Cottage just blocks from Bay, boat ramps and downtown. Pet friendly fenced yard

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6116.1 sq m

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Pet-friendly
Parking available
Hot tub
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer

Explore the area

Port St. Joe, FL

Gulf County Welcome Center
‪9 min walk‬
Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center
‪17 min walk‬
Windmark Beach
‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Office

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Newly renovated 1920's craftsman cozy cottage has plenty of charm. Located on the Bay Block of St Joes Bay, couple blocks to historic downtown Port St Joes fine restaurants and shops, parks, public boat docks & lighthouse. They call these cottages a "six pack", with 2 double beds in front bedroom, master bedroom with a queen off the dining room and off the kitchen is an office/comfortable full size futon. Full bathroom with tile shower inside, plus a fun out door shower. Catch the breeze off the bay on the front porch or enjoy the privacy of the backyard pavilion and patio in the fenced backyard. Complete with outdoor commercial sink and fish cleaning island for the fisherman.

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Janis Kraft

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown Port St. Joe, a neighbourhood in Port St. Joe. Port St. Joe Marina and St Joseph Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Constitution Convention Museum State Park and Constitutional Convention Museum State Park. Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Port St. Joe, FL

What's nearby

Port Saint Joe City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Gulf County Welcome Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Windmark Beach - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
Saint Joe Beach - 10 min drive - 11.3 km

Restaurants

‪Pauls Barbque - ‬17 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
‪Joe Mama's Wood Fired Pizza - ‬7 min walk
‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar & Grille - ‬6 min walk
‪Uptown Raw Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage just blocks from Bay, boat ramps and downtown. Pet friendly fenced yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage just blocks from Bay, boat ramps and downtown. Pet friendly fenced yard ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage just blocks from Bay, boat ramps and downtown. Pet friendly fenced yard ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage just blocks from Bay, boat ramps and downtown. Pet friendly fenced yard located?

Located in Downtown Port St. Joe, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Frank Pate Park, Port Saint Joe City Hall and Port Theatre Art and Culture Center. George Core Park and Gulf County Welcome Center are also within 10 minutes.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Paige S.

25 Oct 2024

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

Great place, very clean, great location

We enjoyed our stay! It’s a cute house, it was very clean and is in a great location. Always skeptical of pictures online but this was better in person than expected. I appreciate the cleanliness of this house. Will definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

15 Oct 2024

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

Will be back!

House was perfect for our family of 3 and little 10 pound pup! We spent most of our time in the bay fishing or in the back yard with the fire pit going! Driveway is long enough for boat parking! We cooked every night at the house, had all the utensils & dishes we needed! Owner was quick to respond to all of ours questions/needs! We could walk everywhere! Less than 10 minute walk to marina, where there is a park & small walking trail. Could easily walk to the downtown area to restaurants if you want! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

15 Sept 2024

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

Scalloping Weekend

The cottage was very cozy and the perfect size for us. Walking distance to downtown Port St. Joe!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon J.

26 Aug 2024

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

AWESOME!!!

WE HAD A GREAT TIME AND THE LITTLE OLD COTTAGE HOUSE WAS PERFECT!!!! LOVED THE OUTDOOR SHOWER AND FENCED IN BACK YARD!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND STAYING HERE!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

29 July 2024

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

Perfect location

Great location down the street from the convenience stores. 15 min to cape San Blas. Fenced yard was perfect for my dog. Utilized the charcoal grill. It was perfect for our family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole G.

11 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming but

The home is very charming. However, there are a few details you may want to know. First I never contacted the owner/manager with any issues since I didn't feel there was anything they could do before our rent term was completed. First there is no hot tub, there was only 1 bike with a flat tires, there are 2 grills - both not cleaned but the propane was empty so we used the other grill. The sink outside was flithy. Make sure if you have dogs don't let them in the outside shower area because they can easily get out going under the home. Now the main thing that was most annoying is the A/C I would set for 69/70 but wouldn't get to that until after midnight, it was 75 degrees even 79 degrees - and it was below 90 degrees outside. The futon is broken and hot in that room always. The front door lock didn't work half the time would click like it locked but you could just open the door. The bathroom when we first got there smelled like pee but, we cleaned it, problem solved - looked clean just didn't smell clean. There are pennies stuck in the washer machine - tried to get them out but, couldn't. All the mattresses in the home are very old and uncomfortable. Just know everything except the coffee maker is dated and mis-matched of dishes and silverware. (Not a big deal or deal breaker). I just wish the owner wouldn't have false advertised bikes and hot tube. Over all great location and cute home. Just needs some work outside and upgrades and check AC

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger K.

26 June 2024

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

Convenient and comfortable

Second time use of property which fit our needs and provided easy access to all the activities we enjoy in the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peggy T.

8 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cottage in Port St Joe

Cottage very great on inside. Very accessible to boat ramp and restaurants. We think the grass should have been mowed and backyard needed a thorough cleaning. We were not able to use the gas grill as it had not been cleaned in a while.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George K W.

