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Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks

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View from dock back to Longvue
River side Porch
Corner of Loggia to dock
Entry (street) Facade
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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St Augustine, FL
  • Palencia Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • World Golf Village
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • South Ponte Vedra Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Murphy Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom #4 Master

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks

Longvue is an Old Florida house set on private Medicis island in the Intracoastal Waterway surrounded by the Guana/Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (73,000 acres) and Stokes Landing Conservation Preserve (300 acres). Private floating dock with tidal access to the IWC. Very private island with 6 residences. The 10 acre island is surrounded by rivers, marsh flats and fresh water ponds. Boat/Kayak to the National Reserve and walk the trails to S. Ponte Vedra Beach.

Longvue sits on over 1 acre with 330' of marsh frontage and open lawn on three sides. Open and bright 2,600 sf floor plan with vaulted ceilings and french doors leading to wrap-around brick Terraces. The property has a beautiful canopy of coastal live oaks, palms and magnolias and plenty of open yard on all sides. Manatee and Porpoise feed in the marsh creeks along with an amazing variety of birds and waterfowl. Beds are Queen, Twins and King at Master with most beds having trundles underneath (see photos for floor plan and bed Spec). Wood burning fire place in the River Room. New 60" flatscreen with commercial speed wifi. The Family Room has separate 1/2 bath and can be used as a 5th bedroom. The property is a great place for your dog (extra pet cleaning fee applies). We have just installed a new variable speed HVAC system with dehumidification as well as new well and septic pumps to eliminate issues during your stay. Also a new septic system/pumps/drain fields as well as new water well pumps and irrigation pumps. There is a new refrigerator and dishwasher (8/2020) as well as a new set of washer & dryer (7/2020). This is a family weekend River House so the furniture is not perfect but elegant, timeless and comfortable. There are no screens on the windows.

There is a new Publix approximately 1 mile north of Stokes Landing Rd. on US1 at Palencia.

The yard to Longvue is mostly to the east and south and has 330’ of marsh frontage so there is plenty of yard and space as the neighbors to the south are set far back and around the cul-du-sac. $150 additional cleaning fee will be requested after booking for guests with pets.

Amazing saltwater fishing on fly or light tackle with world class flood tide flat fishing in September thru December as well as duck hunting in season at the Guana Preserve. Extra Large Green Egg grill/smoker next to pre-civil war era sugar kettle / brick fire pit. Private Horse Farm 1/4 mile just off-island for horse back riding on the island. This is a natural Florida aquifer & well so the water does have a sulphur mineral aroma for those not used to Florida water. We have a regular well system cleaning service.

No weddings, gatherings or events are allowed as per home owners association policy - please review the rules and penalties.

Property manager

Joseph S. Cronk

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Events/Weddings require approval and fees.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Holiday weekends require a seven night minimum.

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
Note from host: Events/Weddings require approval and fees.
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in St. Augustine, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Anastasia State Park and Vilano Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore World Golf Village. World Golf Hall of Fame and St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Palencia Club - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • World Golf Village - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Vilano Beach - 21 min drive - 20.7 km
  • South Ponte Vedra Beach - 28 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve - 29 min drive - 29.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head British Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Kate's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cap's On The Water - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Intracoastal Waterfront House on Private island surrounded by National Parks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Tolomato River and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Water + Stone Gallery. Fort Mose Historic State Park and San Sebastian River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great spot

It’s not often that the results and better than you anticipated. That’s the case with Longvue. It was like home away from home. Very quiet location beautiful view of the marsh, and the house was so nice for the four of us. A great three weeks.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

The house was wonderful! Cant wait to go back.

House and property was just as listed. Everything was great. We really enjoyed the evenings out by the fire pit after cooking on the grill.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

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

Remarkable Home

This was the second time our family stayed at this beautiful home. The house is truly beautiful, and the location is magical. The owners are also generous and responsive. We highly recommend the property.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garry H.

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

Feeling at home near St. Augustine

We used this VRBO as a place of refuge after busy days touring nearby St. Augustine. We watched the tides come and go in the salt marsh and saw a variety of wildlife. The sunrise was amazing. Heavy rains kept us inside much of the time, but we lit up the back yard every night. This is a great property if you want to feel "at home".
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C., Carmel, U.S.A.

