BEST BEACH Gorgeous Ocean Views - Renovated Like POTTERY BARN - Beach Steps Away in St Augustine Beach

Sleeps 7
2 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
1200 sqft.

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SEASIDE COTTAGE 2 - 2 BEDROOM 3 BATH - SLEEPS 7 Renovated Two Story Home with GREAT OCEAN VIEWS on the BEST BEACH (No cars, No long catwalk & scores of great restaurants within walking distance + only 5 Miles to DOWNTOWN) - Great Open Plan with stunning Views from the Covered Balcony that runs the full length of the home with 2 Private Bedroom Suites downstairs each with their own bath (1 King & 1 Queen) + a Twin Daybed and Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Greatroom with Full bath so you can comfortably sleep 7. Complete with Outdoor Shower, Beach Chairs, Boogie Boards & a Paver Patio with Grill & Private Dining. Need more space there are 3 more Cottages for your friends! Covid-19 Update: We are Open and following the new CDC ...

SEASIDE COTTAGE 2 - 2 BEDROOM 3 BATH - SLEEPS 7

Renovated Two Story Home with GREAT OCEAN VIEWS on the BEST BEACH (No cars, No long catwalk & scores of great restaurants within walking distance + only 5 Miles to DOWNTOWN) - Great Open Plan with stunning Views from the Covered Balcony that runs the full length of the home with 2 Private Bedroom Suites downstairs each with their own bath (1 King & 1 Queen) + a Twin Daybed and Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Greatroom with Full bath so you can comfortably sleep 7. Complete with Outdoor Shower, Beach Chairs, Boogie Boards & a Paver Patio with Grill & Private Dining. Need more space there are 3 more Cottages for your friends!

Covid-19 Update: We are Open and following the new CDC Cleaning Guidelines. The Restaurants are Open at 100% capacity and masks are required in stores but everything is open. With Free Wifi and your own Private Beach House, now is the perfect time to "Work from Home" while enjoying loved ones, the Sun, and the Beach! Plus the St Augustine Festival of Lights turns Downtown into a Magical city through January 31.

In 2012 we completed a TOTAL renovation of 4 Homes located on one OCEANFRONT lot at 2 9th Street, the "Center" of the "Best Section" of St Aug Beach. Loads of activities & restaurants within walking distance. No long 10-minute catwalk before you reach the sand. No Cars are allowed on the Beach. Just powder white sand steps from your door. Seaside Cottage 2 is my favorite. With 'Top-of-the-Line' finishes that make it look like a Coastal Living centerfold. It boasts an Open Greatroom, Kitchen, Dining space on the second floor with amazing Ocean Views from the Covered Deck that runs the entire length of the home. There are 2 Private Bedroom Suites downstairs each with their own bath (1 King & 1 Queen) + a Twin Daybed and Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Greatroom with a Full bath so you can comfortably sleep 7.

Located just 5 miles from Historic Downtown St Augustine, my goal was to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" for small to large groups. All the Cottages are renovated in the same Coastal Style. Crisp White Linens. Beadboard walls. Soft beach colors. I want you to tell your friends this is your favorite place (and bring them with you next year). With 4 Cottages ranging from 1 to 5 bedrooms there is room for everyone yet everyone has their space. It does not get any better than this!

It starts with the second-story Greatroom and the spectacular ocean views ...

OCEAN VIEW GREATROOM - To recreate the feel of a true beach house we wanted real Heart of Pine floors. Here you cannot go new. You have to go old. They don't sell the good stuff anymore. We found a mill in Georgia and had the floors made for us out of 100 yr old timbers from a building out of Nashville, TN (only 50 miles from where I grew up in Shelbyville, Walking Horse Capital of the World). Then we added a huge side picture window to enhance the view and two sets of French Doors opening out to a Covered Oceanfront Balcony with amazing Ocean Views, Breezes, and Sounds. The Balcony runs the entire front of the Cottage and has uninterrupted views over the smaller one-story Cottages. In St Augustine, you really must be on the second floor to have the true Ocean View and this Cottage sure does. For your entertainment, we added a wall-mounted Big Screen TV with Comcast and Wireless Internet. Even a Streaming Video box for YouTube and Netflix (if you have an account). You can even view the family photos together on the big screen or share hours of fun playing games on the large Dining Table. We provide several, but I recommend Rummikub. It is our family favorite and can be played from 5 to 95. It is a game where you actually have to think and I hope it will become a tradition in your family too and make you think or your stay in St Augustine for years to come. There are 2 Bedrooms downstairs with private baths but if you need more space the Greatroom leather sofa folds out into a Queen Sleeper with access to a Full Bath by the Kitchen. We've also added a Twin Daybed for extra seating/sleeping.

