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Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
    8 min walk
  • St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
    11 min walk
  • Anastasia State Park
    18 min walk
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    14 min drive

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About the area

St. Augustine

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Davis Shores cottage places you steps from Anastasia Island Mini-Golf and within a 5-minute walk of Tolomato River. Walker Charters and Matanzas River are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Flagler College - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. George Street - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Conch House Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location

You've found your waterfront oasis tucked under the White Birds of Paradise! This spacious retreat was formerly a commercial art gallery. Two queen beds, one full bathroom & full kitchen make for comfortable living! You have a fenced path leading you down to the beautiful waters of Salt Run where a rooftop deck & saltwater in-ground pool invites you to relax and slow down. Less than a mile to downtown St. Augustine, a little over a mile to the Amphitheater and about 3 miles to the beach.

Downstairs you have a combined living space with a queen bed, L-shaped couch, and kitchen with bar seating. The kitchen has a two-burner gas stovetop, full-sized retro fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, toaster & kettle.

Upstairs you have an A-frame hideaway! A comfortable queen bed, 2 office desks for remote working, and a bookshelf stocked with books and games for those (rare) rainy days. A dedicated, separate entrance to the upstairs bedroom makes it convenient for two couples.

You have a fenced path leading you down to the beautiful waters of Salt Run. Make your way up to the rooftop deck for some sunshine and incredible views while catching that awesome ocean breeze.

Time for a swim? In front of the waterside rooftop deck you'll find a large 15'x30' saltwater swimming pool. The pool has a large shallow-depth ledge perfect for relaxing or enjoying a book. The pool is available year-round & heated to 80-82 degrees.

The pool and rooftop deck are shared with one other vacation rental on this large property (more on that below).

Only a few blocks away, you have a full-service marina with lots of fishing charters and boat tour options.

Perfectly situated on a dead-end street just off the main boulevard. You are less than a mile to downtown St. Augustine, just a little over a mile to the Amphitheater, and about 3 miles to St. Augustine Beach. Additional nearby attractions include the Alligator Farm and St. Augustine Lighthouse, both within walking/biking distance or a very short drive.

Ready for the beach? Four nice quality beach chairs are provided with armrests and lay-flat functionality.

Parking is not an issue with two dedicated off-street parking spaces and fast wifi makes it easy to stay connected.

Washer & dryer is available for guests staying 4 nights or longer at no additional cost.

Other Things To Note:
This is a large property spanning almost a 1/2 acre. There are three separate buildings on the property. Each building has its own dedicated parking, private entrance and share no common walls. The waterfront rooftop deck & pool is shared between all. There is a photo that gives a satellite view of the property layout.

The heated pool temperature will be 80-82 degrees. The pool heater cannot function when outside temperature drops below 48 degrees. Therefore during cold fronts the water may drop below our set temperature until the heater can kick back on.

Quiet hours are from 10pm to 8am and pool hours are from sunrise to sunset.

The dock that can be seen in the background of some photos is our neighbor's. Dock access is not available for guests.

Property manager

Cabe Nolan

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aliya W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three day stay.
House nice and clean, I enjoyed the gas stove. Didn't like how we couldn't play in the pool after sunset, wanted to put the children to bed and just relax by the pool, but probably wouldn't have done that anyway because the pool is a little walk from the guest house. The neighbors are also very close and they decided to clean off their balcony with what looked like a water hose, but he also had a bug spray pump and sprinkles of whatever he was spraying was hitting us by the pool so we limitted our play to the other side. (Not like this host can control their neighbors) Also those same neighbors let their dog out and the dog watched us for a little bit and then starting barking at us, after a couple barks the dog was called back inside, again these host can't control the neighbors, it was just bothersome. There was also a sign that read no food or drinks by the pool which was crazy because on a hot day one would want something to drink while playing in the pool. The house had this secluded feeling which was nice, the area was very quiet. There was nowhere to put wet towels from the pool or shower. The beds were comfortable and clean. I thought it was weird reading the guestbook that the bathroom next to the pool is a shared bathroom and might not be cleaned after every guest. The pool bathroom trash was half full, but otherwise the bathroom was clean. When leaving they want you to take out the trash and wash the dishes or load the dishwasher.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Amazing time and such a cute place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
CUTE little hideaway
When you pull up to thf property you are on a busy road but thr minute you walk around back to the pool and view its like youre in the county. Quiet and peaceful! The hosts were so lind, the place was so clean and had everything we needed. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
St. Augustine gem
The location of this property is awesome, between the beach and the historic district. The view from the outside deck and pool area is beautiful, and the pool is wonderful. It is shared with another unit, but we only had people in the other unit for 1 day of our stay. The unit we stayed in is small, but it was all my husband and I needed, and it is nicely done. We could have used an oven one day (which it doesn’t have), but overall the unit was great for us. The only other problem is that parking when you get to the historic district is rather limited, since we did have to drive to get there, but we managed to find spots each day. The hosts sent a guidebook which had all the information you need for getting around, and places to visit and eat which was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

