Located in Butler Beach, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Butler Beach and Butler Beach State Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min drive
World Famous Oasis Restaurant - 4 min drive
Casa Benedetto's Ristorante - 12 min drive
The Commander's Shellfish Camp - 5 min drive
Salt Water Cowboys - 4 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.
Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool
Beautiful sunrises and views! Enjoy views of the ocean from our grand decks, or while taking a dip in our sparkling, heated pool. This elegant 5/3 home is the ideal getaway for any group. With a flowing open floor plan throughout, and an expansive great room (perfect for family get togethers), floor to ceiling windows and soaring cathedral ceilings, The Sand Castle is the place to be whether you choose to spend your time inside, or out! This elegant home is set just one street back from the ocean but sitting up high from the street, your views are magnificent. Whether it is from the second story heated swimming pool, one of the grand decks fronting the home, or from one of the spacious rooms inside, you will be impressed with the views. Outside the ocean breezes caress you while bringing in the fresh air from the sea. So healthy! The shoreline here stretches for miles and miles and you can spend hours waking the beach discovering one treasure after the next as nature rolls up onto the shore. Morning people will celebrate the beginning of each day with a most incredible sunrise as Mother Nature puts on a show for you. For the yoga enthusiast, mornings on the upper deck are nice and cool and you will enjoy sunrise yoga daily with a show put on just for you! The location is heavenly and you will quickly find that there is no place else that you would rather be. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortably decorated making a great space to start and end the day. Crisp linens and soft pillows create an ambiance perfect for dreamy slumber. The living areas are open and airy and full of natural light. The huge stained glass in the kitchen is a one of a kind piece created just for this home. The afternoon sun through this window creates a sensational work of art. Tall ceilings and large generously sized rooms make living and playing so enjoyable. All together or everyone in their own space, this home offers it all. The kitchen is the perfect place to create your masterpiece dish for those evenings that you want to stay in and relax. Well stocked and plenty of room for family and friends to gather and enjoy a glass of wine with the chef. This home exudes joy and creates memories that will last you a lifetime. Many guests consider this their "home away from home" and return year after year to continue the fun and tradition. The sound of the ocean waves. Salty breezes and seagulls overhead. Miles of sandy shores laid out before you, scattered with beautiful shells and interesting artifacts (who knows what rolls up on the shores of the nation's oldest city!!) Beautiful architecture and historic landmarks and streets. Gorgeous beaches bordered on one side by the Atlantic Ocean and the other sand dunes and sea oats. A place to kick back and relax or get out and be adventurous with a surfing lesson or paddle board yoga. So many things to see and do. Take a vacation of a lifetime right here in St Augustine Florida. Stay at the Sand Castle. The vacation home you will never forget....for all the best reasons.
Layout: First floor Bedroom with 1 twin & 1 queen
Second floor Queen Bedroom Bedroom with 2 doubles & a twin
Third floor Queen Bedroom King Bedroom
Check-in is made by way of keyless entry.
Pool heat is available for a fee of $150. Please let us know if you are interested in adding this amenity at least two days prior to arrival as it takes that long for the pool to heat up.
The Sand Castle is located on a quiet residential street with many full-time neighbors. It is imperative for us that guests are respectful of our neighbors. Please be considerate. Do not book this home if you plan on being loud and disruptive.
* No more than 15 guests allowed, including daytime guests or visitors. The number of guests in the house cannot exceed the number of guests reported at the time of booking without prior authorization. * No parties, special events, or large gatherings allowed at any time. * No street parking. Our home can only accommodate 6 cars max in the garage and driveway. If you plan on having more cars, including daytime visitors, please do not book our home. * No smoking or vaping. * Pets are strictly prohibited. A fine of $500 will be assessed if traveling with an undisclosed pet and the reservation will be immediately terminated with no refunds due. * Quiet hours are at 9pm-8am. You will be charged $100 per occurrence if there is a noise complaint from neighbors. * Security/recording devices located in the front and back yard. Please use the outdoor shower for shoes and feet before entering the home and as a courtesy to the next guest please also rinse off all beach equipment before returning. Thank you. You must be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation. The person who makes the reservation must occupy the residence for the duration of the reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
The Proper Group Vacation Rentals
Languages
English
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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
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
107865
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Butler Beach within a short 8-minute walk of Butler Beach and also 11 minutes on foot from Butler Beach State Park. You'll also find St. Augustine Beach and St. Johns County Ocean Pier within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen along with a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional), which is 13.7 mi away (32 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool?
Yes, every accommodation at Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool comes with a balcony.