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

Serene touch with nature

Beautiful setting with gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. Comfortable furnishings with all that one would need. Joseph responded immediately to all our questions and needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Beautiful inland home on the water

Great experience. Home was very clean, artfully decorated, spacious and bright with a beautiful view. Perfect place to hang out in good weather and bad. Communication with owner was seamless and easy. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C., Columbia

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

Incredible

We had the best time here- we paddle boarded, kayaked, and fished with the most amazing view. It was as so relaxing for the adults yet still kept all our children entertained with lots of fun AND off their electronics. It was such a beautiful place. Thank you so much for sharing your house for others to experience
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen G.

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

Beautiful Marsh Views!

Stunning views and property off the beaten path! You feel far away but are close to everything you need: Publix, restaurants, and downtown St. Augustine all close by. If you enjoy the marsh tides, birdlife, and fishing, you will enjoy this place. Our family of 4 plus 2 small dogs loved their weekend getaway. Thanks Joe!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tommy B.

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

Great Place to Relax with Family

This was our first time as a family renting a house on the intercoastal area around Ponte Vedra. We have always stayed in a Beach House directly on the beach. We wanted to try something different this year and it was wonderful. The house was in a beautiful location. View from the main living area was outstanding every day. 20 to 30 minute drive to the beach, where the private public beaches with no houses was wonderful. At the house, first time my 3 kids ever fished at the beach and it was a great added activity that created a lot of memories. The fishing was right off the back dock and was very good the four days we did it. Kids usually wanted to leave beach early to get back to fish as the high tide was getting close. Same distance to all of our favorite restaurants in the area as in previous years. Overall, great location, very peaceful and great family time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janina W.

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

Close to everything, but off the beaten path. A magical place!

What a beautiful home! It was so relaxing to sit out on the dock with our morning coffee and watch the birds fly by. It’s close to St. Augustine, the beaches, restaurants, and grocery stores, yet when you are here, you feel like you are a million miles away from it all. Our very first evening here, we went to sit on the dock and watch my son fish. We noticed something chewing on the grass off the dock, and realized it was a manatee! It ended up swimming right past us, and got so close I was able to capture it on video. We unfortunately didn’t see it again (we looked EVERY night!), but what a warm welcome! House is spacious and beautifully decorated. Beds were comfy and we all slept well. Neighbors are quiet. Hope to be back at some point In the near future! Thank you for renting your lovely home out to us, we had such a nice time :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

amy r.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

good and bad

The cover photo of the property is clearly an older one Since it was taken there is a new build within a a few feet of the north side of the house. A massive marble deck was installed when we rented and the loud, jarring noise of tile . cutting saws started at 8:30 am until 6:pm Next the chain saws for another 3 days of tree removal then the owner would get the leaf blower out just as we started to grill outdoors. It was disturbing and truly ruined the tranquil beauty of the conservation area. Inside the home was clean, nicely decorated and the beds were comfortable. A shower head had to be replaced in the master bath. Outside the big green egg grill was broken had to be repaired. Trash had to be cleaned up from what had clearly been a big bon fire party with previous tenants. a
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

WONDERFUL STAY in TRANQUILITY!!

Fantastic Thanksgiving week on what felt like a Nature Preserve! Quiet setting, gracious house, and nature’s constant performance. Everything was excellent! House exactly as shown: felt like walking into a book or onto a movie set. So unique. So private. Lit the outside lights and felt like a romantic party for two. In awe of the amazing SUNRISE, without even getting out of bed! The people who built the house must have slept on the site and marked the absolute best location for the sunrise. It was a perfect production every morning! Of course, all of the charm of St. Augustine was fewer than 10 miles away but we couldn’t find a good enough reason to leave the sanctuary of Longvue! We sat and watched the birds and sea creatures and kept time by the changing tides. Appreciated use of their canoe for a peaceful adventure. Our two dogs ran free, never tempted to leave the beautiful grounds. It was a marvelous respite! Pictures are accurate, though difficult to really capture the grace and comfort. Tv room closes off by French doors, so quiet but not too sequestered. Upstairs bedrooms have the personality of an old time beach house, beds for 5. Downstairs bedroom ...like sleeping right outside in the trees. Very Nice and helpful hosts. Neighbors seen only twice in their own big backyard: quiet, friendly and helpful. Everything was wonderful, can’t wait to visit again!! Thank you for sharing your exceptional sanctuary!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Fantastic, Again.

