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Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly

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Exterior
Pool
Exterior
Brand new Trex deck off the great room upstairs
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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St George Isl, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. George Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • St George Lighthouse
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly

This magnificent home has an open floor plan with warm, inviting decor and gorgeous views from the large sunlit great room. The pristine beach is a short walk away on the beach path next to the house, with no streets to cross.

The great room features a vaulted wood beam ceiling and a gas fireplace. Two French patio doors lead to a large new Trex deck with a patio table and chairs where you can enjoy the beautiful view with your morning coffee.

The dining area offers a big table and comfortable chairs. There is an exceptional kitchen with custom-built cabinets. Stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, granite counters, and a wet bar make meal preparation a breeze. It is well stocked for any chef. The upstairs laundry room provides a washer and dryer.

Three master suites (2 king, 1 queen) - each with access to spacious decks have various bathroom amenities such as a jetted tub and a walk-in shower with double shower heads. 4th Bedroom has twin beds and its own bath and deck. A second living area can be used as an office or fifth bedroom with a daybed and trundle.

Indoor entertainment is provided by TVs in every bedroom. There is a Playstation 4 console in the large living room and an XBox Console in the office/fifth bedroom.

Other amenities include 2 WIFI networks, a high chair & port-a-crib for the little ones.

Outside features include a private heated pool (a fee of $300/week to have heated), a hot/cold outdoor shower, a park style grill, and an outdoor sink with a fish cleaning station.

There are several bicycles, 2 beach carts, beach towels, and plenty of other beach gear in the storage room.



SPECIALS:

Repeat Guests: If you stayed at our home before for a week or a month's vacation, please take advantage of our 5% Repeat Renter Discount when booking your island beach escape.

We offer additional discounts from time to time that can be combined with the repeat renter discount.

Property manager

Owner
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs under 30 lbs please
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please refer to rental agreement for detailed cancellation policy
We cater to family groups and cannot accept reservations for vacationing students or house parties.
We do not rent to students even if one or more parents accompanies them, or to groups under the age of 25.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. George Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Plantation, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St George Isl, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sikes Cut - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 9.9 km
  • St George Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 9.3 km
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 18 min drive - 11.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bj's Pizza & Subs - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly have a pool?

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

Is Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Heated Pool, Short Walk to Beach, Great Reviews, Dog Friendly located?

This family-friendly St. George Island holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of St. George Island Beach and Sikes Cut. St. George Lighthouse and St George Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving weekend trip
We had a very nice holiday weekend stay. The house was well-equipped, and we especially appreciated the welcome package the host left us. Vlad was very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions or problems we had. I would highly recommend it and look forward to being able to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home
Place was as advertised, great communication with owner. Loved the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Second Time at this property and we love it!
We love this property. The layout of the house, location, great communication with the owner, heated pool, short walk to the beach, and it has everything you need. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B., Bowling Green

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Week
Great house for a relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
End of July vacay
Located in the Plantation, a little bit of a drive to get to Apalachicola, but not bad. Easy beach access. House is comfortable, but as others have mentioned it could use some refreshing. Pool was a good size for our group of nine. PM was quick to help with any issues. Very relaxing place to stay and affordable compared to Anna Maria Is!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Loved Our Stay at "As Good as It Gets"
We loved the house and had a great time. The house was very convenient to the ocean and it was so nice to have our own pool.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
The house was beautiful and fully stocked. It was just as the pictures portrayed. We had a wonderful time and will go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at “As Good As It Gets.” The property was accurately described on the listing. The owner was very responsive to every question and very accommodating to any request.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Loved “As Good As It Gets”
Very nice house with great layout for 6 adults and 4 children. Short walk to the beach on the nature trail was fine for all (even the 3 year old). Pool area was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DIETER V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house
Beautiful and well-maintained house, especially spacious living room and kitchen area with large windows and a nice deck. Very easy access to the beach. Nice amenities on plantation (fitness room, tennis and pickleball courts). Owner was super-responsive and made everything a breeze.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cali Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip
We had a short walk to the beach and a private pool that was plenty big. The house was stocked with everything we needed to cook at home and we were in a beautiful part of the plantation. The drive in is gorgeous. Everything was freshly cleaned when we arrived and beds were very comfortable. We loved St George and will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joe V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Wonderful week!
Loved the property. Lots of room, nice pool, and private deck for each room. Only problem for us was that it was crappy weather and would have like to been closer to the ocean with a view. Very good time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mike K., Birmingham,Al

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family Vacation
We were very happy with the house and pool the 200 steps to the beach is miss leading. It's a good 350 or more on a path not very well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ginny H.

