The Mermaid's Tale, experience St. Augustine

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4780 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Check out the area

St. Augustine, FL

St. George Street6 min walk
Lightner Museum8 min walk
Flagler College12 min walk
Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk Room

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Master Retreat

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

The Mermaid’s Tale - newly renovated in Dec 2020! Circa 1900 cottage in the heart of historic St Augustine Lincolnville District! Walking distance to everything Historic St Augustine has to offer! Charming home is loaded with comfort & convenience! Find us on Facebook at themermaidstaleSTA.

Property manager

Sherri Nelson

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Living/Dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Downtown Historic District, a neighborhood in St. Augustine. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach, while St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and World Golf Village are cultural highlights. Bayfront Carpet Golf and St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.

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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

St. George Street - 6 min walk
Lightner Museum - 8 min walk
Ponce de Leon Hotel - 10 min walk
Flagler College - 12 min walk
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 18 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom - 12 min walk
St Augustine Fish Camp - 8 min walk
Dog Rose Brewing Company - 5 min walk
Ancient City Brewing Taproom - 12 min walk
Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid's Tale, experience St. Augustine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaid's Tale, experience St. Augustine?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid's Tale, experience St. Augustine?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid's Tale, experience St. Augustine located?

Located in Downtown Historic District, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center and St. George Street. Flagler College and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Apr 15, 2024

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

Amazing!

From pre-check in to departure Sherri was an excellent host. The cottage is tastefullly decorated with an obvious attention to detail. Modern appliances, beautifully finished wood floors, a great bathroom and a comfortable master bedroom make this an ideal vacation spot. With three separate outdoor seating areas, front porch, side porch and side yard it is an extremely relaxing setting. Easy walking distance to all the in town attractions allowed us to leave the car in the driveway for our entire stay. We highly recommend the “Mermaid” and Sherrie! We definitely will be back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert N.

Mar 7, 2024

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

Quaint and Charming Cottage

This is our second stay at The Mermaid's Tale, and we just love everything about this cottage. Immaculately clean and comfortable. Close distance to Old Town St. Augustine, short walk to shopping, restaurants, and historic attractions. Peaceful neighborhood, just perfect for an evening stroll. Love the deck and new fire area.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane L., Glenville, New York, USA

Mar 3, 2024

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

Mermaid Cottage Stay

This is a lovely cottage in the quiet Lincolnville neighborhood, which is an historical African-American area; there is a wonderful museum on the corner exploring Black history in St. Augustine. The cottage is clean and bright with a very nice decor and a cute side deck. We were able to easily walk to the downtown area, and used our car only for traveling to Anastasia Island or to pick up some groceries. Restaurants are nearby; we enjoyed several, including The Blue Hen, The St. Augustine Fish Camp and The Floridian. The host, Sherri, responded quickly to our questions. I highly recommend this rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Feb 4, 2024

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

Perfect

We had a perfect week at the Mermaid's Tale. The cottage was beautifully restored with all the amenities. Interior design well done and conducive to relaxation. Location could not be better as we walked everywhere. The off-street parking really nice to have. Finally, the neighborhood was fun to just stroll around and enjoy the many quaint homes and gardens

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Jan 14, 2024

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

Quick get a way

Beautifully appointed, lovely outdoor spaces with comfortable furniture. Location was perfect for easy walking to town. Owner very responsive and helpful when we had issue getting football game on TV. The property met and exceded our expectations. Throughly enjoyed our stay

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023