Walk to Beach with Private Pool, Balconies & Huge Lawn | Blocks to Dining
About this house rental
Situated in Butler Beach, this charming house for $301 per night is a fantastic option for your next break. Dancing Dolphins and Tranquil Turtles Beach Villa Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Walk or take your car to the ocean! This 3BR/2BA St. Augustine home is a 2-minute stroll to the beach, and you can park beside the sand just blocks away on Matanzas Avenue. A sprawling, fully fenced backyard boasts a private pool, an expansive lawn for family games, and two separate decks — including a deck with a patio table for alfresco dining! The house is strolling distance to restaurants, shops, groceries, and a local park with a kids' playground. Destination highlights are also a quick drive away, including St. Augustine's historic downtown area (a 10-minute drive). Bringing a boat? Drive less than 10 minutes to launch your vessel at Palmetto Road Boat Ramp or Frank Butler West Boat Ramp. LIVING AREA A long and open living space full of natural light has a chilled, by-the-beach vibe. A pair of armchairs greet you on arrival in a chilled sitting area. Just beyond, the main living area features another three armchairs and a cushion--filled sofa. In the evenings, kick back in front of the 56" wall-mounted TV. KITCHEN & DINING At the far end of the living space, an open kitchen has a central island to chop ingredients, a range of stainless steel appliances, and a granite kitchen bar that seats four. Steps from the kitchen, a light wood dining table seats another six. BED & BATH In the stylish master bedroom, a king bed sits opposite a 56” TV. Enjoy direct access to the balcony and an en-suite bathroom with a double vanity and walk-in shower. The plush second bedroom features a queen bed and a 56” TV. A family-friendly third bedroom is detailed with two twin beds and a fun Florida map. The guest bathroom with a tub/shower combination. EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, a washer/dryer, and driveway parking for four. Please note there is ongoing weekday construction on either side of the home until early 2021. OUTDOOR AREA Plunge into a glittering private pool in your fully fenced backyard. Sizzle lunch over the BBQ grill, or enjoy family games on the expansive lawn. There's plenty of room to sip coffee on a furnished front balcony. On the back balcony, a four-person patio table offers a wonderful spot to dine alfresco. THE LOCATION While 5 minutes’ drive away, the 1,600-acre Anastasia State Park boasts a 4-mile long white-sand beach, abundant wildlife, and opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and fishing. Restaurants and shops are steps from the house, and there’s a kids’ park just blocks away. Family attractions include Marineland Dolphin Adventure (17-minute drive) and Anastasia Miniature Golf (7-minute drive). Save time to explore St. Augustine’s historic downtown (10-minute drive). Explore cobbled lanes, charming Spanish Colonial architecture, top-notch museums, and flit between numerous local shops and restaurants. If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the nightly pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting "Yes" to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The nightly fee ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 2. Security camera details: cameras are in the driveway above the garage, ring doorbell camera, camera facing the left side gate Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. County permit number: STR22-00579 County permit number: 1078469
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
Map of Butler Beach, FL
Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(58 Reviews)
5.0
House was great for our short trip to St. Augustine. About 10-15 minutes from the historical area. The house was equipped with most needs ( a few more cleaning supplies and garbage bags would have been nice). The house was a few blocks from the ocean, straight shot from closest East West cross street bonus you can drive on the beach with the appropriate vehicle. The downstairs game room was great. We didn't use the pool, but the whole outdoor area is well equipped for the whole family. We would definitely rent this property again it was a quiet location but close enough to everything we wanted to do.
5.0
This was a great stay. The house was exceptionally clean and furnished with an in-ground pool, fenced in yard and super close to the Butler Beach and a Cuban cafe for early morning coffee or a Mexican restaurant for some quick eats. Everything is supplied and in great shape. All you need are groceries, sun block and a fun attitude. There’s a great putt-putt course down the road and lots of places along the beach to swim and surf in, grab shells or sea glass, and walk the estuary. I’d recommend you bring your bikes if so inclined. I was trying to book again, but they’re already booked so if you see the week you want, grab it. This place was a real gem. I’m a single dad with two teens and a little dog and it was worth every mile and dollar to be here. We had the best time!!
5.0
House is great. Location is great
4.0
Clean
Close to beach
Nice pool
5.0
We definitely recommend this place. Great location. Great pool. Backyard is fenced in. Game room in the garage was nice. House was clean. Beds were comfy.
