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Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!

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On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!

Panoramic ocean views, dunes filled with wildlife, two large decks and luxurious furnishings are all yours when you stay at Rising Sun Beach Retreat, our beachfront house on Crescent Beach. A perfect rental for families with children-includes whirlpool tub, HDTVs and more!

The views are million-dollar at Rising Sun. Between the multiple balconies (offering ocean vistas and spectacular sunset spots) and the views from the house, there's never a boring sight! Filled with clerestory windows above the already large plate-glass windows and sliding glass doors, Rising Sun is lit with sunshine and blue sky all day long!

The living room is an enormous space, with a fireplace, 55-inch HDTV, plenty of seating and even a conversation nook in a picturesque corner with panoramic views. Make it even bigger by opening the sliding glass doors and connecting the balcony to the rest of the room, adding the murmur of the surf and the calls of the birds to the soundtrack of your day.

The kitchen and dining areas are open and inclusive in the living room. Prepare to fall in love with the aqua-and-white, diner-style kitchen at Rising Sun, complete with ocean blue tile backsplash and long breakfast bar boasting ultra-comfy padded stools. Stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors, plenty of sunshine, well-stocked cupboards . . . this kitchen is all ready to host a pancake-making marathon, a fish fry, an array of exotic appetizers, or simply cereal and juice! You bring the groceries; we'll supply all cookware, dishes and utensils!

If you think the living and dining spaces are nice, wait until you explore the bedrooms! The primary is the jewel in the crown, with a king-size bed, sliding-glass doors to the oceanfront balcony, TV and an en-suite bath featuring a whirlpool tub and separate walk-in shower. This luxe primary suite also offers a sunny little pocket of a room with masses of windows and a single bed, just right for a young child not yet ready to sleep too far from mom and dad (or a teen who wants their own space).

In addition to the primary suite, a second spacious bedroom boasting a queen-size and single bed is located on this floor. The second bedroom is great for another couple traveling with toddlers or a small child and it also makes a nice clubhouse-style room for teens or older children.

The other two bedrooms are on the first floor, which is very convenient if you're traveling with people whose sleep schedules don't all align. One bedroom has a lovely queen bed; the other offers two double beds and a twin daybed.

As beautiful as the interior is, Rising Sun is all about the outdoors. Wraparound decks, a private boardwalk over the dunes and down to the sugary white sands of Crescent Beach, even an outdoor staircase going from the first to the second floor -- everything is about outdoor living here! You'll find plenty of places to sunbathe, read, chat and even update your social media or do a little work on the laptop (the free WiFi at Rising Sun works out on the deck, too!). Everyone in your group will soon have a favorite spot!

Just minutes by car from historic downtown St. Augustine, Rising Sun is ideally located for amazing sunrises (as you might expect from the name!) and brilliant sunsets, too. The Intracoastal Waterway is nearby, with quieter waters for canoes and kayaks, trails for walking and biking and unbelievable natural wildlife. With the unspoiled, family-friendly beach nearby as well, it will be hard not to spend time in the warm sands! You'll love fishing, bodysurfing, sandcastle building and bocce-ball playing here! The St. Augustine and St Johns County area have a great variety of golf courses for players of every level and skill.

Come stay at Rising Sun as soon as you can. You'll have a great time and make lifetime memories here!

Bedroom # 1 (1 King), Bedroom #2 (1 twin inside separate room of master suite), Bedroom # 3 (1 Queen, 1 Twin), Bedroom # 4 (1 Queen), Bedroom # 5 (2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Daybed)

Per St Johns County regulations, only ten people are allowed per rental, not counting children 12-years-old or younger. That means this property is allowed up to 10 adults and the rest of the guests must be 12 and under.

The cleaning company provides a limited amount of basic necessities (toilet paper, trash bags, dishwasher/laundry soap, etc.) to get you started, you will want to bring some with you.

We don't offer refunds or reschedule stays during hurricane season, even if there is an evacuation order. Please purchase trip insurance for your stay if this is a concern.

EV Charging: There is a fee of $5 per day if you will be charging an electric vehicle at the home.

