Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights
Welcome to “By the Beautiful Sea” — your private coastal sanctuary nestled along the peaceful shores of Vilano Beach, just 5 minutes from historic downtown St. Augustine. This spacious three-story, 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom beach house is perfect for family vacations, long weekend getaways, or extended stays by the sea.
Whether you’re visiting to experience Florida’s award-winning Nights of Lights, explore the charm of the nation’s oldest city, or just soak up the salty breeze, this home delivers comfort, location, and timeless beach vibes.
🏖️ Direct Beach Access – Wake Up to Ocean Breezes Step outside your front door and onto the sand. There’s no need to pack the car or walk blocks—your beach day starts here. Enjoy morning walks, seashell hunting, or just relax with a book while the Atlantic waves roll in.
☀️ Sunrise views from your porch 🧘 Perfect for yoga, coffee, or quiet moments by the sea 🪣 Beach chairs, bikes & umbrellas included for guest use
🛋️ Designed for Relaxation & Family Time “By the Beautiful Sea” was made for memory-making. Inside, you’ll find a bright and airy open-concept living area, inviting you to unwind, reconnect, and enjoy your time together.
Plush seating for movie nights or game time
Wraparound porches on two levels to catch the ocean breeze
Peaceful ambiance with space to spread out across all three floors
🍽️ Fully Equipped Kitchen + Outdoor BBQ Love to cook or entertain? You’ll have everything you need to prepare delicious meals:
✅ Double oven — great for baking, roasting, and big family meals ✅ Separate cooktop + microwave for quick convenience ✅ Bar seating for cocktails, coffee, or evening wine ✅ BBQ grill for ocean-view cookouts
🛏️ Room for Everyone – Perfect for 1 or 2 Families This beach house comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests with a flexible layout spread across three levels.
Primary Suite: Spacious with a garden tub, separate shower, and private access to the porch
3 Additional Bedrooms: Queen bed, queen bed and set of twins
Bonus: 4 full bathrooms including a ground-level bath for easy beach cleanup
🧺 Full laundry room and garage storage make longer stays a breeze
🏛️ Explore the Best of St. Augustine – Minutes Away You`re just a short drive or bike ride from the heart of historic downtown St. Augustine, full of culture, charm, and holiday magic:
🎄 Nights of Lights (Nov–Jan): A must-see winter wonderland
🏰 Castillo de San Marcos
🛍️ St. George Street shops & cafes
🍷 Wine bars, ghost tours, and local art walks
🚤 Nature trails, kayak rentals, and wildlife watching
You’ll love being close to the action while enjoying the peace and privacy of Vilano Beach.
🛎️ Guest Amenities & Practical Details 🚗 Parking for up to 4 vehicles
🎾 Tennis court just one block away
🛒 Gas stations & grocery stores nearby
📶 Fast Wi-Fi for remote work or streaming
🐾 Pet-friendly with approval (1 dog max, fee applies)
📦 Amazon & delivery-friendly (no USPS mail)
🔞 Primary renter must be 25+
📋 Required municipal agreement sent before arrival
🚫 No parties, smoking, vaping, or events – residential community
🌟 Why Book “By the Beautiful Sea”? ✅ Unbeatable beachfront location - beach views across the street and Surfside park access ✅ Trusted & professionally managed ✅ Ideal for Nights of Lights, romantic escapes, or family holidays ✅ Stocked with everything you need for comfort and adventure ✅ A guest favorite for off-season extended stays
📅 Book Now – Beachfront Bliss is Just a Click Away Whether you’re here for sunshine, celebration, or a peaceful reset, By the Beautiful Sea invites you to slow down, breathe in the salt air, and enjoy Florida`s most beloved coastal destination.
🔑 Reserve your dates today and discover why guests return year after year. Please be sure to look at our House Rules which includes signing the required municipal agreement for stay to gain access. This includes basic rules like occupancy, trash, noise parking etc. as required by our local government
Guests acknowledge that the property is located in a natural environment and may be subject to varying weather conditions, wildlife activity, and ambient noise from nature or surrounding areas. We do not make any guarantees regarding weather, wildlife behavior, or the suitability of the environment for specific activities or purposes. Refunds or discounts will not be issued due to weather events, natural occurrences, environmental noise, or other circumstances beyond our control.
