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💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles
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9.8 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1+ bathroom Sleeps 5 600 sq ft
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St. Augustine, FL
- St. Augustine Beach4 min walk
- St. Johns County Ocean Pier8 min walk
- Anastasia State Park5 min drive
- St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)20 min drive
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1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Common Space
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom w/Private Bath
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Master Bathroom
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💲DIRECT OCEANFRONT Romantic Cottage💲 Best Beach - Walk to Restaurants - Downtown only 5 Miles
DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE - Explore this Romantic Oceanfront Cottage located just 5 miles from Historic Downtown St Augustine on the "Best Section" of beach. Loads of restaurants & activities within Walking Distance. No long catwalks. No Cars allowed on the Beach. Just waves & powder white sand steps from your door. Totally renovated in 2012 with Top-of-the-Line finishes. Choose from 4 Cottages ranging 1 to 5 Bedrooms for any size group. Cottage 4 is our most intimate sleeping 2 to 5. It looks like it came right out of Pottery Barn. Crisp White Linens. Bead board walls. Cool Marble Floors. I feel sure after one night, you will agree "It doesn't get any better than this".
2 PATIOS - First thing you will notice is the Outdoor Space and the murmur of the Surf. Sunbathe on the grassy Oceanfront lawn. Enjoy Happy Hour under the Trellis Oceanside Patio. Or Grill on the Private Fenced Courtyard in front. The Grill is both Gas (provide) or Charcoal so you have your choice and comes with a large Outdoor Dining Table.
Marble GREAT ROOM - The huge 8' Picture Windows is designed to bring the outside indoors. Cool Marble floors throughout. Soft Blues. White Bead board. You never forget you are at the Beach! For your entertainment, we added a Big Screen TV with Comcast and Streaming Video so you can share You Tube Videos or Netflix (if you have an account).
INDOOR & OUTDOOR DINING - There are both indoor and outdoor options. Inside is a unique "Cafeteria" table with swivel seats. Great for meals or games. My family loves games and Rummikub is our favorite. We play from 5 to 95 and find it one of the few games where you actually have to think. I hope it becomes a tradition in your family and that you will remember your stay at Seaside Cottages each time you play it.
GOURMET KITCHEN - White Shaker Kitchen & Stainless Appliances plus a new "Leather" finish Granite Countertops. I hope you love it as much as I do. The Kitchen is fully equipped with Pottery Barn dishes, glasses and all the pot, pans and utensils you'll need to create a gourmet meal. I hope you'll enjoy cooking so much you save enough money to stay another night!
OCEANFRONT MASTER - The Master Bedroom is accessed thru lovely Glass Spa Doors. With giant 8' window it has spectacular morning sunrises and 42" TV. There is a King Bed and private bath with Shower, Oval Mirrored Medicine cabinet and Waterfall Faucet.
EXTRA SLEEPING - If you need more room, the Leather Sofa in the Greatroom folds out into a comfortable Queen with a half bath next door. Plus the Daybed is a full Twin Mattress so we comfortably sleep 5.
OUTDOOR SHOWER There is a private Outdoor Shower with hot and cold water. Beach Chairs, Towels and Boogie Boards as well.
PARKING for 2 Cars
SHARED LAUNDRY Located behind Cottage 1 and Shared with Cottage 1
BEST BEACH Now that I have described the House, let me turn to the Beach and why I call it the "Best Beach". You need to do your research here. There is a tremendous difference in the beaches and only 18 streets of what most people agree is the Best. Be sure and find out “where” your beach house is located before you book. I believe this is the BEST for 5 reason:
1. The SAND. The sand is like powder, not coarse ground up shells like Vilano to the north. This is the white powder you are looking for. Great for drip castles!
2. The OCEAN is RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR STEP. There is no long raised boardwalk like further south along Atlantic View with a 5 minute walk across the dunes to navigate with the cooler & chairs before you ever get to the water. Here the ocean and the VIEW is steps from your door. Be careful. There are some “beachfront” homes that are so “far from the beach” because of the sand dunes that you can hardly “see” the ocean.
3. There are NO CARS. This is a major distinction. Everything south of A Street has Cars. Imagine trying to play paddle ball or throwing football with cars continually passing by & having to be on constant baby alert. Not while you are on vacation!
