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Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ. Snowbirds welcomed!
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9
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Port St. Joe, FL
- Place, Port Saint Joe City Hall3 min walk
- Place, Gulf County Welcome Center8 min walk
- Place, Port St. Joe Marina9 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1 with full bath
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 (Queen + Bunk Bed)
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1 (in Bedroom 1)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ. Snowbirds welcomed!
**Snowbirds rentals ( please message me directly if you are looking to rent ( perks: pet allowed and discounted rates) Skippers Beacon, unbeatable location and ideal home with large front and back yard perfect for parking up to three boats with multiple boat ramps. marina so close. This perfect getaway is located in the heart of Historic Downtown Port St. Joe Reid Street walking distance to downtown PSJ ( Reid Street) to restaurants, shops and many more. Our home has Welcome center is near lighthouse. Our renovated cottage so so much to offer including not only our location but also our well stocked amenities for kitchen ( please message me if you have any questions on what all we have.. too many to list) Lots of games, cards, and puzzles. Also have lots of outdoor amenities as well including 2 bikes cruisers with basket ( bike lock provided… trail near our house, bocce ball, pickleball paddle with balls, croquet, football, air compressor, frisbee, soccer ball, several extra long hoses to rinsing off boats, multiple chairs for outside. We also provide beach amenities including bocce ball, beach chairs, coolers, kids beach toys, large umbrella, floats, air compressor to use, skim and boogie board. I also have a shibumi shade ( please message me of interested in using) Both front and back porch a view of the Lighthouse. Our covered front porch is such a perfect place to sit read, listen to music, paint while listening to wind chimes with view of lighthouse. Our spacious fenced backyard has plenty of seating, fire pit, charcoal grill, covered area on back porch which also has a beautiful view of the lighthouse as well as the sun setting. Our home has three bedrooms/2 full baths, large open plan with living area and dining area which table can seat up to eight. Our home also has another sitting area in back of home which is perfect for a kids playroom, reading books, or just chatting ( adjacent to the kitchen). Our home invites all travelers of all kind including any who works remote with our excellent internet connection. We welcome snowbirds ( please message if interested in longer than one month and also to find out perks. Come on down to experience the best of the Forgotten Coast. So many options and our home is centrally located. Walk/bike to downtown Reid Street with many shops and highly rated restaurants ( breakfast,lunch, dinner and dessert) We are in prime location in Downtown PSJ and close waking distance to most of our amazing festivals of the amazing festivals, pickleball court, boat ramps right in middle of amazing beaches nearby ( St Joe Beach, Cape San Blas and Mexico Beach. Please check out Visit Gulf County and it has all upcoming events and great information on site.
Discover the rich history, small-town charm, and serene white sand beaches of Forgotten Coast..Whether you're into boating, water activities, or simply unwinding, our charming cottage provides the perfect retreat ( vacation, place to work remote) Enjoy the mulitple sunset spots anywhere along coast from St Joe Beach, multiple marinas to to gulf, river and St. Joseph's Bay. Famous Apalachicola is only 25 minute away.
Explore nearby attractions like St. Joe Beach, Windmark Beach, and the pickleball courts, playground at Frank Pate Park—all just minutes away. For a contactless experience, our property is set up for easy entry, and we're always reachable through the VrBO message app.
Explore nearby attractions like St. Joe Bay, St. Joe Beach, Mexico Beach, Cape San Blas, and more—all within a short drive. Enjoy the unique experience of horseback riding on the beach at Salinas Park or take a ferry to St. Vincent Island for wildlife and natural beauty.
Discover the historical fishing community of Apalachicola just 30 miles away for a day of shopping and some great seafood.
We can't wait for you to enjoy our home as much as we do—whether it's relaxing on the back deck, exploring the area, or savoring the local cuisine.
Discover the rich history, small-town charm, and serene white sand beaches of Forgotten Coast..Whether you're into boating, water activities, or simply unwinding, our charming cottage provides the perfect retreat ( vacation, place to work remote) Enjoy the mulitple sunset spots anywhere along coast from St Joe Beach, multiple marinas to to gulf, river and St. Joseph's Bay. Famous Apalachicola is only 25 minute away.
