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Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a glass-top table, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A two-story house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the upper level.
Dining
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
A two-story yellow house with a balcony, a front door, and a small porch area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • Place, Usina Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Otttis
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Ponte Vedra Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Ponte Vedra Beach, a neighbourhood in Ponte Vedra Beach. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Lightner Museum are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit St. George Street and St. Augustine Premium Outlets. World Golf Village and St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Usina Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Castle Otttis - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. George Street - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 25 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whobley Whale Public House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Schooner's Seafood House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Refuel Coffee - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit on 12 September 2027 start from NZ$5,647, 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 Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Once Upon a Tide Home with Hot Tub & Fire Pit located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Ponte Vedra Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Usina Beach and Castle Otttis. Vilano Beach and Tolomato River 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. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star beach vacation!! We even saw dolphins jumping waves on the last morning. Incredible
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2026
That sounds like a wonderful beach vacation, and seeing dolphins on your last morning must have made it even more memorable. Thanks for staying at Once upon a Tide. We’d be glad to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great access to the beach, house had everything we needed and property management always responded in a timely manner for any questions we had. Will definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, that the house had everything you needed, and that our team responded promptly to your questions. It was a pleasure hosting you — we'd love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best I ever booked with this gorgeous house.Ocean view …awesome…Peacefulness!!I would go back again next year.Thanks for everything
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
Thanks for the great review! Glad the ocean view and peacefulness made your stay so special. It was a pleasure hosting you — we’d love to welcome you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing long weekend. The beach was right at our doorstep. Loved the fire pit table downstairs. Kitchen was well stocked and everything was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2026
Thank you for the review. Glad you enjoyed the beautiful view. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd be happy to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing! Staying on the beach was a game changer for our family. We have 3 little ones and it was so nice to be on the beach. All the beach equipment was excellent. We had so many options to set up on the beach or stay on the deck. The hot tub was fun for all. We have never been “on the beach” before. We may never go back. We loved the gated parking area. The neighborhood was quiet and family oriented. We hope to come back and stay here again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2026
Thanks for the great review! Glad the property was amazing and that staying on the beach was a game changer for your family. Happy the beach equipment and deck options worked well and that the hot tub was fun for everyone. Pleased the gated parking and quiet, family-oriented neighborhood added to the stay. It was a pleasure hosting you — we’d love to welcome you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes there was some shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! Glad there was convenient shopping nearby. We hope you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic beach house

Wonderful house and great locations! So many thoughtful touches. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed our house and its thoughtful touches. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. Home is full of amenities!! One of the best VRBO’s we have rented. The Ocean View! The home was decorated for Christmas, including a beautifully lit tree. Very clean and comfortable.
Thebeach house.
On the beach front
An Old Fashion Christmas.
The beautiful living space.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you for the review. We're glad you felt welcomed and enjoyed the many amenities, the ocean view, and the festive Christmas decorations — especially the beautifully lit tree. It's great the home was clean and comfortable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd be happy to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our family

Very comfortable stay. Very well stocked in every way (except toilet paper ;)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

I highly reccomend this property to anyone with decent sized family. It has everything you need for a great beach vacation anf you can't possibly get any closer to the beach. My family and I had a great week and we plan to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2024
Thank you for your glowing recommendation! We're thrilled you and your family had a great beach vacation at our property. We look forward to hosting you again for another wonderful week by the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house. We were in town for a celebration of life and treated ourselves to this beachfront home. Everything was fresh, new, well thought out & well appointed. We had plenty of room, made a huge dinner in the nice, stocked kitchen, slept so well in the comfortable beds & had great walks & body surfing right out the back door. We’ll recommend & be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2025
Thank you for the review. We’re glad you loved the beachfront home and that everything felt fresh, new, and well appointed. Happy the space had plenty of room, the kitchen was stocked for your dinner, and the beds were comfortable. Glad you enjoyed the walks and body surfing right out the back door. Thanks for recommending us—hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

70th Birthday Party

This house has everything you need. We really did not want to leave it was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
Thank you, Holly, for your five-star review! It's great to hear that the house had everything you needed for a wonderful stay. We hope to welcome you back for another visit soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Stay

Great place and well stocked. Little things that were missing aren’t worth mentioning. Amazing beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home on the Beach!

