Vacation Rentals by Owner

Charming Vacation Get Away

Guest: Joanne (Scarsdale, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/07/12 Review Submitted: 04/23/12

After renting in 4 other locations, this property turned out to be our favorite. Windows across the full length of the house afford wonderful views of the ocean and beach. The house is beautifully decorated, has every amenity including access to electronics, and large flat screen TV. Outdoor dining on the large deck was a treat while we watched the squadrons of pelicans pass overhead. Beach walking at low tide and fishing from shore were also some of our favorites. We would highly recommend staying here. The website pics do not do the house justice. Even the kitchen faces the ocean!!

Owner response:We are very pleased that these folks enjoyed all the amenities of Sandpiper's Nest....and noted that the house is even prettier than the pictures! We try to put ourselves in the shoes of our renters and think what we would want to have available for our special vacation....and provide it!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Guest: jbug (North Augusta)
Date of Stay: 03/31/12 Review Submitted: 04/27/12

What a wonderfully relaxing week we spent at Sandpiper’s Nest during spring break. Life stays so busy and hectic so we were searching for a place of solitude, a place to relax and regroup, to spend quality time with family. This particular home appealed because of the décor, the fact that it is one level , steps from the beach, the big deck, and just big enough for our family, accommodating 7 of us (two children). It is difficult to describe the beauty just outside the door every morning with unimaginable sunrises. You would think on vacation one would want to sleep in, but not here. We loved waking early, grabbing our cup of coffee and sitting on the bench facing the ocean with camera in hand. No day was the same, beautiful paintings sketched before our eyes by the Master Artist. There were walks on the beach, sitting under the umbrellas on the beach, playing in the ocean, watching the fishermen, the surfers, the porpoises and scavenging for unique seashells. The weather cooperated for all but the last day when it was cool and windy but we capitalized with flying kites. We came away feeling so refreshed and renewed and with great memories in this treasure of a place. Judy was great to work with and so prompt at answering all of my e-mails. We found the house was very well-stocked, clean, and very comfortable (trust all the reviews). Anyone looking for a quiet retreat, a clean, lovely home will not be disappointed in Sandpiper’s Nest. My soul already longs for another vacation in this Atlantic paradise.

Owner response:Wow! These renters said all the things I would like to say but hesitate to sound "over the top". But it is true....this is a home and an area for pure peace. From the decor and amenities of the house to the magical sunrises, birds, sea animals and quiet beach, Sandpiper's Nest is the perfect place to relax, regroup, and reconnect! We hope YOU will have the opportunity to experience it all.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Greatest Vacation Ever

Guest: GBlanc Retirees (Grand Blanc, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 03/10/12 Review Submitted: 04/08/12

We spent three weeks at Sandpiper’s Nest. It was a vacation of a lifetime. We loved long walks in the surf especially at low tide, beautiful sunrises, surf sounds 24/7, pelican flyovers, and an uncrowded beach. Watching the surf fishermen and surfers was entertaining. My wife and I read 6 books during our stay using the spacious and relatively private deck. It was also nice having St Augustine just 7 miles south for sightseeing and eating. Rhett’s Piano Bar was special. It wasn’t long into our stay that Sandpiper’s Nest felt very much like home. It is well stocked with all the basics and more. The pictures are so accurate. The master bedroom is more comfortable than our real home. The new Publix grocery store which has a wonderful bakery is only 5 miles south. The Reef and Caps restaurants are 2 miles south and offer great seafood. We highly recommend Sandpiper’s Nest if you want to experience the ocean without the hustle and bustle of oceanfront resorts!

Owner response:We are thrilled that these nice folks enjoyed Sandpiper's Nest and commented on some of the things that make the house and the area so special. We keep our properties in excellent condition and provide the best of everything for our renters. Additional treats include the wide, quiet beach, nearby excellent restaurants, and all the fun activities in St. Augustine.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Great beach house!

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/03/12 Review Submitted: 03/12/12

My parents and I stayed for a week at your wonderful beach house. It was one of the nicest houses we've rented, completely stocked with everything you could need. Love the location, quiet beach, comfy beds, love the deck with plenty of chairs for lounging. Love having the beach right there. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house.

