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Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown

Holiday home with private pool, near Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8198.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Flagler College
  • Place, St. George Street
  • Place, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - ensuite Bedroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - ensuite Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown

Welcome to the Blue Heron Beach Retreat, a perfect place to kick back and relax! The pool is located in a large fenced-in back yard with plenty of privacy, just waiting for you to enjoy!

The living room is situated with comfortable sofas and is beautifully decorated. There is plenty of space for the whole family. Relax and enjoy your favorite movie or sporting event on the big screen. Also the home is equipped with WIFI so bring all the electronic devices and stay in touch with family and friends while you have the best vacation ever.

The kitchen is fully stocked with the appliances, cookware and tableware that you need to make the perfect meal. So whether you are preparing a large meal or just sitting and enjoying a morning cup of joe, this house has you covered.

Our home also has a full size washer and dryer, so you won’t have to worry about doing laundry when you get home.

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!

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 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 Monday night for Tuesday morning pickup.

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 58 degrees the pool will have a difficult time staying heated. Our pool technician comes on Tuesdays to check the chemicals and Fridays to clean. Our lawn/landscape professional comes on Wednesdays. These dates are subject to change based on weather or other factors, but in general that is when they are scheduled.

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.

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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. Pool/lawn services can occur as needed. No refund for wifi issues. See Pool Hours

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock

About the area

St. Augustine

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Davis Shores, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Flagler College Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Castle Otttis. 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

  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Flagler College - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lightner Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • St. George Street - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Conch House Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casa Reina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Candlelight South Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown have a pool?

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

Is Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown 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 Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Heron - Amazing Backyard and Heated Pool, Near Beach & Historic Downtown located?

Located in Davis Shores, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Matanzas River and Flagler College. Tolomato River and Anastasia Island Mini-Golf are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the house, pool and outdoor area.Only thing missing was a hot tub
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl L.

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

Great property in a great location.

This is definitely going to be a regular spot for our family when we need a staycation in St. Augustine. The backyard and pool area is amazing and the house was perfect for us. Great time was had over our weekend at the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amazing backyard. Very large home good for families. Furniture and decor needs updated but didn’t bother us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Clean great location

Nice spot thanks for letting us enjoy your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

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

Perfect Group Getaway

Perfect location for multiple couples to come and stay. The house was very spacious and the backyard was amazing. Super close to downtown St Augustine as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great vacation house for St Augustine attractions

We really enjoyed our stay at the Blue Heron Beach house. Great location with easy access to Old St Augustine via the Lions Bridge and also proximity to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda J.

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

Beautiful Property

The house and outside property is very beautiful. The house is very spacious. It was very enjoyable getting into the pool every day and soaking up some Florida sun!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Great house, Great location!

We had a wonderful stay in this spacious house with a fenced yard, beautifully designed backyard and private pool. Excellen communication with hist
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R., Massachusetts, USA

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

Resort-like backyard

Clean home, safe and quiet neighborhood, and a stunning backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

C K.

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

Weekend Getaway

Perfect place for a girls’ trip. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating areas. Beautiful yard and pool. Long walk to town, but worth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy S.

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

Family vacation

Loved the Blue Heron. The house was the perfect size for our family - 5 adults and 3 children. Only issue was with the kitchen sink. And we thought the house was located closer to the beach. I enjoyed walking the neighborhood. Grandkids loved the pool. Saint Augustine did not disappoint
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance R.

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

Large pool home

Very nice property! Pool and poolhouse was great! We were there for a sailing regatta and enjoyed swimming after! Kitchen well stocked. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Girls weekend get-a-way!

Highly recommend this rental property! Very spacious inside and out. The pool was refreshing and the outdoor theater area was an added bonus! The hosts were more than gracious and accommodating. The location was perfect! You are just a short ride to both the beach and downtown St. Augustine. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

Family trip to St. Augustine

With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, large open family room/dining area, and outside pool area, this property was great for 4 adults, 2 kids and 2 dogs. Very spacious primary bedroom with en suite bathroom. Small kitchen but fully equipped. House is clean but would benefit from updating and TLC. Bed comfort was so so and more pillow were needed. Location is great for visiting downtown St. Augustine and the many attractions around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

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

Beautiful peaceful stay

This was exactly What was needed as they were working nights doing the parking lot at Home Depot. Quiet spacious and beautiful home. Thanks and we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

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

Perfect house for our needs!

We had a family wedding to go to, and this property was so much nicer than staying in a hotel. The backyard is perfect for gathering and fun! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silvia G.

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

Beautiful clean and near

This home is beautiful inside and outside. Great place for families to enjoy the backyard. It's very comfortable inside too. The location is great, it's minutes from the beach and the Historic District. Great communication as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Friends at St Augustine

We stayed for 3 nights and the location could not have been better. The house was very nicely equipped and clean. The eight of us thoroughly enjoyed this house and the St Augustine area. Thanks for the great memories
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Wonderful family vacation house

We had a great stay at the Blue Heron. The house was perfect for our large family with 5 kids ranging ages 5-13. The house had everything we needed and the hosts had great communication. The pool was definitely the highlight for our gang but the outdoor tv and fire pit made the yard an activity of its own. Very close to downtown and beautiful beaches. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy and Ron S.

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

Great place!!!!

We already said we need to rent this place again and take advantage of the beautiful offerings in the backyard. But it was way too cold the days we were there .The house offered everything you needed or wanted. You were not that far from downtown and definitely had some good options around the house for food .The host were super accommodating to us. and or wanted .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Perfect

This house was nothing but perfect. Located perfectly so if you want to go to beachside or downtown. Also has a pool if you just want to stay at the house and relax. Perfect for all family members. We had 2 kids that were 2 and they loved it. If we visit again we will definitely be seeing if this house available
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

K D.

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

Great location, nice accommodations

The Blue Heron property is a sleeper from the street. It is in an older neighborhood that appears to be turning over. The 4 King bedrooms were awesome and the master is huge! Nice living space, plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen is modestly appointed. Nice washer and dryer on site, and cute little pool house. Can walk to historic district if in decent shape. Nice restaurants right around the corner.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merle D.

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

Fantastic house!

My family and I had a great vacation in St Augustine. The house was perfect for our needs. We had 4 couples and the king size beds were perfect, so very comfortable. The bathrooms were clean and everyone commented on how easy they were to use.The back yard was beautiful, we enjoyed the pool and the BBQ. The large dining table was great for our shared meals. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook great meals. We will gladly recommend this listing to friends and family in the future.Thanks to the host for a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen O.

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

Amazing!

This was my first experience with Vrbo it was wonderful. The property was impeccable. Plenty of space, lots of towels. Great location with amazing backyard. Property manager was very responsive. If you are visiting St. Augustine this is the place to stay. Overall an exceptional experience. I would definitely stay there again! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Fabulous Property !! Very close to Downtown

This property is the best one we’ve stayed at !! Very roomy for 7 adults and 1 toddler. Beds were very comfy. The kitchen is awesome. It’s fully stocked with nice dishes and plenty of cookware and utensils. Two coffee makers, one of which is a Keurig. The outdoor space is wonderful !! The pool, cabana with a TV, very nice fire pit with plenty of lots of chairs. Two other seating areas out there also. We really enjoyed the property. If we’re down this way again we’d stay here again !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

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