Escape to Oak Rest Barn, a Gulf-front retreat that blends modern luxury with heartfelt family charm. This unique home features a private, seasonally heated pool and an elevator for convenience. Relax on one of the three Gulf-facing decks or unwind at the beach via its dedicated boardwalk.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms195 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear!
Oak Rest Barn is a stunning, Gulf-front retreat that blends modern luxury with heartfelt family charm. Named in honor of the owner's Georgia family farm, this unique home features reclaimed wood from their grandparents' farmhouse, adding a personal touch to its elegantly designed interiors.
Custom-built with your ultimate comfort in mind, Oak Rest Barn offers a private, seasonally heated pool (fees apply), a dedicated boardwalk to the pristine, sugar-white sands of Beacon Hill, and an elevator for convenience. Its enviable location, adjacent to Veterans Memorial State Park, ensures breathtaking, unobstructed views that stretch for miles, with no neighboring homes to the north and no highways to cross.
Inside, you'll find spacious king and queen bedrooms, each with built-in wet bars, private deck access, and spectacular views. A third bedroom with four built-in bunks is perfect for kids.
Located just minutes from Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach, Oak Rest Barn makes exploring local dining, shopping, and adventure effortless. Whether you're seeking relaxation by the pool or fun on the beach, this home promises a memorable vacation experience that will have you coming back year after year.
Property highlights: Private, heated pool (additional fees apply for heated pool) Three Gulf-facing decks Sleeps up to 8 guests Elevator for easy access Two outdoor hot/cold showers Private boardwalk for Gulf access Tankless hot water heater
Minimum stay: 4-7 night minimum
PROPERTY DETAILS First level: Private, heated pool (additional charges apply for heated pool) Outdoor shower (hot/cold) Charcoal grill Storage for beach gear Elevator access Boardwalk to the beach
Second level: Open-concept living area with smart TV, access to large balcony Fully-stocked, modern kitchen featuring large island with seating for 7 Balcony with panoramic ocean views
Second half level (no elevator service): Full bathroom with tub/shower combo
Third level: Guest bedroom with queen-size bed, smart TV, wet bar, access to balcony Bunk room features 2 sets of custom built, XL twin-size bunk beds, smart tv Guest bathroom with custom tile, walk-in shower, and glass shower doors
Third half level (no elevator service): Laundry room with full-sized washer and dryer, utility sink
Fourth level: Master bedroom with king-size bed, smart TV, wet bar, private balcony with gulf views, decorative fireplace, private outdoor shower Large master bathroom with custom tile shower, his and her vanities
Outdoor amenities: Private pool with seasonal heating (additional fees apply for heated pool) Outdoor shower (cold/hot) Boardwalk to the beach Charcoal grill
Area information: Nestled along Florida's Gulf Coast, Mexico Beach epitomizes coastal charm and convenience. Just a leisurely 10-minute stroll from your doorstep, indulge in local delights such as Caribbean Coffee, renowned for its specialty brews and breakfast offerings. For a satisfying lunch, head to Forgotten Coast Brewing Co. or Mango Marleys, both beloved spots among locals and visitors alike. Explore unique shops and treat yourself to a pampering session at White Sands Salon & Boutique, all within easy reach. Step onto the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico, mere steps away, where you can partake in snorkeling, kayaking, or simply basking in the sun on endless stretches of white sand. For a change of scenery, nearby Port St. Joe beckons with additional shopping, art galleries, and a diverse dining scene. St. Joe Beach, welcoming pets and bonfires, offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for sunset gatherings. Fishing enthusiasts will find paradise in Mexico Beach, with charter trips readily available from the nearby marina. Cast your line into the Gulf waters and reel in the catch of the day, ensuring an unforgettable maritime adventure. Don't miss out on dining at Killer Seafood, located just a mile away—a popular food truck boasting a spacious covered eating area. And for those craving fresh seafood to enjoy at home, The Shell Shack, conveniently situated next to the marina, offers the finest selection alongside delightful gifts and souvenirs. Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration in Mexico Beach, where every moment promises seaside serenity and unforgettable experiences.