4. The beach is WIDE and level with GREAT WAVES. You have to be careful here too. Some beaches to the north on Vilano are narrow & steep, even with rocks, and the slope of the beach affects the waves. They break right at the shore line so close in you can't ride boogie boards. The locals consider this the BEST SURFING around. There is a Surf Shop, Pitt Surf, at A Street where you can rent boards and take lessons. You don't have to worry. This is not the West Coast. Waves are not too big and not too small. They are "just right". But you will have loads of fun with the boogie boards provide at The Seaside Cottages free of charge
5. Last but not least, the beach is within WALKING DISTANCE of loads of Restaurants & Shops. Many beaches both north and south are so isolated you have a long drive to get to anything. Not The Seaside Cottages. It is so nice to be able to walk over to a restaurant for breakfast or send the kids out an Ice cream cone. We have an amazing number of "wonderful" restaurants within walking distance. Our favorite Sunset Grill is a must. Even Live music at Cafe 11 & funky Jacks BBQ. At the Fishing Pier the Kids will love the Splash Park plus Beach Volleyball courts, there is a Farmers Market on Wednesday and Free Live Music Concerts every Wednesday night in the Summer. How wonderful is that? Publix and Starbucks are only 1.5 mile away. There is a park half mile north on Pope with Tennis or a YMCA for swimming or workout w/Daily or Weekly memberships if you are not a member at home. Just south is Miniature Golf which kids will love. And Royal St Augustine Golf for the Adults close by on 16. (World Golf and TPC/Sawgrass are about 30 minutes). See THINGS TO DO at my Website or call to let me know what you are looking for. I always answer my phone!
5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN - There is more to St Augustine that just the Beach. Our Downtown founded in 1565 is the oldest continuously occupied European Settlement in the US and one of the Top 6 Florida destinations according to US News & World Reports. (They rank us #2 Best Affordable Honeymoon Destination and our Beach #5 in USA). You'll feel like you are back in time. Strolling Old World Walking Streets. Romantic Lighting. Outdoor Music filling the air. There are scores Historic Sights and fabulous Restaurants. Call or my LIST of THINGS TO DO. With the Beach and the History we are truly a "Must Do".
NEED MORE SPACE? - Remember, if you need more space, or less, there are 4 Seaside Cottages on the same lot located at 2 9th Street. Please click on the links below:
Cottage 1 - 6 BD 5 BA - Sleeps 19 - https://www.vrbo.com/997177ha?
Cottage 2 - 2 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 7 - https://www.vrbo.com/997263ha?
Cottage 3 - 2 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528115ha?
Cottage 4 - 1 BD 1.5 BA - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528116ha? (Shown Here)
FOR EVEN MORE OCEANFRONT SPACE- See 2 1st Lane - Just 9 streets South)
Chautauqua - 7 BD 6.5 BA - Sleeps 21 - https://www.vrbo.com/128579ha?
FOR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN - Just 5 miles North - We have 3 locations
67 Lemon Street - House and Guesthouse (Half Mile Stroll to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
Lemon Street Retreat (Main House) - 3 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/9855477ha?
Lemon Guesthouse - 4 BD 3.5 BA - Sleeps 14 - https://www.vrbo.com/4651526ha?
Lemon Guesthouse Upstairs Only - Palm View - 3 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 9 - https://www.vrbo.com/4646734ha?
Lemon Guesthouse First Floor Only - Secret Garden - 1 BD 1.5 Ba - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/4647397ha?
28 Riberia Street - House and Guesthouse (2 Streets south also Half Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
Historic Lady (Main House) - 3 BD 4 BA - Sleeps 10 - https://www.vrbo.com/4198392ha?
Romantic Getaway Guesthouse - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - https://www.vrbo.com/4079442ha?
28 Saragossa (2 Streets East - Quarter Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
The Grand Oak - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August
Palm Paradise - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August
BOOKMARK ME - Please keep us in mind for small or large groups both at the Beach or Downtown. At the same address we have 3 other Cottages ranging from 1 to 5 Bedrooms (Sleeping 5, 7 or 19). Just a few block south we have an even larger Oceanfront home, The Chautauqua, with 7 Bedrooms & 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 21). Downtown are 2 Historic Homes just 2 blocks from each other, great for Wedding Guests, that range from 1 to 4 Bedrooms (Sleeping 2 to 14 each - 28 Total).
CALL LINDA - My goal is to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" on the "Best Beach" and have it become a part of "Your Family Tradition" so that you will grow to consider us "Your second home in St Augustine".
