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Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool!

Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Pool and Patio
Living Room 1
Living Room 2
Kitchen
Master Bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Anastasia State Park
  • Place, St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
  • Place, St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - king bed

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - king bed

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Twin over full bunk + another twin

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 - king bed

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Futons

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool!

Welcome to the Sail Away Beach Retreat! We have a heated private pool at the property! Free access to Anastasia State Park via neighborhood beach gate!

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Newly furnished, spotlessly clean, nautical themed- 4 bedroom, spacious ranch in the heart of Anastasia Island.

On a cul de sac, we are only 3 miles from St. Augustine city! We are also 0.7 miles (less than a 15 minute walk) from the St. Augustine Amphitheatre! King beds in three bedrooms and a bunk with an additional twin bed in kids room. There are also 2 single sized futons in the Florida Room. Everything you need from a fully appointed kitchen, dining room, free WIFI, huge 86” Smart TV, atrium play room for kids! There’s even a lemon and fig tree you are welcome to when they ripen! Wonderful sites, such as the Alligator Farm, Lighthouse, Farmer’s Market weekly at St. John’s pier, all will add to your vacation.

The history of St. Augustine is incomparable with almost any other on our coast. Founded in 1565 it is chock full of amazing places to visit, from the oldest house to the first schoolroom, to the impenetrable fort built by the Spanish. Lincolnville, just south of downtown St. Augustine takes you on a walking tour of the history of the civil rights movement noting where Martin Luther King stayed on numerous occasions. Needless to say, there’s also so many unique shops, and the restaurants are so varied and truly have an international flavor! There are things to do no matter the weather! You can take a free boat ride to Fort Matanzas and learn the history about the battles fought. Further south is Marineland where you can swim with dolphins!

The St. Augustine and St Johns County area have a great variety of golf courses for players of every level and skill. There are always concerts at St. Augustine Amphitheatre and events at Francis Field as well. You will never run out of things to do here in St. Augustine. It is probably one of the most beautiful places in all of Florida, and for sure one of the most photographed! Come and see for yourself!

We provide a neighborhood beach gate code. You can walk to that access, you may not leave a car there. Free beach access included with rental does NOT include driving access to Anastasia State Park.

The cleaning company provides a limited amount of basic necessities (toilet paper, trash bags, dishwasher/laundry soap, etc.) to get you started, you will want to bring some with you. Garbage and recycling must be taken out to the street Sunday night for Monday morning pickup.

Pets and Service Animals: You must let us know if you are bringing an animal to the home, even if it is a service animal! It's important to let the cleaners know. Up to 2 dogs are allowed with a nonrefundable pet fee. They must be less than 50lbs each and no aggressive breeds. NO CATS! Please do not allow your dogs to jump up onto the beds or couches. If the dogs are accustomed to being allowed on the furniture at home, please bring blankets to protect the surfaces. If you forget to bring blankets, let us know and we will provide you with some. If you bring a pet and do not tell us or pay the fee, we will charge your damage deposit for the pet fee plus $100 for the unexpected extra services required to clean the house.

The pool heater thermostat is set to a temperature between 78 and 85 degrees F, depending on the time of the year. If the daytime air temp doesn't get above 60 degrees the pool will have a difficult time staying heated.

Per St Johns County regulations, only ten people are allowed per rental, not counting children 12-years-old or younger. That means this property is allowed up to 10 adults and the rest of the guests must be 12 and under.

We don't offer refunds or reschedule stays during hurricane season, even if there is an evacuation order. Please purchase trip insurance for your stay if this is a concern.

The home's owner is a handyman and he might stop by if he needs tools or other items from the garage without notice. He will not access the house though at any time without prior permission from guests.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
With pet fee. No aggressive breeds and no cats!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check out is 10am. If you stay past 11am you will be charged standard daily rate. Items left after check out can be shipped for $20 + cost of shipping
No smoking/marijuana/vaping! Any evidence of smoking in/around the unit (odor or butts) will result in an additional $200 additional cleaning charge
Max of 4 cars. 10pm noise ordinance is strictly enforced. Lawn services can occur any day of the week. No refund for internet issues.

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
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

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in St. Augustine, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Vilano Beach. St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park and St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Anastasia State Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Flagler College - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • St. George Street - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Crabby's Beachside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Black Molly Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anastasia Diner - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sail Away - Relaxing, Pet Friendly Beach Retreat with Heated Pool! located?

Located in the heart of St. Augustine, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Matanzas River and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from St. Augustine Beach. Saint Augustine Amphitheatre and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the house! The location was perfect. The kids loved the seperate bedrooms. And they especially loved the game room in the back. Everyone loved the heated pool. It came in clutch after the rain cooled the water a bit. We will definitely be back next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby N.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay here! It was a perfect location for us and a very big space that accommodated 4 adults wonderfully.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

spring break

We had a wonderful week at "Sail Away!" We wanted to stay forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howie M.

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

Railway vacation

Very nice location close to beach. Furniture and bed were comfortable. We stayed 6 weeks and felt like home. Owner was very nice and was very responsive to our requests. The only negative is the A1A traffic next to the house.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy K.