The property is managed by a licensed real estate professional. This is a short-term vacation rental and is not subject to the rules, rights, or responsibilities associated with long-term tenancy. As such, we do not collect security deposits or enter into landlord-tenant relationships governed by long-term occupancy laws. Credit Card Processing Fee Policy for third party Bookings Please be advised that credit card processing fees are non-refundable, even in the event of a cancellation or refund. These fees are charged by the payment processor at the time of booking and are not recoverable by our company. If a cancellation occurs—whether within or outside the refund window—any refund issued will be net of the original credit card processing fee. By confirming your reservation through Third party sites and this one you acknowledge and accept this policy as part of the booking terms and conditions.
By booking this property, you agree to abide by all terms and conditions stated herein.
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Max occupancy: 6 Max vehicles: 6
Accommodatie-voorzieningen
Strand
Strand in de buurt
Internet
Beschikbaar in de woning: gratis wifi
Parkeren en vervoer
Auto aanbevolen
Tot de parkeeropties ter plaatse behoort een garage
Keuken
Afwasmachine
Broodrooster
IJsmachine
Keukeneiland
Koelkast
Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
Kookgerei, borden en bestek
Kookplaat
Kruiden
Microgolfoven
Oven
Eetopties
Eettafel
Slaapkamers
4 slaapkamers
Beddengoed inbegrepen
Badkamer
4,5 badkamers
Haardroger
Handdoeken inbegrepen
Woonruimtes
Apart eetgedeelte
Eettafel
Woonkamer
Entertainment
Boeken
Smart-tv
Spellen
Buiten
Balkon
Barbecue
Tuin
Wasvoorzieningen
Wasmachine
Wasserette
Werkplekken
Bureau
Bureaustoel
Comfort
Airconditioning
Verwarming
Huisdieren
Geen huisdieren toegelaten
Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen
Rookvrije accommodatie
Diensten en faciliteiten
Strijkijzer/strijkplank
Uitgelichte locatiekenmerken
Dicht bij de jachthaven
Dicht bij een dierentuin
Dicht bij een outletcentrum
Dicht bij een ziekenhuis
In het stadscentrum
Dingen om te doen
Fietsen
Ecotours in de buurt
Fietsmogelijkheid in de buurt
Motorbootverhuur in de buurt
Rondleidingen bij wijnmakerijen in de buurt
Snorkelen in de buurt
Surfen/bodyboarden in de buurt
Vismogelijkheid in de buurt
Vogelspotten in de buurt
Veiligheidsvoorzieningen
Koolmonoxidemelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
Rookmelder (de eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
In- en uitchecken zonder direct persoonlijk contact
Minimale leeftijd om in te checken: 26
Uitchecken
Uitchecken voor 10.00 uur
Speciale incheckinstructies
Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies over het in- en uitchecken
De informatie die de accommodatie verstrekt, is mogelijk vertaald met automatische vertaaltools
Huisregels
We love sharing our family home with guests that return year over year.
Huisdieren
Geen huisdieren toegelaten
Kinderen en extra bedden
Kinderen zijn welkom.
Evenementen
No events allowed
Roken
Smoking is not permitted
Belangrijke informatie
Algemene info
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een professionele eigenaar, die accommodaties aanbiedt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag worden aangerekend.
Tijdens het inchecken dien je in het geval van incidentele kosten mogelijk een geldig identiteitsbewijs voor te leggen en een borgsom in contanten, per bankkaart of kredietkaart te betalen.
Speciale verzoeken kunnen, indien mogelijk, bij check-in worden ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten worden aangerekend. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De eigenaar heeft aangegeven dat er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
De accommodatie beschikt over de volgende veiligheidsvoorziening: een brandblusapparaat
Deze accommodatie heeft buitenruimtes, zoals balkons, patio's en terrassen, die mogelijk niet geschikt zijn voor kinderen. We raden aan om in geval van twijfel vóór aankomst de accommodatie te contacteren en te vragen of ze een geschikte kamer voor je hebben.
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd via onze partner, Vrbo. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Als je je boeking annuleert, ben je onderhevig aan het annuleringsbeleid van de eigenaar. In overeenstemming met de EU-regelgeving over consumentenrechten, vallen boekingsservices voor accommodaties niet onder het herroepingsrecht.
Overige info
Er wordt een auto aanbevolen om van en naar deze accommodatie te reizen.