GOURMET KITCHEN - We had the kitchen custom-made. Lots of glass doors so you could find things, even beadboard inside to give it that "Beachy" look. And "white granite" counters. It is in all the magazines, so I had to have it, but can't tell you how hard it was to find. The stainless appliances feature the new French door refrigerator, a convection Smooth Top Stove with 2 ovens so you can cook 'two things at once & the quietest dishwasher I have ever heard. It is fully equipped with Pottery Barn dishes and glasses and all the pots, pans, and utensils you'll need to create a gourmet meal. You will enjoy cooking so much and you may save enough money to stay another night! We hope so.

TWO BEDROOMS with PRIVATE BATHS - The Bedrooms are both downstairs. Here we used a cool, soft gray marble. The most beautiful stone I've ever seen. There is one King Bedroom and one Queen. I had both Headboards custom-built with Reading Sconces on each side for those who love reading in bed. Plus 42" wall-mounted TVs and wireless internet. Both bedrooms have their own private bathrooms. One with a large 6' shower and 2 showerheads. The other with dramatically lit Garden Tub and separate "Rain-head" Shower.

OUTDOOR GRILL & DINING. In the back is a huge paver patio with private Dining featuring New String Lights for the atmosphere. It is a combo grill for both gas and charcoal since we did not know which you would prefer. Also, an outdoor shower with hot and cold water when returning from the beach. Chairs and Boogie Boards were provided as well as both Bath and Beach towels.

PRIVATE WASHER/DRYER in the Kitchen

2 PARKING SPOTS

NO PETS - NO SMOKING - NO PARTIES

NEED MORE SPACE? - Remember, if you need more space or less, there are 4 Cottages in all at the Seaside Cottages located at 2 9th Street. Check out the other Cottages on the Homepage and instead of putting a City put the number at the end. Be sure and have at least 1 Guest chosen. We can sleep up to 35 : )

COTTAGE #1 - 5 Bedrooms + Bunk Room for 2 small kids + 2 Singles in the Alcove + 2 Queen & 1 Single Sleeper Sofas & 5 Baths - Sleeps 19 -997177

COTTAGE #2 (Described Here) - 2 Bedrooms + 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa + 1 Twin Daybed & 3 Baths - Sleeps 7- 997263

COTTAGE #3 - 2 Bedroom +1 Queen Sleeper Sofa & 2 Baths - Sleeps 6 - 3528115

COTTAGE #4 - 1 Bedroom +1 Queen Sleeper Sofa + 1 Twin Daybed & 1.5 Baths - Sleeps 5 -3528116

If you need even more space check out the Chautauqua just a few streets south at 2 1st Lane:

The Chautauqua - 6 Bedrooms + 3rd Floor Bonus Room with 4 Singles & 1 Double + Greatroom Queen Sleeper Sofa & 2 Single Sleeper Sofas & 6.5 Baths - Sleeps 21 - 128579

Or my 2 Downtown Options located an easy Half-Mile Stroll to St George Street which is the center of the Historic District :

Historic Lady - 3 Bedroom 4 Bath - Sleeps 10 - 4198392

Romantic Getaway Guesthouse (Behind the Historic Lady) - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Sleeps 4 - 4079442

Palm View (2nd Floor) - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Sleeps 9 - 4646734

Secret Garden (1st Floor) - 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath - Sleeps 5- 4647397

Lemon Guest House (Both Floors) - Both Floors - 4 Bedroom 3.5 Bath - Sleeps 15 - 4651526

BEST BEACH - Now to the Beach and why I call it the "Best Beach". You need to do your research here. There is a tremendous difference and only 18 in the Best section located North of A Street. Why? I have 5 reasons...

