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Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown!

Apartment near Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine

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A balcony with wicker furniture, a potted plant, and a view of the beach and palm trees.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.
Interior
A room with a large window seat, a bottle of champagne, and glasses on a tray.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a pendant light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Bridge of Lions
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Davis Shores apartment, you'll find Tolomato River and Matanzas River. Bridge of Lions and Walker Charters are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bridge of Lions - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Anastasia Island Mini-Golf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • St. George Street - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Flagler College - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River & Fort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪St Augustine & Seafood Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saint - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown!

Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Private Sauna

A relaxing retreat awaits at this 1-bedroom, 1-bath St. Augustine vacation rental! The ‘Dolphin Bay Suite’ has an open living area, a pool and spa, and access to popular attractions. Ride the provided bicycles to Anastasia State Park or head downtown for shopping and waterfront dining! Back at the apartment, sip morning coffee or evening wine on the balcony and relish the sunset and breathtaking views of Dolphin Bay and the St. Augustine Inlet.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 king bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

MAIN FEATURES
- Smart TV w/ cable, dining bar
- Balcony, water views
- Outdoor dining areas, gas grill
- Wood-burning fire pit
- Sauna, 2 beach bicycles
- Private boat dock & lift (available upon request)
- 4 kayaks, stand-up paddleboards
- Fishing rods
- Beach chairs & towels, life vests
- Shared pool, spa & fenced backyard

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spices
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Blender, Crockpot, microwave, air fryer
- Toaster, toaster oven
- Water filter, ice maker

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, iron/board
- Washer/dryer (detergent provided)
- Trash bags, paper towels
- Hair dryer, complimentary toiletries

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)
- Homeowner on-site (next door)
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story unit on 2nd-floor, interior stairs required

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)
- Garage unavailable

-- THE LOCATION --

- 1 mile to downtown St. Augustine: shops, waterfront dining, museums
- 2 miles to St. Augustine Lighthouse & The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
- 2 miles to Anastasia State Park: Marsh Trail, Anastasia Watersports rentals, Anastasia Beach, Salt Run Beach, Salt Run & Atlantic Ocean access
- 57 miles to Jacksonville International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes; dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The homeowner lives on-site, in the next-door property with a separate entrance, and shares the spa, pool, and backyard; they may be present during your stay
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is on the back of the property facing the shared backyard, and 1 camera is on the homeowner’s next-door property facing their driveway entry area. These cameras are outward facing and record sound and video when activated by motion while guests are in residence
- This single-story unit on the 2nd floor requires using an interior spiral staircase to access
- The garage is not available for guest use
- The private boat dock and lift are available for use upon request

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
  • Note from host: A maximum of 1 pet is allowed.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

528415

Frequently asked questions

How close is Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! to the airport?

This apartment is 6.5 mi (23-min drive) away from the St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! to the beach?

This apartment is 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from St. Augustine Beach and 4.3 mi (20-min drive) from Vilano Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! to downtown St. Augustine?

This apartment is 1 mi away from St. Augustine.

Watch Dolphins: St Augustine Gem Near Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment, nice view, great location, great experience
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

seth t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Elevated furnishings, great views of the bay - saw plenty of dolphins. Very close to downtown while also being quiet / secluded. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Great place!

We had a great trip! Great place, great area/location and very responsive and gracious hosts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice lodging and neighborhood. Felt comfortable and safe going for walks. Within minutes to the historic district. Actually saw dolphins several times during our stay right in front of our building .Hosts were friendly and extremely accommodating and easy to work with.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts, great, quiet location, clean property - it's a great spot to be near enough to old town but far enough to be peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful vacation rental! The hosts are fantastic and the location is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was perfect for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

Great stays

Great location nice people
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is in top condition, kitchen is superb and overall exquisitely decorated! Mattress was great! The location looking out over Dolphin bay is excellent. The neighborhood was safe for walking and with very little traffic.The drive to old St Augustine was just a few minutes and if we weren't so senior, I would have been an easy walk. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful find. We really enjoyed our stay at the Dolphin Bay house. It was exactly as described and looked just like the photos. It was clean, generously sized, sweeping views of the bay with modern elements and a European feel. Amenities were plentiful. It is conveniently located within walking distance to all the downtown sites, plus a short drive to beaches in both directions. Hosts were superb—made sure we were taken care of during our visit—truly a 5-star standout experience and we highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Beautiful and close to everything

We loved our time at Dolphin Bay! The location is close to everything and the morning views are beautiful. Cannot thank Wolfgang, Miki and Blue Moon enough for their hospitality. We are looking forward to our next St Augustine adventure and do plan on staying here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Excellent Convenient Property!

Property was convenient to downtown and to the beaches! Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hobert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing. It was super clean, modern, well equipped and in a perfect location to downtown St. Augustine. The property owner was exceptional and so kind. It was neat to see the numerous dolphins and one leaped out of the water close to us as if to say hello. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Dolphin Beauty

This was the best experience we’ve ever had in a rental! This place is absolutely incredible exactly as advertised and wonderful wonderful owners of the property. The amenities were incredible the shower unbelievable the kitchen just amazing and the view of dolphins every morning. They have a pool and a hot tub kayaks. We grilled lobster on their grill and had an absolutely wonderful stay!! We thought it was too good to be true, but this place is absolutely amazing!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great location!

We were able to easily walk over the Bridge of Lions into St. Augustine. The view out of our window was fantastic, right on the inlet. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to St. Augustine.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely PERFECT! My wife and I were happy and impressed from the moment we arrived till the time we had to say goodbye until next time. Wolfgang and his wife were extremely helpful and are amazing people! I could not recommend this property more and we WILL be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Pleasant Stay

Great place. Wish there were more kitchen amenities but not an issue. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Lovely!

This was a fabulous place to stay. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and very close to all the things you’d need to do like shopping and eating! Homeowners were very nice and made us feel like we were at home. We had our own privacy the whole time even in shared backyard. Their dog & cat visiting us poolside made our trip even better! Our first time booking a house like this to stay at and it was a 10/10.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was absolutely perfect for 3 of us! The hosts were very informative & available! We loved the company of Blue Moon, precious dog at their pool! Would definitely come back! Beautiful decor & well taken care of & immaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best places we have stayed out for numerous reasons. #1 was the friendliness and availability of the hosts. Miki texted back almost immediately with all sorts of help. Wolfgang was wonderful, giving us good tips on what to do, helping out with kayak and bicycle equipment. His dog was fun to toss the ball to. We walked the well-lit and safe neighborhood before dawn and every night. Easy bike rider to the Lions Bridge and over into St Augustine. Everything inside the unit was clean with no ants or bugs. Dolphins are everywhere in the bay - def. use the kayaks to see them up close!
From our kitchen window
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George K

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

Room with a view

Beautifully appointed, extremely convenient to everything in St Augustine, private pool and a wonderful view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

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

Dolphin bay apartment

The Dolphin bay apartment was relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Fantastic stay / Great hosts

Beautiful place by the sea! Felt completely at home. Great to see the dolphins from the dock. Hosts were more than welcoming and had lots of advise for the area. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024