Over deze buurt
dit vakantiehuis bevindt zich in Vilano Beach, een wijk in St. Augustine, en ligt vlak bij het strand. Bezoek Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, een opmerkelijke bezienswaardigheid, of trek de natuur in bij Vilano Beach en Staatspark Anastasia. World Golf Village en Potter's Wax Museum zijn ook een bezoek waard. Kies voor waterpret zoals snorkelen of motorbootvaren of beleef avonturen zoals het volgen van een ecotour en fietsen. Bekijk onze reisgids voor St. Augustine
St. Augustine, Florida (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 11 min. rijden
Restaurants
The Reef
3 min. rijden
Beaches On Vilano
20 min. wandelen
Schooner's Seafood House
7 min. rijden
Brisky’s Bbq
6 min. rijden
Surfside Kitchen
14 min. wandelen
Veelgestelde vragen
Zijn huisdieren welkom bij Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights?
Nee, assistentiedieren zijn niet welkom bij deze accommodatie.
Hoeveel kost het om hier te parkeren?
Er zijn parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar bij de accommodatie.
Hoe laat kan ik bij Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights inchecken?
Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 16.00 uur.
Tot hoe laat kan ik bij Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights uitchecken?
Je dient om uiterlijk 10.00 uur uit te checken.
Waar staat Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights?
Dit vakantiehuis ligt in Vilano Beach, op 0,2 km van Vilano Beach en op 4,9 km van St. George Street. Ook Tolomato River en Vilano Beach Pavilion liggen op 2 km afstand.
Beoordelingen over Beachfront Retreat | 3-Story Home | Walk to Vilano Beach | Near Nights of Lights
Beoordelingen
Uitzonderlijk
Alle weergegeven beoordelingen zijn gebaseerd op echte gastenervaringen. Alleen reizigers die een verblijf bij ons hebben geboekt, kunnen een beoordeling indienen. We verifiëren beoordelingen op basis van onze richtlijnen en plaatsen alle beoordelingen, of ze nu positief of negatief zijn.
Gastenscore: 10 - Uitstekend. 5 van 6 beoordelingen
10 - Uitstekend
5
Gastenscore: 8 - Goed. 1 van 6 beoordelingen
8 - Goed
1
Gastenscore: 6 - Redelijk. 0 van 6 beoordelingen
6 - Redelijk
0
Gastenscore: 4 - Matig. 0 van 6 beoordelingen
4 - Matig
0
Gastenscore: 2 - Ontzettend slecht. 0 van 6 beoordelingen
2 - Ontzettend slecht
0
9,0
Netheid
9,4
Locatie
Beoordelingen
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Susanne G.
9 aug 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Great Family House!
A beautiful beach house for families!
Susanne G.
6 nachten verbleven in juli 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Mark T.
10 jul 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Nice Home with Amazing Sunrise and Sunsets
A lovely beach house at one of the best beaches in Florida. Would love to stay there again in the future.
Mark T.
9 nachten verbleven in juni 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Tracey W.
20 jul 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Beautiful views, close to beach!
We had a great time at Beautiful by the Sea! It’s a huge house with plenty of space for everyone! Lots of decks to enjoy the views! Easy check in and communication! We loved how close we were to St Augustine! Great week!
Tracey W.
7 nachten verbleven in juli 2025
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Karen M.
21 jul 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Relaxing Stay At The Beach
This trip was a relaxing stay at the beach. We enjoyed cooking breakfast in the well equiped kitchen every morning before we spent a wonderful few morning hours on the beach. The beach access was close anx conveniently located. The beach wasn't crowded like others we have stayed at. After a quick lunch, we all took showers and got ready in the spacious bathrooms. All the beds were comfortable and we felt like we were at home. The house is located near all attractions and is close to St Augustine shopping district. We loved the outdoor shower that made it easy to remove the sand before entering the house. Our family loved this house and the area and look forward to a future stay here.
Karen M.
7 nachten verbleven in juli 2024
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Dan F.
25 nov 2024
Positief: Communicatie, accuraatheid advertentie
Florida wedding
Property needs updating. From door handles to microwave, hot water system or controls, and deep cleaning. Windows and blinds also need cleaning.
Dan F.
3 nachten verbleven in november 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Judy E.
10 dec 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Ocean visible. Entertainment areas were great indoor and outdoor. Activities were very close by. We are all over sixty, but act like kids!