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Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly

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Sunrise from the private walk to the beach.
Exterior
Up the stairs to the front door.
House Entrance
View entering the house.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8209.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St Augustine, FL
  • Place, Butler Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Beach State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

East Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Great Room

1 Double Futon

Master suite

1 King Bed

West Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly

Experience the most beautiful “Ocean Sunrises” anywhere in Florida. This amazing 3 bedroom, 3 bath ocean front home becomes your very own beach retreat. Take a stroll along one of the best beaches on the East Coast, enjoy spectacular views while dining or just relaxing and listening to the ocean from the many spacious decks within the property.

The open Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen floor plan with high ceilings allows this ocean retreat to live big. All bedrooms have extremely comfortable beds. The luxurious Master Bedroom suite is located upstairs and has a king size bed, sofa and a 45" TV. The on-suite has a spa tub and steam shower and amazing ocean views with its own private deck. The second bedroom has two twin beds with a kit to easily convert them to a king size bed, and the third bedroom has a queen bed. The second and third bathroom are located downstairs easily accessible from the bedrooms and primary living spaces. One of the two sofas in the living room is a very comfortable queen sofa bed. You can easily sleep up to 8 people. This well maintained home is fully equipped, very comfortable and very well decorated. You will love viewing all the unique artifacts collected from all over the world by this maritime owner. A large, fully equipped kitchen allows you to easily prepare meals at home when you choose. Enjoy the 60“ flat screen HD satellite TV, DVD Player and free wi-fi. We’ve provided lots of little extras to make your vacation memorable and the most fun and we are pet friendly so your best friend can join you on vacation. There are boogie boards, beach chairs available for your enjoyment. You are only 10 miles from Marineland and 12 minutes from historic downtown St. Augustine.

This will be your best vacation ever!



I am very hands-on owner. Owner and his dog Bindi live on the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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)
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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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please start a load of laundry especially towels.
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
This property uses solar energy
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$962, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Retreat Beach Front Home--Great Beach-Dog Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Butler Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Matanzas River and Butler Beach. Crescent Beach and Butler Beach State Park 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. 45 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, unique beautiful home
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terry w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great views, all that visited were comfortable and happy.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindi S.

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

Beautiful beach

We enjoyed our stay with beautiful view and easy access to the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Great time with family!

Very spacious and unique. Everything was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Beach Trip 2025

Beautiful property. Good Location. Direct beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Perfect and interesting beach house

Beautiful home with unbelievable views of the beach. Short walk down the walkway to a wonderful beach. Gary the owner was very responsive and so easy to work with from the time we booked the house until we left. We will be back.
Sunrise from the walkway to the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

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

Awesome Vacation

Everything about the trip was perfect. Then I had the pleasure of accidentally meeting Gary the owner. The trip only got better meeting such a nice, interesting and good hearted person. 5 STARS ALL THE WAY !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Family Retreat!!!

We enjoyed our yearly family vacation at this amazing beachfront home!!! The host takes excellent care of his property! He has thought of everything and keeps all the comforts of home readily available to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We will definitely rent from him again and extend our stay the next time around:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Perfect…

Great location off the main drag… well done house… direct private beach access… great owner… will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Beach Vacation

We enjoyed a beautiful beach front home that was well-maintained & run by friendly & helpful staff. We had a great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2020
Thanks and glad you enjoyed your week. Please come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Very nice week!

Enjoyed our stay. The views are amazing, and the home is well maintained. Home is very nicely decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl h.

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

Great family vacation

5 adults, 2 dogs and a 16 month old baby-everyone had a great time! Really cool ice cubes made by the refrigerator and my grandson loved the hanging gong. The beach was less busy than closer to St Augustine so that made it so much easier with the dogs. The outsides hoses were also very helpful. Great family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Dog & human friendly

Fascinating museum like home, with gorgeous views and on a sandy beach with water perfect for swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, or even SUPing. Multiple gate enclosures to keep dogs safe & humans relaxing. We treasured our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei S.