Wonderful Vacation
This home is awesome! Loved that each bedroom had it own bathroom. The layout was great. Main floor was open so everyone could be together while preparing meals. Kitchen had all the dishes and cooking utensils you needed. Pool was excellent and walk to the beach was short. Owner was very communicative and had great customer service. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent/ flawless
Interaction with management/ Owner was a exceptional. Beautiful well equipped and maintained home. Location to beach is perfect. Very quiet area, if you are looking for minimal interaction with other people and a private beach this is the place. 100% !!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As good as it gets!
Great beach vacation! Everything was as stated in listing! Short walk to beach with some crab sightings that our grandchildren loved! Tons shells at beach saw dolphins everyday, house had everything we needed. Bikes, beach chairs, plenty of space for 6 adults and 2 littles! Loved St. George island very laid back, not super crowded, we brought our dog, island is extremely dog friendly can take them to dinner with you. Most relaxed vacation we have had at beach. Pool was so nice to take break from waves. Vlad was very responsive with all our questions! The only recommendation I have is to bring bug spray for the no see’ems, flys and mosquitos. Or buy some at the local piggly wiggly. Cannot go wrong with renting this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic beach house
We loved everything about as good as it gets. Quiet neighborhood with very little traffic, lovely bike paths everywhere so we rode everyday. Love biking so much that we rented three more bikes so we had 6 for all of us to ride together each day. Beach is an easy walk from ghe house with a flat path and no stairs. Very nice people we encountered on the beach but really it’s so quiet and few people on the beach that some day we had it to our selves. House had everything we needed. Had one minor issue and owner responded with a phone call within minutes. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

Wonderful family vacation - August 2017
House was very clean. Owner could not have been more responsive during booking process and follow up was great. This was our 2nd time on SGI as a family of 6 adults and 3 small children, but our first time in the plantation. The plantation with the fitness center and huge resort pool are simply an amazing way to spend a vacation. This house in particular offered a great deal of privacy and really was 3 minute walk to the ocean. Kitchen had everything we could possibly need to prepare our own meals for an entire work. Definitely recommending this house and owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peaceful stay
This is a well kept, beautiful and secluded property with ready access to the beaches as well as to the many wooded walking paths on the plantation property. It was wonderful to wake to the roar of the surf and to look out into the surrounding woods to watch the bird life and the swaying pines. The home is comfortable and well laid out with everything needed for a stress free stay. I would highly recommend this rental for both small and large groups as, for several weeks, it was just my wife and I alone with other family staying for one week of our rental ... we did not feel "lost" in a house that was too big as the layout is quite cozy but we did not feel at all crowded when joined by 4 more adults and several toddlers.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway at St. George Island
This is the first time visiting St. George Island for my immediate family. We are beach/coast loving people and we were not disappointed! Exploring new locations is always exciting. The property was perfect for my family, 7 adults, 1 four year old, a 3 month old and small dog. I cannot say enough about the host and how accommodating he is. Very concerned that his renters have an enjoyable vacation. The house, pool, and surroundings give you that relaxed, tropical feel. Would highly recommend this property for anyone interested in renting, the whole process went so smoothly. Loved the relaxed, lay back feel of the town. Mary E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for multigenerational family
Stayed a week with family aged 2-78. The house accommodated everyone with private bathrooms and patios for each bedroom. Nicely equipped for infant and lots of beach accessories. The only issue was a missing screen on the porch and it was fixed in less than 24 hrs - great response! There is no elevator so make sure everyone can do stairs - kitchen / family room is on the top floor! Great place, beautiful neighborhood, not crowded beach with shallow sand bar. I wish we could have taken advantage of the wonderful walking/biking trails in neighborhood but it was way too hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbey B.