Love this property! Second stay. Quiet, quiet, quiet…and much needed. The marsh view and wildlife is a perfect combo with morning coffee. Can’t wait until the next visit. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lily M.

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

Welcome to paradise

What a lovely experience, in a gorgeous home. The house was super comfortable, well equipped and tastefully decorated in the style of the home. Although it felt like we were isolated anything needed was a short drive away. The morning sunrises over the marsh were breathtaking. Our only downfall was that we arrived right after hurricane Nicole so the grounds were still very saturated and muddy.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Great time

Very comfortable and nice home, stocked with pretty much everything you need. The view and setting are exceptional and the house has a lot of character and charm we would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

bill b., Madeira Beach, Florida

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

St Augustine

Property was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

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

Perfect Location

Location was perfect and the house was clean and charming. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Amazing View!!

Fantastic stay, beautiful property, quiet peaceful and view is beyond awesome. I did not want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Amazing property!

The owner was a pleasure to communicate with and the property was gorgeous. It was chilly most evenings, so the outdoor fire pit came in handy. The big green egg smoker was utilized most days as well. Overall a gorgeous and peaceful property and I look forward to returning. Thanks to the owner(s) for sharing your property!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Peaceful retreat!

Pros: -Beautiful, house and picturesque property! -Comfortable, cosy setting and house clean and beautifully decorated with all comforts of home -Appreciated being able to have our dog stay with us Cons- -There were major issues with entry door and back door didn’t lock well. -Upstairs shower head issue rendered bathroom for showering useless. -Previous guests did not clean up the yard well after their dogs. With cons addressed would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jennifer c.

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

Beautiful place

We loved this place. We were able to put our kayaks right off the dock in the backyard. It had everything needed. Very relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

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

Memories

This house is true to it's listing - this house was warm, inviting and peaceful, with a beautiful view. There is a firepit and a green egg grill. We enjoyed relaxing, visiting and cooking with family. We had a wonderful time and I am sure that we will come and stay again. It is about 15 minutes North of historic St. Augustine, easy to get to and there is a Publix nearby. The Boggess Family
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

susan p., salem ny

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

Lovely waterfront experience!

This is our second stay and it was perfect. The location is beautiful and private with quiet neighbors. The house was clean, comfortable, well stocked and so charming. Extremely enjoyable experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect 65th BDay Celebration stay 1/2021

This vacation felt like we were staying in a home right out of the pages of a Southern Living Magazine! The decor was beautiful and welcoming. The stone floors were my favorite. And the location of this estate was magnificent! We woke up to stunning sunrises reflecting in the the marsh inlets. And in the distance we could see yachts traveling down the ICW. The quite starlit nights were perfect for our campfires and roasting marshmallows. We only wish we had more time to stay. Jen A Silverstrand, Oxnard, CA
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannan T.

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

Tranquil vacation

Our family enjoyed the tranquil setting of the home and space it provided. Everything we needed to relax was beautifully provided. Not much much luck with fishing, but everyone enjoyed going out on the water or just enjoying sitting on the dock together. We look forward to coming back and staying for longer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

About the host

Hosted by Joseph S. Cronk

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We are a family of 6 who have lived on Medicis Island since 2003 when we were the only residents. We have one in college, one at home and live between St Augustine and Avondale, Florida

Why they chose this property

Fishing, relaxing, a day on the boat to St. Augustine and the beaches. We have enjoyed Longvue cottage for over 20 years and it will always be a part of our extended family. Longvue cottage was built by the daughter and Dr. husband of the original owners of Diego island who purchased the property in 1945 after participating in the engineering and construction of the original IWC. He built the original cottage on the north side of the island which remains a family retreat.

What makes this property unique

330' of marsh river frontage on over 1 acre. Open yard space on both sides offers privacy with a live oak canopy for shade. The island is surrounded by national & state parks and the views are east to Guana State Park and South to Stokes State Park so only two houses in sight in 360 degrees. Ocean breezes over the water keep the evening cool and help with bugs in the summer.

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English
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