Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams

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A beachfront house with a white exterior, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A wooden boardwalk with white railings leading to the ocean.
A covered outdoor deck with a white table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the ocean.
A beach with a wooden walkway leading to the shore, surrounded by dense shrubbery.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with white railings and a gate.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Port St. Joe Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Place, Indian Pass Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve and T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Indian Pass Beach - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 33 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Mexico Beach - 40 min drive - 49.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Key - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jimmie Mac Raw Bar Stage & Courtyard - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪George Ann's Food Trailer - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams on 11 April 2027 start from NZ$4,497, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Starlight by the Sea, the porch, the view, straight from your dreams located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Pass Beach and Port St. Joe Beach. Money Bayou is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 266 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not hesitate to book your reservation at Starlight! Beautiful property, clean, comfortable and very relaxing. If I could give Joy 10 stars I would. Excellent communication with owner . I have rented many places over many years and by far this one exceeded my expectations. Cant wait to go back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 31 October 2026
Thank you for your 10 star review! Really appreciate it! We look forward to your return next year for more Starlight by the Sea magic: fun and relaxation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST stay in Florida! Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2026
We can't wait for you to come back and enjoy those amazing views you captured in your photos. Thank you for your 5 star review and for the beautiful pictures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked and comfortable, with an uncrowded beach which is dog heaven. Joy is s wonderful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was in communication entire time. House was just as pictured. Having direct beach access with the huge porch makes this property such a treasure. Beds were comfy, as was furniture. We had everything we needed here plus some. This place makes you feel like home. Just wish it was my home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2026
Thank you for letting us know that Starlight by the Sea felt like home. That is exactly how we want our guests to feel! Love your photos. Waking up to those sunrises is unforgettable! So glad you agree with us, Starlight is a treasure!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. Joy was a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2026
Thank you for your review and we hope to have you again soon at Starlight by the Sea.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful as aways!! Thank you, Joy!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
We appreciate your 5 star review and that you and your family have stayed at Starlight by the Sea so many summers. We always look forward to having you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house was very clean, had beautiful views, and was just a short walk to the beach, which made it so convenient. We really appreciated the privacy too which made it the perfect place to relax and unwind. The spacious living and dining areas made it easy for our family to enjoy dinners together and spend the evenings playing board games. Overall, it was a fantastic vacation home, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Happy that Starlight was a great choice where your family could relax and enjoy being together. That's exactly why we built Starlight by the Sea! Family fun for all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent 2 wonderful weeks here. The house has everything you could possibly need. While not super huge,it's just right and the deck is crazy big. My furbabies loved it there.We spent alot of time on the deck. The view was wonderful.Joy was such a pleasure to deal with.We laughed we cried we drank lol. If you have a chance to vacation here,do it. You won't regret it. Can't wait to go back. It was truly wonderful.I considered it my little piece of heaven while we were there.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2026
Thank you for your wonderful description of your vacation at Starlight by the Sea. We, also, feel like we are in a little bit of heaven when we are at Starlight, and have a difficult time leaving. Glad that you took home a lot of great memories and are looking forward to returning.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly. Wonderful hostess!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thank you so much. We look forward to having you again this fall.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect location. Everything is just as the pictures show. Clean, beautiful property. Awesome location! Would definitely stay there again !
View from Amazing deck
Bruno gives it 2 thumbs up !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Glad you enjoyed your vacation at Starlight by the Sea. Love the pictures! Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for pets. Great view of the Gulf.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Thank you for your 5 star review. Very happy you and your doggies had another enjoyable vacation at Starlight by the Sea. We greatly appreciate our repeat guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy was a fantastic host!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you for the 5 star review. We enjoyed having you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful 2 weeks. The peacefulness and comfort was the best. Starlight by the Sea had everything we needed and more. We have already booked for next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2026
Thank you for your nice review and we look forward to having you again next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy and Bob are wonderful hosts! This is a very relaxing place. Our family, including our two dogs, felt right at home. We enjoyed the beach and the breeze on the deck while sunning. Very laid back area with cool wildlife. Herons and a bald eagle regularly around the beach as are other shore birds.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you for your 5 star review. I am glad your family enjoyed a relaxing vacation at Starlight by the Sea, and are thinking of Spring Break next year. Have a great year and we look forward to having you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our fifth year in Indian Pass and our third stay at Starlight by the Sea. We keep returning because it’s such a perfect spot for our dogs—they absolutely love the porch, and so do we. The location is ideal: peaceful, uncrowded, and with beautiful sunrise views right from the porch. Joy is always wonderful to work with and truly an exceptional host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2026
Thank you so much for choosing our home for your Indian Pass vacations. We already look forward to having you again next year. We feel the same way as you about Starlight, peaceful, relaxing, plus there's no better way to wake up than with those beautiful sunrises! Our dog, Bear, agrees! Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, comfortable stay, and excellent hosts. Easy and clear check-in/check-out process and pet friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Starlight By the Sea is one of the most peaceful places by the water I’ve ever stayed… Every sunset and every sunrise is spectacular! Joy is a wonderful host! I’ve been coming here for probably 20 years! The place has everything you need to relax, kayak over to the island, grill if you want, walk the beach, etc. Joy the host is such a delight! She makes sure your stay is peaceful and you have everything you need!!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2026
We are always happy to see another booking for you and the precious terriers, Seva and Irving. Love seeing their pictures in their favorite Starlight spots. Thank you for choosing our home for your "home away from home" through the years. We appreciate your review and glad you had another great Starlight vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Great place to stay for a quiet vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you, Brian, for your 5 star review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at "Starlight by the Sea" and hope you will come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Moon rise over St Vincent Is

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2025
We’re glad you enjoyed your vacation at Starlight by the Sea.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday stay

Great holiday getaway, pet friendly and an amazing view!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2024
Glad you enjoyed your Thanksgiving at Starlight by the Sea, and that the gorgeous view was enjoyed by all. Thank you for submitting your 5 star review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our time at Starlight by the Sea. This was our first time at Indian Pass and fell in love. We especially loved the location of this house. The hosts were incredibly nice and very helpful. Hoping to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for your 5 star review. I'm glad you enjoyed your first vacation at Indian Pass and Starlight by the Sea. We hope you will have many more. We enjoyed having you. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great week!

Such a relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2023
Happy you returned to Starlight by the Sea and had some good relaxation time. Always nice to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great views, great owner

We really enjoyed our stay. The house is in great shape, the views are spectacular and owner was very helpful. I'll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
Thank you for the great review. Look forward to having you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great trip

Our third stay at Starlight which was, as always, great. Our dogs love the large deck and easy access to the beach. We will be back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2025
We loved seeing your 4th booking next year and look forward to having you again. It is our goal to have our guests feel at home at Starlight by the Sea, and want to return again and again. Thank you for choosing our home again.
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