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Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly

Experience the most beautiful “Ocean Sunrises” anywhere in Florida. This amazing 3 bedroom, 3 bath ocean front home becomes your very own beach retreat. Take a stroll along one of the best beaches on the East Coast, enjoy spectacular views while dining or just relaxing and listening to the ocean from the many spacious decks within the property.

The open Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen floor plan with high ceilings allows this ocean retreat to live big. All bedrooms have extremely comfortable beds. The luxurious Master Bedroom suite is located upstairs and has a king size bed, sofa and a 45" TV. The on-suite has a spa tub and steam shower and amazing ocean views with its own private deck. The second bedroom has two twin beds with a kit to easily convert them to a king size bed, and the third bedroom has a queen bed. The second and third bathroom are located downstairs easily accessible from the bedrooms and primary living spaces. One of the two sofas in the living room is a very comfortable queen sofa bed. You can easily sleep up to 8 people. This well maintained home is fully equipped, very comfortable and very well decorated. You will love viewing all the unique artifacts collected from all over the world by this maritime owner. A large, fully equipped kitchen allows you to easily prepare meals at home when you choose. Enjoy the 60“ flat screen HD satellite TV, DVD Player and free wi-fi. We’ve provided lots of little extras to make your vacation memorable and the most fun and we are pet friendly so your best friend can join you on vacation. There are boogie boards, beach chairs available for your enjoyment. You are only 10 miles from Marineland and 12 minutes from historic downtown St. Augustine.

This will be your best vacation ever!



I am very hands-on owner. Owner and his dog Bindi live on the property.

Property manager

Gary Moore

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 2,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
This property uses solar energy
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

Property is also known as

Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home great Beach pet Friendly

About the neighborhood

Map
St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Butler Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crescent Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Butler Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 12 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casa Benedetto's Ristorante - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Commander's Shellfish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Butler Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Matanzas River and Butler Beach. Crescent Beach and Butler Beach State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve L., marriottsville, USA

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

Perfect…

Great location off the main drag… well done house… direct private beach access… great owner… will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Very nice week!

Enjoyed our stay. The views are amazing, and the home is well maintained. Home is very nicely decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Beach Vacation

We enjoyed a beautiful beach front home that was well-maintained & run by friendly & helpful staff. We had a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Dog & human friendly

Fascinating museum like home, with gorgeous views and on a sandy beach with water perfect for swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, or even SUPing. Multiple gate enclosures to keep dogs safe & humans relaxing. We treasured our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Winter Garden

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

Paradise Found...

We couldn't have asked for a more mystical, fantastic, slice of paradise...breathtaking views and a truly unique and fascinating home...we will be back...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

A beautiful beach house

We had a wonderful vacation at Ocean Retreat House. It was everything we hoped for. Beautiful, comfortable house, excellent beach access, beautiful beach. The back deck is spectacular. We did not spend much time in St Augustine because we were enjoying the house and beach so much. It is a very dog friendly house and beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Oceanfront Property

The house was right on the beach. It was great to hear the ocean waves hitting the beach and the view was spectacular.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

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

Didn’t Want to Leave!

This home is nice and spacious, and is situated in an area where the beachfront is pretty much your own! Our family loved staying here as it has everything you need for the perfect family vacation and is a short drive away from downtown St Augustine and area attractions. Gary was a very responsive host and our stay here couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis W.

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

Great place right on the beach

This property is a fantastic location. You can walk down the boardwalk right to the beach. The master suite has views from the bathrooms of sunset, and views from the bed of sunrise. Well equipped and spacious. There is one bedroom (master suite) on the top floor, and two bedrooms on the main floor. A quick drive into downtown and convenient for the sites.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Sunrise Heaven

Starting the day with immediate access to the sunrise and beach, made our stay most enjoyable. The home was warmly furnished, comfortable, and in a great location. Check in and check out was a breeze. We will definitely return. Thank you Gary and Vanessa.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Reunion at Ocean Retreat

My family and I really enjoyed this property. Right on the beach and a beautiful house to stay in. Gary was very easy to deal with and made sure everything was working properly. We would consider staying again. Thanks Gary
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette M., Fort Myers, Florida

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

The week of R & R flew by ...

This is a picturesque hide-away with amazing views of the ocean and the sunrises are inspirational. Gary is truly a 'superior host' who is available and responsive! I wish the week didn't go so fast! I would highly recommend without reservation to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krutika S.

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

Gem on Crescent Beach!!!

