Located on the northeastern coast of Florida, St. Augustine is known to be the oldest city in the nation. The city has a historical appeal with brick-lined streets and old European-inspired architecture. The oldest masonry fort of the continental US, Castillo de San Marcos, is a must-visit. An impressive collection of arts is displayed at Lightner Museum while you can delve into more history at the Colonial Quarter of the old town. See the oldest standing brick architecture of the city, St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. If you are fond of oddities, you have to visit Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum. St. Augustine is not only about history, it has a long stretch of Atlantic coastline, boasting beautiful beaches such as Crescent Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Vilano Beach, and North Beach. Check out the best beach house rentals in St. Augustine, Florida, for your next coastal holiday.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on May 20, 2024.
1. Third-floor penthouse with a view of the ocean (from USD 125)
This spectacular penthouse apartment is located a few steps away from the quiet Vilano Beach. The interior is quite interesting and the light color theme perfectly contrasts with the beach décor. There is a spacious bedroom with a king-sized bed that overlooks the ocean. You can relax and watch the sun rising right from the comfort of your bed. There are a small kitchenette and a cozy seating area. The small balcony of this apartment also comes with an amazing view.
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the free wifi speed was fastthe air conditioning was quick & efficientthe room had a great view of the ocean and had all the amenities you could wantthis is a wonderful place to stay with a view of the ocean from the bedthe patio is pleasant for drying off after you use the private outdoor showerCleanliness:
spotless quiet and super comfortableHost:
david was a very nice host that answered many of my questionsdavid answered the phone quickly when we called and was very helpful with our questionsand above all else the host is the bestthis was a beautiful place and the hosts were very responsive to any issues that we hadawesome penthouse apartment steps to beautiful beach good for romantic stay for a couple wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just steps from the beachthis condo is in the perfect location just a walk through the dunes and you're on the beachthis is a great place close to the beachexactly as described so cute perfect location perfect for couplegreat place to stay for a quick trip or extended vacation
2. Small, rustic beach house
This small beach house is located right on North Beach, providing an unbeatable view. It was built in the 30s to 40s and was moved from its original location after Hurricane Dora in the year 1964. The cozy house has two bedrooms with queen-sized and bunk beds. The master bedroom offers a direct view of the ocean. Its living area has a dining space in one corner and a kitchen on the other side. There is a spacious outside deck which offers a charming view of the Atlantic Ocean.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
3.78 km (2.4 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentAccommodates: 6
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we also appreciated the outdoor showers large deck and grillwe are a family of 5 and we were very comfortable and had plenty of spacethe kids loved the out door shower and tv in the bedroomCleanliness:
it was very clean and well equippedvery clean and had all the basics needed for a truly pleasant stayit is charming a bit wonky and cleanHost:
cindy was an excellent hostthey were friendly as welland cindy is a great hostamazing little beach front house we really enjoyed our stay and cindy was a great hostcindy was very responsive and did her best to get things fixed as quickly as possibleRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to stlocation location location great value for such a great locationsuch a great locationthe location of the house is honesty incrediblethe location is great only mins from downtown but feels like you are hours
3. Quaint oceanfront cottage with a large deck
The beautiful cottage is excellent for a quiet romantic vacation for a couple. It is located just outside the main town, on a deserted beach. It has an authentic rustic feel with its wooden walls and matching décor. The cozy living room has a giant window that offers a direct view of the sea. The bedroom is bright and spacious and comes with a king-sized bed. Its big deck is one of the best places to enjoy the serenity of the uncrowded beach.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
3.9 km (2.5 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentSuperhostAccommodates: 2
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we loved the fact the cottage has no tvthe ac is great room darkening shades (for that sunrisegood chairs tables big beach umbrella availablethere was no television or wifi access at the cottage which is the perfect way to unplugthis place is truly magical the cottage was inviting comfortable and peacefulCleanliness:
very clean rustic but not old or dated feelingit is clean comfortable has all that you need--and nothing you don't --and again is right on the oceanHost:
greg is a great hostgreg was a great host and made us feel so welcomethe owners were super nice when i needed to send them a quick messagegreg and patty are wonderful hostswill visit again the host and his wife were wonderfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazinggreat beach locationgreat location away from the touristy beach and not to far from downtownvery comfortable place to stay close to everythingit's super private but a 15 minute walk gets you around the action too
4. Cottage-style apartment on Vilano Beach (from USD 119)
This cute apartment is just a short walk away from the beach. It is located within a fenced ground with lots of open space. The interior is quite amazing and quaint, with the bright colored furniture combining perfectly with the white walls. This property’s bedroom has a queen-sized bed for two. A comfortable living area and a small kitchenette can also be used as part of your stay. The patio has a spacious area to sit or dine while looking out at the beautiful garden.
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very cozy lovely decorated home loved the patio and courtyard beautiful plants and flowersbeautiful personal touches in every room in the cottage it felt our home away from homechoose the seaglass and you won’t be disappointed tiare’s cottage is beautiful cozy quaint and very comfortablewe felt quite welcome and comfortablewould definitely recommend to anyone in the area it's a small cozy place for twoCleanliness:
super clean and nicely decoratedthe apartment is beautifully decorated and spotlessly cleanthe place was super clean and we enjoyed the decorthe space is clean and lovely with well clever details throughoutcozy clean right by the beach and some tasty restaurantsHost:
tiare is a great hostour host was super friendly and available for any questions throughout our staythanks to great hoststiare is a very thoughtful hosttiare was a wonderful informative hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the place and location are amazingsuch a cute place close enough to walk to the beach and a short drive to downtowngreat price location and placethe location was central to everything you’d want to experience and enjoyreally impressed we were a one minute walk to the beach and centrally located
5. Lavish duplex cottage with a historical feel (from USD 145)
This bright and cheerful house, originally from 1935, is located very close to the beach. Its huge windows invite lots of natural sunlight. The house has an interesting sea-themed interior, where bright and pastel colors excellently complement with white walls. One of the bedrooms even has wooden walls that give the house a real tropical feel. The huge living area is beautiful; it has a great view of the outdoors from its floor-to-ceiling windows. There is also a dining area in the living space where you can enjoy your freshly prepared meals. The kitchen is in a separate area, along with a breakfast table. Hang out in the open areas including a patio with a sitting and dining area. The cozy back garden has a lavish couch and barbeque grill.