Parking: Parking for 3 vehicles is available.
Pet policy: This home is pet-friendly, and allows up to 2 dogs. If you choose to bring a pet, a charge of $125, plus tax, will be added to your reservation after you book.
Golf cart: N/A
Linens and supplies: This home comes with everything you need! All bed and bath linens are supplied, as well as all cookware, dinnerware and glassware in the kitchen. A few essential items are provided upon arrival: Dawn dishwashing soap, one sponge, two dishwasher pods, one garbage bag, one roll of paper towels, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, two individual/small bars of soap per bathroom, one laundry powder and one fabric softener.
Beach gear and recreation equipment: To make your vacation more enjoyable and less stressful, your reservation includes a $250 credit toward any amount of quality beach gear. Your gear will be delivered the day you check in and will be ready to use immediately. Some items you may rent, but limited to, are beach chairs, umbrellas, kayaks, paddle boards and bikes.
Age requirement: Minimum age limit to rent this home is 25 years old.
Credit card fee: All payments are subject to a 3.25% credit card processing fee. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover.
Rental agreement: A signed rental agreement is required upon booking.
Monthly rentals: SNOWBIRDS WELCOME! Monthly rental rates are available during the winter season, November through early March. Please contact Sunshine Vacation Rentals if you are interested.
Cancellation policy: We strongly encourage our guests to purchase the optional travel insurance to protect your vacation investment. All reservations include an administrative fee of $35 (plus taxes) upon booking which is non-refundable in the event of a reservation cancellation. Credit cards processing fees will be charged upon cancellation which is equal to 3.25% of all payments made.
Reservations canceled at least 60 days before check-in date will receive a 100% refund, minus cancellation fees. Reservations canceled between 30 to 60 days before check-in date will receive a 50% refund, minus cancellation fees. Reservations canceled less than 30 days before check-in date will result in forfeiture of the full advance rental payments and any other payments.
Area construction disclaimer: Our beautiful area has been under reconstruction since being struck by Hurricane Michael in 2018. While we strive to give you an accurate representation in our photos, we cannot guarantee that new construction near your rental hasn't begun since our photos were taken.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Outdoor shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 2,102 square feet
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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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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 and a deadbolt lock
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Port St. Joe, this vacation home is on the beach. Mexico Beach Marina and Port St. Joe Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Beacon Hill Park and Mexico Beach Park. Port Theatre Art and Culture Center and Frank Pate Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Port St. Joe travel guide
Does Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
Where is Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear! located?
Situated on the beach, this vacation home is steps from Beacon Hill Park and Saint Joe Beach. Mexico Beach and Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Oak Rest Barn, is a custom built gulf front home w/pool, pet friendly, $250 credit for beach gear! Reviews
Reviews
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Beautiful property with stunning view of the beach - the pool is a really nice bonus as you can lounge by the pool and watch the sun set. Highly recommend!
Amazing balcony views of the beach. This house is right on the white sand beach and well worth the cost. Perfect for family vacation. Easy parking and close to mexico beach restaurants.
The house was nice there were a few minor things that need tended to which I emailed the manager about when they emailed asking me for those things. My mom has mobility issues so the elevator was amazing. The view from the house is breathtaking and access to the beach couldn’t be easier. So nice and quiet in that area. We loved it. Checkin took awhile due to the key code battery being out. We had a great week. The love bugs were awful that week but they have zero control over that.
Suzanne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet W.
3 February 2025
Spur of the moment getaway
A beautiful home in the perfect location. The home was very comfy and had everything needed for an enjoyable stay. The furnishings and finishes were well thought out and spot on for a beach home. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a place in Port St Joe.
