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2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park.

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A rustic garden with a wooden birdhouse, a small pond, and various plants.
A garden area with a stone bench, a wooden bench, and a small stone wall.
A backyard with a chessboard, lounge chairs, and a table.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A small, cozy room with a single bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror on the wall, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Vilano Point Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Vilano Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Vilano Beach Pavilion
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Vilano Point Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park.

Two blocks from quiite beach (have to cross A1A), scenic short walk under bridge to publix, 1 block to circle K, Relaxing yard with fountain, tables, rocking chairs, herbs for cooking. Private cool under oak canopy park full of plants and pollinators behind your parking. Inside: bedroom: queen bed, rocking chair/5’ futon, tv. Bathroom has shower with seat and two shower heads. Fully equipped kitchen/dining room/ side space with curtains, futon & tv. Neighbors are friendly long term tenants. Safe neighborhood, 6 blocks away park with tennis, wiffleball, kids slide etc & dog park. The place has character. Dogs welcome.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1275177vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

St. Augustine

Located by the ocean, this apartment is in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by World Golf Village, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Francis Field or Flagler College Tennis Center.
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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Vilano Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tolomato River - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Vilano Beach Pavilion - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vilano Point Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • beach near Inlet Marina - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaches On Vilano - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brisky’s Bbq - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fire Wok - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Surfside Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Libre - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 blocks to beach, close to Publix, .with relaxing yard & private park. located?

Located in Vilano Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Vilano Beach, Vilano Beach Pavilion and Tolomato River. Vilano Point Beach and Matanzas River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge T.

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

Great place to stay!

Host extremely friendly and helpful, great location and place to stay. Very good for the price. If you are looking for a 5 star hotel this I not the place for you. If you want a clean, safe and comfortable place with a convenient location, don't hesitate and book, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Vacation!!!

John was a great host. Lots of info. Had a wonderful time. Brought our fur babies!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn A.

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

Great location in a lovely place

This place is great if you’re looking for a spot close to the beach and close to St. Augustine. Rabbit is an excellent host and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach T.

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

We enjoyed our stay.

We enjoyed our stay at Hans Retreat. We definitely will be back in the future. The location was close to everything in St. Augustine. We love Vilano Beach and why we choose to stay there. Rabbit is super friendly and welcoming to his guests and if you have any questions or concerns he is on location to help. Thanks again Rabbit! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

A great little place

The location is fantastic. our host Rabbit was very accommodating and informative. The fenced yard was great for my dog. Rabbit makes sure you have ice, bottled water, and basic necessities, he even has an herb garden out back and urges you to help yourself to mint, basil, cilantro, parsley, etc. I am definitely booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karie B.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

tim d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Easy stay

We were in town to visit family - we have been to St Augustine many times - can't beat the location - barely got to use the house but it served our needs well.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great place

The house was clean and well stocked. The yard was a jungle but it was comfortable sitting out there. Our dog lived all the nooks and crannies to explore. We had a very relaxing and peaceful stay! Thank you Rabbit@
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Amazing

Everything was just absolutely amazing. Will definitely book this place again in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Clean & Comfortable

Hans House was overall very clean & comfortable. We were pleasantly surprised to see that bottled drinking water, a food processor & a good inventory of cleaning supplies were available. We chose this property for its fenced- in private backyard that was perfect for our two dogs. The traffic noise did take some getting used to but it wasn’t a big deal, as the neighborhood is very quiet & nice for long walks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Marjorie E.

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

Walk on the beach

Beach house was in excellent proximity to beach. Enjoyed to the max walking on the beach. Some traffic noise from highway was annoying. Loved the area.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

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

Good

Great place and good host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

2020 Retreat

We had a great time. Rabbit is a wealth of knowledge, and he is happy to share the information with you. A couple of days we stayed outside in the yard all day with our dog. Bandit (yard is fenced in). We hope to return next year. Thank you, Rabbit for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Kadale H.

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

Great Value,The Henderson

The Han's beach house was nice for me and my husband, would have love to stay out side but the yard needed some landscaping, had to do some extra cleaning but the place was stocked with just about everything you need to cook take your favorite cooking tools, they need to have a vaccum to clean pet hair off futton, with that siad will stay again!! Thanks Rabbit !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Vaca 2020

This is our second staying! Everything was as expected! Check in was a breeze! Location to beach is just a block and 2 minute walk! Spent the nights downtown. Will most likely continue to return here!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Great Value

This place is perfect for me, my husband, and our dog. Rabbit is a very thoughtful host and provides all the basics for your stay (though you might want to bring your favorite utensils from home if you're planning to cook all your meals as we did), and he's always available to chat and answer any questions. Right across A1A from the beach, the location can't be beat, and the beach is not-busy enough that we were always able to keep plenty of distance from other people. Plenty of food options nearby, though we didn't take full advantage of them this time as we are staying as socially distanced as possible from other people. This was our second visit and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Excellent for pet owners!

Small and cozy cottage for a small and cozy town. Fenced in yard was exactly what we needed for our two dogs. Rabbit was on site and very friendly and helpful with suggestions. Across from the beach but only a two minute walk to be in the sand. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

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

Great Stay Once Again

This was our 2nd stay on in this property. "Rabbit" very accommodating. Everything you need was there. You really just need food, and that is even right down the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan Y.

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

Wonderful location, doggie friendly cottage feel

We have stayed twice at this location as it was perfect for our family. We love to cook healthy meals at home and our dog needs a fenced yard to play in. Hans Retreat fit the bill perfectly. It is across from the beach and a grocery store and liquor store is closeby. Our host, Rabbit, is awesome - he is a wealth of information.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

Everything included

No need to buy anything other than the food.Cleaning supplies,paper products and even bottled water was there.Rabbit keeps in contact to make sure you're happy and give suggestions what to visit . Location is great with the beach just across the street and St Augustine just over the bridge.Perfect for a solo or couple that don't want to spend money eating out constantly. The fenced yard(very nice) is a big plus for dog owners and the beach across the street is pet friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

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

When can I do it again??

Owner "Rabbit" was very kind. Great!!! very nice . The rental was as described, will definitely book again. Very easy to get to and from town. "Rabbit " made sure we had what we needed and then some. All the comforts of home. Thank you "Rabbit". Looking forward to seeing you next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Vaca 2019

My boyfriend and myself enjoyed our week here with our doggie. The check in was the easiest and the owner was welcoming and helpful. I would love to return. This has been one of my favorite vacation spots. The beach was close. Downtown was close as well with many fun and historic sites to see. We will be returning to this spot for another enjoyable time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Great location!

Great location to the beach and fishing pier. We were able to bring our dogs, one of which isn’t too friendly, because it has a great fenced area. Very short drive to all of the Old Town attractions. The home has everything you could possibly need and the price was very reasonable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great Experience

The property was exactly as advertised, "Rabbit" the owner; is an awesome down to earth guy. The location was perfect and we couldn't have asked for more. This place is a hidden gem that we will visit again !!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolf B.

great location, enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed staying here. We enjoyed walking the beach and neighborhood, as well as exploring the history of St. Augustine. The place had a somewhat rustic, "beach cottage" feel to it, and we enjoyed that. The owner was friendly and very helpful, supplying stuff we needed such as briquets for the BBQ and so on. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by John (Rabbit) Kling

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My name is Rabbit, I live close by and can be as available as you'd like.

Why they chose this property

Vilano beach is on a small island which still has a little small island appeal. The neighborhood is safe and you can walk or bike under the bridge to the local businesses.

What makes this property unique

We have a nice place to relax in a little park under a oak hammock. Many plants (offen labeled) with many pollinators flying around.

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