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

Beach stay

The appeal for the property is the location on the beach, easy beach access, large useable deck, well equipped kitchen, barbecue for cooking in. House is spacious and pet friendly. Appreciated earlier check in, attention to detail in the house and great communication with the owner. Thank you, Gary!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Paradise Found...

We couldn't have asked for a more mystical, fantastic, slice of paradise...breathtaking views and a truly unique and fascinating home...we will be back...
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Oceanfront Property

The house was right on the beach. It was great to hear the ocean waves hitting the beach and the view was spectacular.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L.

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

Didn’t Want to Leave!

This home is nice and spacious, and is situated in an area where the beachfront is pretty much your own! Our family loved staying here as it has everything you need for the perfect family vacation and is a short drive away from downtown St Augustine and area attractions. Gary was a very responsive host and our stay here couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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

A beautiful beach house

We had a wonderful vacation at Ocean Retreat House. It was everything we hoped for. Beautiful, comfortable house, excellent beach access, beautiful beach. The back deck is spectacular. We did not spend much time in St Augustine because we were enjoying the house and beach so much. It is a very dog friendly house and beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Sunrise Heaven

Starting the day with immediate access to the sunrise and beach, made our stay most enjoyable. The home was warmly furnished, comfortable, and in a great location. Check in and check out was a breeze. We will definitely return. Thank you Gary and Vanessa.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Reunion at Ocean Retreat

My family and I really enjoyed this property. Right on the beach and a beautiful house to stay in. Gary was very easy to deal with and made sure everything was working properly. We would consider staying again. Thanks Gary
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis W.

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

Great place right on the beach

This property is a fantastic location. You can walk down the boardwalk right to the beach. The master suite has views from the bathrooms of sunset, and views from the bed of sunrise. Well equipped and spacious. There is one bedroom (master suite) on the top floor, and two bedrooms on the main floor. A quick drive into downtown and convenient for the sites.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

The week of R & R flew by ...

This is a picturesque hide-away with amazing views of the ocean and the sunrises are inspirational. Gary is truly a 'superior host' who is available and responsive! I wish the week didn't go so fast! I would highly recommend without reservation to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Best Ever

My family loved this home and we are eager to return. It was so comfortable and ocean views from the living, dining and two bedrooms. It is obvious that the owner puts a lot of love and care into this home. You literally step out the door onto the private boardwalk onto the beach. The beach is huge. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking meals in. It is actually better equipped than my kitchen at home. The owner was easy to work with. We look forward to our next trip.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Deborah, Glad you enjoyed it. Gary
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Beautiful property!

What a great place to stay! House was beautifully decorated and loaded with everything needed to make you feel like you’re at home. Location was perfect! Close enough to restaurants and shopping to make it easy to go out, but separated from the multi-unit properties making it feel like we had our own private beach. Gary was great to work with, easy to communicate with, and very accommodating. My wife and I stayed with our two adult sons and one of their wives, and we all had our own private space, but there was more than enough common space for us to visit and eat together. We will definitely be back! Thanks for everything Gary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2021
It was a pleasure having your family stay at the house. You are welcome back anytime. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krutika S.

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

Gem on Crescent Beach!!!

Wow! There are not enough great things to say about this property. We traveled as a family with our beloved pup. The house is like a museum, look in every corner, on every wall and there’s a new artifact, painting, or beautiful object. This property is steps from the beach and there are two decks (one off master bedroom and the main deck) that you can enjoy. You don’t have to bring a thing - the entire house is fully furnished and the kitchen stocked with all the things you may need! The beach was splendid!! We can’t wait to come again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gary Moore

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I am a Marine Engineer in the Merchant Marines. (I work on ships).
My job has given me the opportunity to travel throughout the world as you will see from the art and furnishings in the house.

Why they chose this property

This area of Crescent Beach is nice and less crowds.
This was a little 1000 sq ft ,2 bedroom 1 bath beach house with no A/C. In 1991-2 I remodeled and expanded the house to what it is today. Over the years additional improvements have been done.

What makes this property unique

Less traffic and not as crowded in this section of the beach.
Sea turtles have had nests in front of the house or near each year.

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English

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