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The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • Place, South Ponte Vedra Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Usina Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!

The Great Escape is a 3 story, 4 bedroom, OCEANFRONT house that is located on the serene Ponte Vedra Beach. This gem boasts a 2nd story main living area, a 1st floor studio suite with private entrance and a 3rd floor loft. Sleeps 8

Welcome to The Great Escape! This oceanfront gem is located in the heart of beautiful, quiet and serene Ponte Vedra Beach. The house boasts 3 story beach living with amazing window and deck views and outdoor spaces, sleeps 8 and has been completely renovated from the ground up! Our Beautiful Beach House is nestled on a secluded stretch of beach that has no public parking or access nearby and is only 8 miles from historic downtown St. Augustine, just minutes from shopping, dining and the best tourist attractions.
The home has a newly remodeled, studio, mother-in-law suite on the first floor with its own private entrance, private kitchen, bathroom, sleeping space with king bed, living room, 55` smart tv, laundry and outdoor space.
The second story (the main living area) has amazing deck space overlooking Ponte Vedra Beach and the ocean and outdoor dining and grill that overlooks the gorgeous Atlantic Ocean. The main living area has an open floor plan with lots of sunlight, window views, eat-in kitchen and living room. The main level master bedroom has a king bed, and the second bedroom has a queen bed. The loft on the third floor has two addition twin beds for the comfort of your family and friends. Each bedroom has its own smart tv and clothing storage.
The house sits just across from the Guana Ocean Environmental Reserve where you can hike, jog, kayak, and bike while surrounded by protected wildlife. More than 3,800 sea turtles hatch on Ponte Vedra Beach each year, and the Guana Reserve works hard to protect the wildlife that`s right outside our door! Outside on the property, enjoy visiting on the large balcony that includes a charcoal grill, a picnic table for beachside cookouts, reclining lounge chairs around the firepit for relaxing, and the perfect hammock for an afternoon siesta by the sea. This section of beach offers a lot of privacy, sounds and views of breaking waves, amazing seashells and some of the best surf fishing around, so bring your poles and catch dinner! In the evening enjoy the firepit while kicking back in the Adirondack chairs to enjoy the cool ocean breeze with a bottle of wine. Beach chairs and beach games are also provided! There is also a storage shed if you want to bring your own beach cruisers, poles and surf boards. More than
1. Quiet hours in town limits are from 9:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. and are enforced.
2. Absolutely no smoking/vaping inside the house. If you are smoking outside, all cigarette butts, must be disposed of properly and not left on the ground. Please return all outside furniture if moved, to the original location.
3. Maintain cleanliness at all times. Do not move furniture from its original location.
4. Maximum of two dogs per reservation, and the pet fee must be paid at the time of booking. No pets on furniture/beds.
5. Special events or gatherings/parties are not permitted during your stay. We must be made aware of the number of guests that will be staying and cannot exceed the maximum number of guests listed. Visitors are limited to two hours each day, not during overnight hours. No parking on the street please.

Checkout Procedures:
1. Please do your best to leave the house in good condition for the housekeepers. They very often have a limited amount of time to get the house clean and sanitized prior to the arrival of the next guest.
2. Remove ALL food and trash from the house. Place trash in the garbage bins provided for you and take to the end of the driveway to be picked up by the public waste management department (Garbage is Monday) Bring all bins back up to house after pick-up.
3. Start the dishwasher.
4. Gather all used bath linens and place in the bathtub.
5. Make sure thermostat is set 70 degrees, close all windows, and lock all doors.

***Additional fees can and will be applied to your reservation for leaving the house in excessive disarray, for damages or for leaving food and garbage inside the house.***
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
With Deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. Quiet hours in town limits are from 9:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. and are enforced. 2. Absolutely no smoking/vaping inside the house. If you are smoking

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ponte Vedra Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Ponte Vedra Beach, a neighbourhood in Ponte Vedra Beach. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Castle Otttis are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum and Bayfront Carpet Golf are also worth visiting.
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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Tolomato River - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • South Ponte Vedra Beach - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Usina Beach - 1 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Whobley Whale Public House - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪V Pizza - Flask & Cannon - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape Oceanfront on Ponte Vedra Beach! located?

