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Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly

St. Augustine vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV, computer monitors
Outdoor dining
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10242 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Matanzas River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanzas Inlet
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Matanzas National Monument
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Augustine

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Matanzas River and Matanzas Inlet. Faver-Dykes State Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Matanzas River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Matanzas Inlet - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. Augustine Beach - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
  • St. George Street - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Back 40 A1A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Commander’s Shellfish Camp - ‬5 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.

Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly

Discover Dolphin Cove, a 3-story waterfront retreat overlooking the Matanzas Inlet. This 4BR, 3.5BA home sleeps 10 and features sweeping water views, 3 outdoor decks, a summer kitchen, fire pit, fishing dock, paddle board, and dog-friendly accommodations. Just steps from the river and a short walk to the beach, enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. No unapproved events allowed.

Guests have full private access to:
✅ Entire 3-story home
✅ Private fishing + boat dock (<25 ft at high tide)
✅ Paddle board + beach gear
✅ Summer kitchen w/ TV, grill, fridge & stove
✅ Multiple furnished decks with water views
✅ Fast WiFi + Smart TVs
✅ In-unit washer & dryer
✅ Free parking for multiple vehicles
✅ Dog-friendly areas (with approval and pet fee)

Welcome to your ultimate waterfront getaway-where sweeping inlet views, dolphin sightings, and endless outdoor living come together in one unforgettable stay. With space for up to 10 guests and a layout designed for gathering, this home is ideal for families and friends seeking both adventure and relaxation.

🛏 Bedrooms (4) + Bathrooms
• Primary Suite: King bed, ensuite bath, steam room, walk-in closet, private deck
• Bedroom 2: King bed
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Bedroom 4: Double + Single
• 3.5 Bathrooms (steam room in primary)
• Outdoor hot-water shower

🌊 Living + Views
• Expansive second-floor windows overlooking Matanzas Inlet
• Three floors of furnished decks for sunrise coffee & sunset cocktails

🍽 Two Kitchens
• Indoor kitchen: Fully stocked, full appliances, cookware
• Outdoor summer kitchen: TV, stove, fridge, sink, prep space

🎉 Outdoor Living
• Fire pit, hammock area, picnic table, dartboard
• Paddle board + fishing dock
• Beach wagon, chairs, towels & umbrella

💼 Work-Friendly
• 2 computer monitors and desk for remote work

✅ Indoors
• Fully stocked kitchen with full appliances
• Steam room + walk-in closet in primary suite
• Smart TVs throughout
• Washer/dryer
• Reliable WiFi
• Workstation with monitors

🟦 Outdoors
• Private fishing/boat dock (<25 ft boat at high tide)
• 3 furnished decks with water + sunrise/sunset views
• Summer kitchen w/ fridge, stove & TV
• Hammock area
• Fire pit + grill
• Outdoor hot-water shower
• Paddle board and full beach gear set

Ideally located between St. Augustine and Palm Coast, Dolphin Cove sits steps from the river and just a short walk from Flagler’s pristine beaches.

📍 Nearby Highlights
• Old A1A Beach – 5 min walk
• Fort Matanzas National Monument – 2 min
• Marineland Dolphin Adventure – 3 min
• Nearest boat ramp – 7 min
• Publix – 10 min
• Matanzas State Forest – 15 min
• Golf courses – 15–25 min
• St. Augustine Alligator Farm – 22 min
• Historic Downtown St. Augustine – short scenic drive
Perfect for beach days, boating, fishing, nature excursions, or exploring local dining from Palm Coast to St. Augustine.

Getting There
Easy access via A1A.
🛬 Jacksonville International Airport – 1 hr 15 min
🛬 Daytona Beach International Airport – 50 min
🚗 Paved roads lead directly to the home.
📱 A detailed digital welcome guide is provided 48 hours pre-arrival with driving directions, check-in steps & dock notes.

Pet Policy:
This home is pet-friendly for up to 2 dogs with prior approval.
-A $200 pet fee applies
-Please clean up after your pets and keep them off the furniture.
-All pet waste must be picked up. A $50 fee will apply if waste is left in the yard.
-No cats allowed.
-Unattended pets must be crated.
-Unauthorized animals will result in additional fees.

A signed rental agreement is required to complete your reservation and will be sent after booking. Please note that failure to return the signed agreement may result in cancellation of your stay. Depending on your booking platform, a government-issued ID and copy of your credit card may also be required for verification after booking.

Rules:
No parties or events allowed without prior approval.
Smoking indoors is prohibited ($500 remediation fee applies).
The following additional Fees may apply:
$150 per person per day for exceeding occupancy limits
$50–$200 for late check-outs or early arrivals (based on number of hours).

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,608 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: pet fee $200 for 2 dogs Not allowed on furniture,

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, 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Reviews

Waterfront Views, Private Dock, Pet-Friendly Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

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

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lorica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice! Could've been a bit cleaner, but overall it was worth it. Also there were a couple of pet stains in one of the bedrooms and on the stairs. Water damage coming from the upstairs bathroom, leaking through the floor onto the other stairs. This should be addressed sooner than later. I would stay here again, as it was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay, and Relaxing!!

Loved it. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsay W.

Mixed Feelings

My family and I thourougly enjoyed the views of the water that the home provided and the kids LOVED chasing all the little crabs in the back by the dock. The dock was great for fishing but I found it misleading as to whether you can dock a boat there. We brought a boat and we’re unable to keep it at the house because of the tide which was not a part of the information in the house and would have been helpful being that we had to find a marina to accommodate us last minute on a holiday weekend and drive to and from the boat each day. BUT I should have also asked about boat access and I did not. The upstairs shower has old soaps and scum in it and my toddler niece found old food under the couch and the outdoor spaces did not appear to have been cleaned recently. The indoor spaces accommodated are family well but I think the bathrooms and entry ways need rugs to keep down the spread of dirt in the home. Overall we had a great time and would visit again if we don’t need our boat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness

march 2025 stay

Had a wonderful stay. Paddleboarded with dolphins. Wonderful balcony and a downstairs outdoor kitchen. Fresh water hose at dock and porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dolphin Cove

We really enjoyed our stay with family of six and a couple dogs. It was a beautiful home with beautiful view from top two decks. So many small beaches to go to right up the road. Would stay again in heartbeat. Set up beautifuly for great family gathering and enjoying time together. The Shayla management company were wonderful and so easy to dealing with as well as extremely friendly. When pest control came out one day they called and kept us informed when they would be there. You can’t go wrong with this great house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic views

We recently stayed here and enjoyed it immensely. We enjoyed the multiple decks, views, lower deck kitchen and fire pit. We grilled out and experienced some fantastic sunsets from the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024