Title: Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34112316&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home ## Photo gallery for Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home ![Property grounds - Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home (Port St. Joe Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34112400/34112316/63aed918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home (Port St. Joe Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34112400/34112316/643c51ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home (Port St. Joe Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34112400/34112316/c236eaab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home (Port St. Joe Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34112400/34112316/66839c77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home (Port St. Joe Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34120000/34112400/34112316/46daf74d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Cottage by the Sea, a Gulf-front home with an open-concept main living level and beautiful kitchen. Watch the kids play on the beach from one of two decks or enjoy quality time in your private pool. With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, this vacation home accommodates 10 people comfortably. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101755 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home New Build, Upscale, Gulf Front with Private Pool Looking for premium accommodations with a private pool, private beach access and ability to see the beach as well as the Gulf from your rental, then you have found it all in COTTAGE BY THE SEA! There are no tall dunes blocking the view of this beautiful Gulf-front home. You can sit on either of the decks and watch the kids play on the beach. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this gulf front vacation home on the south cape accommodates 10\. This home also features an open concept main living level, with a beautiful and well-stocked kitchen with granite counters and white stainless appliances. Different family members supporting different sports teams? Not a problem! There is a flat-screen TV provided in each bedroom. Cottage by the Sea is a newly built home and with high end finishing's. Looking for adventure during your stay at Cottage by the Sea? Your reservation includes $250 worth of adventure gear rental, delivery fee may apply. Whether your adventure is sitting under an umbrella on the white-sandy beaches, biking, or fishing from a kayak in the Bay, this $250 credit towards your vacation gear rental will ensure you have the adventure you seek. You will be able to shop for bikes, paddle boards, kayaks, beach chairs, umbrellas, or even beach carts. No need to find the rental company, your gear will be delivered to your beach house and will be waiting for your arrival. LAYOUT: 1st Floor \- Parking for 4 Cars \- Charcoal Acorn Grill \- Enclosed Hot/Cold Outdoor Shower \- Private Pool \~ 19 x 9, can be heated for an additional fee. \- House Entry with Electronic Lock 2nd Floor \- Large Living Area with 55-Inch TV \- Gourmet Kitchen with Built-in Grill and Griddle Function \- Large Unique Dining Table with Built-in Bench Seating on One Aide and Chair Seating on the Other \- Access to Main Level Gulf-Front Deck \- Kids Bunk Room with 2 Built-in Extra Long Twin over Twin Bunks \- Full Bath via Hall Access 3rd Floor \- Gulf-Front King Master Bedroom with En Suite Bath \- Gulf-Front King Bedroom with Access to Hall Bath \- Private Access to Top Level Gulf-Front Screened Porch \- Street Side King Bedroom with Access to Hall Bath \- Stackable Washer and Dryer This Home Accommodates 10. Bed Count: 3 King x 4 Twin. Bringing a pet or want pool heat? That can be arranged for additional fees (please note that pool heat will only raise the water temperature 10 degrees above the outside temperature). Please check with us on size and number limits for pets. No events allowed that are over the occupancy of the house or that require a chaperone. We strictly adhere to a minimum age limit for renters. \*Upon booking guests are asked to sign our rental agreement and send ID verification\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,755 square feet ## Similar properties ![Apartment, 5 Bedrooms, Sea Facing | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16350000/16340800/16340719/f2941976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shore to be Fun Port St. Joe - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=16340719&PinnedHotelID=16340719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108870000/108865500/108865408/ce39d118.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear! Port Saint Joe - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.4 Very good 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=108865408&PinnedHotelID=108865408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99900000/99899800/99899781/a532783d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunray Oasis Port St. Joe - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=99899781&PinnedHotelID=99899781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75720000/75713600/75713542/f5f34b71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Captains Duplex on the Coast - Entire building Port Saint Joe - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=75713542&PinnedHotelID=75713542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92770000/92763400/92763388/e9e3a3f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shangri-La - St Joe Beach, Pet Friendly, Unobstructed Gulf View, Sleeps 7 Port St. Joe - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=92763388&PinnedHotelID=92763388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91253900/91253826/07a1de93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gin and Tonic: 6 BR Beachfront Home- Priv. Pool, Sleeps 20, Pet Friendly! St. Joe Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.4 Very good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=91253826&PinnedHotelID=91253826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92960000/92952700/92952629/537c4a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Screen Porch, Close to Beach \~ Emerald Palms 3 St. Joe Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=92952629&PinnedHotelID=92952629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92553700/92553668/388659e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Heaven in St Joe Beach!!! St Joe Beach - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=92553668&PinnedHotelID=92553668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88080000/88076600/88076519/67e061c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACON BREAK PAD IS 350 STEPS TO BEACH! 