K K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
Absolutely LOVED the place. So nicely decorated and appointed. I stayed with my 12 and 13 year olds. We enjoyed the pool - the owner even turned on a bubble machine for us to make it extra special. We woke up early on the last day to watch the sun rise from the rooftop deck. We will be back ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for concert
Great little place convenient to restaurants and the amphitheatre. A+ host. Very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
ABSOLUTELY PERFECT
Perfect in every way ! So clean, well organized & decorated.Short drive to beach , short walk to wonderful restaurants. Bed so cozy , a hidden gem . Sparkling clean pool . Quick response from Cabe if any questions. I am booking Retreat for my daughter for June . Thank you for this special weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to old town
Property was cute and clean, just in an odd place right off the highway. *Note that you do not have a water view from the unit
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place With Everything You Could Want!
We loved staying here for my husband's birthday trip. The Retreat came with all the amenities we could hope for. We enjoyed a dip in the pool and the views from the rooftop deck. It was a short drive into St Augustine and there are grocery stores and plenty of restaurants close by as well. The hosts are awesome- super responsive and even went the extra mile to ship us back two jackets we accidentally left behind. I would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Linda U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
It's an easy walk to city center (over the bridge) and the neighborhood was good. Didn't get all of the instructions on how to get in until we arrived, but it worked out. The property is a little smaller than it seems on the listing but for 2 nights, it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 3 Day Stay
Absolutely lovely! Checks all the boxes for the things that are important to us when traveling: Super clean, good shower, very comfortable bed/ bedding, good internet connection, easy check in…and there was much more, as well as many thoughtful touches. We loved the rooftop deck with a beautiful view of the intracoastal waterway and swam in the heated saltwater pool. The quiet location suited us and downtown St Augustine was just a hop- skip over the bridge. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baby Shower Visit
What a darling cottage! The Retreat is the perfect name for this cozy off the beaten path unit. The views were so calming and relaxing we hated to leave. Pedaling on bikes we were able to ride into town and explore or head south and enjoy Anastasia State Park. Would certainly love to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Very nice location. Close to everything and perfect for our move in to Flagler college. Very well stocked and cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenasia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Oasis
My best friend from college and I had a girls trip to see a show in St Augustine and this place was absolutely perfect. Had everything in we needed! Including beach chairs to head to the shore which can be tough to find when traveling! Would def stay here again. Awesome hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay!!
Everything was as expected and great! Very accommodating and responsive to all of our questions! Loved the pool for hanging in the afternoon! Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy Cottage Getaway with great pool and convenient location
Brittany and Cabe were friendly and very responsive to communication. The space was well thought out and well decorated. The cottage made a great home base for our family vacation in St. Augustine - short drive to beaches, short drive to downtown, walking distance to good restaurants and their pool was amazing! Would recommend highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARLA G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Great communication from host, great location, great pool and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best family vacation
It was perfect for all of us. The location was amazing! Cant say enough honestly and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
This place is the total package! If you want a water view ... ✔️ if you want a pool ... ✔️ if you want a cute, clean, well stocked place ... ✔️ if you want a quick drive to the beach ... ✔️ if you want to walk to local restaurants or even downtown st Augustine ... ✔️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We greatly enjoyed our stay! Nice little cottage close to the beach and many other restaurants and downtown St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base!
Excellent little spot to explore St. Augustine and the beaches. Close to everything. Perfectly clean and the pool area was great - it will be AMAZING when the construction is finished. Hosts were great, electronic welcome/guide book was a nice touch. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
FABULOUS!!
Great location for me and my HS friend to enjoy the sights of St Augustine with another HS friend…Girls trip! Property was clean and just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy w.

Liked: Cleanliness
The retreat is beautiful. It is tucked away in a great spot. The deck and pool are lovely.
Easy! Had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber w., Forsyth Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple and cozy
We enjoyed our short 2 night stay. We stopped through on our way back from a long week in Orlando. It was perfect for our family. The pool was awesome and so clean. My son actually learned how to swim while there. We would definitely recommend it to our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022