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Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
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Smart TV, Netflix, Hulu, books
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4610 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed

Welcome to Clown Fish Cottage – Your Peaceful Coastal Retreat

Thoughtfully Designed for Comfort & Joy
• First-floor, one-level living—easy entry with just a single step.
• Bright, cheerful, open layout with a cozy nautical theme.
• Sleeps 4 comfortably: King bedroom + twin-size bunk beds.
• Smart TVs, Roku, and Wi-Fi for streaming your favorites.
• Covered patio for beach gear + screened porch with ocean views, porch swing & dining.

Yes, Your Dog is Welcome Too
• Pet-friendly home so your furry friend can come along for the fun.
• The dog-friendly beach is just 4 blocks away.
• Walkable sidewalks, quiet streets, and friendly neighbors all around.

Location That Brings You Closer to What Matters
• One block from the Gulf—ocean views from inside the cottage.
• Easy access to the beach via boardwalk just across the street.
• No high-rises, no noisy condos—just peaceful, residential beauty.
• Grocery store & restaurants just a few minutes away

Relaxing Rain or Shine
• Games, live TV, and all your streaming apps ready for downtime.
• Whether the sun is shining or a shower rolls in, you’ll feel right at home.

A Place to Return To, Again and Again
This isn’t just about getting away, it’s about coming home to yourself.
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to rest, restore, and reconnect… this is it. Book now, take the first step, and give yourself the peace you’ve earned.

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Area Information you might find helpful:

Shopping Options
• Just a few blocks away, you’ll find The Shell Shack, a local favorite for souvenirs and fresh seafood

• Looking to venture out? Port St. Joe is a short 12-minute drive and offers charming boutique shops along Reed Street—ideal for slow strolling and meaningful finds.

• If you’re feeling adventurous and want to make a day of it, head 40 minutes east to Apalachicola—a vibrant coastal town with eclectic shops, great dining, and even a local brewery.

Dining Options
Mexico Beach
• A handful of food trucks (open at varied times)
• A cozy coffee house
• Mango Marley’s, our current full-service restaurant—less than a mile from the cottage.

Dining Options east towards Port St. Joe
• Shipwreck Raw Bar for fresh local seafood on your left
• Windmark Beach: Enjoy pizza, wings, cornhole & brew.

Dining Options
Port St. Joe:
• Find both fast food options (McDonald's, Taco Bell, Burger King) and locally-owned restaurants with heart and flavor all throughout Port St. Joe on both sides of Hwy 98.

• Browse our Welcome Book inside the cottage for menus and recommendations.

• Most eateries are located along Reed Street, the town’s culinary hub.

Dining Options west towards Panama City
Heading west to Parker (about 25–30 minutes)
• Don’t miss Leon’s Donuts—they’re unforgettable!
• Enjoy Royal Thai on your left
• Rodeo – steak & seafood
• You’ll also find a variety of familiar restaurants like Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Culvers, Whattaburger - (open 24 hours) and more.

Nightlife – Light Up Your Evenings, Your Way
Just 2 miles from Clown Fish Cottage, Lookout Lounge offers
• Weekend live music
• Karaoke nights full of fun and energy

In Port St. Joe, you’ll find
• A handful of local bars with live music, pool tables, and great conversation.

Drive east to Apalachicola (40 minutes) for more vibrant nightlife options with live music and a welcoming vibe.

Grocery Stores

• About 1 mile from the cottage: A small grocery store for all your essentials
• 2 miles away: Dollar General for quick staples and extras.

In Port St. Joe
• Piggly Wiggly and Dollar General Market—well-stocked and easy to navigate.

Heading west (30-minute drive): Winn-Dixie and Walmart near Tyndall Air Force Base if you’re looking to stock up for a longer stay or cheaper prices

Property manager

Shep Slater

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 610 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking, vaping or drug use anywhere on the property.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the area

Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is near 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mexico Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Mexico Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Beacon Hill Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mexico Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Windmark Beach - 9 min drive - 9.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Forgotten Coast Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Express lane Food Mart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shell Shack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The View On Old 98 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Mexico Beach and Park. Park Under the Palms and Dog Walking Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip!

Enjoyed a wonderful week at this property. Very comfortable & zero complaints. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy!

Perfect for us! Super close to the beach, friendly quiet neighborhood, lots of places to walk dogs, super great food close by. Accomadting friendly host! Definetly plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Rental property

This was a beautiful property, a very quiet location and very close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Mexico Beach & Clown Fish Cottage

Highly recommend this home! It was spotless, well stocked with everything you could possibly need, bed was extremely comfortable. Great location & easy check in. We loved our stay & will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Mexico Beach

Everything was as advertised, we were there for 6 weeks and enjoyed our selves very much. The apartment was very clean and cozy. The beaches and sunsets are fantastic. The host checked in with us when we arrived to see if we had any questions which was much appreciated. Would highly recommend Clown Fish Cottage.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property!!

The stay here was so nice, we will stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escaping from cold

Loved visiting Mexico Beach. It was our first trip there. The cottage was perfect for our needs. Shep responded promptly to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay at Beloved Mexico Beach

Great, clean space, and steps to the beautiful beach. Only two suggestions ...more towels and washcloths & a can opener. 😊 Great stay & Hope to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

My little family loved staying at the Clown Fish Cottage. The location to the beach was great! My daughter loved the bunk beds. This was our second time to Mexico Beach and we will definitely keep this place in mind when coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clown Fish

Great place to stay! We enjoyed every second.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Great place clean and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time!!

Fantastic! Would love to stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome cottage

My husband, my 14 year old dog and me had a blast. I especially loved the screened in porch with a swing!!! We all enjoyed the local beaches, bars and shops. We will definitely return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing experience!!! Can’t say much for VRBO, but the owner of our rental was amazing!!!

Beautiful and tranquil!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host! Great Stay!

The property is exactly as described on VRBO.. perfect for us and our two girls (14 and 11). They loved the bunk beds! The king size bed in the master bedroom was SO comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook family meals on the nights that we stayed in! Great location with a very short walk to the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week of Paradise

My husband and I came down to this adorable beach cottage for 7 days. Very easy to find and located within walking distance to the beach. Shep made checking in and out very easy. The property was extremely clean. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H., Mableton Ga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clown house cottage

We loved our stay! Close to the beach, and nice area. Property just as described. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First trip to Mexico Beach

We enjoyed our stay here. No traffic. Easy access to the beach. Could use some more restaurants but what do a here are great. We loved the clown fish house. It is awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little cottage

My family of 3 and family pet enjoyed our extended stay at this property. Everything was exactly as listed and perfect for us! Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Shep is super host, hospitality great, cottage just right for us, close to beach. Couldn’t have had better accommodations!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We enjoyed our stay!

Everything was as advertised. Clown Fish Cottage was welcoming and comfortable. I especially enjoyed the porch swing and the breeze. Thank you and we hope to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Neat Place

The unit was small but perfect for two and a small dog. Shep the owner was great and very willing to please. Good location just a block off the beach and great views. Can't say enough good things about this place.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what you need.

Everything you need and nothing you don’t. Well appointed property, nicely built and decorated and very close to the beach. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brian

Wonderful property, so close to the beach. Shep kept communication open all week. I will stay there again and you should too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach vacation!

We loved the cottage and the location. We plan to come back soon. Access to the beach was easy and the cottage was very comfortable. The cottage had everything we needed and the screened porch was so nice. Kitchen was well stocked and very clean. It’s perfect for a couple or family with 2 small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023