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Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets

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Pool
Smart TV
Beach
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Castle Otttis
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Vilano Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • St. George Street
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪15 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.

Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets

We help make the most of your vacation by providing Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination!


Take a relaxing vacation in this newly renovated and freshly furnished townhouse nestled between beautiful Vilano Beach and the intracoastal waterway! The House of Shells features an open and inviting floor plan with vaulted ceilings and modern, beachy decor. Best of all, enjoy a private oasis in the backyard equipped with private hot tub, outdoor dining, grilling station, covered pergola, fire pit, and tropical garden! You will find everything you need for your vacation including a fully stocked kitchen, clean and fresh linens, bathroom amenities, and beach supplies. Whether you are looking to fill your days on the beach, which is just a short walk away, or enjoy the sites and sounds of historic downtown, this home will provide you with a place to kick back and relax at the end of the day. This rental comes with a FREE FUN package which includes one free entry to several top attractions, such as The Alligator Farm and the Old Town Trolley Historic Tour, each day, all just minutes away.

Just down the road is Vilano Beach Town Center. There you can stroll down palm tree-lined Vilano Road (Vilano's "Main Street") along sea-colored sidewalk pavers to the Vilano Pier which offers beautiful sunset views across the river to Historic St. Augustine. You can also fish off the Pier. On your way back through the Art Deco/Florida Vernacular-styled Vilano Beach Town Center, stop in for a great meal at one of five local restaurants ranging from pizza to Chinese to Italian to seafood. Or pick up picnic/snack items at the Publix Grocery, which includes a deli, liquor store and a pharmacy. Back at the beach enjoy swimming, sunning, surfing, fishing and skimboarding. Be sure to check out the popular riverfront restaurant with dock and water views, Caps on the Water, located less than half a mile walking distance from the home.

**PET POLICY: Only dogs are permitted, and must be approved by management PRIOR to booking. You must inquire with the number, weight, and breed to get approval before you book as some breed and size restrictions apply. A pet fee will be required upon approval.

For safety and security purposes this property is equipped with a camera covering the front entryway.

- King Master bedroom
- Two Twin Beds and One Queen Bedroom
- WIFI
- Flat screen TV
- Ceiling Fans
- Two full baths
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Dining table for six
- Laundry room
- Private Hot Tub
- Fire Pit
- Pergola
- Gas grill
- Back deck in fenced yard
- Free parking, 2 spots
- Coded entry


Let iTrip help you make the most of your vacation!

Ride Ripley’s Red Train around the area and take in the historic beauty of Downtown St. Augustine! Explore the oldest fort in the continental United States, the Castillo San Marcos, and stroll down colorful St. George Street filled with shops and restaurants of irresistible local flare. You might even spot a Pirate or Spanish Conquistador in period attire! Breathe in the warm, salty air as you enjoy a romantic walk along the waterfront as the sun sets, casting its final rays on the sparkling water, the drifting boats, and the picturesque Bridge of Lions. But don’t forget to make good use of the night by experiencing the Ghost train or Haunted House tour. Enjoy the endless variety of restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream, art, book stores and more just a short drive away from your front door.

Note: Reservations 28+ days do not include the Free Fun package. Tickets may still be available at the discretion of the property manager.
FREE FUN! Each booking will include one free entry per attraction each day of your stay! The following attractions are included;

- St. Augustine Alligator Farm

- Old Town Trolley Tours: Potter's Wax Museum

- Old Town Trolley One Day Tour

- Old Town Trolley Ghost and Graveyards Tour

- Royal St. Augustine Golf & Country Club Course

- St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum

- St. Augustine Eco Tours: Boat Expedition

- St. Augustine Eco Tours: Salt Marsh Kayaking

- Yoga Bohemia St. Augustine: Beach Yoga



NOTE: $500 cancellation fee applies to all bookings 27 days or more.

Startup bathroom, kitchen, and laundry supplies are provided with each booking.

25 year age requirement to book and stay: Tenant must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age (an "adult") and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved dates.

Noise Ordinance: The city of St. Augustine has a noise ordinance that prohibits noise between the hours of 10:00pm-6:00am Sunday-Thursday, and 11:00pm-7:00am Friday-Saturday. Violations can result in a $500 fee.

