Reviews
The following statements are a true testament to our excellent quality rental, amenities, and St. Joe Beach vacation experience.
Posted on Kelley BohannanJune 4, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Beach Bear….amazing, fantastic and so relaxing! You feel like you’re at “home” but with the most amazing views from the front porches. We were there for a week and didn’t want to leave. The pool was amazing and the walk to the beach was so easy. It felt like you had the beach to yourself, No Crowds, it was so nice! The house has everything you could need. Cory was so great to work with and talk to. We are already looking at booking our next stay this summer!Posted on Clint ColbaughJune 3, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful stay in Port St. Joe and can’t wait to come back! The beach access was easy, and even over Memorial Day weekend, the beaches felt calm and uncrowded. The water was clear, and we enjoyed fishing from shore. Great restaurants were close by, and Cape San Blas was beautiful. The house was spotless, beautifully finished, and perfect for our family. The pool, shaded outdoor area, outdoor bathroom, and shower were great additions. The elevator made luggage easy, and the kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The Sleep Number bed in the master was an unexpected upgrade! Communication with the owner was excellent. He responded quickly, knew the area well, and truly cared about our stay. We usually stay on 30A, but Port St. Joe—and this home—are now our new favorite beach getaway!Posted on L WFebruary 12, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family of four had the most wonderful stay at The Beach Bear in Port St. Joe last August. From the moment we walked in, we were blown away. The home is absolutely stunning — three spacious stories, 5.5 bathrooms (which made getting ready effortless!), a convenient elevator, and a beautiful layout that felt both grand and welcoming. Everything was spotless, thoughtfully designed, and truly felt upscale while still feeling comfortable and relaxed. The kids were especially thrilled about the bunk beds — it felt like their own little vacation hideaway and made the trip extra fun for them. We also loved having the ice machine available. It made packing coolers for beach days so easy and was such a helpful touch that we didn’t even realize we’d appreciate so much until we were there! The small pool was perfect for hot Florida afternoons — a great way to cool off after time in the sun. And the beach is just a short walk away. It’s tranquil, not overcrowded, and incredibly peaceful. Our mornings and evenings there felt calm and restorative — exactly what we were hoping for. The town itself is such a gem — charming ice cream shops, fantastic restaurants, and a laid-back atmosphere that made it easy to slow down and truly connect as a family. We made some sweet memories just strolling around after dinner. We also drove over to Panama City Beach a few times to enjoy the livelier tourist scene, which was fun — but we always looked forward to returning to the quiet comfort of The Beach Bear. This home gave us the perfect mix of relaxation, fun, and meaningful family time. If you’re looking for a peaceful, beautiful place to stay with easy beach access and small-town charm, this is it. We would absolutely book again and highly recommend it to anyone considering a stay. You won’t regret it! 🌊☀️Posted on Meredith DowdyJanuary 27, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We stayed here last summer and absolutely loved it. The home was comfortable, clean and well maintained. It worked perfectly for our group of three families, with plenty of space, privacy and room to spread out without ever feeling crowded. The location was ideal with a short, easy walk to the beach (just across one street), and the beach itself was never crowded. We also loved having the pool and ended up using it every day. The elevator was a huge highlight for us and made such a difference, especially with luggage and groceries. Everything about the house felt thoughtfully set up and convenient. Small touches like having an ice maker made the stay feel easy and hassle free. We normally buy ice daily on vacation and did not need to once. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend staying at the Beach Bear.
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The Beach Bear was perfect for our family. It is not only a beautiful spacious beach home, the location is perfect! It was like having our own private beach for the week. Kam (the property manager) was great to communicate with. The home was new and he was great about letting us know in advance that landscapers would be working outside a few days while we were there. Which I will add...the landscapers were extremely friendly and made sure they were not interfering with our vacation. When they left the property was even more beautiful. We rented a Golf cart in advance of our arrival which we ended up not needing, because the location was so great! You are only two blocks from Shipwreck and a short drive to Hunt's Oyster bar. We highly recommend both! Indian Pass Raw bar is also a must! So, if you are looking for a spacious beach getaway for your family. With the beach just steps from the house and with a pool to jump in after a day at the beach. The Beach Bear is the perfect place.
Renter - Airbnb
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Thank you for being such a great host and being available for any of my questions! The Beach Bear was perfect for our family vacation! My husband's parents live on Simons Bayou off of 30A in Port St Joe. Our family has outgrown being able to stay with them for a week. So we will definitely be back next year.
Renter - Airbnb
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The Beach Bear was perfect for our family. It is not only a beautiful spacious beach home, the location is perfect! It was like having our own private beach for the week. Kam (the property manager) was great to communicate with. The home was new and he was great about letting us know in advance that landscapers would be working outside a few days while we were there. Which I will add…the landscapers were extremely friendly and made sure they were not interfering with our vacation. When they left the property was even more beautiful. We rented a Golf cart in advance of our arrival which we ended up not needing, because the location was so great! You are only two blocks from Shipwreck and a short drive to Hunt’s Oyster bar. We highly recommend both! Indian Pass Raw bar is also a must! So, if you are looking for a spacious beach getaway for your
Review from Airbnb Guest #258230
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This place was the perfect stay for our family vacation to Port St. Joe! Being able to watch the sunset from the porches was the best part! Close to very good restaurants and groceries. Hosts were very responsive and accommodating during our stay. Would most definitely recommend this spot for a family vacation to PSJ.
Review from Airbnb Guest #263192
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Beautiful house! We enjoyed our stay! Would definitely come back!
Review from Airbnb Guest #264294
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Steven T!
Fantastic Views! Our family loved the pool and the views from the balcony! Very clean and great host communication, the home had everything we needed for the trip.
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