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Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly

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Screened in porch for morning coffee or evening drinks
Large spacious fenced in yard with fire pit
Large kitchen - great for cooking meals together
Bunk room - great for the kiddos -bedroom #3
Large main bedroom with private bath - bedroom #1
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Port St. Joe, FL
  • Popular LocationSaint Joe Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMexico Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWindmark Beach13 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Manatees Rest, a St. Joe's gem! This beach cottage has undergone a spectacular renovation and now offers the comfort and convenience to ensure you have an amazing, unforgettable vacation. Enjoy laidback, coastal vibes, lots of outdoor space, and being only 2 blocks from the beach!

*Savor coastal evenings around the fire pit
*Relax in the screened porch
*Want to bring your boat? We have parking!
*Furry friends welcomed
*Free golf cart & outdoor game
*Please be sure to read over our house rules before booking.

*Our golf cart is available to use with a signed waiver. Please note that golf carts are NOT allowed to cross Hwy 98.

*Pitzer Properties owns 5 homes within steps of each other so it makes for a great multi-group getaway where each family can still have their own space and privacy, yet can be neighbors to their family and friends. Reach out to us directly for more details!

*Our home is fully fenced in which works great for pets. We offer dog shampoo and dog towels so that guests can rinse dogs in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. Our pet guests also get a dog bed and dog couch cover so that they can take an awesome nap after playing all day.

*VRBO and direct booking cancelations will incur credit card fees of 4% of total booking.

We manage remotely, but are available by phone, email or text. If there's an emergency our turnover team is in the area and can be available.
St Joe’s Beach is a lovely community of beach homes and cottages located in an area of the Forgotten Coast. It’s quite laid back and friendly and you will see lots of people walking or golf-carting to the beach because there are multiple access points.

Walk to the beach and enjoy all that it has to offer. You are also just minutes from great restaurants like The View and Shipwreck. Charter a boat, explore the state parks, or take a drive to the Cape!

Guests will have access to the entire house, with the exception of 2 outdoor sheds. There is ample parking for cars as well as a boat or RV.

There is also a free golf cart guests may use.

Manatees Rest is where coastal charm meets modern comfort. Inside our home, you will find 3 cozy bedrooms, with 1 king-sized bed, 1 queen-sized bed, and 1 bunk bed. The home has 2 full bathrooms complete with complimentary toiletries.

The large kitchen and dining area offer plenty of space for preparing a delicious meal and are fully stocked for your convenience. There is also a BBQ grill outside for use. Relax in our super comfy living room or in the screened porch with plenty of seating.

Enjoy the outside space! With a large deck, ample seating, an outdoor shower, a fire pit, and plenty of games, we’re sure you’ll spend lots of time in the yard! We hope you have as much fun playing the outdoor games as we do! Beach essentials like chairs and towels are provided, as well as dog supplies.

Need to get some work done or do a wash during your stay? No problem - we have lots of space in the common areas for setting up a laptop, and a washer/dryer can be found in the home as well.

There is free parking onsite. Guests can easily walk to the beach. Our golf cart is available to use with a signed waiver, however, please note that golf carts are NOT allowed to cross Hwy 98. All homes in the first block have a 20 ft easement that allows people to park golf carts along grass lines and then walk across the street to the beach. All beach areas are public except for the area around a home on the ocean side.

Property manager

Raeanna Pitzer
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. Mexico Beach Marina and Saint Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Joe Beach and Beacon Hill Park.
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Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Saint Joe Beach - 6 min walk
  • Mexico Beach - 5 min drive
  • Windmark Beach - 13 min drive
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 22 min drive
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Express lane Food Mart - 7 min drive
  • Shipwreck Raw Bar - 12 min walk
  • Shell Shack - 10 min drive
  • Graba Java Internet Cafe - 9 min drive
  • View On Old 98 - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Beach Home: Boat Parking + Golf Cart + Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port St. Joe holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saint Joe Beach and Windmark Beach. Mexico Beach and Beacon Hill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KH
very relaxing location, loved every minute
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manatee Rest is Best
We can not brag enough about Manatee Rest! It was so perfect! Neighborhood was great for walking and golf cart rides. The house had literally everything you need. Also so clean and well decorated. Home away from home. Owner was so easy to work with. The beach was smooth as glass which my dog enjoyed. Dog friendly home with sweet treats and dog friendly beach was all perfect. We will have to return again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbi G., Gurley, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Little House at Port St. Joe
We came for a week to celebrate our anniversary and this cute house was just the best! We were able to bring our pups with the totally fenced yard. The home had every comfort of home and then some! Raeanna was quick to respond with a couple questions we had and very helpful. Would totally recommend staying at Manatees Rest!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEANNIE K., Berea,us

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well deserved beach vacation!
Great vacation rental for the dogs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PERFECT!
Perfect for us! 3 adults & 2 small kids. Quiet neighborhood. Loved fenced yard & outdoor shower. Kids loved thier room! Very clean & comfortable! Loved the little touches for dog and sweet surprise in fridge for us! :) Short golf cart ride to beach! We loved it! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Raeanna Pitzer

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We are Pitzer Properties and we are a family run business focusing on short term and mid term rentals in the Port St Joe area. We strive hard to host each guest and make sure their vacation is one filled with wonderful memories of our amazing small town.

Why they chose this property

This property has been a stable beach rental for years. It just went through a complete makeover adding a master bathroom and all new furnishings. We gave it a new face lift and it is now ready to take on new guests. You have everything you need here for a wonderful vacation with the family!

What makes this property unique

One unique benefit of this home is that it is completely fenced in. So if you have little ones or fur babies you can let them out to play and know that they are secure. We also love the outdoor shower, outdoor fire pit, screened in back porch and large front deck. Inside the living area is perfect large couch to curl up and watch a movie or play a game on our gaming table. Dinner can be served up effortlessly in our complete and fully stocked kitchen. Manatee's rest is perfectly located so that it's an easy walk to the beach. Enjoy the sunset while lighting a fire in the fire pit.

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English

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