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💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
TV, Netflix, streaming services
On the beach
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 556 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles

DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Explore this Romantic Oceanfront Cottage located just 5 miles from Historic Downtown St Augustine on the "Best Section" of beach. Loads of restaurants & activities within Walking Distance. No long catwalks. No Cars allowed on the Beach. Just waves & powder white sand steps from your door. Totally renovated in 2012 with Top-of-the-Line finishes. Choose from 4 Cottages ranging 1 to 5 Bedrooms for any size group. Cottage 4 is our most intimate sleeping 2 to 5. It looks like it came right out of Pottery Barn. Crisp White Linens. Bead board walls. Cool Marble Floors. I feel sure after one night, you will agree "It doesn't get any better than this".

2 PATIOS - First thing you will notice is the Outdoor Space and the murmur of the Surf. Sunbathe on the grassy Oceanfront lawn. Enjoy Happy Hour under the Trellis Oceanside Patio. Or Grill on the Private Fenced Courtyard in front. The Grill is both Gas (provide) or Charcoal so you have your choice and comes with a large Outdoor Dining Table.

Marble GREAT ROOM - The huge 8' Picture Windows is designed to bring the outside indoors. Cool Marble floors throughout. Soft Blues. White Bead board. You never forget you are at the Beach! For your entertainment, we added a Big Screen TV with Comcast and Streaming Video so you can share You Tube Videos or Netflix (if you have an account).

INDOOR & OUTDOOR DINING - There are both indoor and outdoor options. Inside is a unique "Cafeteria" table with swivel seats. Great for meals or games. My family loves games and Rummikub is our favorite. We play from 5 to 95 and find it one of the few games where you actually have to think. I hope it becomes a tradition in your family and that you will remember your stay at Seaside Cottages each time you play it.

GOURMET KITCHEN - White Shaker Kitchen & Stainless Appliances plus a new "Leather" finish Granite Countertops. I hope you love it as much as I do. The Kitchen is fully equipped with Pottery Barn dishes, glasses and all the pot, pans and utensils you'll need to create a gourmet meal. I hope you'll enjoy cooking so much you save enough money to stay another night!

OCEANFRONT MASTER - The Master Bedroom is accessed thru lovely Glass Spa Doors. With giant 8' window it has spectacular morning sunrises and 42" TV. There is a King Bed and private bath with Shower, Oval Mirrored Medicine cabinet and Waterfall Faucet.

EXTRA SLEEPING - If you need more room, the Leather Sofa in the Greatroom folds out into a comfortable Queen with a half bath next door. Plus the Daybed is a full Twin Mattress so we comfortably sleep 5.

OUTDOOR SHOWER There is a private Outdoor Shower with hot and cold water. Beach Chairs, Towels and Boogie Boards as well.

PARKING for 2 Cars

SHARED LAUNDRY Located behind Cottage 1 and Shared with Cottage 1

BEST BEACH Now that I have described the House, let me turn to the Beach and why I call it the "Best Beach". You need to do your research here. There is a tremendous difference in the beaches and only 18 streets of what most people agree is the Best. Be sure and find out “where” your beach house is located before you book. I believe this is the BEST for 5 reason:

1. The SAND. The sand is like powder, not coarse ground up shells like Vilano to the north. This is the white powder you are looking for. Great for drip castles!

2. The OCEAN is RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR STEP. There is no long raised boardwalk like further south along Atlantic View with a 5 minute walk across the dunes to navigate with the cooler & chairs before you ever get to the water. Here the ocean and the VIEW is steps from your door. Be careful. There are some “beachfront” homes that are so “far from the beach” because of the sand dunes that you can hardly “see” the ocean.

3. There are NO CARS. This is a major distinction. Everything south of A Street has Cars. Imagine trying to play paddle ball or throwing football with cars continually passing by & having to be on constant baby alert. Not while you are on vacation!

4. The beach is WIDE and level with GREAT WAVES. You have to be careful here too. Some beaches to the north on Vilano are narrow & steep, even with rocks, and the slope of the beach affects the waves. They break right at the shore line so close in you can't ride boogie boards. The locals consider this the BEST SURFING around. There is a Surf Shop, Pitt Surf, at A Street where you can rent boards and take lessons. You don't have to worry. This is not the West Coast. Waves are not too big and not too small. They are "just right". But you will have loads of fun with the boogie boards provide at The Seaside Cottages free of charge

5. Last but not least, the beach is within WALKING DISTANCE of loads of Restaurants & Shops. Many beaches both north and south are so isolated you have a long drive to get to anything. Not The Seaside Cottages. It is so nice to be able to walk over to a restaurant for breakfast or send the kids out an Ice cream cone. We have an amazing number of "wonderful" restaurants within walking distance. Our favorite Sunset Grill is a must. Even Live music at Cafe 11 & funky Jacks BBQ. At the Fishing Pier the Kids will love the Splash Park plus Beach Volleyball courts, there is a Farmers Market on Wednesday and Free Live Music Concerts every Wednesday night in the Summer. How wonderful is that? Publix and Starbucks are only 1.5 mile away. There is a park half mile north on Pope with Tennis or a YMCA for swimming or workout w/Daily or Weekly memberships if you are not a member at home. Just south is Miniature Golf which kids will love. And Royal St Augustine Golf for the Adults close by on 16. (World Golf and TPC/Sawgrass are about 30 minutes). See THINGS TO DO at my Website or call to let me know what you are looking for. I always answer my phone!

