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Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House

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A cozy interior with a green wall, wooden furniture, and a table with fruit.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a stove, and a checkered floor.
A cozy interior with a dining area, a cushioned seating area, and a small table with a lamp.
A bedroom with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a dresser.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to St. Johns County Ocean Pier
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Place, St. Augustine Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns County Ocean Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Downstairs Guest Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Downstairs Guest Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Downstairs Kids Bedroom #3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Guest room

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master bedroom bathroom

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

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House

Historic Shrimper’s Beach House • Steps from the Ocean • Sleeps 11

Welcome to Shrimper’s Beach House, a spacious, one-of-a-kind family beach home just one house back from the oceanfront in the heart of St. Augustine Beach.

With approximately 4,000 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and space for up to 11 guests, the home offers plenty of room to relax and reconnect. The beach is only steps away, with no streets to cross. 🌊

This peaceful stretch of beach has no cars driving on the sand from here north toward Anastasia State Park. Enjoy wide-open shoreline, natural dunes, ocean breezes, and room to walk, swim, surf, and unwind.

A Beach House with History and Character

Originally built in the 1940s and expanded in the late 1960s, Shrimper’s retains its original old-Florida beach-house character while offering modern comforts. It’s a relaxed, distinctive home with plenty of personality and space for making lasting memories.

Comfortable Spaces for Everyone

5 Bedrooms • 3 Full Bathrooms • Sleeps 11

Sleeping arrangements include:

• 3 king beds
• 1 queen bed
• 1 bunk bed
• 1 twin bed

Amenities include a large kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, a cheerful sunroom, a kids’ room, a deck with ocean views, and a large front lawn for games and family time. The laundry room also includes a small office/workspace for added convenience.

Explore St. Augustine Beach

Restaurants, cafés, the St. Augustine Pier, and Anastasia State Park are all within an easy walk, bike ride, or short drive. After a day of exploring or relaxing by the water, return to Shrimper’s to enjoy the ocean breeze, unwind, and take in the stars.

We hope you can join us. 🌊❤️

Oceans of thanks,
Aloe & Renee
Happy Hopper Vacation
St. Augustine Beach, Florida

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please ask before having a gathering.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Please ask before bring a pet... pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Return the keys
We kindly ask guests to leave home as clean & tidy as possible. Your cleanliness helps us focus on deep cleaning between guests. Please, Keep up with towels and dishes during your visit.
Please maintain clean dishes during your visit. Avoid leaving a pile of dishes in the sink. Please only do smaller loads of laundry so to not offset the washer. Make sure to keep up with towels daily
Upon departure, return keys to the kitchen cabinet hook and leave doors unlocked. Cleaning crew arrives at 11 AM on checkout day.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 857170vb
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
Note from host: Please ask before having a gathering.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 in St. Augustine, this holiday home is on the beach. St. George Street and St. Augustine Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Flagler College Tennis Center or Francis Field. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Saint Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cafe Eleven Restaurant & Catering - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. George Street - 12 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crabby's Beachside - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanside • Historical Shrimper's Family Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Augustine holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cafe Eleven Restaurant & Catering and St. Augustine Beach. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and St. Johns County Ocean Pier are also within 15 minutes.

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. 63 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

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

Wonderful Spring Break trip

Great location, cool house, fantastic hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aloe and Renee were the best hosts. So easy to communicate with and so accommodating. The house was clean and super fun to stay in. There was so many fun things to look at in this house that we felt like it told a story. We loved that we could walk to the beach during the day and then down the street for dinner. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing location! And the hosts are so incredibly nice! They were great to communicate with and provided great hospitality. The house is in a perfect location, just a few steps from the beach and a few steps from restaurants. Very dog friendly area and house. We had six adults and two dogs and there was plenty of room for everyone! The communal areas are great for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is so charming. It has character and eclectic style without feeling kitschy. And great location. I will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy family home with a classic vintage feel. Very clean and the owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Thank you for being amazing lovely guests. We hope to see you back … soon 🥰☀️🌊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good times!

Cool, unique, home located close to everything we love! Great vacation spot, lots of memories were made! Thank you Aloe and Renée!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family home!

Great host! The house was clean and very family oriented. Had games and kids toys. Loved the historical aspect of it. Felt very homey!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Escape to the beach

We had to escape Hurricane Helene damage and the host was extremely flexible and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Such a special place!

