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Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants

Escape to an oceanfront retreat where you can catch fish right outside your door and cook them up at the barbeque grill or head out for great eats at nearby restaurants.

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On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants

Peaceful and serene on the edge of the beautiful Atlantic, Casa Pelicanos Beach House's fabulous location allows you to enjoy endless ocean views from the windows and doors and its sprawling balcony space. Walk directly out your back door down the dune to the beach. A short 10 minute drive from historic Saint Augustine, and only five minutes to Vilano Beach with a full service Publix and several great restaurants. Or if you don't want to drive, just walk 1/4 mile up the beach to the Reef restaurant or across the street to Cap's on the intercoastal waterway.

This 3-bed, 3-bathroom beach house for up to 8 guests is a perfect family home. Ideal for a group or two families traveling together. The ground floor bedroom in Casa Pelicanos is like a separate guest suite. It features its own kitchenette, private living area with its own 50” HDTV (Roku, BluRay/DVD players) and a comfy queen bed for two. Whether two people in your group like to sleep late, or you have older parents with a slightly different itinerary, this is a fantastic two-for-one vacation rental.

On the patio outside the ground floor you'll find a barbeque for cooking the fresh fish from the ocean fish you can catch yourself right in back of the house on the beach or buy locally. The backyard sitting area, flows directly out on to the dune and down to the beach.

Upstairs, the living room is on the second level (so you get even better ocean views). All new elegant rattan furniture with a unique twist, with matching dining, lounge and entertainment areas combined in an open plan. Soaring ceilings with new leaf style fans. There's of course free wireless Internet throughout, and another 50" HDTV.

The dining area flows into the kitchen. The kitchen is a large gourmet kitchen with up close ocean view, enclosed laundry, and walk-in pantry - stocked with all the appliances, cooking equipment, silverware, plates, dishes, cups etc that you'll ever need. A breakfast bar has for barstools, just above a huge stretch of kitchen countertop. The U-shaped kitchen is spacious: just remember to glance up at the ocean view as you move easily between fridge, oven and dishwasher. A washer and dryer are also included (we're guessing you'll use a lot of beach towels and we've stocked those for you too)

The second floor also features a bedroom with two twin beds. Between the bedroom and kitchen is a newly remodeled bathroom, with elegant shower, leopard color basin sink, lighted mirror, and bidet toilet.

A wraparound deck and 40 feet of windows looking right at the beach will mesmerize you. Outside on the main deck there are sturdy yet comfortable patio furniture, an outdoor dining table.

Upstairs, the master bedroom continues the soothing beach palette. On the third floor you get an even better view of the ocean below. A private balcony gives you a sunrise all to yourself (or you might lazily enjoy it through the window from bed). The master bathroom is newly remodeled with stunning onyx blue tile, dual showers with side squirters and wands, blue basin sinks, lighted mirrors, and a bidet toilet.

All together the three bedrooms have a king bed in the master bedroom, queen on the ground floor, and two twins (plus an extra sleeper sofa in the loft area outside the mater bedroom, should you need it).

Casa Pelicanos is on a quiet stretch of the scenic highway A1A so you can head north up the gorgeous coast to Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra or south to St. Augustine, charming Flagler Beach and onward to popular Daytona. But you won't find a better beach anywhere. Just bring your sunscreen and enjoy!

All amenities and nice vacation-extras are within minutes. Charming Vilano beach has a Publix, restaurants and shops. Want to have your cake and eat it too? It's just 104 miles to Disney World. You can get up, enjoy the ocean sunrise, have a family breakfast and still make it to Orlando before Magic Kingdom opens.

Your time at Casa Pelicanos promises to be a vacation of incomparable quality.

Update December 2024

The dune and beach was restored by the US Army Corps of Engineers in Sept of 2023, so the dune and beach are big.

The house was freshly painted inside and out, also in Sept 2023. After that, in 2024, we remodeled the middle and master bathrooms, with delightful results. We also replaced all the furniture on the main level with a unique and beautiful collection of rattan called The New Twist.

