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Pets love The Mermaid Cottage....and we love your pets.
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Newly refreshed upper deck with peek-a-boo views of the ocean.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
St Augustine, FL
  • Butler Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • St. Augustine Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Anastasia State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd


Escape to the beach for the best vacation ever. 3 bdrm 2 bath private beach-side home is reminiscent of the rich history of the St Augustine and East Coast beach homes. It has been deeply remodeled for comfort and the most modern conveniences to help create a special vacation experience. And it is all on one level (one bedroom has four steps).
The Mermaid Cottage is located in a quiet, highly regarded and admired beach neighborhood with a laid-back atmosphere that allows you and your family to spend lots of time enjoying this nature filled beach location. Established in an eclectic mix of old Florida cottages and contemporary homes, it is just one block from one of the several deeded beach access walk-on boardwalks leading to one of the best beaches on the East Coast. It is on a full lot that runs from one street to another providing additional privacy, free parking and access. We are pet friendly and children love this cottage. (Remind them to count the mermaids and enter their count in the guest book.) There is a one time pet fee. Just include pets when telling us how many family members or friends.
There are several desk areas in this home to work or learn remotely. The WiFi is super fast fiber optic and extremely reliable and secure.
Relax listening to the ocean on the covered porch overlooking the completely fenced front yard or enjoy the backyard deck for grilling, entertaining, relaxing and sunning. In addition, there is an upper deck that is perfect for sunning, entertaining and enjoying the ocean breezes and views. You are an easy 3-minute stroll to the beach and less than a mile from the intra-coastal waterway and Windswept Beach Park with children’s playground and fitness track. You are 7 miles from historic downtown St. Augustine on A1A, 2 miles from the AMP and Marineland is just 10 miles south on A1A.
The open Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen floor plan allows The Mermaid Cottage to live big and easily all on one floor. The Living Room has a 46” HD satellite TV, two sofas (one is a queen size bed sofa). There is also a fully stocked desk area complete with printer. (Located by the slider door so you can listen to the ocean while you work.) All bedrooms have extremely comfortable beds. The MB has a king size bed and a 40” HD TV. The second bedroom has two twin beds with a kit to easily convert them to a king size bed. The third bedroom (which is actually a 2nd Master Bdrm) has a king bed, sitting area with love seat, HD TV and another desk area (perfect for conference calls or quieter work or school). The two master bedrooms are located on different ends of the house making it a great house for two couples or older children. All bedrooms have blackout drapes to help ensure a great nights sleep. Our home is fully equipped, very comfortable and very well decorated with lots of original art. A large, newly remodeled and fully equipped kitchen allows you to easily prepare meals at home when you choose.
We’ve provided lots of little extras to make your vacation memorable and the most fun.
We are very “hands on” with our property and make The Mermaid Cottage our home during the winter. The Pearl Cottage next door is often available to rent at the same time for larger family/friend gatherings at the beach. It provides another opportunity to vacation with friends and family and still have privacy. The two backyards can open to one another when rented together. The pearl listing number on VRBO is #726115. Please read our reviews. We work hard to maintain our homes and make sure that our guests have an enjoyable experience.
You will love the Mermaid Cottage and the beach and the neighborhood, feeling right at home immediately (we hear this over and over from our guests). Whether you are here to Work, Stay or Play, we want you to relax and enjoy our home and your St. Augustine vacation experience, create memories and return year after year.

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Property manager

Deborah Reeves
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a quiet neighborhood and parties are strictly prohibited.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in Butler Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, this holiday home is near theme parks and near 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.
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St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Butler Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Butler Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mangos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Beach, Butler Beach State Park and Matanzas River. St. Augustine Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay for our family!!

The host was amazing and responsive! Great location. Perfect house for our family and pets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

March getaway

Good locationGreat front porchGREAT PATIOloved the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Perfect vacation

Totally enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Cottage it was so homey and well kept. Can’t wait to go back!! Easy access to beach, stores and restaurants!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect fit

My family of five had a great stay at the Mermaid Cottage. Everyone had plenty of space, enjoyed the homey beach vibe, and loved the close beach access. Deborah is a very responsive host. We would not hesitate to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya O.

