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ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board

Holiday home in St. George Island with kitchen and patio

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Family Room
Family Room with 57in flat screen TV
Family Room Seating with View
View from deck
Deck view from Owner Suite

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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  • Place, St. George Island Beach
  • Place, St George Lighthouse
  • Place, St. George Lighthouse

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Ensuite Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board

FREE BEACH GEAR INCLUDING CHAIRS, UMBRELLA, PADDLE BOARD, KAYAK, BIKES, BEACH CART, TOWELS, TUBES AND TOYS! ALL YOU NEED IS YOUR SWIMSUIT AND SUNSCREEN....Want to get "Back to the Beach " the house is only 50 steps to the beach boardwalk, and you have a private tropical oasis with spectacular water views! Tucked behind lush tropical foliage. Located in a gated community. This home boasts an oversized living room with panoramic water views. The living room is large enough to enjoy playing games or watching movies on the 57in Flat screen TV with your family and friends. The beach is just down the sandy driveway, 50 steps to the boardwalk! This makes it very easy for families to travel back and forth to the beach with all the beach toys, chairs and umbrella and paddle Board that are included in this rental (you must supply your own helmets for bicycles and life preservers for paddle board use) The kitchen includes updated stainless appliances and an oversized sink to make cleaning up a breeze. There are two identical owner suites with new comfortable king beds, walk in closets and 42in flat screen TV's. The bunk room is equipped with two full size beds (Bunk Bed Style) and a 47in flat screen TV. All TV's have Netflix to watch your favorite movie. The home is stocked with games and puzzles to enjoy after a long day on the beach. We include a beach cart, beach towels, beach toys, bicycles (you must provide your own helmets), a paddle board (you must provide your own life preserver) The community offers great amenities which include a fitness center, pickle ball court, tennis courts, and 2 pools. These amenities are easily accessible with only a 2-block walk/bike ride or a 2-minute drive. The vegetation on this tropical 1-acre property makes this home a great place for bird watching! We would love to have you stay with us at Back to the beach! Enjoy your stay on the beautiful St. George Island. Please Contact me directly for special snowbird and monthly rates or if you have dogs that are larger or more than 2.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not put A/C below 68 A/C unite will freeze and breakdown! This repair will be at your cost. Do not leave doors/windows open with A/C on.
NO FIRES OR FIRE WORKS ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY OR IN THE PLANTATION! No cooking or Fires under house.
DO NOT PUT OIL /GREESE DOWN SINK USE THE BLACK GREASE CONTAINER PROVIDED ON COUNTER. ONLY TOILET PAPER IN THE TOILET! NO FEMININE PRODUCTS, OR WIPES

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. George Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Plantation, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Eastpoint, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sikes Cut - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 17 min drive - 10.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mike’s - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ONLY 50 steps to the beach! FREE Beach cart, Chairs,bikes,kayak,paddle board located?

Located in Plantation, this holiday home is steps from St. George Island Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Sikes Cut. St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! In plantation gated community. 2 min walk to the beach. Had excellent amenities, as well as the plantation club house. Kids loved the bikes to ride. Clean house with a beautiful view. Loved the surrounding foliage that gave some nice privacy as well. Definitely would come here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Back to the Beach

Back to the Beach is an excellent vacation home. The home is lovely inside and out. The home is nicely furnished with plenty of room for a large family. The space under the house is very nice also and a great place to hang out when tired of the sun. Wendy is an excellent host and so nice to provide beach chairs, umbrellas and a beach cart. I highly recommend this home and hope to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

william f.

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

Back to the beach

Great vacation. Convenient location to the beach and Wendy was helpful and quick response for any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

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

Piece of paradise

Wendy was absolutely wonderful to work with - very helpful from prior to booking through the last day of trip- very responsive and a caring host! ‘Back to the Beach’ provided a relaxing and fun environment to create a memorable vacation with our family! The home is beautiful, spacious and clean. Bikes, kayak, beach toys/chairs so helpful to have accessible! Fun activities within minutes of our front door from pickleball, corn hole to the pool and fitness center. Our trip to SGI and ‘Back to the Beach’ will remain a special memory close to our hearts!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Amazing vacation!

Great location! An individual house in quiet gated community. Long run/bike path to keep up with your exercise schedule. Easy and close access to the beach. All beach necessities provided which was an extremely nice amenity. Wendy was so helpful and wonderful to work with! We will absolutely be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shohrat M.

