Cozy home *boat dock* across from beach!

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8168 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer

Explore the area

Mexico Beach, FL

Mexico Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Mexico Beach Marina
‪6 min walk‬
Saint Joe Beach
‪5 min drive‬

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy home boat dock across from beach!

*June and July require 7 day booking Saturday - Saturday*

Immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of Mexico Beach at this beautiful, newly remodeled cottage in the Waterside Village Neighborhood just across the street from the powdery white sand and clear ocean water. This 4 bedroom/ 2.5 bath home known as Starfish Cottage, is located on the canal with a boat dock and perfect fishing spot! Enjoy the sunsets while sitting on one of our 3 balconies with ocean views or a canal view in the back. The kids (and adults too) are sure to be entertained with the games in the loft or the beach toys and equipment left for you to use. No need to pack beach toys or towels! Neighborhood pool is a short walk down the dock. Our cleaner spends hours cleaning and sanitizing prior to your stay. Ozone air purifier is used between each stay to ensure a safe, healthy trip for you!

LIVING AREAS

Curl up on the sofa and love seat or the oversized leather chair surrounding the 60' TV to watch a movie or relax after a day in the sun.

KITCHEN & DINING

Enjoy making family meals in the fully stocked kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and helpful gadgets including a coffee maker (pot or pods) and a toaster. When dinner is ready, gather around the dining table with seating for 6 or have a seat at the kitchen island on the 3 barstools.

BEDROOMS

This home sleeps up to eight guests between the 4 bedrooms. The bedroom mattresses and quilts were just updated for a good nights sleep.

EXTRA AMENITIES

Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a washer & dryer, hair dryers in each full bathroom and wifi speakers in the kitchen to enjoy some music while inside. Driveway parking available for 1 car and garage parking available for 1 additional vehicle. A plethora of beach/pool toys, fishing poles, beach chairs, coolers, paddle board and bicycles are available for you to enjoy in the garage! You will also have access to our community pool and hot tub.

SAFETY

We are in a quiet area with a gated entry with pass code only. Our exterior cameras are on and recording at each exit to monitor for wildlife and any unwanted activity.

THE LOCATION

This property boasts a prime location just a short walk to local restaurants, food trucks and shopping.

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Mexico Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a hot tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Mexico Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Mexico Beach Marina

This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Hot tub
Pool toys

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Dock

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a village
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront

Things to do

Bicycles
Paddleboard
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Bicycles
Unit size: 1,806 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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Cozy home boat dock across from beach! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

TERRI F.

31 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

We came down to visit our son in the Airforce and he told us to stay in Mexico Beach. This property was only a short block from the beach and had everything we needed. I usually don’t sleep well when I travel but this felt like home. It was well appointed and quiet. We hope to be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori Anne R.

24 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Family Beach Trip!

We enjoyed our stay exploring Mexico Beach! The beach house was fantastic, and incredibly spacious, providing plenty of room for everyone. The reviews we read were spot on, and the easy access to the beach was a huge plus. Kristen was great to work with, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Mexico Beach is much quieter than 30A, has lots of new construction in the area, is clean, and has some great restaurants. It will not be long for this area to be very popular. It was a great stay and will definitely come back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S., Gainesville

1 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We brought our boat and jet skis and have a phenomenal time. Cottage was clean and well stocked - you really don’t need anything but food and clothes. Owner was amazingly quick with communication and a joy to rent from.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Starfish Cottage Review

Thank you so much. Home was exactly as presented. convenient location to beach, great for docking a boat, clean, comfy and beautiful. Convenient to restaurants, shopping, etc. Our family enjoyed it very much and will be back. Thank you, PM

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha B.

6 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location with plenty of space

This was the first time I stayed in a place not directly on the beach. However, the walk is so short it felt as though we were directly on the beach. We had an amazing time. We enjoyed the coffee shop and Mango Marleys were all an easy walk to enjoy. The home was clean and had planet of room. We really enjoyed the balconies. I plan to come back and stay here again. It was a very relaxing stay for us all.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

15 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Get-away!!

