How much does a Port St. Joe vacation rental cost?

The median Port St. Joe vacation rental costs $316 per night, plus applicable fees and taxes. Because you book directly with owners, FloridaRentals adds no booking fees.

What is the cheapest month to visit Port St. Joe?

February is usually the least expensive with a median nightly rate of about $300. Winter months are typically quieter in Port St. Joe as the temperature drops. Shoulder months in spring and fall also tend to be more affordable.

Is Port St. Joe on the beach?

No. Port St. Joe sits on St. Joseph Bay, so its waterfront features bay shoreline rather than Gulf beaches. The nearest Gulf sand is about 15 minutes west at St. Joe Beach or farther out on Cape San Blas. For a Gulf-front or beachfront rental, compare properties on Cape San Blas.

Is Port St. Joe dog friendly?

Yes, Port St. Joe is friendly to leashed dogs. Away from the sand, the St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve has trailheads at the Visitor Center, the Main Gate, the Deal Tract, the South Gate, and the Island Gate. Your dog can walk its trails with you during daylight hours, as long as it stays on a leash.

Do you need a car in Port St. Joe, and is parking free?

A car is useful if you plan to visit Gulf beaches, nearby communities, or attractions outside downtown. You may be able to explore downtown on foot if you stay nearby, and downtown street parking has no meters. Big Bend Transit offers a book-ahead, door-to-door weekday service in Gulf County. Check current service details and any boat-ramp fees before you travel.

Is Port St. Joe a good place to visit with kids?

Port St. Joe suits families looking for outdoor activities and calmer bay water. The shallow water near George Core Park, the pirate ship playground at Frank Pate Park, and the Constitution Convention Museum offer options for different ages. Public Gulf beaches do not have lifeguards, so check conditions and supervise children near the water.

Should I stay in Port St. Joe or on Cape San Blas?

Stay in Port St. Joe for downtown convenience, bay access, and proximity to local services. Choose Cape San Blas if you want a Gulf-front setting and easier access to the peninsula’s beaches and state park. Keep in mind that the Cape has one main road, while a full grocery store is back in town, which is about 25 minutes from mid-Cape.

Port St. Joe vacation rentals

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Port St. Joe is a small bay town on Florida’s Forgotten Coast in the Panhandle, where you can paddle over seagrass, explore the waterfront, and enjoy a laid-back coastal atmosphere. Most Port St. Joe vacation rentals are houses, from cottages near downtown to homes in the WindMark Beach community. Located along St. Joseph Bay, the town offers access to local bay beaches, with Gulf Coast destinations like Mexico Beach nearby. Book directly with the owner to avoid booking fees, and expect a median nightly rate of $357 for a house.

Watersong

Port St. Joe House

Sleeps 10, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

Key Amenities

Air conditioning
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Pet friendly
Private pool
WiFi

About this property

Watersong is perched on the white sand beach of the Gulf of Mexico and affords its visitors front row seats to some of the most spectacular vistas in the area. This four-bedroom, gulf front vacation home also includes a private built-in heated pool. Balconies on each level offer stunning vistas of the...

$316 × 3 nights	$948
Cleaning + damage waiver	$325
Tax (12%)	$153
Booking fee	$0
Total	$1,426

$306 × 7 nights	$2,142
Cleaning + damage waiver	$325
Tax (12%)	$296
Booking fee	$0
Total	$2,763

$268 × 30 nights	$8,040
Cleaning + damage waiver	$325
Tax (12%)	$1,004
Booking fee	$0
Total	$9,369

Month	Median nightly	Difference from annual	High / low air temp	Avg. gulf temp	What’s going on
January	$335	-17%	64° / 44°	62°	Apalachicola Oyster Cook-Off (about 30 minutes east)
February	$300	-25%	66° / 47°	63°	Gumbo Cook-Off at the Mexico Beach boat ramp
March	$385	-4%	71° / 53°	67°	Blues on Reid
April	$415	+3%	76° / 58°	72°	Antique Boat & Classic Car Show on the Apalachicola riverfront
May	$442	+10%	84° / 66°	79°	Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Festival downtown, Tupelo Honey Festival in Wewahitchka
June	$593	+48%	89° / 73°	84°	Juneteenth block party and Freedom Day parade
July	$593	+48%	90° / 75°	87°	Fourth of July fireworks over the bay, Kingfish Tournament out of Mexico Beach
August	$456	+13%	89° / 75°	87°	Scallop season opens mid-month, when FWC allows
September	$441	+10%	87° / 72°	85°	Florida Scallop, Music & Arts Festival, Labor Day weekend
October	$383	-5%	81° / 62°	79°	Blast on the Bay Songwriters Festival
November	$305	-24%	73° / 52°	71°	Florida Seafood Festival in Apalachicola, Mexico Beach Turkey Trot
December	$314	-22%	66° / 47°	66°	Christmas on the Coast parade down Monument Avenue, New Year's Eve fireworks downtown

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