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The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking

Cottage with kitchenette, 7-minute walk to St. George Street

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 423.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagler College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft Only By Request

1 King Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking

In full disclosure the Red Cottage is a 125 year old structure, built from lumber salvaged after the 1914 fire. It was used by a native Spaniard, Manuel Menendez, where he rolled cigars until the mid 1930's. It has its quirks and flaws but it's decor, warmth and persona are enchanting. Incredibly convenient and very accessible this is perfect for you if you love vintage.

It was converted to a one room studio with a small kitchen and bathroom. Rustic, quaint, cozy and charming ~ it was recently renovated but still maintains a touch of its history. The kitchen is equipped with a Keurig coffee machine and pods, cream & sugar, a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and normal kitchen necessities. Please note per the pictures, the bathroom is small and the shower can be a bit tight. A flagstone patio offers outside seating. Free off-street parking is available with lots of extra space for trailer, boat or a recreational vehicle.

The Cottage sits on a large piece of property behind a turn-of-the-century Victorian home (the property owner's rental) overlooking Castillo Drive, the entrance to the city. Francis Field, across the street, is the downtown dog park/event field. Less than 200 yards East is The Visitor Center, and City Gates. Castillo de San Marco (the fort) and Saint George Street are just beyond. Short drives take you to the beautiful beaches of Villano, Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach. On the way to the beach, stop by the Alligator Farm and the Historic St. Augustine Light House. For shopping, St. George street offers many lovely boutiques, and gift shops. Or choose from area outlet malls, farmer's markets, antique stores, etc.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Age restrictions for The Loft access.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Ample parking, shaded yard w/ some accessories.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays are supplied for patio smoking

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Ample parking, shaded yard w/ some accessories.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Augustine

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Uptown, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Old City Gates are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Fort Mose Historic State Park. World Golf Village and Potter's Wax Museum 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flagler College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lightner Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ann O'Malleys - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪St Augustine & Seafood Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking located?

Located in Uptown, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of San Sebastian River and St. George Street. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Flagler College are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 431 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mark d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cozy cottage within short walking distance of historic district. Has its own parking spot and an uncovered outdoor sitting area for enjoying an evening cocktail- which I did!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint little home. Clean and easy to access. Great location to downtown St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Machelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The host was very accommodating. Amendties were fine. Couldn't get TV to hook to internet. But we didn't need it we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

karen r.

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

Our stay

Perfect for a 2 night stay with our dog. Great walking distances to all sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald O.

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

Good deal

Great location for the price. Clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

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

St Augustine Seafood Festival

Perfect location. The Red Cottage isn't fancy, but has everything we needed. Location is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tera A.

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

Weekend Getaway

This is our second stay at the cottage. Perfect location to downtown with an inmate comfortable room to relax in at night. We also had a nightly visit from a friendly outdoor cat Harry that kept us company on the front patio.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cottage is just too adorable! We loved it. The location was perfect. It faces Castillo Ave. It is a 7 to 15 minute walk to the important places! We didn't use the kitchen much other than to make coffee with plenty of KCups and the fixin's, but it is a full kitchen. The bed was perfectly firm! The temperature inside when we arrived was perfectly cool. The AC did have a struggle with the heat index of 110 - 115 for a couple days. But the owner made sure to get us a couple fans to help with that which was a good send! Hilary, was an awesome owner. Communication was perfect and caring! I highly recommend renting this little red cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delightful_rae J.

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

Wonderful

It was an absolute wonderful stay! Loved the communication with the host! Very accommodating! The place was comfy and cozy! It was such a short walk to everything! It was a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location

Property was in the best location just a short walk to St. George St. Hosts were super hospitable and welcoming. Great place to stay in St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN K.

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

Quaint

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Perfect Location

Short walk to every where. Host was very accommodating. Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Weekend Stay

Enjoyed our weekend! The property was just as described, and a very convenient location. Check in was easy, will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely the cutest stay with everything near by and very quiet inside with the cottage being right by a very busy road! The owner was so sweet to us especially our 3 year old which Loved being there!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Cute Cottage

Stayed here for a wedding. Cottage was cozy and exactly what we needed for the short trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky H., Champlin, MN

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

Amazing Location, Great Stay!

The location of this cottage could not have been better, just a quick walk from downtown St. Augustine, no need for a car. The cottage itself had a lot of character and very comfy cozy. This host was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brenda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Unhappy

First of all, there was mowed above the window and the bathroom was very dangerous were 71 and 77 and it was built up on a wooden box with about a 3 inch place to put your feet. It was just very unhappy with the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

single traveler

convenient, clean, attentive host.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

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

Great Area

Stayed here many times. Jeremy and Hillary are great host. Property is in a perfect area. This place is more for a couple due to size, so is perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauri R.

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

Nights of Lights

Perfect location! The property is an easy walk to downtown St. Augustine and all the shops, restaurants, and attractions. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

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

Absolutely Perfect!!

The little red cottage is perfect for a weekend get away to STA!! We loved staying here, we walked to downtown, short drive to beach and our puppies loved the giant doggie park across the street!! We will be back!! Thank you Jeremy and Hillary, you both were awesome hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S., Owens Cross Roads, Alabama

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

Jim's review

The Red Cottage is a funky little property 10-15 minute walk to St George st. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

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

Perfect for us

Myself and my girlfriend were in town to go to a concert and celebrate her birthday, was the perfect place for that, super close to the historic district full of food and shops and to the amphitheater where we went to the concert. The place is absolutely adorable and would definitely stay there again if we found ourselves back in the area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

V L., Kissimmee, FL

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

Nice rustic

Short walk to historic center. Rustic old time feel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hilary

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