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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft
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St Augustine, FL
- Place, Matanzas River1 min walk
- Place, Matanzas Inlet2 min walk
- Place, Fort Matanzas National Monument1 min drive
- Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Loft
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Oceanfront Family Retreat - Steps to Sand w/ Grill, Bikes & Ocean Views!
Wake up to ocean waves just steps from your deck at this true beachfront retreat in St. Augustine. Families love the stocked kitchen, loft for kids, and peaceful stretch of sand perfect for shelling or spotting dolphins and sea turtles. Grill dinners oceanside and unwind to the sound of the surf.
⭐ “Can’t get any closer to the water… saw sea turtles and dolphins all week!” – Michelle
🏖 HIGHLIGHTS
✓ True oceanfront, steps to sand
✓ Loft for kids + family-friendly layout
✓ Grill, beach gear & quiet Matanzas Inlet views
THE SPACE
Beachfront retreat with ocean views, pet friendly, outdoor grill, loft for kids, and fully stocked kitchen!
🏷 Main Floor
Kitchen & Dining Room (elevated kitchen floor area)
∙ FULLY stocked kitchen for at-home baking and cooking
∙ 12 cup coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, toaster & wine opener
∙ Cooking oils and seasoning essentials
∙ Abundance of dishware, glassware and silverware
∙ Full-sized fridge and freezer with ice maker
∙ Glass top stove and oven
∙ Microwave
∙ Dishwasher
∙ Dining room table, seating for 4
Living Room
∙ Coastal retreat living room vibes
∙ Massive Smart TV
∙ Netflix subscribed
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Pull out beds (2 double beds)
∙ Spiral staircase going to the 2nd floor
Bedroom # 1
∙ Double beds (Pull out beds)
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
🏷 2nd Floor
Bedroom #2 (Primary Bedroom)
∙ King size bed
∙ Smart TV
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Large walk-in closet w/ hangers
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Dresser
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Luggage rack
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ iron and iron stand
Bedroom #3 (Loft)
∙ 2 Single beds
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Dresser
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Luggage rack
Bathroom #1 (Ensuite -Bathroom 1&2)
∙ Shower
. Bidet
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Single vanity with extra large mirror and plenty of counterspace
Balcony
Bathroom #2
∙ Shower
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Bathtub
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Two Single vanitys with mirrors
∙ Outdoor seating
🏷 Outdoor Space(s)
Deck (shared with 2 other units)
∙ Outdoor seating
∙ Charcoal BBQ grill, grilling utensils with charcoal
∙ Picnic table
∙ Oceanfront view and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy!
🏷 Parking
Free parking on premises (2 vehicles)
🚘 Nearby
∙ Oasis Restaurant (15) Laid-back café offering fabulous reuben sandwichs, brunch, and live music — a local favorite.
∙ Commanders Shellfish Camp (5 min): Casual beachfront restaurant serving seafood and tropical drinks with river views. They raise clams on premise
∙ Sunset Grille (20 min): Relaxed seafood and steak restaurant with outdoor seating, perfect for sunset dining.
∙ Salt Life Food Shack (8 min): Trendy coastal eatery offering sushi, tacos, and cocktails just steps from the beach.
∙ The Amp (St. Augustine Amphitheatre) (9 min): Popular outdoor concert venue surrounded by trees and local markets.
∙ Violas Italian Restaurant (8 min): Classic diner offering Italian favorites and pizza near the beach.
∙ Elkhouse Eatery (5 min): Cozy neighborhood café serving exotic dishes.
∙ Mango Mango’s Caribbean Grill (14 min): Colorful beach area restaurant with a tropical menu and fun vibe.
∙ Beachcomber Restaurant (15 min): Oceanfront dining right on the sand — perfect for brunch or cocktails by the waves.
. Fort Matanzas (2) in sight from the deck. The real fort. It’s free, & the boat ride is free also.
∙ St. George Street (Historic District) (19 min): Cobblestone pedestrian street filled with shops, cafés, and local boutiques. This is the primary tourist attraction
∙ Bridge of Lions (20 min): Beautiful historic bridge connecting the island to downtown St. Augustine — a must-see landmark.
∙ Lightner Museum (20 min): Elegant museum featuring fine art, antiques, and Gilded-Age architecture.
∙ Castillo de San Marcos (22 min): Historic 17th-century Spanish fort overlooking the bayfront — a top attraction in the city.
