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Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle

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Smart TV, books, video library
Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Port St Joe, FL
  • Indian Pass Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Port St. Joe Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Money Bayou
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Port St. Joe

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Indian Pass Beach and within 20 minutes of Port St. Joe Beach. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Port St. Joe holiday home include Money Bayou and Salinas Park.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Pass Beach - 4 min walk
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 18 min walk
  • Money Bayou - 5 min drive
  • Cape San Blas Lighthouse - 15 min drive
  • Beach - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Pass Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Scallop Republic - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Indian Pass Seafood Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brokeatoe Horseback Riding on the Beach - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪D&J's BBQ - ‬10 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.

Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle

Enjoy your vacation at this fabulous round house in a tree-filled
setting, tastefully decorated, located on the tip of Indian Pass.
Indian Pass is located at the extreme west end of Apalachicola Bay
where it flows into the Gulf of Mexico. This conflux of fresh and
saltwater makes one the most fertile estuarine areas of the world.
While the area was settled by Native Americans for thousands of
years and then again by the early European explorers modern
civilization has conveniently skipped us over.
Long Known as Florida's 'Forgotten Coast' most of the inhabitants
here have fins or feathers. No high rises or motels but miles of
unspoiled beaches, succulent oysters, world class fishing and
spectacular sunsets. Beachcombers are greeted by miles of shells,
fossilized shark teeth and pottery shards from our earliest
inhabitants.
This comfortable two-bedroom, two bath retreat offers lots of
privacy in a natural setting, approx. 150 ft. from the beach. It does not have a view of the beach, but it is on the boardwalk where you will see a beautiful panoramic view of the beach and St. Vincent's. Back at The Barnacle, you have a wrap-around deck with chairs and a very slight view of Indian Lagoon, lots of
wildlife, and great birding. Explore St. Vincent's Island across the
Pass. Bring your kayaks, canoes, fishing poles, binoculars, and camera. Excellent
fishing and crabbing, shelling and long walks on miles of pristine
beach. Private and peaceful.

Property manager

Victor or Janis Ramos

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 13 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Absolutely no smoking is allowed in the Barnacle.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Up to 40lbs, individual basis, fee, 125.00 each.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Behaved children of all ages are always welcomed!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage--the Barnacle House
Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage--the Barnacle
Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage--the Barnacle House
Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage--the Barnacle House
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Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage the Barnacle
Indian Pass Fun Privat Cozy Beach Cottage The Barnacle
Indian Pass Fun Private Cozy Beach Cottage the Barnacle

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle?

Yep, Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle is a short 4-minute walk from Indian Pass Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle?

No, Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Indian Pass Fun, Private & Cozy Beach Cottage--The Barnacle Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and peaceful
Beautiful home. Hardwood floors are awesome. Beautiful path to the beach with nice incorporation of the trees. All the necessary amenities. Bald Eagle next door visited us every day. Secluded even being close to the road. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Barnacle Bliss
Cozy home atmosphere. Very well equipped with everything we needed. Great kitchen. Comfortable beds too. Loved the wrap around deck. Lots of steps down to beach. Not ideal for our large dog. We used the boat landing for access to beach. Worked great. We had a wonderful time there. Got to explore a lot of the gulf coast. Restaurants were awesome. Our host were absolutely helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth N., Lawrenceville, USA

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Penny S.