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lovely apartment with an amazing back deck that has a bit of an ocean viewcomfortable accommodations with a nice private courtyardbeds were comfy & bathroom with natural light was really nice as wellonly areas to improve for me would be to maybe update a bit of the a/c unitthanks again gayla for providing us with the perfect apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment itself was decorated really nice and cleanthe beach was incredibly clean and everyone we met very friendlyit was decorated with a homey yet relaxing vibe and was extremely cleanthe rugs could use some updating soon too but everything still felt cleanit was adorable & awesome it was spotlessHost:
such an amazing host but a lot of care and effort into her locationsgayla was so helpful with the questions we hadgayla is a fabulous hostgayla was super-communicative throughout and also reachable and helpful when we had questionsgayla was an amazing host and we look forward to coming back and visiting charming st augustine againRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location to explore stit was located basically right on the beach and super close to down town stit's in the perfect locationbeautiful spot for a vacation close proximity to the beachgreat spot close to the beach in saint augustine
6. Two-bedroom beach house near downtown (from USD 400)
Imagine living in a spacious house right on the beach, not far away from the historic downtown. Well, this charming home can fulfill this particular dream of yours. This house stands right on Villano Beach. The open-plan living room with a dining room and a kitchen is huge and full of natural light. The two bedrooms have king-sized and single beds, along with the queen-pullout sofa it can accommodate a group of six. There is a screened porch on the front side of the house that offers an excellent view of the sea.
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cozy cottage in the perfect locationCleanliness:
house was very clean comfortable and had everything we neededthe house had appropriate beach decor and was generally cleanthe house was clean and suited our family perfectlyvery clean house in the perfect locationHost:
the owner was very accommodating and easy to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect; close to shopping restaurants and just minutes to historic downtown saint augustinegreat location wonderful house uncrowded beach and just a pleasant experience overallbut the house is lovely and the location is gloriousoverall: very good great location nice feel to the home
7. Three-bedroom oceanfront villa for a group (from USD 242)
The three-bedroom villa is located in a quiet secluded corner of the town. It is located very close to the beach, of which the patio offers an excellent view. The apartment has three bedrooms with different kinds of beds. It can accommodate a huge group of at least 11 to 12 people. There is a huge open-plan living area. The patio has several seating options to enjoy the bliss of the outdoors.
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the beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
we found the place easily the house was clean and well appointedvery comfortable and clean and convenient without being in a busy areait was clean well-maintained well-provisioned and well-locatedit has everything you need it is extremely clean and is right on the beachHost:
the property manager was friendly and answered questions promptlyvery responsive property ownerthe owner was so good to work with and always replied very promptly when we contacted himthe managers were awesome we had the threat of an approaching hurricane and they were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for everything in vilano beachgreat location on the oceanthe house is nice and very close to the beachgreat location at vilano beach-house is on the beach with easy access to st
8. Newly renovated two-bedroom dwelling on the beach (from USD 844)
The beautiful oceanfront house is very close to the historic downtown. You are to have your own private beach at your disposal in the backyard. The two bedrooms of this house can accommodate a group of five. The open-plan living area with a kitchen and dining opens onto the beautiful back patio. There are seating and dining arrangements on the patio if you want to dine with the view of the ocean.
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beds are very comfortable kitchen has everything you need and the washer/dryer are state of the artHost:
we loved our stay and the management was professional and attentiveowner is very engaged and very helpfulthe house itself is stunning and comfortable the owner just wonderful i can not recommend this place enoughRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and just the right size housethe house location the beach everything was perfectthis beach house is stunning the water is so close and the beach is very privategreat location to recharge and watch amazing sunrises dolphin pods and pelicansthis property is outstanding you are right on the ocean the closest you can get
9. Huge beach property for a large group (from USD 519)
This lavish five-bedroom home is located right near Vilano Beach. The living area has a number of huge glass windows, which offer an excellent view of the surrounding area. Its five bedrooms have assorted beds, fit to accommodate a group of 14 people. The master bedroom is attached to a charming balcony that offers an excellent view of the Atlantic Ocean.
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two families shared the house tons of roomshort path to the beach nice pool plenty of space grocery store across the street and stCleanliness:
house was clean and provided plenty of linensclean looks exactly as it's advertised close to the beach and amazing restaurants and fun activitiesHost:
we were so please with the flexibility that the owners extended to us for an early arrivali only have a few personal suggestions for the owners but otherwise absolutely perfect home away from homeRead more reviewsLocation:
pool beach location house all greatthe location and people are great we will definitely be back again next yearwalkway to beautiful beach for great morning walks with dogsthis home has an amazing location and everything a large family or multiple families would needeasy walk to the beach and publix
A historical coastal town
The charming town of St. Augustine is a treasure trove of experiences. After you’ve checked out the historical attractions, you can also try water adventures such as surfing, parasailing, fishing, and diving. To explore this town and stay in comfort, book one of these stunning beach house rentals!
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