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DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug!

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Just one of many glorious sunrises!  Welcome to C-Scape at Seawatch Condos!
Aerial View of Seawatch Condos with Pool, Tennis Court, and Beach Walk-Over!
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Relax with a cold drink by the pool!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 7114.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Vilano Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • St. George Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Suite

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug!

Imagine rolling out of bed and watching the dolphin play in the early morning, or enjoy a cup of coffee out on the beach walkover benches, or take a stroll down the beach to the jetties! ** Welcome to "C-Scape"! ** Check out the 5 STAR reviews, photos, and video!! Taking reservations now for 2024 & 2025! This is a Vilano Beach beauty in Seawatch Condos, on the north side of St. Augustine Inlet, away from "touristy" St. Augustine Island! Scroll through the photos and see this STUNNING top floor condo, on the 3rd floor, literally 3 steps off the elevator! No "sideways", "courtyard", or "peek-a-boo" ocean views here... This is ** DIRECT OCEANFRONT ** with panoramic views of the beautiful beach & ocean! 2 LARGE bedrooms and 2 beautiful baths, sleeps 7 comfortably and has been FULLY-UPDATED throughout! Amenities include a large, sparkling POOL with lounge chairs, Tennis/Pickleball Court, Covered parking + Guest parking, outdoor shower & rinse-off station, and private dune walk-over with bench seating! SUPER-CONVENIENT LOCATION ... literally 2 minutes to Publix Supermarket & liquor store, great restaurants, boat rentals & water tours, public boat ramp, and just 7 minutes to downtown St. Augustine & attractions! No need to worry about loud Spring Breakers or tons of tourists here...this is a quiet, laid-back community with all the conveniences! COMPLETELY UPDATED, coastal condo has light gray ceramic plank flooring throughout, white Craftsman-style kitchen & bath cabinetry with stunning granite & marble countertops, beautiful furniture, stainless appliances, knockdown ceilings, freshly painted & modern throughout! Nothing outdated here! GORGEOUS open kitchen is fully-equipped and overlooks the dining & living room combo. Special features include 55" flat screen Smart TV with cable subscription services like Netflix, Amazon Video, YouTube, etc., FAST Wifi, large 13 x 13 covered patio with comfortable, outdoor furniture & BBQ grill, plus long balcony with panoramic views of the beach & ocean! 2 KING size beds with remote control adjustable heads, plus 1 queen sleeper sofa, and 1 twin sleeper chair with premium foam mattresses, sleeps 7 comfortably. "MyPillow" brand pillows, body pillows, luxury sheets, and a fabulous open floor plan, all designed for comfort! Check out the photos & video, you won't believe how GORGEOUS it is! The PRIME LOCATION in the center of the building allows you to easily watch the kids & grandkids in the pool out front, or on the beach out back! The elevator, just outside the front door, makes access a breeze for everyone! 1 covered parking place plus ample uncovered guest parking. The owners have provided everything you need for a fabulous getaway, including starter shampoo/conditioner/soap/sunscreen in the baths, folding beach chairs, beach umbrellas, 10x10 folding beach canopy, beach sand toys, beach towels, boogie boards, 4 tennis racquets & 4 pickleball racquets & balls, beach cooler, and even a convenient folding cart for taking everything down to the beach through the elevator! The large dining table will seat 8 comfortably, plus there are 4 counter-height barstools at the kitchen bar. The COFFEE BAR features both a "Ninja" brand specialty coffeemaker AND Keurig Coffeemaker, and is perfect for your morning java or as an adult beverage bar in the evenings. For the little ones, we provide a high chair, sink step-up stool, baby changing pad, baby wash tub, and Pack n' Play. Each bathroom features a shower with detachable, hand-held shower head (no bathtubs on-site). Sorry, no pets, due to HOA rules and guest allergies. HURRY! Our calendar fills very quickly and we are booking reservations for the rest of the year! All guests need to complete and return our Standard Rental Agreement attached to the booking confirmation to finalize their reservation. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AS OUR GUEST THIS SEASON!! We have TWO (2) units with identical floor plans in this community, so please inquire for availability of our "Sand Dollar" unit, listing number 3197676, just down the breezeway and on the same floor as "C-Scape", with the same panoramic oceanfront views! See you soon!

Property manager

Mike & Karyn Carter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Beach balls and sand toys provided!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please dispose of cigarette butts appropriately.
Sorry, HOA rules will not allow renters, guests, or visitors to have animals on the property. This includes Emotional Support Animals.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore World Golf Village. Consider Castle Otttis for a night out or Potter's Wax Museum if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • St. George Street - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Flagler College - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaches at Vilano - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kingfish Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪180 Vilano Grill & Pizza - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vilano Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Vilano Beach, Vilano Point Beach and Tolomato River. Usina Beach and Saint Augustine Yacht Club Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo F.

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

Another great stay!

