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WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY

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A yellow house with a garage, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
A dining area with a wooden table and four chairs, a red cabinet, a checkered sofa, and a fish-shaped wall decoration.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a microwave, a toaster, and a sink.
A living room with two green sofas, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bedroom with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated at the riverfront, this vacation home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 4 guests. Enjoy activities like kayaking, hiking, and water sports nearby. The property includes a patio and is pet-friendly, making it ideal for families. Explore attractions such as Butler Beach and Butler Beach State Park.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Butler Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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St Augustine, FL
  • Place, Butler Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Beach State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Augustine Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY

Spacious and comfortable home in beautiful St. Augustine beach. Fully furnished and ready for a relaxed family vacation. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven and a full complement of kitchen utensils. Washer-Dryer combination and all cleaning materials. Dine outside overlooking a tree-lined back yard or in a cozy dining space off the kitchen. Driveway and garage parking. Central air conditioning and heating. Easy walk to either the magical beach of St. Augustine or watch the sunset on the Estuary.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Well behaved dogs are considered but no cats.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you allow dogs on furniture, please use supplied covers. I also have a sheet of Dog Etiquette.
This is a lovely quiet residential neighborhood with lots of children. Please be respectful of neighbors.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4282477
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
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
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 on a river, this holiday home is in Butler Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and 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 St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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St Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Butler Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Butler Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • St. George Street - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 19 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paladar Cuban Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO BEACH AND ESTUARY and DOG FRIENDLY located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Butler Beach and Matanzas River. St. Augustine Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!And lovely house!
Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The place is in a really good area near the beach. The house was big enough that allowed us the needed privacy to work remotely. Backyard was great for the dog.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2023
So glad the house was perfect for your stay. Hope you will visit St Augustine and our house again! Thank you for leaving everything in great shape.
Archival

8/10 Good

House is very comfortable and close to so many activities, beautiful beach and wonderful restaurant!

House is very comfortable and I loved the quite neighborhood!! I loved being so close to the beautiful beaches, the beautiful city of St. Augustine, the St. John's Pier and all the wonderful seafood restaurants in the area! The house also had all the comforts of home provided!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your review! St Augustine is a perfect place for a family vacation - there seems to be something for everyone. Glad you stayed with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Place to Stay

This property is centrally located and very well stocked with everything needed to enjoy your visit. The house and property are very well maintained and the owner is very responsive to any inquiries. We have stayed here before and enjoyed it then, and enjoyed it now. Book early, this property is in demand.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov, 2022
Thank you for your lovely review! It is always a pleasure having you stay with us. You leave the house in excellent shape so I am glad it is a good fit for you. We look forward to your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quite neighborhood close to the beach and a short drive to all St. Augustine has to offer.

Wonderful, quiet and roomy home with plenty of amenities for your stay. Super close to the beach and just a short drive to everything you'd like to see. The Host was wonderful to work with and is super professional and accommodating. Anastasia Island has quickly become one of our favorite places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2024
Thank you for this wonderful review. It was a pleasure having you and your family stay with us and I look forward to your returning. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Tranquil

Great location. Great neighbors. Absolutely beautiful beach just a short walk away. Relaxing to hear the ocean every evening while sitting out on the back patio. Be sure to visit the Black Molly for some of the best seafood you’ll ever eat.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your lovely review..glad you had a great week… happy holidays
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Barbra was a pleasure to deal she answered all questions quickly. Her lovely home was exactly as described my wife, dog, and I really enjoyed the location. It was assessable to some great restaurants and entertainment places we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2021
Thank you for your wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed St. Augustine and the accommodations :) Hope you will come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

St.Augustine

Very nice place,some lighting issues and some city power outages,but everything was nice. Great yard for the dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2023
Morgan - glad you and your dog enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mother Daughter summer vacation

My mother and I traveled to St Augustine to visit my grandmother who resides in a nursing home there. The weather was typical Florida weather, hot with afternoon showers. We traveled with our dogs, they loved the back yard. It was a large back yard with plenty of shade. The house was in a wonderful neighborhood, it was quiet with friendly neighbors. The vicinity of the beach was an added bonus. We awoke early one morning to view the sunrise, wish we had done it more times then that once.
Berlin
Our turtle friend who lives in the back yard.
Sunrise at Butler Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
So glad it was the perfect spot for you and your family.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Beach Getaway

This was a great house and location. The house is clean, roomy and well equipped. We had everything we needed to relax and enjoy ourselves. And we were so glad we could bring our dog, Sammy, with us. The owner was available and easy to communicate with. We will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
So glad you enjoyed the house! We love our town and love to show off our wide white sand beaches, restaurants and many historical attractions. We look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean and Convenient

