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Beach nearby
Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St. George Island, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St George Lighthouse
  • St. George Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. George Island

East End stay.A stay at this East End vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of St. George Island Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of St. George Lighthouse. St. George Island Visitor Center and Bryant Patton Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. George Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poppi D's Florida Grill & Pies - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬4 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.

Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views

Shark Bait - This four bedroom, 2 bath house is a fabulous place for a family and/or friends getaway. Large deck with perfect seating for enjoying the ocean view on one side and a dining table for outside eating on the other side. A great family room where you can watch television, read, or play games. There is a private outdoor shower with hot and cold running water. Four bedrooms-3 queen beds and a twin over twin bunk bed. There is also a fish cleaning station and an outdoor charcoal grill.

Property manager

Heather Adams

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Great Getaway!! Relaxing Beach Views
Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views St. George Island
Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from St. George Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views to downtown St. George Island?

This vacation home is 3 mi away from St. George Island.

Great Getaway!! Relaxing Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramona H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shark Bait Gets a 10

Wonderful deck with three seating options. NiceView of the ocean. Very breezy when we were there making enjoying the deck even easier! Great kitchen area with seating for 8 at the island. Nicely decorated. Kitchen had all "tools" we needed -- and we ate every meal, except one, there for the week. Would choose this one again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina D., Saint James City, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

The home is a short walking distance to the beach access. Great location & plenty of parking. Home was clean. 2 towels, hand towel and face towel were provided on each bed for guests. Bring your own beach towels. Plenty of sitting area inside & out for hanging out or meals. You can hear the waves from the balcony at night. Two recommendations would be more/better lighting in the kitchen and a larger trash can. We would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P., Tallahassee

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

We have had the pleasure of staying here at least four times before. It feels like home more and more every time we go. Short walk to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. House is fully loaded and has everything. The host is awesome! Highly recommend you stay here for perfect beach vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for our family

With four bedrooms and an open floor plan, this house had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay! Heather was very helpful too! The decks out back with ample seating were a great place for sitting in the winter sun and catching up with our out of town family members. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice beach house for family

This house was great for our long holiday weekend. By far the best thing about the house is the back deck. It’s clearly new and updated - has 4 sitting/eating areas, tons of space, and like-new. Half of it is coverwd and there’s 2 large tables to eat. The main flooring inside was replaced shortly before we arrived and still needed some tidying up but didn’t affect our stay. The island wasn’t put back together so two folding tables with bar stools was our only indoor eating space (not very practical) but we didn’t really have a choice. For the age of the home, it was generally very clean. Shower curtains were overdue for replacement. There is no garbage disposal and trash can is pretty small but we made it work. Overall a very good stay and I would recommend to others!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Russ N.

Liked: Cleanliness

A month in Shark Bait

My wife and I spent 4 weeks in Shark Bait. We had a great time, we love SGI so much and the weather was perfect. We went out to eat quite a bit (Paddy's, Blue Parrot, Beach Pit) but also fixed some meals and we had all the pots, pans and utensils we needed. The home is located in the East Gulf Beaches and is near the 11th street public access boardwalk. We used a beach cart to haul our gear back and forth. the boardwalk does not have steps, rather ramps at each end. This made it easy to pull our cart to the beach. We loved the deck, both the covered and uncovered sections. We spent many hours out there reading, working on puzzles, just relaxing. We ate some of our meals out there as well. Thanks Heather for a great month.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Execulant

We had a great stay at Sharks Bait!!! Everything was as it said in the description. The walk to the beach very short. The house was very clean with everything we needed. Heather responded quickly to questions we had in a very timely manner. We had a day of rain and wind because of the hurricane but it gave us some much need relaxing with a book. I would highly recommended this rental. Plenty of room for at least 8. Thanks Heather for a restful week!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T., Ball Ground

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

This was a great place a short walk to the beach. There is a big porch on the back with a sea view. Short distance to dinning and state park for hiking. Just remember to take bug spray if hiking. We love St George very quit and peaceful place to spend a week to unwind.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shark Bait

A wonderful getaway. The owner is very nice and answers any questions within a very short time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamela W., Lexington, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House

We really enjoyed this beach house. It has a great deck with views of the ocean and easy beach access. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi J., Fulton, MO - USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our stay! The area is great and the short walk to the beach was nice and easy. The house was a great size.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful deck

Loved the outdoor shower! Comfy beds, the deck is huge, short walking distance to the beach. We enjoyed playing Galaga & Pac Man. Heather was right on our notice that we were put of Cascade. We loved every minute of our stay. 5 minute drive to the state park
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

I look forward to returning here once or twice a year. It never disappoints! Heather is wonderful and responds quickly to all questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed our stay.

Shark Bait was a good fit for our group. There was just enough room for everyone to have some privacy, and the living room/kitchen area was pleasant. We ate meals at the table on the porch and at the kitchen counter. Our beds were comfortable and the bathrooms worked well. It was an easy walk to the beach and a quick drive to the shops on St. George Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation place!

The property was so clean, everything listed as described and the deck was our favorite place to hang out with our family. I will definitely book this charming little bit of paradise again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little house

We stayed the week at Shark Bait. It was a lot smaller than I thought, but was plenty of space for us. Everyone had the private space they wanted and we had a nice common area to hang out. The deck is beautiful and you can see the Gulf between the houses. It's only a block from the beach. The outdoor shower was great for rinsing off, then we'd hang out on the deck and dry off before heading inside. Our dogs were very welcome on the island, including the two restaurants we went to. We felt very safe at the house. We did have an issue with seeing some palmetto bugs in the house, but when I told the owner she had someone come out the next day and sprayed. Palmetto bugs are a thing and they do get in houses. I appreciated the timely responses from the owners if I had any questions. It was a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ansley F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Go-to St George Stay!

We love it at this house! Already looking for dates to rebook.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

I took my children and their family to St George Island for our annual summer vacation. This is 2nd time that we have stayed in this rental and always fully enjoy our stay. Enough room for everyone to have a little privacy. Just a short walk to the beach. My son would load his truck with all our beach accessories and meet us at the walkway, just to keep us from having to carry so much since we take everything except the kitchen sink. My grandson is 16 and he would take the short drive each day to go down to the old bridge to fish from it. We felt very safe in this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful

Stayed here before. We love this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Holiday Retreat

This was a great spot for our family to spend some time on SGI. Perfect location with easy access to the Gulf and Bay sides of the island. House has an amazing outdoor deck area to enjoy the weather when not on the beach. Very well kept and clean house. This was not a surprise and a benefit (imo), but it is a drive or decent bike ride to all the amenities of SGI. Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O., Normandy, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in January

This is a wonderful place. Everything is as advertised. Just a few minutes to the beach. And the deck is amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torre P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome and Perfect

It was an awesome place, and the covering was perfect for the boat. Short walk to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Only recommendation is maybe update coffee maker.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

joy c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sad to leave

Couches are difficult to get out of, front white post need to be flagged as they are at head level., my husband hit his head
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022