∙ St. Augustine Distillery (25 min): Locally owned craft distillery offering free tours and tastings in a historic building.
∙ Washington Oaks Gardens State Park (28 min): Garden trails, coquina rock shoreline, and shaded picnic spots — great for nature lovers.
∙ Faver-Dykes State Park (32 min): Secluded park with hiking trails, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in a peaceful natural setting.
⭐ “Can’t get any closer to the water… saw sea turtles and dolphins all week!” – Michelle
🏖 HIGHLIGHTS
✓ True oceanfront, steps to sand
✓ Loft for kids + family-friendly layout
✓ Grill, beach gear & quiet Matanzas Inlet views
THE SPACE
Beachfront retreat with ocean views, pet friendly, outdoor grill, loft for kids, and fully stocked kitchen!
🏷 Main Floor
Kitchen & Dining Room (elevated kitchen floor area)
∙ FULLY stocked kitchen for at-home baking and cooking
∙ 12 cup coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, toaster & wine opener
∙ Cooking oils and seasoning essentials
∙ Abundance of dishware, glassware and silverware
∙ Full-sized fridge and freezer with ice maker
∙ Glass top stove and oven
∙ Microwave
∙ Dishwasher
∙ Dining room table, seating for 4
Living Room
∙ Coastal retreat living room vibes
∙ Massive Smart TV
∙ Netflix subscribed
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Pull out beds (2 double beds)
∙ Spiral staircase going to the 2nd floor
Bedroom # 1
∙ Double beds (Pull out beds)
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
🏷 2nd Floor
Bedroom #2 (Primary Bedroom)
∙ King size bed
∙ Smart TV
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Large walk-in closet w/ hangers
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Dresser
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Luggage rack
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ iron and iron stand
Bedroom #3 (Loft)
∙ 2 Single beds
∙ Premium mattress and comforter
∙ Bedside table and lamp
∙ Dresser
∙ Ceiling fan
∙ Luggage rack
Bathroom #1 (Ensuite -Bathroom 1&2)
∙ Shower
. Bidet
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Single vanity with extra large mirror and plenty of counterspace
Balcony
Bathroom #2
∙ Shower
∙ Shampoo and body wash
∙ Bathtub
∙ Makeup washcloth
∙ Two Single vanitys with mirrors
∙ Outdoor seating
🏷 Outdoor Space(s)
Deck (shared with 2 other units)
∙ Outdoor seating
∙ Charcoal BBQ grill, grilling utensils with charcoal
∙ Picnic table
∙ Oceanfront view and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy!
🏷 Parking
Free parking on premises (2 vehicles)
🚘 Nearby
∙ Oasis Restaurant (15) Laid-back café offering fabulous reuben sandwichs, brunch, and live music — a local favorite.
∙ Commanders Shellfish Camp (5 min): Casual beachfront restaurant serving seafood and tropical drinks with river views. They raise clams on premise
∙ Sunset Grille (20 min): Relaxed seafood and steak restaurant with outdoor seating, perfect for sunset dining.
∙ Salt Life Food Shack (8 min): Trendy coastal eatery offering sushi, tacos, and cocktails just steps from the beach.
∙ The Amp (St. Augustine Amphitheatre) (9 min): Popular outdoor concert venue surrounded by trees and local markets.
∙ Violas Italian Restaurant (8 min): Classic diner offering Italian favorites and pizza near the beach.
∙ Elkhouse Eatery (5 min): Cozy neighborhood café serving exotic dishes.
∙ Mango Mango’s Caribbean Grill (14 min): Colorful beach area restaurant with a tropical menu and fun vibe.
∙ Beachcomber Restaurant (15 min): Oceanfront dining right on the sand — perfect for brunch or cocktails by the waves.
. Fort Matanzas (2) in sight from the deck. The real fort. It’s free, & the boat ride is free also.
∙ St. George Street (Historic District) (19 min): Cobblestone pedestrian street filled with shops, cafés, and local boutiques. This is the primary tourist attraction
∙ Bridge of Lions (20 min): Beautiful historic bridge connecting the island to downtown St. Augustine — a must-see landmark.
∙ Lightner Museum (20 min): Elegant museum featuring fine art, antiques, and Gilded-Age architecture.
∙ Castillo de San Marcos (22 min): Historic 17th-century Spanish fort overlooking the bayfront — a top attraction in the city.
