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heated pool, steps to beach

Family-friendly vacation home in St. Augustine

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby
Pool
Smart TV, fireplace
Exterior
Escape to Salty Pirate, a serene retreat offering a spacious home with soothing colors and calming natural light. Unwind in the sunken dining and living area, cook up your dream meal in the whimsical kitchen, or relax by the pool with crystal-clear water under the pergola.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102304 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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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.

heated pool, steps to beach

✨ Leave your worries behind and step into the calm, coastal charm of The Salty Pirate. Designed for both relaxation and fun, this spacious retreat has plenty of room for the whole family 🏡—while still giving everyone their own space. Bright natural light, soothing colors, and whimsical touches flow seamlessly from room to room, creating an ambiance that’s serene and unforgettable.


🍽 Gather & Relax
Sunken dining and living area with a large table for 6
Cozy couches, decorative fireplace, and big-screen TV 📺
Second living area—perfect as a breakfast nook ☕, quiet work space 💻, or private spot to unwind
Whimsical artwork + stylish barn door 🚪
👩‍🍳 Cook with Ease
Fully equipped modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances ✨
Ample counter space for prepping meals 🍳
Playful fish-shaped cabinet pulls 🐟
Stocked with cookware, utensils, and dinnerware for the whole group
🛏 Sleep in Comfort
Master Suite: spacious bedroom with walk-in closet + spa-like ensuite bathroom 🚿
Downstairs Bedrooms: stylish décor, matching furniture, large-screen TVs 🎬
Upstairs Bedrooms: custom bunk room kids will love + bright queen room 🌞
Plenty of storage and thoughtfully designed layouts for everyone
🌴 Your Outdoor Oasis
Dine under the pergola with twinkling lights ✨
Take a dip in the sparkling pool 💦
Cozy up around the firepit in Adirondack chairs 🔥 (perfect for s’mores!)
Grill out with the gas BBQ 🍔🌭
Garage stocked with fun extras: cornhole, boogie boards 🏄‍♂️, rolling cooler 🧊, and 4 beach chairs 🏖
12 fresh beach towels included—just bring your swimsuit! 👙
🌟 Why You’ll Love It Here
The Salty Pirate isn’t just a home—it’s an experience. With its whimsical style, family-friendly design, and relaxing outdoor spaces, it’s the perfect base for both adventure and relaxation—plus you’re just minutes from the rich history of the nation’s oldest city. 🏰
📌 Things to Know
🔑 Self check-in with door code (after 4 p.m. unless early check-in approved by TPG)
👤 Primary guest must be 25+ and stay for the entire reservation
🚭 Non-smoking property
🐾 Pet Policy
Dogs welcome (up to 2) 🐶🐶
$150 for one / $250 for two
Please let us know at booking if bringing pets
Guests must clean up after pets (⚠️ $500 fee if cleaning team must do so)
Sorry, no other pets allowed

You musts be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation. The person who makes the reservation must occupy the residence for the duration of the reservation.

This is a non-smoking property.

🌡️Pool Heat: Available from November through February. The rest of the year, the ambient air keeps the pool at a comfortable temperature. When heated, the pool temperature is set to 85 degrees. Pool heat is an additional fee of $150. It can take up to 48 hours to fully heat the pool so please let us know at least two days before check-in if you want to add this amenity. No dogs allowed in the pool; their fur clogs the filter.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,304 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

You must be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation. The person who makes the reservation must occupy the residence for the duration

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

174511

About the neighborhood

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • St. George Street - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Flagler College - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Reef - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Beaches On Vilano - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cap's on the Water - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pesca - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is heated pool, steps to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at heated pool, steps to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at heated pool, steps to beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is heated pool, steps to beach located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Vilano Beach and Usina Beach. Tolomato River and Castle Otttis are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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heated pool, steps to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2025 Vacation

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The home was wonderful and just a couple hundred feet from the beach! It was a short drive to good food and historic St Augustine. We loved pur stay at The Salty Pirate
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Beth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful place

The house was very nice and had plenty of room for my family of 6 and their 2 babies. However, I was expecting 3 full bathrooms-but only had 2 full baths and 2 1/2 baths. I would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We loved the location. The pool and outside area was wonderful. The house was good except when the listing said 3 bathrooms, we were expecting 3 full baths. That was a little inconvenient. We enjoyed the pool table in the garage and the extra refrigerator. The beach access was great, even better t
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

DONNA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house was gorgeous. The trash was over flowing out of outside can and it stated trash pick up was on Friday. I called and asked about having it picked up, but no one returned my call. We literally had to just sat trash in the garage for whole week we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation!