Explore nearby attractions like St. Joe Beach, Windmark Beach, and the pickleball courts, playground at Frank Pate Park—all just minutes away. For a contactless experience, our property is set up for easy entry, and we're always reachable through the VrBO message app.
Explore nearby attractions like St. Joe Bay, St. Joe Beach, Mexico Beach, Cape San Blas, and more—all within a short drive. Enjoy the unique experience of horseback riding on the beach at Salinas Park or take a ferry to St. Vincent Island for wildlife and natural beauty.
Discover the historical fishing community of Apalachicola just 30 miles away for a day of shopping and some great seafood.
We can't wait for you to enjoy our home as much as we do—whether it's relaxing on the back deck, exploring the area, or savoring the local cuisine.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Welcome to your cozy beach house offering a blend of tranquility and convenience
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
10-prior approval required+extra costs will incur
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Port St. Joe
Located by the sea, this cottage is in Downtown Port St. Joe, a neighbourhood in Port St. Joe. Centennial Building and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park. Beacon Hill Park and Mexico Beach Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port St. Joe, FL
What's nearby
- Port Theatre Art and Culture Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Port Saint Joe City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- George Core Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Gulf County Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Port St. Joe Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min walk
- Hungry Howies Pizza - 7 min walk
- The Brick Wall Sports Bar And Grill - 5 min walk
- Hunt’s Oyster Bar & Seafood On St. Joe Bay - 7 min drive
- Uptown Raw Bar And Grill - 5 min walk
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
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10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
5 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey F.
27 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay.
Jeffrey F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
4 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan L.
12 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
DeAnna T.
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
DeAnna T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah H.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay 2025
Deborah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brent H.
3 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Down town
Brent H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
17 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Twynette E.
1 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Getaway!
Twynette E.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
21 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!
Amy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
James C.
30 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing and scalloping Friendly!
James C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason H.
5 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Jason H.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca H.
8 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rebecca H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
carissa c.
4 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
carissa c.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren L.
30 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short family trip
Lauren L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
linda B.
20 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SnowBirds :)
linda B.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam S.
11 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PSJ Vacay
Sam S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Joan D.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joan D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elaine P.
23 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Fishing Vacation;
Elaine P.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marti W.
19 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PSJ Perfection
Marti W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee d.
3 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Weekend with Family
Lee d.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christi B.
8 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing long weekend
Christi B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brooke B.
1 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!!
Brooke B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ron H.
21 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ron H.
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2026
4/10 Poor
Jim M.
23 Aug, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Jim M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kristen Dodson
Hi! My name is Kristen and I’m
From Tallahassee. My husband and my
Sister in-law inherited this beautifully renovated home from their Dad,
Wally. He went to high school here and ended up moving east to be with his wife… which they are reunited again.
After my mother in law passing, Wallly’s true north& his heart ( friends and family) has always been in Port St Joe and moved back. After our family coming here … We fell in love with this community, Port St Jor and have alwayd come to visit. Wr hope you love this home and community as much as we do 🥰 We named our home Skippers Beacon ( his love of the water, boating and the lighthouse that he’d look at while drinking his morning coffee on fromy : back porch.
From Tallahassee. My husband and my
Sister in-law inherited this beautifully renovated home from their Dad,
Wally. He went to high school here and ended up moving east to be with his wife… which they are reunited again.
After my mother in law passing, Wallly’s true north& his heart ( friends and family) has always been in Port St Joe and moved back. After our family coming here … We fell in love with this community, Port St Jor and have alwayd come to visit. Wr hope you love this home and community as much as we do 🥰 We named our home Skippers Beacon ( his love of the water, boating and the lighthouse that he’d look at while drinking his morning coffee on fromy : back porch.
Why they chose this property
Location, location..location! 😁
What makes this property unique
Renovated charming cottage located in residential/business district that has a huge front & back yard perfect for multiple boat parking, literally just steps away from Historic Downtown Port St Joe ( Reid Street) and closet to marina, boat ramps, festivals, lighthouse view ( on same street) Lots of amenities ( kitchen, home, outdoor and beach) Large fenced in yard to chill out, play football, soccet, bocce ball, croquet)
Languages:
English, Local (sign language)
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