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The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.

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A covered outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a fan.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious living room with a round wicker coffee table, white sofas, and a side table with lamps.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with chairs, a trash can, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Saint Joe Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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St Joe Beach, FL
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Beacon Hill Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
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About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is near the beach. Mexico Beach and Constitution Convention Museum State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beacon Hill Park and Mexico Beach Park. Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park 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 hunting and hiking nearby.
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Map
St Joe Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Saint Joe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beacon Hill Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mexico Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 26 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center - 32 min drive - 39.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Forgotten Coast Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shipwreck - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Mill Mercantile & Social - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shell Shack - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Saint Joe Beach, Beacon Hill Park and Windmark Beach. Mexico Beach is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super clean and spacious home, great beach amenities available, super easy walk to the beach, and the host was super responsive when I sent her any questions. Great nearby restraunts as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, just had a couple of issues that were addressed by the property manager in a reasonable time frame. Would definitely use this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The property is just as described. This property was very clean and stocked with everything you could think of. The host is very responsive and friendly, even helped us locate local things in the area to do. We would definitely stay here Again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2026
Thank you so much!! Hope you will be back again soon!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Had everything you would need for a stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful location and spacious rental!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great property for family. Away from noise and traffic of Hwy 98.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2025
Thank you. Hope you will be a return guest!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family friendly.

Good place for a family stay. Nice and quiet area. Beach was nice and not crowded.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Clean and well equipped. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hidden gem

The place had everything you need. My family enjoyed the place really well. The kitchen especially allowed us to have quality family time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual family vaca

Beautifully decorated and comfortable. We had 6 adults and 2 kids and plenty of room. Having a washer/dryer is a must for beach vacations. This property did t disappoint. Close proximity to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great for a family that likes to cook and eat together.

If you enjoy time with your family and like cooking and spending time around the dinner table this is a great place to stay. The wide open kitchen is with cooking appliances and the large dining table and bar will accommodate a full house and then some.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short stay

This home was a great place for our family to stay while on vacation. The home was clean and the location was reasonably close to a nice public beach access. There was fenced in back yard where our dogs could play off leash.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September get away

This was our second time staying at this property. Loved the sunsets at the beach every night. Quiet neighborhood. Get place to just relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
Thank you and hope you stay again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Choice for Beach Vacation

This property is amazing! It’s located on a very quiet street with a short walk to the beach. The home was immaculately clean and stocked with anything you might need. Our host was very helpful when we had a question. We highly recommend this property for your vacation! We will be renting again for our next beach vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little hideaway

We had a few mishaps, just makes the stories more interesting!, but everything was resolved quickly. It is a good walk from the beach, the golf cart is great for hauling back and forth. There was a lot of thought put into this rental to make a great vacation for any visitors. We would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was central to where we wanted to be. Everything we needed was stocked. Quiet neighborhood. Just seconds from the beach. My family felt comfortable and safe. We loved every minute. We will keep an eye out for this property for our next trip down here. Thank you guys for making our trip a wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful inside a hidden jem is correct. Easy to get to, clear instructions for entry, beach close by. Three blocks to the beach from this lovely home. We cooked every dinner in the home in the well stocked kitchen. Dishwasher available for easy clean up. Two bathrooms and hot water for each of us. Washer and dryer also on premises for guest. I didn’t see a broom but I used the vacuum while I was there. WiFi was good. One of my adult daughters still had to report to classes online while we were there. Great neighborhood very quiet and safe. We enjoyed our stay very much. I did forget to sign the guest book before I left I would like to say thank you for letting us rent your beautiful home it was very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Weekend Getaway

This listing was spot on. When I say the owner has covered everything, they have everything covered. Yes, it's 2 1/2 blocks from the beach, and there is a golf cart available for rent. Storage building with chairs and floats, Grill, and well-stocked kitchen. Our family will defiantly stay here again. The owner answered all my questions in a timely manner. Great stay and St Joe Beach was beautiful and not crowded. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Maria's place was great! Her home was stocked with everything you think you might need. She really means it when she says just bring your clothes and food. Very spacious, stayed cool inside the whole time without any adjustments to the thermostat and nice neighbors. The beach experience was the best one yet. Not crowded at all no matter the time of day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
Thanks you so much!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

We had a wonderful time this week! The house is very spacious and had everything we needed. It’s a 3 block walk to the beach. It was hot but doable! There were more people on the beach than the last time we were in this area five years ago but you still have plenty of elbow room. The only problem is the week went by too fast! We love this area and can’t wait till we can get back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach vacation

The house was in a good location close enough to the beach for an easy walk or very short drive. Having the beach chairs, wagon, umbrellas, ect onsite was a big plus and saved us from having to pack all that extra stuff for our group. The beds are ok comfort wise, and if you moved most objects on any counter you could see where things dont always get cleaned thoroughly. If you have small children (2 or less, we had our 9 month old) then you need to be really careful because the house has some raised tile with sharp edges (fire place)in the living room that was a constant scare for a crawling/learning to stand child. Overall it was a decent stay. The neighborhood and neighbors were very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

It was close to the beach, maybe 3 blocks. So. very close, and they had a golf cart so you basically just drive down the street and in 5 minutes you're swimming. In addition to the beach creatures, I also enjoyed the frogs, turtles, and raccoons that came out at night. There is construction going on still in the area but if your looking for a quiet beach vacation this is the place. Plus, panama city beach is about 45 minutes away if you need that other stuff. The house was stocked and we didnt need to bring anything but our personal stuff. The owner called and checked in on us the first night. The whole family enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
What great guest to have!! Thank you staying with us! Hope you return soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place and comfortable

The home was great but for two issues 1. The closet in the bedroom had a stinky smell that spreads across if AC is not running. 2. The first bathroom door was not locking, so whoever using the bathroom was not feelojgnt much comfortable. If the twoinor issues are taken care off, this is a great place to stay and owner was very prompt in responding to question's
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2023
The master bedroom closet is a cedar closet so that is what you were smelling. Thanks for letting me know about the lock issue- will be fixed today.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Oldie but a Goodie

This is an older mobile home that is kept very clean. It was comfortable and had EVERYTHING we needed and more. I have stayed in high-end homes/condos that were not as well stocked. The home owner has thought of everything. Check-in was a breeze. We walked the two blocks to and from the beach with no problem. There was ample parking for the family and the boat. My only suggestion would be a 10:30 check out time. Packing up everything and getting the kids out the door by 9 was challenging. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gene

the house was wonderful very roomy fully supplied homey comfortable nice, i mean just great; the cart was slow it worked good just slow, had lot of beach equipment everything worked as should, out side the grass had not been cut it was high black seeds getting on wifes long dress; but with beach wear not bad justs looks bad; there was paper on the grown at the outside trash cans but we cleaned it up; And that is not the owners falt; that would be the vebo rentals job; and the Cleaning folks -and no i did not ask for any kind of reimbursement, i even lift the sat evening rather than sun morning; but this is a great place to stay 3 blocks from beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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