What an honor to stay in this family house full of nostalgic family treasures and style. We loved that we could so easily wander to the beach. We enjoyed even the rainy days in the sunroom. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Shrimpe’rs House

Just as advertised, even better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
Thanks for being magical guests Scott! We anticipate hosting your family again Oceans of praises Aloe & Renee TheHappyHopper.com
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient Family Reunion Spot

Quiet neighborhood, just one house away from beach and 1/2 block from ice cream store. Quirky decor.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family and Friends Beach House

Great eclectic historic beach house. We have an annual family and friends beach week and we have been to this VRBO multiple times because it is great. It is a large house with lots of character. The owners are super nice and the house comes stocked with everything you need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun beach weekend

Great visit to “grandma’s beach house.” The house itself is spacious enough for multiple families and has a perfect vintage beach aesthetic and nostalgic feel. The location was excellent- literally steps to get to the beach access. Beach was not busy and felt like our own private beach at times. Hoping to book this retro beach house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

The house was absolutely amazing! Steps from the beach. The beach was clean and not crowded. Our hosts were amazing! The house was very well stocked and even had beach toys. The house was full of toys, games, and puzzles. If we are ever in Florida again this will be the first place we check out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2024
Thanks for being the perfect guests and taking such great care of our beach house. Oceans of praises, Aloe & Renee @HappyHopperVacation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Accommodation for Families

With mere steps to the beach, this spacious house accommodated our family of ten perfectly. Much time was spent on the enclosed porch playing games, gathering for our meals, and hearing the waves of the ocean. We all wished our week there hadn’t gone so quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Getaway!

This was the perfect beach house for our group. We had multiple families staying with us. A house away from the beach, down a dead end road leading to the beach access ramp. The host were very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. We would highly recommend this house if you are looking for a fun beach vacation. Plenty of family things to do around the area within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your review, Zach! We’re glad our beach house was perfect for your group. We appreciate your kind words & recommending our home to others. Thank you for being such wonderful guests. Hope to have you back soon! Best regards, Aloe & Renee @HappyHopperVacation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful St. Augustine Beach Home for Large Families

Perfect home for our family gathering including our fur family members.Sunroom and 2 floor living gave us just the right combination of togetherness and separation. Great location - quiet area of beach, pet friendly and easy access. Our host went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and was very responsive... the history of this family home was a bonus.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2023
Thank you Pat! We enjoyed hosting your lovely family. Oceans of praises Aloe & Renee @happyhoppervacation
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Accommodating

Comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family beach vacation

We had a wonderful family time. Aloe and Renee were really nice, helpful, and very accommodating. Easy access to the beach was very nice. The extras were a plus. The beach cart was a lifesaver. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed playing croquet. The extra chairs were a blessing to the kids. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big house with history.

The decor is 70s which makes it feel a little out of date until you realize that is to make you wonder about the family who lived there in the 70s and had an influence over that area of Florida. Lots of rooms and everything you need and want is there. Best stocked kitchen I have seen in a while. We even found a garlic press.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent few days at the beachhouse.

The house is fantastic and has all the space and basic amenities you would want. There is a outdoor deck as well as an enclosed florida room type space upstairs. Close by many restaurants and shops/stores and about 15 mins from St. Augustine historical downtown. Ice cream place down the street as well. The hosts are very nice and very communicative. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

This was a great find! The house was so roomy and everyone felt at home! The neighborhood is perfect! Renee and Aloe were the perfect hosts. We were there the week of hurricane Dorian. They put out safety as a top priority. We have never witnessed such concern and care! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Retro peace in paradise

We had 12 days at this fun and unique property. Staying there is like immersing into a wonderful retro museum. The house and its contents are true to the 60’s-70s. The house is very well equipped in the kitchen. It has lots of room for privacy. The big porch facing the ocean is a great place to relax and listen to the ocean. The beach is right there - beautiful beach, clean, with no cars. We walked for 5 hours total in one direction. The host, Renee, was very attentive and checked in with us by text several times. She explained the history of the house - former owners were shrimping magnates in the area. We saw reference to them in several museums we visited. We truly enjoyed our stay. The house itself was a part of our vacation - it’s that unique. Others have mentioned - the ice cream store “Cone Heads” just 1/2 a block away from the house is fabulous! We actively compared other ice cream stores in Saint Augustine. Cone Heads really is the best. So nice to have it so close to the property. Lots of great restaurants within walking distance too. Beachcombers was our favorite. We hope to return some time in the future. Thanks for sharing this great property with the VRBO community.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOOOOVED this house!! It was absolutely perfect for our family and it was so much bigger than we even thought it would be. We were greeted immediately by the host and were made to feel right at home. It was perfect being just steps from the beach but also just 5 minutes from the grocery store. We loved having the ice cream parlor and diner just two houses down so that we could walk to them, and it was only a 15-minute drive to the Alligator Farm and a 20-minute drive to historic downtown. Everyone absolutely loved it and we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
What a great week! Loved having the beach so close. The house held our extended family with lots of bedrooms, living spaces and carport. Aloe and Renee kept us updated and answered questions very quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Renee W

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Born & raised in St Augustine! This is a family home we gather in to celebrate family ties and make memories together. Hope you enjoy and make memories as a family in our home too!

Why they chose this property

Beach, salty air, ocean breezes, lots of room for everyone to spread out and relax together.

What makes this property unique

Large beachside family home on a quiet residential street, steps away from beautiful pristine Ocean & Sands of St Augustine Beach.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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