Luxury Oceanside Pool Home Boasting Incredible Views - Large 5/3 w/Heated Pool Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Joana L.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
This house was very comfortable for my family and me to stay in for a weekend getaway. We each had our own space and it was able to accommodate 9 people comfortably. The bathroom situation is a little odd. There are three bathrooms, but two are in bedrooms. There is no bathroom on the entry level.
Joana L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house with great views
Best place we’ve ever stayed. View was amazing. Great room was perfect. No hesitations in recommending - we’ll be back!
Emily S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location!
This was a perfect home to spend our week in St. Augustine! The views from this house are incredible and only steps away from the beach itself! The distance to downtown St. Augustine was about 15 minutes, which made the neighborhood nice and quiet as its away from the hustle and bustle of tourists. Property management was very prompt in responding to questions!
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joan S.
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The house, location and views were all great.
My family and I had a great time! Everything about the house was great. Especially the view of the ocean.
Joan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joshua B.
Apr 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
This place was the perfect spot for the whole family to get together. Such easy beach access and the kids loved the pool and playing in the large living room. Amazing sunset views from the two huge porches. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a house big enough to fit the whole family!
Joshua B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
LeAnn H.
Mar 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
The Sandcastle was a wonderful place to stay close to the beach. The house was extremely spacious and clean. Teenagers had their own space and rooms. Lots of decks plus the pool area to enjoy the outdoors. The beach was just a few minutes walk. A great family getaway!
LeAnn H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Carl M.
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Good Stay and Location Near Beach
The Sandcastle is a lovely large home that accommodated our family group of 10 adults and two kiddos nicely. All the rooms are nice although the garage level room is cold and dark with no bathroom. Also, there were full size sheets on this bed instead of queen size for a queen bed, which made them come off often during the night. The kitchen was large enough with most everything we needed. Our favorite areas of the home were the two outdoor decks with comfortable furniture overlooking the ocean and gorgeous sunrise views! A couple of cons are no bath soaps in any of the bathrooms and the BBQ grill was badly in need of cleaning. My husband spent a half hour cleaning it for our use. There were plenty of beach towels as well as beach items such as chairs, and pool toys. The pool was great and clean as the pool guys showed up the same day we arrived. The home is an easy walk thru a dune trail to the beach. P.S. There was also a baby highchair, child gates, games, Foo's ball table (needs leveling), kid games, and books. The nightly rate was high, and some things should be worked on, but overall, our family really enjoyed the home.
Carl M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan O.
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Butler Beach Sandcastle
Great home, location, communication, and family vacation. Everything was wonderful! We absolutely loved the Sandcastle and would love to return!
Jonathan O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Connie T.
Jun 11, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location, great view, needs thorough cleaning and some basic maintenance.
Sand Castle is a nice location with only a five minute walk to the beach. The ocean view from the house is great! Our children enjoyed the pool which was heated as I requested. The house easily accommodated our family of 10 people, but would have been crowded at 15 (sleeping capacity listed). My major complaint was that the kitchen was unacceptably dirty. I cleaned on it for two hours before bringing in groceries, including washing out the entire refrigerator, throwing away opened food including a half loaf of bread, cleaning hair and crumbs from utensil drawers, etc. Thankfully, the property management sent Jenn over in response to my complaint. Jenn “saved the day,” and probably deserves a raise. She cleaned the oven and the grill, purchased new kitchen cloths, and was appropriately apologetic. The house also needs some basic plumbing maintenance (master bath sink sluggish, primary garbage disposal inconsistently not functional, master toilet hard to flush). Master bedroom quilt had what appeared to be blood stains. These things could be easily remedied and should be addressed if the company would like to see the review raised for this property. Because of the good location and great view, it could easily be made into a “5” with a little more work.
Connie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nanci F.
May 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Traveling Girls
We are a group of six women who have been doing our trips for 32 years. This property had everything we look for when planning a fun trip. We loved all of the indoor and outdoor areas we had to congregate. Wonderful house and wonderful trip.
Nanci F.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Fun Girls Trip
We had a wonderful time relaxing with friends and family at the Sandcastle. We had 15 adults and with the trundle bed we had enough bed space for everyone! The pool was nice and the location was so great to be walking distance to the beach. We brought some towels with us but there were plenty of towels and some beach chairs available too. The only minor complaint was that the toilet paper could have been a little better quality but otherwise the house was well stocked with kitchen supplies, cooking dishes, and glassware. Would definitely stay in again!
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation
This was a wonderful place to stay which only added to our great experience coming to the area for the first time! I would recommend this place most definitely!
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick C.
Feb 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!
