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Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with palm trees and a sunset over the ocean.
A bedroom with a blue wall, a bed with striped bedding, a ceiling fan, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted paddleboard collection.
A room with bunk beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A beach with a wooden fence, palm trees, and a house in the background.
A beach with waves, clear sky, and a distant horizon.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 457 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Mexico Beach, FL
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Joe Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About this property

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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
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this vacation home's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mexico Beach. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony or patio
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Mexico Beach and 5 minutes by foot from Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Snorkelling 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. Disruptive or unauthorized events are strictly prohibited.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Clown Fish Cottage - Pet Friendly with King Bed Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay cute clean cottage only a block from the beach and a beautiful view from the screenroom.
Beautiful view of the full moon.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place and location for my husband and our two cats. The clownfish cottage is fantastic!Thanks!
Cats looking out window
Enjoying the bunk beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Everything we needed and just steps from a beautiful beach. Arrived to find in perfect shape…clean and ready to go. Detailed info on condo set-up was a bonus. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time the location was amazing our host was a great guy anything we needed he was right right phone call away from having to us great stay highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

wgaddis g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay, the place was very clean. And very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean. Quiet neighborhood across the street from the beach. The host was very responsive if I had any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short walk to the beach, perfect screened porch with swing. We would stay here again. It would be nice if you would add an extra mirror outside the bathroom. A full-length mirror would be great . Add a note to the listing about the extra coffee maker that takes K-Cups.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, perfect rental for couple. Shep was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful relaxing stay. Just as described. Lovely location and steps to the beach with amazing sunset and starry nights. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy V.

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

Nice and clean!

We enjoyed our stay! Close walk to the beach. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Cute property, great owner

Cute beach property, close to beach and great views, owner is super nice and has everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian S.

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

Perfect place

This was the perfect place and the perfect location for us. The kids thought the bunk beds were the coolest thing! Shep was an amazing host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Clown Fish cottage. Better than advertised. Mexico Beach is vibrant again. The beaches were pristine and we really enjoyed horseback riding on the beach at the Cape. The pics are just steps away from the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very clean and just as advertised. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking in. The location to the beach is ideal. Even with 2 small children it was an easy trip to and from the beach. Nice neighborhood hood to be able to walk your dog in. We would definitely come back for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for a couple or couple with small children! The beach is almost at your front door, and the a/c was wonderful; we were always cool enough. The king bed was very comfy; we both slept all night!Thank you Shep, and Clown Fish Cottage for a fantastic trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025