With a stay at this vacation home in Port St. Joe, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Windmark Beach and a 4-minute drive from Saint Joe Beach. .This vacation home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Beacon Hill Park and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Mexico Beach.
Forgotten Coast Sea Turtle Center - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - 49 min drive - 51.8 km
Restaurants
Shipwreck Raw Bar - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Express lane Food Mart - 10 min drive
KrazyFish Grille - 8 min drive
Taproot - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beachfront, Private, No Frills ~ Amethyst Cove
Located in a the very quiet area of area of St. Joe Beach you'll find Amethyst Cove. This 3 bedroom 2 bath house has great covered deck space on two levels to take in the Beach Front views this property has to offer. A very comfortable property laid out with the bedrooms on the 1st floor and the living, kitchen, and dining on the 2nd floor to maximize the views. Come enjoy a quiet beach that is protected by Cape San Blas in the distance and miles of beach to explore.
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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a tennis court on site.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,620 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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Beachfront, Private, No Frills ~ Amethyst Cove Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Shannon C.
3 Aug 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
Rental needs lots of updates. Carpet very worn and stained, as well as living room furniture. There were only 4 forks in the kitchen. The patio furniture was plastic and mostly broken. There wasn’t a table to eat on the patio. Contacted the property management about the excess bugs in the rental via online and by phone. Never received a return call or contacted in any way. Stayed here before and no improvements but over 150/ night increase in price.
Shannon C.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jodi S., Valdosta Ga
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation
We really enjoyed our 5 night stay! Weather was cool and windy but just beautiful and we stayed on the balcony most of the time. Enjoyed lots of good seafood and would have liked to stay longer.
Jodi S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leslie J.
6 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amethyst Cove
We stayed here for a week and it was just beautiful. Neighborhood was peaceful and love that the beach is semi private. We will be staying here again!
Leslie J.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon C.
19 Aug 2024
Shannon C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
lisa h.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Almost private beach
I don’t think I have ever had a more relaxing time. There were never more than one family on the beach with us. We did not have to listen to evil music nor hear cursing while on the beach. This was a very nice time with our family
lisa h.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brett G.
22 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay! Would definitely recommend!
Great stay! Would definitely recommend!
Brett G.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Justin L.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best sunsets ever!
Quite, private beach! Couldn't have picked a better spot. Family loved it
Justin L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Becky S.
14 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Property could use some updates. Couches were broken. Would be really nice to have a boardwalk to the beach. Location was perfect.
Becky S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Angela L.
9 Jun 2022
Dated!
Carpet was nasty upstair, both couches were broken, stove was missing the bottom drawer and downdraft doesn't work, frigerator is rusty, faucet (cheap), not very homey(could use some colorful decorations), Was recently painted white but the stair rails were sticky and need some attention, the bottom floor tile where you come in are slick(it had rained and we came in with wet feet, almost slipped and fell, needs a rug), top a/c was not working when we got there(which would indicate the property manager did not do a run through before we checked in), bedroom floor hallway window had no blinds in it which allowed for the neighboring house to see all the way through, shower heads are old and dated(not much water pressure), drains in both tubs had hair and razor guard stuck in them we had to remove and clean, because the tubs wouldn't drain), dished need some attention (non stick pans need to be trashed). We have rented in Santa Rosa beach along 30A and owners don't skimp on making it feel and look like home. We have never had to bring chairs, floats, sand toys or beach umbrellas with us. They are decorated to make them welcoming. Outside areas are just as pristine (which is the very name of the property managment company handling this proerty). The outside furniture was cheap as well. 3 broken chairs on the upper deck. There was plenty of room for a nice heavy table with 8 chairs and a sectional sofa with a coffee table on the other side would be nice. We paid the same price we would have for a property in the SRB area and were very disappointed. The view were amazing and access to the water is the biggest reason we rented it. The pictures of the house of course miss all the things I mentioned that need attention. It had rained and both the adjacent property were very nicely landscaped with a boardwalk to the beach. This property could have used some gravel under the house. It was a literal mud hole. And at the foot of the stairs to the 2nd floor you had to jump across the mud hole to walk to the beach. The stair risers look to be very wore and dated and need to be looked at. We have owned a beach property, so we are fully aware of the constant up keep. All the cabinets need to be painted and knobs need replacing. People rent for the experience but expect a place that is clean and feels like home away from home.
Angela L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
6/10 Okay
MICHELLE K.
11 May 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Had a fabulous stay but needs sprucing up
This property was just what we were looking for as far as location and price but it needed some TLC.
MICHELLE K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Guhan s., Atlanta
22 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay
It’s a clean property with good location. However it’s not safe to swim as we spotted some alligators. Good for fishing and boating.
Guhan s.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
4/10 Poor
Amanda D.
28 Jun 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Private paradise
The location was absolutely perfect. The size of the house was accommodating but needed updating, maintenance an could have been cleaner. Jus didn’t feel “home like”. Compared to other houses I have stayed in in the area
Amanda D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Justin S.
29 May 2021
Great location, but needs some TLC
First of all, the location for this place is so good, I would not hesitate to stay here again. If privacy is what you want, this is the place to be. Over the course of the week, I would say there were only 3 other families that were within 100 YARDS of us. Port St. Joe is about 3 miles away, with Dollar General Market and a Piggly Wiggly for your grocery needs. So if you’re looking for mini golf or theme parks, this isn’t your place to stay. The property itself needs a few items addressed to make it perfect. A boardwalk is desperately needed from the house to the beach, in fact, this house is the only property that does not have one in the area. It’s still a short walk, but a boardwalk would make it so much easier. We also had problems locking and unlocking the sliding doors on the decks. The top deck ceiling needs to be cleaned. Looks like it hasn’t been touched for a couple of years. Deck furniture needs to be replaced. It just needs to be attended to better. But again, the location is great. No need to worry about rushing out to reserve your spot on the beach at 5 am, because you will more than likely have it to yourself
Justin S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Donna L.
16 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet beach
House was as advertised. A few maintenance issues but nothing major. This house is in a very quiet area. You have to drive anywhere you want to go. Beach was nice.
Donna L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
8/10 Good
Shannon C.
26 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation during pandemic
Great location and property. Will definitely return.
Shannon C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
James W.
9 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Great area. Water was clean and view was nice.
James W.
10/10 Excellent
Joi W.
23 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families!
Our family enjoyed the house and the beach. It was very nice.
Joi W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amethyst Cove
House is very close to the beach and we enjoyed our stay. A few upgrades would make the house even better:
1. New sofa and a recliner
2. New outside deck furniture
3. New stove or repair the downdraft
4. Kitchen upgrade (dishwasher was very loud)
5. Need boardwalk to beach
6. Need Mattress covers on each bed
7. The house is starting to show its age