1. The SAND. The sand is like powder, not coarse ground-up shells like Vilano to the north. This is the white powder you are looking for. Great for drip castles!

2. The OCEAN is RIGHT AT YOUR DOORSTEP. There is no longer raised boardwalk like further south along Atlantic View with a 5-minute walk across the dunes to navigate with the cooler & chairs before you ever get to the water. Here the ocean and the VIEW is steps from your door. Be careful. There are some "beachfront" homes that are so "far from the beach" because of the sand dunes that you can hardly "see" the ocean.

3. There are NO CARS. This is a major distinction. Everything south of A Street has Cars. Imagine trying to play paddle ball or throwing a football with cars continually passing by & having to be on constant baby alert. Not while you are on vacation!

4. The beach is WIDE and level with GREAT WAVES. You have to be careful here too. Some beaches to the north on Vilano are narrow & steep, even with rocks, and the slope of the beach affects the waves. They break right at the shoreline so close in you can't ride boogie boards. The locals consider this the BEST SURFING around. There is a Surf Shop, Pitt Surf, at A Street where you can rent boards and take lessons. You don't have to worry. This is not the West Coast. Waves are not too big and not too small. They are "just right". But you will have loads of fun with the boogie boards provided at The Seaside Cottages free of charge.

5. Last but not least, the beach is within WALKING DISTANCE of loads of restaurants & shops. Many beaches both north and south are so isolated you have a long drive to get to anything. Not The Seaside Cottages. It is so nice to be able to walk over to a restaurant for breakfast or send the kids out an Ice cream cone. We have an amazing number of "wonderful" restaurants within walking distance. Our favorite Sunset Grill is a must. Even Live music at Cafe 11 & funky Jacks BBQ. At the Fishing Pier, the Kids will love the Splash Park plus Beach Volleyball courts, there is a Farmers Market on Wednesday and Free Live Music Concerts every Wednesday night in the Summer. How wonderful is that? Publix and Starbucks are only 1.5 miles away. There is a park half-mile north on Pope with Tennis or a YMCA for swimming or workout w/Daily or Weekly memberships if you are not a member at home. Just south is Miniature Golf which kids will love. And Royal St Augustine Golf for the Adults close by on 16. (World Golf and TPC/Sawgrass are about 30 minutes). See THINGS TO DO on my Website or call to let me know what you are looking for. I always answer my phone!

ONLY 5 MILES to DOWNTOWN - There is more to St Augustine than just the Beach. Our Downtown founded in 1565 is the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the US and one of the Top 6 Florida destinations according to US News & World Reports. (They rank us #2 Best Affordable Honeymoon Destination and our Beach #5 in the USA). You'll feel like you are back in time. Strolling Old World Walking Streets. Romantic Lighting. Outdoor Music filling the air. There are scores of Historic Sights and fabulous Restaurants. Call or my LIST of THINGS TO DO. With the Beach and the History, we are truly a "Must Do".

BOOKMARK ME - Please keep us in mind for small or large groups both at the Beach or Downtown. In addition to the other 3 Cottages on this lot ranging from 1 to 5 Bedrooms (Sleeps 5, 6 & 19) just a few blocks south, we have an even larger Oceanfront home, The Chautauqua, with 7 Bedrooms & 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 21). Downtown are 2 Historic Homes just 2 blocks from each other, great for Wedding Guests, that range from 1 to 4 Bedrooms (Sleeping 2 to 14 each - 28 Total).

CALL LINDA - My goal is to create the "Ultimate Vacation Experience" on the "Best Beach" and have it become a part of "Your Family Tradition".

Amenities

Balcony
Beach Chairs
Beach Towels
Deck / Patio
Outdoor Furniture

DVD Player
Games
Satellite / Cable
TV

Air Conditioning
Bed Linens Provided
Dryer
Hair Dryer
Heating
Iron & Board
Towels Provided
Washing Machine
Wireless Internet

Internet
Parking

Coffee Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Dishwasher
Grill
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stove
Toaster

Budget Friendly
Children welcome

Cooking Utensils
Dining Area
Outdoor Charcoal Grill
Outdoor Gas Grill
Terrace / Balcony

Location Info

St. Augustine Beach is a small city on Anastasia Island known for its wide, Atlantic Ocean-facing beaches. St. Johns County Ocean Pier offers fishing, plus a beachfront park with volleyball courts, a playground, and a children’s splash zone. A sea turtle nesting site, Ocean Hammock Park has a nature trail and picnic areas.

