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Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
5 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122871 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Popular LocationCrescent Beach18 min walk
  • Popular LocationButler Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Augustine Beach12 min drive
  • AirportSt. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)28 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.

Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

Whales Rest

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Treat yourself to a private oasis with the shimmering beachfront just steps away at Whales Rest, a quintessential Old Florida style getaway boasting views of both the sunrise above the ocean and sunset over the waterway. Named for the breeding grounds of the now rare Right Whales, this vintage seaside sanctuary has been updated for superior comfort. Offering an expansive beachfront deck, large living spaces, and a variety of sleeping options, Whales Rest is the perfect coastal destination, even allowing enough room for two families vacationing together. With the ocean at your fingertips, waterfront restaurants just down the road and historic St. Augustine only a short drive away, this location truly has it all!

The beachfront patio offers ample seating with a short wooden bridge that ends at a private path leading directly to the sandy shores beyond. There are multiple balcony areas both covered and uncovered to enjoy the crashing surf and ocean breezes. When it's time to cook, surprise your loved ones with delicious meals prepared in the spacious, fully equipped kitchen that offers ample counter space and updated appliances.

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Two Blink cameras one at the front door, looking out and down the stairs, and one down by the garage looking over the driveway. Both exterior cameras, none on the backside



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

County permit number: 1097111
County permit number: STR22-00319

County tax number: 9809065

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 2,871 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

78662

About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Crescent Beach, a neighborhood in St. Augustine. St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 18 min walk
  • Butler Beach - 3 min drive
  • Butler Beach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 4 min drive
  • St. Augustine Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casa Benedetto's Ristorante - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Redfrog & McToad's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crescent Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Matanzas River, Crescent Beach, and Butler Beach. Butler Beach State Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
Great vacation for our family! The house was perfect & had tons on space along with everything described! It was in great location & the beachfront views & intercostal were amazing! Only issue was the walk down to beach was steep, but option to use the neighborhood’s walkway helped! We hope to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The house was perfect for us. Great beach house with everything you need. Getting to the beach over the dune is a little bit of a task but worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

joanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whales Rest
very nice casual property; location cannot be beat. Loved the family feel of the space. One of the downstairs bedroom smelled a tad mildewy, as though it had some water leak at some point, but the rest of the spot was terrific. We'd love to return.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Great
The location of the home is great, although the trek over the dunes can take effort if you aren't sure-footed. Home is clean, appears that the family is renovating this multi-generational house. It is functional. We did have a few critters, but expected in temperate locations that are under renovation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Celebration
The property was just as described. Had a fun comfortable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whales Rest
Clean, comfortable and perfect for our group of 9
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021