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Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Place, Port Saint Joe City Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf County Welcome Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back Room/office

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!

Experience the charm of a Florida cottage-style home in the heart of Port St. Joe, just half a block from St. Joe Bay! The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare your fresh catch, while the spacious patio boasts two ceramic grills, a Blackstone griddle, a fryer/steamer, and a fish cleaning table. You can even catch your favorite game on the 55" TV while you cook. With all these amenities, dining out becomes optional!

The fully fenced backyard provides a secure and enjoyable space for your dogs. The large driveway accommodates up to four vehicles or an offshore-sized boat with a vehicle. Prefer to explore? Everything in town is within walking distance!

The master bedroom features a king-size bed with blackout curtains for restful sleep—so comfortable that guests frequently ask where we got the mattress! The second bedroom includes a queen bed and an armoire to keep your belongings organized. At the back of the house, a bright and spacious room overlooks the patio and features a twin-over-full bunk bed, a desk, and a 32" monitor with a printer/scanner/copier—perfect for booking a fishing trip or getting work done without squinting at your laptop.

The home includes two recently remodeled bathrooms—one between the bedrooms with a tub/shower combo and another near the bunk room with a walk-in shower, ideal for guests with mobility concerns. A gas-powered tankless water heater ensures endless hot water.

The kitchen is stocked with high-end dishes, silverware, and cookware, along with a reverse osmosis system providing clean drinking water at the sink and to the ice maker. In the evenings, unwind on the screened front porch in our hand-built swing while watching golf carts pass by on the town’s only designated route. Or, relax in the spacious living room with plush new leather furniture.

This home is designed for comfort, convenience, and a true Port St. Joe experience!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Do not leave pet waste. Sorry, no cats. Allergy.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Do not park in the grass. Park only in the driveway.
There is to be NO SMOKING in the property. This includes the front porch.
Do not tamper with internet connection or smart home devices. Turning off internet will result in eviction without refund.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2953546vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saint Joe Beach and Port St. Joe Beach. Frank Pate Park and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Port Saint Joe City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port Theatre Art and Culture Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gulf County Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • George Core Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪St. Joe Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mill Mercantile & Social - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!?

As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities! on 18 September 2026 start from NZ$536, 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 Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Florida Cottage – Steps from St. Joe Bay with Top-Notch Amenities! located?

Located in Downtown Port St. Joe, this holiday home is steps away from Frank Pate Park and Port Saint Joe City Hall. Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and George Core Park are also within 10 minutes.

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. 23 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

J D B.

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

Very nice stay in an excellent location!

The house is nice, we really enjoyed the front and back porch, and the location is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This quiet little house in Port St. Joe was the perfect vacation getaway. The homeowner thoughtfully provided a book with the history of the home, along with helpful information and answers to common questions. It was a wonderful touch and a great resource during our stay.Our daughter absolutely loved the front porch bed swing—it quickly became her favorite spot to relax. The home comfortably accommodated six adults, and the back porch was always breezy and inviting, with plenty of games provided for everyone to enjoy.We also appreciated the fish-cleaning table, which was a great amenity to have available. The homeowner was responsive and wonderful to work with whenever we needed assistance with something during our stay.Overall, we had a fantastic experience and will definitely be renting this home again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

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

Weekend stay in Port St Joe

Great house, super easy and short walk to Reid avenue. Wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home!! The house was clean and had everything you would need. The backyard was awesome for our K9. The location was so convenient to the restaurants. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramona S.

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

Family vacay

Very convenient and clean and easy communication with the host
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Fantastic amenities

Everything was just as described. All of the amenities was exactly as advertised. Clean and ready early. Easy check in and check out. Highly recommended by my whole family. 7 of us was very comfortable in this home for our vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Port St. Joe

Comfortable house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billie S.

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

Sea esta

Had a great time! Quiet neighborhood but still close to everything in downtown area and close to marina!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
Thank you Billie! I don't typically make it home before cleaning has been there but I did this time and WOW! If everyone treated our home like you did, I'd have a leg to stand on to get the cleaning fee reduced. Thank you again and please remember us next time you go to PSJ.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart C.

