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💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants

Family-friendly holiday home in St. Augustine

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Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, St. Augustine Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns County Ocean Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Anastasia State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 - Oceanfront King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroon 2 - Queen with Private Bath

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 1 - Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bath 2 - Hall Bath for Oceanfront Bedroom and Sleeper Sofa

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants

DIRECT OCEANFRONT HOME looks like it's "Straight out of Pottery Barn". Crisp white linens. Soft beach colors. Cool Marble floors. Totally renovated in Aug 2012, 1 of 4 Cottages on 1 oceanfront lot located at 2 9th Street in the "Center" of the "Best Section" of St Aug Beach. Loads of Restaurants within walking distance. No long catwalks. No Cars allowed. Just waves & powder white sand steps from your door yet only 5 miles to Historic Downtown St Augustine. Check out the WALK THRU Videos under the Floor Plan Tab. It is the best way to get a feel of the house. Just use your mouse to walk thru. I think you will love it. And here is a new Birdseye Video so you can see how all the Cottages fit together and how close they are to the sea and the Resaturants: CLICK HERE




OCEANFRONT COVERED LANAI & GRILL - You will love sitting outside enjoying the Breeze and the Sound of the Surf. Large Covered Lanai for Dining or just relaxing with a book. In front of the house is a Private Courtyard with Grill (gas or charcoal) and Outdoor shower with hot & cold water, Beach Chairs and Boogie Boards for your beach fun. On the Grass 4 Adirondack Chairs to enjoy the sun!



OPEN GREAT ROOM - Inside features the new "Open" central room with Kitchen, Living and Dining all in one. The BIG SCREEN TV comes with Comcast Cable plus a Streaming Video box for sharing You Tube Videos or Netflix favorites (if you have an account). FREE WIFI. The sofa converts to a Queen Sleeper if you need more sleeping arrangements. And the Floors. They are all Marble. So soft and cool. We loved them so much we used it throughout the house, even on the Lanai.



CONVERSATION CORNER - My favorite space is the "Conversation Corner". A round table with 4 leather swivel chairs flanked by double windows. A perfect place for games, cards or just sitting around laughing and telling stories. We provide several games, but our family favorite is Rummikub. It is the rare game where you can actually make a difference depending on how creative you are and can be played by all ages from 5 to 95. I hope it will become a tradition for your family as well and you'll think back to your stay in St Augustine each time you play.



GOURMET KITCHEN - White Shaker Cabinets, Stainless Appliances, and a new "Leather Finish" on the Granite. Very different. I fell in love with it. There is a HUGE Gathering Island with Bar Stools where you will spend most of your time. Comes fully equipped with Pottery Barn dishes and glasses and all the Pots and Pans you will need to prepare gourmet meals. I hope it will inspire you to stay home and cook. You may save enough to stay another day. That's one advantage of a Home vs a Hotel! So bring your favorite Family Recipes!



2 OCEAN FRONT BEDROOMS - There are 2 Bedrooms, both with Flat Screen TVs. One is a King and direct Beachfront with 180 windows and uses the Hall Bath. The other has an 8 foot Picture Window and a Private Bath. Enjoy waking up to the sunrise. They can be breath taking.



2 GARDEN TUBS - Both Baths have Garden Tubs. They also have showers with classic Subway Tile surrounds and Furniture Style Vanities with Stone Counters.



2 PARKING SPOTS

Outdoor Laundry with Washer and Dryer



BEST BEACH - Now to the Beach and why I call it the "Best Beach". You need to do your research here. There is a tremendous difference in the beaches and only 18 streets of what most people agree is the Best. Be sure and find out “where” your beach house is located before you book. I believe this is BEST for 5 reason:



1. The SAND. The sand is like powder, not coarse ground up shells like Vilano to the north. This is the white powder you are looking for. Great for drip castles!



2. The OCEAN is RIGHT AT YOUR DOOR STEP. There is no long raised boardwalk like further south along Atlantic View with a 5 minute walk across the dunes to navigate with the cooler & chairs before you ever get to the water. Here the ocean and the VIEW is steps from your door. Be careful. There are some “beachfront” homes that are so “far from the beach” because of the sand dunes that you can hardly “see” the ocean.



