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The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, table tennis, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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St. Joe, FL
  • Popular LocationMoney Bayou1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort St. Joe Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndian Pass Beach7 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)93 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast

The Beach House is a home like no other. Built by Curt in 2014, this cottage is nestled within the palms of a large, serene corner lot on the beautiful Forgotten Coast. The quiet area around the house allows for a relaxing trip with uncrowded beaches. Light-washed hardwood runs floor to ceiling throughout the home and the large windows provide spectacular views of the surrounding environment. Our private access trail across the street, outdoor shower, and water hose make beach trips a breeze. This coastal area is pet-friendly and offers many enjoyable possibilities including peaceful strolls on the beautiful beaches, swimming, sun bathing, boating, snorkeling, fishing, crabbing, scalloping and surfing. Beach equipment including golf carts, canoes, kayaks, and extra chairs can be rented nearby.

The balconies are great for watching the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, as well as for wildlife viewing. Bottlenose dolphins are often seen swimming by, even from the house. Loggerhead sea turtles make their nests on our beaches from May through October. The empty lot across Hall street is a State Preserve where eagles are viewed almost daily. Also, be sure to listen out for the mockingbird family that lives nearby! It is not uncommon to see one sit on the roof to recite his songs for the day.

The Beach House is a custom built two-story home with two bedrooms, two full baths, a large kitchen and family room, and a private breakfast room with spectacular views to enjoy your morning coffee. The house sleeps eight, with a queen size bed in each bedroom, and two pull out queen size sofa beds in the living room. There are porches on both the front and back of the home. The back porch is screened and there are small open deck porches off of each bedroom which are excellent for greeting the morning sun or watching the stars at night.

The Beach House contains a fully equipped kitchen, a utility room with a washer and dryer, wi-fi, and a smart TV with streaming capabilities and Hulu+ access for live channels. The private breakfast room and family room offer excellent beach views. The house has central heating and air conditioning and ceiling fans are installed in most rooms. The large yard includes outdoor grills and a cement breezeway under the house complete with a wooden porch swing, picnic table, and ping pong table for entertaining and enjoying the outdoors.

This coastal area offers one of the last beautiful private and peaceful beaches in Florida, where you can collect a variety of sea shells, appreciate wildlife, and enjoy the peace and beauty of The Uncommon Florida. If you're looking for a beautiful, one of a kind home on a quiet beach to relax and enjoy the wonders of Florida's Forgotten Coast, the Beach House is the place!

- The Indian Pass Raw Bar is a unique restaurant with a rich history. With a 2 minute drive, you can enjoy delicious, local seafood including oysters, stuffed shrimp, and crab legs. Outside they often have live music or karaoke. Be sure to mark your hometown on the map inside!
- Less than 15 minutes west, you will find the city of Port St. Joe where you can enjoy fine dining, great shopping, outdoor adventures, and other entertainment.
- The St. Joseph Peninsula State Park located on Cape San Blas is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches. You can rent canoes and kayaks or launch your own boat into the pristine waters of St. Joe Bay.
- Another interesting and educational place to visit is the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve which is located approximately 30 miles to the east. Free to the public, the nature center at the Reserve offers educational exhibits and aquaria featuring local fish, turtles and other wildlife. This is a family favorite.
- If you enjoy shopping in small eclectic shops, you will want to visit the historic town of Apalachicola to the east and enjoy some delicious, fresh seafood while you're there. This is also a great place to pick up some local tupelo honey to bring home.

Property manager

Curt and Linda Allen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking on site
  • Bicycle storage on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beach House Florida's Forgotten Coast St. Joe
Beach House Florida's Forgotten Coast
Beach Florida's Forgotten Coast St. Joe
The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast Port St. Joe
The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast St. Joe
Beach Florida's Forgotten Coast
The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast
The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast Port St. Joe

About the neighborhood

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is near the beach. St Joseph Bay Golf Club 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 Money Bayou and Port St. Joe Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Money Bayou - 1 min walk
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 3 min walk
  • Indian Pass Beach - 7 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 9 min drive
  • Beach - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Indian Pass Raw Bar - 2 min drive
  • Scallop Republic - 4 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Coffee Shop - 11 min drive
  • Weber's Little Donut Shop - 11 min drive
  • Triple Tails - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Beach House on Florida's Forgotten Coast located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Money Bayou and Port St. Joe Beach. Indian Pass Beach and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 141 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 141 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura B., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
The beach house provided the perfect relaxing getaway for our family of 4 - we had a great stay! The walk to the beach was quick and easy (and the provided cart was a nice bonus!), and the home was clean, well stocked, and had everything we needed. The owners were also wonderful, kind and responsive! Thank you for a great stay, we hope we can return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House Cillaxin'
What a great prperty! We have fantastic support and communication with the owner. Very close to the beach and within a short distance of all the local fun stuff.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT Get-a-way!
Very relaxing, easy access to beach, and beatiful views! Wished we could stay longer.Host was great and responsive! Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

