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Quiet Bayfront Community on the Island-Close to Downtown City Center
Holiday home with kitchen, near Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6132.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St Augustine, FL
- Place, Bridge of Lions12 min walk
- Place, St. George Street19 min walk
- Place, Flagler College2 min drive
- Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quiet Bayfront Community on the Island-Close to Downtown City Center
Come stay in one of Davis Shores’ original ranch style homes that is close to everything! Built in 1952, Cottage Avista has many of the original charms of yesterday still intact and is located on the only circle in North Davis Shores. A very small community with minimal traffic and extra privacy! You will enjoy the sights, sounds, and island breezes as you are so close to the bayfront and downtown!
This is the perfect sized home for a family vacation with a large remodeled, well appointed kitchen and two bedrooms (the master with a comfy king size bed and the second bedroom is queen sized). There is also a queen size sleeper sofa in the den.
Walk or bike over the bridge of Lions to explore the town. We have several bikes for our guests, however if staying in, enjoy a setting sun on the wrap around front porch. For home entertainment there is a 55” HD TV and strong Wi-Fi throughout the property. Kids can utilize the den, shut the pocket doors and enjoy their own HD TV as well. We allow our guests to use the new washer and dryer located inside the detached garage.
Whether going for walks downtown, planning a day at the beach, or just relaxing in St. Augustine the traditional way, Cottage Avista will have something for you! We look forward to hosting your stay.!
This is the perfect sized home for a family vacation with a large remodeled, well appointed kitchen and two bedrooms (the master with a comfy king size bed and the second bedroom is queen sized). There is also a queen size sleeper sofa in the den.
Walk or bike over the bridge of Lions to explore the town. We have several bikes for our guests, however if staying in, enjoy a setting sun on the wrap around front porch. For home entertainment there is a 55” HD TV and strong Wi-Fi throughout the property. Kids can utilize the den, shut the pocket doors and enjoy their own HD TV as well. We allow our guests to use the new washer and dryer located inside the detached garage.
Whether going for walks downtown, planning a day at the beach, or just relaxing in St. Augustine the traditional way, Cottage Avista will have something for you! We look forward to hosting your stay.!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Quiet time is 9:30p please.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to two dogs. Must be under 35 lbs. No exception
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Note from host: Quiet time is 9:30p please.
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 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
About the area
St. Augustine
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Davis Shores, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. While the natural beauty of Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore World Golf Village.
Walker Charters and Bayfront Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St Augustine, FL
What's nearby
- Bridge of Lions - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- St. George Street - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Flagler College - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
- Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- River & Fort - 3 min drive
- Harry's Seafood Bar Grille - 19 min walk
- No Name Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
- Saint - 20 min walk
- The Tini Martini Bar - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Stephen Kelly
We visit St. Augustine often and live approximately 30 minutes north in Jacksonville. We have both lived in Florida for a number of years, although Steve is originally from New Haven Connecticut and Sherre is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio.
Why they chose this property
My wife and I met while working at the Conch House Marina Resort in 1989-1991, still one of our local favorite spots for dining. We have 2 grown children. We know the area well and have decided to retire one day at Avista. We have another VRBO property at Bryn Mawr Ocean Resort in St. Augustine Beach ID#221986. We have been blessed and so fortunate to have had many great guests over the past ten years! We look forward to continuing this relationship with them and our our future guests.
St. Augustine is a wonderful place! The beach, history and a small town feel. Plenty of great dining options and shopping too!
St. Augustine is a wonderful place! The beach, history and a small town feel. Plenty of great dining options and shopping too!
What makes this property unique
Semi-private community, one way in and out. Nice bike rides and doggie walks! Very close to downtown. You can hear faint sounds while sitting on the front porch from those enjoying downtown just on the other side of the bayfront. Birds, breezes and friendly neighbors in this peaceful community.
Languages:
English
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