Located in Butler Beach within a 5-minute walk of Butler Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Matanzas River. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 18 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
World Famous Oasis Restaurant - 2 min drive
Sandbar Pub - 4 min drive
Taco Libre - 3 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.
Surf View at St. Augustine -- 1 block from beach with enclosed, heated pool
Wake up to the soothing sounds of the surf and sweeping ocean views in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida. Located on scenic Butler Beach, this private coastal retreat is the perfect place to relax, recharge, and reconnect.
Just steps from the shoreline, this spacious and thoughtfully designed home features two ocean-view decks, a private pool, and plenty of room to gather with family and friends.
Whether you`re seeking adventure or total relaxation, you`ll be just minutes from local dining, shops, and the historic charm of St. Augustine—while still enjoying the peace and quiet of a tucked-away beachside escape.
Your unforgettable beach getaway starts here—book Surf View at St. Augustine today!
SURF VIEW HIGHLIGHTS: * Ocean views from 2- decks. Top deck has a panoramic view with an ocean breeze, and views of the sunrise that are unforgettable. * Screened & heated private pool (heating available for $150.00, must request two days prior). * Spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom layout for up to 16 guests. * Fully stocked kitchen for family meals & entertaining. * High speed Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace * Just 1 block from beach, a short walk in a quiet neighborhood. * Additional parking available.
LAYOUT * Entry level & Outdoor space Garage Private, screened, heated pool with lounge chairs Covered screened patio with patio furniture T.V. Dining table Refrigerator Wood burning fire pit with seating Gas grill Outdoor shower Foot washing area Foosball table Corn hole
* 1st floor Primary suite: King bed with ensuite bathroom (tub/shower), T.V. Bedroom 1: King bed, T.V. Bedroom 2: Full bed, T.V. Bedroom 3: 2-Full bunk beds Bathroom: Tub/shower with vanity Washer/Dryer Outdoor deck with ocean view & seating
* 2nd floor Primary suite: King bed with ensuite bathroom - includes a walk-in shower with dual shower heads and double sink vanity, T.V. Open floor plan: Living room w/ T.V., fully stocked kitchen and dining table (seats 10) plus bar seating Half bath Deck has amazing ocean views with dining table and additional seating for relaxing
EXTRA AMENITIES & DETAILS: * Playpen * Highchair * Stroller Additionally, rental companies are available nearby and offer delivery & pick up.
EXPLORE & ENJOY: * Just minutes from the Oldest City in the US. founded in 1565 * Amphitheater hosts concerts, farmers market, and more. There is always something happening at the Amphitheater! * Alligator Farm * Fountain of Youth * Fort * Lighthouse * Restaurants * St Augustine Pier * World Golf Village * Shopping 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. Please lock the door each time you leave the property. Pets are strictly prohibited. A fine of $500 will be assessed if traveling with a pet. No Smoking on the Property. Please rinse all the beach accessories before putting them away. Please rinse your feet and shoes before entering the home and leave shoes in the foyer or on the porch please. Quiet hours are between 11:00pm and 7:00 am. Please be kind to your neighbors. Please leave shoes at the door. Parking is permitted in the driveway only. Additional parking available behind the house, by the staircase. Swim at your own risk. Children are not allowed in the pool without adult supervision. We are not responsible for any accidents or injuries associated with the pool, or anywhere else on the property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed.
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
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 2,088 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 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
Rules
You must be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
107845
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Butler Beach within a short 4-minute walk of Butler Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Matanzas River. You'll also find St. Augustine Beach and Butler Beach State Park within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next to 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; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as a beach.
Are there hot tubs at St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool?
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 12.9 mi away (32 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool?
Yes, every house at St. Augustine Rose At the Ocean with Private Heated Pool comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.
Surf View at St. Augustine -- 1 block from beach with enclosed, heated pool Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kaitlyn B.
Apr 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property! Clean and spacious- the pool was perfect for our family. Walking distance to the beach. Quick drive into downtown. Would definitely rent again - great communication with property owners from start to finish. Highly recommend.
Kaitlyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
6/10 Okay
Emilee P.
