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Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Windmark Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Saint Joe Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mexico Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly

Beautiful professionally decorated cottage, located in the Barefoot Community. Cottage offers both tranquil privacy with the convenience of being right by the pool and hot tub. Short walk/bike ride, car ride to the most beautiful white sand beaches in the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets in the world from your balcony or from the beautiful spots along the beach or bay. High-End Brand New Comfortable Beds/Mattresses and Furnishings.

Enjoy your stay in our Beautiful and Professionally Decorated Cottage in Barefoot Cottages Community in Port St Joe, Fl. Let our cottage be your luxury getaway home away from home! This is the perfect spot for that relaxing and romantic getaway or fun filled family vacation adventure. Ideally located in the heart of the most beautiful Gulf Beaches as well as tremendous fishing adventures in the Bay. All the Gulf County Beaches are dog-friendly so it just makes sense that we equipped our cottage to accommodate your 4 legged family member! Just steps from the cottage is the beautiful pool and hot tub! We just ask that you let us know the breed and size of your pup so that we can communicate this to the management company.

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STRINGENT CLEANING MEASURES ARE IN PLACE. PROPERTY IS DEEP CLEANED AND SANITIZED IN BETWEEN GUESTS

199.00 dog fee - per dog - per stay for your dog and emotional support dogs. (ADA laws do not recognize emotional support animals as "Service Dogs". There is a 1 dog limit per stay unless approved by owner and management company. If you would like to bring multiple dogs, please message us and we can get your approval back very quickly. Other types of pets may be considered, please message us if you’d like consideration. We comply to all ADA laws in regards to Service Dogs and they always stay for free. I personally have epilepsy and am fortunate enough to have an amazing Seizure Alert Service Dog!

2 Screened-In porches - Enjoy lounging on the bed-swing or enjoy sipping on a cocktail in one of the beautiful sitting areas offered on both porches. The Ground Floor porch - right off the living area is perfect for winding into your day with morning coffee, Bloody Mary or a Mimosa! The Upper Screened Porch is right off the Master Bedroom and Perfect for a enjoying the sunset with an evening cocktail or simply winding down with a good book!

Also, just to make your stay as convenient as possible you will find basic pantry items included such as salt, pepper, spices, cooking oil, etc for your use as well as the basic condiments in the refrigerator. Drip Coffee Maker and Keurig Coffee - Starter coffee and filters are included. Dishwashing soap, Laundry Soap, Bath Soap, Shampoo and Conditioner included.

Brand New Smart TV's in living room and bedrooms with cable included. Laundry Room with washer and dryer on main level. Connect easily to our Fast WiFi with the login information easily displayed throughout the cottage.

This two-bedroom, 2 1/2-bathroom cottage will comfortably host 6 people. In the master bedroom, there is luxury king-size bed with brand new comfortable Gel Memory Foam mattress, private screened -in balcony/porch access, and a private en suite. The second bedroom with a Queen Bed for a second couple, kids or mom! In the living room are two ottoman's that convert to twin size bed. You can use them as single twins or put together for king bed if needed. Please let us know if you want to use these and we will ensure you have additional linens available.

The cottage is very conveniently located between the some of the best beaches in Florida and the town of Port St Joe. The town is just wonderful with quaint boutiques sprinkled in with some really wonderful restaurants.

Windmark Beach - 1 minute
Port St Joe Beach - 3 minutes
Mexico Beach - 5 minutes
Cape San Blas - 10 minutes

There is a small white sandy beach area directly across from our community but it's not where I recommend spending the entire day, because there are no facilities and there are much nicer beaches in the area. However, we do enjoy taking our dog there to swim and watch the sunset from this area as it's private, quiet and the water is warmer and calmer. Families with kids will prefer any of the other nearby beaches

The nicest close beach is about 1/2 mile away......Windmark Beach. While you can walk/bike, I typically drive there because it's super easy to take your chairs, cooler, umbrellas, etc. It's very easy to park right at the short path onto the beach and there are brand new, very nice facilities (bathroom) right there. It's typically a quiet and beautiful beach.....perfect for families. You can easily walk down the beach to the Windmark Community Center where you will find a few lovely restaurants. I personally love "The View on 98" for brunch....bottomless Bloody Mary's and Mimosa's. We typically setup our beach camp in the morning at the first Windmark Beach entrance and then walk down for Brunch at The View and then head back to our area to spend the day. About 1 minute further is Port St Joe Beach and about 5 minutes further is Mexico Beach. Both are very nic, white sandy beaches and you will find a few more people there. However, none of the local beaches are commercialized or crowded. All the beaches have been beautified since Hurricane Michael in 2018. Windmark Beach and Port St Joe Beach are both dog friendly . Mexico Beach is NOT dog friendly.