We had a great time and rarely left the house! There were so many games and toys even our teenagers were kept occupied and happy! The kitchen is well stocked, the beds were super comfortable and the outside deck was wonderful. We will definitely book this home again, it was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2024
Thank you for the great review! We're glad everyone enjoyed the stay and can't wait to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was wonderful! The layout fit our families needs perfectly and I have never stayed in a house with so many extras. From the kitchen with everything you might need, beach chairs and sand toys, and a generous supply of beach towels. And the real highlight is the exterior spaces. We enjoyed the large table, the fire pit, the hot tub and all the games. We picked up delicious food from nearby restaurants each night. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2025
Thank you for the review. We’re glad the layout fit your family’s needs and that the extras—from the fully equipped kitchen to beach chairs, sand toys, and generous beach towels—were helpful. Happy the outdoor spaces, large table, fire pit, hot tub, and games made your stay enjoyable. Hope to host you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Setting: 10/10Kitchen: 9/10Unfortunate galeforce winds and rain for 5/7 days: 0/10Couple things for owner to note:Upstairs bedrooms were difficult to keep cool.3/4 bath on main floor had a backed up shower drain, creating standing water when showering. Dryer had issues that required maintenance to come to fix.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re glad you enjoyed the setting and kitchen, and sorry the weather cut into your trip. We appreciate the notes about the upstairs bedrooms staying warm, the backed-up shower drain on the main floor, and the dryer needing attention. We’ve shared these with our maintenance team — the dryer was serviced, the shower drain is being cleared, and we’ll inspect the upstairs cooling and look for ways to improve airflow. Thank you for the feedback, and we’d welcome the chance to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous beach views and property

We were here to celebrate my birthday and “Once Upon a Tide” did not disappoint. The property was completely renovated and beautifully done. Everything was labeled and organized. My family had the best time….best time part was the view!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach & location

Truly enjoyed the beach right outside our door. The layout of the house was perfect for our family. The house was loaded with supplies, beach items, towels, and kitchen items. The property manager was very responsive to a few minor needs we inquired about. The location is great. Essential stores within 5 minutes.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Jim! We're glad you enjoyed the beach access and the layout of the house for your family. It's great to hear that you found the supplies helpful and appreciated our responsiveness. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family Thanksgiving vacation

The home is beautiful, comfortable and well stocked. The ocean and sunrise views are outstanding from inside and out on the decks and seating. The kids had a great time playing outdoor ping pong, chess/checkers, pool and on the beach. We received quick responses to our outreach to the host. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 December 2024
Thank you, Christine, for your wonderful review! It's great to hear that your family enjoyed the amenities like ping pong and the beach, and that you appreciated the stunning views from the home. We strive to provide prompt communication and a comfortable experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once Upon A Tide did not disappoint! Plenty of room for a group of 12. The views are stunning, the beach is just steps from the deck and the kitchen has EVERYTHING you could need. Soft sheets and towels! The propert management was very quick to respond to the few questions we had. The worst part was that the sliding glass door handle is broken but we got the hang of how to open the slider pretty quick. Highly recommend staying here!
Morning view from the primary room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad Once Upon A Tide had plenty of room for your group, the views and beach access were highlights, and the kitchen and linens met your needs. We appreciate the note about the sliding glass door handle — we’ll have that repaired. We’d love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ultimate Beachfront and Kitchen

Beachfront house is right on the water, had an excellent two-level deck with hot tub, beach chairs, outdoor games & water craft/toys. This rental had the best equipped kitchen we’ve ever had with every kitchen tool and appliance you need and more. The cleanliness was superb. We also really appreciated the plentiful dedicated beach towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2026
Thank you for the lovely review. We’re glad you had a relaxing long weekend and enjoyed having the beach right at your doorstep and the fire pit table downstairs. It’s great to hear the kitchen had what you needed and everything was clean. It was a pleasure hosting you — you’re welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sensational 70th Shindig

Four high school (and earlier) friends vacation to celebrate our 70th birthdays in 2024. We had lots of fun and laughter and thoroughly enjoyed staying at Once Upon a Tide. Views were wonderful to enjoy over coffee and cocktails. The kitchen was really well stocked with everything to meet our needs. Lots of games and other amenities. Plenty of room and clean. Linens and beds were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay!

We had a wonderful time! We did encounter a few issues, but the Porter Team was very responsive and made sure all our needs were met. We saw dolphins nearly every day and a turtle nest hatched! The kitchen has EVERTHING! I have never seen such an abundance of pots, pans, and small appliances! Best yet, the extras for the kids were incredible..ping pong, pool table, outdoor connect four, and so many beach toys. The house offers beautiful views and easy steps to the beach! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad the team was able to assist promptly and that you enjoyed the abundant kitchen amenities and fun extras for the kids. It's wonderful you caught sightings of dolphins and the turtle hatch—truly special moments. We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great - BIG living/dining/kitchen area. Very well equipped kitchen. Lots of each towels and fun stuff to use on the beach. Wren Rentals was very responsive when we had a problem with the A/C - got it fixed the same day. For our group, we had to put 2 adults and 2 kids in the bunk room (Two queen beds) and that was a bit tight. Only thing from preventing us from going back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you for your review, Helga! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the spacious living area and well-equipped kitchen, as well as our prompt response to the A/C issue. We understand the bunk room setup can be a bit tight for larger groups, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future!
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