Property manager

David Manaute

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

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

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3600 sq ft (334 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Butler Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Butler Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Crescent Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 10 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mangos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Libre - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Butler Beach vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Butler Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from St. Augustine Beach. Butler Beach State Park and Matanzas River are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Getaway
This was our first visit to St. Augustine and thoroughly enjoyed our short two day visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blanca Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hermoso recuerdo frente al mar
Hermoso lugar frente al Mar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vacation 2024
Found this place online looking for a big enough place to fit my family comfortably and still have privacy and the beach to ourselves and this place delivered spot on it has more than space for my family and is super kids friendly! This place will be my family's forever vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect location.
This property was the perfect place for a short end of summer getaway. The neighborhood is quiet, the house is gorgeous with plenty of room for the whole family. The best feature of this house is the semi-private beach access shared with the house next door. The one minor issue we had during our stay was handled almost immediately and the owner was always very responsive to texts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Private, relaxing, spacious, and an awesome upper porch that over looks the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Fantastic beach property!
We had a wonderful stay at Rising Sun. It is in a great location and a short walk over the walkway to the beach. Plenty of space for 7 adults and 2 kids (with several beds to spare!) Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Beach Property
This place is a gem. It's not hidden, so it's not a hidden gem. But it is awesome. The beach is so close you can almost stick your toes in it from one of the decks. You can see the ocean from the main living area and the massive patio surrounding that area. The views are 10/10. Sunrise or sunset, your beach walk is just steps away. The kitchen is well appointed, and the dining-room table is perfect for large groups. There are plenty of bedrooms and beds so everyone can sleep comfortably. (Do note: one "bedroom" is a little nook (with door) inside the master bedroom. The listing says this. I knew this. But you should too! It might matter for some.) The living room has plenty of sofas and a large TV. I don't know how well the TV works, however, because we never turned it on. Historic St. Augustine is a short drive. Grocery store (Publix), restaurants, and the best Cuban bakery outside of Miami are just a couple miles away. You'll have plenty to do besides the beach, if that's your jam. I would certainly return. This place was wonderful. Our group had the best time. You will too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

chea l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach house
This property has it all! Lovely home with plenty of room for our large family. The best part is the short boardwalk to the beach! Not to mention the stellar view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Beach House
We had a fantastic time and would love to stay here again. The view from the second floor living areas was even nicer than the online pictures. The home was clean and ready for our use when we arrived. The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of cookware and dishes. The home's private board walk is a huge plus and made getting to the beach a pleasure. The home managers were quick to respond whenever we had questions. There was plenty of room for two families with kids. And the beach itself is beautiful. We love this area. This was our second stay at a beach house in Butler Beach and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
We had a great stay at the beachfront house. Great location. 3 families stayed with plenty of room. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and location
The house was laid out great for our family. Clean when we arrived and fantastic views of the ocean with great access. Close to everything we needed. Host took care of all small issues quickly. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
Home was everything the listing describes. Beautiful views!!! Had to start there and nice home within steps to the beach. Very quiet and relaxing for a much needed short getaway with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront Family Fun
The house fit the needs of 2 families with 2 kids each and the grandparents! We had a great time and the walk to the beach was easy for those walking and the drive for the gear haulers was equally as easy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree H., Miami, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Most beautiful house in St. Augastine
We stayed here for mother's day weekend, walking in the house it was clean and everything i read about, but nothing prepared me for the view.. WOW.. I live in Miami, and there is no view like this. Drank coffee every morning as the sun came up over the water next to the bay windows. The beach was extremely clean and family oriented. Only a couple of miles from publix, and 10 mins. From the fun stuff in St. Augastine. David was a great host, answering questions right away, he not only cares for his guests and home but wants to make sure his neighbors and wildlife respected. Great family house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sal R., 202 Jonesbury Court, Longwood, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We’ve lived in Florida most of our lives and can’t think of a more enjoyable beach experience and more spectacular beach views than we enjoyed at The Rising Sun. We plan to return. Again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing and fun!
You cannot go wrong staying this close to this beautiful beach! Our family of 10 did not feel crowded at all. The deck is a wonderful place to sit and hang out together, and the two lower bedrooms with lower deck access were so nice. The outdoor shower was wonderful after swimming in the ocean and to rinse sandy feet. The kitchen was so spacious, we all had room to make coffee, tea or whatever without stepping on each other. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a wonderful time at this splendid property. The panoramic windows, huge deck, and spacious living room were ideal. Please read the description of the bedrooms carefully. It is completely accurate. Note the fifth bedroom just has a twin bed. Perfect for our needs. Bring paper products and extra bath towels. The outdoor shower was a treat and just steps away from downstairs bedrooms. We had nine adults and five children ranging from 1 to 11. There was ample space for everyone. We would love to return. The weather was PERFECT during our late April visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Loved this place! Tons of space and great views of the beach. My family loved it and we hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday celebration
The house was very comfortable and plenty of room for all of us to spread out and quick walk on private walkway to beach. Outdoor shower was very nice and private. Would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great open space with nice view of ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house
This house is amazing!! The deck and the bay windows make it where you have views for miles. Big enough to have a family get together and not feel crowded. Even ended up staying an extra night! The host has great communication and i highly recommend them. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal and Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
A family getaway to celebrate a birthday, with our adult children and grandchild. The house and location were perfect. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the Beach
The property location on Crescent Beach is ideal. Beautiful sunrises, gentle waves and lots of beach to walk on and play in. The kitchen, living area and deck provide nice views of the dunes and ocean. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking for large groups.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeniffer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beatiful home at the beach
Beatiful home to accommodate a big family. The view is spectacular and the beach is amazing. We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Keshaunda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property, no TV access in rooms
The home space was exactly what my family needed. It was in a great location and check-in process was a breeze. Not sure who failed to check the status of the televisions in each room prior to our arrival but all of them had no signal, with the exception of the TV in the living room. It was quite disappointing that after having informed the property owner of no signal TVs in all rooms there was no real sense of urgency to address the matter until the day we were leaving. Nothing was offered in return for the inconvenience, although it was an included amenity that was not functioning during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022