Property manager

Kelly Evans

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Castle Otttis - 7 min walk
  • Vilano Beach - 13 min walk
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 8 min drive
  • St. George Street - 10 min drive
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaches at Vilano - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Kate's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cap's On The Water - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Drakes Bistro - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vilano Beach vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Usina Beach and Vilano Beach. Tolomato River and Castle Otttis are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Breathtaking Beach Front Home Minutes From Historic St Augustine & Restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 116 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Beautiful house and view. Private beach and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smith family
Great location. Spectacular view of ocean.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
This place was perfect for us. The hosts were awesome answering questions right away. There were 3 of us and we each had our own floor and bathroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kandi W., West Lafayette, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Vacation
We truly enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for our family and our needs/wants. Beautiful beach. Property owner was super nice and very responsive to any questions we had. We would recommend this property to family and friends!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Ktistie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
The location of this property was awesome! The beach was right off the deck and it was minutes from all the attention. There were some concerns with the house but the owner was very willing to help.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary A., The Villages, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach front location
Very enjoyable experience. Owner took extra precautions due to the COVID.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rubye C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Oceanfront House
This house is ideal for your many needs, it has three levels with a bedroom on each level, one of the bedrooms is on ground level with access to the beach. Well stocked, very clean, my family really had a wonderful experience there. Highly recommended. ,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views and perfect location!
Casa Pelicanos was the perfect house for our family vacation! The views from all 3 levels were stunning--no bad location to watch the sunrise without even having to step outside! The 3 levels provided the perfect amount of space for each of our family members. The host truly thought of everything we needed - from power strips all over to a water filter in the kitchen and plenty of other helpful items on hand. The location was perfect - very easy to get to the grocery, restaurants and historic St. Augustine. We definitely hope to come back for another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellese C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
We had a wonderful week here! There was nothing better than waking up to the sunrise on the beach right outside our doors. We pretty much had the beach to ourselves (mid July)! We surfed everyday and had the best stay here! Extremely convenient for kids. We had 4! I highly recommend! God bless!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prime Beach Location
Winter getaway vacation with beach at the doorstep and St Augustine down the road. The weather was perfect for R&R. We aren’t nightlife people but it was there if you wanted. The space was way more than 2 people needed. Well stocked. I want to come back with my family!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerrilyn B., Vienna, va

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Yellow House
A wonderful beach house. Cozy, huge kitchen, plenty of space, especially love the covered porch and table on the deck. Not many places have a table outside. The owner was great and quick to respond when I had a question for him. An outside shower would be a great addition one day.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The home is spacious and comfortable. The location cannot be beat, right on the beach. The outdoor space with a covered area on the bottom floor, spacious deck on the main and third floor balcony are wonderful. We all enjoyed shelling, hunting for sharks teeth and relaxing. There were two turtle nests close to the home, but it was still too early for hatching. There are great restaurants within minutes, especially Caps on the Water. Publix is also very convenient. Overall we found the home a perfect fit for our multi-generational family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view with super quiet beach
The overall layout of the house was great. Super nice view of the ocean from inside the house, and bedrooms on east side of house. Street noise was loud for those on the west side of the house. Great kitchen. Living room furniture and kitchen chairs could use a little loving. Run the dehumidifier and the house felt dryer inside and not as musty. Owner was very responsive to any time we notified him and got back to us very quickly. We would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Attleigh L., Bloomington, IL

