Port St. Joe, a quaint city located within the Florida Panhandle, is a hidden gem. Its location makes it an ideal spot for indulging in water sports and relaxing on pristine sandy beaches. Popular activities in Port St. Joe include sailing, kayaking, fishing, boating, and exploring the area’s historic sites. You can also go horseback riding or ride a cruise during sunset. Additionally, the city is home to two state parks, Constitution Convention Museum State Park and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, which are both fantastic places to go to if you want to learn more about the area’s natural wonders. Get your fishing license registered and take on a fishing charter to catch some sea trout and flounder at St. Joseph Bay. You can also head to restaurants such as Indian Pass Raw Bar or Krazyfish Grille to get your fill of seafood. If you’re in town for it, catch the yearly Forgotten Music Festival, named after the Forgotten Coast.
While here, be sure to stay close to the beach for a magical experience. Read on for the best beachfront rentals in Port St. Joe, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on September 13, 2024.
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1. Luxurious home with pool (from USD 1150)
Best for: Luxury travelers, watersports enthusiasts, families with kids and infants, reunions
You will not want to leave this vacation rental once you have stepped inside. This luxurious waterfront home comes with its own private beach right out front, tons of water toys, such as kayaks, a stand-up paddleboard, and life vests, a beautiful swimming pool, and a spacious hot tub. It also has a covered outdoor kitchen with barbecue toys and a dining set.
It has an exquisitely appointed interior with loads of space to sleep up to 18 guests, featuring 6 bedrooms, a living room with views of the ocean, and a full kitchen with a large breakfast bar.
2. Two-bedroom beach home for adults (from USD 527)
Best for: Group stays
Located in Port St. Joe, this adult-only property sits right on the sandy beach, offering unobstructed views of the gulf. Enjoy meals and drinks on the deck, and watch the lapping waves. It has two bedrooms that can comfortably accommodate up to five guests. The accommodation also comes with a dedicated media room, perfect for movie nights.
This property is a quick drive from the shops and restaurants in Port St. Joe.
3. Pet-friendly waterside condo (from USD 264)
Best for: Pet parents, families with kids, group stays
This cozy and cheerful seaside home is a great choice for a family traveling to Port St. Joe with fur babies. Take your pets out for a fun-filled afternoon at the animal-friendly beach right outside the home, watching them play on the sand and in the water.
On lazy evenings, sit on the furnished balcony with a tall icy glass of your favorite beverage while admiring the scenery. If it’s too hot outside, cool off indoors with air-conditioning while streaming a movie on the 55-inch (139.7-centimeter) TV.
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4. Spacious family home with scenic deck and balconies (from USD 900)
Best for: Reunions, families
If you’re visiting Port St. Joe with a large group, you’ll want to look at this spacious seaside property. Beat the Florida heat by stepping onto the beach and wading into the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. If you prefer being indoors, the centralized air-conditioning will keep temperatures cool and comfy for every room.
Hold a barbecue cookout on the deck, grilling local seafood with your favorite steaks or burgers. If you’re looking for a spot for quiet contemplation, the end of the wooden walkway is a good choice.
5. Tranquil home in Flamingo Dunes (from USD 327)
Best for: Golf enthusiasts, people with access needs, families, group stays
Flamingo Dunes is a quiet area in St. Joe Beach, and this is where you will find this tranquil beach house. This property exudes traditional Florida style in its interiors. It has three bedrooms that can comfortably sleep up to six guests. What’s more, views of the Gulf can be enjoyed from every level of this accommodation.
Guests can look forward to air-conditioned interiors, complimentary WiFi, and a cable TV. The property is just steps from white sand dunes, and shops and restaurants are a quick drive away.
6. Charming townhome with patio (from USD 160)
Best for: Families, group stays
This townhouse comes with unobstructed waterfront views, and it is only a few steps from the water’s edge. Perfect for a small vacationing family, this home can sleep up to six guests in two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a private balcony that opens up to the waterfront views. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking up delicious meals, and the dining area shares a space with the living room. There is also a backyard patio with a barbecue grill for some outdoor cooking and dining.