5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN - There is more to St Augustine that just the Beach. Our Downtown founded in 1565 is the oldest continuously occupied European Settlement in the US and one of the Top 6 Florida destinations according to US News & World Reports. (They rank us #2 Best Affordable Honeymoon Destination and our Beach #5 in USA). You'll feel like you are back in time. Strolling Old World Walking Streets. Romantic Lighting. Outdoor Music filling the air. There are scores Historic Sights and fabulous Restaurants. Call or my LIST of THINGS TO DO. With the Beach and the History we are truly a "Must Do".

NEED MORE SPACE? - Remember, if you need more space, or less, there are 4 Seaside Cottages on the same lot located at 2 9th Street. Please click on the links below:

Cottage 1 - 6 BD 5 BA - Sleeps 19 - https://www.vrbo.com/997177ha?

Cottage 2 - 2 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 7 - https://www.vrbo.com/997263ha?

Cottage 3 - 2 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528115ha?

Cottage 4 - 1 BD 1.5 BA - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528116ha? (Shown Here)

FOR EVEN MORE OCEANFRONT SPACE- See 2 1st Lane - Just 9 streets South)

Chautauqua - 7 BD 6.5 BA - Sleeps 21 - https://www.vrbo.com/128579ha?

FOR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN - Just 5 miles North - We have 3 locations

67 Lemon Street - House and Guesthouse (Half Mile Stroll to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)

Lemon Street Retreat (Main House) - 3 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/9855477ha?

Lemon Guesthouse - 4 BD 3.5 BA - Sleeps 14 - https://www.vrbo.com/4651526ha?

Lemon Guesthouse Upstairs Only - Palm View - 3 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 9 - https://www.vrbo.com/4646734ha?

Lemon Guesthouse First Floor Only - Secret Garden - 1 BD 1.5 Ba - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/4647397ha?

28 Riberia Street - House and Guesthouse (2 Streets south also Half Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)

Historic Lady (Main House) - 3 BD 4 BA - Sleeps 10 - https://www.vrbo.com/4198392ha?

Romantic Getaway Guesthouse - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - https://www.vrbo.com/4079442ha?

28 Saragossa (2 Streets East - Quarter Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)

The Grand Oak - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August

Palm Paradise - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August

BOOKMARK ME - Please keep us in mind for small or large groups both at the Beach or Downtown. At the same address we have 3 other Cottages ranging from 1 to 5 Bedrooms (Sleeping 5, 7 or 19). Just a few block south we have an even larger Oceanfront home, The Chautauqua, with 7 Bedrooms & 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 21). Downtown are 2 Historic Homes just 2 blocks from each other, great for Wedding Guests, that range from 1 to 4 Bedrooms (Sleeping 2 to 14 each - 28 Total).

CALL LINDA - My goal is to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" on the "Best Beach" and have it become a part of "Your Family Tradition" so that you will grow to consider us "Your second home in St Augustine".

Feel free to call me anytime at 904.465.3852. I always answer my phone and am here to help. I am also a Realtor so if you "Fall in Love" like I did, I can help you find a great deal on a Vacation Home. I would love to take you Shopping.

Thank you again for considering me,

Linda Bayles

Property manager

Linda Bayles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

372397

About the area

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • St. George Street - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beachcomber Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Where is 💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Augustine holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Johns County Ocean Pier and St. Augustine Beach. Matanzas River and Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carolyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Close to the beach and restaurants close that we could walk to.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Loved the location! The beach was great. A short drive to anywhere you would like to go in St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and right on the beach. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil B., calhoun ga

