889 Backwater Road
Port St. Joe, FL 32456
MLS# 784634
4 beds | 3 baths | 2127 sqft
Property DescriptionANY OFFERS ACCEPTED PRIOR TO JULY 31ST will include a golf cart to be sold with the property! COASTAL COMFORT LIVING AT WINDMARK BEACH! This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath coastal craftsman cottage offers the perfect blend of everyday comfort and vacation-inspired style, all just steps from the community pool and moments from breathtaking sunsets along Windmark Beach. The property has a proven track record of strong rental income, making it an excellent option for buyers seeking both lifestyle and investment value. Inside, the home features a bright, open layout filled with natural light, with quartz countertops anchoring the heart of the home--ideal for beachside breakfasts, relaxed evenings, and casual gatherings. Neutral finishes and a thoughtfully designed floor plan create an easy, welcoming atmosphere that makes coastal living feel effortless. A standout feature is the in-law suite with a private entrance, providing flexibility for guests, extended family, or enhanced rental performance. Located within the peaceful Windmark Beach community, residents enjoy scenic walking and biking trails, resort-style amenities, and a short golf cart ride to the village for dining and community events. The community pool is just steps away, while the beach offers nightly sunset views that are a favorite among guests and owners alike. Outdoor recreation is always close by, including fishing, boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking, with historic downtown Port St. Joe just a short drive away for marina access, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and local entertainment. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or high-performing short-term rental, this Windmark Beach home delivers comfort, location, and income potential. Call for your private tour and LIVE THE BEACH LIFE.
Acreage: 0.16
Design: Craftsman Style
Lot Size (SqFt): 6795
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2127
Immediate Occupancy: Yes
Construction Status: Construction Complete
SqFt Source: Prop App Site
Accessory Dwelling Unit: No
Lot Dimensions: 62 x 109
New Construction: No
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway Spaces: 2
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Total Baths: 3
Year Built: 2023
List Price/SqFt: 253.41
Status: Active
List Date: 2026-02-03
List Price: $539,000
Sub Area: 0702 - Gulf County - St. Joe Beach
Community/Resort: None
Waterfront: Yes
Gulf Access: No
Elementary School: Port St. Joe
Middle School: Port St. Joe
High School: Port St. Joe
Directions: From Hwy 98 turn onto Discovery L. left onto Backwater Rd. Home will be on the right.
Area: 07 - Gulf County
Street #: 889
Street Name: Backwater
Street Suffix: Road
County: Gulf
Subdivision: Windmark
Parcel ID: 04241-216R
Legal Description: S 16 T7S R11W LOT 82 WINDMARK BEACH CREEKSIDE PHASE 1C PB 8 PGS 45-49 ORB 769/946 FR WINDMARK JV LLC MAP 32B
Homestead: No
HOA Fee: Yes
HOA Amount: 490
HOA Frequency: Quarterly
HOA Annual Amount: 1960
New Buyer Fee: Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt: 150
New Buyer Fee Paid: $
Last Taxes: 6254
Last Tax Year: 2025
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Remarks: ANY OFFERS ACCEPTED PRIOR TO JULY 31ST will include a golf cart to be sold with the property! COASTAL COMFORT LIVING AT WINDMARK BEACH! This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath coastal craftsman cottage offers the perfect blend of everyday comfort and vacation-inspired style, all just steps from the community pool and moments from breathtaking sunsets along Windmark Beach. The property has a proven track record of strong rental income, making it an excellent option for buyers seeking both lifestyle and investment value. Inside, the home features a bright, open layout filled with natural light, with quartz countertops anchoring the heart of the home--ideal for beachside breakfasts, relaxed evenings, and casual gatherings. Neutral finishes and a thoughtfully designed floor plan create an easy, welcoming atmosphere that makes coastal living feel effortless. A standout feature is the in-law suite with a private entrance, providing flexibility for guests, extended family, or enhanced rental performance. Located within the peaceful Windmark Beach community, residents enjoy scenic walking and biking trails, resort-style amenities, and a short golf cart ride to the village for dining and community events. The community pool is just steps away, while the beach offers nightly sunset views that are a favorite among guests and owners alike. Outdoor recreation is always close by, including fishing, boating, paddleboarding, and kayaking, with historic downtown Port St. Joe just a short drive away for marina access, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and local entertainment. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation retreat, or high-performing short-term rental, this Windmark Beach home delivers comfort, location, and income potential. Call for your private tour and LIVE THE BEACH LIFE.
Range - Electric: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Water Heater - Tankless: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Floor - Vinyl Plank: 1
Guest Quarters: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Lighting - Recessed: 1
Pantry: 1
Window - Treatment All: 1
Foundation - Slab on Grade: 1
Roof - Dimensional Shg: 1
Patio Open: 1
Porch Open: 1
Accounting: 1
BBQ Pit/Grill: 1
Beach: 1
Community Room: 1
Covenants & Rescrictions: 1
Flood Insurance Req: 1
Improved Lots: 1
Interior Lot: 1
Subdivision - Recorded: 1
Retention Pond: 1
Survey Available: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Comm/Own/Maint: 1
Paved Road: 1
Driveway: 1
Garage Attached: 1
County: 1
Resid Single Family: 1
Boardwalk: 1
Community Room: 1
Retail Shops: 1
Waterfront: 1
Dining: 1
Recreation Facilities: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Mother-In-Law: 1
TV Cable: 1
Electricity - Connected: 1
Garbage: 1
Internet - Broadband Available: 1
Public Sewer - Connected: 1
Public Water - Connected: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Air: 1
MBath Double Vanity: 1
MBath Separate Shwr: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range - Electric; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater - Tankless
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Electric
Heating: Central; Electric
Exterior: Patio Open; Porch Open
Association Fees Include: Accounting; BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Community Room; Dock; Legal; Ground Keeping; Management; Playground; Pool; Recreational Faclty
Financing: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA
Lot Features: Covenants & Rescrictions; Flood Insurance Req; Improved Lots; Interior Lot; Retention Pond; Subdivision - Recorded; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot Access: Comm/Own/Maint; Paved Road
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Parking Features: Driveway; Garage Attached
Association Amenities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Boardwalk; Community Room; Dining; Fishing; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Recreation Facilities; Retail Shops; Waterfront
Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Mother-In-Law
Utilities: TV Cable; Electricity - Connected; Garbage; Internet - Broadband Available; Public Sewer - Connected; Public Water - Connected; Underground Utilities
Waterview: Other - See Remarks
Present Zoning: County; Resid Single Family
| Room Name | Level | Dimensions | Length | Width | Remarks |
| Living Room | First | 10 x 17 | 10.00 | 17.00 | |
| Dining Room | First | 9 x 17 | 9.00 | 17.00 | |
| Kitchen | First | 10 x 17 | 10.00 | 17.00 | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 14 x 15 | 14.00 | 15.00 | |
| Bedroom | First | 11 x 12 | 11.00 | 12.00 | |
| Bedroom | First | 11 x 12 | 11.00 | 12.00 | |
| Mother-In-Law | First | 10 x 14 | 10.00 | 14.00 | Living room |
| Mother-In-Law | First | 9 x 11 | 9.00 | 11.00 | Bedroom |
| Mother-In-Law | First | 10 x 14 | 10.00 | 14.00 | Kitchen |
Listing Office: Beach Properties Real Estate
Last Updated: July - 24 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.