Complimentary WiFi is provided here, and there is enough parking space available for two vehicles.
7. Fabulous home on the dunes (from USD 340)
Best for: Group stays, families
This fabulous vacation rental is a building that sits on the dunes of St. Joe Beach. Its three well-appointed bedrooms can sleep up to eight guests, and each one comes with its own bathroom. The kitchen is well equipped and opens up to the lounge and dining area. Also, its many windows offer panoramic views of the quiet beach and the waterfront. The expansive deck is perfect for enjoying the sea breeze and watching the gentle lapping water.
This rental comes with air-conditioning, cable TV, WiFi, and onsite parking. The property is located in an area where the surf is low and swimming is safe for all ages.
Nearby beachfront rentals
Do you need some more beachfront rental options? Then, check out the following properties located in nearby Mexico Beach, 12.2 mi (19.63 km) away, and Panama City, 36.1 mi (58.10 km) away.
8. Bright and cozy cottage with a secluded beach (from USD 241)
Best for: Families, couples
Located on the outskirts, this beautiful and homey cottage has plenty of peace and solitude for a small family or group visiting Port St Joe. It includes a fully equipped kitchen, providing opportunities to cook delicious dishes using local seafood. The beach is technically outside the home, although you’ll need to walk through a grassy dune to get to the water. In this rental, you can also relax on the balcony with your loved ones during downtimes.
9. Lovely townhome with a balcony and ocean views (from USD 240)
Best for: Group stays, families
This beautiful and clean townhouse is perfect for a family or group of four looking to enjoy the scenery and comfort of Port St. Joe. Sit back and relax either on the balcony, soaking up the tropical warmth and perhaps even getting a tan. The Forgotten Coast’s fine white sand beach is just across the street, so hop into the water whenever you want.
You can get your vehicle and visit the town easily as there’s free parking on the premises.
10. Roomy condo with pool access (from USD 239)
Best for: Families with kids and infants, group stays
Located on Mexico Beach, this spacious condo is a perfect getaway for a group of friends or a family with children. It has three bedrooms that can comfortably sleep six people. The open-concept lounge and kitchen is a great area where you can spend quality time together.
The front door opens up to the complex’s shared swimming pool and hot tub. The beach is just a few steps from the swimming pool. What’s more, this property comes with covered parking, complimentary WiFi, cable TV, and beach toys. Plus, it is within walking distance of shops and restaurants.
11. Quaint beach house for a large group (from USD 160)
Best for: Pet parents, reunions, families with kids
This traditional Florida beach house is on Mexico Beach, a quiet stretch of sandy serenity away from the crowds. This old home features modern amenities, and it can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests in 4 bedrooms. The interiors are quirky and quaint, and it has a kitchen that is well equipped. It is also equipped with cable TV, WiFi, and air-conditioning.
This accommodation is just a few steps away from the beach, and guests can look forward to watching the ocean from this property. Port St. Joe’s restaurants, shops, and grocery stores are about a 10-minute drive away.
12. Lovely house with great sunset views (from USD 444)
Best for: Group stays, families with kids, pet parents
This beach house is just a few steps from Saint Joe Beach. It is fully furnished and comes with a very well-equipped kitchen. There are also two bedrooms with queen-sized beds, while the third bedroom comes with a couch with a pull-out bed. Cable TV and complimentary WiFi are provided, and there is ample parking for guests. Best of all, this house is dog friendly.
Enjoy unobstructed views of the ocean from the deck and relax to the sounds of lapping water. Feeling hungry? Fortunately, this property is steps from a local seafood restaurant.