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and view.”
My family of 7 loved this beach house, it was spacious and perfect for us. My only down fall was the overall cleanliness of the property. I believe it needs a deep clean and check the functionality of the entire house, there were bathroom doors that didn’t close. There was trash behind the loft bed, there were stains and dirty marks on multiple beds/bedding. The beds were the most uncomfortable beds ever slept in. The location and view was perfect, just wish the property was cleaner. We would definitely stay here again if we see future reviews of the cleanliness being subpar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Carpentersville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!!
Best Vrbo Ever! Beautiful view, very clean, and a perfect beach home. The pictures were 100% accurate. The owner of the property is easily accessible, and answered my online questions quickly. The property manager was equally accessible, my only question was what they wanted to us to do when we left. We appreciated not having to purchase conveniences like dishwasher soap as we have in the past at other properties. I got up early to watch the sunrise every day, such a special treat. We are completely refreshed after our vacation. We already know we would like to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mary E B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrible house!!
There were roaches and the house was not clean....TERRIBLE BEDS! ROOF LEAKED SO BAD IN THE LOFT THAT TBE KIDS MSTRESSES GOT SOAKED. VRBO NOR THE PROPERTY MANAGER WOULD DO ANYTHING TO COMPENSATE US FOR HAVING A 2 BR RATHER THAN A 3 BR! DO NOT RENT THIS HOUSE ITS A DUMP!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Amber C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Terribly disappointed and upset.
Not even worth delving into all the detail, as I numerous poor reviews have already done. I unfortunately missed them by trusting the verified host and 4.7 star review. Please listen to all of the reviews about cleanliness. Entire property was misleading for more reasons than just that. Ended up having to stay somewhere else as a result. I really don’t have much more I want to say, the host will be writing a bad review in response to this as they’ve already informed me. I’m not some property witch-hunter, not out to ruin reputations, I only know what I could see first-hand. I was just trying to enjoy a vacation with my family and was hardly able to. Just use this as a sign to take bad reviews into account as well as the good.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

james w.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation 2023
First of all I would like to start by saying, we vacation every year, for last seven years in Vilano. We always rent a house on the beach. The house itself and location are Great! It could have been a little cleaner. There was sand on the living room furniture, the twin beds on 2nd floor were very poorly made to the point of wondering how clean they were. Bed spreads definitely need washing or replacing. Sand was on the floors of every floor. The porches and railings are infested with spiders. Place just needs a good ol fashion cleaning. I am usually not so critical, but the property was empty for two days before we arrived. With that being said, we asked about an earlier check in time other than 5pm. I was told "if there not any vehicles in the driveway the cleaning people are gone." We could've checked in at noon. When we checked out at 10am, the cleaning guy was already there. Bottom line is property owner could be a little bit more involved. Location is great! We did have a good vacation, but will not book this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Extremely Dirty
We communicated extensively with the owner prior to booking to get confirmation on the cleanliness of the house because I suffer from asthma and the insisted the house was spotless, we arrived at the house around 7 PM with our two young children to find the house in a deplorable condition. There is mold on the counters and on the floor, dead bugs on the floor, sheets smelled really bad and had dirt all over them, old food was sitting on the fire extinguishers, chair covers were extensively stained, the fabric sofa stank of cigarette etc. We called the owner to share this information and inquire if their housekeeper can return only to be met with a very antagonist owner at the other end of the phone. They were extremely upset that we were calling to tell them this and they started to use profanity and insisted we get out of the house immediately. We feared for our safety. We had no where to go at that time and told them we would leave first thing the next morning. Which we did and stayed at a resort. They did agree to issues a full refund and they did.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Spring Break 2015
We had an awesome time at the yellow house on the beach! The absolute best part was the view! Your backyard was the ocean, and the layout of the house was perfect for enjoying the view as much as possible. It was great for two families with teenagers and young children. You could have privacy, if desired, or plenty of room to hang out together. The kitchen is a good size with plenty of space for everyone to eat. Most of the days we basically set up camp on the beach and spent hours just enjoying the view. The teenagers tried out surfing for the first time and the younger one chased birds and built sand castles. The house is located a short distance to Publix and several restaurants. Caps was a favorite. It's a great place to watch the sunset, but go early because its gets very crowded. Also, St. Augustine Beach is not too far and is a good place to explore. Two good restaurants are Salt Life Food Shack and Sunset Grille. Kelly and Janel were very accessible and made booking the house extremely easy. We had a couple questions after we arrived and there was no problem getting in touch with them. We were also able to check in a little early, which made everyone happy after the drive from Atlanta. We all had a great time at the yellow house. Our five year old said it was the best vacation ever! We are planning on going back as soon as possible. We would certainly recommend this house to friends and family.