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

Great location for a perfect trip

We love the proximity to the beach and historic downtown. It’s also close to grocery stores and restaurants. The pool provided a relaxing place to spend time after a morning at the beach or even a day recovering from a fun filled day before. We would absolutely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Great place

The house was in a great location, close to everything we wanted to do. It was clean and spacious. The grand kids loved the pool. We would not hesitate to rent the property again or refer others to it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

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

Beautiful Home

Plenty of room to sleep 10-12 people. The place was well equipped in the kitchen, too. We loved the temperature controlled pool, too. We will be returning to this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

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

Weekend with friends

The pool and backyard were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gino A.

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

MercyMe weekend getaway

I reserved this location for its walking distance to the Amp, its amenities, beautiful furnishings, and a short drive to all St Aug has to offer. Weather was perfect as was the home and our host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle R.

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

Relaxing trip

Everything was just as described. The pool and house were very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

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

Thanksgiving

This is a great place. Location is great. Property description is spot on and the backyard area was perfect to relax after a long day hitting the town. Property owners were very responsive to any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip N.

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

Very nice and clean home.

Very nice and clean home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teisha S.

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

Great Place to Stay

We had a lovely time staying in this spacious, comfortable home. The split floor plan allows privacy. The massive tv in the family space brings the family together, as does the wonderful pool! The location is excellent. The property managers and/or owners provide excellent communication. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne C.

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

Wonderful Location

Sail Away was just as described. The backyard pool was beautiful and private. We enjoyed our morning coffee, sunbathing, and our evening glass of wine on the pool deck. Property is a short drive to the downtown area, and Alligator Farm. Walking distance to the amphitheater, a food truck park and the beach! 10/10 would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Amazing Property

This a fabulous property with everything you need . Very spacious layout with plenty of room for family members to spread out. Very clean and a quiet neighborhood. Private Beach access through the neighborhood a giant plus Pool is fabulous and above average for amenities of this kind. Very close to all attractions yet away from crowds and traffic. I highly reccomend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Mother's Day/ Birthday long weekend

Wonderful house. Clean and well equiped. The location was great. Loved walking the neighboorhood on our way to the beach access gate. We had plans to do a lot of things in St Augustine but we so enjoyed the pool and beach that we practicallly stayed in our bathing suits the entire trip. There is a food turck park within a 10 minute walk and it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roseann K.

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

Gorgeous home

We LOVED everything about this house! The communication between homeowner and person looking to rent the house was great! The pool is AMAZING!!! The location of the home is very centralized! Not a far/long ride for anything! Some nice restaurants in the area as well!! The only thing I regret is not being able to stay longer!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Wonderful Vacation

We LOVED our stay at Sail Away. The host was great with communication. The house was clean and spacious. Our kids loved having a pool and spent a lot of time playing in it. The house is in a quiet neighborhood and close to everything. We could walk one mile to the beach. St. Augustine was a short drive and we loved exploring downtown. We also enjoyed St. Augustine Beach and the yummy restaurants that were close by as well. I would highly recommend Sail Away and if you haven't visited St. Augustine it is a must. It's a beautiful city with lots of cool history.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

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

Three-day getaway

Great location for everything. Convenient to shopping, Historic area of St. Augustine, Pier Park, Anastasia State Park. The private pool with its landscaping and ample furniture was amazing. We had to pry my grandson out of it to go anywhere else. Three bedrooms gave us ample room to spread out. The huge TV in the living area was nice for unwinding in the evening, as was the adjacent Florida room with its TV and Foosball table. We didn't utilize the kitchen much, but it is amply stocked for an extended stay. Dave is, as all the reviews say, very responsive. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Read listing carefully

The house was nice but it is listed as a four bedroom. I wasn’t aware that a Florida bedroom is a screened in porch with a pull out sofa bed. I wouldn’t say this was an actual four bedroom, where I come from a bedroom is an actual bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Exceeded Expectations!

Booking anything online is taking a 50/50 chance on it being great or completely awful. I must admit, this house exceeded our expectations when we walked in. I can’t comment enough on how clean it was! Beautiful house and nicely decorated to make you feel at home. The pool area is very spacious with patio furniture and the led lights around it are the perfect touch for evenings outside. The location is in one of the best spots as it’s close to everything! Communication was prompt and very friendly when I had questions. And a huge plus is that they allow small dogs so we were able to bring our baby with us. This house will definitely be our go to house when we stay in St. Augustine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Definitely going BACK!

This house was very cleaned. From the beginning to end the experience was pleasant! The communication, the instructions, the location was great! The only thing I wished it was mentioned is that the garage was not available, it was locked. And I wished it was mentioned that the 4th room was a game room, didn't have any beds or a cough that turned into a bed. The pool heater should be able to go above 84 degrees. Those were the only things we weren't told or we didn't expected to find out at the property. Everything else great! I would definitely go back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary G.

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

St. Augustine Vacay

We had a fabulous time in St. Augustine! The house was beautiful inside and the pool was great! I was pretty disappointed with SR A1A on the other side of the backyard fence so it was pretty noisy mostly all the time. Lots of traffic noise along with sirens and what not. In August it wasn’t real convenient to walk 1/2 mile to the beach gate with all our gear. So we drove down the road to check it out when we got yelled at by a mean Florida lady, so that was neat! When we drove to the entrance of the state park to go the the beach the code we were given did not work and when I inquired about it I was resent the map to walk to the back gate. So that wasn’t helpful at all and a little frustrating. Other than a couple hiccups, the house was beautiful and the beach was even better! Thank you for our vacay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful. We went to go to the beach and never made it. We just used the pool. It was clean and amazing. The house was clean and just perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

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