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Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean!

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Beachside Bungalow!
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Foyer
Living Room
TV / Fireplace

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Vilano Beach, Florida
  • Vilano Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Castle Otttis
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • St. George Street
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean!

Beachside Bungalow resides in Vilano Beach, on Veterans Island. No matter where you are out here, it’s just seconds to the beach. This small, cozy home has 2 bedrooms, and 1 and a half bathrooms. Very beautifully decorated, with comfortable furniture and great colors, Beachside Bungalow is the kind of place you will tell your friends about.

Vilano Beach sits just outside the downtown historic area of St. Augustine, cross the bridge and you are there. And if you are coming from that way into town, don’t miss a drive down the magnificent Magnolia Avenue, Magnolia Avenue was named one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Streets in America by National Geographic! From there, nearby attractions will include The Old Jail, The Fountain of Youth, The Great Cross, Castillo de San Marcos, St. George Street, and more. St. Augustine itself central to the best of Florida, with day trips out to Tampa, Orlando, Daytona, Ocala, Cape Canaveral, Jacksonville, and more.

Vilano Beach itself is a great place for shell hunting. Start at the southern tip, and head north towards Ponte Vedra, through some very secluded beaches that do not get picked over as much. You can watch dolphins in the bay, spend the day fishing, boating, jet skis, and endless other beach and water activities.

Beachside Bungalow is a pet friendly rental home, for small animals. We allow for a maximum of 2 dogs. The house is no smoking indoors, and if you do smoke outside, please do not litter the yard.

You will absolutely love our escape to the sun. A brand-new home is only a few minutes' walk to the beach, giving you access to miles of tranquil, dog-friendly stretches of sand and surf. It is in a quiet residential neighborhood, perfect for bike riding and evening strolls. There are several restaurants within walking distance, downtown St. Augustine is a just quick drive over the bridge and the Publix market is right down the road. Everything you need is so conveniently located that you really will have time to enjoy your vacation.

The house is light-filled and bright with an open floor plan. The living space spills out onto both a screened, covered porch and a large open deck, giving you plenty of options for sunning, napping, eating outside or having a cocktail to unwind. Second floor living means you are in the treetops, and from there you can listen to the breezes through the leaves and the sound of the surf. It is very private while still being close to all the area's amenities.

The kitchen is generously stocked, has upgraded stainless appliances and lots of counter space. There is a large pantry to tuck away groceries, all the kitchen gadgets you could possibly need and even an electric citrus juicer for fresh orange juice in the morning. There is plenty of storage space for your cars and toys in the over-sized garage and an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day in the sun. We have stocked plenty of linens and towels for your use, comfy gel foam mattresses with soft bedding and plenty of seating, both inside and out.

There are two bedrooms and one and a half baths in this home. One bedroom has a king bed and the other has a queen, so four sleep comfortably. There is a TV in the living room, a telephone and high-speed internet all serviced through AT&T Uverse. We are just about an hour from the Jacksonville airport and amazingly easy to find.

Pack your swimsuits and flip-flops and come on down!

Property manager

Marty
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. World Golf Village and Potter's Wax Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Vilano Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castle Otttis - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St. George Street - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Flagler College - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 10 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaches at Vilano - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Kate's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cap's On The Water - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Bistro - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Newly Constructed ~ Pet Friendly ~ Steps to the Ocean! located?

Located in Vilano Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Vilano Beach and Usina Beach. Tolomato River and Castle Otttis are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janie Y.

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

Great weekend getaway!

The property was very clean and extremely comfortable. Neighborhood was nice and quiet. Short walk to the beach was awesome! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.

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

Beachside Getaway!

Beautiful home in a beautiful location. We enjoyed our stay! Marty, the host was great with communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Week getaway

We had a wonderful time. Very much needed break from life. Will definitely rent again
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

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

Just right

The size and location was just right for our family- a short walk and we were in the beach. The porch was a lovely place to take a nap-
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Awesome place!

We enjoyed the house and area. Short walk to the beach! Will definitely consider coming back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

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

Great place

Perfect for a couple or a small family. We loved the screened front porch. Beach access was very convenient!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kit W.

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

Perfect location

We loved the house, and it was only a block from the beach. Perfect location for those morning or evening walks on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Nice house very close to the beach

The house was very nice, large garage one first floor with full size washer/dryer and 1/2 bath. conveniently the outdoor shower can be gotten to right outside the back of the garage leading into the back yard. Second floor, two decent sized bedrooms, nice kitchen/living Room area well appointed Very nice screened in porch with two sets of double doors from living room to porch. Porch has two ceiling fans, one of them the pull cord fell off in my hand when attempting to adjust it. The screen door that leads to the other section of the porch (not screened in) had some rusty screws holding it in where the piston is, they gave out, looked like they had been replaced/moved before as there was evidence of other holes next to the ones that the piston was attached to. Very minor stuff, probably affected more due to close proximity to the ocean/salt water. The beach is about 200 yards away across one street, totally walkable, not crowded at all. The neighborhood is nice, took the dog out for a walk a bunch, and it's quiet. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C., Brunswick

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

Long weekend

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Repeat visit.

My husband, our beagle (George) and I love this house. This is our third visit and I am sure there will be more. Very clean, good location, nice neighbor hood (steps to the beach, close to nice restaurants). What more could you ask for?
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Mr

Great location, good privacy on the deck with trees, neighbors were very friendly as well. This rental and the neighborhood were pet friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary ann w.