Dec 4, 2025
This house needs some work. All indoor and outdoor cushions are dirty/worn and need to be replaced. All indoor rugs need to be replaced. The stove has no markings left so you have to guess low/high and what burner the knobs are for. Lots of random things scattered in the pantry. Windows are dirty - see pic. There is no exterior lighting by the pool/firepit so you are in the dark. Also hard to get out there, so you end up not using it as much. The pool also looks larger in the pictures than it is in reality. Interesting construction work in several places where the door hits a cabinet or a floor tile. Overall, the house felt a little dirty. The bed and sheets were clean.
Emilee P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Anna T.
Aug 23, 2025
We had our family vacation here with 3 couples, teens, small children and a 1.5 year old. We have been coming to St. Augustine for years and we love the area, especially Butler beach. This house was really close to the beach and could accomodate all of us. However, the house itself was not like the listing made it seem. The pool was smaller than it seems in the pictures. And the oustide needs quite a bit of updates like new furniture in the pool patio because they were really stained and worn, and the handrail on the outside stairs was broken. In the bedrooms, there was a lot of dust under the beds, baseboards, and on the ceiling fans. And in the kitchen we saw mold in the fridge water dispenser and the bottom of the dishwasher. Also, you get charged for "extras" like using the beach items, baby playpen, high chair and baby bathtub. No other house we have rented here has charged extra for any of that. Overall, we had a great time, but the house could definitely use a good cleaning and upkeep.
Anna T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly D.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful and easy. From check in to check out we had a great time and the house was just beautiful. Perfect location thank you.
Kelly D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Jennifer M.
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very nice with lots of room for our group of 9 to spread out. We did have some issues such as no WiFi & an ant infestation. The property management company was quick to respond & get our problems taken care of. The private pool was great & we loved that it was a short walk to the beach. The furniture does show some wear & a few of the outdoor cushions need to be replaced but the beds were comfy & the house was clean.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Cindy T.
Jun 19, 2025
Family trip
Pictures on the VRBO look a lot better than the actual house. Outside porch area looks like it’s been neglected & not kept up. The patio furniture is worn out/dirty. We didn’t want to sit on it. The pool area & patio screen needs to be cleaned. Disappointed in it. We didn’t feel comfortable eating down there. The pool is nice but was dirty. The manager said it’s cleaned on Tuesday/Thursday. We never saw anyone on Tuesday. Only 2 vehicles can be parked on the driveway. Parking can be done in the backyard but there’s low tree branches & grass that hasn’t been mowed in a long time. The shrubs are overgrown. Landscaping neglected. You have to walk through it all to reach the back step. The beds were not bad. Large washer & dryer were good. There are 3 1/2 baths. The master shower drained very slow. Kitchen is very well equipped for cooking. The living room furniture was uncomfortable and worn out. Covers had been placed on them. You could feel the metal frames. Needs replacing. The table area looks larger in the pictures. Tight squeeze if sitting by the wall. We loved the upstairs porch. No access to the downstairs outside doors or garage. From the pool area, you have to walk around to the front & up the stairs to get in the house.No details were given about the code only working on the 2nd floor door. Baby gates for the stairs should be included. You can rent for extra fee. Ants in kitchen and master bath. It needs some TLC. Location great. Walk or drive to beach.
Cindy T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Suzy C.
Jun 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Get your steps in
You have to make the 2nd payment on the property manager's website (not through VRBO) and they don't send a reminder. So, I almost forgot about it. Great location; a short walk in a quiet neighborhood to the beach access. Driveway is steep and cars bottom out on it. Park behind the house at your own risk as the yard is unkempt and hides a stump. There are no interior rooms on the 1st floor, so you have to hike up the driveway and up the outside stairs to the front door on the 2nd floor. Horrible first impression upon entering because the old and matted down carpet on the stairs is truly disgusting. Fortunately, everything else inside the house (beds and couches) was clean and comfortable. There were some weird quirks that we found: 1) No closet in the master suite. 2) No ceiling fan in the bunk room so air circulation was poor. 3) The 1st level has a screened-in porch and pool but no lights for nighttime enjoyment. 4) Kitchen on the 3rd floor was really tough, as we had to manhandle a full cooler up all the stairs. We enjoyed the pool initially but no one maintained or cleaned it while we were there so by the 5th day, there was a scum line or something around the entire pool. The patio furniture was filthy. An outdated "guest notebook" created confusion as to who handles the garbage and gave rigid check-out requirements. Thankfully, the property manager texted us the check-out procedures and we followed them. We enjoyed our stay, but would not consider this a luxe property.
