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Pool
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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool

Anastasia Lodge Cabana

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Kick back in this stylish vintage beach house, situated in the historic 1940s motor court right on scenic A1A, steps from the ocean! Anastasia Lodge Cabana is located on the Golden Mile of Old St. Augustine Beach, so this coastal haven is walking/biking distance to local restaurants and just a short drive to historic downtown.

The main home boasts two inviting bedrooms, and the third bedroom is a separate cabana out by the pool offering a futon bed and half bathroom. Additional amenties include a full kitchen, surf and paddle board, a grill, a plunge pool, and towels. A pool bath with an outdoor shower for beach days is located in the private courtyard. Just bring your suitcase and enjoy a calming retreat by the sea! You'll find cable TV and free WiFi here for all your entertainment needs. Central air-conditioning keeps everybody cool, and a private washer and dryer makes laundry easy.

This bright and airy jewel was deemed the Anastasia Lodge Cabana by local surfers and beach-goers due to its relaxed old-Florida appeal and ideal location, near the most gorgeous surfing beaches around. This historic cottage is located on the vast, non-driving part of the beach, across from the entrance to the beautiful Anastasia State Park; the views are absolutely pristine!

The State Park is full of nature and bird preserves. Your peaceful morning walks will go on for miles filled with endless natural beauty - it's a photographer's paradise! Peek out the living room windows towards the Anastasia State Park Beach Access just across the street, then walk out the front gate and stroll over to put your toes in the sand or have morning coffee at the famous FA's Cafe! FA is an old local surfer's term for First Access to the surf break/waves. This is a perfect spot for swimming, fishing, or watching local paddle boarders and surfers enjoying our salty St. Augustine lifestyle near the Pier.

Walk right across the street to the Wednesday morning oceanside farmer's market for local goodies or walk next door to Salt Life Food Shack for lunch with ocean views, just minutes to the downtown shopping & nightlife!

Book your stay at this one-of-a-kind beach home today!

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
The cabana is not safe for unattended children as there is no lock to keep them in, or a fence around the pool.
The pool is not/can not be heated.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Augustine Beach - 2 min walk
  • St. Johns County Ocean Pier - 3 min walk
  • St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - 4 min drive
  • Anastasia State Park - 4 min drive
  • St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beachcomber Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from St. Johns County Ocean Pier and St. Augustine Beach. Fiesta Falls Mini-Golf and Tolomato River are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Bright 1940s beach cottage with cabana plus private pool Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 112 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Jeannie W.

Family Vacation
The house is a quaint cottage with a nice small pool and plenty of towels and beach towels. We had a wonderful time however the oven door and freezer door needs to be replaced.
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Convenient location easy walk to the beach!
We loved the location and also the pool to quickly cool off. I really liked the living room furniture:) great beach vibe

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great location
Everything was as good or better than expected. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Perfect Location
We loved the proximity to the beach, Pier, restaurants, even a Starbucks right across the street, The little cottage was perfect for the 2 of us. We enjoyed the patio with pool, as well as long walks on the beach. We would love to return.

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Truly just an amazing experience great food and lots of fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Lovely little home
The house is nice and the back yard patio is very spacious. However the stove is still not fixed, the bathroom doors don't lock and the cabana has a hole in the roof. There's a few other maintenance issues. I made a call and they came right out the next morning.

10/10 Excellent

Len D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sons’ wedding
Great location, close to everything in St Augustine. Walk to beach, restaurants and close to old town. Quiet neighborhood and heated pool. Great Family retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeannie W.

Cute cottage
The house was perfect for us. Loved the pool and nice comfortable beds. Close to beach and restaurants. Will be back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Gayle W.

Our week at Anastasia Lodge Cabana
We loved the modern amenities and additions to this original and classic beach home at St. Augustine Beach. We were disappointed that we were unable to use the pool due to issues with the pool heat and the delay in repair of the pool heat. We were refunded the additional charges for pool heat though. The beach was a very short walk away and we were able to watch a SpaceX launch from the beach. There are also several restaurants within walking distance. Very convenient access to Old St. Augustine too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for girls trip
Property was as promised. Beds were comfy and the pool in the back was great for those days we weren’t at the beach. Location is close to downtown St Augustine and the beach. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Felix R.

Our 2nd time here
To come back when you’re done visiting the beach just to get into the heated pool is the best feeling. The cleanliness has been top notch both visits, and the pool guy has come both times, so you know it is well maintained.

10/10 Excellent

Mar A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach stay
Loved location, restaurants and beach near by. Quaint cottage. Lock was somewhat complicated
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Neely B.