Had a wonderful experience at the Sandcastle! Plenty of space for our group of 10 adults, especially the common areas, kitchen and balconies. Loved the vaulted ceilings and views from both outdoor spaces. House was sparkling clean and Jordan was very responsive. East beach access and a short drive to restaurants and downtown St. Augustine. Would have been nice to have one additional bathroom/half bath on the 1st or 2nd floor, but overall was a wonderful stay!
Patrick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Jeff F.
Jan 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, nice living space, marginal property management
Make sure to request specifically for the pool to be heated. Owner and property management seem to co-manage the property, neither professionally. Nice location and very spacious common area. Kitchen is well stocked. Bedrooms are very nice
Jeff F.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cathy B., Dexter
Dec 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING PROPERTY!!!
This is by far the most amazing property that I've ever rented. The owners have gone over-the-top to consider every convenience imaginable and have stocked the house to the fullest! They have labeled all kitchen cabinets and drawers to eliminate searching for items. The kitchen was stocked with anything you would need to prepare meals for a large group. The consideration and detail that was given to furnishing this house was definitely evident and appreciated. The owners and property manager were very responsive and took care of our every need. There were so many extras in this house, it would be impossible to list them all. The decks were fully furnished and provided great views of the ocean. The beauty and comfort of this house was enjoyed by our whole group. This property has it all and I would definitely love to visit here again!
Cathy Baggett
Cathy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
Dec 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding family get together
Great amenities, beautiful house.
Jennifer J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
Oct 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay
The house was awesome and in great shape. The views were even better then expected. The house is conveniently located to restaurants, etc. Can't wait to go back
Scott C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
susanne a.
Oct 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time
Beautiful time staying at this property. We loved catching up with family sitting on the deck listening to the sounds of the waves. Quiet neighborhood great for walking. The beach was perfect with only a few others enjoying the sand and surf.
susanne a.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Monica C.
Oct 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location, Beautiful Home
This house was perfect for a group of moms getting together for the weekend. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking tools, the beds were really comfortable, the living area and spaces were set up nicely for group chats and hang outs, the beach access was close, and everything was thought of (from ice, to toilet paper and soap). Fantastic Host, Fantastic House!
Monica C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard K.
Jul 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sand Castle Retreat
The Sand Castle had all the amenities a group could want. It had plenty of towels, linens, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, paper products, Wifi, beach chairs, beach towels, baby gates, plenty of glasses, dishes, silverware, and kitchen utensils. They had games for all ages to include toys, books, puzzles, and foosball. They had everything you have in your home and more. The air conditioners were more than adequate for the house and there were thermostats on each floor level that maintained the requested temperature. The washer and dryer looked brand new. The only issue we had was a reboot of the router which was corrected promptly. Don was very punctual and accommodating with any question we had. We would recommend that the placement of the shower on the side of the house be highlighted.
It was a very luxurious home in which to vacation.
Richard K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher T.
Jul 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sand Castle
The home is gorgeous, spacious, well-furnished, and perfectly located.
Christopher T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
2/10 Terrible
Jim C.
Jun 30, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
great location we love St Augustine
very nice beach house
Jim C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kyle T.
Mar 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place and location to the beach
Property provides a true St. Augustine feel with great patios and spacious bedrooms. We enjoyed spending time on the decks and pool.
Kyle T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Megan R.
Jan 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and close to the beach
This house was beautiful and had lots of room. It was a short walk to the beach. The major con was the horribly rough toilet paper. I got food poisoning at a local restaurant and my sister in law had to go out on Christmas morning to get soft toilet paper for me. Also, we paid to have the pool heated and we were told that it was turned on, but it was still too cold to even sit with your feet in the pool. Other than those two things, the house was lovely and just right for what we needed.
Megan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sonja L.
Jan 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous, clean property
This property was gorgeous, kept up-to-date, and was in good repair. The decks had beautiful views. We grilled, went to the beach, and just hung out (concerns abaout covid kept us more house-bound than we otherwise would have been) and the property was great. In particular, the kitchen was spacious, clean, well-organized, and well-stocked with utensils, pots and pans, colanders, knives, and many useful spices and herbs. This was quite possibly the cleanest property I've visited from all my vrbo stays - my family, being neatniks, really appreciated this. We all felt totally at home and wanted to plan another stay right away.
We had a minor issue with water pressure during our stay, but both Amy (the owner) and Tonya (manager) were immediately on it and offered to send out a plumber immediately. Ultimately, we decided that the problem was too minor to justify the visit (my mother is 88 years old and we didn't want to risk her contracting covid). Nevertheless, it was reassuring to know that the owner was so responsive.
We'll definitely stay here again when we're in St. Augustine next. We highly recommend it.