4BD/2BA, PRIVATE POOL! Port Saint Joe - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=88076519&PinnedHotelID=88076519&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91253900/91253832/9b4b3aaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whit's End: Luxury Beachfront Home with an Elevated Pool! Pet Friendly! St. Joe Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=91253832&PinnedHotelID=91253832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=34112316&PinnedHotelID=34112316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=34112316,16340719,108865408,99899781,75713542) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 16 New Upscale Gulf Front With Private Pool New build, upscale, gulf front with private pool Port St. Joe ## About the area Located in Port St. Joe, this holiday home is on the beach. Constitution Convention Museum State Park and Constitutional Convention Museum State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beacon Hill Park and Mexico Beach Park. Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. [Visit our Port St. Joe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-St-Joe.dx147606) [View more Holiday homes in Port St. Joe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-St-Joe-Private-Holiday-Homes.d147606-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.91645%2C-85.37977&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=S4ywCw5PqpwcC2lAx50Nt_L41MA=) Port St. Joe Beach, FL ### What's nearby - ![Palm tree and grasses blowing in the wind along a wild stretch of beach near Port St. Joe, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749237/495388dd-6cfb-498e-8aab-dd43bf7596f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Saint Joe Beach 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Port St Joe is a small Town in the Florida Panhandle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653527/0ec6f141-e814-4127-a0f9-f0b87b42670e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mexico Beach 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![PanamaCity_TyndallAirForceBase_6127813_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127813/e08431a1-b8c7-49dc-ac81-5bac3c5537ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center 27 min drive \- 24.2 miles - Beacon Hill Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Park 4 min drive \- 2.6 miles ### Restaurants - Shipwreck Raw Bar 2 min drive - Forgotten Coast Brewing Company 7 min drive - Express lane Food Mart 3 min drive - Subway 3 min drive - Tex Kitchen 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home have a pool? ### Is Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home? ### What time is check-out at Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home? ### Where is Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage By the Sea: Don't Book a House- Book a Home! Stunning beachfront home Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fahr J. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great week at the beach The house was great. Amazing location right on the beach. Pool with a beach view is really nice. Plenty of chairs, beach toys and gear. Outdoor shower next to the pool is convenient when coming off the beach. Close to shops and restaurants in both Mexico Beach and Port St Joe. Our kids loved it. We would stay here again. ##### Fahr J. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T., Sandy Springs 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### relaxing and peaceful 10 family members and a dog all meet up here in mexico beach for a family vacation. , comfortable stay, beach is amazing, water was warm. pool was cool and refreshing. This is a great place to go if you are looking to chill on the beach, lots of food trucks with great food, DG down the street has everything you need. only complaint is ants around the pool where a pain. all restraunts closed on tuesday night if your not preperad. ##### David T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorrie H. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The house was awesome. We have a wonderful family vacation. The property was great. Traffic wasn't bad to pull out in. ##### Lorrie H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve N. 10 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage by the sea Nice beach not crowded. Care was taken to decorate the unit. It was landscaped better than others. 3rd year in a row we visited the area and will be back next year. ##### Steve N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### randie g. 30 Jun 2020 #### Great location Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the location. The house was nice. Our only problem was the trash was left all week long from the previous renters. It stunk and caused flies all around the pool. We called several times and were told it would be picked up. It never was. Unfortunately the trash sits next to the pool. Every time we went downstairs we had to deal with the flies and stench. When we left it was still sitting there. ##### randie g. