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1930's beach house

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
2 bedrooms, memory foam beds, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor Space
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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Popular LocationVilano Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. George Street6 min drive
  • Popular LocationFlagler College8 min drive
  • AirportJacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)59 min drive

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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.

1930's beach house

This 816sqft 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom historic cottage is only 100 yards from the ocean and near the intercoastal waterway. With ample decks (20' x 30' connected to 20' x 10') surrounding it, this cottage has 6000 sq. ft. of private property. we have central Air for cooling and heating, The interior has old southern heartwood pine on the walls. It was part of a group of houses built in the 1930's in this area of Vilano Beach. Originally a fishing village, the area was constructed by an aviator named Reiss, a colleague of Charles Lindbergh and founder of the St. Augustine airport. Used by military families during WWII (a German spy occupied one of these cottages), it later became a motel called the Pagoda.
You'll love the natural beauty of the still-unspoiled area of North Florida. You can walk along a peaceful, uncrowded beach and just relax, or pick one of the many activities nearby: para sailing, deep-sea fishing, windsurfing, boating, cycling, bird-watching, hiking or golf. St. Augustine is only two miles away, Jacksonville 45 minutes away, and Orlando is a two-hour drive.
Vilano Center is 2 blocks away, which has been restored to its original Art Deco style. There is a major grocery store, several restaurants and a fishing pier. There are regular concerts at the pavilion.
Guana State Park is 8 miles north of us on A1A. The old town is 2 miles away, and has retained its original architecture from the 1600s. There are many galleries, and an art walk the first Friday evening of each month. There is a large farmer's market on Sat. morning on St. Augustine Beach.
National Geographic selected St. Augustine as one of the most beautiful cities during the holidays when there are a million lights illuminating the city beginning Nov. 17 through Jan. 31.

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Property manager

Jackie

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing 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

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: Yes

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
Note from host: No
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 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

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About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Vilano Beach, a neighborhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. World Golf Village and St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 3 min walk
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 4 min drive
  • St. George Street - 6 min drive
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 7 min drive
  • Flagler College - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Conch House Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beaches at Vilano - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Puccini's Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1930's beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1930's beach house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1930's beach house?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1930's beach house located?

Located in Vilano Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Vilano Beach, Vilano Point Beach, and Tolomato River. Matanzas River and Saint Augustine Yacht Club Marina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ali H., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach cottage
This is our 3rd time staying and, as always, we had a fantastic time! We really appreciated the updates in the second bath and the dishwasher in the kitchen. Thank you, Jackie!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great small beach house!
Small bungalow great for one or two couples. Clean, steps from the beach. Cold AC, close to the ancient city, but far enough away to have uncrowded beach. The owner is terrific. We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach cottage
Cozy cottage by the beach. Very cool decor with awesome outdoor areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

gordon b.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome place, all the facilities you could need
We had a great time, loved the convenience and access to St Augustine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
It was cozy and comfortable. The beach is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
We had a really great time. The location was phenomenal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
We had an amazing stay here! The house has everything we needed. Close to the beach. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach cottage
good place--good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We came to visit brother who lives in area. Wanted a place by the beach where you could also walk to get a coffee or something to eat. This cottage was perfect for our needs. When we were able to just relax at our home away from home we thoroughly enjoyed the indoor outdoor living. The cottage is decorated so charming and had comfortable beds for a great night sleep! Loved the outdoor space with hammocks and nice size outdoor deck with shade option! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Awesome place, great location. Only issue we had was that the clean towels were still wet so we had to take them to a laundromat to dry but everything else was amazing. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Indiana
I have stayed at this property previously and enjoyed it so renting it again was my plan. The cottage is small but perfect. Upgrades include air conditioning in each room which was great as the weather was very warm. My family visited for a beach day. We had a great day. I would rent this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Cottage
Great cottage,with great outdoor space with easy access to the beach and town center was only a few minutes drive.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachcomber Getaway
Host was extremely accommodating as Hurricane Ian spoiled our initial Flagler Family Weekend plans. House is a super cute cottage- super convenient to everything and lots of Instacart and Ubereats options for delivery. It’s a split plan so really two couples could stay and have their own entrances and bathrooms- pretty awesome feature. I would highly recommend and will possibly return should I want to stay in Vilano Beach again 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin M., jacksonville florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Great long weekend
Charming, rustic cabin was clean and well equipped. Jackie communicated well and answered questions promptly. Short walk to the beach which is not crowded even on Labor Day weekend. It’s right on A1A so you do hear traffic when you’re outside, especially the Harley’s but you get used to it. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot close to the beach
We loved the easy beach access and proximity to the grocery store. A fun getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Buddy C.

