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Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Sun-sail shaded sitting area perfect for morning coffee or evening breezes.
Dining area surrounded by windows offering beautiful views of the pier and Intracoastal Waterway.
Top-floor living space featuring a full-size sofa bed and plenty of natural light.
Kayaks available for guest use, perfect for exploring Dolphin Cove at your own pace.
Fully equipped summer kitchen that opens to the covered patio for effortless entertaining.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10242.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Matanzas River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanzas Inlet
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Matanzas National Monument
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

Loft hang-out room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Ensuite Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath #4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #3

Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly

Discover Dolphin Cove, a 3-story waterfront retreat overlooking the Matanzas Inlet. This 4BR, 3.5BA home sleeps 10 and features sweeping water views, 3 outdoor decks, a summer kitchen, fire pit, fishing dock, paddle board, and dog-friendly accommodations. Just steps from the river and a short walk to the beach, enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. No unapproved events allowed.

Guests have full private access to:
✅ Entire 3-story home
✅ Private fishing + boat dock (<25 ft at high tide)
✅ Paddle board + beach gear
✅ Summer kitchen w/ TV, grill, fridge & stove
✅ Multiple furnished decks with water views
✅ Fast WiFi + Smart TVs
✅ In-unit washer & dryer
✅ Free parking for multiple vehicles
✅ Dog-friendly areas (with approval and pet fee)

Welcome to your ultimate waterfront getaway-where sweeping inlet views, dolphin sightings, and endless outdoor living come together in one unforgettable stay. With space for up to 10 guests and a layout designed for gathering, this home is ideal for families and friends seeking both adventure and relaxation.

🛏 Bedrooms (4) + Bathrooms
• Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bath, steam room, walk-in closet, private deck
• Bedroom 2: King bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Bedroom 4: Double + Single
• 3.5 Bathrooms (steam room in primary)
• Outdoor hot-water shower

🌊 Living + Views
• Expansive second-floor windows overlooking Matanzas Inlet
• Three floors of furnished decks for sunrise coffee & sunset cocktails

🍽 Two Kitchens
• Indoor kitchen: Fully stocked, full appliances, cookware
• Outdoor summer kitchen: TV, stove, fridge, sink, prep space

🎉 Outdoor Living
• Fire pit, hammock area, picnic table, dartboard
• Paddle board + fishing dock
• Beach wagon, chairs, towels & umbrella

💼 Work-Friendly
• 2 computer monitors and desk for remote work

✅ Indoors
• Fully stocked kitchen with full appliances
• Steam room + walk-in closet in primary suite
• Smart TVs throughout
• Washer/dryer
• Reliable WiFi
• Workstation with monitors

🟦 Outdoors
• Private fishing/boat dock (<25 ft boat at high tide)
• 3 furnished decks with water + sunrise/sunset views
• Summer kitchen w/ fridge, stove & TV
• Hammock area
• Fire pit + grill
• Outdoor hot-water shower
• Paddle board and full beach gear set

Ideally located between St. Augustine and Palm Coast, Dolphin Cove sits steps from the river and just a short walk from Flagler’s pristine beaches.

📍 Nearby Highlights
• Old A1A Beach – 5 min walk
• Fort Matanzas National Monument – 2 min
• Marineland Dolphin Adventure – 3 min
• Nearest boat ramp – 7 min
• Publix – 10 min
• Matanzas State Forest – 15 min
• Golf courses – 15–25 min
• St. Augustine Alligator Farm – 22 min
• Historic Downtown St. Augustine – short scenic drive
Perfect for beach days, boating, fishing, nature excursions, or exploring local dining from Palm Coast to St. Augustine.

Getting There
Easy access via A1A.
🛬 Jacksonville International Airport – 1 hr 15 min
🛬 Daytona Beach International Airport – 50 min
🚗 Paved roads lead directly to the home.
📱 A detailed digital welcome guide is provided 48 hours pre-arrival with driving directions, check-in steps & dock notes.

Pet Policy:
This home is pet-friendly for up to 2 dogs with prior approval.
-A $200 pet fee applies
-Please clean up after your pets and keep them off the furniture.
-All pet waste must be picked up. A $50 fee will apply if waste is left in the yard.
-No cats allowed.
-Unattended pets must be crated.
-Unauthorized animals will result in additional fees.

A signed rental agreement is required to complete your reservation and will be sent after booking. Please note that failure to return the signed agreement may result in cancellation of your stay. Depending on your booking platform, a government-issued ID and copy of your credit card may also be required for verification after booking.

Rules:
No parties or events allowed without prior approval.
Smoking indoors is prohibited ($500 remediation fee applies).
The following additional Fees may apply:
$150 per person per day for exceeding occupancy limits
$50–$200 for late check-outs or early arrivals (based on number of hours).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Pet fee $200 for 2 dogs Not allowed on furniture,
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 in St. Augustine, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Ocean Hammock Golf Club and Hammock Beach Ocean Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Palm Coast Lanes 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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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Matanzas River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Matanzas Inlet - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
  • St. George Street - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Back 40 A1A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Commander’s Shellfish Camp - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Matanzas River, Matanzas Inlet and Faver-Dykes State Park. Fort Matanzas National Monument and Marineland Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricky J.

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

Great Stay, and Relaxing!!

Loved it. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice! Could've been a bit cleaner, but overall it was worth it. Also there were a couple of pet stains in one of the bedrooms and on the stairs. Water damage coming from the upstairs bathroom, leaking through the floor onto the other stairs. This should be addressed sooner than later. I would stay here again, as it was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

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

march 2025 stay

Had a wonderful stay. Paddleboarded with dolphins. Wonderful balcony and a downstairs outdoor kitchen. Fresh water hose at dock and porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William J.

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

Fantastic views

We recently stayed here and enjoyed it immensely. We enjoyed the multiple decks, views, lower deck kitchen and fire pit. We grilled out and experienced some fantastic sunsets from the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

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

Dolphin Cove

We really enjoyed our stay with family of six and a couple dogs. It was a beautiful home with beautiful view from top two decks. So many small beaches to go to right up the road. Would stay again in heartbeat. Set up beautifuly for great family gathering and enjoying time together. The Shayla management company were wonderful and so easy to dealing with as well as extremely friendly. When pest control came out one day they called and kept us informed when they would be there. You can’t go wrong with this great house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsay W.

Liked: Check-in, location

Mixed Feelings

My family and I thourougly enjoyed the views of the water that the home provided and the kids LOVED chasing all the little crabs in the back by the dock. The dock was great for fishing but I found it misleading as to whether you can dock a boat there. We brought a boat and we’re unable to keep it at the house because of the tide which was not a part of the information in the house and would have been helpful being that we had to find a marina to accommodate us last minute on a holiday weekend and drive to and from the boat each day. BUT I should have also asked about boat access and I did not. The upstairs shower has old soaps and scum in it and my toddler niece found old food under the couch and the outdoor spaces did not appear to have been cleaned recently. The indoor spaces accommodated are family well but I think the bathrooms and entry ways need rugs to keep down the spread of dirt in the home. Overall we had a great time and would visit again if we don’t need our boat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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