BAY WATCH IS A 2BD IMMACULATE COTTAGE W/BAY VIEWS, 2 COMMUNITY POOLS! PET FRIENDLY!

Port Saint Joe, Florida
$315 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to Bay Watch, a beautifully decorated 2BD/2.5BA cottage with stunning views of St. Joseph Bay from the balcony. Located in the peaceful Barefoot Cottages community, this immaculate home is just minutes from shops, restaurants, and beaches. Enjoy laid-back living with fantastic amenities, including two pools, a clubhouse, fitness center, walking paths, and BBQ areas. The perfect place for a relaxing getaway!

Property highlights:
Stunning balcony views
Close to shops, restaurants and beaches
Community amenities including two pools, clubhouse and fitness center
Walking paths and BBQ areas
Please note: RVs, trailers and boats are NOT allowed within the community gates
Minimum stay: 3-night minimum stay

PROPERTY DETAILS
First level:
Open-concept living area with smart TV and sleeper sofa
Fully-stocked kitchen with quartz countertops, breakfast bar with seating for 3
Dining area with seating for 6
Half bathroom
Washer/dryer
Screened-in porch
Second level:
Master suite with king-size bed, smart TV, private access to screened-in porch, en suite bathroom
Master bathroom with walk-in shower
Private screened-in porch with bay views
Guest suite with queen-size bed, smart TV, en suite bathroom
Guest bathroom with tub/shower combo
Outdoor community amenities:
Gated community
2 pools
Hot tub
Exercise room
Walking paths
Grills and picnic areas
Area information:
When you're ready to hit the beach, you'll discover miles of natural beauty just waiting to be explored. Whether you're casting a line for some shore fishing, strolling along the shoreline in search of seashells, splashing in the refreshing saltwater, or simply soaking up the sun, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Venture into nearby Port St. Joe for a taste of local life with charming shops, delicious restaurants, and convenient grocery stores. Stroll along Reid Avenue in downtown to experience the quaint shops and eateries. Make sure to visit the historical Lighthouse and the Sea Turtle Museum — we love our sea turtles!

Parking: Two parking spots are guaranteed. Please note, NO RVs, trailers or boats are allowed inside the community gates.

Pet policy: This home is pet-friendly, and allows up to 2 dogs. If you choose to bring a pet, a charge of $125 plus tax will be added to your reservation after you book.

Golf cart: No.

Linens and supplies: This home comes with everything you need! All bed and bath linens are supplied, as well as all cookware, dinnerware and glassware in the kitchen. A few essential items are provided upon arrival: Dawn dishwashing soap, one sponge, two dishwasher pods, one garbage bag, one roll of paper towels, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, two individual/small bars of soap per bathroom, one laundry powder and one fabric softener.

Beach gear and recreation equipment: Some of our properties typically have beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, toys, etc.) on site. However, there is no guarantee as these items tend to come and go throughout the year.

Age requirement: Minimum age limit to rent this home is 25 years old.

Credit card fee: All payments are subject to a 3.25% credit card processing fee. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover.

Rental agreement: A signed rental agreement is required upon booking.

Monthly rentals: SNOWBIRDS WELCOME! Monthly rental rates are available during the winter season, November through early March. Please contact Sunshine Vacation Rentals if you are interested.

Cancellation policy: We strongly encourage our guests to purchase the optional travel insurance to protect your vacation investment. All reservations include an administrative fee of $35 (plus taxes) upon booking which is non-refundable in the event of a reservation cancellation. Credit cards processing fees will be charged upon cancellation which is equal to 3.25% of all payments made.

Reservations canceled at least 60 days before check-in date will receive a 100% refund, minus cancellation fees. Reservations canceled between 30 to 60 days before check-in date will receive a 50% refund, minus cancellation fees. Reservations canceled less than 30 days before check-in date will result in forfeiture of the full advance rental payments and any other payments.

Area construction disclaimer: Our beautiful area has been under reconstruction since being struck by Hurricane Michael in 2018. While we strive to give you an accurate representation in our photos, we cannot guarantee that new construction near your rental hasn't begun since our photos were taken.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Pam W.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    This was our second trip to Bay Watch, and it did not disappoint! It's a lovely home in a quaint community and just close enough to the beach and downtown PSJ. We enjoyed eating local fare at a number of restaurants, sitting on the gorgeous beach for hours (despite the remnants of the recent red tide!), and relaxing in the comfortable home. I'm sure we will be back!

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Adorable house--even better than advertised! A very comfortable stay for a long weekend.

  • Lee K.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Place was clean and fairly well stocked. Beds were nice. Wi-fi was spotty but could be fixed by unplugging the modem. The front door jammed so you had to push hard on the door right away after typing in the code.

  • Jayne C.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    The property had everything we needed for us to make ourselves comfortable during a 5 night stay with a 7 year old and 18 month old. The internet was very spotty, but we didn’t mind limiting screen time for the 7 year old.

  • Pam W.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We loved staying at Bay Watch in the Barefoot Cottages coummunity. The location was great, the home beautiful, and the reservation process/communication a breeze. We'll consider this place for future beach trips!

  • WALTER B.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 20, 2025

    My wife and i had a wonderful 6 days at BAY WATCH, The home was immaculate.Your only about 5 minutes to the beach in Mexico Beach. All resturants are a short drive away.Wonderful place to stay...jr-janice

  • Chastity M.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    We usually stay at seas the day but wanted to try another one of barefoot cottages. This is a very convenient place to stay other then needing somewhere to keep our boat. Bat watch was very beachy feeling! The only recommendation I would make is maybe invest in a couple pillow tops for the beds to make them comfortable, overall we had a great time!

  • valerie q.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    The home was very nice, clean, perfect location to everything in the area. everything you needed was provided EXCEPT an iron and ironing board which we had to buy at a local store. It was left in the unit, hopefully it will remain for future guests. Also, the mattress in the Master bedroom was awful, both sides had deep holes you would fall into...definitely time for a new mattress.

  • Eric D.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The house was very very nice! Everything was there for a family of four. Definitely a place to come back to for us. The area is beautiful, especially the beach at St Joseph Bay. Pristine clear water, white sandy beaches and very clean. If you are looking for a tranquil vacation with sun, sand and sea this is the place!

  • MICHAEL R.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 5, 2024

    Minor issues were resolved with quick response. The area is within easy reach of downtown PSJ, Windmark, and the beaches. Cottage was clean and worked very well for our needs. Enjoyed TV time in the living room and the beds and bathrooms were A+. Would certainly stay here again.

  • MARK W.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 8, 2024

    Great place

  • sha h.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    Super cute, clean house perfect for a family of four. My husband and I went for a long weekend getaway. This place was great.

  • Brooke M.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 23, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay at the Barefoot Community. It was the perfect location for our family, and we enjoyed our drive to Cape San Blas to hit the beach as well as the local shops and restaurants in Port St Joe. The community was quiet with a very relaxed, laid back atmosphere. The only complaint we had was the keypad at the gate - everytime we had to punch in the code to enter the gate, we got shocked ⚡️by the metal on the edge of the keypad. Definitely recommend having the community maintenance team check that out. Other than the gate keypad, we enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend.

  • Caleb K.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    House was super nice and beds were extremely comfortable. Only negatives I have were no paper towels or extra trash bags. Other than that, wonderful place. Would definitely stay again!

  • Allison C.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    We had a great time but I feel like the description was a little misleading. I thought we would be able to walk to the Bay Area.

  • Cindy H.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Nice house. Beautiful start

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$315+
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