Had everything as advertised
Great location! Everything as advertised right down to the towels. As two couples we had a great time at this rental, but again it’s about location. The beach is just steps away. Others have complained about traffic noise and it is bothersome - but worth it. Would stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali H., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Year 2 - great beach stay!
This was our second summer here and it was wonderful! The updated AC units are fantastic. Jackie is a great communicator - very quick responses and so helpful! We love that it's such a quick walk to a quiet beach and to Publix. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
This property is steps away from the beach and is perfect for two couples. The bedrooms are on either end of the house with bathrooms and there is a small common room and kitchen area. We stayed for days and it was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN K.

Liked: Cleanliness
1930's cottage stunning
Fabulous. Had everything we needed and then some. Short walk to beautiful beach. Cottage had outside shower. Quiet neighborhood. Centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Tracey F., Ivoryton, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Nice, "No-Frills" Location
Jackie was a very responsive host. Pros: It was a very short walk to gorgeous Villano Beach. The house was well equipped with all the basics. Bed was comfortable, there were patios off each of the bedrooms. The fire pit and hammock were great additions. Grocery store, gas station and a few restaurants within walking distance. Cons: The location was right on A1A, so if you're looking for peace and quiet, or to hear the waves, this isn't it. As a single woman travelling alone I would have liked to close the gates to the driveway. The beach equipment was sub par, but to her credit, Jackie did offer to reimburse me for a beach chair if I wanted to purchase one. The landscaping needed some attention. Lastly, the tile floors could use a good scrubbing around the edges. And the bedding was clean but seemed worn and dated. It was a decent place to stay, but I can't give it 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness
No surprises
Everything was exactly as expected. Clean. Great location. Proximity to beach was awesome. Cute house w nice outdoor space. Publix across the street. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic little cottage at the intersection
+: Bigger than it looks, kitchen has everything, close to the beach, beds comfy. Great for college kids. -: very small, too close to the intersection ( very noisy), roaches and possibly fleas ( woke up with bites). Furniture in LR pretty worn out - rips in cushions. Bathroom sink drain stopped up, impossible to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Penny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in St Augustine
The property was in a very convenient location. It was mostly very clean. Tile floors were a bit grimy. Bathroom sink did not drain. I contacted the manager and she did respond saying it needed to be vented. It was plugged and if it needed venting this must have been an ongoing issue. The yard and outside area were great. Some dog waste in yard so beware if barefoot! Overall good stay and we would return. Fix the sink!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Bridget T.

Liked: Cleanliness
This Is Not The Caliber of a VRBO House
My husband and I checked into the house this afternoon around 5:00 p.m. We found the house totally unacceptable. It smelled of mildew, the rooms were much smaller than anticipated and one of the bedrooms didn't have a closet. It was dark, there were bulbs out, and it was cold. There were no guides on setting up the heater or any instructions. We left this house & found nicer accommodations in St. Augustine and did not stay at this house. The pictures of the property & house do not represent the accommodations at all. When speaking with the property manager/owner she was defensive. We have stayed in the U.S. and internationally with VRBO for years and have never had this experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirk J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Efficient
The kitchen and coffee station (grinder included) are well equipped. Publix and Pizza are across the street. The showers are hot and the grill is new and clean. I was tempted to help out with upgrading some of the handyman work because the place is so lovable. Our 11 yr old was comfortable sleeping on the sofa in the living room. We would do it again. We should have brought our Bluetooth speaker.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

General property information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Saint Augustine