Owner response:We are extremely happy that Kathy and her family enjoyed Sandpiper's Nest enough to write an unsolicited review! We work hard to make sure this charming home has all the amenities and comfort to make a vacation very special!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

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Guest: Sue (London, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

This is the first time that our family has rented a beach house as part of our annual Christmas break vacation. We absolutely loved both the house itself and the location on the beach. Since it is set back a bit from the beach, we had privacy when sitting on our back deck. The to walk down the back steps and have the ocean right at our feet was great. Falling asleep to the repetitive sound of the waves is priceless. Grocery shopping was a bit of a treak away but we noticed a new Publix store was just about to open when you first enter St Augustine. This will be much appreciated for those that follow. The photos on the web site are totally accurate. We have been to destinations in the past where this is not always the case. We had an issue with the fireplace upon arrival. It was looked after once our concerns were accurately communicated to the owner. We took a boat excursion for a 4 hour fishing experience from Walker Charters in St Augustine. Best 4 hours of fishing that all of us have ever done. Extremely polite and personable and able to take us to where the fish were biting. Highly recommend it! Overall fantastic experience that we would reccomend to anyone looking for a beach house in the St Augustine/ Ponte Verda area.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Great Ocean Front House

Guest: Liz G.
Date of Stay: 10/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/16/12

Sandpiper's Nest was an ideal ocean front house for our vacation. Located in a non-commercial area of S. Ponte Vedra Beach, the property had great ocean vistas from the living areas and master bedroom, easy access to the beach from the large deck, up to date technology (WiFi, cable and flat screen televisions), bright pastel colors and a beach cottage themed decor. The house was comfortably furnished and extremely well maintained. The kitchen was very well equipped, even if you wanted to prep an elaborate dinner "at home" given all of restaurants in the area offering fresh seafood and a variety of cuisines. The open floor plan is great for relaxing and entertaining. The garage helped to keep sand and salt off of our car and stored all of the supplied beach chairs and toys as well as an additional washer and dryer. The owners were very responsive to questions we had were willing to immediately address and resolve an issue with a water softener. Recreational opportunities abound from long beach walks, boating, kayaking and other water activities, golf, bicycling (A1A has a bike lane), and visiting historical St. Augustine. The Guana preserve offers naturalist led excursions. Our dogs loved their beach walks and chasing sea birds into the surf. We will definitely return to the Sandpiper!

Owner response:We are very happy that these folks loved Sandpiper's Nest (and in fact have re-booked for another stay in 2012). We work very hard to keep the house spotless, pretty, comfortable, well supplied, and updated. Amenities such as a garage, two washers and dryers, water softener, and new TVs are seldom requested by renters, but, as as these renters noted, they certainly do add to the enjoyment of your stay!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Perfect vacation home

Guest: Paul E. (Harrisburg, PA)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

My wife and I stayed for a week in this gorgeous beach house in South Ponte Vedra Beach and it was incredible! The house itself is very nice; neat and clean. Our dogs loved playing on the beach everyday; which we had pretty much to ourselves. House is in a perfect location, close to St. Augustine, Daytona, etc. I would book this house again if we find ourselves vacationing in Florida.

Owner response:We are glad that Paul and his wife enjoyed Sandpiper's Nest and that the dogs had a great time too! This house is very pet friendly, but those of you without pets need not worry....you will never know a pet has been in the house, we guarantee!

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Guest: Bev (St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 05/31/11

The pictures really don't do Sandpiper's Nest justice. The house was clean, organized and very well stocked. It lacked nothing......right down to the beach towels, spices, beach chairs, food wrap, laundry detergent and so much more. All you need to do is bring your clothes. The area is quiet and the beach is nearly secluded......heaven on earth. The beaches are spotless and you can walk barefoot for miles. Loved it, loved it. Beautiful home, gorgeous area.....quiet, residential, not commercial and overcrowded. We'll be back again. Dan and Bev Hendricks St. Louis, Missouri

Owner response:We are thrilled that Dan and Bev enjoyed Sandpiper's Nest and our wonderful quiet beach. We do our best to keep the house stocked with everything our renters will need, and we also try very hard to decorate our homes in comfortable and lovely furnishings so that our guests will feel totally relaxed...and of course, want to come again!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful!

Guest: Happy and Relaxed Mom (Detroit Area)
Date of Stay: 05/04/11 Review Submitted: 05/05/11

Amazing! The house had everything you need for a week's vacation and is very functional from a space/living perspective. The view and access to the beach is fantastic. Everything was very clean and well-maintained. We also purchased a membership to the Seranata Beach Club as we had younger children (ages 6 and 8) who we thought may need more activities, but, we ended up going only once the entire week. They were very happy playing on the beach, collecting shells, etc. I would recommend planning meals in advance as the grocery store isn't close enough for a 'quick trip', however it looks as if there will be a new Publix built close by and will have easy access to the house. I would recommend this property without hesitation!

