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Charming 3/2 Cottage- Close to beach & Historic Downtown

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagler College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 3/2 Cottage- Close to beach & Historic Downtown

Cottage on May – Newly listed!

Enjoy this historic 1935 home which has been recently renovated with brand new amenities.

Location – Location – Location. The Cottage on May is only 1.6 miles from Vilano Beach, a favorite spot for the locals. The Fountain of Youth and Old Jail are only a five-minute walk. Take a romantic stroll down the picturesque Magnolia Avenue, one of the most photographed streets in the USA. Historic downtown, St. George Street and the Castillo de San Marcos fort are a short 20-minute walk, only one mile. Restaurants, Antique Shops and many Boutiques are within walking distance. Don’t feel like walking? There are a couple of bicycles in the shed that you are welcome to use. Also available are beach chairs, beach umbrella and boogie boards.

This home is a three-bedroom split plan, allowing the adults a bit of privacy from other guests. The master bedroom has its own bath with shower. The guest bedrooms share another bath which has a tub. All bedrooms have Smart TV’s with complimentary Comcast programming. The home also has high speed internet with Wi-Fi throughout. Home has Central A/C and all bedrooms have ceiling fans.

The kitchen has been updated with new appliances, cabinetry and quartz countertops. The focal point of our kitchen is the original brick chimney once used for a wood burning stove. Neatly stowed away you will find all the necessary gadgets to accommodate your stay. Adjacent to the kitchen is the Mud Room, complete with large Washer, Dryer, sitting area and farm sink to rinse the sand off after a relaxing day at the beach.

The Living Room is a wonderful place to relax, complete with reading nook, fireplace and television. The gorgeous original wood floors add to the historic charm. Off the Living Room is a cozy Sunroom complete with seating area and writing desk. Looking out the front window, you will see the historic “Pink Castle” home which is a historic St. Augustine landmark.

What we love most about our home is the outdoor areas. The home is completely nestled beneath a canopy of stately oak trees which are draped with Spanish Moss. An outdoor dining area is set up under a beautiful pergola with string lights that set the mood. Enjoy some S’mores at the firepit chiminea. A new Weber gas grill is also available. The yard is plenty large enough for the young ones to play.

No issues with parking at this home. There are three spaces in the front driveway and two more in the rear driveway off San Carlos Avenue.

For your safety, the home has passed the fire department safety inspection. It is complete with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguisher, egress diagrams and emergency lighting.

We welcome you to the Cottage on May.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Davenport Park. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute drive from St. George Street and a few minutes from Flagler College
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Charming 3/2 Cottage Close to Beach Historic Downtown

Charming 3/2 Cottage- Close to beach & Historic Downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Scott A.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! It is a beautiful cottage with everything you could need! The host, Haley, is so sweet and sent a gift basket with crafts for my kids! I will 100% be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute cottage. Loved the decorations. The furniture was very comfortable. Water pressure was the best we have ever had. The location was so convenient to everything. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you for the use of your property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home was SO charming and comfortable. And the proximity to Old Town was wonderful as were the bicycles to get around. Hayley was very helpful and responsive. We will DEFINITELY be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brantly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and nice and the host had many nice touches to make our visit super comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim O., Fort Myers, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very pleasant. Everything in the house was clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was full of so many welcoming touches. We had a great stay and were very comfortable. We will definitely stay here again if our travels bring us back to St. Augustine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsalee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place, walking distance to attractions and far away for a quiet evening. The host are spectacular and well prepared. We had an amazing time. Planning to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P., Winter Garden

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best VRBO homes we have ever stayed at! They provided all the small touches like a luxury hotel but with the comfort of a home. Great location- very close to the beach and easy bike ride to downtown. We would stay again and recommended to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, great modern kitchen, bbq and bikes were great for family and really comfortable beds! Loved this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth V., Sunrise , Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house is great for family trips . The inside is clean and spacious . The outdoor areas are fairly clean. Garden is fairly well kept We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood.They have bikes , beach chairs and plenty of beach towels .We highly recommend for families !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well done and would recommend

The host thought of everything, and we noticed/appreciated the thoughtfulness. It was the little things that were included that make a difference. Well decorated too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Retiree weekend

WOW! This quaint cottage was the perfect base for a girls's weekend. The decor, amenities and location all lent to an enjoyable time for all.The kitchen was well stocked and there were plenty of linens for the 4 of us. Would rent this place again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reagan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Property

This cottage is clean, well-stocked, and in a great location to enjoy everything in St Augustine.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place

place was great, location was great, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

The hosts have thought of everything. We would be hard pressed to find anything they could improve upon. The love and care they put into the home and the guest experince eclipses anything we have encountered with other rentals. The entire experience of staying in this lovely home and exploring St Augustine was amazing. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage on May

An absolutely perfect place to stay in St Augustine! We loved our time here at The Florida House” as our grandson referred to it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Zombie Apache the book me

We came to continue writing our book about the process of making Zombie Apache, the feature film. We had a very productive time. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on May! The home was decorated nicely and very comfortable! The are is gorgeous as well and our walk down magnolia was breathtaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf and sightseeing

This is one of the best short term rental we have seen. Fantastic location for everything you'd want to do. Very well equipped with a very surprising welcome basket. Great time had by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet little cottage in a beautiful neighborhood

We could not have been happier with The Cottage on May. It is so charming and well appointed. The beds are very comfortable as well as good towels. We appreciated the welcome gift of wine and snacks after a long day of travel. Location, location location. What a beautiful neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

André L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishbowl

The house was in a good location and well decorated except for the curtains that were see through,so we felt like we wereIn a fishbowl, no privacy at all specially at night. We had to put blankets on the windows because of the light from outside in order to be able to sleep. About the backyard needs a little TLC it was uninvited and the barbecue grill was dirty. in a fish bowl
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful holiday vacation

It was a real treat stain at the cottage on May. The house is very quaint and a real throwback to a different era. The property was spacious and the yard was fairly well maintained. A big plus for us were two bicycles that were available in the Back shed. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Trip

Quaint and comfortable cottage in a central location. The 4 of us enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage

Loved this cottage. Had plenty of room for our family and was close to historic downtown. Excellent location. Host responded to questions immediately. Highly recommend if you want to be within walking distance to downtown but out of noise and congestion.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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