Magical courtyard private cottage by beach

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Beautiful private courtyard, for guest use only.

Bottom unit only with exclusive access to private fenced in courtyard

XL courtyard dining table, freshly sanded and restained

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

St Augustine, FL

St. Augustine Beach5 min walk
St. Johns County Ocean Pier12 min walk
Anastasia State Park5 min drive
Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)61 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Recently updated beach cottage! Available downstairs space is very comfortable with a relaxed island breezy appeal. King and queen bedrooms with additional quality blow up queen mattress. Living space is open with French doors leading to the back deck. Great for relaxing after a day at the beach, downtown or shopping as this place is close to it all. Spacious kitchen with dining for 6 plus a small breakfast nook. Gorgeous private courtyard with string lights for night time dining in a magical setting.
Expect everything you may need or forgot to bring with complimentary wine and freshly made muffins upon arrival. Water bottles and coffees to start you out plus a hair dryer, soaps, towels, beach wagon and chairs, gas grills, off-street parking and more all for your use.
Golf and shopping is everywhere! Local dining is wonderful on St. Augustine Beach, Vilano Beach and downtown. Some of our favorites are Beachcomber, Terra & Aqua, Ice Plant, Odd Birds Bar, Catch 27, Barley Republic, Crave Foodtruck, Kookaburra Coffee, The Reef and The Preserved. All info regarding attractions and menus are available to you.
Beach access is a 5 minute walk or should you wish to drive there is public parking on 10th Street and A1A or drive on beach parking only a few blocks south on A Street.
Pets are negotiable with $125 non-refundable fee.

Property manager

Alan and Lela

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Sea view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Pets allowed with nonrefundable $125 fee for up to 2 pets but more are negotiable. None destructive or loud. Assure dog(s) have no separation anxiety

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

This cottage is located in St. Augustine. St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

St. Augustine Beach - 5 min walk
St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 12 min walk
Anastasia State Park - 5 min drive
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 6 min drive
St. George Street - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's - 3 min drive
Salt Life Food Shack - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Crabby's Beachside - 12 min walk
Sunset Grille - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magical courtyard private cottage by beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Magical courtyard private cottage by beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magical courtyard private cottage by beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magical courtyard private cottage by beach located?

Situated in St. Augustine, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Johns County Ocean Pier and St. Augustine Beach. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Matanzas River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carolin J.

9 April 2024

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

Wunderbare Wohnung in Strandnähe

Diese Wohnung ist ideal für eine kleine Familie, die St Augustine entdecken und vor allem Zeit am Strand verbringen möchte. Sie ist geräumig, sauber, geschmackvoll eingerichtet und sehr gut ausgestattet. Der Außenbereich ist wunderschön. Die Lage in einem netten und ruhigen Wohngebiet hat uns sehr gut gefallen. St Augustine war mit dem Auto schnell zu erreichen und der Strand war fußläufig. Wir haben hier wunderbare Tage verbracht und wären gern noch viel länger geblieben!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

31 December 2023

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

Stay at Cottage

The house was spotless and well-equipped with everything we needed. The host's attention to detail was evident in the thoughtful amenities provided including fresh baked bread, wine, and treats for my dog. We especially appreciated the quick responses and helpful tips from the host.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

3 December 2023

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

Private paradise

Fantastic location in St Augustine Beach. Walkable to beach and many restaurants. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Fully fenced backyard/courtyard is an amazing place to eat, relax, watch birds, and enjoy the weather. Spotless interior, comfortable furnishings. Easy check in and out and lovely hosts. Can’t go wrong with this booking.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelo G.

20 October 2023

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

Anniversary weekend

what a wonderful and fabulous Anniversary weekend was at this beautiful cottage. the outdoor courtyard was serene, beautiful, clean, well kept and private. furnishing were so beautiful and Lela provided every amenity one could ask for. love, love, loved everything about this property. hope to book again. thank you Lela and Alan!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., LUTZ

12 September 2023

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

Amazing house and backyard!

The owners have done a fabulous job providing everything you will for the perfect getaway. The space is beautiful, comfy and super clean! The backyard is amazing-we loved sitting on the deck watching the squirrels play! Situated right across from the beach and walking distance to many restaurants and bars!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alan and Lela

Brief background: Alan Swanson is a Flagler graduate and has been living in St. Augustine since 2002. He now works as a rep for Roof Pros, a locally run roofing company specializing in insurance claims due to storm damage. Alan's fiance Lela Pate found an incredible community when she moved to St. Augustine in 2008 and knew it was her forever home. Previous owner of LuLi’s Cupcakes bakery in uptown St. Augustine, she now works as administration/ office support for Alan while still enjoying baking at home as a hobby. Their paths crossed in 2012 and have since been building a productive, bright life together in their favorite town.

A note to our renters: We are excited to represent this charming beach house and always strive to maintain its highly rated reputation. We welcome you to enjoy all St. Augustine has to offer. Let us know what we can do to make your experience the best it can be.

Why they chose this property

We love the small town feel but still with so much to do. The beaches are absolutely beautiful!

What makes this property unique

We live upstairs and are available should you need anything at all! We are very laid back, give our guests their privacy and exclusive access to the courtyard.