Owner response:We are happy that these Detroit folks enjoyed their stay at Sandpiper's Nest and we look forward to their return! The Serenata Beach Club is located just a mile from the house and does offer a change of pace, with three pools, work out facility, great dining room and bar, and much more. However, as these renters discoverd, the beach itself is wide, safe and a great place for little ones to make sand castles, play in the tide pools, and find shells, so you may not want to stray far from the house.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sandpiper's Nest was the perfect get-away

Guest: Holly (Tampa, FL)
Date of Stay: 04/23/11 Review Submitted: 05/05/11

My husband and I (and our two canine kids) thoroughly enjoyed our week in South Ponte Vedra Beach and at Sandpiper's Nest. The house was equipped with everything we needed to enjoy a carefree and relaxed vacation: ocean front views, the sound of surf right over the dunes, a very well appointed kitchen, effortless check-in and check-out, plus too many other little details to mention. Judy and Bill Wren were a delight to work with. We look forward to our next visit!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Sandpiper Nest

Guest: Mona and Bill (Copley, Ohio )
Date of Stay: 02/01/11 Review Submitted: 03/11/11

This amazing Ponte Vedra Beach house offered a charming atmosphere and a quiet serenity with all the amenities. The home is beautifully decorated and offered us a relaxing atmosphere for our month long stay. We enjoyed the beautiful sunrises from our deck that allowed us easy access to the beach for fishing, walking ,biking and watching the dolphins and shore birds. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the nation's oldest city with the cobblestone streets, Spanish colonial architectures, shopping and wonderful dining destinations. We thank Judy and Bill Wren for their gracious hospitality. Vacationing in this wonderful beach home gave us an experience that we want to repeat again and again! Mona and Bill Reuscher, Ohio

Owner response:We are so pleased that Mona and Bill enjoyed their stay! Even in February, the beach, St. Augustine, and the surrounding areas offer serenity, respite from snowy weather, and many activities! We certainly hope all our winter visitors will take advantage of the comfort of this charming home, as well as the attractions, golf, and other opportunities to remain active and escape the harsher climes.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful week at Sandpiper's Nest

Guest: Angie (Brevard, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10 Review Submitted: 11/06/10

Sandpiper's Nest is a beautiful beach cottage. Our occupants consisted of my elderly parents, my husband, myself and our small dog. When we first walked into the house, we fell in love with it. The house is decorated in a charming beach theme. The house has every comfort of home. I have never stayed in a cleaner beach rental. The view of the ocean from the living area and master bedroom took our breath away. My parents have mobility issues, and they enjoyed the ease provided by the one story house. They spent many hours on the spacious deck reading books and watching the surf. There was ample room for 4 adults and a small dog to spread out and have our own space. The beach is beautiful. It is wide and clean, and expands as far as the eye can see in any direction. We explored St Augustine, ate at great restaurants, fished, took long beach walks. We enjoyed eating breakfast and occasional dinners on the ocean front deck. What could be better? This was our first visit to the South Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine area. It won't be our last. I look forward to future stays at Sandpiper's Nest.

Owner response:We are so happy that Angie and her familly had such a positive experience for their first vacation to the South Ponte Vedra - St. Augustine area! The wide, sandy, peaceful beach is always a surprise to visitors who are used to crowds or cars on the beach...and of course we are pleased that they loved Sandpiper's Nest...as everyone does!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fabulous beach front home with all amenities!

Guest: Lou (Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10 Review Submitted: 11/07/10

We had a terrific stay at Sandpiper's Nest for a week in October. The house is extremely updated, decorated perfectly for that beach get away zone out time and has every item (from kitchen to entertainment to wireless internet) that anyone could ever desire. It was spotless when we arrived. Linens are provided (beach towels too!) as well as a gas grill, starter paper products, books, DVDs, beach chairs. A fabulous view is also included in the deal. We will be BACK!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Sandpiper's Nest

Guest: crm (Lee's Summit, Missouri, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10 Review Submitted: 07/13/10

Our stay at Sandpiper's nest was extraordinary! Sandpiper's nest is such a lovely, comfortable, and cozy home, and the attention to creature comforts afforded by our hosts was wonderful! Our vacation was enhanced by the warmth and feel of this home. Its proximity to the beach meant members of our group could easily come and go as they pleased. The deck offered many wonderful evenings of outdoor relaxation, in view of the sand and surf. The fact that the beach is realtively private, and thus not at all crowded (even on the weekends) made our stay even more enjoyable. A short car ride into town offered all anyone could offer by way of easy access to great restaurants, activities and sight-seeing. Yet, you simply never felt cheated just "being at home." I would highly recommend this property to anyone--and will definitley be going back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautifully decorated Oceanfront Cottage Home