Great House
We had a really great stay! However there are some quirks with the house. The third bedroom/cabana is more like a pool house/shed/storage. So it smelled like chlorine and moldy/wet. So it didn’t feel safe to sleep and breathe in. The other rooms were fine and with the pullout couches it worked to have nobody sleep in the pool house. The picture in the listing of the cabana is outdated - it’s just a stained/dirty futon. The pool and deck are really great, lots of outdoor seating and a quick walk to restaurants/beach. The oven door is broken (like others reviewed), so if you turn it on it takes forever to cook anything and heats the whole house. Overall I would still recommend the house I just wouldn’t plan on sleeping in the cabana or plan much cooking for meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E., Augusta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Beach Bungalow with an Incredible Location
We have loved our time at this amazing rental home. The beach is just steps away and the included surfboard was such a thoughtful touch. The backyard plunge pool was just what we needed with five kids ages 5 to 13. I highly recommend staying here and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tony W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the pool!
Great location and we loved the outside space! M Bedroom mattress needs to be replaced but other than that it was very nice and we had a great time.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lizz A.

Recommend!!!
Very clean spacious house. It was my first time staying in a rental house compared to hotels and I loved it!! Never again will I vacation in a hotel room!! Everything was smooth from the time I checked in and checked out!! I wish checkout was a littler later than 10am but that’s me!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Connie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
St. Augustine wedding
The home is amazing. We were there for my son’s wedding in town. The location is perfect. Beach is across the street, restaurants in walking distance, stores close by. The home description on your web site needs to be adjusted to show as a two bedroom. The third bedroom is not a bedroom. It is a pool house with a futon. The pool house smells of a strong chemical smell and dead ants keep reappearing on the futon daily. A human can not sleep in there for fear of health issues with the smell and ants biting them. We did count of that bedroom as a room and it was a problem with a bedroom not available. A member of our party had to sleep on the main living room couch. We had an infant and the room needed to be available during the night and early morning hours. With someone sleeping in living room it was difficult for my daughter to care for her baby and difficult for my son to sleep. For the next renter that should be adjusted to show two bedrooms. We really did enjoy the home. It was a very relaxing atmosphere. The back yard is so much fun. We enjoyed the pool. Thank you for renting to us for our mini vacation for my son’s wedding.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pilar F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
This cabana is charming- very cozy and quaint- has everything you need for a nice getaway. The house was fairly clean upon arrival but could have used a little more attention to detail- example- the soap used by a previous rental was still in the shower, some of the floor was grimy. The only situation is that the queen bed collapsed on our first night, and we had to sleep on a mattress on the floor for 6 nights because it could not be replaced immediately. However, the property association were great in communicating, checking it out, assisting, etc. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
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6/10 Okay

Beth M.

So so location
My boys and I spent 5 nights at this home. Location is good if you want to fish on the pier. This was a reunion trip for us and I had planned on cooking my kids favorites. We weren’t able to do much of that because the oven door did not close properly and heat escaped and the bottom of the oven wasn’t clean so it would smoke every time we tried to cook…sometimes to the point of setting off smoke detector. The daily pans were terrible…you really need to invest in a small-medium-large pan to do the basics. Two of the beds were comfortable but the others were dismal for an adult. And to top it off, the police were out two nights in a row dealing with unknown people hanging around for hours (we didn’t call police… neighbors did). We travel somewhere different every year… this was our most expensive nightly rate but the lowest quality.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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6/10 Okay

Eric M.

House is great but…
The house is great as is the location but they are not very clear about the " heated pool “ or the "3rd" bedroom. The pool was cold and we were told that we should have given 72 hours notice for the heat to be turned on. It says this NOWHERE that I can find which means it is not clearly stated. The listing says HEATED pool. I asked for it to be turned on at that point but was refused, why? The 3rd bedroom is a sitting room of the other bedroom with a sleeper sofa, was not comfortable. Shouldn’t be listed as a bedroom without a bed in it. There is plenty of room so they should just put a bed in there. Other than that our stay was fun the place is old but well kept the backyard is very cool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Maggie C.