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott R. 14 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Great House Overall we had a great stay and loved the house. It was perfect for our teenagers and adults as well as our fur babies. My only complaint is the lack of knowledge that the management company has regarding some of the ammenities of the property. For example, prior reviews mentioned to not use the $250 credit to rent corn hole or a paddle board. So I called and asked the management company if they could confirm what "toys" were at the house. All they said was whatever is on the listing is all they know. I called another time to see if they had a Keurig. I had the same answer. Needless to say we arrived and the house had cornhole, a paddle board and a Keurig. They also had a lot of other items you could use. Like beach chairs, boogie boards, and a bocce set. They even had some free weights you could use for exercising. Like I said this was our only complaint and can easily be fixed by updating the listing. Another thing that should be mentioned in the listing is the beautiful veterans park that is right across the street. This was a great place for us to walk our dogs and there is a nice playground for kids. So families that are coming you don't have to go far to let your kids burn some energy in the park. We loved Port St Joe and will be back to rent this house again. ##### Scott R. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca M. 13 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing beachfront house! This was our first time to Port St. Joe and it was amazing! We loved the house and being able to walk right out to the beach was perfect. We enjoyed the much slower pace of the area as we usually go to Destin. Never again! We will be back to this place! ##### Rebecca M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Missy B., Kentucky, USA 29 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Family Vacation for 7+ Our stay At Cottage By The Sea was very nice. Our group included 7 adults and 1 infant. The bedroom situation was adequate...3 king bedrooms on the top floor, 1 bedroom with two twin bunk beds on main floor. Navigating the stairs 50 times daily was tiring (for those of us middle age LOL) & would be very difficult for someone handicapped or elderly. But we managed nicely. Would have liked to have had a few extra blankets in bedrooms. The weather was mostly terrible; lots of storms. I think we only had 2 good days of sun (out of 7). We found a couple of puzzles and one full deck of cards, which we put to good use. Would've been nice to have been able to sit outside & enjoy the rain storms but the balconies were too narrow to sit outside without getting drenched. The pool was a nice feature to have but too cold to use on the the first day because of the storms. We called the property manager immediately after arrival & they gave us instructions on turning on the pool heater. They added the prorated charge to our credit card. It was worth the extra charge! The kitchen was fully stocked. There is a Piggly Wiggly grocery store about 15 minutes away. We ate breakfast, lunch, & some dinners at home. A few dinner meals we ate out. Quatro Locos Tacos & Cantinos, as well as Dagwoods, both in Port St Joe, we're great. The Rib Crib toward Callaway was amazing. The home had several beach towels for use but only provided 1 bath towel per guest. One of the few negatives about the house... at one point, a large bug (possibly a roach) ran out from under the couch. That was the only time we saw a bug of any kind. The guy from the bug company came to spray 1 day afterwards but because we had two dogs inside the house at the time, the friend who was on our trip with us declined to have him spray. We appreciated being able to bring our 2 dogs w/ us. Once you book the property, you're given $250 towards renting beach gear. 250 will not get much so we rented an additional $300 worth of gear (a kayak which held 3 people, a paddle board, and a corn hole set).Plus we packed several floats, etc). The gear we had purchased was delivered before we arrived but I was very disappointed to see that the property already had a corn hold set, floats, and a paddle/surf board on site. That would've saved us several hundred dollars. The VRBO description did not include those items. Overall, our stay was great. I would definitely recommend this home! ##### Missy B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay M. 21 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house! We loved every part of it, it was amazing for families with small children! ##### Lindsay M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna-Marie C. 14 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### LOVED IT!! We had a wonderful time! Lovely property in a great location!! The beach and pool were absolutely perfect!! Our entire family enjoyed the week and felt very much at home. Thank you for being such gracious hosts! ##### Donna-Marie C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth E. 31 Aug 2021 #### Family Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is in the perfect location! It was so easy to get the kids and gear to the beach. The house is beautiful and perfect for families. The kitchen is well stocked and it made cooking for 10 people a breeze. We would love to come back again. ##### Elizabeth E. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine A. 13 Aug 2021 #### Charming Rental House Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 10 first stayed at Cottage By the Sea in July of 2019 and absolutely loved it. The towns of Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach were trying to recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, and therefore we were happy to be there to support their efforts. The house was perfect for our needs. The pool was small, but our grandkids loved it. We decided to book the house again for the summer of 2020, but COVID changed those plans for that summer, but we did get to come back in July of 2021\. Once again, we weren’t disappointed. We loved the addition of the bar area down by the pool the new owners had added. We thought we would plan on booking the house again for next summer but when we got online to do so, found that the weekly rent would be increased by about $5000! I’m sorry, but such a drastic increase in just one year is insane, so even though we loved it, we will be looking elsewhere. ##### Elaine A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Robert B., Canton, GA 16 Jul 2021 #### Great time even with the rain Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unfortunately we picked a week that had tropicals rains. However, this did not prevent our family