We have stayed with Barbara at this location before. A repeat performance was due to the cleanliness and convenient location. It did not disappoint. The house is well taken care of and maintained. Highly recommend. Barbara is always a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you Kathleen for this lovely review. We try to anticipate our guests needs and so glad we did not disappoint. I look forward to your staying with us again. Have a good Winter!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Beautiful walk to the beach and also nice overlook of the intercoastal a few blocks from the house. Absolutely everything you need for your stay. Well stocked kitchen. Excellent fenced in back yard for dogs, very private. Host was exceptional as always. Great proximity to downtown, piers, beaches, parks etc. Mayday ice cream in St Augustine was the bomb. House was spotless and it's a great neighborhood. Did not want to leave.....
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2022
Thank you for this amazing review. It's always a pleasure to have you and your family stay with us. Have a wonderful summer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet/ Peaceful/ Clean

We had the opportunity to stay the first week in May. The house was very nice with all the creature comforts of home. We brought our 5 year old Brittany Spaniel and the fenced yard was very convenient. The neighborhood is also very quiet. The beach was walk-able, and helped us get our daily exercise in. We had no idea St. Augustine was so pet friendly, it was nice. We took the dog for a swim in the ocean every morning. Last year we stayed in New Smyrna Beach and their beaches are NOT pet friendly. Did I mention Barbara, she was a pure delight to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review and for leaving the house so clean. We love that so many more restaurants are providing areas for well behaved dogs and that the house was accommodating for your entire family! Hope you'll join us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We absolutely loved our month at this rental. It was perfect in every way - the bed was super comfortable, the ac worked well, the kitchen was well equipped, the sun room was relaxing and Barbara the host was the best. She was communicative, very helpful and thoughtful. I especially love that she thinks of things other hosts often do not. For example, the window coverings in the bedroom actually room darken! Thank you!!!! The house is lovely in a great neighborhood close to the beach with a flashing crosswalk which makes a huge difference crossing A1A. It was such a wonderful month! We didn’t want to go home!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2023
Thank you for this wonderful review. I was a hotelier for many years and I think about what I want when I travel away from home. Sooo glad you had a great month and the house was a perfect fit for you. I look forward to having you return and a HUGE hank you for leaving the house in fantastic shape. Enjoy the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing amazing amazing

Super clean! Excellent fenced in yard for our dogs. Beautiful walk to the beach with a crosswalk right at the end of the neighborhood. Cannot say enough good things about the location. Parks and beaches all around the house. Rented a boat from Georgia boys for practically nothing and cruised a nearby lake all day. Great fishing all around the house. Little over an hour to several natural springs. Host was super nice. We cannot wait to return and stay longer than a week. I could go on forever about how perfect this house, host, location, and neighborhood is. Easy drive to literally everything in the St Augustine area. Flagler beach to the south had an unbelievably productive fishing pier. House has everything you need for cooking extremely well stocked kitchen and beach supplies. All the beds are super firm so we bought a three inch foam topper and solved that issue but we did bring it back with us. Wasn't a big enough issue to bother the host with. Unbelievable value for a dog friendly house that close to literally everything. We didn't want to lleave🥺.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2021
Thank you for your wonderful review! I look forward to your return visit.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice home but uncomfortable beds and construction across the street

This is a terrific home that is located on a very quiet side street just a few blocks from the beach. It is a clean home equipped with just about everything you might need for a great stay. We stayed for our honeymoon and vacation getaway with our 2-year-old Westie Sammy. So we needed a quiet space for our escape because currently we live in a construction zone and like most people, we work a lot of hours and we’re sleep deprived! So peace and quiet and comfortable beds were the key to us having a perfect vacation. After we read all the amazing reviews about this property we decided to rent Barbara's house. The main two reasons were a quiet neighborhood and the fenced backyard. Both didn’t disappoint. Unfortunately, in life, they say timing is everything! We woke up on Monday morning with the loud noise of earth moving equipment across the street. The lot was being cleared out to make way for a new home being constructed. Over the next two days, this didn’t cease for more than a few minutes. The house shook for two days! In addition, we didn't sleep all week due to the mattresses. For us, they were too firm and the worst was the master bedroom (mind you this was our honeymoon!) We also both have to live with chronic back pain so this really affected our stay. I had to sleep on a living room couch and my wife had to use a smaller bed in the spare bedroom. She used an extra comforter as a mattress topper. What made it worse was when we mentioned this to the owner we were told that everyone is different and no one ever complained before. This I find very hard to believe! The correct response would have been one of understanding rather than being defensive. She wasn't sensitive to our needs at all and it was a big turn off. I would have stayed here again on another vacation but the sleeping arrangements would have to be different. Overall, we had a great time. The house is neat and we had everything that we needed. The best feature was the shady backyard! Our dog really enjoyed it. Barbara was easy to communicate with prior to reserving the house and was very attentive as well. Steve
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Steve...I truly wish you had communicated these items early on in your stay. I have another house VRBO 1309377 just 2 blocks away and it happened to be free for the majority of your stay and I would have gladly moved you over there. I was in regular communication with your wife prior to your stay for she had lots of questions and requests but unfortunately mattresses were not discussed. She wanted your stay to be perfect as I did. I work very hard for guests to have a 5* experience and in your case I waived the pet fee as a wedding present and accommodated a 4 hour earlier check-in. I had no idea about the construction for I am not in town during the summer and although I would like it to be different - that is something I have no control over. I wish you both all the best in your new life together and hope you can find fond memories of your time in Saint Augustine.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location, perfect vacation!

