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

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

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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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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

  • Garden

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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

Pets not 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

About the neighborhood

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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Flagler College - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • St. George Street - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 4 min drive - 2.7 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Retreat, Heated Pool & Rooftop Deck - 2 Bed, Kitchen, Great Location located?

Located in Davis Shores, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Anastasia Island Mini-Golf and Anastasia State Park. Tolomato River and Walker Charters are also within 10 minutes.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

This was such a great place and kid friendly and so close to everything! It was actually sad to leave. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The property is absolutely perfect! Great location that is close to all the best Saint Augustine has to offer. Check in instructions were sent well before our stay and getting into the property was easy. Interior was well stocked and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again when we're in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Clean and comfortable! My family loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing time and such a cute place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great communication from host, great location, great pool and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

This cottage was cute and cozy but it could have been a little cleaner. It was dark inside as there were no overhead lights, especially in the small kitchen. It’s in a nice location and the beds were very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

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

Great little place convenient to restaurants and the amphitheatre. A+ host. Very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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

Easy! Had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

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

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

8/10

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

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

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

10/10

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

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

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 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

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

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

8/10

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

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

10/10

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