marianne z., pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Very comfortable place and close to the beach!! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off Season Delight
The Beach House is a beautiful and comfortable respite. Spacious, well kept accommodations, beautiful views from every deck and window, easy access to miles of isolated beach, well stocked home and very clean. Perfect for all weather days. Our stay was a delight. Curt is an exceptional and responsive host. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
RELAXING
It was a great location, just yards from the beach and could see the beach from the house. The pups were very comfortable from the time we got there until we left. The place was very clean and had everything we needed. The hosts (Curt & Linda) were extremely friendly and communicated quite well. Wonderful hospitality which included a tasty seafood gift. I would certainly consider staying here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful house on a secluted beach
The house was even more beautiful in person. The beach was quiet, the house beautifully decorated in coastal style.There are some very good dive bars nearby, as well as the Saint Joseph Peninsula National Park. I couldn't recommend the place highly enough.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
We loved the beach house! The ocean view was amazing and the house is exactly what we were looking for - laidback with a taste of old Florida. It had everything we needed and more. We also loved the area, with the mix of the cute town of Port St. Joe and the state park on the Cape. Everyone we met was amazingly kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing beach house
We had a wonderful stay! The house is even more spacious and bright than it appears the pictures. Some places that allow dogs have traces of that, but Curt’s place was super clean and smelled great when we arrived. Tons of bath and beach towels and paper products! There are small portable fans in each bedroom for white noise, in addition to ceiling fans for comfort and the house upstairs and down stayed incredibly cool for our whole visit. Easy walk to a large very uncrowded beach! We had a couple of days of clear, beautiful water in the gulf even with yellow flags. One tip and one recommendation: we brought a 50 foot expandable hose to clean off the dogs and beach chairs etc using the outdoor spigot and one day we rented a pontoon from Bayou Boat Rentals and explored the bay and saw amazing sea life (8 sea turtles!). We loved the solitude and peace at this beach and beach house! The house’s fabulous screened porch and front deck area are surrounded by palms which is so relaxing and also creates tons of privacy. As much as we want to keep our discovery of the forgotten coast of FL to ourselves so that is continues to be forgotten, we would highly recommend this place to anyone that asks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olivia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip/Father’s Day 2023
We brought our pets for the first time to the beach. (They didn’t like the ocean much lol) The house was clean very cutely decorated and had everything we needed to cook and enjoy ourselves. There were deer flies that came out late in the evening but we discovered the bug spray they provided and was not a problem after that. We really enjoyed the porches as it did rain everyday we were there. It was a short walk through the path to the beach. Awesome place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation!!!!
First I want to say that Curt is by far the best host we have ever had! He makes everything so easy! We loved all the “extras” he includes at the house like paper towels and toilet paper and dish soap and dishwasher detergent. The small things made all the difference. Even in the kitchen he supplied things no other host ever supplies. The location to the beach was great! So easy and fast to get to the beach. The location was great for us! Everything was only minutes from the house. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip 2023
This was the perfect little place for our vacation! Short walk to the beach and close to restaurants and shops. Hosts are very friendly and helpful! We can’t wait to plan another trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
We 100% loved our stay! Perfect spot! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet Friendly Beach House
This property was exactly as expected. The owner had enough toiletries that we did not have to provide during our stay. We decided to rent a golf cart and it was a short shot to the public vehicle entrance. The owner was easy to work with. The only thing I would note, if you have an older pet, the stairs can be difficult to maneuver. The only thing I wish the property had was a garden hose to rinse off our beach gear and pups. The view from the master bedroom caught amazing sunrises. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your home away from home!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

barb v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the beach house
This was the 2nd year we stayed at the beach house. It is a great location and the house is perfect for our family and dogs. Kurt is friendly and great to work with. The dryer quit working on Sunday and by Monday he had a new one installed! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wanted a place to take our dogs
Wanted a quiet place to take our dogs and let them experience the beach. That's exactly what we got. Beach is so close, not on beach but you hit a path to the side of the property and bam you are there. Or load up the vehicle and drive it on the beach. We loved sitting on the porches and just watching the water as well (a few over cast days and windy). The house is super clean and simple. We could have easily had more people stay (it was just my husband and I and our 2 Chocolate English Labs). We ate raw oysters every day and sometimes twice a day and fresh seafood daily. The Cat 5 and their blacked grouper or their white cap gumbo was delicious. The Uptown with their stuffed shrimp and steak and shrimp. The Indian Pass Raw Bar is super close, great food (raw oysters, crab legs and steamed shrimp) and on Friday nights they have music.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
The property was located close to the beach with great view of the Gulf waters. The pair of eagles were in the pines close to the Beach House every day. Curt was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha D., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views and Excellent Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely house! The location is fantastic and the views from the home were absolutely wonderful. We would most definitely stay here again! The wood detail inside the home gives a relaxed laidback feel. The only minor suggestion we would offer is maybe an update to the mattresses. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Curtis’ Place
This place is in a great location, between Appilach and the cape. It is a comfortable, homey cabin type house. Great stay! Great price!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Great house and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We loved this beach house. :) The neighborhood was quiet/safe. The views from the house were beautiful. We saw dolphins daily from the primary bedroom. We have everything we needed for a fun beach trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessika N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
The host was great at communicating and making sure we had an excellent stay. Well worth the price. We stayed here for Christmas and would do it again! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This wonderful home captures the spirit of old Florida, it's my favorite place I've stayed in. Curt
My family flew in from Colorado and got to experience the real Florida coast!! We loved every minute!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
We loved our stay at the Beach House! The house was super clean, and we had everything we needed for our week. The ocean view from the porches is beautiful! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Murfreesboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Sun, sand and relaxation
Cute little place allowed for a very relaxing week on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022