from having a great time. Being right on the beach, it was easy to go out whenever the sun did come out. The location and the property were outstanding. We really enjoyed the bar area including a small refrigerator and seating area around the pool. The two balconies were the perfect place to relax and enjoy the site and sounds of the beach. The house was beautifully decorated and was well equipped. The master shower could use a little extra cleaning and a water spigot outside of the gate coming back from the beach would prevent a lot of sand being brought into the pool area. Wish we were still there right now. Would love to return to this property. ##### Robert B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann H., Weatherford 10 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lucky We were at this wonderful property during the threat of Elisa hurricane-it missed Mexico Beach. We had rain and ocean wasn’t pretty, but the Seclusion of Cottage by the sea made up for the off and on rain. We had 5 adults & 4 preteens and everyone was more than comfortable. The property had everything we needed. Great place ##### Ann H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim A. 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful getaway We loved staying here for our annual family beach trip! The property is gorgeous and well maintained. Our kids LOVED the bunk room. The adults favorite spot was on the bottom floor hanging out around the bar and pool. Such a unique and fun space! Only thing we would change is the busy highway right by the driveway. Of course, this is out of the owners control so we still gave all 5 stars ##### Kim A. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn M A. 10 May 2021 #### Fabulous Beach Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cottage by the Sea was a beautiful home; everything and more than we expected! We especially enjoyed the covered patio/porch by the pool. The home was emaculate, had a well-stocked kitchen, and beds were comfortable! There was one small plumbing issue while we were there. We called Cape and Coast and it was taken care of within a few hours ( rocket fast service ) ! (The Market on 5th Street was a great resource for anything we needed.) ##### Kathryn M A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S., LEAWOOD 3 Mar 2021 #### Cottage by the Sea Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was as nice as advertises and perfectly located for a quiet vacation. Heated pool is a real plus for cooler nights. The owner was available and very helpful. Great place to stay. ##### William S. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samarra D. 8 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful stay in Mexico Beach We absolutely loved this house! Perfect getaway for families. Calm waters and easy access to the beach. Just walk right out your back door! Pool and outside shower help keep sand out of the house. Beautifully decorated interior with stunning deck views of the evening sunset. Quick drive to local grocery stores, restaurants and bars. ##### Samarra D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky S. 5 Oct 2020 #### Cottage by the Sea Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great vacation home for a family of all ages. Very clean, well stocked, beach was perfect. ##### Becky S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill M., Sulligent, Alabama 20 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEST vacation home we have stayed in. Love the Mexico Beach area. The house was the perfect place to stay. Right on the beach PLUS it has it’s own private pool. House was really clean and kitchen well stocked. Beds were comfortable and outdoor porches were so nice to just sit and enjoy being at the beach. We will definitely return next year to the wonderful beach vacation home !!!! ##### Jill M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy G. 13 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach Getaway Vacation with my husband and my sister. The house was exactly as advertised. Beds were comfortable. A/C worked incredibly well. Kitchen had everything we needed. Plenty of bath towels. The pool at the end of the day was awesome. All in all, a wonderful vacation. We missed visiting Port St. Joe / Mexico Beach last year because of the hurricane the year before. I was very glad to get back to this quiet oasis. ##### Cathy G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Tim S. 15 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation The property was nice. There was a problem with the sub-floor at the back door on the main level. The sub-floor seems to have rotted and you will sink about six inches of step on the area. I sent an email reporting the problem. The property is nice Its beachfront with plenty of room. The area is nice and not crowded. Will stay in Port St Joe again. ##### Tim S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian C. 27 Nov 2019 #### Great stay at Cottage by the Sea! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice and well appointed. The view and proximity to the beach are excellent. Mexico Beach is still suffering with many businesses still closed. St Joe is a short ride for additional options. We would definitely return! ##### Brian C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda M. 28 Sept 2019 #### Amazing Stay!! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved this property! The house is beautiful, and layout is fantastic! Upon arrival, the house was well-stocked and very clean. After a long drive, we couldn’t have asked for more. Check in and out on the mobile app made the process quick and saved a ton of time since we didn't have to travel to an office. The beach is beautiful and proximity is one of the closest we have experienced. We hope to come back again!! ##### Amanda M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trish T. 7 Sept 2019 #### Loved it!!! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful and super clean. Enjoyed the views from both decks. The pool was also wonderful to have after being in the beach. Have to say that Cape and Coast was awesome to work with—always friendly and helpful. ##### Trish T. ---