Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities!

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8164.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

St. Augustine, FL

Bridge of Lions

10 min walk

Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

16 min walk

Flagler College

19 min walk

St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)

14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 (Donut Room)

1 Double Murphy Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3 (Beatles Room)

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Experience the Dolphin house in St Augustine. This spacious mid-century modern pool home is a rare treasure in an ideal location just steps from the Bridge of Lions and downtown St Augustine. This Showstopper Private Backyard oasis includes a pool with a shelf - perfect for kids, Hot Tub, BBQ, Hammock, Wood Fire Pit, and outdoor seating under a mega umbrella. The perfect family vacation getaway- fully loaded- with sleeping arrangements for up to 10. Maximum occupancy of six (6) adults and four (4) children under twelve (12) years of age.

The space
Sleeping Arrangements (10)

- Master Queen Bed (2)

- Bedroom 2 - Full/Twin Bunk and Queen Murphy Bed and a twin size pull out sofa (6)

- Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed (2)

- Sleeper Sofa in Family Room (2)

Amenities:

- Private Pool w/baby fence and Hot Tub. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION** The Pool and Hot Tub are heated with a shared heat pump (when the Hot Tub is heating, the Pool is not heating). The Pool heats to approximately 85F (depending on the outside temperature - does not heat well when the overnight temperature drops to 60F or colder and will not heat at all when the overnight temperature drops to 50F or colder). It takes approximately 48 hours for the Pool to heat depending on the outside temperature (the colder it is, the longer it takes to heat). There is a $150 fee (recurring weekly) to heat the pool. The Hot Tub heats to approximately 101F (depending on the outside temperature - does not heat well when the overnight temperature drops to 60F or colder and will not heat at all when the overnight temperature drops to 50F or colder). It takes approximately 90 minutes for the Hot Tub to heat depending on the outside temperature (the colder it is, the longer it takes to heat). There is a 3-hour timer on the Hot Tub - it will turn off after having been on for 3 hours. However, it may immediately be turned on again

- Large fenced yard with Hammock & Fire Pit

- Poolside Patio with Grill, Outdoor furniture and a giant umbrella.

- Pool Toys - Floats and Noodles

-Putting Green
- 2 player Ms. PacMan arcade game

- Spacious Driveway Parking (4 cars)

- Fully equipped Kitchen- Stainless Steel Appliances, Microwave, Blender, Mr. Coffee and Keurig Maker, Toaster, Pots/Pans

- Family Room- Spacious sectional seating & Large flatscreen TV- views of the Matanzas River across the street

- Large dining Table seats 10

- Kitchen nook with seating for 3

-Full Size Washer and Dryer

- High-speed WIFI

- Smart TV's every bedroom w/cable access included

- Mid-century decor

- Crisp linens and soft bath and pool towels provided

- .4 miles to Bridge of Lions

- .8 mile to Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

- 2 miles to St. Augustine Beach

Property manager

Lindsay Alzarooni

Languages

English

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Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours at 10pm- 7 days a week

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Davis Shores, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider World Golf Village and Walker Charters. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, power boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.

St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

Flagler College - 19 min walk
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 20 min walk
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 2 min drive
Lightner Museum - 3 min drive
St. George Street - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬16 min walk
‪A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom - ‬16 min walk
‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬16 min walk
‪The Conch House Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best of Both Worlds: Location and Amenities! located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Matanzas River, Flagler College and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. St. George Street is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Corey M.

26 June 2023

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

The best pool ever

We stayed here again just for the pool and backyard. The big ledge plus the spa is perfect for little kids. The rest of the house is great too. The only con is the kitchen is sorely needing some updated kitchenware. Only like 5 plates and the cups are stainedv. And no larger pots made it challenging to cook for the group. There are new owners though so hopefully they will remedy this. :)

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney L.

17 June 2023

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

Fantastic Place

What a great place to stay! This house was so close to everything, even within walking distance to some great restaurants, and only a short drive from everything else. The neighborhood was quiet and great for walking and riding bikes. The host, Lindsay, was quick to respond to any issue or question. On the day of check in the washer was broken (noticed by the cleaning crew) and they quickly had it replaced. Also the batteries in the door lock were dying and those were quickly replaced as well. The house had a great lay out and was so bright and airy. Beds were comfy and rooms were spacious. The pool was fabulous amd refreshing especially after a morning at the beach and walking around town. We didn't use the fire pit, but it was nice amd had chairs to sit around it. They even had a Pac-Man game in the garage area, which was a hit with the kids. There was not a playground as pictured, but I assumed it was ruined in one of the storms (already addressed with the host), but the bounce house was available to use. I did suggest a new set of pots and pans, a full set of dishes, and a guest book, which they are working on. Overall, we would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rena S., Counce