Feel free to call me anytime at 904.465.3852. I always answer my phone and am here to help. I am also a Realtor so if you "Fall in Love" like I did, I can help you find a great deal on a Vacation Home. I would love to take you Shopping.
Thank you again for considering me,
Linda Bayles
2 PATIOS - First thing you will notice is the Outdoor Space and the murmur of the Surf. Sunbathe on the grassy Oceanfront lawn. Enjoy Happy Hour under the Trellis Oceanside Patio. Or Grill on the Private Fenced Courtyard in front. The Grill is both Gas (provide) or Charcoal so you have your choice and comes with a large Outdoor Dining Table.
Marble GREAT ROOM - The huge 8' Picture Windows is designed to bring the outside indoors. Cool Marble floors throughout. Soft Blues. White Bead board. You never forget you are at the Beach! For your entertainment, we added a Big Screen TV with Comcast and Streaming Video so you can share You Tube Videos or Netflix (if you have an account).
INDOOR & OUTDOOR DINING - There are both indoor and outdoor options. Inside is a unique "Cafeteria" table with swivel seats. Great for meals or games. My family loves games and Rummikub is our favorite. We play from 5 to 95 and find it one of the few games where you actually have to think. I hope it becomes a tradition in your family and that you will remember your stay at Seaside Cottages each time you play it.
GOURMET KITCHEN - White Shaker Kitchen & Stainless Appliances plus a new "Leather" finish Granite Countertops. I hope you love it as much as I do. The Kitchen is fully equipped with Pottery Barn dishes, glasses and all the pot, pans and utensils you'll need to create a gourmet meal. I hope you'll enjoy cooking so much you save enough money to stay another night!
OCEANFRONT MASTER - The Master Bedroom is accessed thru lovely Glass Spa Doors. With giant 8' window it has spectacular morning sunrises and 42" TV. There is a King Bed and private bath with Shower, Oval Mirrored Medicine cabinet and Waterfall Faucet.
EXTRA SLEEPING - If you need more room, the Leather Sofa in the Greatroom folds out into a comfortable Queen with a half bath next door. Plus the Daybed is a full Twin Mattress so we comfortably sleep 5.
OUTDOOR SHOWER There is a private Outdoor Shower with hot and cold water. Beach Chairs, Towels and Boogie Boards as well.
PARKING for 2 Cars
SHARED LAUNDRY Located behind Cottage 1 and Shared with Cottage 1
BEST BEACH Now that I have described the House, let me turn to the Beach and why I call it the "Best Beach". You need to do your research here. There is a tremendous difference in the beaches and only 18 streets of what most people agree is the Best. Be sure and find out “where” your beach house is located before you book. I believe this is the BEST for 5 reason:
1. The SAND. The sand is like powder, not coarse ground up shells like Vilano to the north. This is the white powder you are looking for. Great for drip castles!
2. The OCEAN is RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR STEP. There is no long raised boardwalk like further south along Atlantic View with a 5 minute walk across the dunes to navigate with the cooler & chairs before you ever get to the water. Here the ocean and the VIEW is steps from your door. Be careful. There are some “beachfront” homes that are so “far from the beach” because of the sand dunes that you can hardly “see” the ocean.
3. There are NO CARS. This is a major distinction. Everything south of A Street has Cars. Imagine trying to play paddle ball or throwing football with cars continually passing by & having to be on constant baby alert. Not while you are on vacation!
4. The beach is WIDE and level with GREAT WAVES. You have to be careful here too. Some beaches to the north on Vilano are narrow & steep, even with rocks, and the slope of the beach affects the waves. They break right at the shore line so close in you can't ride boogie boards. The locals consider this the BEST SURFING around. There is a Surf Shop, Pitt Surf, at A Street where you can rent boards and take lessons. You don't have to worry. This is not the West Coast. Waves are not too big and not too small. They are "just right". But you will have loads of fun with the boogie boards provide at The Seaside Cottages free of charge
5. Last but not least, the beach is within WALKING DISTANCE of loads of Restaurants & Shops. Many beaches both north and south are so isolated you have a long drive to get to anything. Not The Seaside Cottages. It is so nice to be able to walk over to a restaurant for breakfast or send the kids out an Ice cream cone. We have an amazing number of "wonderful" restaurants within walking distance. Our favorite Sunset Grill is a must. Even Live music at Cafe 11 & funky Jacks BBQ. At the Fishing Pier the Kids will love the Splash Park plus Beach Volleyball courts, there is a Farmers Market on Wednesday and Free Live Music Concerts every Wednesday night in the Summer. How wonderful is that? Publix and Starbucks are only 1.5 mile away. There is a park half mile north on Pope with Tennis or a YMCA for swimming or workout w/Daily or Weekly memberships if you are not a member at home. Just south is Miniature Golf which kids will love. And Royal St Augustine Golf for the Adults close by on 16. (World Golf and TPC/Sawgrass are about 30 minutes). See THINGS TO DO at my Website or call to let me know what you are looking for. I always answer my phone!
