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Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanzas River
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Augustine

On the beach.At this Crescent Beach apartment, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Crescent Beach and Butler Beach. Also, Matanzas River is within half a mile (1 km) and Butler Beach State Park is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Matanzas River - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Butler Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 23 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly

Sand Castle Apartments offers a relaxed beach getaway steps from the sand at beautiful Crescent Beach. This second-floor, two-bedroom apartment sleeps up to six guests and is ideal for families, couples, and travelers with pets.

The apartment includes two queen bedrooms and a double futon in the living room. Inside, you’ll find central air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, standard drip coffee maker, toaster, cookware, dishes, and utensils.

The bathroom includes a bathtub or shower, hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel. Two beach chairs are also provided for your time by the ocean.

Guests may enjoy the property’s shared outdoor seating areas, including a second-floor patio and a wooden seating area facing the ocean. This apartment does not include a private balcony. Outdoor spaces are shared with guests staying in the other units.

A shared coin-operated laundry room is available on the first floor. The washer and dryer are not located inside the apartment.

Sand Castle Apartments is an intimate, multi-unit oceanfront property located beside Crescent Beach’s public access area. This provides exceptionally convenient access to the beach, although the surrounding area may be active during popular beach hours. Parking is available onsite for one vehicle.

Historic downtown St. Augustine, restaurants, shops, and local attractions are approximately 20–25 minutes away by car.

Important information:

Second-floor apartment; stairs are required
Shared outdoor areas
No private balcony
Shared coin-operated laundry
One onsite parking space
Pets permitted according to our pet policy
No smoking anywhere on the property
No parties, excessive noise, or unregistered guests
Check-in after 4:00 PM; checkout before 11:00 AM

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please note we have a pet fee.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly to the airport?

This apartment is 15.2 mi (33-min drive) away from the St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly to the beach?

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

Does Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly to downtown St. Augustine?

This apartment is 9.3 mi away from St. Augustine.

Ocean-View 2BR Retreat Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenni V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely space and the bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed and you could see the ocean from our room. It was an excellent space for the cost. We definitely plan to return.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Great location

We had an awesome time and loved the accommodations and convenient location. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view was awesome. Sunrise every morning. Sitting on the porch every afternoon was relaxing. Everyone was very friendly. It was a very peaceful vacation. Thank you
Stayed 54 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, the host Angela always answer you, is really nice!!Just beed little maintenance outside but everything else is great, four sure we are going to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

A delightful stay

The beach was awesome everything was exactly as described
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 4th stay in this unit and it was great as usual. The host has great commuication throughout the process and the unit is always clean and organized. Great location!! Great host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Juan Carlos F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Good location, but too small and not equipped for 6 people, including children.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

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

Family Stay

Awesome! 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

Crescent beach fun

Loved being steps from the beach and the view from the outdoor area. Very pet friendly. The only suggestion for improvement would be a better kitchen setup and a different couch
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment has very clean and cozy. It was perfect for my little family. The host allowed us to check in early due to us arriving early. That was a relief.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne C.

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

Amazing location with wonderful (shared) veranda

Lovely and clean. My only complaint was that the kitchen was lacking a few things, and it would have been nice to have some type of rug. For the price, it was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy a.

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

Great location & view

We really enjoyed our time here at Crescent beach. This unit is small but worked for the 4 of us with the sofa futon, although would be more comfortable with just 3 people. It had everything we needed & had a quick easy access to the beach. Nice short drive to the inlet which was perfect to take the dogs to & convenient to lots of places. The only suggestion is that the railing next to the stairs be fixed since it was loose.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

LouAnn S.

