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Lakeside Retreat |Private Pool| 8min walk Downtown

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81674 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Augustine, FL
  • Place, St. George Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagler College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponce de León Hall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of St. Augustine, within a 10-minute walk of St. George Street and Flagler College. .This vacation home is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from St. Augustine Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.
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What's nearby

  • St. George Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lightner Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Flagler College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ponce de León Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Brava - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tradewinds Tropical Lounge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casa Reina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dog Rose Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Athena Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakeside Retreat |Private Pool| 8min walk Downtown

Welcome to the historical Lakeside Retreat located in the heart of the eclectic Lincolnville neighborhood of Downtown St. Augustine - Effortlessly explore the Oldest City with a quick 8min walk into the Historical Downtown for all the top historic sights, hottest bars & restaurants. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom layout with a private, fully fenced front yard w/ sparkling clean, heated pool - Backyard is fully fenced overlooking the tranquil Lake Maria Sanchez.

The prestigious Lakeside Retreat was built circa 1926 and has been newly renovated with classic designer touches and a focus on high-end comfort for our guests. The space boasts amenities that are fabulously rare for any downtown stay including a private heated pool and expansive back deck overlooking Lake Maria Sanchez. Great place to enjoy a coffee and watch the sunrise over the lake - We have a propane grill on the property ready to go for our guests.

Spaciously sleeps 8 guests between the three bedroom layout and spread out in the open floor plan of the living room, dining room, and kitchen spaces. In addition, the home is stocked with board games, foosball table, and Xbox One with four controllers and games Halo 5, NBA 2K22, Call of Duty.

Roam the home and explore the folk art found on the walls with depictions of daily life told thorough paintings.

PRIMARY BEDROOM: King bed, Ensuite master bathroom with shower, Laundry closet, Smart TV (Sleeps 2).
GUEST BEDROOM 1: Queen bed, Smart TV, Closet, Dresser (Sleep 2).
GUEST BEDROOM 2: 2x Twin XL bunk beds, Smart TV, Xbox One (Sleeps 4).
GUEST FULL BATHROOM: Located next to Guest Bedroom 1 - Shower/tub combo.
LIVING ROOM: Couch for 3 guests, coffee table, couch for 2 guests, foosball table, Smart TV
KITCHEN: Brand new appliances including electric range, coffee maker (standard and Keurig) all kitchen essentials are provided.
DINING ROOM: Dining table for 6 guests (with two additional chairs provided).
ART: Enjoy and learn about the unique Folk Art pieces displayed throughout the home.
EXTERIOR: Private front yard with private pool and propane grill. Fully fenced back porch overlooking Lake Maria Sanchez stacked with outdoor furniture.
PARKING: The driveway can accommodate three standard size vehicles; If more parking is needed please reach out prior to arrival.

HEATED POOL: Pool will be heated from November through April - Outside of the months of November through April, guests can request to heat the pool for a charge of $250.
**Due to the heating system on the pool, the pool heater will only work at outdoor temperatures of 60 degrees or warmer**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,674 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please use caution when swimming in the pool. Children must be under adult supervision at all times in and around the pool area. The pool
The interior staircase leading to the upper level is off limits to guests for your safety. Please do not access this area during your stay.
St. Johns County enforces a noise ordinance beginning at 10:00 PM every night. Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep noise levels down after

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Lakeside Retreat |Private Pool| 8min walk Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lakehouse and highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway that’s close enough to town to walk there if desired. My mom, brother and I really felt at home here and enjoyed our stay. The views of the lake and local wildlife were amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. It truly has anything that you could ever need, including beach gear, kitchen wear, and all the other creature comforts of home. Super short, walk to downtown, which was a big plus for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelli U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Clean, spacious, an excellent location and a great view. We would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view is peaceful and refreshing. The bedrooms are comfy and roomie.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! We made dinner, played foosball, and slept in great beds. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and property is beautiful, clean, and very well maintained. The location on the lake is spectacular. We were so close to St. George Street, Flagler College, and many things to do. The host was very responsive to our questions and attentive. We had a wonderful time and would live to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for our honeymoon and the house was perfect! So close to Old Town which was exactly what we wanted. We will definitely be returning on future trips.Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The listing was exactly as described. Beautiful, clean and well stocked with kitchen, pool and beach amenities including beach chairs. We enjoyed the pool, walks into town and around the lake. The hosts were extremely reaponsive to even minor requests. We're planning to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great pool, great location! All made for a fantastic golf vacation for group of lifelong friends!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

Everything was as expected, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect. We loved the pool, the beautiful deck on the lake, and the close proximity to downtown activities. The hosts were very communicative and made us feel at home. I would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was beautiful, close to downtown. The pool was great. Lots of wildlife in the lake to watch. We loved our stay here. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve been coming to St. Augustine for the past 25 years, and this home sits in the ideal historic location right beside my favorite part of the old city. The home is big sleeps 6-8 comfortably. It has nice amenities. Enjoy the deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geralyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for bird watching

We really enjoyed sitting by the lake. House is comfortable, clean & great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Only thing I’d recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Awesome location! Property has everything you can think that you will need on vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristi g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Wonderful time with friend!! Perfect spot to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karla s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home, perfect location

We loved our stay at this home and wish it could’ve been longer! Had everything we needed and more.would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gay Len B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay immensely. The home was well appointed with everything you could possibly need even including beach chairs and towles, an ice cream machine ect...The property was so nice many times we chose to hang out there as opposed to going out on a tour or event.Would 100% recommend this property and host.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place and great for walking into to down town.

Awesome place to stay!! We loved it. Close to everthing for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside retreat in St. Augustine

Home was very clean and conveniently located. Enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

House was awesome! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place Great Location

The property and property managers exceeded our expectations. Strongly recommend this rental for couples, families, friends, close to downtown.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake house beauty

Amazing place. Love everything there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

Beautiful house with great views. Short walk to downtown..would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023