13 May 2023

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A TRUE PARADISE

The property was even better than I expected!! It was so nicely decorated, the beds were very comfortable, there were plenty of towels, washcloths, and beach towels, and lots of pool toys and floats. There were 7 of us there to celebrate my oldest daughter graduating high school. She had a blast getting to spend everyday in the pool. The backyard is a true paradise. We relaxed in the pool and watched pink flamingos fly over multiple times. They are my favorite bird!!! We grilled out one day using the grill provided and my own mother spent so much time in the hammock that is attached to 2 palm trees. The location of the home is so close to all the things you could ever dream of doing. My husband and I would love to come back with all 4 of our kids so they can experience the joy we felt. It was our first time in St. Augustine, and it did not disappoint!! The host was also always available to answer any questions. Food recommendations: SARBEZ, Pizza Time, GAS Full Service Restaurant, Marina Munch(Funkadelic food truck was so good), Salt Life Food Shack, Prohibition Kitchen, Kookaburra 312, Island Donuts, and Rita's Italian Ice and Custard.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

29 Apr 2023

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Amazing

Great property. Can't say more about the backyard but great especially for kids or entertaining. Pool and spa was amazing. Pool was cleaned 2 times during stay. Modern appliances, river view, great beds and tvs. Recommendation, walk to whetstone chocalates and Osteen seafood.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

28 Feb 2023

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Very comfortable & relaxing

We had a wonderful time at this property! The pool and hot tub are great to relax in. The kitchen is superbly equipped to satisfy any of your cooking expeditions, with everything from a Keurig to a waffle maker. The beds are very comfortable and made for a great night’s sleep. We enjoyed the short walks across the Lion’s Bridge to get to the historic district…great location! I did suggest to the owner that a welcome & operations book (that describes the house systems, WiFi, garbage, favorite restaurants nearby & attractions) etc, should be on the counter for guests to familiarize themselves. I hope that this is implemented as it would reduce a lot of confusion. Also a guest sign-in book would be nice, for visitors to share their experiences with owner, and each other, and brag about favorite restaurants and activities they’ve done! Richard was exemplary in immediately contacting us to answer any questions or concerns. Had a great time here and I know you will too. 😊

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

27 Feb 2023

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

Family Florida Vacationw

We had a lovely time. The property is well maintained and comfortable. The salt water pool and hot tub were very nice. We were within walking distance of historic St. Augustine. Only real negative - the router kept going out and had to be reset. Overall, we would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Steven C.

14 Feb 2023

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

Cool mid-century vibe. But pool and hot tub too cool :(

Great size for family. Nice TVs. Our visit was Feb. 5-11. Our overall rating was based on the fact that the pool was way too cold to tolerate. (And I am used to swimming in a cool, spring fed lake). We contacted the owner. The pool heater cannot always heat the pool sufficiently. I had planned on using the pool to do PT. Raising the pool temp with the WI-FI controller did not help. We could raise the hot tub temp moderately by keeping it on for a long time (maybe up to 90 degrees). We would have booked elsewhere if we had known we could not use the pool.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

10 Jan 2023

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Family vacation

Great location for walking to Night of Light and old town restaurants and shops. Very much enjoyed the hottub! The beaches too!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Vilano beach

13 Dec 2022

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Relaxing stay

We both enjoyed the home, its location , pool and hot tub.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F. F.

31 July 2022

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Darlene’s Family Vacation

Location was perfect, convenient to everything! Loved the house, hammock and having a grill was great! Pool was absolutely perfect! Owner was quick to respond when I had a question! Would absolutely stay here again! Thank you for allowing us to stay at your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

22 June 2022

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Great accommodations!

Absolutely great time here and would come back again. The house and location were better than expected. The owner was extremely responsive and helpful during our stay. This was our first time using VRBO so this place sets the bar very high!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsea S.

23 May 2022

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Great way to experience historic St Augustine

We had a wonderful time! The house was just what we needed for my husband, myself, my in-laws and our three girls (5 and younger). So much to do at the home itself! The pool was amazing, loved the ledge for our youngest daughter. We brought pool toys but they weren't needed as it was well stocked. The hammock was my favorite place to be. The girls loved the arcade game. The neighborhood was a great place for evening walks and everyone was so friendly. We walked downtown multiple times, the girls loved walking over the bridge! We hope to stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

27 Apr 2022

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Backyard Oasis

My family and I truly enjoyed our stay here. The house is beautiful and had everything we needed for our vacation. The backyard is huge and perfect for a game of Bocce ball. The patio, pool, hot tub and putting green also got plenty of use as my children never wanted to leave. We even found a hammock in the storage room and my husband purchased straps to hang it. The location is a short walk (0.08 miles to be exact) to downtown and we did it easily a total of three times with a stroller and two children. The only con and it has NOTHING to do with the house or the owners is that the neighbor directly to the right of the property is a very crabby man who thinks nothing about calling the police and wasting tax payer dollars when he hears even the slightest noise coming from this rental after 9pm. All in all it was an amazing trip and we definitely will be back. We are hopeful that by next spring the neighbor finds his happy place and moves to the country where evening talking and splashing doesn’t effect his everyday happiness.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

29 Mar 2022

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Great house perfect for families

The house was in a nice location with proximity to downtown, tourist sites, and the beach. The heated pool and spa were wonderful and the backyard was great. We enjoyed our stay and the owners/managers were responsive and helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Caitlin S.

