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Beachfront Retreat

Beachfront vacation home near St. Augustine Beach

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Place, St. Augustine Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

On the beach.Stay at this St. Augustine vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Augustine Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Butler Beach. Matanzas River and Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Butler Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Anastasia State Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • St. George Street - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Flagler College - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beachcomber - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Retreat

Athena by the Sea is a single-level beachfront home designed for relaxed coastal living and easy family getaways. Located directly on St. Augustine Beach, this three-bedroom, two-bath home offers unobstructed views of the sand, sea, and sky, along with a private walkway that leads straight from the backyard to the beach.

Inside, the home features a modern open floor plan that brings everyone together. The living area and dining space both enjoy ocean views, making it easy to gather for movie nights, shared meals, or simply watching the waves roll in. The kitchen is fully equipped for home cooking and opens naturally to the main living space, keeping the group connected throughout the stay.

All three bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged on one level for convenience, and the two full bathrooms provide comfort and functionality for families or small groups. A full-size washer and dryer are available in the home, and all bed and bath linens are provided for your stay.

One of the highlights of Athena by the Sea is the screened-in back porch, furnished with ample seating and positioned to capture views in both directions along the shoreline. Whether enjoying a morning coffee or unwinding in the evening, the porch creates the feeling of having your own private stretch of beach.

With driveway parking and a prime beachfront setting, Athena by the Sea delivers comfort, simplicity, and true oceanfront living.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

102196

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachfront Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 13 mi (30-min drive) away from the St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beachfront Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beachfront Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachfront Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachfront Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beachfront Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beachfront Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront Retreat to downtown St. Augustine?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from St. Augustine.

Beachfront Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., Valrico

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and we certainly enjoyed the boardwalk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home was in a great location. Close to lots of shops and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Williston FL

Liked: Cleanliness
We appreciated the location with private beach access and quite community!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irwin

Liked: Cleanliness
No complaints. We all enjoyed our stay. I would stay there again. Well equipped. Adding a gas grill would be nice. Our dog loved the screened porch. Nice walk way to the dunes and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara F., Inverness, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding beach house. It was welcoming and comfortable. It was just perfect. Marty the homeowner was a wonderful host and answered all my questions. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a quick check in and the stay was amazing! The kitchen has everything you need! We had 4 adults and 2 kids. It’s a perfect location to downtown and there was a dollar general and Winn Dixie close by! Marty’s house was so clean and very home feeling! We will definitely be staying again with him! The sunsets and sunrises from this house were breathtaking!
Sunset over the house.
The boardwalk going to the ocean from the house.
The turtle living in the backyard.
Sunset over the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

glynn j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property,clean, on quiet circle drive neighborhood tucked back in corner with private walkway to beach. Beach little crowded on weekend, but during week fine. Anastasia island has everything you need. Many excellent restaurants,grocery,surf shops, ebike rentals,ice cream and mini golf among other things. We never left the island. Wish I could move back here. Love St Aug.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

shane s.

Liked: Cleanliness
All good here everything good
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed our stay! The house was just the right size for our family and we especially enjoyed the screened in porch. The walk to the beach was much shorter than the picture shows, which was a nice surprise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Only Beach Trip

We loved our stay the only problem we had was the long walk to the beach. It was so difficult for 3 of my family members due to age 76, 77, & 78
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house on the beach was nice, clean, and very comfortable. It was very close to the ocean. My daughter and I had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie P., Forsyth, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home. Well stocked and the neighborhood was quiet. We enjoyed the private walk out to the beach. Coffee and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice oceanfront home, in a quiet neighborhood

Home was close to grocery, some good eateries, and only a short drive to St Augustine. House was clean - which is always important to me. Ceiling fans are out on the lanai/porch area to use when its warmer outside. Cable is provided, but owners need to provide a list of available channels, so you don't have to hunt for them. Also access to streaming channels to use with your own accounts. The bedding in my opinion needs to be updated. The king size room mattress was too hard to sleep on, so after the first night I moved to the other bedroom and though that one was smaller, it was more comfortable.Plenty of furniture in the living room to gather, good sized dining table for families and enough parking outside for a few cars. Enjoyed walking on the beach and just hanging out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Roaches everywhere! Cute but dirty

Living in FL I know you find a roach in the cleanest house from time to time but that is not what this is! Big ones, little ones, alive, dead, crawling on the ceiling! But it's not hard to see why. The lockbox was set to combo when we arrived, so the house was unlocked. The house stunk because there were nasty full trash cans in the garage. There was water sitting in the bottom of the dishwasher. The AC intake, the walls in the kitchen and all the air vents had thick black dust all over them. The sheets smelled like it hadn't been washed recently and the pillows were gross! There were hair balls rolling around the house and the back porch was black with dirt. The box springs had shredded by someone's cat. The direct beach access they advertise is a buried staircase and 20' climb over protected sand dunes that are posted with NO ACCESS signs. Here is why I am telling you all of this, besides feeling ripped off for paying a pet & cleaning fee when I had to clean! The management company that rents the house started a figure pointing game when I asked expressed my unhappiness with its cleanliness, stating the owner had her only cleaning and maintenance. The listing states plainly that they clean and maintain the properties they rent. The cleaners they sent didn't speak English and didn't come back like they said they would on their Google translator! My contract was with the management company. Management co, the owner- either way no one is taking care of this house!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott H., Landis nc

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Great location great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Nice and relaxing. I like staying on the beach. This had a private walk way and a benches where you can sit and enjoy watching the waves! Nice grassy area in back yard for 2 small pup's to walk and do their business as well,on a leash. Dunes are behind so didnt want them running in there lol. Store is down the street so that was a perk . Short drive to town as well. Very well stocked (dishes, pots pans). Would recommend. Oh! Love the screened in porch!! It is the length of the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We loved the access to the beach. The drive to St Augustine was easy. Fantastic food in the area. The house itself has a great back porch with a view. The house was clean. The beds were fine. The neighborhood was quiet. We plan to come back and highly recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW B., Stephens City, VA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Pleased

We stayed here for Christmas week. Very Pleased with the property. We will stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin E., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation Home

"Home" was perfect for combined familes' birthday celebrations. Property was as listed - comfortable size, bright and airy, well stocked kitchen. Large screened porch made up for restricted ocean view. Nice residential neighborhood. Quick access to prettiest beach on Florida east coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lori D.

Best privacy spot!

Everything was good, Dora was the best she answered all of my questions, the house was nice & only a short walk to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation spot

We had the pleasure of staying at this adorable beachfront property, and it was truly a delightful experience from start to finish. The combination of the prime beachfront location, the charming property, and convenience to grocery stores, restaurants, etc. made for a memorable and relaxing getaway. I highly recommend this beachfront escape to anyone looking for a perfect beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024