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Pets love The Mermaid Cottage....and we love your pets.
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Exterior
Newly refreshed upper deck with peek-a-boo views of the ocean.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
St Augustine, FL
  • Butler Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • St. Augustine Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Anastasia State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd


Escape to the beach for the best vacation ever. 3 bdrm 2 bath private beach-side home is reminiscent of the rich history of the St Augustine and East Coast beach homes. It has been deeply remodeled for comfort and the most modern conveniences to help create a special vacation experience. And it is all on one level (one bedroom has four steps).
The Mermaid Cottage is located in a quiet, highly regarded and admired beach neighborhood with a laid-back atmosphere that allows you and your family to spend lots of time enjoying this nature filled beach location. Established in an eclectic mix of old Florida cottages and contemporary homes, it is just one block from one of the several deeded beach access walk-on boardwalks leading to one of the best beaches on the East Coast. It is on a full lot that runs from one street to another providing additional privacy, free parking and access. We are pet friendly and children love this cottage. (Remind them to count the mermaids and enter their count in the guest book.) There is a one time pet fee. Just include pets when telling us how many family members or friends.
There are several desk areas in this home to work or learn remotely. The WiFi is super fast fiber optic and extremely reliable and secure.
Relax listening to the ocean on the covered porch overlooking the completely fenced front yard or enjoy the backyard deck for grilling, entertaining, relaxing and sunning. In addition, there is an upper deck that is perfect for sunning, entertaining and enjoying the ocean breezes and views. You are an easy 3-minute stroll to the beach and less than a mile from the intra-coastal waterway and Windswept Beach Park with children’s playground and fitness track. You are 7 miles from historic downtown St. Augustine on A1A, 2 miles from the AMP and Marineland is just 10 miles south on A1A.
The open Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen floor plan allows The Mermaid Cottage to live big and easily all on one floor. The Living Room has a 46” HD satellite TV, two sofas (one is a queen size bed sofa). There is also a fully stocked desk area complete with printer. (Located by the slider door so you can listen to the ocean while you work.) All bedrooms have extremely comfortable beds. The MB has a king size bed and a 40” HD TV. The second bedroom has two twin beds with a kit to easily convert them to a king size bed. The third bedroom (which is actually a 2nd Master Bdrm) has a king bed, sitting area with love seat, HD TV and another desk area (perfect for conference calls or quieter work or school). The two master bedrooms are located on different ends of the house making it a great house for two couples or older children. All bedrooms have blackout drapes to help ensure a great nights sleep. Our home is fully equipped, very comfortable and very well decorated with lots of original art. A large, newly remodeled and fully equipped kitchen allows you to easily prepare meals at home when you choose.
We’ve provided lots of little extras to make your vacation memorable and the most fun.
We are very “hands on” with our property and make The Mermaid Cottage our home during the winter. The Pearl Cottage next door is often available to rent at the same time for larger family/friend gatherings at the beach. It provides another opportunity to vacation with friends and family and still have privacy. The two backyards can open to one another when rented together. The pearl listing number on VRBO is #726115. Please read our reviews. We work hard to maintain our homes and make sure that our guests have an enjoyable experience.
You will love the Mermaid Cottage and the beach and the neighborhood, feeling right at home immediately (we hear this over and over from our guests). Whether you are here to Work, Stay or Play, we want you to relax and enjoy our home and your St. Augustine vacation experience, create memories and return year after year.

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Property manager

Deborah Reeves
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a quiet neighborhood and parties are strictly prohibited.

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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located in Butler Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out St. George Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. 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

  • Butler Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Butler Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Anastasia State Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mangos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachsideCottge,easywalk2BestBeach,3bdrm2bth,UpperDeck,FreeWiFi,PetsWlcmFncdYrd located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Butler Beach, Butler Beach State Park and Matanzas River. St. Augustine Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay for our family!!

The host was amazing and responsive! Great location. Perfect house for our family and pets!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Perfect vacation

Totally enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Cottage it was so homey and well kept. Can’t wait to go back!! Easy access to beach, stores and restaurants!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

March getaway

Good locationGreat front porchGREAT PATIOloved the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect fit

My family of five had a great stay at the Mermaid Cottage. Everyone had plenty of space, enjoyed the homey beach vibe, and loved the close beach access. Deborah is a very responsive host. We would not hesitate to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias R.

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

Relaxing time

The house is very nice and functional and we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Beach house

We love the area and how peaceful it is!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya O.

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

mini vacation

We had a wonderful time while visiting St. Augustine Beach. The Mermaid Cottage was very cozy and clean, the neighborhood was quiet, and the weather was perfect. We had no issues and would highly recommend to others looking for a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita W., Manhattan Bch

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

Rendezvous at The Mermaid Cottage

Our family gathered at the Mermaid Cottage for a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing stay. We found it charming, comfortable and well equipped!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

corrine e.