26 May 2024

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

Nice vacation

Always enjoy the port st Joe area, and the fishing.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

28 Apr 2024

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

Cute cottage

This property worked great for us. Loved the back yard and " happy hour" hut. Very comfortable. Very friendly neighborhood. Loved the front porch. The bike had a flat tire, would have been nice to have one but only blocks to town and nice to walk the neighborhood.

Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kali L.

22 Apr 2024

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

Perfect Bay Cottage!

Our family, including our 2 aussies, had a wonderful time in PSJ this week! We loved the photo album of the renovations & enjoyed the character of this home. Our 2 pups enjoyed the big fenced in yard & made it into their personal racetrack. Thank you for opening up this cozy home to us, we will definitely add it to one of our favorites to look for when booking again!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

24 Feb 2024

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

Cute Florida Cittsge

Clean interior and convenient location. Enjoyed the front porch.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Loren

4 Feb 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication

It turned out cold when I was there. I turned up the heat but it wasn't enough to keep the place warm. It got colder and the pipes froze so I had no water. I just packed up and left. i was never furnished with a contact number or instructions on how to enter the house so I spent the first night sleeping in my car. This had to be the worst travel experience of my life

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

4 Feb 2024

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

Great Location and Comfortable Accommodation

The house is perfect for two to four people and very dog friendly with a fenced yard. The kitchen is nicely set-up for cooking in and every restaurant in town is easily walkable. A great stay in a wonderful area.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Thom U.

4 Jan 2024

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

Close to down

Great Place to stay with a dog or dogs

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

17 Dec 2023

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

Port St Joe

Thanks, Very nice place Aa!!

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

28 Nov 2023

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

Super Satisfied!

As senior folks, we could totally appreciate the charm of this old house, but we think our grown kids and grandkids would like it too. It has been renovated and decorated beautifully and has all the conveniences you could ask for plus lots of little extra touches. We enjoyed the fire pit while steaks cooked on the grill, morning coffee on the front porch, all the utensils we needed to cook low country boil in the large kitchen, nearby restaurants as well as a great Piggly Wiggly, and the easy access public boat ramp just a few blocks away. The house was super clean (stained pillows mentioned in another review have obviously been replaced), checking in and out was super easy, and Janis was super helpful and gracious. This is not the place for those looking for excitement, but if you want a quaint, cozy cottage to relax in, this is it!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Birmingham

23 Oct 2023

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

Precious cottage

This quaint cottage is located adjacent to downtown Port St Joe. The bay and a small park are located across a 2 lane Main Street. It is in a shaded neighborhood with similar cottages. Inside is an open design concept, with 2 bedrooms, and a bonus bunk room/office. Full bath and laundry room in the back of the house. Very comfortable and cozy. Very nice fenced in backyard for our 2 pups ! Overall, very nice stay, will go back.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carl W.

11 Oct 2023

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

Very Nice

The picture shows 2 bicycles and there was only one, so useless to us. Needed to have instructions with remotes for TV. No bath soap or shampoo, lotion. It was done very nicely and we enjoyed our stay, just needed a few more amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin P.

9 Oct 2023

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

Cozy cottage

We stayed at the cottage and everything was perfect. Janice was extremely responsive and helpful. The cottage was everything you see in the photos. So cute! Only negative was after stripping the bed sheets and pillowcases, per owner request, the pillows had old blood looking stains on them. So that was not pleasant to see after using them for an entire week. The towels were also very aged and bleach stained. Other than that, everything was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

24 Sept 2023

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

Comfortable & Convenient

This was our first visit to Port St Joe and it was great! The cottage was fully stocked with every thing we needed to be able to relax. The photo album showing the restoration process was fascinating! Great location with an easy walk to the great restaurants in the historic downtown. Would definitely stay here again!!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Dallas, Texas USA

30 Aug 2023

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

Great location!

Nice house within walking distance from everything!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry M., Spring Hill TN, USA

22 July 2023

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

Nice place and location

Property was as advertised. Great location. Very nicely decorated, well stocked kitchen. Could use some updating - Beds, TV. An issue with bugs, caterpillars near end of trip.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

17 July 2023

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

Port St Joe Cottage

Cottage was nice with fenced yard for fur babies. Location walking distance to shops and restaurants

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger K.

1 July 2023

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

Great location for us. Enjoyed the historic nature of the house & town. Comfortable & convenient.

Door lock a little tricky with door jam/dead bolt. Spent days on water fishing so early AM/PM use mostly. Would reserve again in future if back in area for similar type trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janis Kraft

I'm a Realtor in Peachtree City, Ga., which is a south Atlanta Metro town. I've been selling real estate for the past 15 years and thought it'd be fun to do a renovation. Prior i spent near 20 years at Delta Air Lines in customer service, marketing ,and sales. I've enjoyed traveling and meeting new people

Why they chose this property

I love this gem, it was certainly a diamond in the rough when I found it several years ago. I say "I rescued" it. Over the last several years, I've lifted it out of the sand and have been working on it on and off between real estate clients. Repurposing as much material as I could. I think it brings character and warmth to this cottage.

What makes this property unique

I think you'll enjoy the front porch which almost always brings a cool breeze and those who come for our famous fishing opportunities should like the outdoor pavilion with a commercial sink for catch of the day.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Outdoor Shower

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