Great house, great owner!
The house was a short walk to the beach and a short drive to the Cut! The house has awesome decks, including a screened in option, which is great for protecting against the bugs. The pool was a nice feature, especially when heated in the sometimes cooler March temperatures. We had a minor issue with the dryer and the owner was super responsive and had someone on site the next day to attend to the issue. The kitchen is large and has all the essentials. Bathrooms are connected to each bedroom and the beds were comfortable. We enjoyed our stay at SGI and hope to repeat in the future! We would highly recommend this house!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Merle G., Oklahoma City

Ideal home for our family vacation
This beautiful, clean, well-kept house surrounded by the lush trees of the Plantation was even better than we imagined. Perfect arrangement of bedrooms, baths, and balconies for our needs: two families below, grandparents' room, kitchen and great room above. We fully enjoyed the pool with outside shower and appreciated the short walk through the "woods" to the beach. This house made our second visit to wonderful St. George even nicer than the first. In addition, the owner was responsive and helpful when a relative tried to mail us needed medication. We learned that mail is not delivered to the addresses in this gated community from the post office in East Point---but we were able to pick it up. Our vacation pictures are getting oohs and aahs--and we'll recommend As Good as it Gets to anyone who asks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Army Reunion
Four couples stayed at "As Good As It Gets" for 5 full days ,and we had a wonderful time. Each couple had a bedroom and bath with a porch off each room. After our morning exercise, we all hit the pool. Since the afternoons are still hot in September, we gathered at the dining room table and played games. The kitchen was well equipped. I appreciated having two coffee pots since I was the lone decaf drinker. The house could benefit from some maintenance. The bifold closet door in one bedroom came off the track. A hinge on one kitchen cabinet was coming loose. It also could use a deep cleaning. But, I would rent the house again as both the owner and the property management company were very responsive when called.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

sue W.

Great week at the Beach
The home was great for our group. Difficult to see the ocean, but the walk to the beach was very short. House was well equipped for a large group..Did not find a can opener, but we did not request it from the property mgr. The one time we called , as we could not find the coffee filters, the mgr assisted us immediately. Each room was very comfortable and everything was as it was described.. An easy and comfortable home for a week. The pool was very nice. My only suggestion is the hot tub (which we did not use and was partially covered) appeared to be breeding mosquitoes, and the walk to the beach through the path was overloaded with them, so we walked around the road to the beach. This may just be the time of year, and there was not much of a breeze on several days. Possibly take a mosquito foggier and lots of repellent!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

About the host

Hosted by Owner

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We live in Roswell, GA, a suburb of Atlanta. We visit our beach house about 3-4 times a year and regret leaving it each time we have to go back to our busy lives in the big city.

Why they chose this property

We first discovered the natural beauty and the pristine beaches of St George Island in 2011. We purchased our house in the Spring of 2013 - both of us had immediately agreed that "this one is for us" after only glancing at the pictures.

The Island offers a unique combination of uncrowded beaches, no high rises, great fishing, and an overall Old Florida feel that is becoming harder and harder to find.

We chose the Plantation for the added security of the 24-hour gated access, beautiful native vegetation, and park-like landscape maintenance. The Plantation also has special building restrictions and protective covenants to ensure very low building density. Having underground utility lines is a big plus as well.

Our house is one of the relatively newer ones built in the Plantation (2004), and up to the highest coastal construction standards. It has high grade Andersen windows and doors, a new Trex second level deck, custom kitchen cabinetry, new SS appliances. There is quality trim and finishes throughout.

We love our beach house and try our best to make sure that it is always in an excellent condition.

What makes this property unique

A beautiful, secluded white-sand beach for long walks, shelling, or just playing in the sand. Gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. An unbelievably clear night sky (when was the last time you saw the Milky Way in the city?). A private, heated pool and a hot tub for relaxing after a day at the beach.

The Plantation has a great new clubhouse with a three quarter Olympic size community swimming pool, shaded picnic area, and fitness room. Amenities also include three tennis courts, a privately owned/public use landing strip, and access to excellent fishing at Bob Sike's Cut. The are plenty of paved paths for bicyclists, jogging and walking enthusiasts.

St. George is close to historic Apalachicola, a quaint old town with art galleries, gift stores, restaurants, and the best oysters in the world.

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