Entire home

Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

Photo gallery for Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

Living area
Beach
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12266.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Saint Augustine, FL
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Butler Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

Whales Rest

Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'

Updated Secluded Beachfront Home | Sleeps 12 | Spectacular Views | Multiple Balconies | Gas Grill | Outdoor Dining | Washer & Dryer | Beach Gear Included

Escape to Whales Rest, a luxurious beachfront retreat where Old Florida charm meets modern comfort. Perfect for large families or multiple groups traveling together, this stunning home comfortably sleeps 12 and offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the water. With private beach access, a natural sand dune, multiple balconies, and spacious outdoor dining areas, this home is designed for relaxation, connection, and making unforgettable memories.

Unbeatable Location & Outdoor Bliss
•Expansive beachfront deck with ample seating and a private wooden bridge leading directly to the soft sandy beach.
•Natural sand dune provides a scenic, untouched coastal landscape for a truly secluded feel.
•Multiple covered and uncovered balconies, ideal for enjoying the ocean breeze with your morning coffee or an evening cocktail.
•Spacious outdoor dining area, perfect for al fresco meals with stunning ocean views.
•Gas grill available for cookouts and sunset barbecues.
•Complimentary beach gear: Boogie boards, beach chairs, and more for endless fun in the surf.

Spacious, Updated Interiors – Sleeps 12
•Large, open-concept living and dining area with plenty of seating for family gatherings.
•Fully equipped gourmet kitchen featuring modern appliances and ample counter space to make meal prep a breeze.
•Variety of sleeping options ensures comfort for all, making this home ideal for two families or a large group traveling together.

Nearby Attractions & Activities
•Explore historic St. Augustine, just a short drive away, with its cobblestone streets, shopping, and cultural landmarks.
•Enjoy dining at waterfront restaurants just minutes away, featuring fresh seafood and breathtaking views.
•Outdoor lovers can take advantage of nearby parks, nature trails, and watersports for an unforgettable adventure.

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Two Blink cameras one at the front door, looking out and down the stairs, and one down by the garage looking over the driveway. Both exterior cameras, none on the backside

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in Crescent Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. George Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Saint Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Butler Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Matanzas Inlet - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 12 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casa Benedetto's Ristorante - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Commander's Shellfish Camp - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crescent Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Matanzas River, Crescent Beach and Butler Beach. Butler Beach State Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

April R.

A comfortable beachfront get away!

Our family loved staying here! The full kitchen, abundance of beds, and lovely view of the ocean from the window covered back wall of the living space made for a comfortable and relaxing experience as we visited St. Augustine for the first first time. Thank you to our hosts!!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy I.

Awesome Vacation

Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kayla D.

We enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our stay here! Great house for the price. However beach access is a bit difficult especially for young children, elders and others with health issues. Great space plenty of room for our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Caitlin L.

Beach Haven

We enjoyed our stay. Our whole family was able to stay together and we were very comfortable! It met all of our expectations!

10/10 Excellent

Alexa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as described

Great vacation for our family! The house was perfect & had tons on space along with everything described! It was in great location & the beachfront views & intercostal were amazing! Only issue was the walk down to beach was steep, but option to use the neighborhood’s walkway helped! We hope to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila N.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Whales Rest

Clean, comfortable and perfect for our group of 9
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

joanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whales Rest

very nice casual property; location cannot be beat. Loved the family feel of the space. One of the downstairs bedroom smelled a tad mildewy, as though it had some water leak at some point, but the rest of the spot was terrific. We'd love to return.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Perfect Getaway!

Our stay at this adorable beachfront rental in Crescent Beach, Florida, was nothing short of perfect. The house itself was so charming—decorated with thoughtful touches that made it feel like a home filled with years of happy memories. You could tell that this is a home that invites a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The location couldn’t have been more convenient. Just a short drive from the heart of historic downtown St. Augustine, we enjoyed the best of both worlds: quiet, peaceful beachfront living and easy access to the vibrant culture and history of the city. It was the ideal blend for anyone looking to relax but still explore nearby attractions. Especially perfect for multi generational family vacations as this location has something for everyone. What truly set this place apart was how tranquil the area was. Crescent Beach is such a hidden gem—away from the crowds, so quiet and serene, with the only sounds being the waves and the occasional seabird. We felt so fortunate to have direct access to the beach, where we spent much of our time walking and playing on the beach, soaking in the sunrise, and being able to enjoy the ocean breeze right from the deck. Our two young kids (9 & 4) are already asking when we are going back! Overall, this was a dreamy escape, and we can’t wait to return. It was truly the perfect getaway!

8/10 Good

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location Great

The location of the home is great, although the trek over the dunes can take effort if you aren't sure-footed. Home is clean, appears that the family is renovating this multi-generational house. It is functional. We did have a few critters, but expected in temperate locations that are under renovation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Flor M.

A bit upset

We booked OK then we got relocated twice and both through email specially the second one hours before our arrival but no phone call it was very upsetting. The place was great is was just the access to the beach it was not an easy task for our elderly mom to go to the beach but we managed. I also left something behind and I need to know how I can get it back, I will make arrangements to make it easy to mail it to me if possible?
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Jennifer D.

Renter beware!!! Don’t waste your money!

Problems started at arrival. To start there was a bag of trash left on the kitchen counter but I’m not sure where the trash was from because the cleaning crew was way subpar. Trash and personal items left under furniture and dusting could have been done better by my 5 year old. I could have dealt with those issues but the fact that the house had spiders and roaches was outrageous! We had to spend $20 each morning on coffee bc the coffee maker had tiny bugs coming out of it as well. I contacted the “help line” 5 times during our stay and received promises of the local contact to call me which never happened. Those were the reasons I requested a refund and told them I would leave from day 1. Now onto the convince issues and misleadings. Out of the 5 bedrooms only 1 had a tv, there was also one in the living area; you had to use streaming apps on both. 3 bedrooms had closet only 2 had dresser drawers and one of the rooms it was piled full of random items and was unusable. The house pictures online show a house that is outdated but kept; that is NOT what you get with this house. Stains and rust covered the drop ceilings, the wiring had issues (sometimes lights would work other times they would not), the driveway had not been kept up with and in turn our cars were scratched by the bushes/trees that lined the entry. Now onto the beach access: if you have a member of your group that has leg/back issues you will have to drive down the road to public access where you can drive on the beach. There IS a walkway but you have to walk up and down a very steep hill (made of loose sand of course) it is passable but difficult. Good points: the bed situation was convenient for our circumstances, as mentioned before you can drive on the beach and you are near the public access. Also it’s only about 20 mins away from downtown which is amazing! The beach is great! Tons of space and not crowded at all. Would definitely visit the area again but would NOT stay in this rental or any others managed by this company.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The house was perfect for us. Great beach house with everything you need. Getting to the beach over the dune is a little bit of a task but worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Celebration

The property was just as described. Had a fun comfortable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Vacasa of Florida

Host profile image

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests