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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, books, computer monitors, printers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationSouth Ponte Vedra Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationVilano Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. George Street14 min drive
  • AirportSt. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)18 min drive

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About the area

Ponte Vedra Beach

On the beach.With a stay at this South Ponte Vedra Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tolomato River and 2 miles (3 km) of Usina Beach. South Ponte Vedra Beach and Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Ponte Vedra Beach - 2 min drive
  • Castle Otttis - 5 min drive
  • Vilano Beach - 5 min drive
  • St. George Street - 14 min drive
  • Flagler College - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kings Head British Pub - 21 min drive
  • Schooner's Seafood House - 14 min drive
  • Beaches at Vilano - 10 min drive
  • The Spot Cafe - 16 min drive
  • Brisky's BBQ - 14 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.

Perfect Beach Vacation Home w/Private Beach Access, Fire Pit, Sunrise/Sunset!

Blue Gem Beach House is a wonderfully cozy 3 bedroom, 3 bath oceanfront home located in South Ponte Vedra Beach. When you arrive at the house, you'll find plenty of parking on the large, pavered driveway. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a cozy sitting/dining area. The dining table seats 6. The adjoining sitting area has a sofa and ottoman. From these areas, you can enjoy the views of the ocean. The galley style kitchen is fully loaded with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar with seating for 3. The kitchen is furnished with plenty of cookware, dinner ware, and anything you would need to make your favorite meal or beverages. Beyond the kitchen is a den with 2 sofas, coffee table and a large TV with soundbar and subwoofer. Great for watching movies or sports. There is a full bathroom on this level that features a beautiful tub and shower combination. There is also a laundry room on the ground level.

All of the bedrooms are located upstairs. The master bedroom is very spacious and offers wonderful views of the beach and ocean. Sleep tight in the king bed while listening to the sounds of the waves on the beach. Wake to the sun rise over the ocean or pull the curtains shut to sleep in. There is a sliding door that leads out to the screened balcony, overlooking the ocean. There is a TV mounted on the wall. The master bathroom has a nice, walk-in shower, sink, and toilet. There is a desk area in this bedroom with a monitor and printer, which makes for a great place to get a little work done or research where to go on your next adventure. The second bedroom is also on the ocean side of the house. It has a queen bed, dresser, TV, and also a door that leads to the screened balcony. The third bedroom has a twin-over-twin bunk bed, with an additional twin mattress in the trundle underneath. Perfect for kids or a single adult, this bedroom also has a TV. The second and third bedrooms share a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.

Some of the best features of the house are found outside! The second floor has a screened and covered balcony on the back of the house. This is a great area to enjoy the breeze, and views of the beach while staying out of the sun. On the south side of the house, upstairs is an open deck, with full sun exposure so you can work on that tan without getting sandy from the beach. Downstairs is a large pavered patio that leads to the beach stairs. There is an outdoor grill, outdoor shower and plenty of seating on the patio, as well as a table for enjoying lunch outside. At night, gather the group around the stone firepit while enjoying the stars above.

Blue Gem is located in South Ponte Vedra Beach, just about 10 minutes north of historic St. Augustine and 15 minutes south of TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra. In St. Augustine you will find countless restaurants, bars, gift shops, historic sights and more. My kid's personal favorite attraction is the Alligator Farm and Zoological Park. There are plenty of golf courses in the area, for all levels, so bring your clubs! We are 55 minutes from the Jacksonville International Airport. Disney is a 2 hour drive and Daytona is 1. There are several great restaurants on our island. There is a Publix less than 10 minutes away and a convenience store just 1 mile away.

My favorite things about our beach home are the views over the ocean and walking the beach. Watching the sun and moon rise over the ocean is stunning. It makes for a great start and end to each day. We are far enough away from town centers to have great star gazing on a clear night. We love to walk the beach in the morning. This natural beach is renowned by shell and shark tooth hunters. A Megalodon tooth was found just 1 hour north last year after a storm. Finally, the beach is very private with the nearest public access points more than one mile away in either direction.

Our favorite places to go out are Cap's On the Water and Aunt Kate's just 5 minutes away, Nona Blue, Mr Chubby's Wings (great for sports fans), Valley Smoke. We also love walking the historic cobblestone streets in St. Augustine where there are countless bars and restaurants to explore.

Our favorite golf destinations are the World Golf Village where there are two courses, Bill Murry's Caddyshack restaurant and the World Golf Hall of Fame, The Yards, Queens Harbor, St. Johns Country Club, Eagle Harbor and of course the legendary TPC Sawgrass. TPC Sawgrass has two courses, the world famous stadium course where The Players Championship is held every year and Dye's Valley. Both are very difficult so bring lots of golf balls. The Stadium course is very expensive, Dye's Valley can be more reasonable. Both share the same club house, restaurant and practice facility. if you dont play, its worth going for lunch and exploring the amazing facility.

Property manager

Tom and Kelly at the Blue Gem Beach House

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167.2 sq m)

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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 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, a first aid kit, and 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

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Perfect Beach Vacation Home w/Private Beach Access, Fire Pit, Sunrise/Sunset! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barb p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waited 101years to stay
Wanted to stay where my 101year old Mother could watch the waves. The weather kept us indoors , but Mom always had a terrific view. Windy an cold, she sat inside at the patio doors and slept and ate with a perfect view. Milder days she sat in the screened porch or got a little sun on the south deck. Great parking and beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
We had a wonderful time and the house was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T., Dahlonega Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabana
The place was like a little cozy Cuban cabana. The price of $600 per night dBeach is 100 yards from the back door is a plus but cars going 60mph back and forth all night is a minus. Pictures on rental advertisements are inaccurate. It is an older home with aged exterior and much smaller than pictures depict.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Vacation
The location could not be beat. Great house with an even better location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach House!!!!
Our family of 7+ (2 parents, 2 grandparents and triplet 14 year olds plus our dog) really enjoyed staying at Blue Gem! The house was clean and well maintained. We LOVED the screened in porch, fire pit, and super easy beach access. It was also super awesome to have the entire property fenced and gated so our pup could roam free! Great management with quick and easy communication and response. We were missing some pans during our stay and communicated that with the management team who quickly (same day) dropped off boxes of new pans!!! The only downside of the entire house was the master bed mattress... way too soft and needs to be replaced. Other than that, a true 5 star experience! We will be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
Very relaxing to be right on the beach! Perfect location for laughing, lounging, and resting. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean front!
Wonderful oceanfront property with screened porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kyrn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Beach Hose
Well kept. Nice location. Beach is lovely. Guana reserve is close for kayaking biking. St Augustine close for nice meals
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family time
Great views, awesome patio and wonderful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable location and great house
Loved being right on the beach, very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022