Liked: Cleanliness
NEEDED VACATION
GREAT LOCATION AND EASE OF GETTING ON THE BEACH- WISH WEATHER HAD BEEN BETTER LAST 2 DAYS, BUT NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT THAT.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carl D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Vacation
The house is a cute little place, perfect for a couple, not sure it would be comfortable with more than that. We got to watch the bunnies playing, we saw a tortoise in the dunes, very old and large turtle. Tons of little lizards running around as well as the bird life. We even had a racer snake come up to see what we were doing. He ran off quickly though. Our only thing was that we wished we could have seen the actual beach and not just the dunes unless we walked down the walkway (which is right next to the house).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
St Augestine
Clean as a whistle. Better than pictures. Simple check in. Clear instructions. Beautiful beach. Anything and everything close by. 5 stars all the way
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beachfront Cottage
This was one of the easiest check-in processes and communication with Linda was top-notch. Cottages are located on the beach, just a short stroll across the path to the beautiful views. Lots of restaurants nearby and downtown is a short drive. House was clean and well stocked. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private cottage steps from the beach!
This location is amazing and despite having other rental homes share the property it was very private and peaceful. Loved walking out to the beach for sunrise and sitting on the shaded porch at sunset listening to the sounds of the ocean coming over the dunes. This cottage is ideal for couples with its comfy king size bed but also has a day bed in the living area with adequate space for a 3rd person and an extra half bath. The AC worked very well, the little kitchen is well equipped, and there were plenty of towels. Loved that beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards were provided too. Communication with the owner was the best I’ve experienced with a rental. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dewey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome
The property was clean very close to the water had everything we needed. The bed was so comfortable bunnies in the yard every morning she has all of the chairs beach umbrella. Everything needed well pointed kitchen overall it was an absolutely great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Great location and excellent communication with management who was very accommodating to our specific circumstances.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location/beach access!
The listing description couldn't be more accurate. Linda was a delight to deal through and provided all the necessary information needed for our stay. So nice to have direct beach access only steps away. Unfortunately, because of the dunes, there is not a view of the ocean (although you can hear it!), but we went in knowing that. Sunrises were beautiful! The cottage was in nice shape & updated. Almost everything within walking distance; we Ubered when needed (rides readily available). We would definitely consider staying there again! The historic downtown area is so quaint and definitely worth visiting!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

michelle p.

Great Place to Stay
This little house was a great location for my husband and I. Nice and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oceanfront getaway
We had a question about parking before arriving and owner responded promptly. A couple of small issues were brought to the owners attention and she responded promptly and said would be corrected. Thoughtful additions like beach chairs and patio chairs really made the stay! Could hear the ocean!! Would go again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
The cottage was very clean and immediately adjacent to beach access. Check in process and communication with the host was excellent. Greatly appreciated host recommendations for restaurants and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Great location right next to the beach. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Retreat
Perfect little cottage for a couple, teenage son come along to surf and still plenty of space. Cozy and well equipped, little backyard nestled in front of the dunes was relaxing and a great place to hang out. Couldn’t be closer to the beach if you tired!! Love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
We enjoyed our stay and the property was as advertised. Very close to the beach!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H., Big Canoe, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
No view of water but steps to sand and ocean! Cozy little cabin for 2. Owner is very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and amazing neighborhood.
Perfect location and comfortable charming cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Diane K.

Great Location But....
Great location. The place is older and not as the pictures portray. The cottage is small and really only appropriate for a couple. No ceiling fans, TV was hard to use. Bathrooms are small. Location is right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect couples beach cottage
Loved this little cottage. Easy beach access and very comfortable, very well maintained and contains everything you need for a relaxing vacation. location can't be beat, walkable to many restaurants and shops. Daybed and couch would work for family with children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best location!
Cute little beach cottage was perfect for my husband and I getting away for Christmas weekend. Location was phenomenal being just steps to the sand. Nice little veranda looking at the dune was nice place to sit out to get out of the wind. Kitchen was small but had everything you need. Was very nice to have the grill outside and a private seating area in front as well. Property is older but well maintained, clean, and the baths and kitchen were updated. Also close to plenty of restaurants and shops all within walking distance. Great communication for check in. Would recommend staying at Linda’s properties!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

YuLing K., Cleveland, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
So close to the beach!
My partner and I loved our stay. Great communication, easy check in and check out. Everything is as described. Very cute and cozy and clean. Our favorite is the large bedroom window looking out onto the vast sky and dune. Though we usually prefer to have a view of the ocean (the main view is of the dunes, which is fine too - the cottage is SO CLOSE to the beach that even the laziest person would simply go to the ocean and see it lol). It is so close to the beach that we could work remotely and several times throughout the day take "coffee breaks" to catch a couple waves and be back at work just fine. We also enjoy that it is within walking distance (and short drives or bike rides) of so many restaurants and things to do. Some of the windows face the cottage next door, so we did not leave our blinds open all of the time like we like to, but there was still enough privacy anyway and there are other windows to keep open too anyway. We would absolutely come back and also would try some of the other Linda's Beach properties - they also look great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
LINDA'S BEACH COTTAGES
Very nice place. Perfect size for just two adults. Not too big, not too small. Location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
This was the perfect spot for us. We were very comfortable and would highly recommend this property to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023