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

One of the best stays we had!

Wendy is sweetest and nicest host you can have. She was very helpful and understanding with everything. House is impeccable, and views from it are stunning. Beach was nice and clean. The grain of sand is super fine, and water was warm and turquoise.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Excellent In Every Respect

Our experience renting Back To The Beach was excellent in every respect. Wendy, the owner, was great to work with. Communication was very proactive and detailed both in advance of and during our stay. We had 4 adults and 2 young children and the layout of the house was perfect for us. The house is located on a quite nice large shaded lot across the street from the beach, with very good views and easy short walking access to the beach. Additionally, the owners really want to make their guests stay as enjoyable as possible and provide beach chairs, a beach wagon, bicycles, etc., all of which were in very good condition. We had stayed at St. George Island many times, but this was our first time in the Plantation; the Plantation is more scenic, much more private and better maintained than the rest of the Island which is still quite nice in itself. Bottomline, our experience in renting Back To The Beach was excellent in every respect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell N.

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

Great break from reality.

Beautiful property. Everything was as advertised and more. Would not hesitate to stay here again. Steps from the beach and what a beach it is. Beautiful quiet island with an even more secluded home. Host was easy to deal with and very accommodating. Another win for VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Vacation!

Wendy was wonderful to work with, she messaged us on our way saying that the property was ready early! Great location, secluded, a large lot and a short walk to the beach. All the toys we needed were supplied - bikes, beach cart, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and even beach towels. The home is very spacious and kitchen was well stocked. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Awesome place to stay in St. George!

Back to the Beach was our favorite house we've ever stayed in on St. George Island. The rooms are oversized and comfortable, the kitchen was well-stocked and the proximity to the beach was amazing. The house is very secluded yet right there at the beach access walkway. The house was clean and everything (like internet!) was in working order. We arrived to a thoughtful welcome basket which was greatly appreciated and all of the instructions for the house, access codes, etc. were clearly displayed. Wendy is a wonderful host and provides a lot of extras like bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, toys and a cart - it was a dream to go to the beach and not have to bring those items. She is also very accommodating and responsive. 10/10 - great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

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

Perfect!

We had a wonderful stay at Back to the a Beach! The proximity to the beach could only get better by about 50 feet and the house and grounds are stunning! We had had the best time enjoying the spacious, clean and bright house as well as the property itself which was full of paths and private areas for exploring and relaxing. The walk to the beach was quick and easy and the beach gear provided by the owners was everything we needed. After 10-plus years of vacationing in the Plantation on SGI, this is one of our most favorite places and we will gladly book again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drew L.

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

Awesome home and Owner

My wife and two kids visited this property for a week. This a perfect beach vacation property for a family. The home was even better than described in the listing. There were several beach toys for the kids and even bikes to use. My kids absolutely loved the bunk beds and all the board games! The most impressive part to me was the owners responsiveness and helpfulness. I have rented several properties on VRBO and this was hands down the best owner I have experienced. If anyone is deciding between some different rentals I can not recommend this rental enough!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane K.

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

Great house with lots of extras!

We have been staying at the beach for years and this property went above and beyond. The owner left bikes for us to use during our visit, along with beach chairs, umbrellas and beach toys for the kids (and carts to get it to the beach). The beach is an easy walk and there are hardly any people, even in June. The pool was nice as well - it is a nice walk or a quick drive. The house was great for our two families. The host was so kind and communicated with us before and during our trip. She gave us great suggestions on places to visit. The island is so charming! The one grocery store had pretty much all we needed! Hardly any people on the beach… amazing for Florida in June. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Wonderful family vacation

We really enjoyed our close beach access. We did put the umbrella and chair out for one in our party who was not getting in the ocean, but we enjoyed just jumping in the ocean for an hour or so and then running back to the house to rinse off in the outdoor shower and then returning to the beach to look for shells or just walk the beach. We used the bikes to travel on some of the paths and did use them to go to the pool one day when the seaweed got a little more than we could handle in the ocean and we didn't want to get the car seats wet. The pool is beautiful. I enjoyed time on the porch in the morning where you can see a little of the ocean, but the best part is that you can hear it. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen sufficient for all our meals. Wendy also had some coffee there that we tried and really liked. Wendy was very responsive to all our questions and communications. And we took her advice to eat dinner at the Blue Parrot which was very good. She also highly recommended a visit to the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve which I thought was really well done, and I am glad we did not miss that. We really enjoyed our family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

A Delightful Stay!