5.0
We really were pleasantly surprised by this house since we chose on the way to St. Augustine when our first choice ran into an issue. Vacasa took care of the change very efficiently and professionally. The house had a lot of space, nice kitchen and bathrooms, and a pleasant sitting area. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t warm enough to take advantage of the pool. The only criticism was the bed in the master bedroom could use a new mattress, the current one has a bit of a slope to the center.
5.0
Athenas Cottage has everything you need and just 5-6 mins walk to the beautiful beach. Love to come back.
2.0
After reading several positive reviews about this property, we were excited to stay here. Overall, the house is nice. Feels like newer construction. TVs in every room and a private pool out back. The bad news is that the house was infested with bugs. Ants, fleas, gnats, you name it….it was there. Contacted the property rep who said they would reach out to an exterminator. Never heard back. We all have bug bites all over and we had to throw away a lot of food that got covered in ants. There’s no pantry to keep food in. The ants are obviously a known problem as there were already ant baits out on the counter when we got there. But fleas and other bugs too? In the beds and on the living room seats? Understand this is a pet friendly house, but obviously someone had a dirty animal. Although the cleaning company did okay, there was still a bunch of dog hair on the floor. Also, two days after the pool was “cleaned” which included a VERY heavy dose of chemicals and chlorine so strong we could barely swim in it, a landscaper came and cut grass. Blew tons of lawn clipping in the pool and all over the pool deck. Because the pool is cleaned on Mondays, it remained filthy the rest of the time we were there. I don’t fault the property owner for any of this. This is typical of big vacation companies like Vacasa. Mediocre property management at best and poor response when there’s an issue. Lastly, you get one tiny outdoor trash can for the entire week. Needless to say, it was overflowing by mid week, and on checkout day, we got to clean up trash that had been torn through by raccoons. Who can blame them? We had no choice but to leave trash on the ground. This place has a lot of potential, but needs a more attentive property manager or the owner needs to be more aware of the issues that are being ignored by the property manager.
2.0
House itself was as advertised—clean and in a nice neighborhood. However, upon arrival, the pool (main reason we booked this property) was green with algae along the sides and bottom. Had sample tested—no chlorine!!! After numerous messages, the pool was shocked on day 3, but not actually cleaned, so of course the issue was never fully resolved during our week-long holiday stay. Ultimately, we did receive a credit for the poor condition of the pool. Unfortunately, however, we do not recommend this property if being able to use the pool is important to you.
1.0
We arrived on Saturday June 25. Upon arrival we were met with 3 large outdoor trash bins overflowing with garbage that smelled as it had been there for weeks. You have to walk past it to get in the house. It was disgusting. The advertised sparkling pool was covered in green algae. I wouldn’t let a dog swim in that. The main reason we rented this house was for the pool for our 10 year old granddaughter. I immediately called Vacasa and was told they would get someone out that afternoon. No one ever came. I called and texted every single day multiple times a day and no one ever
Showed up from Vacasa to
Get the trash or service the pool. Garbage pick up was on Monday and we took all that trash to the street. I will add that there were 6 of us in the house and we didn’t fill up one of those bins the entire week. So, I wonder how long that trash had been out there. The algae continued to get worse and still nobody came to clean the pool. Our granddaughter was heartbroken. Finally, by Tuesday night someone at Vacasa calls me back and offers a forced move. Of course, a week before July 4 th, there were no other comparable houses available. The advertised gas grill was so nasty it couldn’t be used. Some of the outdoor furniture needs to be disposed of. My husband fell out of one of the Adirondack chairs that was broken when he sat down not seeing it was broken. Luckily he was not hurt. Vacasa finally issued a partial refund, but I feel it wasn’t enough. We would have gone somewhere else to stay if we could have found something. On numerous occasions I asked Vacasa to have a manager calle me. My requests were totally ignored. I sent them daily pictures of the pool and they never sent anyone out to clean the pool.I kept getting canned text responses saying a ticket had been created and someone would get back to me. My husband ended up buying a pool brush, and the necessary pool chemicals to clean the pool himself ( we had our own pool for over 30 years)so our granddaughter could swim the last 2 days we were there. I was so stressed at the end of the week from trying to get a response from Vacasa, I need another vacation. I will say that the house itself is lovely and the interior was clean. But, with all the other issues, my vacation was ruined.
5.0
From the second we opened the door, we knew this was going to be a wonderful vacation! This house was perfect for our family - plenty of room, well-stocked, perfect location, and the pool was amazing! We have never been as happy with a vacation home as we were with this one, and we can’t wait to come back!
5.0
New Favorite!
From the second we opened the door, we knew this was going to be a wonderful vacation! This house was perfect for our family - plenty of room, well-stocked, perfect location, and the pool was amazing! We have never been as happy with a vacation home as we were with this one, and we can’t wait to come back!