Suzy C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
2/10 Terrible
Tom B.
May 20, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
False info
This property was grossly mischaracterized in the listing. The photos of the property were misleading, at best. Pool was coated with green algae on the sides. We requested, and were charged, for a heated pool. The heat was turned on on our second afternoon there, and it lasted for 24 hours before the power went out for 3 hours. The pool heat never came back on but, for those 24 hours of heat, it got up to 96 degrees. There were just so many things wrong with this property and the listing. There were photos of gas log in the fireplace but no gas. It's been disconnected. The pool furniture has rusted through on the legs so they're not usable. There is no closet in the master bedroom. There are no clocks in the house. There are no lamps in the living room. The living room furniture was covered with slipcovers and the sofa arm was missing it's padding. The freezer drawer required a power lifter to yank it open. The veranda furniture cushions were mashed and grossly soiled. In my opinion, this listing needs big time help. I will steer clear of this one in the future.
Tom B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
Apr 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring Break Weekend
This beach house was perfectly suited for our long family weekend during our spring break to Florida. Butler beach was ideal (not too busy) for our little kiddos trying to build sandcastles and boogie board in the surf. The house was a short walk to the beach. It had everything we needed for a filled family weekend
Michelle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Connie G., WI
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fam Vacation
We enjoyed the home, very cozy, walking distance to the beach not a problem and a very nice quiet neighborhood not a lot of traffic. And easy to get around in the Saint Augustine area.
Connie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Joe S.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view and convenient location
The house was nice. Some things needed some attention but overall was great. The weather was cold for the beach so we thought the pool would come in handy but it was also too cold. Some miscommunication with the property owners contributed. Make sure correspondence with them has been made before your trip. Short walk to beach that was not crowed at all. Beds were comfy. Overall great experience.
Joe S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eric G.
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
My family rented this property ! We were very pleased with everything . Location to beach and the accommodations were amazing! We will be back
Eric G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
We had a great stay here! The large kitchen table, front porch swings, quantity of bath and beach towels, and enclosed pool were some of our favorite features. There was a hiccup with the baby package items being left in a locked closet, but property management was very prompt in their response. We hope to stay here again soon!
Sarah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott S.
Jun 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation house
We had three families come from across the US and everyone loved the house. Great space and a fantastic location. The walk to the beach was easy and the pool was refreshing when we needed it. The common space in the house was great for the 10 of us and we loved sitting on the upstairs porch and swings. Would definitely recommend this house. Communication was great with the property management and the whole stay was easy and fun!
Scott S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanne H.
Mar 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday with kids and grandkids
The property was amazing, we loved our stay.
Very nice location, close to the beach and amazing sunset and sunrise from the top balcony.
Kitchen fully stocked with things to cook a good meal.
Pool was great.
We had a nice vacation with our three kids, their spouses and 5 grandchildren.
Feedback: Bunk beds are double sized beds and couches look like they pull out but the property management staff said they are not pullout couches.
Joanne H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
Mar 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Getaway
This house was PERFECT for a getaway with our friends and family. With 6 adults and 3 kids, there was more than enough space to spread out and not feel cramped. We didn’t have to share bathrooms, the kitchen had plenty of space fo cook and gather, and we had so many location options to lounge and relax. The pool was perfect for the kids- they would have just been content playing there for the entire stay haha! The beach is EASILY accessed by foot..when they say 4 minute walk, they mean it. And it’s a big beautiful white sandy beach to play and catch some sun. We had everything we needed, and the house is SO close to everything. Only a 15 min drive to historic St Augustine, plenty of grocery options, restaurants, and everything in between just minutes away. We had so much fun and it was exactly what we hoped for.
Sarah P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Tracy S.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A Very Nice Place
We very much enjoyed our time at the St. Augustine Rose. We gave it a 4/5 just cause there’s room for improvement in very minor areas, but overall the property is true to the listing. The location is great with a 2min walk to beach access. The beach is beautiful! Sandy beach that is combed of shells with refreshing ocean water. We had a tide pool that was the best kiddie play area we could ask for and our older kids loved boogie boarding in the waves. We loved the pool that was treated perfect and felt clean without burning our eyes and skin from chemicals. Downtown was about a 20 min drive and was very interesting and charming. A couple of suggestions for the property itself; a quick power wash of the pool and screened in area would make a big difference. Covers for the screened in area furniture- we were not able to use the furniture since it rained on on our first day and they stayed damp for the whole week. Cushions should probably be replaced soon as there were many stains. The driveway is at at least a 45 degree angle so my family members car kept getting scrapped pulling into and out of the driveway. Those of us with SUV’s had no problem but had to use our emergency break due to the extreme slope. The ice maker on the fridge was broken but the water dispensed nice cold filtered water. The inside was very nice and updated. Kitchen was updated and fully stocked. Living rooms and bedrooms were comfy. Overall very happy!
