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The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown!

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Interior
TV, offices
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8214 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown!

Summary:
Welcome to The Ray, where history and elegance collide. Named after the legendary Ray Charles, who once performed here, The Ray is fully dedicated to bringing his spirit to life and creating the perfect space for you to enjoy St. Augustine.

The Space:
*IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER FOR WEDDING GROUPS/PARTIES: At this time we do not accept wedding groups/parties unless the entire building is booked. Please send inquiry prior for APPROVAL prior to booking. Extra security deposit will be required*

The condo is located on the 1st floor of a 3 story building. Your group will have full access to the entire 1st floor. The condo is complete with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with plenty of space for your group to spread out. It sleeps 8 with 1 queen in the master,  a private bedroom with 1 queen, and another bedroom with 1 twin and 1 additional queen, with a full pullout in the living room.

Here you’ll find many ways to relax and unwind during your stay beginning with hotel quality mattresses and towels and ending with a bath bomb in the spacious tubs. Enjoy full meals at the condo with a fully equipped kitchen to prepare in. Sip on your morning coffee on the private balcony while soaking in the Florida sun or chill inside while catching up on your favorite Netflix show.

For the full "Ray" experience we've provided a record table and some of Ray Charles' top records to listen to. A fun way to celebrate the life of a musical genius.

No need to fight for the limited downtown parking, 2 dedicated off-street spaces are reserved for your unit in the back of the building. And with the prime location, you can park it and leave it as everything St. Augustine has to offer is only a short walk away.

The Ray is located in the historical, residential neighborhood of Lincolnville which is known for its deep history with the city and picturesque charm. Lincolnville has been a growing neighborhood and flourishes as locals continue to refurbish and transform older homes into modernized beauties. The neighborhood holds many favorite local spots such as Blue Hen, Preserved, and Dog Rose Brewery. All within a few minutes walk from the home!

From The Ray you are just a:

• 8 MIN walk to downtown St Augustine - King Street.
• 6 MIN walk to the Lightner Museum and the south side of downtown
• 15 MIN drive to Saint Augustine beach

Disclaimer: Saint Francis House sits between our building and the Dog Rose Brewery on Washington Street. If you prefer to avoid walking by Saint Francis we recommend walking south to Park Place and then east to Cordova Street. You'll enjoy walking through the southern side of downtown Saint Augustine, with all of its picturesque Inns, shops and gorgeous homes. Alternatively, please walk west on St Francis Street and make a right on MLK Avenue, which will take you straight to King Street and downtown. A helpful map will be provided in your unit to give multiple options for getting to town!

Other Things To Note:
-For your protection, security cameras are installed in the back parking lot and the stairwell
-Entrances and elevator are a shared amenity with other guests. The elevator provides direct access and you will have a private code for entry.

Guest Access:
You'll have full, private access to the entire condo

The Neighborhood:
The Ray is located in the heart of the Lincolnville neighborhood, known for it's rich history and charm. The community that dates back all the way to 1866 is found with a mixture of old, historic homes and newly renovated charmers. It is home to some local favorite spots such as Preserved, St. Augustine Fish Camp, Blue Hen, and more! Flagler College and the Lightner Museum are just minutes away.

Getting Around:
Enjoy the convenience of parking your cars without fighting for the limited downtown parking spots! 2 dedicated spots are reserved for your stay. You are in the perfect location for walking around downtown, but far enough from the action for a peaceful stay. Don’t feel like walking? The trolleys pick up and drop off 4 blocks away at the Villa Zorayda Museum. St. Augustine is very bike friendly so feel free to bring your own bikes as another way to explore. Don't want to travel with your bikes? Rent them through our favorite local vendor Drifter's, who includes free drop-off service! Uber and Lyft are also readily available in town.

Other Things to Note:
-SECURITY CAMERAS: Active security cameras are installed in the back parking lot and the stairwell of the building. No private areas can be seen and there are no other cameras inside or outside the home.
-Entrances and elevator are a shared amenity with other guests. The elevator provides direct access and you will have a private code for entry.

Interaction with Guests:
We strive to make sure your time at the home is relaxing and enjoyable by providing private, uninterrupted experiences. We are always available during your stay if there are any questions or for any recommendations on what to do and see in the area. Our local team is also available to stop by if you need any assistance!

Property manager

Daniel Brown

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

The Ray Rich History Walk to Downtown
The Ray 1st Floor Historic Charm Walk to Downtown
The Ray- 1st Floor Charming Condo- Walk to Downtown Condo
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About the neighborhood

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Lightner Museum - 5 min walk
  • St. George Street - 5 min walk
  • Ponce de Leon Hotel - 7 min walk
  • Flagler College - 10 min walk
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 15 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪St Augustine Fish Camp - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dog Rose Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪One Twenty Three Burger House - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown! located?

Located in Downtown Historic District, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of ACCORD Civil Rights Museum, St. George Street, and Flagler College. Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center and Lightner Museum are also within 5 minutes.