We stayed at Back to the Beach for two weeks - we were five older adults and two 20yos - and everyone was comfortable and happy with the house. The house had everything as described along with many extras. We used the chairs, umbrellas, cart, floats, paddleboard, and the bikes - it was so great of the owners to share them with us. The kitchen had everything we needed, including two types of coffee machines, a variety of sharp knives, lots of pots and pans, and cleansers. The mattresses were of excellent quality, and there were plenty of pillows and extra blankets. There were a lot of seating options for watching movies comfortably, playing games, eating, working on puzzles, and reading. The community was beautiful and quiet. We've stayed in a lot of houses all over SGI for the past 35 years, and the center of the island can be very active - and that which might be what you're looking for. At Back to the Beach, we saw lots of people, but we enjoyed the overall quiet of the neighborhood and always found a good spot on the beach. (No fireworks in the middle of the night this year to scare our dog, thank goodness!) We enjoyed bike rides in the natural environment and being able to use the community workout room, too.Wendy checked on us periodically and treated us like guests. Our communication was friendly and easy, and I felt very comfortable touching base with her throughout our stay.The fam gave me lots of points for booking BttB! This one's a keeper! Thanks, Wendy!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Wow!

Super location that is secluded but just a minutes walk from the beach!The bikes that came with the property we're great! As a family we probably spent more time on those than in the water! Such a peaceful place! We're in love with the island and this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Family Perfect!!

Last minute get away with my seventeen year old son. Everything was absolutely perfect!! House has everything you would need, plus so many more fun extras. We enjoyed riding the bicycles provided by the owner to the community pool. Communication response time was excellent and helpful. Thankful for spending quality time in a relaxing atmosphere before he begins his senior year. Memories for a life time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was a short and easy walk to the beach. The home was private, immaculate and quaint. Loaded with anything you’d need for a beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach. Perfect for a family. A lot of space outside. They have everything you need for the beach and bikes. House was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth V.

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

Great getaway

Back to the Beach was a wonderful place to stay! It is mere steps from the beautiful beach, and had many amenities. The eclectic decor was enchanting. The home was clean and well-maintained, and kitchen was very well equipped. Provided games and puzzles kept our family entertained every night! Beach chairs and bicycles kept us busy every day. We brought paddle boards to use in Nick’s Hole inside the Plantation. Best of all, Wendy made sure everything was perfect for our stay. We highly recommend and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Great beach vaca

Beautiful, everything you’ll need and more for your beach getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade D.

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

Fantastic

Back to the Beach has a great vibe. The lot is beautiful and secluded but it is just a short walk to the beach. The owner was great to work with. The house was perfect for our family, very clean and in great shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

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

Lovely Home

The house was lovely and as described. Very peaceful, and a short walk to the beach. Wendy was an attentive and wonderful host! She went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable and happy. I very much appreciated her attention to detail and willingness to check on us during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Wow!! What an amazing secluded beach and house!

We took our kiddos there for spring break for a much needed rest and some relaxation! The beach is steps away, close enough for our toddler to walk on her own there! The beach was stunning, and isolated for us to enjoy ourselves. The house had such a modern beach vibe, and the living room was a great place for the whole family to get together on the rainy day and play games together. The scrabble game brought us all together! We will have to book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon s.

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

Family Spring Break Trip

We had a great time! Wendy was great to deal with, and the house was perfect for us. It was steps away from the beach, and the whole island was beautiful! I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Giovannotto

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My Husband and I met 43 years ago as high school sweethearts in New York. We then moved to Atlanta for him to attend Chiropractic college at Life University. Atlanta became our home where we raised our 4 children. We have always loved vacationing with our children and creating memories together. We truly enjoy spending time together as a family! My husband and I always promised each other one day...we would get back to the beach! The time finally came, our dream became a reality "Back To The Beach". After 9 years of ownership, many fun trips and countless memories. We decided we wanted to share it with others so they could experience St. George Island as well.
We hope you create the best memories in our home with your family and friends during your stay at Back To The Beach!

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