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

Lovely - Peaceful Beachside Bungalow

I have rented a few bungalows in Velano Beach and this one is my absolute favorite - so much so, it will be the one I choose anytime I wish to stay at Vilano Beach (of course if it's available). I absolutely love this bungalow, the decor, the layout, the peaceful street it sits on and my absolute favorite was the long and charming patio - screened in along with comfortable furniture and ceiling fans. When I was at the bungalow that's where you could find me - morning and evening! I love birds and having trees surrounding it, I totally enjoyed the birds singing and chirping. The kitchen was great as well and the bungalow was well equipped. Close to two different beach entrances was a plus for our evening walks and very short distance to St Augustine and great restaurants. Had a great getaway and hope to do it again in the very near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara C.

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

Great neighborhood location!

Loved the Vilano Beach area. It was ideal to visit nearby family. We had fun visiting the nearby beach and restaurants. The home was clean and equipped with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Scott P.

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

Rest in Vilano

The house is beautiful with lots of space. Great location with a block walk to a beach access entrance right on the other side of 13th St. Really enjoyed sitting on the screened porch and listening to the ocean waves each night. Garage was nice, making it easy to load and unload especially when raining. Only downfall, kitchen lacked some basic pots and utensils for cooking. Definitely will book this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Back to Beachside Bungalow

This was our second visit to Beachside Bungalow. This house is very clean and well appointed. It is within steps to the beach and a five minute drive to two nice restaurants. There are seafood markets and produce stands near by for days when I prefer to cook. Downtown St.Augustine is a short drive for browsing and tourist attractions. Our dog enjoys the new sniffs in the back yard. We had a very relaxing week. So relaxing we are going back in two months.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron G., Woodstock , GA

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

Great Rental and Location

This is a perfect location for a quiet beach that is dog friendly and within a 5 min walk. The house is perfect for four adults and two dogs. We loved the screened porch area and the open planned living and kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taf S.

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

Perfect escape!

The house was a perfect fit for us. Nestled in the trees and with great outdoor patio seating. 2 minutes to the beach and quiet. Clean and tidy, we loved our stay.
Stayed 27 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome First Visit

This was our first visit to Vilano Beach. This home was a highlight of our time there. It is in the perfect setting and close to the beach, as well as St. Augustine, which was just a quick 6-minute drive over the bridge. The home is well-stocked with all you could need. Each day it felt as if we were living in the treetops! It was beautiful to sit on the screened-in porch or on the open deck. The bed in the master bedroom was extremely comfortable. Aunt Kate’s on the river was an easy walk and/or bike ride away. We had a delicious meal there and several beautiful sunsets. When we return to Vilano Beach, we look forward to renting this home again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kelley H.

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

Horribly managed.

We were unable to even get to the property as our flights were cancelled and the bridges to vilano were closed and people were evacuated due to hurricane Ian. The property manager refused any refund and stated “hope you bought insurance” I tried messaging multiple times after that to explain that we aren’t even allowed to go but he never replied again. I will NEVER rent from him again. Our other house we rented (we had the whole family going and needed 2 houses) offered a refund without me even asking.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob D., Clearwater, Florida

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

Nice property

Great house and location! Had an ant issue which isn’t unusual in Florida but the manager resolved it. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

CC G.

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

Good Beach House

Booking was a breeze and the house was comfortable for the 4 of us. Close location to the beach and stores for groceries. At. Augustine is an easy drive or Uber so plenty to go and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

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

Wonderful

Love this house second yr. Great neighborhood good for dogs Katie enjoyed it. Always clean, screen porch awesome, we felt like home both visits to this house. Short walk to beach we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin F.

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

Great location, lovely cottage

Great place and location for a short walk to a lovely beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Heather T.

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

Second Year in a Row- Still Wonderful

We love this property! The location to the beach is unparalleled. It's always clean and the garage is to die for. We wish it had another bathroom, but it's manageable! It has everything you need, bath towels, kitchen essentials, and beach goodies galore. We did have a few days of no internet, because someone unplugged the router, so make sure to check in the side table and plug it in :). We love Vilano Beach, and especially this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Cozy home away

Our family had a great time. Property had beach supplies for those families who travel long distances and cannot pack everything needed for a nice beach day. No issues with the home. Walk to the beach was within a reasonable distance and easily accessible. Pathway to beach does have a dune to walk down. We did not bring our dogs; however, if we should return, we will bring them. Home was perfect set up for dogs. And beach was VERY dog friendly! Great week away. Home felt as cozy as our own homes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marty

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Greetings from First Choice FL Vacation Rentals! We are a professional property management company, trusted by the owners of vacation homes to take care of housekeeping, reservations, maintenance, and guest care.

We live in St. Augustine and we take care of our homes and our guests! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind vacation experience in a unique property. Enjoy great service and convenience. You can trust that your home will be cleaned by professional housekeepers, and your calls will be answered by our dedicated team.

We would love to help you plan your perfect getaway!

What makes this property unique

Beachside Bungalow resides in Vilano Beach, on Veterans Island. No matter where you are out here, it’s just seconds to the beach! This small, cozy home has 2 bedrooms, and 1 and a half bathrooms.

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English

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