∙ St. Augustine Distillery (25 min): Locally owned craft distillery offering free tours and tastings in a historic building.
∙ Washington Oaks Gardens State Park (28 min): Garden trails, coquina rock shoreline, and shaded picnic spots — great for nature lovers.
∙ Faver-Dykes State Park (32 min): Secluded park with hiking trails, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in a peaceful natural setting.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Tidal pools enchant kids searching for critters
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee is $200 we provide kennels if requested
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside only.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place items needing laundered in front of the washer
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
St. Augustine
Located in St. Augustine, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Palm Coast Lanes. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St Augustine, FL
What's nearby
- Matanzas River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Matanzas Inlet - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Fort Matanzas National Monument - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
- Crescent Beach - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
- St. Augustine Beach - 13 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sandbar Pub - 6 min drive
- Circle K - 7 min drive
- Back 40 A1A - 8 min drive
- Circle K - 3 min walk
- The Commander’s Shellfish Camp - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kat J.
23 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kat J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle W.
17 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Michelle W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brad D.
15 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t get any closer to the ocean
Brad D.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Victoria L.
5 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Victoria L.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret H.
6 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Margaret H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trey R., Lansing, MI
27 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Trey R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
26 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
stephanie l.
1 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
stephanie l.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gina T.
4 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Gina T.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Eva B., Myrtle beach, SC
16 Oct, 2017
Beautiful views to wake up to
Eva B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Amber W.
4 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Amber W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trey R., Lansing, MI
7 Mar, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Trey R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carol M.
15 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mi Casa
Carol M.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
lori w.
30 Jun, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing can't wait to book for next year
lori w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lynne A., AUSTIN
23 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice for waves!
Lynne A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
stephanie l.
4 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach, Beach, Beach
stephanie l.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas L., DeLand
26 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Beach
Thomas L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Anthony P.
25 Nov, 2017
Great location
Anthony P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
8/10 Good
Melinda C.
22 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
Melinda C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Selena E.
10 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place
Selena E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
patricia a w.
25 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay
patricia a w.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda C., Fleming Island, Fl
21 May, 2017
Perfect beach vacation
Rhonda C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
10/10 Excellent
Jenni V.
29 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Jenni V.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Owner, Barry Fouts
We're both retired business owners who breed parrots as a hobby. On our 55 acre farm covered with 100+ year old grandfather oaks we have dogs & cats on rat & predator patrol duty, cows, horses, guineas, peacocks, chickens and many breeding pairs of macaws, cockatoos and african greys. We're both Florida natives; me from Lakeland, Pat from Jacksonville
Why they chose this property
We love the quiet & solitude. When we moved to NE Florida in 1998 we visited St Augustine public beach and were not impressed by the crowds. 2011 was the first time we returned, and discovered Mi Casa. Our place on Summer Haven Island is the closest thing to a private beach you'll find for under $10 million. As soon as we stood on the deck, which really is on the beach, we told the realtor 'we'll take it!' Some of the yearly renters have come back 10 years in a row, and everyone has written wonderful reviews of the location and the upgrades we've made. We're always amazed at the condos that can't offer what Mi Casa has. They're a challenge just to walk the distance out their crowded walkway over sand dunes to the waters edge. Mi Casa has us spoiled. Walking down our 5' wide steps onto the beach is an unfair comparison. The rod holders on the deck railing are your first clue that nobody else is this close to the water! Some say it's like being on a boat!
What makes this property unique
Waking to the roar of the ocean is a wonderful experience. Coffee on the deck, then 2nd cup on the beach letting the dogs run free (oops, the leash slipped out of my hand). Birds huddled on the sandbar in front. Discover turtle nests in season, and shells and critters caught in the tidal pools or rent a bike and enjoy the miles of paved bike paths north and south. Spot a sea turtle or manatee or dolphins swimming past. Whales pass in front but I haven't spotted one myself. Watch the kite boarders sail 20' into the air. Watch the Ospreys shake in flight like a dog after diving for fish. Last year a Bald Eagle pair regularly fished out front off the rocks. Gaze at the shrimp boats with binoculars (provided) then drive up the road & buy tonights shrimp dinner you watched being caught. View the stars in the near total darkness. Or watch a rocket launch from Cape Canaveral. Cross over the bridge & explore Fort Matanzas and its nature trail for free.
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