Goof Off at the Gufenauf

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584.5 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Washer

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Port St. Joe, FL

Port St. Joe Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Indian Pass Beach
‪18 min walk‬
Money Bayou
‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Loft

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

The original 'Gufenauf' name was for our boat, symbolizing our intentions -to goof off! We learned to do it so well, we extended the name to our house and invite you to enjoy your own goofin' off experience.

This Gulf Front home is located at Indian Pass in the heart of 'Florida's Forgotten Coast'. Indian Pass is one of the last beaches which still allows campfires for wiener-roasts and s'mores. Because of the unique land/water interplay, the sky creates a planetarium affect, producing sunrises, sunsets and night skies that have to be seen to be believed.

Bring your boat, the driveway is accommodating and the public boat ramp leading to some of Florida's best fishing is only 3/4 mile east; but if you don't find our hidden grouper holes, just drive one mile west to the renowned Indian Pass Raw Bar, home to Apalachicola's finest oysters and seafood. Snorkeling and scalloping is available in St. Joe Bay, only a few miles further West. One-quarter mile from the boat ramp lies St. Vincent Island, a 12,358 acre uninhabited national wildlife refuge (a shuttle is available). Also within minutes is St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - A 2500 acre Park voted the top beach in America in 2002 and is constantly in the top 10!

No boat? Book your own diving or fishing charter with one of the many captains or just sit on the balcony, sipping your favorite beverage and watch the shrimp boats passing the 'Gufenauf' on their way to deep waters.

Whether it’s fishing, crabbing, diving or metal detecting for the legendary pirates' treasure buried at Money Bayou, we hope you enjoy the magic of 'Gufenauf'!

Keywords: Beach House

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Ralph Monger

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English

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Located on Indian Pass, across from the tip of St. Vincent Wildlife Refuge

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Limit 2 medium size dogs $30 each deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor shower and hose for washing sand off doggy paws :-)

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 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 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 by the ocean. Cape San Blas Lighthouse and Centennial Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St Joseph Bay Golf Club and Port St. Joe Marina. 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 St. Joe Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Indian Pass Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Money Bayou - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
Beach - 15 min drive - 14.6 km

Restaurants

‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Scallop Republic - ‬10 min drive
‪Indian Pass Seafood Co. - ‬14 min walk
‪Gracie O'Malley Pub & Eatery - ‬14 min drive
‪Brokeatoe Horseback Riding on the Beach - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Goof Off at the Gufenauf pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Goof Off at the Gufenauf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Goof Off at the Gufenauf?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Goof Off at the Gufenauf located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Port St. Joe Beach and Indian Pass Beach. Money Bayou is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

4 Apr 2025

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

Spring break getaway

The house was just as described, everything you need is there. Location is great just walk across a quiet side street and short path and your on the beach less than 5 minutes. Love Indian Pass quiet and friendly. Pets are always welcome.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

28 Oct 2024

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

Great Stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

18 Nov 2024

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

Great Stay!

Love the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie K.

25 June 2023

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

relaxing vacation

Great place to stay. Affordable and close enough to ride or walk to the beach. We had a great time and didn't want to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryant H.

21 June 2024

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

Home away from home

My wife and I had a wonderful week at The Gufenauf. The Gufenauf is very clean and comfortable. The beach was great. We enjoyed building a fire on the beach and cooking hotdogs! We will definitly be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

hayley l.

7 July 2024

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

Wonderful vacation

My family and I had an amazing stay at The Gufenauf! It was very clean and the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed for cooking. The owner is very nice and responded immediately to all our needs. Only a 2 minute walk to the beach where we had bonfires and my son caught his first shark! This was definitely a trip we will never forget and we will definitely be staying here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Jan 2023

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

Wonderful stay/beautiful beaches

Brenda was terrific to work with; exactly as advertised. Loved the quiet neighborhood and beautiful beaches. Perfect 10 day getaway!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

16 Jan 2023

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

Excellent property!

Clean, comfortable and close to the beach! Quiet neighborhood!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

james b.

28 Feb 2023

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

Indian pass

This is pleasant cottage in a great location.

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

16 July 2023

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

Back at the beach

We have vacationed many times at Indian Pass. The location is a short walk to the beach. The neighborhood is very quiet and the host treats you like family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica Y.

21 Oct 2015

Wonderful Time

We had a wonderful time! The rental felt like home and the secluded area was peaceful and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Darryl G.

23 July 2023

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

Was great place

Good location and loved the short walk to beach . Overall will stay again plenty of room and kids loved it . We didn’t have any problems with the whole process and would recommend it to everyone. Beaches were great not crowded at all so made the overall experience much better.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

4 Jan 2023

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

Simple and Easy

Great location, simple and easy place to stay. Will be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia W.

1 Aug 2015

Tranquility

Gufenauf was the perfect place for us to get away and relax! It was almost as if we had our own private beach! No crowds, and only the peaceful sounds of nature!

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel S.

30 July 2023

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

Close to the beach, clean and comfortable!

Gufanauf was clean and comfortable with ocean views indoors and out. A two minute walk landed us at one of the nicest beaches on the gulf. The a/c and all the amenities worked great. Communication with Ralph and Brenda was easy, and the check-in/out process was a breeze. My family had a great time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

8 July 2024

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

Amazing

This house was just truly amazing. Close to the beach, restaurants and stores. My boys had a blast on the beach and my husband was up bright and early to go fishing. We rented a golf cart for the week which helped with getting everything to the beach. My only suggestion would be to update the photos that you have posted. The view from the house towards the beach has changed a bit with the area building new houses. Its a wonderful house and area would definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

18 June 2020

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

Much needed getaway!