5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN - There is more to St Augustine that just the Beach. Our Downtown founded in 1565 is the oldest continuously occupied European Settlement in the US and one of the Top 6 Florida destinations according to US News & World Reports. (They rank us #2 Best Affordable Honeymoon Destination and our Beach #5 in USA). You'll feel like you are back in time. Strolling Old World Walking Streets. Romantic Lighting. Outdoor Music filling the air. There are scores Historic Sights and fabulous Restaurants. Call or my LIST of THINGS TO DO. With the Beach and the History we are truly a "Must Do".
NEED MORE SPACE? - Remember, if you need more space, or less, there are 4 Seaside Cottages on the same lot located at 2 9th Street. Please click on the links below:
Cottage 1 - 6 BD 5 BA - Sleeps 19 - https://www.vrbo.com/997177ha?
Cottage 2 - 2 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 7 - https://www.vrbo.com/997263ha?
Cottage 3 - 2 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528115ha?
Cottage 4 - 1 BD 1.5 BA - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/3528116ha? (Shown Here)
FOR EVEN MORE OCEANFRONT SPACE- See 2 1st Lane - Just 9 streets South)
Chautauqua - 7 BD 6.5 BA - Sleeps 21 - https://www.vrbo.com/128579ha?
FOR HISTORIC DOWNTOWN - Just 5 miles North - We have 3 locations
67 Lemon Street - House and Guesthouse (Half Mile Stroll to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
Lemon Street Retreat (Main House) - 3 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 6 - https://www.vrbo.com/9855477ha?
Lemon Guesthouse - 4 BD 3.5 BA - Sleeps 14 - https://www.vrbo.com/4651526ha?
Lemon Guesthouse Upstairs Only - Palm View - 3 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 9 - https://www.vrbo.com/4646734ha?
Lemon Guesthouse First Floor Only - Secret Garden - 1 BD 1.5 Ba - Sleeps 5 - https://www.vrbo.com/4647397ha?
28 Riberia Street - House and Guesthouse (2 Streets south also Half Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
Historic Lady (Main House) - 3 BD 4 BA - Sleeps 10 - https://www.vrbo.com/4198392ha?
Romantic Getaway Guesthouse - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - https://www.vrbo.com/4079442ha?
28 Saragossa (2 Streets East - Quarter Mile Walk to St George Street - Just 5 miles North)
The Grand Oak - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August
Palm Paradise - 1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4 - Coming in August
BOOKMARK ME - Please keep us in mind for small or large groups both at the Beach or Downtown. At the same address we have 3 other Cottages ranging from 1 to 5 Bedrooms (Sleeping 5, 7 or 19). Just a few block south we have an even larger Oceanfront home, The Chautauqua, with 7 Bedrooms & 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 21). Downtown are 2 Historic Homes just 2 blocks from each other, great for Wedding Guests, that range from 1 to 4 Bedrooms (Sleeping 2 to 14 each - 28 Total).
CALL LINDA - My goal is to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" on the "Best Beach" and have it become a part of "Your Family Tradition" so that you will grow to consider us "Your second home in St Augustine".
Feel free to call me anytime at 904.465.3852. I always answer my phone and am here to help. I am also a Realtor so if you "Fall in Love" like I did, I can help you find a great deal on a Vacation Home. I would love to take you Shopping.
Thank you again for considering me,
Linda Bayles
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St. Augustine
Located in St. Augustine, this vacation home is on the beach. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Vilano Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Flagler College Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Castle Otttis.

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What's nearby
- St. Augustine Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Anastasia State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
- Flagler College - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
- St. George Street - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
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- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Salt Life Food Shack - 13 min walk
- World Famous Oasis Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Sunset Grille - 7 min walk
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Reviews
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Louise R.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Louise R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon B.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beach heaven
Shannon B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin O.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage at the beach
Kristin O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen J.
Mar 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Time
Colleen J.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui C.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach bungalow!