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

Fantastic Trip!

This home was perfect for our family of 5 and 2 dogs. Walking distance to downtown shopping and restaurants. Quick drive to everything else! Cozy, relaxing and everything you should need for your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

LOCATION

The house was good, bed was comfortable, and place to park the boat! It’s a short walk to the bay and downtown PSJ. The host was great and quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Phenomenal stay in Port St Joe

This property is a great place to stay in Port St Joe. Walking distance to everything. Pet Friendly and perfectly laid out for pets. My wife and I enjoyed staying here with our 8 year old Golden Retriever. Highly recommend if you are looking for something in the area. We will definitely be coming back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

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

306 6th Street

No surprises, house was clean, ample parking. Animal friendly. Check in was seamless, Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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

great stay

new favorite place to stay at in port st joe. the property was so nice, everything was clean and above our expectations. the dogs could play bc of the fenced in back yard. the host was able to be reached and responded quickly and was so nice and helpful. 10/10 for sure, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute home!

We had a great time at the home and it fit our needs perfectly! We truly enjoyed the location to downtown and the covered back patio with Cornhole and Jenga! It took us a minute to figure out some meals without having an oven or standard microwave, but there were so many other options that it wasn't a problem!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Cute home, great location

Nicely renovated cottage home in PERFECT location for enjoying Port St. Joe. Owner very accessible, friendly, and responsive. Home is easy walking distance to St. Joseph Bay, downtown restaurants, shopping. Having bicycles available was also a big plus! Our Mini Schnauzer loved the fenced in yard as well. Would highly recommend Sea Esta!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 February 2023
Thank you Mary! Please, come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Great VRBO rental

Had a wonderful stay at PCJ. Lacey was a excellent host. Her communication with us was great. The house was in a perfect location and had everything we needed and more. Enjoyed walking to the bay to see the beautiful sunsets. Enjoyed the front porch with the swing also. Thanks againLacey
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Bucket List Bowfishing Adventure in PSJ

Everything was perfect! Thank you Lacye. The fenced in backyard was perfect for both K9s and humans. The location was superb and I enjoyed reading your backstory about the property. We had a fantastic time bowfishing. We enjoyed the sea turtle conservatory too. Thank you for letting us stay at your awesome Sea-Esta.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures does not do this place justice. The owner has it set up so cute inside and there’s a full entertainment area on the back patio. Perfect for your furry friends too. We brought our lab and it was nice to have a fully fenced in area where we could hang out and have fun but also not have to worry about him running off. Property manager is super friendly and responsive. Area of cottage is in walking distance to everything in downtown Port St Joe and feels safe. We will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Clean with the best host you will ever find

The place was just what we wanted but the host is by far the best we have stayed with, the place was really clean and has everything you need. The beds were comfortable, the back patio was really nice to relax on especially hearing the rain on the roof. You can't find another place that is so conveniently located, you can walk to everything in town and the property has plenty of parking. I will definitely be staying again, like I said the host was best we have encountered, she keeps the place clean and is very helpful, they even put me on one of their fishing spots that produced a decent red.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It's hard to know which good thing to talk about first, but I'm going to start with the owners. Easily the most engaged owners I've ever dealt with. Easy to reach. Eager to help. They live close and offered several times to come help in person. Truly a joy to work with. The owners are honestly reason enough to rent this house!The house is also great! It's very charming and has tons of character. The beds are incredibly comfortable. The bathrooms were well stocked. If you like to cook on vacation this is your dream! The kitchen is super well stocked, and the outdoor cooking setup is awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Fantastic - Feels Like Home

Have you ever visited an area and thought-I could live here? This rental adds to that feeling. Loved the location. House was very clean and had so many touches that made you feel at home. Great downtown area! We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lacye Mills

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Why they chose this property

Walking distance to city pier and boat ramp with room for boat parking.

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