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Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Spectacular View of Lake Maria Sanchez from the Patio
Twilight View of Lake From Patio
Back Porch with Gas Grill Overlooking Maria Sanchez Lake
Casa del Lago on Maria Sanchez Lake
Casa del Lago on Maria Sanchez Lake

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Primary bedroom with sitting area looking out onto the lake.

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere

Welcome to Casa del Lago where the past and present meld perfectly. Experience the comforts of this stunning 3/2 lakeside retreat set among million-dollar properties on the shore of Maria Sanchez Lake, in Historic Lincolnville. Less than a fifteen-minute walk to restaurants, sites and attractions in Historic St. Augustine.

Luxury, charm and tranquility define this beautifully and completely renovated cottage featuring all hi-end modern amenities. The oak flooring and architectural details are original to the cottage. Wonderful large windows with amazing lake views allow an abundance of natural light throughout.

Start your day by sitting out on the deck and watching the sunrise over Maria Sanchez Lake with your coffee. Or relax in the evening with a cool drink by the firepit. Be mesmerized as the lake sparkles and the sun sets.

Inspire your inner chef by whipping up a culinary delight in this brand-new fully equipped gourmet kitchen, featuring German cabinetry, quartz counters and backsplash, a Miele gas range and convection oven, Miele microwave/convection and Liebherr refrigerator.

The charming living room with a gas fireplace and wall mounted Samsung Smart TV, opens to a spacious formal dining room.

Luxury awaits in the primary bedroom with a sitting area looking out onto the lake and a stunning ensuite featuring a 3-body spray shower. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a bathroom. All bedrooms have brand new king beds and Samsung Smart TV’s (the guest bedroom has two twins that are pushed together to form a king and can be separated upon request). All are conveniently located on the main level.

In the mood for a backyard barbecue? There is a gas grill on the back porch, a dining table and chairs. With the lake as a backdrop, life just doesn't get any better.

Additional amenities include: a front load washer/dryer, luxury linens, kitchen essentials, bath essentials such as hair dryer, shampoo and body wash.

Please note, there is a small apartment on the second level occupied by a long-term tenant. It has a separate exterior entrance. The only shared space is the driveway in which the tenant has one parking space. There are five parking spaces in total. The home, the patio all outdoor amenities are solely for our vacation rental guest’s use.

Our properties are professionally managed; therefore, guests shall sign our renter agreement before arrival. We use property management software; therefore, post booking communication shall be through our property management platform and outside of your booking platform.

For lower rates book mid-week. Our mid-week rates are lower!

Our Other Properties:
Casa Coquina located in the Historic Lincolnville neighborhood of St. Augustine, FL Less than a fifteen-minute walk to restaurants, sites and attractions in Historic St. Augustine. Casa Coquina is just 300 yards away from Casa del Lago. It is a 3-bedroom 3 bath luxury home and sleeps six.

Horace Walker House c.1888 National Register of Historic Places. Located in the historic Uptown neighborhood of St. Augustine, just a fifteen-minute walk to restaurants, sites and attractions in Historic St. Augustine.
It is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath luxury home that sleeps 6.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Parents assume responsibility.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement
Minimum Age of Primary Renter is 25 years of age, and primary renter must be present during stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Downtown Historic District, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Shoppers can check out St. George Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Augustine Beach and Vilano Beach. World Golf Village 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.
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Saint Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lightner Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponce de Leon Hotel - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Flagler College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪St. Augustine Fish Camp - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dog Rose Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casa Reina - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Ice Plant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Splendor on the Lake, 1928 Cottage-Walk Everywhere located?

Located in Downtown Historic District, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of St. George Street and Flagler College. Matanzas River and Lincolnville Museum & Cultural Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Enjoyable stay

Had a get away weekend with family. The house met all of our needs. Needed to Uber unless you enjoy walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paula H.

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

Great location

Pretty view. Nice walking neighborhood. Spacious home. Family vacation. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Great location!

Everything at this house was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best VRBO property I have rented. Great location, unbelievably equipped, well appointed, everything looked brand new. The management was very attentive and responsive. It was uniquely and beautifully decorated. Everything was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morag K.

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

Great location

Lovely comfortable house close enough to walk to restaurants and all St Augustine has to offer. Beautiful setting on the lake for morning coffee and strolls.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Family Wedding Weekend

This house was literally perfect for our family stay for a wedding weekend. It’s modern, well designed, stocked with helpful items and on the cutest little lake that we walked around every day. One if the best rentals we’ve ever visited!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri G.

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

Casa Lago

The property was beautiful and clean. The eclectic decorating was fun! The kitchen had everything we needed. We would rent it again. It was within walking distance to some of St Augustine’s historic site’s & restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue-Helen M.

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

Sisters Getaway

The house was perfect for our (four) sisters getaway. The inside and outside of the house were beautiful. The location was great - close enough to easily walk to the historic district but in a lovely, quiet location. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Absolutely beautiful. Clean great accommodations

Easy walk to downtown. Enjoy the fire pit. And shower. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

Great home in a great location

This is a great spot to stay that is easily walkable to all that St. Augustine has to offer. Our 3 year old had a blast with us and the backyard is a perfect spot to relax after spending all day walking around St. Augustine. I’d definitely book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Casa De Lago stay

This home was exactly as seen in the photographs. After a full day of sightseeing in town, it was so peaceful to relax on the porch in the evenings with a cool drink and watch nature at its best. The extras provided by this host were so appreciated. There were games, books, extra dish detergents, paper towels, ice, too many to list. I will definitely look for properties by this host for future stays.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

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

Epic property with all high end furnishings..