5.0
Everything was great except it rained about 50% of the time. The pool was not heated and the step up to the house was too much, especially since we had to catty or bags and food up the stairs. It kicked our a--es
5.0
Senior Vacation
Everything was great except it rained about 50% of the time. The pool was not heated and the step up to the house was too much, especially since we had to catty or bags and food up the stairs. It kicked our a--es
5.0
Quite neighborhood, clean house, well taken care of. St. Augustine is a nice slow pace city to visit, did rain most of the time for the month of March.
5.0
Charming Home
Quite neighborhood, clean house, well taken care of. St. Augustine is a nice slow pace city to visit, did rain most of the time for the month of March.
5.0
Took a quick end-of-semester trip with my 15 year old son and our two dogs. This was the perfect rental for us! Very clean and comfortable, very secure yard for the dogs to explore and close enough to walk them to the beach. Also loved the outdoor shower with removable sprayer so I could wash off their paws after the beach. The dogs also loved being able to relax on the back deck in the sun. Short drive to downtown for exploring with my son too. We hope to be back after school gets out in May, this time with my husband, and when it’s warm enough to use the pool!
5.0
We loved everything from beginning to end. The management company changed after our reservation was made and everything switched over seamlessly. We've used Vacasa in the past and will use them again in the future. As far as the house, it was perfect for our party of 5. 4 adults and a child. The kitchen had many more amenities than larger houses we've stayed in in the past. There were coffee makers, toaster, crockpot, air fryer, and any utensil or pot or pan that we needed. We absolutely loved that it was pet friendly and we were able to bring our guys along for their first vacation. Fenced in yard was perfect for them, nowhere for them to be able to squeeze out. Pool was clean but chilly, but expected for that time of year. Fun little game room in the downstairs garage area.. The only access to the main house is a set of stairs which may be difficult for some but was fine for us. It was close to the beach and close enough to St Augustine to not feel left out of anything. We would definitely stay here again in the future if we chose the area again, if not, would use vacasa to find something else. Their app is very informative and user friendly.
5.0
Great vacation home
We loved everything from beginning to end. The management company changed after our reservation was made and everything switched over seamlessly. We've used Vacasa in the past and will use them again in the future. As far as the house, it was perfect for our party of 5. 4 adults and a child. The kitchen had many more amenities than larger houses we've stayed in in the past. There were coffee makers, toaster, crockpot, air fryer, and any utensil or pot or pan that we needed. We absolutely loved that it was pet friendly and we were able to bring our guys along for their first vacation. Fenced in yard was perfect for them, nowhere for them to be able to squeeze out. Pool was clean but chilly, but expected for that time of year. Fun little game room in the downstairs garage area.. The only access to the main house is a set of stairs which may be difficult for some but was fine for us. It was close to the beach and close enough to St Augustine to not feel left out of anything. We would definitely stay here again in the future if we chose the area again, if not, would use vacasa to find something else. Their app is very informative and user friendly.
5.0
Perfect rental
Took a quick end-of-semester trip with my 15 year old son and our two dogs. This was the perfect rental for us! Very clean and comfortable, very secure yard for the dogs to explore and close enough to walk them to the beach. Also loved the outdoor shower with removable sprayer so I could wash off their paws after the beach. The dogs also loved being able to relax on the back deck in the sun. Short drive to downtown for exploring with my son too. We hope to be back after school gets out in May, this time with my husband, and when it’s warm enough to use the pool!
5.0
cute little retreat
a couple of friends and I stayed for a birthday weekend, it was perfect! so cozy! this company has been amazing to work with also!
5.0
Family Stay
Great property and neighborhood. One bedroom had been updated, different from booking pictures. Nice update. Yard was nice but our weather didn’t allow use of pool. The agreement asked us to replace supplies used but we had minimal garbage bags upon arrival (2) and no food baggies so we didn’t replenish. There was very little laundry soap but we did supply a bottle when leaving. Would definitely recommend this property and would rent again!
5.0
Perfect home away from home
This property was super clean and had everything that we needed during our stay. The game room was a complete and awesome shock to us. The beach is walking distance from the house. There was hardly anyone at the beach during our stay. Felt like our little paradise. The beds are all super comfortable. We did not have any issues so we did not have to Contact anyone during our stay. We did receive a call before we arrived to let us know that there was some debris in the pool due to a recent storm and that the pool is scheduled to be cleaned in 2 days. There was some leaves but nothing major and did not stop my kids from getting in. Would definitely stay at this property again.
