Coquina (pronounced kokeena) is a small,colorful bivalve
that occurs in huge numbers on the beach. When opened, Coquinas look
like butterflies. Coquinas make a delicious, healthy broth for
drinking or for use as stock in gumbos and chowders. 
“Coquina in Hibiscus Bay” aims to be just such a delicate and precious
morsel of utter joy. The house is situated on the spine of the St.
Joseph Peninsula on Cape San Blas with a clear view to the Gulf of
Mexico and St. Joseph Bay. The wraparound porch makes it possible to
see both sunrise and sunset without ever leaving your porch. The
master bedroom directly overlooks two stocked Fishing Ponds with a
view to the Bay beyond. After you marvel at the sunset on the living
room side of the house, the full moon reflected in the pond and bay on
the bedroom side of the house is truly magic. The house is newly
remodeled, with tile floors throughout. Each bedroom has a queen-size
bed and the living room sofa can also be converted into a queen size
bed. In the living room facing the Beach there is a roomy window bench
that facilitates lounging, relaxing and reading. 
To get to the Beach or Bay in Hibiscus Subdivision is easy. Parking is
available right next to the Boardwalks leading to the waters edge at
both Gulf and Bay. If you prefer to walk, the distance is about 800
feet either way. Hibiscus also has a Swimming Pool and a Commons Area.
 A few hundred feet from Coquina a Gazebo overlooks the Gulf,with a
Dune Walkover to the Beach. On the Bay side you look out at the two
stocked fishing ponds and a Boardwalk is leading to the 500-ft
Pier ideal for fishing and boating. On your way to the pier you can
stop by the screened Gazebo have lunch or rest and  admire the blue
Heron often seen sitting on the pier.

Coquina is equipped with Phone, Central Air Conditioning, Cable
TV,internet,
VCR, DVD, Sofa, Lazy Boy Recliner, full Kitchen with Microwave,
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Cooking Utensils, 2 full Bathrooms, Washer,
Dryer, Outdoor Shower, Covered Parking, Grill (BBQ), and Board Games
for the kids. Linen is provided. No Smoking. Pet Friendly.  

Coquina at Hibiscus Bay is located at 6542 Cape San Blas Road on the
St. Joseph Peninsula directly bordering the Rish State Park. St.
Joseph Peninsula was rated the #1 Beach in the US in 2002. One mile
north is another large State Park, the 2,000-acre St. Joseph State
Park. The Park has hiking and bike trails and a marina for launching
boats. There are many things you can do in this area. Charter boats
taking you deep sea fishing, guided eco-sightseeing, instructions in
kayaking and canoeing can keep you so busy that swimming, sandcastle
building and walking along the beach with a net to catch blue crabs
might have to be planned in for more relaxing moments. If you have a
dog, he/she will adore the beach. My little Sam loves to chase sand
crabs on the beach. A sunset cruise is also a wonderful way to relax.
You can catch fish at the lighthouse or go snorkeling or crabbing. My
own personal favorite is collecting scallops in the Bay during
scalloping season in July and August! There is horseback riding
available on the beach and a 4-mile long bicycle path (soon to be
extended to 7 miles) along the Cape Road. After all these wonderful
outdoor activities it is time to think about dinner. The area has
numerous fine restaurants ranging from Toucans in Mexico Beach
(Shrimps “all you can eat” every Thursday), to Sunset Grill, Peppers,
and Dockside Café in Port St. Joe. On the way to Apalachicola there is
the incomparable Indian Pass Raw Bar. In Apalachicola the Gibson Inn
is a standout, with Papa Joe’s and Bosses for seafood lovers, and
Tamara’s with Tapa’s Wednesday night as special treats.

Winter         $  800.00
Spring/Fall    $  970.00
Summer         $1,260.00


 100.00 pet fee