Located in Butler Beach within a short walk of Matanzas River, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of St. Augustine Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
Anastasia State Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
St. George Street - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles
Getting around
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 2 min drive
World Famous Oasis Restaurant - 19 min walk
Beachcomber Restaurant - 5 min drive
The Tides Oyster Co. & Grill - 4 min drive
Mango Mangos - 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.
St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach
Welcome to Island Cottage, the coastal 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental home. Located just minutes from the beach, this rental is perfect for spending some fun in the sun with friends and family. Take a walk to the shoreline or drive into St. Augustine to experience Alligator Farm, nightly ghost tours, and more! After a day outside, relax with a home-cooked meal in the modern kitchen before settling in on the spacious sectional.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Dog Friendly | Charcoal Grill | Boat Parking
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: 4 twin beds
INDOOR LIVING: Bedroom suite, Smart TVs w/ Roku TV access, ample seating, in-unit laundry OUTDOOR LIVING: Private backyard, picnic seating, walk to the beach KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, dishware & flatware, drip coffee maker GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, linens & towels FAQ: 4 exterior security cameras (facing driveway, sides of house, and backyard), pet fee (paid pre-trip), step-free access PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), garage (1 vehicle), RV/trailer parking permitted, boat parking available
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Butler Beach (1.0 miles), Treasure Beach (2.4 miles), Crescent Beach (2.9 miles), Matanzas Inlet (7.5 miles) FAMILY FUN: St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park (5.7 miles), Potter's Wax Museum (7.5 miles), Ripley's Believe It or Not! (7.5 miles) EDUCATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT: St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (5.5 miles), Castillo de San Marcos (7.3 miles), Old Jail Museum (8.2 miles) Lightner Museum (8.7 miles) AIRPORTS: Daytona Beach International Airport (52.7 miles), Jacksonville International Airport (59.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 dogs) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras on the roof, facing outward toward the driveway, sides of the house, and back yard. They do not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Evolve
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
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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
Unit size: 1,299 square feet
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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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: 10:00 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
475917
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Butler Beach within a short 10-minute walk of Matanzas River. You'll also find St. Augustine Beach and Butler Beach within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach?
Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.
Are there hot tubs at St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close 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 12.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach.
St Augustine 'Island Cottage' - Walk to Beach Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amy S., Fishers, USA
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay – Clean, Comfortable, and Well-Stocked
We had a fantastic stay at this property! Mark was a great communicator. The home was spotless, the beds were super comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. It was the perfect place to relax with our group. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others!
Amy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lauren S.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super place right near beach with an awesome host!
My family and I were thrilled with this place! Mark went above and beyond to ensure we had a great Thanksgiving time together. Location is quiet, safe, near the beach and a quick drive to the old city. The house is super clean, cute, comfortable and well-furnished. Beds were comfortable, water pressure was great, AC worked great. The little backyard area is fenced in and had many chairs to chill with our little dog (poop bags even provided)! The garage is clean and many amenities (beach chairs and toys, cooler, 2 nice bikes) are available for use. The beach is only a short distance away, and is gorgeous and HUGE. We loved walking there, but biking there is even easier. We loved the little Cuban restaurant/bakery down the road, and were happy there was a Dollar General there and a Winn Dixie not far away also. Getting downtown was a cinch, and we went there a couple times. Mark was so kind—he made sure we had ample dishes, baking dishes, cookie sheets, pots, pans, etc. to do all the cooking we did! The living room area has a nice new giant couch so everyone can be there while some are in the adjacent kitchen cooking. Mark set up another table adjacent to the first so we could all sit together for meals. He even provided an autumn-themed tablecloth for us! In short, we thought this was a great house for our needs, for a good value, with an awesome host. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would happily stay here again in the future.
Lauren S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura A.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house
We were very happy with our stay. It was a further walk than we expected, but it was manageable. Very clean. Perfect for a getaway.
Laura A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Lauren D.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family
It was a great house. Comfy beds, plenty of room for kids. Super clean and cute. I wouldn’t say it’s a walk to the beach though. There is no good walking access. We still needed to drive. Would still recommend and would stay here again.
Lauren D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie W., United States
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Island cottage
Great place to stay, very clean, well equipped and close to beach. We will stay there again.