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

mini vacation

We had a wonderful time while visiting St. Augustine Beach. The Mermaid Cottage was very cozy and clean, the neighborhood was quiet, and the weather was perfect. We had no issues and would highly recommend to others looking for a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Quaint, unique home for a short visit to the beach.

Although this seems like an odd lead in, they had all the light switches labeled. If you have ever been to an unlabeled house, you know the fun of trying to which switch is which. Kudos and thank you, to the hosts, for that. Mermaid Cottage challenges you to find the mermaids in the cottage. Plan to stay a week, to accomplish this, lol. The host(s) were wonderful and accomodating. And the listing tells you most everything you need to know about this home. Short walk to the beach, but note, the boardwalk to get there has stairs up and down. Only you know if that will be challenging for anyone in your party. You are close to St. Augustine city, nearby local eateries(too many to list). Head to the south and you will find unique places. You can swm with dolphins, at Marineland and enjoy the company of alligators at
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias R.

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

Relaxing time

The house is very nice and functional and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Beach house

We love the area and how peaceful it is!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Mermaid house

House was very clean. Neighborhood was nice and quiet. Very close to the beach. We loved the decor of the house. Mattresses were comfortable. We will definitely be returning. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Best Location

The house was well stocked and the layout was perfect for our family. Plenty of towels and extra pillows/blankets. The beach was a very short walk away. We walked to the beach in the morning and at night with our 4 and 5 year old. The beach is not crowded at all. There was a tide pool that the kids loved. My in-laws and our nephew came on our second day there and they loved it as well. We are talking renting both houses next year. It's honestly our favorite place we have stayed in as a family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Family vacation

The cottage was wonderful! Loved the garage for storing the beach equipment and the rooftop area was a plus! Short walk to the beach made it more delightful! Home was clean and a/c worked great! Host always responded within minutes! Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ty O.

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

Perfect Location

I rented this house for my parents, my sister, and my brother and his two teens. I rented The Pearl next door for myself, my husband, my teens and their two friends. Everything was perfect! In fact, we never even needed to contact the owner for anything. This house fit everyone comfortably, and is in the perfect location - a quiet neighborhood with easy, quick access to the beach. I love that it’s not right in the hustle and bustle off of A1A near the pier (we’ve stayed in that area before and found the beach too crowded). This neighborhood is near a quieter part of the beach, but close enough to the busy part to make it easy to drive over their for the farmer’s market, Beachcomber, etc. The house itself is casual and comfortable. We spent a lot of time on the porch and looking at the plants in the gorgeous back yard. We appreciated the parking in the back and the front of the house. We kept the fence gate between the Mermaid and The Pearl open and just bopped back and forth between houses as necessary. If you have a bigger group, renting both houses was perfect- we could be together but also had our respective spaces if needed. All in all a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Mermaid Cottage

Excellent beach home. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

corrine e.

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

Family quick getaway

Property was perfect and the location was amazing since we arw a surf family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita W., Manhattan Bch

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

Rendezvous at The Mermaid Cottage

Our family gathered at the Mermaid Cottage for a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing stay. We found it charming, comfortable and well equipped!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C., Fort White,Fl

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

Beach

Absolutely beautiful place. Close to beach, quiet peaceful place. O now I wish I could have stayed longer our pups love to freedom of the fenced yard. Will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

steve a.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing vacation

Disappointing vacation rental!!!! Found floors to be filthy throughout the cottage, the bottom of our feet were literally black day 1 from walking around inside the cottage, bathrooms not the cleanest, cob webs on walls near bed in master, 2 dead roaches found in the hallway near back bath, and lastly had we known our view off the front porch was going to be of the 2 dumps directly across the street we certainly wouldn’t have booked!!!! We have booked thru VRBO for decades and never have felt so disappointed in a rental!! We had waited nearly 2 years for this vacation and quite honestly it’s so upsetting for us to reflect back on.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

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

Charming house

The Mermaid Cottage was a wonderfully charming house. The homeowner was very nice and communicated with us well. Our stay happened to fall during Hurricane Nicole and she made sure we were comfortable staying there during the storm. It was very windy and wet but we always felt safe. The beach is awesome in the wind!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

Lovely mermaid cottage.