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

Nice place to stay on the beach

Our trip was very nice, we especially enjoyed being right on the beach. The apartment was very clean and had plenty of space for the three of us. It was on the second floor so if you have trouble climbing stairs, I would keep that in mind. Angela happened to be there one day that we were there, and she was very nice, easy to talk to. Our communication thru the process was great. Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dillon E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, check in was easy. Right on the beach. Only thing that we noticed was the parking may be tight with a larger vehicle but as long as everyone parks where they're supposed to it shouldn't be a problem. Other than that which wasn't an issue for us everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean & well equiped

The unit was extremely clean and very well equiped with essentials. The location is terrific, close to a very good little Pizza place named Tony's pizza....And of course, right on the beach! Interior of the condo has been fully updated & everything felt fresh and clean. We would definitely stay here again & highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

lawanda b.

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

good

just some suggestions. noisy bath fan,bath sink drained slowly. front door latch broken, need clock somewhere,, maybe a table lamp in living area,, parking needs work otherwise great stay will consider staying there again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darbianne S.

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

Quiet Beach

We stayed for a long weekend and really appreciated the quiet -dog friendly- beach for walking in the morning and evening. There were also beach views from the living room at the right angle. The location was clean and had pretty much everything we needed (We had to buy a coffee maker- but we left it for the next visitor). Parking was easy, but you do need a car because there are not sidewalks and there’s not much right there except a gas station and beach restaurant with limited fresh options. We were a bit surprised that the porch shown in the photos is shared with another unit, but the other visitors were respectful of taking turns using the space. Overall, a quiet and fairly affordable beach stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jenifer M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location was great. The property says that 6 to 8 people could stay in the apartment but that is not true. Only 5 could actually stay. We messaged the host multiple times about the AC not working in a couple rooms and got no response. The balcony/sitting area was unsafe. The parking area is also a disaster. So pay a cleaning fee but the property isn’t clean at all. There is a washer and dryer on the property but is downstairs. You have to do your laundry outside and you have to pay for it also. Very Disappointing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Regina C.

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

Our week at Sand Castle Apts

Property was right on the beach with beautiful views. After arriving we found out that there was major construction going on in an adjoinning apartment. There was alot of noise and workers present. We felt that we should have been told in advance about the construction and given the opportunity to reschedule or change the dates. After talking to the host we reached a comprise. The last 3 days we truly enjoyed our stay. Would stay again without the construction.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla K.

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

Nice visit

Very clean and well decorated. Being almost 70 the stairs were difficult-very steep and no railings. Enjoyed the outside patio and breezes. Needs to specify the actual apartment is not directly oceanfront
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

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

Loved our stay!

This 2 bedroom condo is right on the beach and a quick walk to either a restaurant or the Circle K. It's clean, modern and comfortable. I would stay here again and recommend to small families looking for affordable beachfront condos. The owner was quick to respond to me whenever I messaged her. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Soma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Place on the beach

This is a simple place on the beach with a shared balcony view of the water. The place is appropriate for 4 people. There truly is one bedroom and the other is part of the living space and kitchen. The futon sofa would be uncomfortable for an extended stay. We had an unpleasant neighbor to deal with but the management dealt with them efficiently. The management is very helpful. Would recommend a washer and dryer access - although there are laundromats that will clean and fold your laundry. Loved Crescent Beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Beautiful Beach Location

This was a beautiful location. At first glance the building looks a little rough but the accommodations are lovely. We stayed in #6, newly renovated and spotless. The open floor plan allows for easy conversation whether fixing a meal or watching tv. The photos are a good reflection of the property layout, with one bedroom open to the living room. The views from the porch are amazing. This property is close to the beach ramp with lots of activity. We had fun watching people get towed off the beach day and night, when they got stuck in the sand. Many food options close by and nearby Butler Beach. Downtown St. Augustine is also a short drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

p.149@hotmail.com S.

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay It was clean and well equipped Hosts were very prompt and accommodating I hope we can return next year
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Awesome Stay!

Being from St. Augustine originally, I knew exactly where this unit was located. I was drawn to it because Crescent Beach is my favorite beach in the area. The property has the complete feel of a beach cottage. It also allowed me to bring my two small dogs, which was a HUGE help. My next trip to see family, I will definitely be booking this unit! Thank you so much for the hospitality and communication. It was a pleasure meeting you both!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

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