13. Awesome penthouse with wonderful views (from USD 421)
Best for: Families, group stays
This beautiful beachfront penthouse is located on the quiet Mexico Beach and offers panoramic views of the Gulf. Guests can look forward to contemporary interiors, comfortable bedrooms, and a large and well-equipped kitchen in the open-concept lounge and dining area. The views of the water can be seen from every angle of this property, but the best spot to hang out is on the covered balcony.
There are three bedrooms that can sleep up to eight guests in this accommodation. Cable TV, complimentary WiFi, air-conditioning, and covered parking are provided. Port St. Joe is a quick drive away.
14. Unique beachfront duplex (from USD 538)
Best for: Group stays, families with kids
This unique multi-level duplex sits right on the sand dunes of Mexico Beach. It offers lots of areas to enjoy endless ocean views, as each floor comes with a covered balcony for taking in the beautiful waters of the Gulf. The entire property can accommodate up to eight guests in four bedrooms. Plus, its interiors are newly renovated and well appointed. Aside from a kitchen, there is also a gas barbecue available for guests’ use on one of the decks.
This property is air-conditioned and has complimentary WiFi and a cable TV. Plus, it is just a few steps from the water’s edge. Port St. Joe is a quick drive away.
15. Scenic seaside duplex with a private dock (from USD 149)
Best for: Couples, solo travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, workationers
Couples looking for an intimate getaway will love the romantic atmosphere at this beachside duplex along Panama City. Snuggle in the swing while gazing at the sunsets, and have a lovely alfresco dinner under the stars on the deck patio. The private dock has a boat slip, and for bigger boats, there’s a ramp in the neighborhood.
If you want to go kayaking, the host can rent theirs for 25 USD per kayak per day on a first-come, first-serve basis.
16. Sandcastle C (from USD 229)
Best for: Families, group stays
Sandcastle C is a charming townhouse set along the shores of Mexico Beach, a city just a 17-minute drive from Port St. Joe. The home has sleeping spaces for a medium-sized group, up to a maximum of six. The kitchen is somewhat snug but fully equipped, and there’s also a barbecue area on the ground floor deck.
The beach is outside the house, with a sandy walkway leading down to the water. No beach towels or umbrellas are provided here, so don’t forget to bring your own.
17. Girlfriends Getaway Beach House (from USD 495)
Best for: Workationers, group stays
Girlfriends Getaway Beach House is conveniently located between Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach, granting guests easy access to the shops and restaurants of both cities. Every morning, relish the beautiful beach views from the windows of your accommodation with your partner. Once here, cook a delicious dinner using the fully equipped modern kitchen and enjoy an alfresco meal on the deck.
For entertainment, browse the satellite channels available on the TV in the living room. Do not that the property is an adults-only one.
18. Beach Bum by the Sea (from USD 500)
Best for: Families with kids and infants, workationers, group stays
Beach Bum by the Sea is a beautiful and eclectic two-story home sitting along the white shores of Mexico Beach. With enough sleeping space for 10 people, the property is a great choice for friends or family looking to spend time together.
Keep yourself cool by wading into the outdoor saltwater swimming pool or walking right into the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Get a tan by lying on the poolside lounger or bringing a towel to the beach. In addition, there’s an outdoor shower to clean up without worrying about taking the sand indoors.
19. Paradise Shores 305 (from USD 113)
Best for: Group stays, families with kids, workationers
Paradise Shores 305 is a gorgeous condo with a beachfront location and fantastic views of the Gulf of Mexico. Hang out on the balcony, greeting the morning while having an alfresco breakfast or winding down while sipping your favorite soda or alcoholic drink. After that, whip up a full-course dinner with the well-equipped modern kitchen, perfect when you’re visiting during the holidays. If you like swimming, wade into the sea or the shared pool for a nice dip.
Explore beautiful beaches and more in and around Port St. Joe
Port St. Joe and its nearby cities have many beautiful and quiet beaches to explore. Stay in one of these best beachfront rentals in or near the city and maximize your time on this slice of paradise!
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