This home is absolutely gorgeous!! It was perfect for our family of 7. My husband and I had our own level on the top floor, which was so nice. On the 3rd level, the boys stayed in the room with the bunk beds, and the girls stayed in the other room. All of the beds were so comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with all of the pots, pans, and kitchen utensils anyone could possibly need. I note that the kitchen does not have any spices, so you will need to bring your own if you plan to cook!Being right on the beach was absolutely amazing. When we were done with the beach, the kids would play in the pool. It is small, but perfect for getting out of the sun and still being in water. There is also a Memorial right across the street that has a lovely park and pickleball court. We all had so much fun playing pickleball together and it was so convenient to just walk across the street!The home also provides for a 250 credit to VayKLife, so with that credit we rented a paddle board and an umbrella. The house already had an umbrella and beach chairs, so we were set! You should note that the credit does not apply for the delivery, so you will need to pay for that out of pocket. Still, it is an incredible deal and our family enjoyed the paddleboard every single day, so it was such a nice "extra"! If we ever visit Port Saint Joe again, we will look to see if Oak Rest Barn is available!! As a final note, we did not have any of the insect issues that the previous reviewer had!!
It was fantastic. The weather was great, the water was wonderful and we enjoyed it all. The house was beautiful and the views from the decks were wonderful. Would definitely recommend this VBRO and Wood stay here again. We thoroughly enjoyed it.
Joyce O.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
5 August 2025
Perfect Beach Side Getaway
We enjoyed this gorgeous beach side getaway with all our heart. It was our first visit to the area and this home was everything we could dream of. Gorgeous sunsets from any one of the porches, beautiful decor and bright rooms welcoming you all day long. The house was clean and beds extremely comfortable. The covered private pool was perfect for waiting out the cloudbursts. We had a problem with the pool and all I had to do was send a text and we were contacted and an agent was sent to remedy promptly. We look forward to staying here again!
Amy P.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Tom M.
15 September 2025
NASTY: Home and owners of Sunshine Vacation Rentals
We had a terrible experience with Sunshine Vacation Rentals. Their website promised a heated pool, safe furnishings, and clean, updated accommodations — but what we got was the opposite. The pool heater didn't work, the balcony furniture was broken (nearly causing me to fall over a railing the owner admitted needed repair), and the property was filthy, with cockroaches, mildew on the air ducts, and poor housekeeping throughout. When I pressed for a refund, the owner stopped communicating, defended these misrepresentations instead of addressing them, and even threatened legal action if I posted an honest review. Bottom line: unsafe, unsanitary, and dishonest. Rent anywhere else.
Tom M.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Joyce K.
4 July 2025
Roach problem
The house is beautiful, but that's where the good part ends. We were so disappointed with the amount of roaches we saw. We saw the first one on the kitchen counter about half an hour after checking in. Thought well it's ok, it happens, then it was constant after that. My husband bought non toxic bug spray and we sprayed around the base of the kitchen. It barely helped. Called sunshine vacation and they asked if it was ok to have pest control come out, we agreed because what else could we do?? We would have left but we had family flying in from SD, meeting us for a family trip, so that wasn't an option, and sunshine told me they had no other rentals available for us to change to. I get this is the south, bugs happen, but we saw so many. My daughter went to the kitchen around 130AM for water and took 16 pics in different places of roaches. 16!!! Pics were sent to sunshine rentals. There is definitely an infestation. They were mainly on the kitchen/living room level, we saw about 4-5 on the 3rd level and none on the 4th. The house was beautiful and it was right on the beach so all would have been perfect if it weren't for the roaches. We spent as much time out of the house as possible. We didn't let my grandbaby crawl on the floor. We zipped up our bags after EVERY use and we shook everything out to be sure we didn't bring any home. We also kept all food in the fridge, or in a zipped bag. It's tedious to have to do all of that and paying as much as we did for this house, shouldn't have had to deal with any of it. They refunded just a fraction of what they should have. I've lived in the south my whole life, roaches are part of the south, but I've never had this kind of problem with them. The house should be bombed w a fogger or another drastic measure taken. After pest control came, we did see a lot of dead ones but some still alive. When you see roaches constantly and during the day, there's a problem. I usually don't do bad reviews, but this one was so very disappointing. The whole time we kept looking around, very uneasy, and that doesn't make for a relaxing vacation. :-/