No smoking or vaping on the property. $500 fine for rule violation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Vilano Beach. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Vilano Beach and 11 minutes from St. George Street
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

iTrip Vacations St. Augustine

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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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Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirk O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Our stay was seamless. Great location, easy parking, walking distance to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing stay

The house was extremely clean and well furnished. After spending the week at the Players Championship golf tournament, it was great to come home to the hot tub before grilling dinner and enjoying the fire pit after dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We enjoyed the privacy of the backyard area with the hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villano Beach

Enjoyable break from the weather in the North!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience!!

Our stay here was absolutely fantastic. It was equipped with everything that we needed, and very very clean. We had our 7 year old & 3 year old and it was very accommodating to the kids. Also the hot tub and whole back yard set up was great. The kitchen has literally everything you would need to cook for your family. Over all amazing experience, short walk to the beach and quiet nice neighborhood. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Getaway

Everything we hoped for. All great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a great stay at this property. The two bedrooms were large and the unit was extremely well stocked with everything you could need while away from home. Location was great for access to the beach as well as downtown Vilano and St. Augustine. Communications from the property management made checkin and checkout a breeze. Definitely felt like a home away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

This was a great place that was clean and had everything we needed. The neighborhood is very nice. We had a family of 6 and had enough room. The jacuzzi and back patio are really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really was perfect

This place was ideal for our vacation. There is a small hike to the beach, but we were there to explore all of the area and not just the beach. For a pet friendly rental you couldn't tell and we were recently somewhere else that you could definitely tell. We were celebrating my husbands 50th birthday and he really enjoyed the hot tub. Don't pass on this!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

B H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Very cozy stay. Close to the beach very clean and great price
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul I., Kentucky, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, neat and close to everything

If you’re visiting St. Augustine for the beach, it’s an easy walk or bike ride from this property to beach access. If you’re visiting to sightsee, you’ll be where the action is within minutes. The location is ideal and it’s located in a very nice and quiet neighborhood. The property itself was clean and neat when we arrived. It smelled wonderful inside and you could tell the property managers took care in preparing for our arrival. The AC kept it very cold throughout the house but the master bedroom did stay quite a bit warmer. I’d suggest a better fan for that room, for those of us who like it a little cooler at bedtime. The back patio was a nice place to unwind and spend some downtime. Our small dogs loved it out there and spent plenty of time sitting out in the sunshine. The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed. I have no complaints about this property. We enjoyed our stay and appreciate the time and care that was taken to offer us a clean and affordable home away from home while we were in town!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, will stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Location was perfect to go to St. Augustine downtown and beach. Clean and love patio area. Owners get you needed information and are very nice. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place to stay for a beach trip. Check in and check out was smooth. We had to communicate with property manager for a question and he was able to get back to us very quickly. We brought our 6 week old baby and our dog. The property had a pack n play for our baby and even bowls and a kernel for our dog. The outdoor area was also a hit for our family. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Perfect location for the beach, St. Augustine, and golfing in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My family and I had a great visit! Everything was clean and fully stocked with the necessities for a great trip. The space was open and the outdoor area with hot tub/fire place/tv was perfect. It was a little further from the access to the beach then we expected, but other than that, the location was close to downtown at Augustine and our family in ponte vedra.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

maris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in Valano Beach

The unit was perfect in every way. The enclosed yard is lovely and I totally enjoyed my evenings sitting by the fire. The unit is exactly how the pictures show it to be. Dealing with the rental company was an added pleasure. They could not have been nicer or more helpful.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie S., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Nicely decorated condo

Comfortable, updated, had everything we needed. Long walk to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Retreat

It was cool during our stay but the hot tub made it worth it.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect time in Vilano Beach at the House of Shells

My girls and I loved this home - had everything we needed. Beds were comfy, enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit, large kitchen table perfect for puzzles. Manager was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Everything was perfect! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

Just as described,clean,well maintained and walking distance to the beach. There is a little backyard with a fire pit and hot tub. Highly recommend. Also very comfortable bed. We will be returning in 2024. Thanks for sharing Lisa & Family
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kameron W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Very well done and extreme comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family vacation spot

Great stay! The space was clean and in a great location for exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023