We had an amazing vacation! Steps to the beach, private pool, fenced in yard and a short drive to grocery and shops of St. Augustine. We had everything we needed to comfortably house our group of 4 adults, 4 kids and 2 dogs. The two refrigerators gave us plenty of space for a week of grocery and drinks. Beds were comfy, liked the extra throw blankets throughout the house and the12 beach towels included was a big plus. As far as the beach supplies goes we were provided everything needed with an umbrella, coolers, toys, cart and chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house, great layout, perfect location!

We absolutely loved this house! It was the perfect layout for our group, was a 2 min walk to the beach, in a safe and cute neighborhood, with easy and quick access to groceries. 12 min to downtown St. Aug, which was an easy drive. The house was clean and the pool area was awesome—paying to heat the pool was worth every penny.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Augustine

The house is in a great location for the beach, restaurants, shopping and tourist activities. The house was perfect for our family!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful home in a great location.

This is a beautiful home as advertised in the pictures and in a convenient location to see local sites and restaurants.The only disappointment was that the beach access was closed the whole week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florida

The property location is great. The property itself is very clean. None of the exterior lights on the rear of the house were functional. I couldn’t find the switch nor did I ask management. Could have been operator error on my part.I would highly recommend people stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Mrs

Stay was fine however the ad was very misleading states there were 3 bathrooms and only had 2 that was a big disappointment…also very minimal dishware ….no wine glasses very few plates 1 frying oan 1 pot other than that it was fine total rating overall 4
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family friendly

House was very clean and well appointed. Location was a quiet and pleasant neighborhood just steps to the beach. Felt like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Peggy D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Problems every day

The pool was dirty. We had no internet and TV except for one half day. Talking to Nicholas everyday at VRBO was a nightmare. He thought we couldn't turn on a TV right and the internet was our problem when the owner said they were changing companies. This will be the last time I rent from VRBO. Everyday of our trip I was talking to Nicholas from VRBO trying to get things done. I paid extra to have the pool heated but couldnt use it because it was dirty. Beware!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tindell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house! Great location!

We had a wonderful time! The house was so clean and had everything we needed. The space works great for a family and the pool was so fun. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very nice and close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant poolside Vacay

We arrived to a house that looks just like the pics. Upon arrival the keypad wasn’t working but we were able to reach someone right away and the problem was resolved quickly. The house was clean and had everything we needed for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Our family spent a great week at the Salty Pirate—what a great time. The house was very spacious and the most well equipped house we have ever stayed at. A big Thank You to the owner for such a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location-professional services

Fantastic home. Plenty of space and amenities. Pool, ping pong, close to the beach, nice tvs for the rainy days, would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing stay

Pool was superb and just steps from the beach. Beach chairs, football, volleyball, bags game, ping pong table in garage. Way over delivered. We will be back over and over. Amazing stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!!!

Very nice. Everything was excellent!! Location was perfect, short walk to the beach, pool was very nice. Very clean and well maintained!! Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation from Flagler

Very lovely home. Close to beach access. Pool and yard are amazing! Any issues were addressed immediately. Great place to stay! Was a great time with family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Trip

We went to St Augustine with our best friends and our kids and this house was wonderful. Plenty of space for everyone, the pool was heated and felt amazing even when it was chillier in the mornings or evenings. The proximity to the beach was wonderful just right across the street from an access . We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2024

We just loved our stay here. We were 6 adults, 2 children and an infant and our 2 pets. we were all very comfortable and the location was great. A short drive over the bridge and you were in St. Augustine. Boys in our group went to the TPC and that was also a very short drive. Beach was beautiful and just across the street, a very short walk. It was a great family vacation for all of us!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Beautiful property - great location just a few steps to the beach! Very clean and spacious. Had all the amenities we needed. The only downfall was the pool heater didn’t warm the pool quick enough to enjoy. Would definitely book this property again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Weather was not as nice as we were hoping for, but we had a wonderful time being physically together as a family for the first time in 10 years.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024