April Sale! 15% off nightly rates. Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Port St. Joe, FL

Gulf County Welcome Center
‪7 min walk‬
Windmark Beach
‪6 min drive‬
Saint Joe Beach
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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

April SALE! 15% off nightly stays!! Skippers Beacon, your ideal getaway in the heart of Historic Downtown Port St. Joe Reid Street With a stunning view of the Lighthouse from our backporch and right down our street, where you furry family can run around freely in fenced in yard. Our renovated home with lots of amenities and huge front yard for parking your boats. Our home invites all travelers including those with furry friends, to experience the best of Florida. 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 ( pet friendly beach) marina to St. Joseph's Bay. Famous Apalachicola is only 25 minute drive if you ever want to visit there

Our spacious cottage offers top-notch amenities, including parking space for up to three boats or an RV witg boat ( dimension is on the picture) Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, covered front and back decks.Family-friendly features include toddler/kid essentials, while dog lovers will appreciate our pet-friendly setup with an XL crate double door and divider if needed, cozy dog beds and dog bowls.

Explore nearby attractions like St. Joe Beach, Windmark Beach, and the pickleball courts 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 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.

Property manager

Kristen Dodson

Premier Host

Languages

English, Local (Sign language)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

10-prior approval required+extra costs will incur

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

3-prior approval required +extra charge will incur

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Port St. Joe

Located in Port St. Joe, this cottage is in the city centre. Centennial Building and Cape San Blas Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Frank Pate Park and Beacon Hill Park. 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 Saint Joe City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Gulf County Welcome Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Windmark Beach - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Saint Joe Beach - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Restaurants

‪Pauls Barbque - ‬11 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
‪Joe Mama's Wood Fired Pizza - ‬5 min walk
‪The Brick Wall Sports Bar & Grille - ‬5 min walk
‪Uptown Raw Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is April Sale! 15% off nightly rates. Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at April Sale! 15% off nightly rates. Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at April Sale! 15% off nightly rates. Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is April Sale! 15% off nightly rates. Cottage located steps away from downtown PSJ. located?

Located in Downtown Port St. Joe, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Port Saint Joe City Hall. George Core Park and Frank Pate Park are also within 10 minutes.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

linda B.

20 Mar 2025

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

SnowBirds :)

The house was amazing and had everything we required for 6 weeks. The beds are comfortable. The back yard is awesome for furry pets. The privacy can't be beat.We would stay again.

Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marti W.

19 Mar 2025

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

PSJ Perfection

We loved everything about this house and our stay here. It is very tastefully decorated with nice furnishings. The kitchen is very well stocked. It was very clean. Our great pyranees loved the big fenced backyard. The location is great and an easy walk to Reid St. Kristen was very responsive and easy to communicate with.

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

This property had everything we needed and was so welcoming/ The beds were very comfortable, it was clean and cool inside. We had plenty of space for our family and the back yard for the dogs was great too. We also brought our boat for scalloping and had a place to park it and all of our vehicles. it's definitely on the list to rent again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

1 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful!!!

We booked a short "stay-cation" with our family for a quick weekend scalloping trip and this house was absolutely perfect! The host, Kristen was very responsive and a dream to work with. They are very hospitable and offered to loan us anything and everything you could imagine in regards to all things beach. This house was clean and accommodating to our needs. Plenty of parking (even for a boat). Lots of eateries and shops within walking distance. 10/10 recommend. Will be repeat guests!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

30 Aug 2024

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

Fishing and scalloping Friendly!

Great place in downtown Port St. Joe with room to park your boat. Walking distance from the boat launch, restaurant, and cafe’s.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jim M.

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

5 Aug 2024

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

Excellent

We loved the house. Good location and the house was, as it was in pics.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

21 July 2024

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

Great home!

We enjoyed our stay. Home is spacious and comfortable. Backyard and back deck are really nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

30 May 2024

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

Short family trip

Everything as pictured- hostess communication was on point! Perfect location - we will be back! I didn’t want to review bc I wanted to keep this place a secret!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

23 May 2024

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

Spring Fishing Vacation;

Very close to boat ramp with plenty of room to park the boat and other vehicles, and walking distance to shops and restaurants. The kitchen is very well equipped and the bedding and towels are very nice and comfortable. The spacious and fenced backyard is great for the dogs. Lots of other extras, beach equipment and games. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

8 May 2024

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

Relaxing long weekend

The house was just as described/listed. It was spotless clean, very comfortable beds, great fenced in big shaded back yard with a nice multi level deck to enjoy your morning coffee or grill out. The yard is perfect also for pets. The house is a convenient walk to Reid Ave where there are great restaurants and lots of boutique shops. There is also a nice view of the lighthouse from the back deck. We had a great time and will definitely be staying again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

carissa c.

4 Apr 2024

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

Wonderful

We had a wonderful time during our stay at the Skippers Beacon to include our fur baby. They have all the amenities for dogs as well incase you forget something. Already booked for another stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S., Knoxville USA

11 Feb 2024

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

PSJ Vacay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the fabulous Skippers Beacon. Location was wonderful as it was only a couple of blocks to all the shops and restaurants. The dogs loved the beautiful fenced in back yard The kitchen was well stocked and we were able to share home cooked meals together! We loved the historic architecture of the cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 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 laws passing, his heart ( friends and family) were in Port St Joe and moved back. We love this home and hope you all do too. 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.

What makes this property unique

Renovated charming cottage that has a huge front yard ( for his boats) as well as a huge back yard for furry animals to have a place to run and explore and best place for easter egg hunts.

Languages:

English, Local (sign language)

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 with full bath

Bedroom 2 (Queen + Bunk Bed)

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (in Bedroom 1)

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property