Guest: Tim, Katie and Evan (2yo) Carmody (St Augustine)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10 Review Submitted: 06/11/10

We loved staying at Sandpiper's Nest. There was a ton of room for our 3 year old to run around. It felt like staying at someone's very well kept beach home, not a rental. Attention is paid to every detail at Sandpiper's Nest. We plan on going back and highly recommend it if you are looking for somewhere to stay in Ponte Vedra.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sandpiper's Nest was Delightful!

Guest: Jodi J (Voluntown, CT)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/14/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sandpiper's Nest, it was the perfect home away from home. It just doesn't get better than stepping out the back door, coffee in hand, to the sights and peaceful sounds of early morning on your nearly private beach. The location is great if you need to decompress, and yet close enough to charming St. Augustine or Ponte Vedra if you choose to gallivant. We enjoyed dinner at CAPs one night, and cooked a fresh catch from Kyle's Seafood Market on another. Sandpiper's Nest didn't feel like a rental property, it felt like a friend's home. The property was precisely as advertised, clean, well maintained, and very well appointed. Communication and information provided by the property owner was excellent and complete. We look forward to another visit. We took advantage of the opportunity to join Serenata Beach Club during our stay. That was another great experience which we would recommend to others.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Debra Bowser (Jacksonville, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/01/09 Review Submitted: 10/01/09

We desperately needed some R&R and Sandpiper's Nest was the perfect place to unwind! It had everything we needed with a nice cozy home atmosphere. It was perfect for our family especially our grandson. The enclosed deck allowed him to play in the sun and seabreeze without our having to worry. We plan on many future visits. If you need a quiet and relaxing get away Sandpiper is the perfect home away from home!

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Guest: John Martin Taylor (Washington DC)
Date of Stay: 09/28/09 Review Submitted: 09/28/09

Wonderful beachfront house directly on ocean, nicely appointed and well-maintained. We lead intense lives in Washington DC and Hollywood CA and truly relaxed at Sandpiper's Nest.

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Guest: Kevin77 (Lafayette Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 09/18/09 Review Submitted: 09/18/09

Nice quaint beach house with all the amenities of home and some you realized you didn't really need to pack. Very well equipped and comfortable.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/28/09 Review Submitted: 06/28/09

Sandpiper was great. The decor and upkeep of this house is to be rivalled by every other rental we've stayed in, especially the cleanliness. The location is awesome; just far enough away from the crowd while still a short ride to St Augustine. The beach is wonderful - no crowds, only private properties, plenty of seashells and the house is practically ON the beach - no walk to get there - just a few feet out the back door and down the steps.

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Guest: Morgan & Rhonda Bayless (Middlesboro, KY)
Date of Stay: 06/09/09 Review Submitted: 06/09/09

This was our first trip to South Ponte Vedra and we enjoyed it immensely. The house was perfect with all the comforts of home. We typically try to go somewhere different for vacations each year but will definitely be returning here. Thank you Bill & Judy for sharing your wonderful home with us and making our vacation everything we hoped for and more!

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Guest: Jane Sullivan1 (770-579-8599)
Date of Stay: 04/23/09 Review Submitted: 04/23/09

Spent a week with my son and family as my 70th birthday present. The house was fabulous; we had a wonderful time. Everything was comfortable and beautiful--especially the view. Would love to have stayed longer.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/15/09

We had the most wonderful vacation at Sandpiper's Nest. Everything was just beautiful and we wanted for nothing. I am in a wheelchair and unable to walk so it is always a concern if things will be accessible or not, everything was wonderful! I enjoyed watching the dolphins from the built-in bench on the boardwalk. We hope to be back for several years to come. Thank you for sharing your home with us.

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Guest: Betsy Willey (Toms River, NJ)
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/28/09

We just returned this afternoon from our third stay in one of Judy Wren's beach houses ... our second stay at the Sandpipers Nest. The house becomes a "home" as soon as you enter. It is a warm an comfortable home with all of the necessities including a fireplace for Feb cool evenings. Judy goes the extra mile to ensure that everyting is easy during your stay as well as making the rental process very easy. Thanks to Judy, we will be going back next year. We now love "The Reef", just south on A1A for wonderful dinners. Go to the Sandpipers Nest and enjoy a marvelous, vacation at a beach house that will welcome you with the beach just out the back door!!