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

Family quick getaway

Property was perfect and the location was amazing since we arw a surf family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Mermaid Cottage

Excellent beach home. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Perfect vacation

This was a great vacation for us and our dog. The beach is absolutely beautiful and the mermaid cottage felt like home. This assures to be a perfect get-a-way.

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Wedding/Vacation

It was a great property and a great location! Very quite as well!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

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

Nice place

House had everything we needed, and the back bedroom helps elders separate from the loud children at bed time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kerri w.

Best stay

We've been to this area many times. The house is wonderful. Great place for dogs out front while you sit on the great front porch. Very nice, quite street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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

Nearby Butler Beach

Large, immaculate, well equipped property with great upper deck and fun history.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula C., Fort White,Fl

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

Beach

Absolutely beautiful place. Close to beach, quiet peaceful place. O now I wish I could have stayed longer our pups love to freedom of the fenced yard. Will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Spacious and with outdoor balcony

It’s such a great house, well stocked kitchen and plenty of space. The 3 different outdoor spaces were fantastic. Easy walk to the beach. We had a nice time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Family vacation

The cottage was wonderful! Loved the garage for storing the beach equipment and the rooftop area was a plus! Short walk to the beach made it more delightful! Home was clean and a/c worked great! Host always responded within minutes! Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Byron M.

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

Cozy

The property is located at in a wonderful quiet neighborhood with easy beach access. The house was spacious and clean. We wish we could have stayed for longer than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Mermaid house

House was very clean. Neighborhood was nice and quiet. Very close to the beach. We loved the decor of the house. Mattresses were comfortable. We will definitely be returning. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H., Florida

Old friends

We had a nice relaxing time, very comfortable and cute.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Great house in a nice area

Clean, neat, and well-equipped house. Easy access to the beach on foot or bike. Close to plenty of pet-friendly restaurants. We will choose this property again. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

kerri d.

Perfect little vacay

My kids and I had an absolute awesome time. The cottage was quaint yet spacious. It was great having a fenced area for the dogs to play off leash. Very short walk to the beach too. We really enjoyed the upper deck at night. Uber was only $10 to go to historic st. Augustine! Mrs. Reeves is super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Victoria K.

Great Beach House

This beach house was amazing! I couldn’t have picked out a better location for my renewal ceremony! From the time we walked into the house, it felt like our 2 home. From the layout of the house, to the decorations and the outside area, this house was perfect! Thanks for everything!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Perfect Winter Beach Trip

We met our daughter and grand kids from Orlando at this adorable cottage. Just two blocks from an uncrowded section of beach, we walked, rode the bikes provided, and enjoyed the nearby old town of St. Augustine. The house had a fence for our dogs, and plenty of out door spaces for us to spread out and enjoy. The furniture was comfy and the place was impeccably clean. The owner is super nice to deal with. The whole experience was fantastic.

About the host

Hosted by Deborah Reeves

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George & Deborah live in the mountains of NC. George just retired from a career as a general contractor and still uses his skills to remodel and maintain our homes. He is an accomplished musician and can be found playing often in St. Augustine. He is also a wood worker and bee keeper. Deborah recently retired from decades of owning salon/spas, is an avid gardner, stained glass artist and assistant bee keep. We live a sustainable lifestyle in our 100+ year old farmhouse in the mountains of Cashiers, NC.

Why they chose this property

George and I love the beach. We were both raised on east coast beaches and although we love living in the mountains of NC, we missed the coast. We always dreamed of owning a beach house. We've spent many hours and dreams designing and redesigning the quintessential beach get-away. We believe that we have created that special place to retreat, relax and recharge....the perfect 'memory building' spot to share with family, grandchildren and friends.
We have also found it very satisfying to restore and keep some of the original beach cottages close to as they were only much more modern and comfortble. So many of these cottages are being replaced with large tall homes and although they are beautiful we appreciate the beach as we remember it . And we are happy to be sharing it with you and your family and pets.

What makes this property unique

We love grabbing a beach chair and just walking the short distance to the beach ramp.....less than 3 minutes. The ramp is built over the dunes and we enjoy looking at the plantings and creatures that live in the dunes. The beach is one of the widest on the east coast and we are always awed by it. It's a casual beach which we find very relaxing. Pets are allowed on a leash and we enjoy watching people and their pets. We are so close to Dtwn St. Augustine , the oldest city in the U.S. It takes minutes to drive Dtwn and enjoy all the site seeing, shops, architecture and great dining. We are always passing ghost tours and one of these days I'm going to take one. I highly recommend taking the trolley tour of DT.

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English

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