The Ray - 1st Floor - Walk to Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bel
Beautiful condo with a historic but modern flare. Great location and parking! Beds are somewhat small, but worked for us… may be difficult for tall or larger people. Overall, we would definitely recommend and may even return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
St. Augustine
Really neat historical value property, clean, comfortable, eady to work with owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Short walk to all the fun. Discovered an amazing new restaurant because of the location. Walking distance to Dog Rose Brewery too, which we love.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for walking the historic area. Lots of places to eat and explore.
We arrived in the dark and the entrance off of the parking lot had no light and the lock was extremely difficult to operate. We should have been sent directions and there should always be a light in the entryway. We used our phone flashlights eventually, but it was too dark to even make that easy. Also, the TV streaming was not easy to decipher. I think you need to enhance your directions on how to work with the TV in your handbook. Watching TV was not a priority, but when we had time it was difficult to operate as that is not what we use in our homes. Everything else was okay, but there were no tea bags, as not everyone drinks coffee in the morning. All other places have had both coffee and tea in their cupboards.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Methadone clinic
Liked that it was in walking distance. Clean and nice interior. Everything worked and was spacious. I found myself constantly kicking to slide the flooring panels back in place. Bed was as hard as the floor. Had to walk past street people taunting as we passed them on the way to the wedding and restaurants. The directions to lock the door from outside were incorrect, but we figured it out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay at the Ray
The property was comfortable and exactly as shown and described on the VRBO website. There was everything we needed to prepare our meals, and also prepare for a family event. Our only two complaints were the late (4pm) checkin, and two of the queen beds were very hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen W., Chicago il

Liked: Cleanliness
St aug
This is a great property. It is about a 10 min walk to downtown st Aug where there are lots of shops, restaurants and bars. Great location. The owner was VERY responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great stay, this property is not in walking distance to downtown, however, it is just a short drive. More than ample space for entertaining friends and family. Kitchen could have better lighting though we did NOT choose to do any cooking. Large variety of places to eat at. We are already planning our stay here for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Lucy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Things that would make the stay better
The lock for the back side of the property was a PAIN....please advise others to use the front entry, unit #1, or you might change out the deadbolt. I was not told about a deadbolt, and there was no key, of course. Also, info is needed about setting the inside alarm, no one told me about there even being one in the unit. The television is great, BUT you need to get the Samsung control working. The control for the other channels works, but without the Samsung control there is no volume control and no regular tv...a real pain for my guests. And there is a light bulb out on the light fixture over the dining table. I think information received from you about the experiences of Danny and Andrea have had in the past would prove it's the little things that make the stay an enjoyment or a "I'm not sure I want to do this again" adventure. This was my first experience booking a VRBO, that went smoothly, but the interaction after getting to the unit and during the stay was less than satisfactory for me. I enjoyed the neighborhood, and the fact the property was so close to Old Town St. Augustine and in Lincolnville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
We had a very good stay. The Ray was conveniently located and comfortable for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
Great place to stay love it looking forward for many more stays
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot
Would 100% rent here again. Beautiful place, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G., Tallahassee, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
The Ray Rocks
We love this property and its history.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Weekend Stay
We had the best time at The Ray! The place was spotless and so roomy and relaxing! The pictures really dont do the place justice! Literally just minutes walk to dowtown St. Augustine. It was everything they say it is and so cozy as well! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Patricia B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unsatisfactory stay
We found 2 cockroaches, advised them on Friday. Sunday evening we found a can of roach spray at the door. There weren’t enough towels, coffee was deplorable .there weren’t any wine glasses and not enough towels
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for my entire family!
We had six adults and two children under two. This nicely decorated apartment comfortably fit us all with plenty of common area space. It’s about 13 minutes to downtown if you decide to walk. The apartment has two dedicated parking spots which is fantastic. Apartment was clean and had everything you needed for a comfortable weekend away! We definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 households under 1 roof for a weekend
Funky and well updated historic building. Historical district. Walkable to places of interest. Kitchen was well appointed and we had a great trip! Nice place but 3 things to be aware of. 1. There are 3 bedrooms but one of them is definitely not as spacious or nice as the other two. This is probably fine for a kids room but it felt uneven with 3 adult couples. 2. The comfortable seating is very limited in the main living space. With room for so many guests, and with such a nice big living space, i truly think that adding another couch or soft chairs would make this place so much nicer! If you're traveling with a group, pack your camp chairs ;) our family ended up sitting on hard dining chairs and rotating from couch to the floor during family time. 3. St Augustine is a diverse city and very historic. This is a built in part of the city. There is also a homeless shelter/kitchen on the same block as the Ray. This reflects the real city. You can look at it matter of fact and glad there are resources for people who need them. Or you can be uneasy. Or both- just letting you know:) it's intrinsic to the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and ambience
It was great to come back to this slice of heaven after a hot day out. The place was conveniently located and had some good eateries around. The museums were walking distance from the Ray which provided additional flexibility. Overall we loved the place and would definitely rebook when we return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and clean
Enjoyed a fun girls weekend with my adult girls and my mom. The place was clean and we loved the layout. Big open kitchen/living/dining room to hang out. Kitchen was nice and well appointed, although we didn't cook. Beds were comfortable. We only wished there had been more window dressings, as the sun comes in bright in the early morning. We were on the first floor and could hear the upstairs guest walking around. They weren't loud, so it wasn't too bad. Loved that we had 2 designated parking spots close to the entry and the location was very convenient to everything. No more than an 8 minute drive to our destinations. You could walk, but it was too hot for us in July.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
It’s was very enjoyable and the price was right thank you for a wonderful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to downtown
Great location as it was close to everything, 5-10 minute walk at best. Residence was clean and well kept. Set-up was exactly as advertised. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIchael O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanks You
Thank You. we had a lovely stay, and were able to spend some needed family time together in a place that felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristobal R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Ray is AWESOME!! Space for the entire family. All St. Augustine has to offer 5 minutes away.
Traveled for a family wedding, I booked the 1st & 2nd floors. Clean, Great Location, Spacious, and everything is 5 minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Very neat and clean . Roomy , great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023