5.0
We really enjoyed this house, Very with stocked with everything you need for a week long vacation. The pool was very nice, nice quiet neighborhood. Beach was a short distance away, we drove, because you can drive on the beach. This unit is close to some great restaurants, The Oasis was great, Safe Harbor was great, and Island Donuts was amazing, The Pizza At Romano's on the beach was the Best Pizza we have ever had, Bar none!. Hats off to the owners for allowing this property to be Dog friendly, Our little Mountain Fiest loved the ocean. Thanks Again for a Great Vacation
5.0
Perfect Getaway
We really enjoyed this house, Very with stocked with everything you need for a week long vacation. The pool was very nice, nice quiet neighborhood. Beach was a short distance away, we drove, because you can drive on the beach. This unit is close to some great restaurants, The Oasis was great, Safe Harbor was great, and Island Donuts was amazing, The Pizza At Romano's on the beach was the Best Pizza we have ever had, Bar none!. Hats off to the owners for allowing this property to be Dog friendly, Our little Mountain Fiest loved the ocean. Thanks Again for a Great Vacation
4.0
The home was great but the stairs for seniors was too much. The beach was too far for us to walk and you needed a permit to park on the beach. The home and grounds were perfect. My son and his wife used the pool and loved it. Thank you for opening your home to us.
5.0
Really enjoyed the house, loved that it was Dog friendly, pool was nice, located in a very nice neighborhood, we walked everyday and even at night. Great restaurants nearby
This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
4.0
Lovely home and very clean.
The home was great but the stairs for seniors was too much. The beach was too far for us to walk and you needed a permit to park on the beach. The home and grounds were perfect. My son and his wife used the pool and loved it. Thank you for opening your home to us.
5.0
Perfect, Great location, Very Clean
Really enjoyed the house, loved that it was Dog friendly, pool was nice, located in a very nice neighborhood, we walked everyday and even at night. Great restaurants nearby
This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
5.0
The house was very clean and well appointed. The stairs are a problem for seniors and well as the walk to beach. The yard and pool are well maintained.
This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
5.0
Very Nice Property
The house was very clean and well appointed. The stairs are a problem for seniors and well as the walk to beach. The yard and pool are well maintained.
This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
5.0
Great location perfect for family and pets
The house was perfect for what we needed, our dogs loved the yard and the outdoor space was perfect for family entertaining!
5.0
This is an adorable house. Very clean. Well maintained. Really nice pool. Just a short walk down the road from an amazing beach or you can drive and park your vehicle right onto the beach. Close to local restaurants and attractions. We had a blast!
5.0
Loved our stay!
This is an adorable house. Very clean. Well maintained. Really nice pool. Just a short walk down the road from an amazing beach or you can drive and park your vehicle right onto the beach. Close to local restaurants and attractions. We had a blast!
5.0
House was absolutely perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Nice and peaceful neighborhood.
5.0
Perfect
House was absolutely perfect. Very clean and comfortable. Nice and peaceful neighborhood.
5.0
Great beach rental!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This beach house was the perfect stay for myself and family. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our two goldendoodles! And we loved having our own pool! The house was located in a quiet neighborhood with a short walk to the beach and just a 10 minute drive to downtown St. Augustine! It was cleaned well and had everything we needed! Would definitely stay here again in the future!
5.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was very clean.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:This beach house was the perfect stay for myself and family. The fenced in backyard was perfect for our two goldendoodles! And we loved having our own pool! The house was located in a quiet neighborhood with a short walk to the beach and just a 10 minute drive to downtown St. Augustine! It was cleaned well and had everything we needed! Would definitely stay here again in the future!
5.0
Great house, clean and comfortable. Not too far from the beach and included a lot of beach stuff as well as an outdoor shower to rinse after the beach. The mattresses could use an upgrade but otherwise a terrific property!
5.0
Great house!
Great house, clean and comfortable. Not too far from the beach and included a lot of beach stuff as well as an outdoor shower to rinse after the beach. The mattresses could use an upgrade but otherwise a terrific property!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Butler Beach?
The average price for a rental in Butler Beach is $181 per night. This rental is $120 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Walk to Beach with Private Pool, Balconies & Huge Lawn | Blocks to Dining. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Walk to Beach with Private Pool, Balconies & Huge Lawn | Blocks to Dining. Enjoy the water!
Is Walk to Beach with Private Pool, Balconies & Huge Lawn | Blocks to Dining pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Walk to Beach with Private Pool, Balconies & Huge Lawn | Blocks to Dining?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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