The Barnacle
Weather dampened our vacation with rain the whole time. Bad storms, tornado warnings. Difficult to get to the beach because of multiple steps up and down. We rented the owners golf cart which was a life saver until the storm washed out the beach entrabce. entrance to the beach
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
August in the Barnacle
This was our 3rd time to stay in the Barnacle. We absolutely loved it. The hosts are awesome and the golf cart made finding the perfect beach spot a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jade B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and you can’t ask for better hosts!!
We so enjoyed our stay at the barnacle. As other reviews state, the aerial photo is a bit misleading as there are other properties now (including one directly beside the barnacle) and no view of the ocean from the home. They were performing construction on the home to the East, but luckily didn’t get too loud until our last day there. They’re very close to finishing so if you’re reading this after October of ‘24, I’m sure construction is done! The house is so cute and cozy and the deck that leads to the ocean is surrounded by native vegetation that gives a level of seclusion I appreciated. The deck does have a back seating area with an ocean view which is a nice compensation for not having an ocean view. You cannot ask for better hosts than Victor and Janis, super responsive and attentive. Overall, we would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tim E., Blairsville, Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dunes Stay
The property was very much as described. While you can't see the Gulf, you are only a sand dune away. It was perfect for my wife dog and me. A great place to be on the beach. Please read the description carefully because there are a lot of stairs to navigate for the property and beach. That was not an issue for us. The owners were much nicer to speak with than the signage inside the house would reflect. It really is a hang at the beach place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best on Indian Pass Beach!
We just finished a week long stay on Indian Pass Beach in the Barnacle and it was an excellent trip. We’ve rented homes on Indian Pass for the last 7 years and of the different homes we’ve rented, the Barnacle is one of our absolute favorites. The home itself was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The property owners were wonderful and quick to respond to any questions we had. Overall, our stay at the Barnacle was a wonderful and calming experience and I will certainly be renting it again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Trip
We had a nice week and our hosts were very communicative and responded to all concerns or questions quickly. Pros: Well stocked. Washer dryer. Hose very near to clean up sand. Comfortable and cool. Cons: Lots of steps to beach. No privacy with walls not going to the ceiling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden bungalow getaway
The house is beautiful and cozy. Completely surrounded by native tropical plants, you feel like Robinson Crusoe, lost on a deserted island. It's a short walk over the boardwalk to the beach and also to the boat ramp. Beautiful sunsets over the bay from the front porch! We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Witt's E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Barnacle summer 2024
Nice place to stay for a younger couple. Clean. Probably not for an older couple. Lots of stairs to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Family enjoyed this location for our Florida vacation. We would return to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W., Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at the barnacle!
I’ll start by saying Janis and victor are incredible hosts! Very responsive and kind. Their home is the perfect spot if you’re looking for a relaxing secluded beach vacay with your pups! Beach access is very secluded and accessible. The home itself is very clean and well stocked. We look forward to returning next summer ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guido V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Barnacle
Janis and Victor are great hosts, they answered all questions right away( we asked very few). The house is very cute, practically round, lots of windows sarrounded by palms trees and lot of green. Everything was spotless and the best silverware and appliances. We enjoyed very much finding the golf car on the beach especially for sunset. If you rent it, I suggest you rent it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
April Stay
We had a wonderful time. The property was excellent and the hosts were extremely helpful and friendly. We highly recommend the hosts and the location. We also rented the golf cart which makes finding that perfect spot on the beach a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very comfortable & relaxing stay, definitely out of the intensity and hustle & bustle of the majority of Florida. Fishing off the beach was very good. Clean & well equipped.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Indian Pass Getaway
If you’re looking for a quiet place to escape, this is it. The Barnacle is charming and unique. Well appointed with everything you might need. We appreciate the fact that we could bring our dog along. We always bring our own blankets to cover furniture but this place also provided coverings as needed. The beach is just a short boardwalk away and we enjoyed lots of walks on the beach as well as viewing some beautiful sunsets. One evening we spotted a heron on the top of one tree and an eagle on the top of the next tree. Definitely plenty of wildlife to be viewed! If you are looking for a place to unwind and relax then check this place out. Also, the hosts were just a text away if anything was needed :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Bliss
The Barnacle is funky in a very good way. Leave behind the stressful part of your life. Come here, walk the beach, collect some shells, cast a line, enjoy the sunrises and sunsets, read that novel, or wrire it, eat some of the best oysters you'll ever get, revel in the unspoiled beauty. Simply relax, unwind and rediscover all that is good about quiet places with not so many people.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

DONNA V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
We enjoyed our stay at the Barnacle.The hosts Victor and Janis live on site and shared tons of local info, restaurants and history of Port St Joe. Even though we had some cold weather we still enjoyed our long peaceful walks on the beach with our pup. The barnicle is very comfy and has everything you need for a nice stay. However I must say the pictures and description are deceptive. There is major construction going on next door as a new house is being built. No longer are there trees that you see in the pics. We were woken many days by loud trucks, banging, saws, music playing and beeping from tractor,etc. Fortunately we didn’t have the windows open or it would have been worse. Still quite a bit of construction left to be done too since the inside hasn’t been started yet. Like I said the hosts are super nice but a little heads up about this and the option to cancel our reservation or have been offered a partial refund would have been the right thing to do. The main reason we booked was because of the listing description and reviews, quiet, peaceful, secluded and private.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Oasis
We spent a week at the Barnacle and it was wonderful. So secluded and so close to the beach. Highly recommend the golf cart- great for going to the beach. House is very well stocked - we cooked most nights. Janis and Victor are wonderful- so easy to get in touch with them and had great recommendations in the area. I forgot some clothes and they were so sweet and mailed them to me. Highly recommend a stay at the Barnacle! Loved it. Carol B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect.
We come down every other year, but try to stay at different places along the pass. This one was pretty awesome, my wife has always wanted to stay in a round house! Clean, and perfect for my wife and big puppy. Made it easy for parking and the golf cart made it easy to carry chairs and fishing tackle to the beach. Nice path to the beach from the house for dog walks, and the front porch had a nice view of the lagoon and you can even see the oyster farms! Owners are wonderful and very easy to deal with. Thanks for letting us stay at your beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Relaxing!
My husband and I had a very relaxing vacation at The Barnacle! Janis was great to rent from and we had everything we needed for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
The property was outstanding, and Victor and Janis were the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vaca
The property was everything as advertised. A very relaxing and wonderful stay. One possible issue...stairs climbing over the dunes. Solution...rent the club cart! Lifesaver!!!!! Would do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We love Indian Pass for its laid back atmosphere. You truly feel like you are at a home away from home. Quite area with great food and entertainment a short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023