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Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly 1BR - Sleeps 4

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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St. Augustine, FL
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanzas River
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Butler Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Augustine

With a stay at this apartment in St. Augustine (Crescent Beach), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. .This beach apartment is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Flagler College and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.
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What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Matanzas River - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Butler Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • St. Augustine Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 23 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly 1BR - Sleeps 4

Welcome to Unit 2 – High Tide at Sand Castle Apartments, a comfortable one-bedroom vacation rental facing beautiful Crescent Beach. The apartment accommodates up to four guests with one queen bed and a double futon.

Step outside and enjoy the beach view, coastal breeze, and convenient beach access just moments from the property. Please note that the ocean is not visible from inside the apartment.

The unit features a well-equipped kitchen, dining table for four, central air conditioning and heating, a smart TV, a full bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower, and one designated parking space. Bath towels and beach towels are provided.

A shared, paid laundry room is available in the downstairs common area near Unit 4. Guests may access streaming services on the smart TV using their own accounts.

Crescent Beach offers a peaceful coastal atmosphere while remaining within driving distance of historic downtown St. Augustine, local restaurants, boating, fishing, and area attractions.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment features snorkeling nearby, surfing/body boarding nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

There are 2 guests in each bedroom. Additional guests are considered any number above 2 per bedroom and there is a charge listed on rates.
Pet Rules: NOT PETS ON FURNITURE PICK UP WASTE DOGS MUST BE LEASHED BOWLS IN KITCHEN NO BARKING NO UNATTENDED PET INSIDE/OUTSIDE

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 999 lbs per pet)
Note from host: We have a pet fee and rules apply.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Beautiful Florida Beachfront Apartment!

Steps to Crescent Beach - Pet-Friendly 1BR - Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Property was very clean, very comfortable, and right on the beach. Angela kept us informed every step of the way. I highly recommend this vrbo.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and right on the beach. It was the perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Beach front stay

Property was really nice, comfortable. It was easy to access and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice beach view in the mornings
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
You couldn’t ask for a better location! The amenities were great! Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Weekend Getaway

Great location steps away from the beach! Cute, clean unit with all the amenities needed for a beach visit. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessy O.

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

Beautifully kept secrets

We LOVED THIS ENTIRE TRIP! We had a blast! The location is ideal for people looking for a beautiful but quiet place. We felt like it was a well kept secret! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and comfortable. Wish it was a little more welcoming for my pup. I spent a lot of time on the floor but it was a clean floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

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

Return Visit

This was our second stay in this cozy bungalow. This is a very quiet location. We love the uncrowded beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Enjoyed where we stayed and enjoyed that area of Florida. First time there and I will be letting my friends know about it. Hope to do it again in the future!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlisa G.

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

Great little place on the beach

Clean place to relax alone. Right on the beach. Owner was courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane N.

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

Great location right on the beach and near fun towns

This property is right on the beach. A perfect location between Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Flagler Beach. The apartment we stayed in was small (especially the kitchen and the bathroom) but was nicely decorated and had everything we needed. The bed was very comfy and the linens were top notch. The weather was a bit cooler in mid February but we still enjoyed our stay very much. We would totally stay here again. It's hard to find a property right on the water that is quiet and not surrounded by high rises and this property fits the bill perfectly.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a perfect spot for myself and my husband. The apartment provided everything we needed and is so close to the beach. The apartment was clean and provided almost everything we needed. We just had to provide the groceries. It was quiet and we didn’t hear a lot of noise From the other occupants. We will return there again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marshella D.

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

Mrs

We've had several vacations in this particular vrbo. We love it here. Wevtry to schedule my birthday on the 4th here each year. Manager's available whenwver there is an issue. Hope to return next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Vacation

If u like a peace and quiet place along the beach this is great spot. There are turtles that rome the yard that was pretty neat to see. The only downside was u had to drive to get food or shop only one gas station across the street that pretty much had everything but anything else u would have to drive to. The parking lot was pretty roomy but over all I would stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well located for our beach stay. The apartment was very clean and well provisioned. It was laid out well and worked well for two people. It did need a small shelf in the shower. The parking could be a little more well defined. Other than those minor issues, property well valued.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

My vacation

Everything was amazing...... had all the amenities that a person could think of having and it was very clean. The views were spectacular and it was very quiet and peaceful. Had a fantastic time and would definitely come agian. Only complaint was that the stove and oven did not work and manager was no help at all. Only responded once and never got back to me.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Thomas L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

renter

The condo was marginal, location and, beach excellent, corporate staff excellent, property manager's interaction was only when I threatened to call corp. staff.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

My second anniversary

Thank you had the most amazing time there,my husband suprised me with a 42ft catamaran party cruise for the night,and finished it off with longhorn steakhouse,only concern I had was no smoking area and a private patio to sit in the morning and watch the sunrise or sunset ,that Linda bummed me out,my husband is disabled and couldn’t climb the stairs to the beach entrance and no regular vehicles allowed on the beach but 4x4s so no beach pictures besides that everything was wonderful and thank you again for the clean ,and friendly environment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurel T.

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

Okay

A dresser of some kind would have been nice. No good place to put clothes. Also, the shower pressure was terrible. Other than that, the location was great and the place was clean and adequately stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

The website made it look very big. It was small. It was very clean. It was hard to lock the door and we had to leave because my dog got sick and I was surprised I got a partial refund which I was grateful for, but I was surprised that I didn’t get more. I will never do this again. I like hotels where I can talk to people at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Just ok

This property had 2 positives. Location and it was clean. Sorta run down outside. No where to put anything down in bath room or bedroom. Pretty small in bath and bedroom. Heard lots of dogs barking in the place but luckily not at night much. Upstairs guest was really noisy at 3-4 am. So not a lot of sleep. Enjoyed the beach location. Parking was a bit of an issue. Hard to park and some guests were taking 2 spots.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Sweet spot right on lovely Crescent Beach

The owner, Dave, was attentive, responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Parking was just a few steps from our door, which made packing in and out easy. The unit was spotless and fresh / clean smelling upon our arrival and was perfectly suited to our needs. It was VERY quiet; no noise from neighbors, etc. The neighbors we met were very nice. We had a lovely beach view right out our front door and easy beach access via a walkover deck (I walked down the driveway and used the public vehicle access beach ramp instead, as I have 2 VERY bad knees, it was perfect for me). There were several common outdoor areas, all of which we were able to use and plenty of great views (we saw a gorgeous sunrise our first morning there). Overall a great experience, if we were to return to this area I would stay at this property again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia E.

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

Beautiful quiet beach location.

The building is under renovation and when you pull up, the outside is sketchy looking and you will question your choice. lol But as soon as we opened the door to our place those doubts went away. Inside was beautiful. Clean. Well decorated. Comfortable. It was our anniversary and they had left us a bottle of wine, flowers and a card. So sweet. And this building has its own boardwalk to the beach and a small sitting area at the top of the boardwalk. I sat out there and read a couple of times because of how quiet it was. The beach was pretty and uncrowded. We loved it and will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022