We really enjoyed our 6 week stay on Third Street. Easy commute to the beach by bike or walk. The house is very clean, spacious, and was perfect for our Labrador retriever. The fenced in yard also makes for a perfect stay with a dog. Barbara was a wonderful, attentive host. We will definitely stay here again when returning to St. Augustine! Don’t hesitate booking here, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 41 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to Beach in a Quiet Neighborhood

Loved staying in this home and cannot wait to come back. House was very clean with a nice fenced in backyard for the dogs to run around. Close to the beach in a quiet neighborhood with a small park close by for morning walks with the pets. Next door neighbor was very friendly and helped me with my flat tire the day I checked out. Would highly recommend staying in this beautiful home.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2022
Thank you David for your kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So comfy!

We were so pleased with how well appointed the house was…especially the kitchen! We had everything we needed to enjoy our week! We especially loved the back yard! And we all felt so safe in this very quiet, family neighborhood! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure having you stay with us and hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a vacation house should be!

We stayed for a week and really couldn't ask for anything more. The property was nice and everything was convenient as far as location and all the little extras included with it. Our two dogs were comfortable there, too. The neighborhood is quiet. Nights of lights in St. Augustine was beautiful! The property owner is very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2021
Thank you for taking such excellent care of the house! Looking forward to your return visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best house ever,

This was our 3rd visit to this house and we still love it, Sunrise a few blocks one way, sunset a few blocks the other way. Barb communicates perfectly. So much to do in the area and this property makes you feel like you are coming home. Excited for our next stay,
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2021
Thank you Mary! Always a pleasure to have you stay with us. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

Perfect for small families and close to the beach. The owners were very responsive. Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2021
Thank you! We look forward to having you stay with us again. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and spacious house!

We had a great time staying at this beach house. It was very big with two large living rooms to relax. Comfortable beds and backyard great for pets. Communication with Barbara was so easy and friendly. We would definitely stay there again in future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2021
Thank you for your terrific review. I’ve done my best to have it welcoming and comfortable for humans and pups. You are welcome back anytime and thank you for leaving the house in such good shape.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This house is perfect for a stay on the island!

This house was perfect! It’s a few blocks from the waterway and a short walk to the beach. We cooked so many meals and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. The Fenced in backyard was great for the dogs. Plenty of blankets, pillows, even books on the shelf that I read. Homeowners were fantastic. We look to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure having you and look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More than I Expected

Great house and great location. The house is very clean and nicely decorated. Very spacious. Fenced back yard which my little dog loved. The WiFi is awesome and left me jealous. Was surprised to have Netflix access. Everything you need so you don’t miss home! Short walk to beach or beach access to drive on beach. Short drive to grocery, restaurants and shopping. Loved my week here August 10-17.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review. This is music to my ears and I hope you will return!

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Klein

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My husband and I moved from our busy careers in Washington DC to settle in the State of his birth. We have adopted St. Augustine as our home and happily welcome friends and family to visit us here. My professional life was in hospitality with international hotels so I think carefully about the house and what guests would like on their vacation.

Why they chose this property

This property was bought as an investment and was particularly attractive because of its location. We enjoy being close enough to the main tourist attractions yet a little removed for the quiet and real life feel of the neighborhood. It's been a fun property to decorate and get ready for visitors.

What makes this property unique

The fenced in backyard and shade trees provide a perfect place to enjoy the outdoors while at home. We love being close to both the beach and the estuary where you can watch the beautiful sunsets and within a couple of blocks is a children's playground.

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