2/10 Terrible

Christine S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Call to owner regarding cleanliness results in being asked to leave
Whilst I have never written a review before, our experience with holiday rentals is extensive. My husband and I have successfully used VRBO for many years and previously used property agencies in the US and abroad. We currently have 3 holiday rentals booked thru June 2022. I have been reluctant to write a review on this property, but felt I must corroborate the person whose experience was so traumatic. The past year has been so debilitating, it is hard to be critical of anything or anyone. My husband and I booked this property for a 2 week holiday in September 2020. Because the booking info states that the renter is responsible for any damage, after we arrived we did an inventory and reviewed the condition of the property. What we found was subpar. I called the owner to inquire about their local management company and was met with exasperation and hostility. I tried to explain the issues that we found (photos can be provided), but in the background a woman’s voice was yelling that we must LEAVE IMMEDIATELY. I cajoled and explained that we were just trying to be helpful and protect our financial interest and after much time the owner, Kelly, agreed to let us stay IF we did not write a review. I can not imagine what we would have done for 2 weeks in the midst of a pandemic. We flew almost 2000 miles. I realize that not everyone’s cleaning procedures would be what I expect of my housekeeper, but there was so much wrong: dining room and loft ceiling fans could not be used due to dust, the vents in guest bedroom and stairwell were moldy, fridge/coffee maker/toaster/microwave all dirty, upholstery stained and dirty, no respectable cookware, the south side of property riddled with construction material, no good beach chairs/umbrellas, upper bedroom veranda door did not lock, melted red gummie bear under upholstered sofa cushions, broken leather sofa, one hob knob did not turn off completely, dirty grill, ants at kitchen sink. I used the hoover on the upper level to pick up sand, and it’s so filled with dirt, that it needs cleaned! We did stay because the location is terrific – right on the water, quiet, surprisingly very clean bathrooms, comfortable veranda furniture, and lots of beach towels. BUT folks looking for a holiday location should keep in mind that calling the owner may result in the wrath of being evicted. I have much more to write regarding the property during a Nor'easter, but the space does not allow.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cant beat this location
Stayed at the house the week of Milton and I was sad to have to check out early because the house was nice and right on the beach! Fully stocked with everything you would need. The property manager was friendly and understanding and allowed us to cancel late due to the hurricane. I would stay here again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Getaway – Clean, Beautiful, and Ideal Location!
My family and I had an absolutely fantastic stay at this beautiful beach house! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by how clean and well-maintained the home was. It had everything we needed and more, making it easy to settle in and relax. The location was unbeatable—just steps away from the beach with stunning views of the water, and close to wonderful shops and fantastic restaurants. The hosts were incredibly attentive and made sure everything was perfect for our stay, ensuring we felt welcome and comfortable. We spent our days enjoying the pristine beach and clear water, and it was the perfect spot for our family getaway. We can't recommend this place enough and are already looking forward to returning for our next vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beach vacation
We had the most amazing and relaxing time at Casa Pelicanos! The house is very accommodating and had everything we needed including the most amazing bathrooms! There were beach supplies available for my kids and we all enjoyed swimming in the ocean all day and then watching movies together at night! Perfect stay and had everything we needed and PM was very helpful as needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location, Awesome Beach house!
The property is exactly as pictured! The downstairs apartment is so convenient for those who are traveling with you and want their privacy (grandparents, couples, etc). The open floor plan on the main level offers tons of space for everyone. We had a party of 4 and really appreciated the spaciousness! Location to the beach cannot be beat! So close to the house you don't even need to cart a cooler, just run up to the house for anything you need. We have stayed at four different beach houses through the years on Vilano Beach and this one, by far, exceeds them all! All the beds were comfortable, beach towels were available for use in the laundry closet, there were some beach toys under the balcony at ground level that were left from other guests. However, bring your own beach chairs and umbrella, those are not provided. Location to downtown St. Augustine is less than 10 minutes away. Definitely try Vinnie's pizzeria over the bridge, it's far better than the pizzeria next to Publix and stays open longer!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024