3. There are NO CARS. This is a major distinction. Everything south of A Street has Cars. Imagine trying to play paddle ball or throwing football with cars continually passing by & having to be on constant baby alert. Not while you are on vacation!



4. The beach is WIDE and level with GREAT WAVES. You have to be careful here too. Some beaches to the north on Vilano are narrow & steep, even with rocks, and the slope of the beach affects the waves. They break right at the shore line so close in you can't ride boogie boards. The locals consider this the BEST SURFING around. There is a Surf Shop, Pitt Surf, at A Street where you can rent boards and take lessons. You don't have to worry. This is not the West Coast. Waves are not too big and not too small. They are "just right". But you will have loads of fun with the boogie boards provide at The Seaside Cottages free of charge



5. Last but not least, the beach is within WALKING DISTANCE of loads of restaurants & shops. Many beaches both north and south are so isolated you have a long drive to get to anything. Not The Seaside Cottages. It is so nice to be able to walk over to a restaurant for breakfast or send the kids out an Ice cream cone. We have an amazing number of "wonderful" restaurants within walking distance. Our favorite Sunset Grill is a must. Even Live music at Cafe 11 & funky Jacks BBQ. At the Fishing Pier the Kids will love the Splash Park plus Beach Volleyball courts, there is a Farmers Market on Wednesday and Free Live Music Concerts every Wednesday night in the Summer. How wonderful is that? Publix and Starbucks are only 1.5 mile away. There is a park half mile north on Pope with Tennis or a YMCA for swimming or workout w/Daily or Weekly memberships if you are not a member at home. Just south is Miniature Golf which kids will love. And Royal St Augustine Golf for the Adults close by on 16. (World Golf and TPC/Sawgrass are about 30 minutes). See THINGS TO DO at my Website or call to let me know what you are looking for. I always answer my phone!



ONLY 5 MILES to DOWNTOWN - There is more to St Augustine that just the Beach. Our Downtown founded in 1565 is the oldest continuously occupied European Settlement in the US and one of the Top 6 Florida destinations according to US News & World Reports. (They rank us #2 Best Affordable Honeymoon Destination and our Beach #5 in USA). You'll feel like you are back in time. Strolling Old World Walking Streets. Romantic Lighting. Outdoor Music filling the air. There are scores Historic Sights and fabulous Restaurants. Call or my LIST of THINGS TO DO. With the Beach and the History we are truly a "Must Do".

NEED MORE SPACE? - Check out 3 more Oceanfront homes on this same Oceanfront lot ranging from 1 to 5 Bedrooms located at 2 9th Street. If you book all 4 Cottages it can sleep 35. Plus I have another large Oceanfront 7 Bedroom 6.5 Bath home just 9 streets south at 2 1st Lane that can sleep up to 21. And Downtown I have 7 Options. You can see them all on my website LindasBeach.com or see the single listings below. They are clustered together to accommodate large gatherings or wedding guests. Often the Husband's side can take one group of homes and wife's the other. Everyone is close but not too close. Just send my website to all your friends and guest and they can be sure they have booked near each other and the action. Makes choosing your Vacation Rental easy.




1. Oceanfront - 2 9th St - 5 Miles from Historic Downtown - Direct Oceanfront - 4 Options



Seaside Cottage 1 (6 BD 5 BA - Sleeps 19) https://lindasbeach.com/372392/

Seaside Cottage 2 (2 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 7) https://lindasbeach.com/372394/

Seaside Cottage 3 (2 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 6) https://lindasbeach.com/372396/ (Shown Here)

Seaside Cottage 4 (1 BD 1.5 BA - Sleeps 5) https://lindasbeach.com/372397/



2. Oceanfront - 2 1st Lane - 15 Houses South - Direct Oceanfront



Chautauqua (7 BD 6.5 BA - Sleeps 21) https://lindasbeach.com/chautauqua/


3. Downtown- 67 Lemon St & Guesthouse in Alley - 2 Blocks to Historic Downtown - 4 Options



Lemon Street Retreat - Main House (3 BD 3 BA - Sleeps 8) https://lindasbeach.com/755368/

Lemon Guesthouse - Both Floors (4 BD 3.5 BA - Sleeps 14) https://lindasbeach.com/373726/

Palm View - 2nd Floor Guesthouse (3 BD 2 BA - Sleeps 9) https://lindasbeach.com/Palm-View/

