Plan Your Trip to the Forgotten Coast!

The Sandy Pineapple has 6 beach chairs, a beach umbrella, beach cart and boogie boards. If you wish to rent additional adventure equipment, we recommend the below local businesses. During busy season (Memorial Day through Labor Day), it’s best to reserve equipment well ahead of your stay.  If renting for more than a week, be sure to ask about FREE delivery and pick-up!

R&R Outfitters (2.8mi.): www.restrelaxoutfitters.com

Top Notch Beach Equipment (5.6mi.): www.topnotchbeachequipment.com

St. Joe Patio (16.4mi.): www.stjoepatio.com

Happy Ours Kayak (16.6mi.): www.happyourskayak.com

Forgotten Coast Carts & Kayaks (23.4mi.): www.fcckrentals.com

Whether you’re after the perfect catch, want to snorkel, wade for scallops or just get out on the water, there are several charter and boat rental options in the area. 

Aqua bear Adventures (7.0mi.): www.aquabearadventures.com

Cape San Blas Pontoon Rentals (11.3mi.): www.capesanblaspontoonrentals.com

Bayou Boat Rentals (11.4mi.): www.bayouboatrentalspsj.com

Scallop Cove Too (25.4 mi.): www.scallopcove.com

Fishing Charters: www.fishingbooker.com

Florida has only three beaches in which to ride horses and Cape San Blas is the only one in northwest Florida. Only a 20-minute drive from The Sandy Pineapple, enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity to sightsee Cape San Blas from the back of a horse!  No horseback riding experience is required to book.

Break-A-Toe (15.8mi.): www.brokeatoe.com

Rockin’ M Ranch (16.0mi.): www.therockinmranch.com

Not interested in spending valuable vacation time grocery shopping? Plan ahead and utilize a grocery delivery service to stock the refrigerator and pantry prior to arrival! Are you celebrating a special occasion? Consider hiring a private Chef to spice up the evening after a day of exploring, without having to leave The Sandy Pineapple. 

Vacation Prep Squad: www.vacationprepsquad.com

Coastal Concierge: www.coastalconciergepsj.com

Ready to Relax Groceries: www.readytorelaxgroceries.com

Your Chef, Your Table!: www.yourtableyourchef.com

Mr. Hibatchi at Home: www.mrhibachiathome.com

We have a fire pit on property, so be sure to bring firewood & smore kits! In addition, bonfires are allowed on St. Joe Beach and we LOVE using the below service for an all-inclusive VIP experience. If you prefer to setup a bonfire on your own, keep in mind only natural wood can be ignited and fires must be extinguished and removed from the beach on the same day!

Light Up Your Night Beach Bonfires: www.lightupyournightbeachbonfires.com

Sunnyside Beach Rentals: www.sunnysidebeachrentals.com

If solitude and pampering is your style, call ahead of your trip to book some spa time.

A Day Away Spa Services (2 blocks from The Sandy Pineapple):  Sandy, 850-227-6642

Wave Aesthetics (3.1 mi.): www.waveaestheticspsj.com

Spyglass Beauty (7.1 mi.): www.spyglassbeauty.com

30A Mobile Massage (this mobile service will come to YOU for massages, facials, or small group private yoga classes): www.30amobilemassage.com

Looking to reserve some tee time on a Florida 18-hole golf course, with pool and dining options, look no further than St. Joe's Golf Club, conveniently located between Port St. Joe and Cape San Blas.

St. Joseph Bay Golf Club (11.6 mi.): www.stjoebaygolf.com, 850-227-1751

Beach Walk Trail (0.5mi.): Access the trailhead at WindMark Public Beach access point, ½ mile from The Sandy Pineapple. This 2.5 mile paved trail runs along the water and is the perfect place to walk or bike.

Veteran’s Memorial Park (2.1mi.): A 45-min walk or 10-minute bike ride North of The Sandy Pineapple, this beautiful Gulf County park pays tribute to the men and women who have served our country.  Stroll the Honor Walk, playground, sports fields, amphitheater, picnic areas, boardwalk to the beach and dog park. ADA accessible with public restrooms and showers.

Salinas Park (16 mi.): This picturesque bayside park features an observation area/boardwalk, a volleyball area, a playground, fire pit, screened-in tables, grills, bathrooms, and a shower. New additions to the park include the Serenity Trail Boardwalk and Pickleball Courts.

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park (27mi.): Located at the tip of Cape San Blas, this Florida state park is the perfect place to spend the day. Dog friendly with BBQ grills, white sandy beaches, hiking trails, pool, boat ramps and a snack bar. Be sure to check out the Maritime Hammock Trail, a peaceful 0.7 mile loop on the bay.

Be sure to check out the area's Local Events Calendar here!