This was a much needed getaway for my husband and me. The home is in a perfect location with a short, easy walk to the beach. The home offers a fully stocked kitchen with everything you would need to cook a great meal. The owners are amazing and very accommodating. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

20 Mar 2024

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

We loved every minute!

We have the Gufenauf and its warm, responsive host to thank for one of the most memorable vacations we’ve had in a very long time. Getting away was a much-needed break, as it is for many people. So being invited to stay in a well-loved home with everything we needed, and set in a laid-back neighborhood with friendly, happy people, made us feel immediately comfortable and welcome. And,the amazing beach…it’s steps away, dog friendly, and the sunrises will knock you out. All we know is, with any luck, we’ll be back! Thank you, Brenda and Gufenauf!

Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George P.

2 Feb 2017

Super house, super owner, and super vacation!

My wife and I just spent 1 month at Gufenauf House and had a great time. The house was a perfect size for us and was clean and in excellent condition. The owner, Ralph, cannot be beat for his genuine warmth and willingness to impart his advice about all of the things that make Indian Pass so special - thank you, Ralph! We walked miles every day on the beautiful beach and really relaxed in the "laid-back" atmosphere of Indian Pass. We can recommend Gufenhaus and Ralph wholeheartedly!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

9 May 2015

Jeff & Angela

Truly enjoyable week! We brought our boat and the convience to rinse it off at the house was a big plus, not to mention the fish cleaning sink! The area is laid back and quiet with only a few minute walk to the beach. When not on the water, visiting the surrounding areas was only a very short drive to Port St Joe and Appalachacola. All in all, it was as described! Looking forward to the next trip!

10/10 Excellent

Ted W.

18 June 2018

Just as Pictured

A stone's throw from the beach, this little house is very secluded, being situated right at the far corner end of a small neighborhood. The beach is likewise secluded, even for PSJ. The owner is very friendly and helpful, with great communication. One nice touch I am not sure is mentioned in the listing is having hot as well as cold water in the outdoor shower. Another small but important thing is the hot water itself: it's very hot and there's plenty of it. We'll be going back next year! (Sooner if we can!)

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

26 June 2017

A great getaway!

this home is just steps away from the east end of Indian Pass beach. Miles of uncrowded beach await. I was there several weeks before Memorial Day and it was virtually empty. Indian Pass Rd. and Hwy 30A have nice shoulders and light traffic. It was a great bike ride out to Cape San Blas (which has a dedicated bike/runner trail). This allowed for up to 40 miles of cycling. The Port St. Joe Country Club is less than 10 miles away for golf. The house has everything you could need. I would highly recommend it.

Stayed 35 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

23 June 2021

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

Wonderful!

I will start by saying, I've been traveling for about 10 years now and have never visited the same spot twice, but I will make an exception for this place. I LOVED it here! I love the small, quiet feel of the neighbor. It was peaceful and close to the beach. We rented a golf cart and rode it daily around the neighborhood and to the beach. The beach is clean and you don't have to fight for a place to relax and play. My biggest thing when finding a rental place is that it's dog friendly, because we take our dog everywhere we can. Doggie loved the beach! The house was clean and well equipped and my son loved the loft area. We've visited a lot of beaches over the years and this is one of my favorites! It's just beautiful. We can't wait to come back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L., South east missouri

22 May 2014

Awesome!

This is such a cute little place...its located on a very quite street (saw 2cars pass the whole time). The owners are very nice and called to make sure everything was good and was very eady to deal with.The kitchen is very well stocked you literary need nothing but food. They supply so many towels we never even used half of them and the place was spotless...the decore was nicely tasteful and the place has a very comfy homey feel to it...the beds are comfortable and the shower is HUGE! The loft is a nice little retreat that the kids loved and they even saw dolphins from the windows...the beach was very close...just a short 2min walk and your there...it was very clean and we found so many cool shells even came home with 20+ whole sand dollars....I would stay here again and would highly recommend to ant age group. Thank you Ralph for sharing your home..we love Indian pass and can't wait to return!

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

31 May 2023

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

Good enough!

Perfect for 2 and a dog. We find it difficult to find small houses that allow pets in this area so sometimes have less expectations. We love Indian Pass and the location was perfect. Overall a pleasant experience. The house is a little outdated and could use some general updating. Towels smelled like smoke not sure if they had been washed or stored off site as the house did not smell like smoke at all. The bed definately needs a new mattress,, several sleep toppers have been added to it to accommodate a bad mattress, toppers were not the correct size so made for some lumpy, wonky bedding. Because there is no dishwasher I felt some of kitchen items were not really clean and had to wash them myselt. Overall a solid place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ralph Monger

Although we live in Central Fl., we have been coming to Indian Pass for the past 35 years. At first we rented in the area and then in 1987 we bought the Gufenauf. To visit Indian Pass is like stepping back in time 50 years. We have been lucky enough to take our kids, grandkids and now our great grandkids to this magical place. It truly is the 'Forgotten Coast' and hopefully will remain that way for many years to come.

Why they chose this property

This is a question better answered by those renters who come back year after year.

What makes this property unique

We love it here because it's quite, safe, and secluded. We enjoy fishing off of the beach and crabbing with the kids, not to mention, the fresh seafood in the area. Mostly, we enjoy just kicking back, doing nothing, and working on our stress relief. We've had enough of the big city resort vacations.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

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1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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