stars, it wont let me chang to excellent (technophobe) So, wow...where to start - how to begin...Well, the Cape and Turtle Crawl are our second home in paradise. Don't believe me? Go and see! The amenities are all there and all u have to do is settle in, relax, and enjoy. You are at your destination - no need to leave except to stock up on food at Piggly Wiggly, go to eat and party at Indian Pass, and hear great music at Scallop Cove. When u get back you have the perfect home with exceptional views to take you back to the good old days of "beaching". Steps away is the Cape, and its glorious white sandy coastline and emerald green waters. No vendors to distract, no high rises, just raw nature at her finest. It has the feel of an island all to yourself. We have been going for 13 years and another reason is it is pet friendly. (Our dog is the unofficial Mayor of The Cape, just saying!) Anyway, as we Boomers say, Try it, you'll like it." 😊 I could ramble on for hours about this place, but I will end with it is a truly unique experience. Bonfires permitted at night too, and as it is in a gated community there are no worries about safety. Wendy has thought of everything to make it comfy and convenient (thanks, darling!) and Mother Nature provides the rest. In closing, just do it! Go back to the good old days in Turtle Crawl at the Cape! You will be as crazy about it as we are, I promise!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greta D.

Family visit to the Cape

Wonderful stay! As always, Wendy had it all taken care of for us and all we had to do is relax. i now consider myself to be a frequent visitor to the cape and I actually liked this Turtle Crawl residence best of all the others I have been in- clean and very well decorated. We had our dog with us as usual, and found the pet sheets and towels to be very helpful since our week away got extremely cool for him, but we still managed to have fun on the beach and in the bay! There were so many dolphins this time up and down the gulf front and it felt like they were interacting with us on the beach sometimes! What a beautiful getaway for families and couples and dogs! Wendy did a great job taking care ofnour needs, even after I messed up our initial date of arrival: fair and consistent service always! Thanks for a great week!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

Excellent Rental, Amenities and Service! Thoroughly Enjoyed Our Stay

We enjoyed our trip to Cape San Blas...from booking the trip to not having to buy beach chairs or pack too much. When we booked we were hoping it wasn't too good to be true, but when we arrived at Turtle Crawl, we were not disappointed. It exceeded our expectations! It was very clean and had everything that was promised and a few things we didn't expect! We travel a lot and this was one of the best vacation rentals we have enjoyed on our trips! The beach was just off our back deck down a boardwalk and the beach cart that was provided held everything, including the beach chairs which made it so easy! Loved watching the sunset from the back deck right off the master bedroom. The tall, lifeguard like chairs were perfect for enjoying a glass of wine and the sunset. If we ate in, we would eat and then watch it from the beach. The kitchen was perfect for when we chose to eat in and had everything and the grill on the back deck was just an added bonus. Enjoyed many great meals while we were there. Great area restaurants, including Coneheads, which we could walk too for lunch or dinner. Great variety from burgers to seafood to salad! Thank you to Wendy for answering all of our questions before we arrived (we had a lot as we had not been here before). Any questions we had once we arrived we found in the great guest information book that was at the home when we arrived. We are sorry we didn't discover this area before, but so glad we have now! We are already planning our next trip back and will absolutely book Turtle Crawl and recommend it and Wendy to our friends!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Enjoyed our stay. Home was very well supplied with virtually anything a vacationer could want!

My wife, our dog, and I want to tell you how enjoyable our stay in your Unit 191 in December was. When we arrived, we found the unit, and everything in it, to be very clean. The unit was very well supplied with virtually anything a vacationer could need or want. The beach was a short walk away and was also clean and wide. We walked twice each day for at least an hour. Our dog loved it, but refused to go into the ocean or even get his feet wet. The time we spent in Unit 191 was the perfect relaxation for us and we hope to return next December.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

I will definitely revisit this rental and Cape San Blas in the future!

We had a great time. The condo was perfect and so relaxing. Thank you very much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Best place to "Escape" with property management experts!

Thanks, Wendy - as repeat customers, we knew you were efficient and proactive. Turtle Crawl was a wonderful condo - well stocked including beach chairs and a beach cart! We enjoyed cooking in the condo as well as beach treats as Dockside Café (who allowed our dog to join us) in St. Joe and Indian Creek Raw Bar just down the road. We will be back bringing our friends!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Turtle Crawl.

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Turtle Crawl. It's such a "beachy" house and very relaxing. We actually came there to ride out Hurricane Matthew. What a blessing to have found your lovely house. My sister was visiting from PA and really enjoyed her stay. We loved being able to walk to the beach. We ate at Sunset Grille the last night we were there. The food was good and the view spectacular. A little bit of history: My husband's great uncle, Ernest Marler, was the Asst. lighthouse keeper at Cape San Blas lighthouse and died in 1938 (he was actually murdered according to historical records, but it is still unknown who did it and why). There is a book published called "Secrets of Cape San Blas!" It's based on Ernest Marler but fictional. Very interesting read. It's a coincidence that the code was the same as the date he died. Also, there was a picture of the lighthouse on the wall. And the master bedroom had a plaque with "Captain's Quarters" on it. My husband is a Captain, his father was a Captain and his grandfather was a Captain. All from Destin, Fl. My husband's name is David Ernest Marler, named after his great uncle. You can imagine our surprise when we arrived to find all of this. It was like it was meant to be! We would love to come back again when were not escaping storms and can take advantage of all that you have to offer. Thank you for the short mini vacation in your beautiful house!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Home was nice, well-supplied. We will sure to be a return customer!

Thank you, Wendy, we had a lovely time during our short stay. We wished we could have stayed longer. The rental home was nice and efficient. It is truly just a short walk or steps to the beach. The beach buggy was very helpful to carry the beach items. Turtle Crawl was supplied with all the starter needs. Our dogs enjoyed the morning/evening walks on the beach. It was nice to bring them, although, they were too chicken to go into the water! The area is very well maintained and quiet, the way we like it. We will sure be a return customer!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Turtle Crawl

We had such a great time at your condo. My black Scottie girls Midge and Mandy were just perfect on their first beach vacation! It was so amazing how they settled right in and loved everything as much as we did. The weather was perfect for the dogs being cooler in the mornings and evenings for their outings. The porch with the gate worked as a safe place to roll and dry after their daily baths. One evening we went horseback riding for our 28th year anniversary at sunset. The weather was changing so we didn't get a sunset we were looking for, but the rainbow was outstanding in the distance! We grilled outside on the porch for our dinners and enjoyed seeing others with and without their pets go by. Everyone was friendly and wanted to pet my girls. The dockside grill even had a area the dogs could sit with you in town. Thanks Wendy for helping us with the perfect place on such a short notice! We will be coming back next fall! Thanks again!