Julie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mandy S.
Jun 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We enjoyed the stay! House was stocked with everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this house!
Mandy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
JOHN P.
Jun 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comforts of home
We enjoyed our stay very much. We were looking for a place that had all the comforts of home and found it. The whole process of renting was easy. We will be coming back.
JOHN P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan L.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family of 8
This property was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was a nice size with everything we needed to prepare a few meals, and there was plenty of seating for everyone. We especially liked having 4 twin beds in one of the rooms since we have 6 kids, and no one likes to share a bed if they don't have to. There was plenty of room to set up a pack'n'play in one of the bedrooms as well, which was nice. We weren't crazy about how close the house was to the main road, but we felt safe. The house was reasonably quiet, and the location was close to everything we wanted to see in St. Augustine.
Megan L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda G.
Dec 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Clean!
The property was exactly as advertised. Our contact reached out to us first, but we had no issues at all. The kitchen is fully stocked with any kind of pot/pan/baking dish you'd need.
My mom said it was the cleanest place she'd ever stayed (we travel a lot)! The location is convenient to everything. We will definitely come back when it's warmer to take advantage of the beach equipment.
Amanda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas K.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for 2 couples
2 king bedrooms. Perfect for my wife and I to spend time with her sister and brother in-law. Tile floors everywhere so both couples brought Chihuahuas. The pet fee was very reasonable. The house was spotlessly clean with lots of little extras, like dog poop bags in the backyard and charcoal and lighter fluid. TVs with satellite service in every bedroom and the family room. Communication with the owner was mostly through text but he always responded within a minute or 2.
Thomas K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katy J.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect for what we needed! Loved being able to take our dog with us! The house was spacious and had all the necessities without the clutter.
I never do this, but the way this has been handled by Evolve I want to warn others. If I could give this house a zero I would. It was absolutely disgusting. When we arrived, we pulled the master bed sheets back and there was hair in the bed. The master bedroom smelled like throw up. The floors were dirty. The trash cans were full. The couch is stained and disgusting. The grass was long. Just overall a horrible experience. I reached out to my “contact” person and they never responded. I sent an email at 10:36 that night, the next morning at 8:08 to Evolve directly. No word. Got on their login and started an instant chat and was emailed by their “safe team”. What a joke. I sent all documentation showing how gross this house was. No response back about what they would do to resolve. They were informed that we would not be staying another night. We had to go to target to get sheets to put on top, just to sleep that night because nothing else was available. We left the next morning and checked in somewhere else. I told them I would pay for the first night but did not think it was fair to pay any additional money since the house was so disgusting and we did not stay. We never heard back. Emailed them again on 4/13. They said they would refund $250 since they did not have time to fix the issues. How do you not have time to fix the issues when you were contacted 4 different times ? This company is a joke. Do not rent this house!! YUCK!!!!
ASHTON Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
Apr 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
St Augustine Trip
Great communication from the owner and the house was very nice! Good location and plenty of room for our group of 7.
Amy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elijah K.
Mar 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house just moments from downtown St Augestine beach and countless sandy beaches.
The property was clean and in order, it fit our whole party well and was cozy. The kitchen was stocked with all cooking utensils needed which was very impressive. The stay was well worth the money!
Elijah K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Dottie W.
Mar 5, 2023
Needs a little touching up
Place was okay for our needs. Wish the outside patio area was a little nicer. Mark was very receptive to our questions and needs.
Place needs a little touching up but close to the beach like we wanted
Dottie W.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Nichol B.
Jan 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely Delivered
We were looking for a quiet and convenient place while spending time with family visiting St. Augustine. This was just perfect!! Thank you 😁
Nichol B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karl H.
Jan 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and cozy beachy get a away
The property was perfect for our stay. We had 4 adults and 2 teens, we had lots of room for everyone. The water pressure in the showers was amazing. Great little local places to eat within walking or biking distance. Very Clean and cozy. I would suggest you bring your own pilliows foe sleep and extra blankets if its cold outside. There were no extras.
Karl H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kadie M.
Oct 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Girls Trip
Property was clean and accurately described. Location was close to several restaurants and a short drive to downtown. Very pleased with our stay!