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Renovated 1920 Craftman - Historic DT 2 Blocks – Vilano Beach only 3Mi & St Aug Beach 5Mi
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m
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Saint Augustine, FL
- Place, Flagler College4 min walk
- Place, St. George Street9 min walk
- Place, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument12 min walk
- Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Back - Queen w/Private Door to Hall Bath
1 Queen Bed
Front - King with Private Bath
1 King Bed
Middle - King with Private Bath
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Front off Bedroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Hall Bath with Private door to Bedroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Middle Off Bedroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Renovated 1920 Craftman - Historic DT 2 Blocks – Vilano Beach only 3Mi & St Aug Beach 5Mi
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 and a deadlock
About the area
St. Augustine
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown Historic District, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Anastasia State Park and Vilano Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider World Golf Village, or check out an event or a game at Flagler College Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Saint Augustine, FL
What's nearby
- Flagler College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- St. George Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Ponce de Leon Hotel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Georgie's Diner - 7 min walk
- Ann O'Malleys - 9 min walk
- St Augustine & Seafood Company - 10 min walk
- San Sebastian Winery - 8 min walk
- Columbia Restaurant - 10 min walk
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15 March 2026
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Mark H.
24 November 2025
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Richard W.
2 March 2026
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Chris C.
26 March 2026
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Sally N.
24 March 2026
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David P.
3 January 2026
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Melanie O.
18 November 2025
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Jennifer R.
12 August 2025
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Douglas C.
26 January 2026
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doug p.
26 October 2025
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Jessica F.
3 December 2025
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Juliet Y.
18 November 2025
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Carol M.
30 December 2025
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Carol M.
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Ryan B.
17 March 2025
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Beautiful and great location
Ryan B.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good
Elizabeth W.
11 January 2026
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Elizabeth W.
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Mirtha V.
10 January 2025
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Amazing!
Mirtha V.
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Crystal B.
19 December 2024
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Fabulous
Crystal B.
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10/10 Excellent
Rosemary M.
8 January 2025
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Wonderful House
Rosemary M.
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10/10 Excellent
Kathy S.
17 November 2024
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Fabulous Find and Fabulous Location
Kathy S.
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8/10 Good
Melissa D.
1 April 2025
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Beautiful Home in St Augustine
Melissa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
mike b.
30 March 2026
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mike b.
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Josh J.
18 March 2026
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About the host
Hosted by Linda Bayles
My name is Linda Bayles, and I've been a Realtor in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine area, ranking in the Top 1% of Agents since 1998. In 2005, I stumbled upon a 1926 beach house on St. Augustine Beach, and it sparked a passion to create vacation spaces for large extended families - a place where brothers, sisters, cousins, grandparents, uncles, and aunts can comfortably come together to reconnect and enjoy each other away from the demands of the outside world. Coming from a big family of 5 children, as does my husband Brad, some of my fondest memories are when we all got together to simply hang out for 3 or 4 days. The little ones always come up with a play, and the adults gather in the kitchen, passing down family recipes and playing games. Our favorite is Rummikub, and I make sure there's one in each house. Once you experience it, I hope it becomes a cherished part of your St. Augustine stay.
So, I bought that 1926 Craftsman at 2 1st Lane, 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 four homes on one Oceanfront lot just 9 streets north at 2 9th Street. I spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages, ranging from 1 to 6 bedrooms, accommodating 2 to 19 or a total of 35 if you rent them all - ideal for family reunions. The best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the "Best Beach." No cars. The ocean right at your door. Wide with great sand to make Sand Castles. And Great Restaurants within walking distance. It's amazing!
Then I discovered the charm of Downtown St. Augustine. At night, it is like strolling in an old European city. So in 2016, I renovated and moved into the Main House on Lemon Street and renovated four more Downtown Vacation Rentals: The Guesthouse behind Lemon (sleeping 2 -14) and the Historic Lady and Guesthouse at 28 Riberia, just 2 streets south (also sleeping 2 -14). Both are an easy walking distance from St. George Street, the center of Historic Downtown with all the Restaurants, Sights, and Music. It has been great for Downtown Weddings, with the Bride taking one house and the Groom the other.
And now, after 1.5 years, I have finished my final project at 28 Saragossa, just 2 blocks away. This is a magnificent 1885 three-story Victorian. I will live in two units and have two 1-bedroom units that will sleep 4 each available for Guests.That makes my home (the Lemon Street Retreat) available (3 BD/3 BA sleeps 6) separately or with the Lemon Guesthouse where it would sleep 20 combined. Together with Riberia and Saagossa, that gives 42 Guests in a 2 street radious. Please come join me.
My Goal is to provide the best vacation location possible. I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to reach out to me anytime. I am always avaiable.
At your service,
Linda Bayles
PS: I am also a Realtor, so if you fall in love with the area as much as I did, I would love to help. I work primarily as a Buyer's 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, and I believe it's significant. Just ask yourself one question, "Would I want the other side's Attorney to represent me?" No! That's it in a nutshell, but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing 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 will give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping." We can see about 4 properties per hour, and you have me as long as it takes. Looking forward to it!
So, I bought that 1926 Craftsman at 2 1st Lane, 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 four homes on one Oceanfront lot just 9 streets north at 2 9th Street. I spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages, ranging from 1 to 6 bedrooms, accommodating 2 to 19 or a total of 35 if you rent them all - ideal for family reunions. The best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the "Best Beach." No cars. The ocean right at your door. Wide with great sand to make Sand Castles. And Great Restaurants within walking distance. It's amazing!
Then I discovered the charm of Downtown St. Augustine. At night, it is like strolling in an old European city. So in 2016, I renovated and moved into the Main House on Lemon Street and renovated four more Downtown Vacation Rentals: The Guesthouse behind Lemon (sleeping 2 -14) and the Historic Lady and Guesthouse at 28 Riberia, just 2 streets south (also sleeping 2 -14). Both are an easy walking distance from St. George Street, the center of Historic Downtown with all the Restaurants, Sights, and Music. It has been great for Downtown Weddings, with the Bride taking one house and the Groom the other.
And now, after 1.5 years, I have finished my final project at 28 Saragossa, just 2 blocks away. This is a magnificent 1885 three-story Victorian. I will live in two units and have two 1-bedroom units that will sleep 4 each available for Guests.That makes my home (the Lemon Street Retreat) available (3 BD/3 BA sleeps 6) separately or with the Lemon Guesthouse where it would sleep 20 combined. Together with Riberia and Saagossa, that gives 42 Guests in a 2 street radious. Please come join me.
My Goal is to provide the best vacation location possible. I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to reach out to me anytime. I am always avaiable.
At your service,
Linda Bayles
PS: I am also a Realtor, so if you fall in love with the area as much as I did, I would love to help. I work primarily as a Buyer's 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, and I believe it's significant. Just ask yourself one question, "Would I want the other side's Attorney to represent me?" No! That's it in a nutshell, but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing 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 will give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping." We can see about 4 properties per hour, and you have me as long as it takes. Looking forward to it!
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