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.
Outdoor adventures to try:
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park: Alligators, rare birds, reptiles, and cute monkeys are easy to spot here. Adventurers can even zipline through the treetops or climb the thrilling Python Challenge adventure tower, all while viewing daily interactive wildlife activities. Also, don’t miss the exciting alligator feeding event, where you may see these huge reptiles in action.
St. Augustine Eco Tours: It provides an amazing experience across the seas around the city. You’ll tour marshes and waterways with dedicated naturalists. Popular tours include dolphin watching with underwater microphones and kayaking/sailing trips.
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 October 26, 2025.
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1. Third-floor penthouse with a view of the ocean (from USD 468)
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.
The rental has a small kitchenette and a cozy seating area. The small balcony of this apartment also comes with an amazing view.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
3.03 km (1.9 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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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 hostLocation:
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 vacationCleanliness:
spotless quiet and super comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
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 shower
2. Cottage-style apartment on Vilano Beach (from USD 203)
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.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
3.11 km (2.0 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentAccommodates: 2
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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 hostLocation:
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 locatedCleanliness:
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 restaurantsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
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 two
3. Small, rustic beach house (from USD 1236)
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: 5
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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 possibleLocation:
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 hoursCleanliness:
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 cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
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 bedroom
4. Quaint oceanfront cottage with a large deck (from USD 295)
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 MonumentAccommodates: 2
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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 wonderfulLocation:
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 tooCleanliness:
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 oceanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
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 peaceful
5. Lavish duplex cottage with a historical feel (from USD 119)
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.
Saint Augustine, Florida, United States
3.16 km (2.0 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentAccommodates: 4
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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 againLocation:
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 augustineCleanliness:
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 spotlessRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
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 apartment
6. Huge beach property for a large group
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.
St.Augustine, Florida, United States
2.55 km (1.6 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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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 homeLocation:
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 publixCleanliness:
house was clean and provided plenty of linensclean looks exactly as it's advertised close to the beach and amazing restaurants and fun activitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
two families shared the house tons of roomshort path to the beach nice pool plenty of space grocery store across the street and st
7. House with a pool for 12 guests
This listing is a 2400-sq. ft (222 sqm) home that can accommodate 12 people. It is a beach house with four bedrooms, each with its own tv and three stocked bathrooms. It was built in 1936 using cypress wood and still retains the original flooring! There is a large pool in the backyard, along with gas grills and outdoor furniture.
If you prefer the beach, however, you don’t have to go much farther as it is located right on the beach. Pets are more than welcome here.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
6.68 km (4.2 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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brad the property manager was always helpful for any concerns or questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
super close to all that sti wholeheartedly recommend this location for any extended family vacationbeautiful home and locationthe location of the property was perfect everything we needed was available and house was amazing
8. Fabulous rental right on the beach
One of the best features about this listing, other than the fact that it is located right on the beach, is that it has an open floor plan that allows you to see the Atlantic Ocean from any part of the house. It has minimal furniture which allows air to flow freely between windows making sure that the air inside is as fresh as outside.
It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms making it able to sleep eight people comfortably, and it comes with a balcony which is perfect for sunbathing.
St Augustine, Florida, United States
7.2 km (4.5 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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owner was very responsivethe owner was very easy to work withphil (the owner) was so helpful in making sure that we had everything we neededphil the owner was super helpful and flexible with our timehighly recommend this propertyLocation:
walk to yummy food/drinksthis is a beautiful property in a great locationlocation was great to allow us beach access and easy ride to the downtown areawithin walking distance to great restaurants putt putt golf etca short walk over the grass yard leads you to the beautiful sugar sand beachCleanliness:
can't say enough good things about this beach front property but here goes: clean and comfygreat experience and owner had the perfect amount of communicationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfy living room with entertainment tv and internet optionsthe covered porch and open deck was wonderfulthe water view is fantasticwhat a tremendous beach house beautiful ocean view from the second floor deckplenty of space and very well cared for
9. Gorgeous rental close to the beach
This listing is only a short, three-minute walk to the beach. It is 950 sq. ft (88 sqm) but can easily accommodate four people in its two bedrooms. Although it is small, it has high ceilings which make it look more open and bigger. The interiors have been well decorated and offer a pleasant, clean ambience. It is a new place, constructed in 2014, and is located at the end of the road. Therefore, it does not get much traffic.
If you want to pursue a few recreational activities like fishing, or surfing, you don’t have to travel far!
St Augustine Beach, Florida, United States
7.22 km (4.5 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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john and pat were perfect hosts tooowners are extremely accommodating as wellsuch a comfortable home away from home with every possible vacation need thought of by the ownerspositive- beautiful home very clean cons- owners live on property and home is connected to the vacation homethe beach was nearby and easily accessibleLocation:
property and location was great for us and the kidsgreat location to the beach and st augustine historic district and everywhere elsewe loved the proximity to a beautiful wide hard-packed beach wonderful for walking which is what we came forwe were in town for a wedding and enjoyed not being closer to the beachthe carriage house was perfect for our family get together we loved the location steps to beach and restaurantsCleanliness:
very clean - very comfortablebeautiful immaculately clean beach houseit was clean well furnished and nicely decoratedclean and stocked with all you need for vacation funit was well appointed and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wifi and tvs were very goodthe house itself is very comfortable new appliances very quiet nice streetit had all of the proper utensils and comforts of home and modern applianceswe thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the sea estathe house had a nice open floor plan
10. Well-appointed beach house with lanai
This listing is located right on the beach! Inside you’ll find bright, modern décor and views of the beach from every room, which prove that here you would never truly be able to leave the beach. Right outside, there is a covered lanai with the furniture you can just lounge in, listening to music or reading a book.
