The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.

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9.8Outstanding
(101 Ratings)
"Super clean and spacious home, great beach amenities available, super easy walk to the beach, and the host was super responsive when I sent her any questions. Great nearby restraunts as well."
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(101 Ratings)

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8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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About this house rental

Just bring your clothes and food — we've thought of everything else.

O'Connell's Beach House is the ultimate unplug-and-unwind retreat on Florida's Forgotten Coast. This beautifully renovated, fully stocked 3-bedroom home sits on a quiet street directly across from the beach, giving you that rare combination of total privacy and unbeatable access to the Gulf.
Room to spread out and relax.

With 1,800 sq ft of open, airy living space, 12-foot vaulted ceilings, and tile floors throughout (plus fresh carpet in the bedrooms), this home feels as good as it looks. The master bath features a brand new 72-inch open walk-in shower — the kind of upgrade that makes you feel like you're staying somewhere truly special. The kitchen has everything you need to cook like you're at home, and when you'd rather grill, the back deck with a gas grill overlooking the fenced backyard is ready for you.
The Forgotten Coast's best-kept secret.

St. Joe Beach is the real deal — no high-rise condos, no overcrowded shoreline. Just sugar-white sand, crystal-clear Gulf water, and the kind of unspoiled natural beauty that's getting harder and harder to find in Florida. Dolphins, sea turtles, and shorebirds are regular visitors, and the relaxed pace here is something guests fall in love with immediately.

Everything you need is already here.

The storage shed out back is stocked with all the beach gear you could want — wagon, stroller, coolers, chairs, umbrellas, fishing poles, and a beach cart. Two kayaks are also available to rent on-site. Pull up with your family, unload, and you're ready to go.

Plenty of space — even for the boat.
The large yard has room to park a boat or RV, making this an ideal base for anglers and water lovers. Full-service marinas with public boat ramps are just minutes away in both Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach.

Dining and fun within walking distance.
Shipwreck Restaurant is a 5-minute walk, and a handful of great local spots are just 5–10 minutes by car. After dinner, come back and unwind on the screened front porch overlooking the tropical landscaped front yard — one of the most popular spots in the house.

Nearly 100 five-star reviews and a 9.8/10 rating say it better than we can: guests love this place and keep coming back. Families, friend groups, pet owners — everyone feels at home here.

Dates fill up fast on the Forgotten Coast. Check availability and make this your summer.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(101 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Super clean and spacious home, great beach amenities available, super easy walk to the beach, and the host was super responsive when I sent her any questions. Great nearby restraunts as well.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
When we arrived and opened the door we were all talking at the same time .. it’s beautiful clean well stocked comfy homey and more than we expected . Thank you for a beautiful home and everything we needed . Sitting on the porch quiet and peaceful not far from the beach and chairs umbrellas were provided ! Enjoy your stay
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Beautiful inside a hidden jem is correct. Easy to get to, clear instructions for entry, beach close by. Three blocks to the beach from this lovely home. We cooked every dinner in the home in the well stocked kitchen. Dishwasher available for easy clean up. Two bathrooms and hot water for each of us. Washer and dryer also on premises for guest. I didn’t see a broom but I used the vacuum while I was there. WiFi was good. One of my adult daughters still had to report to classes online while we were there. Great neighborhood very quiet and safe. We enjoyed our stay very much. I did forget to sign the guest book before I left I would like to say thank you for letting us rent your beautiful home it was very nice and comfortable.
5 / 10·Aug 2021
We had a great time and we were impressed with the condition of the place. Golf cart is very slow so we didn’t use it but once. We loved our stay and will be back!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House. pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Best Kept Secret on the Gulf =Newly Renovated 3BR St. Joe Beach House.?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and family friendly.


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