19 Mar 2022

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Very good location and nice property

The pool, hot tub and backyard were great bonuses to the stay at the house which was large enough for 3 adults and one teen. We enjoyed being close to downtown St. Augustine without the crowds and traffic on a quiet residential street. The host was very responsive and accommodative to the questions we had. A consideration for the future is to furnish the kitchen a bit more with pots, pans, etc. to make it functional to prepare family meals. That being said, we had all of the essentials and made breakfast at home each day before heading out.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

19 Mar 2022

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Paradise found !

If you like QUIET right next to EVERYTHING, then this is your place. We had 4 adults with 4 kidos under age 6 and we still had plenty of room . The neighbors were friendly and the neighborhood is great for walks/runs. I was amazed how close everything was. As other reviews have stated, you can walk to almost everything. The kids loved to walk over the bridge of Lions and BANG, your in the middle of everything ! If I were to nit pic one thing it is the lack of dresser draws in two of the bedrooms, but that's really it and Richard will address this issue I'm sure. He was great, pleasant to talk with and responsive to my questions. He even has his "guy" take the trash to the curb ! How good is that ! Oh, did I mention..... The pool and spa ARE SPETUCULAR ! Overall the pictures of this property are exactly what you get but BETTER ! Thanks Richard for a wonderful family vacation.

Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Sandy M.

20 Feb 2022

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Very nice and convenient.

It was an excellent stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlie J., Westerville, Ohio

15 Jan 2022

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A Do Again!!!

We had a great time. Comfy beds and bathrooms. Outside was set up so nice. Too cold to use the pool and spa but was nice to look at! Kitchen had everything we needed. So close to Lions Bridge. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

nataliya l., United States

8 Jan 2022

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Perfect for families or small groups!

Very close to downtown of St Augustine; yet, away from crowds. We walked over the bridge every day and did not need a car to do all the downtonw siteseeing. The house is also very close to Anastasia Park, Lighthouse and Alligator Farm. The house is very well maintained and stocked. There was not anything missing, lacking, or not working. They even have a highchair! Hot tub is an icing on the cake! All adults and babies enjoyed the stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil K.

4 Jan 2022

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

AMAZING LOCATION AND CHARMING HOUSE

We absolutely loved our stay. The house décor and layout was perfect for our group. (we had 7 adults in our party staying for the week). Loved the pool, hot tub and backyard too....just like having your own quiet private oasis! The pool water temp this time of year was even warm enough to swim laps! The house was well equipped with what we needed to cook. We found was location was perfect for walking over the Bridge of Lions to the downtown area..(less then 15mins!) All in all hands down, it was a great place to stay for us to celebrate Christmas, and ring in the New Year 2022 too!! Thanks for sharing your lovely home!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

5 Oct 2021

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My kids really enjoyed this house

We like to visit St Augustine a couple of times a year. This house has a convenient location, a nice quiet neighborhood, and a great outdoor setup. We would rent again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

11 Sept 2021

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great place

It's was a great place to stay, the people across that street was very nice. The only complaint I have is the people in the house next to us seemed to be always watching us. this made us very uncomfortable.

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S., Green Bay

1 Sept 2021

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Location, responsive host and so so clean

Husband, daughter and 2 grandkids spent a week at Richard's property. It was the perfect rental for us. The outside had a big backyard with water bouncy house, super clean pool with plenty of patio seating, and a hot tub. Inside all the rooms were spacious, super clean and we love the decorating. Richard is an attentive host. The dryer died on our 2nd day at the house. I called Richard and we had a replacement dryer installed the same day. We walked to downtown so didn't have to deal with parking. It was a fun vacation for all of us.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara K.

18 July 2021

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Will for sure be back!

We seriously enjoyed staying here. It was perfect for our family (20 month and 8 years). Pool was amazing. House was clean and perfectly decorated. Location was wonderful, we were able to walk downtown for dinner and not fight for parking. Normally I am so ready to be home after a week away but my husband and I said we could have stayed another week!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jerad Y.

2 Apr 2021

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Great Place!

My family had a wonderful stay. Kids are ages 10 / 7 / 5. They loved the pool / hot tub along with all the extra toys. The property is walkable to downtown and a short drive to the beach. Would recommend and book again.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021