Jacqui C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gary G.
Apr 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach
Gary G.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Carolyn D.
Nov 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Carolyn D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Krista S.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Krista S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Charles C.
Jun 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Charles C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
John
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
Feb 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage and amazing neighborhood.
Michael G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
John R.
Feb 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
John R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anthony H., Big Canoe, Georgia
Feb 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Anthony H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
Jan 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect couples beach cottage
Linda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
kathleen a.
May 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right!
kathleen a.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
May 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Michael D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Will S.
Apr 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Will S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Casse L.
Apr 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage right on the beach
Casse L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Carl D.
Sep 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Vacation
Carl D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kendra H.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private cottage steps from the beach!
Kendra H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy S.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location/beach access!
Kathy S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Diane K.
Jan 29, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Great Location But....
Diane K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
james d., Essex, VT, USA
Feb 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical time
james d.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
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Dec 26, 2023
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The best location!
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About the host
Hosted by Linda Bayles

My name is Linda Bayles. I have been a Realtor in the Jacksonville/St Augustine area ranking in the Top 1% of Agents since 1998. In 2005 I walked into a 1926 beach cottage direct oceanfront on St Augustine Beach and knew I had found my calling. I wanted to 'Create' a vacation space for Families. Large extended families. A place were Cousins, Grandmothers, Uncles and Aunts can comfortably come together to reconnect and enjoy each other away from the demands of the outside world. I come from a large family of 5 children as does my husband, Brad. Some of my fondest memories are when we all got together to just 'hang out' for 3 or 4 days. The little ones always come up with a 'play'. The adults always congregate in the Kitchen passing down the 'Family Recipes' to the next generation and playing Games. We are a big Game playing family. Specifically Rummikub. We start them at 5 and My Mother is still going at 95. If you have never played, you must. I make sure there is one in each house. Once you are hooked and have one of your own, I hope you will think of your St Augustine stay every time you play.
So I bought that 1926 Craftsman, gutted it and turned it into The Chautauqua which sleeps 21. It has been a rewarding success. In 2011, my Father expanded the tradition and bought 4 homes on one Oceanfront compound on 9th Street. We could not believe our luck and spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages. We started renting them in June of 2012. The Best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the “Best Beach” - No cars. No Catwalk. The ocean right at your door. Everything within walking distance.
In 2016 I moved to Downtown St Augustine and added 4 more Downtown Homes walking distance of St George Street, the Center of Historic Downtown and all the Restaurants, Sights and Music. It is absolutely charming at night. You will feel you are strolling an old European City. A must see.
I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to call me any time day or night at 904.465.3852.
PS: I am also a Realtor. I work primarily as a Single Agent. There are not many of us out there. Most Realtors work as neutral Transaction Agents. You can google 'Buyers Agent' to get an overview of the difference. I think it is big. Just ask yourself the question, Would I want the other sides Attorney to represent me too? That's it in a nut shell but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing just YOUR interest. We are all paid by the Seller. So .... I would love to help if you are thinking about buying or selling in the area. Just call and I will send photos of what's available. Once here I would love to give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping". We can see about 4 per hour and you have me as long as it takes.
So I bought that 1926 Craftsman, gutted it and turned it into The Chautauqua which sleeps 21. It has been a rewarding success. In 2011, my Father expanded the tradition and bought 4 homes on one Oceanfront compound on 9th Street. We could not believe our luck and spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages. We started renting them in June of 2012. The Best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the “Best Beach” - No cars. No Catwalk. The ocean right at your door. Everything within walking distance.
In 2016 I moved to Downtown St Augustine and added 4 more Downtown Homes walking distance of St George Street, the Center of Historic Downtown and all the Restaurants, Sights and Music. It is absolutely charming at night. You will feel you are strolling an old European City. A must see.
I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to call me any time day or night at 904.465.3852.
PS: I am also a Realtor. I work primarily as a Single Agent. There are not many of us out there. Most Realtors work as neutral Transaction Agents. You can google 'Buyers Agent' to get an overview of the difference. I think it is big. Just ask yourself the question, Would I want the other sides Attorney to represent me too? That's it in a nut shell but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing just YOUR interest. We are all paid by the Seller. So .... I would love to help if you are thinking about buying or selling in the area. Just call and I will send photos of what's available. Once here I would love to give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping". We can see about 4 per hour and you have me as long as it takes.
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