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Guest: 737 (Seattle, Wa,)
Date of Stay: 02/14/09 Review Submitted: 06/25/09

Sandpiper's nest was just what we were looking for. Loved the boardwalk down to the beach and the kids had fun with the boogie boards. We spent alot of time in St. Augusine, Fort and Old Town. Don't recomend driving to Disney from this location, like we did. It's too far after a long day of playing. The house is well appointed, private, and clean.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/04/09

We have been vacationing in South Ponte Vedra for 8 years. Our favorite experiences have been the times we are offered all the comforts of home provided by a Wren property. That is why we return to them. We've tried others, but come back to the best! The Wren's make every effort to assure your stay is all that you had hoped it would be-- going the extra mile to check in and make sure you are satisfied. We have never wanted for a thing. We highly recommend the suggestions they offer on their website. They have done the legwork for us over the years, so we are able to hit the ground running with no learning curve to overcome. SPV has become our home away from home. We are looking forward to our 9th return!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/12/08

We had a WONDERFUL week at Sandpiper's Nest! Relaxing on the deck by day and listening to the ocean at night was the perfect setting to get us away from our daily grind. St. Augustine was a short drive and provided all the necessities for a perfect vacation. We look forward to returning.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/02/08

Wonderful beach house! Very well equiped, and access to the beach is outstanding! We will definitely return again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/18/08

We took our first vacation with our 6 months old daughter Sofia and had a great time. The Sandpipers nest is perfect for a family that wants to enjoy family time. We spend our days at the beach where Sofia took her first dive in the ocean, not without protest. The house is charming and cozy and we hope to be back soon. Bill and Daniela

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/06/08

Sandpiper's Nest was a perfect retreat from long work hours and stress. The house was located right on the beach and at high tide the waves lapped over the steps. Morning coffee on the deck overlooking the ocean was the best way to start the day. Jim fished from the beach and caught a sea trout for dinner. The house is nicely decorated and the computer and wide screen TVs a nice perk. We would definitely return again.

Owner response:We had some really high tides and north-easters last fall. The water doesn't usually come up to the steps at high tide..we typically have plenty of beach for walking and playing...and at low tide we have hundreds of feet!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/16/08

We enjoyed our stay immensely! Our stay was totally for relaxation and we could not have picked a better place. Sandpiper's Nest is a wonderful beach house and located in an excellent spot in South Ponte Vedra. The house is beautifully decorated and is stocked with everything you could need during your stay. The deck is a wonderful place to relax in the evening after spending the day on the beach. We definitely plan to stay here again next year. Thank you Judy & Bill for allowing us to spend our week in your fabulous home!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/08 Review Submitted: 07/20/08

Our stay at Sandpiper's Nest was wonderful! The house was so clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated. The weather was perfect and we loved relaxing on the beach between trips to St Augustine, climbing 219 steps to the top of the lighthouse, and eating dinner at Caps. It was a perfect place for us to relax and enjoy our two little grandsons. We would love to visit again soon. Howard and Kathy

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/19/08

Hi Judy, Another delightful stay at Sandpiper's Nest. Don and I along with Paul & Elaine had such a good time. This year, we stayed in for dinner more often and really enjoyed the oceanview and relaxed evenings. We'll be back next year for sure. Margot Nappo

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/07/08

My husband and I chose Sandpiper's Nest to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary. We could not have picked a better location. All of the amenities were included in this well appointed home. We had a great time and would highly recommend this for a family...or a couple. ;)

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08 Review Submitted: 03/19/08

I enjoyed my stay immensely. The house is only a short drive from St. Augustine, one of the loveliest cities around.

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Guest: Mark_HAC113369 (Homestead, FL)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07 Review Submitted: 11/05/07

What an amazing house! We spent a long weekend at Sandpiper's Nest to celebrate my fiance's birthday. It was fantastic! Not even Hurricane Noel could spoil our trip. The house is in the perfect location, has a beautiful interior and was full of everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us Judy!

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Guest: Pete Cox (Centennial, CO)
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/26/07

My family says it was the best vacation we ever had, which says it all! The house quickly became "home" and the beach access was phenomenal. We also liked that the location was quiet, but close enough to everything we wanted to do. We'll be back.