Amazing!!! Everything from the Woll cookware to the gas fire grill!! Beautiful deck and grounds. Bedding all amenities are fantastic!! Location is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb. M.

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

Special Place for The Holidays

This house is a modern lakeside cottage with loads of upgraded touches. The kitchen is top of the line. Patio if fun with a WOOD BURNING firepit.The light fixtures are unique and plentiful. Love the touch lights by the bed and plenty of plugs for electronics too..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

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

Wonderful Stay - Highly Recommend!

We had an absolutely fantastic time staying at this property! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully equipped the space was. The host was incredibly welcoming and provided all the details we needed for a smooth check-in and check-out process.The location was perfect, offering both peaceful seclusion with views of nature when enjoying our morning coffee, and easy access to local attractions (walkability is great). The amenities exceeded our expectations – from the fully stocked kitchen to the cozy living areas and comfortable bedrooms. We especially loved the outdoor space – perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.We truly felt at home here and would definitely return ( and we are already scheduled). Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a top-tier VRBO experience!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall L.

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

Great Property

The house was great! Furnished with high end features. It was acquired by owner last year and felt brand new because he sparred no expense in refurbishing. The lakeview was really nice and the neighborhood was very quiet. Fire pit was a great feature and we used it nightly. Would highly recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

The Greatest VRBO site ever

The Splendor on the Lake was amazing. It had all updated appliances, newly renovated bathrooms, and kitchen, The deck on the lake was beautiful and the firepit was a hit every night. The hospitality of the owner, providing us with some items needed to prepare meals and do our laundry was over and above the norm. We enjoyed sitting on the deck in the Mornings and the fire pit at night. we will definitely rent this house again. We have stayed in a lot of rentals but this house far exceeds any of those. We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean and loved the location for entertainment. Lots within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendor on the Lake was beyond our expectations! The photos don't do it justice. The kitchen and attention to detail were amazing! It was immaculate and very walkable to the historic district. It rained much of the time we were there, but we were still able to sit on the porch and enjoy the lake views. Three of us stayed at there and agreed that this is the nicest VRBO we have ever rented. We would highly recommend this home to anyone. Parking was more than adequate for 3 cars.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The house felt like a home away from home. The amenities were great. We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the wildlife. It was better than anything on TV. Thank you Ed & Diana
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresea O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this property!! Highly recommended!! And St Augustine is a must see!! It was all wonderful!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful house, very clean. the house had everything we needed to be comfortable and worry-free for the week. beautiful view of the lake from the patio/porch area. perfect location for nearby restaurants, attractions and most of all historic downtown st. augustine. we really enjoyed cocktails and great food at the ice plant and st. augustine fish camp. so much to see and do, we couldn’t think of a better place to stay than casa del lago. hope to stay again in the future. thank you for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed in!!!! Location is perfect, house is very well stocked with everything and beautifully decorated. Love the labeling of lights, etc to remove guesswork.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Quiet Getaway

This house was just perfect for three couples! 15-minute walk to the downtown area, nice sidewalk right in front of the house, and cozy back area to sit out and relax at night. Thank you for a wonderful place to stay with pleasant communication with Katie the house manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! The neighborhood is amazing and so close to downtown. Loved being able to walk everywhere. The property manager was so accommodating and let us check in early last minute. There is a long term tenant that stays upstairs (still a separate unit). She was so nice and very quiet. Plenty of parking. The backyard area was amazing. Loved having our coffee while watching the sun rise over the little lake! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Wonderful Place To Stay

This was a great place to stay. We have been to St Augustine so many times and have never stayed in this neighborhood. The location is so convenient to the historical district and it is also a very quiet and beautiful area. The home is absolutely beautiful and has all amenities we needed. We will definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Volkmar Dirksen

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Several years ago, when vacationing in Saint Augustine, Volkmar Dirksen became fascinated with the architecture and charm of the city as well as its historical significance. It was then that he decided to branch out into the acquisition and property management of short-term vacation rentals.

Volkmar is the president and founder of two commercial real estate and property management companies, DWV Investments, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale established in 1985 and DWV Realty, LLC in Cornelius, North Carolina. He is a successful real estate investor, broker, developer, and builder. He is also the president and owner of US 1 Travel, Inc. established in 1988 and has many years of experience in travel and hospitality.

Volkmar's Other Properties:
Casa Coquina located in the Historic Lincolnville neighborhood of St. Augustine, FL. It is less than a fifteen-minute walk to restaurants, sites and attractions in Historic St. Augustine. Casa Coquina is just 300 yards away from Casa del Lago. It is a 3-bedroom 3 bath luxury home and sleeps six.

Horace Walker House c.1888 National Register of Historic Places. Located in the historic Uptown neighborhood of St. Augustine, just a fifteen-minute walk to restaurants, sites and attractions in Historic St. Augustine.
It is a 3-bedroom, 3-bath luxury home that sleeps 6.

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