This was our 4th stay at this condo and we just love it. It is very clean, extremely well appointed with just about everything you might need for your stay and is steps away from a wonderful walkable beach. Our favorite thing to do is to enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails in the outdoor space which is very spacious and has an incredible view. Mike is an excellent host and responds right away to any question or concern. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

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

Seaside Stay

Lovely well equipped condo in a super convenient location.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

a million-dollar view!

we had a wonderful stay at this Vilano Beach VRBO, the owner was very responsive, and the location could not have been better, close to saint Augustine, yet away from all the hustle and bustle and close to PUBLIX!we had a great time and enjoyed every moment we were there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

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

Truly a Walk Into the Ocean!

We had a lovely stay in Vilano Beach at this condo! Check-in was easy, and our host met up with us upon arrival and made sure we were all set for the week. They included a lot of great info about restaurants and such in the area too.The condo itself had everything we could need (spices and cookware, etc), including a very spacious balcony. The boardwalk down to the beach literally takes you straight into the water at high tide! I loved it! But it was chilly in the morning toward the end of the week, so just beware of that in your plans depending on the time of year you go.The condo is minutes to downtown St Augustine, and the holiday nights of lights made it extra special. There are also a lot of fun things to do in St Augustine, especiallly around the holidays. Some of our favorites spots were Cap's on the Water for drinks and the view, Ice Plant Bar and River & Fort for food, and the Tipsy Duck Parlor for an interesting drink and experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

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

January at Vilano Beach

The condo on Vilano Beach was lovely. The location was perfect for events in Saint Augustine or for heading to other areas. The condo itself was very nicely appointed and well equipped. We had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Christmas Week

Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful condo on the ocean. They had everything we needed to cook and a Christmas tree as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Magical Oceanfront Stay with Stunning Views

We had an absolutely magical stay at this adorable condo! The space was beautifully furnished and incredibly comfortable, making it feel like a true home away from home. The highlight was the stunning ocean view—waking up to breathtaking sunrises and watching dolphins each morning through the binoculars provided by the thoughtful host was such a treat.The condo was decorated with a lovely Christmas tree, adding a festive touch that made our stay even more special. We loved taking peaceful walks on the beach, which was just steps away.The location was perfect, too—just a short drive to downtown St. Augustine, where we enjoyed the enchanting Nights of Lights. This place is a little slice of paradise, and we can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a relaxing and magical getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Great oceanfront property

Perfect location close to everything yet out of the fray! Listening to the ocean waves from the patio deck was amazing. Only about 2 miles to most of St Augustine’s attractions and fantastic restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Wonderful property!

What a wonderful experience. We were personally met by Mike at the property to show us around and where everything was located. His wife even made us beautiful beach themed cookies. The condo was probably the best equipped condo we've ever stayed at. The view was spectacular from the living room. Can't wait to return! Can't stayed at I'stayed at
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

holley a.

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

Fantastic!

Mike and Karyn went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable! Mike met us at the condo to give us a tour and Karyn made us cookies. This was one of the best spots we’ve stayed in. The condo was stocked with everything you need and more. The location can’t be beat. We will be back! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Della B.

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

My stay

The condo was stock with everything you may need. Chairs, paper towels, trash bags ect. Great balcony. I have stayed there 2 years in a roll.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

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

Perfect week

This was our second visit to this amazing property!! Without a doubt, the most well equipped VRBO we’ve ever stayed at. Beautiful condo!! We spent hours on covered porch drinking coffee watching dolphins and the beach is just steps away. It really could not have been more perfect. Communication with the owners was fabulous. Can’t wait to come back.!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

gail n.

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

So relaxing...

Direct view of the ocean, easy access to the beach and pool, 5 minutes from stores. No crowds. So quiet you can just listen to the birds and watch people playing with their dogs on the beach. What more could we ask for?
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time staying at this property and will definitely return. Had all amenities we needed and then some. A lot of thought went into by the owners and they are super nice / attentive. Perfect beach vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Beautiful Condo on Vilano Beach

Our condo at Seawatch was gorgeous and fully stocked with everything we needed for a 6 week stay. The views of the ocean and beach were spectacular. Its proximity to St. Augustine was convenient and we enjoyed the many things you can do in this historic city. The restaurants were great with a wide range of culinary options. Thank you Mike and Karyn for sharing your condo with us.
Stayed 45 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason & Brandy T.

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

Great Condo!

Everything was just as nice as the pictures and description or better! The owners thought of everything! There we so many unexpected extras. Great location! Quiet but yet so close to everything we wanted to enjoy during our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Great trip to St. Augustine

This property and the owners were great! The unit was clean as can be, had beautiful views and the owners really made sure eyou had all the basics you needed there. Tons of toilet paper, paper towel, coffee filters, dishwasher and laundry supplies and more. It was so nice to check in and not immediately have to run to the store for basics like that. Many places I've stayed have a "starter pack" of those items but this had all we needed for our whole 8 day stay. Also they had a pack and play and high chair for our 2 yr old which saved on the packing we needed to do!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CAREY H., Rhinelander, wi

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

Relaxing

Very nicely decorated condo. Perfect locaion
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Perfect Location and Condo

Beautiful condo and beach. Host has thought of everything and very comfortable beds/pillows. Property is very well kept and easy access to historic St. Augustine. Will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy f.

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

July the forth

We had an amazing time. The condo had everything that you need right down to the cooler for the beach. The owners are so thoughtful with welcome cookies and beer mugs in the freezer. The kids and I had a fantastic time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Della B.

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

Condo

This was a very nice condo directly on the beach third-floor had everything you needed. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

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

Perfect vacation!

My family had a wonderful stay at C-Scape! This was without a doubt, the most well equipped VRBO we have ever stayed at. The owners have thought of absolutely everything you could possibly need or want. The condo was beautifully decorated and the view overlooking the ocean from the patio was amazing. We watched the sun come out, the dolphins playing and just got lost watching the waves. The location was great.. 5 minutes into St Augustine . Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with us! We can’t wait to return!! Cindy and Scott
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron F.

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

St. Augustine visit

One of the nicest condos we’ve stayed in. So clean and well stocked. The owners thought of everything to make your stay more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

denis b.

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

Amazing Property

This property had everything that we where looking for .The ocean view was breathtaking, downtown St. Augustine great cultural center.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo F., Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

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

The perfect beach condo!

This was our second time staying at this property and we just love it! Excellent location: walking distance to grocery store and a couple of restaurants and minutes away from St. Augustine. Views of the beach are unbeatable and you can walk north on the beach for miles or south about a mile. The property was spotless and it is stocked with just about everything you might need for your stay. Mike was wonderful to deal with and he responded right away to our inquiries. We definitely hope to be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Karyn Carter

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Your hosts, Mike & Karyn Carter, purchased their beach getaway "C-Scape" in Seawatch Condos in 2019. Mike is a real estate broker, property rehabber, and real estate investor for the past 33 years and Karyn is a professional photographer. They have 3 adult children, Josh, Dalton, and Alexa, along with 2 border collies, Scout and Daisy. Mike & Karyn were extremely fortunate to be the 2nd owners of this property, having purchased the property from the very first buyer in the building from 1984. Being the prime unit in the building with its top floor location, center of the building, and directly overlooking the pool and the ocean, plus being only 3 steps off the elevator, the unit had incredible potential as a family vacation spot and short-term rental for guests. Since the property was needing complete renovation from the somewhat dated 1980's decor & furnishings, Mike & Karyn put their renovation and design vision to work to create a fabulous, modern 2nd home to share with their guests. From ceilings to floors and everything in between, the property has been completely updated with the most popular finishes and neutral colors throughout, with a "beachy-coastal" feel for relaxation. By removing a somewhat restricting wall in the kitchen, removing the old-style cabinet soffits, adding taller craftsman cabinets in bright white, and creating a unique coffee bar, the entire kitchen took on a whole new look, while opening it up to the dining room. By utilizing pure white interior walls and trim, the space feels so much more open than before and provides a much lighter and brighter environment. The rustic dining room table & chairs, shiplap accent wall, ivory canvas sofa, dark blue accent chair, light gray ceramic plank flooring, and seafoam & turquoise linens all add to the "beachy" feel of the home. Mike & Karyn have created a wonderful, relaxing getaway that they plan to share with their extended family and vacation guests throughout the years.

Why they chose this property

Having previously owned a single-family, oceanfront home 7 miles north of Seawatch in South Ponte Vedra Beach, and being battered by hurricanes repeatedly, Mike and his elder brother decided to divest from that property due to its storm exposure, and Mike decided to reinvest in a much more low-maintenance property in Seawatch. The community is slightly further off the beach than his prior property in S. Ponte Vedra, yet still direct oceanfront without the need for seawall protection, and much closer to the conveniences of Publix, local restaurants, boat rentals, and downtown St. Augustine. "C-Scape" is much more of a turn-key property, with shared risk of storm exposure, shared maintenance cost with 26 other homeowners, plus the added amenities of the swimming pool, tennis court, beach walk-over, covered parking and ample guest parking. Reasonable HOA dues and a smaller condominium community are additional benefits, as well as being a quieter environment, away from the touristy and "Spring-Breaker" communities in other areas of St. Augustine. The property is just 35 minutes from the Carter's primary residence in NW St. Johns County, so it's any easy trip for daily use and for servicing the needs of their guests as needed.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of this community are the large community pool, tennis/pickleball court, beach walk-over, building elevator, less populated beach, covered parking & ample guest parking, and convenient proximity to grocery, restaurants, and downtown St. Augustine. As far as our unit itself, the completely renovated interior, large 13 x 13 covered balcony, split-bedroom floor plan, and top floor/center-of-building location just off the elevator, with panoramic views of the pool and beach are all unique and desirable features for our guest's enjoyment.

Languages:

English

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