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Guest: Shelly Drancik (Batavia, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07 Review Submitted: 07/10/07

An amazing home away from home! The personal touches are too many to mention. We enjoyed watching dolphins, collecting shells and wave riding. We will be back!

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Guest: margot nappo (Stanton, NJ)
Date of Stay: 06/01/07 Review Submitted: 06/13/07

Hi Judy, As you know, we have enjoyed all of your houses but we really found Sandpiper's Nest to be perfect for the four of us. Nice and bright and near the water. We spent a great deal of time on the deck and when I got home and sat on my own deck - I really missed the sound of the ocean. Don, Elaine, Paul and I all look forward to staying at Sandpiper's Nest next year. A perfect Beach House. Margot

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Guest: The Ardwins (Royal Oak MI)
Date of Stay: 05/01/07 Review Submitted: 04/30/07

2nd times a charm! 1st time too. We had a great time this year. My family & I enjoyed every minute. Wish it could have been longer. Back to reality. We look forward to trip #3 next year!

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Guest: Becky Donner (Augusta, GA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/07 Review Submitted: 04/08/07

PURE HEAVEN! We truly didn't want to leave this wonderful beachfront home with one of the best views we have ever had in the St. Augustine area. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed, the location was perfect, the beach was out the back door, and we had the privacy we were looking for. It could not have been better! Thank you Judy & Bill and we look forward to returning later this summer!!!

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Guest: Erich Sperker & family (Manchester, TN)
Date of Stay: 03/01/07 Review Submitted: 03/22/07

Absolutely wonderful!!!! Great and cozy, bright and clean. Wonderful beach and well equipped and furnished. Nothing negative at all. Very friendly to deal with...thanks Judy. Will definitely stay there again when time allows. HIGHLY recommended.

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Guest: Karen & Brent M. with dog Venus (Whitefish Bay, WI)
Date of Stay: 12/01/06 Review Submitted: 12/26/06

The house looked just like it did in the pictures, with cozy beach style and lots of great light from all the windows. We appreciated the house being well kept up and the ease of working with the Wrens in renting the house. Also, liked being a few steps away from the beach and hearing the ocean waves come to shore. Neat to see the various birds fly out to the ocean in the morning and then back toward land in the evening. This was a comfortable place to stay -- a place to just hang out by the beach and do nothing as well as a place within easy drives to various historic, nature, and golf attractions.

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Guest: susan hudson (jacksonville, fl)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/25/06

Wow, we really felt at home in the Sandpipers Nest. The home was stocked with everything that we needed to make ourselves comfortable. We loved that the home was child friendly, since we have 15 month old twins. The Wren's were wonderful to deal with and have done an awesome job making a vacation house a "home" .

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Guest: Jason C (Roswell, GA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/17/06

What a wonderful vacation! The house was perfect. Well decorated, very clean, and right on the beach. The Wren's have thought of everything. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. We definitely will be back.

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Guest: allan crews (lake city,fl)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/14/06

sandpiper was a great place to stay. it more than meet our expectations. every thing that you might want was there. we had a great time and culdn't of ask for a better place to stay and we plan on going again next year. judy was a great help and we thank her.

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Guest: Jennifer Flakus (Jacksonville, Florida)
Date of Stay: 09/01/06 Review Submitted: 09/09/06

We had a wonderful time at the Sandpiper's Nest. It was very peaceful. The accommodations were great! The house is well stocked with everything you could possible need. It was far enough away for us to feel that we were truly on vacation, but close enough to home to have extended family come visit. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.

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Guest: Nancy Vines (Dexter, MO)
Date of Stay: 08/01/06 Review Submitted: 08/01/06

Another lovely experience from the Wren's. We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Sandpiper's Nest (7/22/06-7/29/06) and truly had a luxurious, stress-free vacation. We particularly felt blessed to be able to find a one-level property, as my husband has MS and motivating stairsteps is very difficult for him. We could not have asked for a more lovely or welcoming beach house, and truly felt that we were at "home." Thanks again, Bill and Judy. You are the perfect hosts.

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Guest: The Selzer Family (Jacksonville, Fl.)
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/26/06

This home is very clean, restful and well stocked. Much better than most rental homes. The wrens were very professional in their handling of the information needed and monies exchanged. I highly recommend. ( the site on the ocean is wonderful and private)

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Guest: Kelley Wilson (Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 05/27/06

We spent a week at Sandpiper's Nest the second week in May. We had a wonderful time. It was the first time staying in the St. Augustine area and it was great. The home was spectular and the views were breathtaking. We have plans on returning next Spring. I would recommend this place highly.

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