Secret Garden - 1st Floor Guesthouse (1 BD 1.5 BA) - Sleeps 5) https://lindasbeach.com/373723/



4. Downtown- 28 Riberia St & Guesthouse - 2 Blocks to Lemon - 2 Blocks to Historic DT - 2 Options



Historic Lady - Main House (3 BD 4 BA - Sleeps 10) https://lindasbeach.com/Historical-Lady/

Romantic Getaway - Guesthouse (1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4) https://lindasbeach.com/romantic-studio/



5. Downtown- 28 Saragossa St - 1 Block to Lemon and Riberia - 1 Block to Historic DT - 2 Options



Grand Oak (1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4) https://lindasbeach.com/755361/

Palm Paradise (1 BD 1 BA - Sleeps 4) https://lindasbeach.com/755364/

BOOKMARK ME - Please bookmark at www.LindasBeach.com or see the individual homes above.

Remember you save 5-15% when you book directly with me vs VRBO or Airbnb.



CALL LINDA - My goal is to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" and have it become a part of "Your Family Tradition" so that you will grow to consider us "Your second home in St Augustine". Feel free to call me anytime at 904.465.3852. I always answer my phone and am here to help. I am also a Realtor so if you "Fall in Love" like I did, I can help you find a great deal on a Vacation Home. I would love to take you Shopping.

Thank you again for considering us,



Linda Bayles
904.465.3852
Email Info@LindasBeach.com
To Search for a Vacation Rental see www.Lindasbeach.com
I am also Realtor at FL Homes Realty & Mortgage if you decide you want to stay

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Check in after 3:30 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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About the area

St. Augustine

St. Augustine is home to this holiday home. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Fish Island Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park and Anastasia Island Mini-Golf. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • St. George Street - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crabby's Beachside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anastasia Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 💲 DIRECT OCEANFRONT COTTAGE 💲 Best Section of Beach - Steps to Beach -Walk to Restaurants located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Johns County Ocean Pier and St. Augustine Beach. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Matanzas River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Linda Bayles

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My name is Linda Bayles. I have been a Realtor in the Jacksonville/St Augustine area ranking in the Top 1% of Agents since 1998. In 2005 I walked into a 1926 beach cottage direct oceanfront on St Augustine Beach and knew I had found my calling. I wanted to 'Create' a vacation space for Families. Large extended families. A place were Cousins, Grandmothers, Uncles and Aunts can comfortably come together to reconnect and enjoy each other away from the demands of the outside world. I come from a large family of 5 children as does my husband, Brad. Some of my fondest memories are when we all got together to just 'hang out' for 3 or 4 days. The little ones always come up with a 'play'. The adults always congregate in the Kitchen passing down the 'Family Recipes' to the next generation and playing Games. We are a big Game playing family. Specifically Rummikub. We start them at 5 and My Mother is still going at 95. If you have never played, you must. I make sure there is one in each house. Once you are hooked and have one of your own, I hope you will think of your St Augustine stay every time you play.

So I bought that 1926 Craftsman, gutted it and turned it into The Chautauqua which sleeps 21. It has been a rewarding success. In 2011, my Father expanded the tradition and bought 4 homes on one Oceanfront compound on 9th Street. We could not believe our luck and spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages. We started renting them in June of 2012. The Best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the “Best Beach” - No cars. No Catwalk. The ocean right at your door. Everything within walking distance.

In 2016 I moved to Downtown St Augustine and added 4 more Downtown Homes walking distance of St George Street, the Center of Historic Downtown and all the Restaurants, Sights and Music. It is absolutely charming at night. You will feel you are strolling an old European City. A must see.

I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to call me any time day or night at 904.465.3852.

PS: I am also a Realtor. I work primarily as a Single Agent. There are not many of us out there. Most Realtors work as neutral Transaction Agents. You can google 'Buyers Agent' to get an overview of the difference. I think it is big. Just ask yourself the question, Would I want the other sides Attorney to represent me too? That's it in a nut shell but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing just YOUR interest. We are all paid by the Seller. So .... I would love to help if you are thinking about buying or selling in the area. Just call and I will send photos of what's available. Once here I would love to give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping". We can see about 4 per hour and you have me as long as it takes.

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