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Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

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Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

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9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Popular LocationCrescent Beach18 min walk
  • Popular LocationButler Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Augustine Beach12 min drive
  • AirportSt. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)30 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 12
267 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
    1 double bed
Bedroom 4
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 5
    1 king bed

Room options

About the area

St. Augustine

On the beach.With a stay at this Crescent Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Matanzas River and 2 miles (3 km) of Crescent Beach. Butler Beach and Butler Beach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 18 min walk
  • Butler Beach - 3 min drive
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 4 min drive
  • St. Augustine Beach - 12 min drive
  • Anastasia State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 7 min drive
  • Casa Benedetto's Ristorante - 10 min drive
  • World Famous Oasis Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Redfrog & McToad's - 4 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 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.

Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D

Whales Rest

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Treat yourself to a private oasis with the shimmering beachfront just steps away at Whales Rest, a quintessential Old Florida style getaway boasting views of both the sunrise above the ocean and sunset over the waterway. Named for the breeding grounds of the now rare Right Whales, this vintage seaside sanctuary has been updated for superior comfort. Offering an expansive beachfront deck, large living spaces, and a variety of sleeping options, Whales Rest is the perfect coastal destination, even allowing enough room for two families vacationing together. With the ocean at your fingertips, waterfront restaurants just down the road and historic St. Augustine only a short drive away, this location truly has it all!

The beachfront patio offers ample seating with a short wooden bridge that ends at a private path leading directly to the sandy shores beyond. There are multiple balcony areas both covered and uncovered to enjoy the crashing surf and ocean breezes. When it's time to cook, surprise your loved ones with delicious meals prepared in the spacious, fully equipped kitchen that offers ample counter space and updated appliances.

THINGS TO KNOW

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

County permit number: 1084032
County permit number: STR22-00319

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 2871 sq ft (267 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

  • No pets allowed

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 and a first aid kit
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. 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. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

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Updated beachfront home w/great beach views, gas grill, multiple balconies, W/D Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
Great vacation for our family! The house was perfect & had tons on space along with everything described! It was in great location & the beachfront views & intercostal were amazing! Only issue was the walk down to beach was steep, but option to use the neighborhood’s walkway helped! We hope to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The house was perfect for us. Great beach house with everything you need. Getting to the beach over the dune is a little bit of a task but worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

joanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whales Rest
very nice casual property; location cannot be beat. Loved the family feel of the space. One of the downstairs bedroom smelled a tad mildewy, as though it had some water leak at some point, but the rest of the spot was terrific. We'd love to return.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Great
The location of the home is great, although the trek over the dunes can take effort if you aren't sure-footed. Home is clean, appears that the family is renovating this multi-generational house. It is functional. We did have a few critters, but expected in temperate locations that are under renovation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Celebration
The property was just as described. Had a fun comfortable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whales Rest
Clean, comfortable and perfect for our group of 9
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021