Wow! There are not enough great things to say about this property. We traveled as a family with our beloved pup. The house is like a museum, look in every corner, on every wall and there’s a new artifact, painting, or beautiful object. This property is steps from the beach and there are two decks (one off master bedroom and the main deck) that you can enjoy. You don’t have to bring a thing - the entire house is fully furnished and the kitchen stocked with all the things you may need! The beach was splendid!! We can’t wait to come again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Best Ever

My family loved this home and we are eager to return. It was so comfortable and ocean views from the living, dining and two bedrooms. It is obvious that the owner puts a lot of love and care into this home. You literally step out the door onto the private boardwalk onto the beach. The beach is huge. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking meals in. It is actually better equipped than my kitchen at home. The owner was easy to work with. We look forward to our next trip.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

Unique beach getaway *perfect*

The property is unique in many ways as others reviewed. The art work is awesome. The layout and view of the ocean from 2 story windows is the center piece of the house with 2 patios along with the private walk way over the dunes to the beach. Expect stairs, thats the main thing walking up to the house, if course second floor master suite, and down to the beach. Kitchen has everything you need, plenty of space, ability to wash clothes, and grill out all you want. Also a fresh seafood market less than 3 minutes down the road. Truly loved being able to stay here! Hope to again one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan R., United States

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

Beautiful property!

What a great place to stay! House was beautifully decorated and loaded with everything needed to make you feel like you’re at home. Location was perfect! Close enough to restaurants and shopping to make it easy to go out, but separated from the multi-unit properties making it feel like we had our own private beach. Gary was great to work with, easy to communicate with, and very accommodating. My wife and I stayed with our two adult sons and one of their wives, and we all had our own private space, but there was more than enough common space for us to visit and eat together. We will definitely be back! Thanks for everything Gary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tania M.

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

Paradise

This was our quick yearly staycation getaway before school started. This house is definitely our favorite. The views from all the windows and balconies were completely breathtaking. The beach was never overly crowded and it was so convenient to have your own walkway to and from the beach. PP were accurate when saying, this house is fully equipped with all you could possibly need. It was very clean, incredibly interesting with all the unique decor and I met the host personally who was very nice. Our 5 year old pug loved the house as well. Beds were super comfortable as well. My kids enjoyed having their own bedrooms. We take yearly trips to the St. Augustine area and would love to stay in this beautiful home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

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

Beach Paradise

What our family loved most of all was that there are no high rise resorts or condos near by! The beach felt like our very own private slice of heaven! The house was exactly as pictured and is very clean (noting - I am a clean freak)! The host/owners were so accommodating and communicated with us via text/email (and even left us their phone numbers) which was nice when we had questions. The yard between the garage and the house was beautifully filled with so many gorgeous plants that we felt like we were in a sanctuary for all the local wild life. We saw turtles, frogs, baby birds, bunny rabbits, possums, lizards (of course) and so many butterflies. On the beach there is a turtle egg nest being protected that was pretty awesome too! Another amazing beach family vacation. Thank you Gary!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

The owners are very easy to work with. There was a good amount of parking. The warning about the steps is something to consider with smaller children. There are a lot of steps to get into the house and down the boardwalk, but it was really nice that we had our own private entry way to the beach and there were two stations to wash off your feet and dogs. Fair warning to bring something to protect your dogs feet because the boardwalk can get pretty hot. The cleaning crew isn’t the best. We found a fry next to the couch and a couple of roaches, but overall the place was really nice. Beautiful deck and scenery and in a very quiet neighborhood. The section of the beach wasn’t too crowded either which was great. I also loved that we all had our own bathroom. The upstairs bed/bath combo is gorgeous and very spacious. I would recommend this place to larger families.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela G., Louisville, Ky

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

Amazing week at the beach!

Everything about our stay was Phenomenal. Met the owner of the home Gary he was very friendly and helpful and spoke with Vanessa she was very friendly and helpful. Everything we needed was all in one place. The beach was very clean. Hope to get to visit again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Great Beach House Getaway

We had a great time in St Augustine. Perfect house for direct beach access and bringing your dog. Beach was great and not overcrowded. Gary was very helpful during the entire process. Would definitely come back. 5 stars!! My only complaint was I had to leave and go back to work.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

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

Great place to stay!

We had a wonderful vacation at Gary's house. Plenty of room for us, our 3 pre-teen grandchildren and our dog. There are about 20 steps leading from the driveway to the house, but it is worth the climb. Views of the ocean are fantastic! Beds were very comfortable. White sandy beach. Very private. Not crowded at all. We will definitely be back. Thank you, Gary!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Beautiful location:

We had a great family get away at this beach house. The location is truly spectacular. Gary was awesome. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariel H.

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

Amazing Beach Get Away

love this house, will defiantly rent it again, we had plenty of room for 5 adults and 2 dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Colleen V.

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

Beautiful Butler Beach

Finding nice pet friendly homes is always a challenge. I think we hit a home run with this one. Located on Butler beach south of St. Augustine. The owner's travels are showcased in this home and gardens. However the real star is the beach. It has soft white sand, few shells and even fewer people. The rooms are large and the beds comfy. The upper blinds in the main room would not go up and a few hiccups in the kitchen but overall an excellent choice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021