St Augustine Apt w/ Hot Tub Access ~ 1 Mi to Beach
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
This vacation rental apartment sits about a mile from Vilano Beach in St. Augustine, Florida, offering a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout with a queen bed and a queen sleeper sofa. It's a single-story unit that shares its lot with an additional bookable rental, so other travelers may occasionally be present. The listing is managed by Evolve, with 24/7 support in case anything needs attention during a stay.
Amenities & Recreation
Guests can unwind in a shared hot tub, relax on the patio, or grill out using the provided gas grill with propane. The property also offers four bicycles, a beach wagon, and ten beach chairs for shared use, making it easy to head to the sand without extra gear. Additional comforts include a washer/dryer, air conditioning and heating, ceiling fans, and two smart TVs with cable.
Kitchen & Practical Features
The full kitchen includes a stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, blender, coffee maker, toaster, ice maker, and a water filter, along with cooking basics and dishware. Linens, towels, and a hair dryer are provided, and free Wi-Fi and free driveway parking (up to 4 vehicles) round out the practical amenities. The unit is pet-friendly for up to two dogs with no additional fee.
Location
Seafood and coastal dining are close by, including Aunt Kates less than a mile away and The Reef under a mile, along with Beaches at Vilano, Anchor 28, and Pesca Vilano Rooftop within a couple of miles. History buffs can reach Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the Colonial Quarter, and Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth within about 4-6 miles, while a boat launch sits roughly a mile away for anglers. Jacksonville International, Daytona Beach International, and Gainesville Regional airports are all reachable, each roughly 60-100 kilometers out.
Best for
This apartment suits couples, small groups of friends, or beach-and-history travelers who want quick access to Vilano Beach, seafood restaurants like Aunt Kates and The Reef, and historic St. Augustine sites such as Castillo de San Marcos. Anglers will appreciate the nearby boat launch, and pet owners benefit from the no-extra-fee, two-dog pet policy. It's less suited to those wanting a large multi-bedroom home, as review feedback notes the space is more compact than some may expect.
Travel tips
Plan to drive, as free driveway parking fits up to four vehicles and the property is a few miles from downtown St. Augustine's historic attractions. Pack for the beach light, since the shared amenities include bicycles, a beach wagon, and ten beach chairs for the roughly one-mile trip to Vilano Beach. Note the property's quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM, and photo ID may be requested at check-in.
What guests say
Many guests praised the property's cleanliness, the enjoyable shared hot tub, and easy check-in with convenient parking, with several saying they'd return. The owner, Gary, was repeatedly noted as responsive and accommodating to guest requests before and during stays. A recurring concern was the unit's small size relative to expectations, with one guest reporting a significant mismatch between the listing description and the actual bedroom count and space, along with mildewed outdoor furniture; overall sentiment otherwise skewed strongly positive.
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