I highly recommend that you take a cooler, lunch, snacks etc and spend at least a day at the St. Joseph State Park at the end of Cape San Blas. It's just gorgeous and worth the drive. You can enjoy the Gulf Side or the Bay side at the end of the Cape as well as some scenic little walking trails that will remind you of being in Costa Rica or the Caribbean. Just make sure you bring some bug repellent if you want to do the walks because sometimes there are yellow biting flies at the cape. The locals swear by Australian Gold sunscreen to repel them. :-). The beaches on the Cape are dog friendly with the exception of the State Park. The park has a little store and also they rent pontoon boats, kayaks and paddle boards.

Port St Joe / Mexico Beach has numerous beach spots where you can enjoy your own personal sandy paradise! St Johns Bay is full of beautiful birds and sights to see. Some of the world's best deep-sea fishing is available, with plenty of charter companies waiting to take you out to the open water.

You must be 21 years or older to rent this property.

You must be at least 21 years or older to rent this property.

ENTRY INFORMATION:
Once you pull into the Barefoot Cottages and enter through the gate, you will take the first left past the gate. At the very end is a large parking area. There you will find cart/wagon stations situated at the beginning of each of the 2 paths that lead beside the pool. These wagons make it so easy to take your luggage and groceries to the cottage. You can take either path to the end of the pool area and we are the next to last cottage past the pool. Please return carts to the cart storage area as quickly as possible for other guests.

Property manager

Allie Atkins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Wonderful for Children
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Events

No events allowed
Must be reserved in advance.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Breed Restrictions - confirm before booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-Smoking Cottage

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
Note from host: Must be reserved in advance.
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 near the beach. Centennial Building and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port St. Joe Marina and St Joseph Bay Golf Club. Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port St Joe, FL

What's nearby

  • Windmark Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Gulf County Welcome Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Mexico Beach - 10 min drive - 11.3 km
  • St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 37 min drive - 37.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pauls Barbque - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Joe Mama's Wood Fired Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar & Grille - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Beach House by Pool & HotTub-Dog Friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Windmark Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Port St. Joe Marina. George Core Park and Gulf County Welcome Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mayme S.

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

Nice house - great host

Had a lovely stay. Home is very pretty.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Perfect for a short stay!

The cottage was perfect for our short stay. The beds were comfy, towels were super soft and basic amenities were provided. The cottage is tucked away towards the back of the rows, so it was a bit darker back there after the sun set. Close proximity to the pool, quiet neighbors and not far from beautiful beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Really enjoyed this cute beach house!

This house was perfect for a quick beach get-a-way! We loved the ease of getting into town as well as being able to drive to Mexico Beach in just minutes! The house was super clean and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed the front porch swing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ran L.

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

A wonderful experience!

Barefoot Estates is a well-maintained, high-end destination in a truly stunning location. We were blown away by the physical beauty that Port St Joe, Cape San Blas and Mexico Beach have to offer. Jewels!! The house was everything we wanted and more, a haven of comfort. Allie, thank you for being a consummate host, we look forward to coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Comfortable

Had a great stay Dog friendly Manager was easily accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie L.

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

Great Mother’s Day trip

Nice cottage. Drive to beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann P.

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

Passing through Port St. JOE

Perfect location to check out nearby area, beaches and sea turtles! Very comfy cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Weekend Trip

Loved our stay at this property! Great location, close to restaurants, shopping and the beach. The area is very dog friendly! The property was clean and the pool and hot tub were amazing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney G.

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

Beach week

Very nice . Ideal location. Enjoyed entire experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ellen C.

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

Comfortable cottage, central location

Clean and cozy. Located within minutes of several beaches and for a 20 or 30 minute excursion to Apalachicola, St. George's and San Cape Blas. Lots to do and see.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia B.