We really enjoyed out stay! The only issue we had was keeping the littles off the stairs. LOL But it was great, no issues and would recommend it highly for a family or friends to enjoy.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

5 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

All you need and more!

Our family of four stayed late July and loved the space, location and amenities! We could have comfortably added another family in the home. All the kitchen supplies and beach supplies you need and more. We made use of the paddle board, fishing supplies and beach wagon. Loved the location on the canal - we saw four manatees right off the private dock! Only saw them one afternoon, so not sure if it was a rare occurrence but it was amazing. Very easy, short walk to the beach, thanks to the provided wagon. The water quality was excellent and the same as the rest of Mexico Beach (was initially worried about being close to the canal outlet). Would definitely stay here again! Kristin was amazing at communicating. Walked to Shell Shack for fresh fish, walked to coffee shop, Crazy Beach Pizza, Marina and the adorable shops. Location was PERFECTION! Pool was clean and comfortable. Mexico Beach is a gem of a town and we can't wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything We Didn't Know We Needed!

The house was exactly as pictured - we were very happy with the location and all amenities. The owners have thought of everything and the house is well stocked. I panicked when my kids wanted to go looking for crabs at night - I didn't pack flashlights! But of course there were some ready for us in the garage. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R., Brooksville

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Lovely property, very short walk to the beach, lots of beach chairs, beach towels and beach toys. I would recommend Starfish Cottage for your next vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

9 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing accommodations for a PERFECT week!

Just bring yourself! This home has it all! We had two families (4 adults and 4 kids) and just needed a quick trip to the grocery. These owners supplied the chairs, toys and the carts to carry it all to and from the beach! Very spacious with beautiful views! Don’t let the walk across the street stop you from booking here - it was a PERFECT vacation! We will definitely be returning!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

LaJuana B.

26 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Cousins Weekend

The Starfish Cottage proved to be the perfect house for seven adult cousins of various ages to get together and enjoy each other’s company for a long weekend. The house is spacious and spread out enough over three floors that we never felt cramped or crowded. We appreciated the cleanliness of the house and enjoyed all the comforts of home while being in a beautiful beach area. On the backside of the cottage is a water canal with a boardwalk. We weren’t able to stroll around it as it is currently under repair, but once it is completed it will be nice to walk around to the pool. The Waterside Village pool is large, the water sparkling clean, and the design provided ease of entry for all ages. Our weekend proved to be a beautiful one and we enjoyed being able to walk across the highway to access the beach. The only concern with the house was the two levels of stairs that made it a little difficult for some to maneuver, but we managed them very carefully. Everyone agreed they would love to return very soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P., Alabama

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place for a Family

House was nice & had plenty of room for our 4 Adults & 3 Children party. Everything is nice, clean & well maintained. The only small thing I had concerns about was the dock area. It had shards of wood & screws sticking up which was a concern with us & children stepping on & hurting our feet. One of the boards to the steps to the dock is loose & about to fall off which is a falling hazard. Other than that everything else was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., Bowling Green, KY USA

23 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfectly Appointed and Convenient

Our group of 5 very much enjoyed our recent visit to Starfish Cottage. Mexico Beach is what we were looking for with its laid-back feel and little traffic. The unit was very well furnished with all we needed for our stay. Great beach amenities as well

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

5 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Starfish Cottage review

This home was beautiful, well equipped, and the location was perfect for us. We enjoyed our stay there.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui S.

20 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

The house was very clean and comfortable. Host has some nice amenities for enjoying the beach.

Great stay. Lovely furnishings, well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds. Lot’s of stairs with no bedrooms on first floor so not for people with mobility issues. Was great for my family though. Would definitely recommend to friends.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

26 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience, will come again

I came with a group of friends for my birthday and we had a wonderful time. The house was very nice and the furniture was comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked, including usable knives. While the master bedroom was beautiful and very comfortable, I don't recommend anyone who is sensitive to light for waking stay in there. The sun rises directly into the bedroom. It was still gorgeous!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022