Tracy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Laurie F.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
St Augustine Rose
Beautiful home. Enjoyed spening time with my children and grandchildren. We have family in the area that we visit, so it makes it more special. A lot of stairs, would have been nice to use the elevator.
Laurie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara A.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A few bumps along the way
Had to involve the management company too many times for items such as wrong entry code upon arrival, broken bed, missing coffee pot, empty propane tank.
Additionally, to charge to rent beach chairs when you are walking distance to the beach is absurd. I have been renting beach homes for decades and never have been charged. Also, please note… if your house says sleeps 15, have 15 beach towels, 8 doesn’t work.
All in all, the management company was very responsive and took care of things on a timely basis.
Barbara A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gia D.
Feb 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Beautiful Getaway
Everything was clean and comfortable for our stay and we truly appreciated the fast response from our host. It was a wonderful stay! Thank you
Gia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Andrew S.
Feb 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Needs upkeep
Overall was ok but property management didn't have correct code for checking in, broken things in the home and just overall way too worn down and not upkept.
Andrew S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon F.
Dec 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
We rented this property for a family reunion and also to experience the Night of Lights. The house is set up exactly like it is shown in the pictures as far as number of beds. However the common areas are a little bit smaller than expected. We loved sitting on the upstairs porch where you could hear the waves and see the ocean. The kitchen is a very nice size and made it easy to cook for a large group. We also enjoy the fire pit and the heated pool. The downstairs covered area had moldy cushions and look like it needed to be cleaned. But other than that the rest of the property was very nice and well-kept. Our only real complaint is the sheets on the beds were very uncomfortable. But otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back!
Sharon F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Lauren C.
Nov 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Likely best for out of state guests
We live about 45 minutes away from this property and were looking for a staycation place to fit the whole family. This did meet the needs of our room/bathroom needs and the inside was clean and relatively updated. I could see where out of state guests looking to visit the beach would enjoy this property - it is walking distance to the beach and has a pool. However, being from the area we felt it was significantly over priced for the quality of the property. The pool is very small. We had an issue with the pool pump not properly working and the water was cloudy the day we got there. We communicated with the property manager through the app with minimal response to the issue. Finally I looked up the phone number to the property manager and called because the pool was getting to be very cloudy and we were concerned it was unsanitary. It took five days of our vacation for them to get someone out to fix and clean the pool. That was very frustrating. Other small things that could make this property better for guests: less air fresheners and better mattress protectors. There were so many air fresheners inside that it was nauseating. Additionally, each mattress is covered in a plastic mattress protector which is absolutely understandable. The problem is that the sheets are so thin, you’re basically sleeping on plastic and sweating all night. It’s not ideal. We likely would not rebook this same property and would probably not recommend it. It was just ok and for the price you want it to be more than ok.
Lauren C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Ethel D.
Oct 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Family Beach Weekend
A nice house just smaller than we thought. The kitchen was great, very well stocked. The beds were very comfortable.
We enjoyed sitting around the fire pit ( no fire because wood got wet when it rained) and visiting.
We had a couple of problems that were taken care of very quickly after contacting the owner.
One suggestion is to provide a something to prevent a fall in the bathtub/shower on 2nd floor. It was very slippery and nothing to grab on to.
The location was good. The out door elevator, which we did not know about until we arrived was a big help.
The pool was well used. It was a good weekend.
Ethel D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Robert (Bob) L.
Jul 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of the room, clean and we'll equiped
Would we stay again? YES. The kitchen was we'll equiped. Lots of room for our family of 11. The pool was great and the back yard was private. Quit location. Communication was a little weak. There were multiple contact points. Most were VBRO app and some were E-mail. No text. There were 4 different checkout instructions all a little different. We could see the ocean from the top deck, great place to see the sunrise and have coffee.