Love Hate Relationship
Pros: Very clean Lovely private back yard Great proximity to the beach Comfortable space Comfortable bed in primary bedroom Vacasa responsive to help texts, calls and fixing problems Lots of beach chairs and towels Easy check in No local recommendations, info etc like you get with most vacation rentals Cons: Pool pump broken upon arrival and notified 4 hours after checking in (fixed on day 5 of 8 day stay) Air conditioning died one early morning and was fixed by 7:15 pm same day - it was 87 in the house by the time it got fixed Very uncomfortable bed in second bedroom (multiple reviews mentioning this) Beach umbrella was broken upon arrival Cabana is definitely not an appropriate bedroom as advertised (smells, very stuffy, Bed not made upon arrival) 3 conflicting sets of checkout instructions (VRBO (booking), Vacasa (property management) and posted on the wall in the house
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
My family and I were in town for a wedding and we recently experienced a loss in our family. I must say that being at this home provided some much needed peace and serenity. The pool and backyard area is just magical... and being able to walk right across the street to watch the sunrise was extremely convenient and serene. Sometimes you sign up for something, hoping for the best, which is really what we were doing, considering a previous recent catastrophe we had with VRBO in LA. However, this place was just like what we had hoped for, in fact exceeded our expectations. ONLY complaints: 1. The 2nd bedroom mattress needs to be replaced. My husband and I slept on this bed and had back pain the entire trip. 2. The listing showed a paddle board and/or surfboard available for use and those were not anywhere to be found. 3. I love white towels and use them at home, but these towels were a bit dingy and need a deep wash with bleach to be extra clean for guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Great location and beautiful place to relax
The house is a cute little bungalow located across from beach access. There is a short walk across the road to the beach. We spent most of our time going out in the old city at night and relaxing by the pool or on the beach during the day. There a Publix's very close. Realistically you could ride or walk almost anywhere. Our trip was a girls trip of 5 women. There were 2 bed rooms with a back room we used as an extra bedroom that has a pull out couch and door that closes. We also used the living room couch sofa bed. There is a twin bed in the pool house/room area but I really only think a kid would want to stay in there. The pool was great. It was very cold when we got there. The manager turned on the heater which did help but took a day and a half to make a difference. The only issues we had were minor. Had to call for extra sheets for the sofa beds but they did bring them. Also there was no info on trash pick up and when we got there the trash was already full. Also everyone was a little congested while in the house so maybe some issues with mold/ allergeans but nothing obvious, no smells or sightings of anything . Figure this may just be part of being in Florida with all the humidity and flooding they get. Overall it was a great place. Felt we all fit well with enough space. There was great outdoor eating and places to relax. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy beach house
This little house was very cute and fit our family's needs - two adults and two teens. There are two bedrooms and two living areas with pull out sofas. Overall the place was large enough for our family of four. Having the pool was nice when we wanted to get a break and the covered back porch was wonderful for watching the rain. This is an older house so if you have an expectation of large and spacious areas you should reframe your perspective. If you like 50s / 60s cottages then this is your cup of tea. The location of the house is convenient to the beach, the pier, and to some really cute dining establishments. We enjoyed listening to the music from Salt Life in the evening if you are on the back deck. We had to work with the property manager on two separate issues (very loose bedroom door knob and a broken lamp) and they were responsive and helpful for both incidents. The house was clean when we arrived however I would recommend that the cleaning crew dust the air vents from time to time. One point of caution regarding the wood deck - splinters. We would highly recommend not walking barefoot on them as we had two major splinter incidents during our stay with each splinter being about an inch long. Thankfully we had packed a first aid kit and all was well but the decking is wood and it is subjected to Florida weather and a pool. Overall we really loved this house and would highly recommend it! Its a true gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Kathryn W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Celebration at the beach!
We spent 3 days at Anastasia Lodge having a bachelorette weekend. There were 7 of us total. This is a great location. The pool in backyard was essential and pretty much where we hung out. Lots of room and space to spread out. I would recommend a beach cart if you plan to go to the beach. It is about a 7 minute walk if you use the cross walks. The beach is beautiful and there is a large splash pad. You are right by the pier but it is $2 per person to enter the pier. You are at minimum 15 min to the main downtown part of st Augustine depending on traffic which can be nuts at certain times of the day. Take an Uber! The house itself is pretty private. It was quiet and the pictures are accurate. We all slept comfortably. There was a bed in the little pool house but it’s more like a massage table and the pool house has a very strong chemical smell. Can’t imagine sleeping in there. There is a 1/2 bath in the pool house which was nice. The kitchen is fully stocked. It has a single bullet blender and no crock pot or cutting board (at least I never found them). We had to call and request extra washcloths, a sponge, and trash bags and they were all brought right over. The home is beautifully decorated and again looks like the pictures. 2 queen beds and 2 queen sleeper sofas. Now for just a few negatives. Seems like the cleaning crew needs some attention to detail. The bedspreads and pillow shams all need to be washed. The ones in master room leading to pool especially! There were food crumbs under the dining table and some other random places that got missed. The front of the refrigerator had not been cleaned for a while. I think the floors needed a good mop. Maybe they just got vaccuumed but need to be mopped and I only found a broom and a bottle of Windex. The outside trash was an issue. It was so full from the previous renters it was hard to find a place to put any of our trash. 2 cans and 2 recycle bins were packed when we got there. Not sure if the trash didn’t get taken out on the prior Monday but it smelled bad and was right next to the grill. Not sure if we were required to recycle but if we are 2 cans inside should be provided. One for trash one for recycle. To address previous reviews..the towels and sheets were all clean and fresh. Both beds were very comfortable so maybe one of the mattresses got changed. I did not sleep on either sofa but no one complained about them. Overall weekend was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021