In front of the house, you’ll find lawn chairs that are strategically positioned so you can enjoy the sounds of the beach without having to ever leave the house! It can accommodate six guests.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
6.84 km (4.3 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Host:
thanks again for being such a gracious hostlinda made sure that all our needs were metevery restaurant suggested was excellent9:30 checkout is a little early but called linda and she approved our staying until 10:00amit is a one story with 2 great patios front and backLocation:
the location can't be beatenterrific location exactly as described a short walk on boardwalk over dunes to lovely beacha cute 2 bedroom 2 bath close to beach and great restaurantsthe location is one of the best on stit was in a perfect locationCleanliness:
the beach area was very clean soft sand and not too crowdedthe cottage was super clean and decorated very nicelybeing clean freaks we found ourselves improving on the condition of the kitchen after we moved inRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
loved the house nice amenitieswe had a fabulous time in this cottagewe had the best experience during our stay at this cottagethe covered patios were also a nice touch and we utilized the grill as wellgreat restaurants and coffee shops were in easy walking distance
11. Fabulous dwelling for six guests
This listing is a two-bedroom house that can comfortably accommodate six guests. It has a large deck on the top floor which has stunning views of the ocean, just a one-minute walk away. This deck also serves as an outdoor patio and has the furniture you can enjoy while basking in the sun. It hits the location jackpot as it is close to 13 restaurants and is only a short distance from all the shops you may need.
The hosts have made sure that the interiors are cutely decorated with bright colours and comfortable furniture because they want it to be your home away from home.
St Augustine, Florida, United States
6.46 km (4.1 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Host:
we loved that the owners were so pet friendlythe owners are there for you but we did not need to call because everything was perfectthe owners are very pleasant and morgan who watches over the place was exceptionally pleasantwe were greeted by manager morgan who was so friendly helpful and ensured we had everything we neededthe available beach gear with the cart was an added bonusLocation:
loved being close to everythingmany good restaurants within walking distancelocated just a few steps from the ocean a perfect place to vacationwe will be back loved everything about the house and locationit was nice to be so close to old stCleanliness:
house is very clean very homey/well decoratedthe high tide was clean and well cared forclose to the beach clean and very comfortablebeautiful beach house very nicely decorated to give you that beachy feelRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great amenities and very comfortable beach chairs umbrellas and boogie boards all provide too loved itthe apartment is nicely decorated and has pretty much all the amenities you'd wantbeds were very comfortablewe loved the house with the decknot a big deal in the grand scheme of things
12. Pet-friendly home for a bigger family
Ideal for eight guests, this pet-friendly accommodation is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom beach house that looks out the St. Augustine inlet into the open sea. It was originally home to one of the best sculptors in the area but has been recently renovated.
Its master bedroom has large French doors that open up into a gorgeous private patio. It is a larger accommodation as it is about 2900 sq. ft (270 sqm).
St Augustine, Florida, United States
293 meters (0.2 ft) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Host:
enjoyed everything this wonderful home had to offerevery room has been decorated beautifully--this is a home that has been designed with amazing carei highly recommend this propertyhad nice time at housea bonus to it all is that one can admire the work of the sculptor throughout the houseLocation:
beautiful best location in townwithin walking distance to all the downtown attractionswalking distance to town and great restaurantslots of character in a perfect locationgreat home close to shopping and diningCleanliness:
it is very clean and updatedbeautiful clean peaceful settingwhen we arrived we were very impressed with the cleanliness of the houseclean super comfortable unbeatable locationmy two teenagers and our little dog loved it tooRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
breathtaking views from the kitchen living room and master bedroomthe most amazing views from inside and outside perfect local amazing beds all the essentials providedthe home is furnished lovely and the views from the family room are stunningthe sculptor's house is both supremely lovely and very comfortablebeautiful view of the water
13. Laid-back summer abode
This beautiful two-story house can accommodate a large group of people for a luxurious beach holiday. There are five bedrooms that can accommodate a group of twelve people. The master bedroom, located on the second level, has a king-sized bed and boasts views of the water. The grand living room has wall-to-wall windows that offer excellent views of the ocean. It also features an open-plan living area with several couches, a kitchen, and a dining area.
The best part of this house is definitely the two oceanfront balconies. A private oceanfront outdoor pool is located on the front part of the house.
Saint Augustine, FL, US
2.76 km (1.8 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentAccommodates: 12
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy :
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rating details:the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulrating details:the property manager was very helpfulLocation:
great location to downtownthe location of the property is fantasticthe house was great and the location hard to beatreviewer comments:the location and property both were perfecti was very happy with the locationCleanliness:
the house itself is clean and cozythe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was cleanthe vacation rental was cleanoverall very happy with the house it is very clean and updatedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this house had comfortable accomodations stunning views and an elevator that we loved
14. Three-bedroom oceanfront villa for a group
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.
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
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Host:
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 helpfulLocation:
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 stCleanliness:
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 beachRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds were very comfortable
15. Newly renovated two-bedroom dwelling on the beach
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.
3.92 km (2.5 mi) from Castillo de San Marcos National MonumentAccommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
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 enoughLocation:
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 getRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beds are very comfortable kitchen has everything you need and the washer/dryer are state of the art
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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