Located in South Ponte Vedra Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tolomato River, South Ponte Vedra Beach and Usina Beach. Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve and Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 161 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view is amazing. Private beach so was quiet and peaceful. And steps by the patio, so very easy access. The entire house was clean and all ready for our arrival. The host was awesome and very responsive. We would most definitely stay here again. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I really enjoyed house. Just the right size for the four of us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely awesome!! Surf fishing was the best. We caught several varieties. Beach was not crowded as there is no public access to this part of the beach. Water was unusually clear for this part of Florida (so the locals tell me). House was great -- clean, stunning view from the living room. Communication with owner was fast and friendly. I hope to get the opportunity to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Amazing getaway

Comfy, cozy. Away from everything and close to anything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Enjoyed our stay!!

Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

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

Wonderful getaway

Great place to stay, right on the beach! Watched dolphins from deck! Kitchen was well stocked and the bed was very comfortable. Nice being close to St. Augustine. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Beach Time!

Great place to stay with family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teena T.

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

Cute beach house

This place was a great location to be on the beach. We felt at home and got the feel of what it would be to live on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

A for the A-frame!

My husband and I enjoyed all aspects of this cozy beach house during our 3-week stay. Great oceanfront location. Enjoyed both the sunny upstairs deck and shady downstairs deck. Very responsive host when we accidentally locked ourselves out after a long walk on the beach :)
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest R.

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

Great location

Great private location. Inside is a little beat but worth every penny
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

hannah w.

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

Fabulous beachfront cottage

Super clean cottage on the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Beachfront Bliss

This was our second stay at Great Escape and we will most likely return in the future. Being steps away from the beach and the comfortable house, keep us coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Liz P.

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

Beautiful Location

Nice property, easy to find. Amazing Ocean Front.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edna E Y., Palm Coast, Florida

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

Great beach house

Great private beach with plenty of room for 8.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Awesome location

Love this property! Our family had a wonderful stay. Cannot beat the location and the ocean views are amazing! House is super cute and the downstairs separate area was perfect. Would definitely stay here again and hope to!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

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

Excellent property

Excellent property- beach is just steps from rom the back door! Excellent location between St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Antje B.

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

Fantastic location

It was a wonderful stay in the GREAT ESCAPE! Clean and modern house, fantastic view, dolphins in the sunrise... Great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jacqueline S.

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

2024 Vacation

It was nice
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

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

Beach Vacation

If you’re looking for a vacation on the beach look no further. We stayed at the house most of the trip as we wanted as much time on the beach as possible. Private beach with immediate beach access as your back yard.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Great Escape

As described this beach house was a great escape. The loft was perfect for kids and the down stairs was a perfect area for extended family. The arrival process and checkout was easy. We enjoyed our stay and would return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

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

Great location

The house is small but well appointed. Kitchen was very small with very little counter and cabinet space. The location is amazing!! Only steps from the very private beach. We also enjoyed the fire pit area. We had another couple join us for a few days and the downstairs suite was perfect for them.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MJ A.

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

SMACK ON THE OCEAN!

Property was clean, had everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kumar K., Leesburg, VA USA

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

Peaceful retreat

Wonderful location for a peaceful retreat. You are right at the water’s edge with tremendous privacy. This property makes you feel like you are away from it all, and yet you are 15-20 minutes away from St. Augustine’s historic district. Host was also good to work with. I highly recommend the Great Escape!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Awesome

Clean, relaxing and easy process. Would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

coco m.

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

Absolutely AMAZING!

This property is perfect! Can’t say a single negative thing about it. Location is amazing. Beach is private (some days we didn’t see another person). Bed was comfy. Very quiet & felt secluded. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

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Hosted by Brian Neligan

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