My wife and I, son and daughter-in-law and their two children five and seven-year-old girls as well as one large dog Golden Greyhound mix... We all had a great time. The beach was easy access and the house was beautiful. The granddaughters appreciated the mermaid hunt and the dog the fenced in yard as well as easy access to long walks. We enjoyed the recommendations from the owners for restaurant choices. We all enjoyed the visit to fort Matanzas. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M., Fuquay Varina

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

Great place

This house is great for many reasons, not in any particular order. 1. Clean 2. Pet friendly 3. Close to the beach 4. Plenty of amenities 5. Easy check-in The photos online fool you in a good way. The house was bigger than I expected. Front porch was great to sit on any time of the day and a nice back patio also.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Great Place to Stay!

The family really enjoyed our stay! The house was close to the beach and had all the amenities needed for a wonderful vacation. The dog was also super happy with the front yard and porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

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

Excellent stay

Loved the house and the location! Will definitely plan to stay here next time we’re in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Powhatan

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

Such a cute beach house that was perfect for our family

Everything was great! It was our families first time staying and was surprised how well stocked the kitchen was to be able to cook full meals, only a short walk to beach and within a friendly neighborhood. Hurricane Ian occurred 2 days before we were booked and was skeptical if our trip would even happen but Deborah communicated well with us and made us feel comfortable about still visiting. I hope we are able to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Family and dog friendly

This home was amazing. The location was absolutely perfect. The proximity to the beach was awesome. I liked that it was in a quiet neighborhood but easy access to everything. The house itself was clean and great space for everyone to have their space. I would recommend this to anyone and would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean S., Cahrlotte, NC

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

Beautiful Beach House

I wish we stayed longer to really enjoy the property, beach and surrounding St Augustine. We only stayed two nights and (personally) it was a lot of prep for that short time! I would suggest that if you have elderly guests traveling with you, take your car and drive to the beach. St Augustine beach is very, very wide and the distance from house to beach is a hike! Also, St Johns County offers FREE wheelchair rentals for beach riding. Overall, we had a nice visit. This place is great for longer term vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Deborah Reeves

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George & Deborah live in the mountains of NC. George just retired from a career as a general contractor and still uses his skills to remodel and maintain our homes. He is an accomplished musician and can be found playing often in St. Augustine. He is also a wood worker and bee keeper. Deborah recently retired from decades of owning salon/spas, is an avid gardner, stained glass artist and assistant bee keep. We live a sustainable lifestyle in our 100+ year old farmhouse in the mountains of Cashiers, NC.

Why they chose this property

George and I love the beach. We were both raised on east coast beaches and although we love living in the mountains of NC, we missed the coast. We always dreamed of owning a beach house. We've spent many hours and dreams designing and redesigning the quintessential beach get-away. We believe that we have created that special place to retreat, relax and recharge....the perfect 'memory building' spot to share with family, grandchildren and friends.
We have also found it very satisfying to restore and keep some of the original beach cottages close to as they were only much more modern and comfortble. So many of these cottages are being replaced with large tall homes and although they are beautiful we appreciate the beach as we remember it . And we are happy to be sharing it with you and your family and pets.

What makes this property unique

We love grabbing a beach chair and just walking the short distance to the beach ramp.....less than 3 minutes. The ramp is built over the dunes and we enjoy looking at the plantings and creatures that live in the dunes. The beach is one of the widest on the east coast and we are always awed by it. It's a casual beach which we find very relaxing. Pets are allowed on a leash and we enjoy watching people and their pets. We are so close to Dtwn St. Augustine , the oldest city in the U.S. It takes minutes to drive Dtwn and enjoy all the site seeing, shops, architecture and great dining. We are always passing ghost tours and one of these days I'm going to take one. I highly recommend taking the trolley tour of DT.

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