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

Great owners

We had a great time and the owners were very responsive and extremely nice and easy to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

dannie s.

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

Scalloping trip

Had a great stay and fun days of scalloping !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

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

Pool and Beach getaway!

Supper clean cottages and a super pool....Distance from automobile to cottage was a lot for two old people(76-78) We made good use of the wagons...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod N.

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

Renter

Great stay! Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathie R.

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

Quiet and relaxing

We stayed here from a Sunday to a Monday. It was extremely quiet, exactly what we needed. Not an extremely busy area, makes you slow down and enjoy the environment. The pool and hot tub are located maybe 15 to 20 steps out the front door, super convenient. Considering how quiet it is, you are not dodging a bunch of kids or rowdy teens. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda R.

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

Just what we needed

We had a great time for our weeklong stay, the place was perfect, tastefully decorated and had everything you would need. We would definitely stay there again. Loved the development as a whole including the pool and how it was laid out.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Great Cottage

Enjoyed everything about this cottage. Beautifully decorated, fully stocked with essentials and great location between Mexico Beach and Port St. Joe. Owners, Bob and Allie, are so accommodating and responsive! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie w.

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

Perfection

Accommodating , comfortable and all the extra amenities anyone could ask for. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elyse B.

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

Perfect place to recharge

We had such a good time! The cottage was beautiful, clean, and had everything we could possibly need; all the comforts of home for sure. It was perfect for adults and kids alike; close to the pool, beach, and local playgrounds. Allie was wonderful and very easy to contact. It was such a great vacation and we will be sure to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerel-Sarah W.

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

June beach trip

We had a great time in Port St. Joe. In the past I have spent a lot of time in the FL panhandle. I love that PSJ and the surrounding beaches have the white sugar sand and clear water without the crowds! We ended up loving Mexico Beach and it was such a easy 10 min drive from the cottage. My boys loved having a pool at Barefoot Cottages and the location was perfect. We we’re thankful for such a wonderful few days as a family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenny H.

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

Barefoot Cottages

The property was attractive and the cottage was very well appointed and quite welcoming. We had everything we needed. Our biggest issue was the constant traffic noise. The porches were so appealing but when we stopped to sit and enjoy the surrounding the traffic noise was unbearable. We loved the town of Port St. Joe and enjoyed exploring Cape San Blas and the surrounding area. Food was wonderful and the people we encountered were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karen F.

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

Quaint Townhouse Minutes from Pristine Beaches

Lovely, well-decorated and well-equipped clean free-standing townhome in an excellent location within minutes to town or beaches. The owner is extremely helpful, responsive and nice. We couldn't have asked for more. Only downside if you have an elderly person (which I did) is the walk to the unit from the parking lot. The unit is nicely situated near the pool at the end of a path - so, good privacy - but a long walk if you're elderly. However, there are carts available at the entrance for carting. Overall, a great place we'd revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Probably the Best Place to stay in Port St Joe, Florida

The Barefoot Cottages are growing to be a great place to stay in Port St. Joe! They are expanding in the immediate area and across the highway. We were in a tucked away area so we had a secluded corner of the property. A 2 minute drive brings you to Downtown and the Piggly Wiggly. Both places you'll come to know well when you stay here. Downtown offers great oyster bars and and (the BEST place in town!) Joe Mama's Pizza. When you leave Barefoot Cottages, turn right to go to popular beaches and Panama City; turn left to go to the best beaches no one tells you about! the Rish Rec Area is disability oriented and family friendly. Drive passed there to the end of the Cape and find the St Joseph's beaches! Left for waves and right for snorkeling and paddle boarding! We had a great time! We, unfortunately, met the nice guys at Pep Boys in Callaway who took good care of our troubled vehicle. We got our t-shirts at Beach Planet on Cape San Blas. Best choices and prices. Florida tourism tells you that dogs are welcome on all none military beaches. Not true. Call ahead to avoid disappointment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaye B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Allie Atkins

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We live in Atlanta and recently purchased this home in PSJ. We fell in love with the gorgeous beaches, the quaint town and the people in the area.

Why they chose this property

The location is perfect as it’s tucked between the town of Port St Joe and Windmark Beach as well as near several other gorgeous beaches. Love the pool, hot tub and of course the screen porches.

What makes this property unique

Best Location in Port St Joe

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests