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Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Main floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach!

The next best thing to beachfront! Grab your beach gear and walk just 2-5 mins to the quiet community beach entrance located only three houses away (this is not a popular entrance because there is NO public parking). Don't worry about bringing gear we provide your boards, toys, towels, beach wagon and umbrella.

Spend your evenings laughing and reconnecting as you roast S'mores around the fire pit or grill up dinner on the Weber grill. Enjoy long talks on the deck shaded in the day from the live oak trees and lit up at night with cafe lights hung overhead, all while listening to the lullaby of waves a few blocks away and savoring the ocean breeze.

Inside relax in a professionally designed home with name brand furnishings from stores like West Elm, Article and Crate and Barrel. Sleep all the kids in the bunk room that can sleep five or the room next door that sleeps an additional two. Parents escape to the top floor that we call "the perch" because it is perched among the trees, making you feel like you are sleeping in a luxury treehouse. Vaulted ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, and a private deck makes this is a primary suite dreams are made of and a place sweet dreams are made! Need to work, we have a desk in every room so any group can find a place to work remotely.

Want to explore historic St. Augustine? Easy-- we're just 7-10 mins from the historic area. Want to stay closer to home, take a walk to Aunt Kates riverfront restaurant or drive a few mins to famous Caps on the Water or the Reef restaurant both located on the water. Enjoy the laid back surfing vibe of Vilano community and wave to the neighbors as they zip by in golf carts.

The comfortable and professionally designed house, the beach just four houses away, the location on highly desirable Vilano Beach and only 7-10 mins to downtown makes this house one of the most popular houses in St. Augustine!

Note: that we have year-round neighbors and cannot accept parties or large events of any kind.

Property manager

BJ & Angelee Neilsen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
Please be respectful of our neighbors.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum of 4 cars on the driveway. Please don't park on the grass or the street.
Deck lights need to be off by 10 PM at the latest. Please reduce interior and exterior noise at this time as well.

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: Please be respectful of our neighbors.
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
Property Registration Number L20000143087

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Shoppers can check out St. George Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider World Golf Village and Potter's Wax Museum. 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

  • Vilano Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • St. George Street - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Flagler College - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaches at Vilano - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Kate's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cap's On The Water - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Drakes Bistro - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Designer's "Treehouse" just 4 Houses From the Beach! located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Vilano Beach and Usina Beach. Tolomato River and Castle Otttis are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Great location!

Wonderful home- stocked well with necessities-Loved the location- close to everything yet in a quiet neighborhood!Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Beautiful home

The house was beautiful and had everything we needed for a great weekend!!!my son called it his dream home. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area!

Our first impression of the property was wonderful! Beautiful decor, great layout and close proximity to the beach. Our 2nd day gave us more time to notice the overall lack of cleanliness and well as how tired the property looks.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

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

Great location!

This home was in the perfect location for us. Half a block from the beach but in a quiet neighborhood is ideal for our family. The beach chairs, boards, toys, and towels were a great thing to have. Would definitely recommend this to others! Close to everything but just far enough away for it to be incredibly peaceful. The home was stocked with everything we needed and the owners were very responsive to our question upon arrival.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Sisters vacation

We arrived in the evening and everything was exactly as described. We would love to stay here again. The house is really nice and everything was clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Lovely

Comfortable home, cute Old Town, and fun beach. We worked remotely here and never had issues with the internet. Upstairs desk lets you enjoy ample sunshine even when working. Loved the sand bars, sea shells, and boogie boarding waves at the beach, great for young kids!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

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

Great host.

Great host and property.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful, clean and just like the description
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

What a gem!

This is such a relaxing and tasteful home. Very convenient to the beach. Great backyard for hanging out. The whole family loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved “the Treehouse” !! Clean and close to beach! We loved the decor … we will book again ! Thank you !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

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

Comfortable, Beautiful, Great Locaton

The property was a great escape for our family, with easy access to the beach and close to all amenities. Really enjoyed the comfortable setting, and will seek this property again should we find our way to the area again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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

Awesome stay

My husband are locals and this was the perfect stayacation Suprise bday celebration. Book it, you won’t regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie T.

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

Beautiful location

We had a great stay in St. Augustine. The house is very clean and in a great quiet location. Easy walk to the beach and just minutes from downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim k.

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

St. Augustine Treehouse

Great location with short walk to beach, short drive to shops and old St. Augustine.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

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

Perfect size house with a great location.

We traveled with our adult children (18-24) to a large family reunion in South Ponte Vedra beach. This house was great for us to stay in. Clean, close to the beach, great kitchen, well stocked, perfect bedrooms and close to everything. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren E.

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

Wonderful place and great location

Plenty of space and great environment. Very clean and proximity to everything was prime for us and our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Beautiful property

Loved the house, close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JAMES O.

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

Great location

Problem with large ants in both bathrooms and kitchen Upstairs bathroom had mold in shower Downstairs bath tub had rust
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Great place, great location.

Located on a street with direct access to the beach. Beach items included!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Seaside getaway

Ideal location, near the beach. Wonderfully appointed, beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madhumita C.

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

Always our happy place!

We went back to this beautiful property in pristine Vilano beach 3 years after our last stay. The house remains as cosy as before. Enjoyed every second of our weekend trip to Vilano beach area. Hopefully we will be able to go back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E., Maryville, Tennessee

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

Beautiful Home, Excellent Location

This house has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Very close to St. Augustine and the beach. Very peaceful neighborhood and easy walk to the beach. There is also a playground with swings and slides for children an easy walk away.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

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

Fantastic Location

We loved the location of this home. Super close to the beach and within walking distance of three restaurants, which was super convenient. Not having to worry about bringing beach gear or towels was a big plus! The main room upstairs gets a lot of natural light, especially early in the morning (no problem for an early riser). We enjoyed our stay in this home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierre K.

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

We had a great time. The location was perfect and housework beautiful

We had a great time. The house was very clean and well equipped. The homeowners and the property manager were extremely responsive. We highly recommend this location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

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

Great location!

Seamless!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by BJ & Angelee Neilsen

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Hello! We are BJ and Angelee Neilsen. We have 5 kids! They keep life busy and filled with joy. Our family loves to travel! It’s always wonderful to experience new countries and cultures and all of the beauty that goes with it. We enjoy spending time outdoors adventuring together. We love spending time at “our” beach and hope you will too!

Why they chose this property

We sold our previous home in the spring of 2017 and traveled through the fall to 11 countries with our 4 kids. Before traveling back home we visited family in the Saint Augustine area and we fell in love with the charming downtown, and in particular the sleepy-surfer vibe of Vilano, nestled on a tiny slice of land between the Atlantic and the Intracoastal Waterway. When we found out this house was for sale we knew it was the place we wanted to bring our family to experience living next to the beach.

What makes this property unique

We're probably biased, but in all of Vilano we feel like our house is by far the most charming. We hired a professional interior designer to stage the home for our rental guests. And of course, with the beach being a short walk to the end of the road, it's hard to beat the beach access for the price.

Languages:

English

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