Rates & Fees

Nightly rates range from $249.00 to $708.00

From	To	Minimum Stay	Nightly Rate
01/17/2023	02/16/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/17/2023	02/20/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/21/2023	02/23/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/24/2023	04/06/2023	3 nights	$369.00
04/07/2023	04/10/2023	3 nights	$369.00
04/11/2023	05/25/2023	3 nights	$369.00
05/26/2023	05/29/2023	3 nights	$369.00
05/30/2023	06/02/2023	3 nights	$369.00
06/03/2023	06/30/2023	7 nights	$434.00
07/01/2023	07/08/2023	7 nights	$572.00
01/17/2023	02/16/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/17/2023	02/20/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/21/2023	02/23/2023	3 nights	$249.00
02/24/2023	04/06/2023	3 nights	$369.00
04/07/2023	04/10/2023	3 nights	$369.00
04/11/2023	05/25/2023	3 nights	$369.00
05/26/2023	05/29/2023	3 nights	$369.00
05/30/2023	06/02/2023	3 nights	$369.00
06/03/2023	06/30/2023	7 nights	$434.00
07/01/2023	07/08/2023	7 nights	$572.00
07/09/2023	08/05/2023	7 nights	$434.00
08/06/2023	08/31/2023	3 nights	$378.00
09/01/2023	09/04/2023	3 nights	$378.00
09/05/2023	10/05/2023	3 nights	$299.00
10/06/2023	10/09/2023	3 nights	$299.00
10/10/2023	11/09/2023	3 nights	$299.00
11/10/2023	11/13/2023	3 nights	$299.00
11/14/2023	11/21/2023	3 nights	$299.00
11/22/2023	11/25/2023	4 nights	$572.00
11/26/2023	12/23/2023	3 nights	$299.00
12/24/2023	12/26/2023	4 nights	$649.00
12/27/2023	12/28/2023	3 nights	$299.00
12/29/2023	01/01/2024	3 nights	$708.00

About Owner

My name is Linda Bayles. I have been a Realtor in the Jacksonville/St Augustine area ranking in the Top 1% of Agents since 1998. In 2005 I walked into a 1926 beach cottage direct oceanfront on St Augustine Beach and knew I had found my calling. I wanted to 'Create' a vacation space for Families. Large extended families. A place were Cousins, Grandmothers, Uncles and Aunts can comfortably come together to reconnect and enjoy each other away from the demands of the outside world. I come from a large family of 5 children as does my husband, Brad. Some of my fondest memories are when we all got together to just 'hang out' for 3 or 4 days. The little ones always come up with a 'play'. The adults always congregate in the Kitchen passing down the 'Family Recipes' to the next generation and playing Games. We are a big Game playing family. Specifically Rummikub. We start them at 5 and My Mother is still going at 95. If you have never played, you must. I make sure there is one in each house. Once you are hooked and have one of your own, I hope you will think of your St Augustine stay every time you play.

So I bought that 1926 Craftsman, gutted it and turned it into The Chautauqua which sleeps 21. It has been a rewarding success. In 2011, my Father expanded the tradition and bought 4 homes on one Oceanfront compound on 9th Street. We could not believe our luck and spent the next year remodeling them into The Seaside Cottages. We started renting them in June of 2012. The Best part is not only the homes but the BEACH. There are only 18 streets on the "Best Beach" - No cars. No Catwalk. The ocean right at your door. Everything within walking distance.

In 2016 I moved to Downtown St Augustine and added 4 more Downtown Homes walking distance of St George Street, the Center of Historic Downtown and all the Restaurants, Sights and Music. It is absolutely charming at night. You will feel you are strolling an old European City. A must see.

I hope you will stay with us and create memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Feel free to call me any time day or night at 904.465.3852.

PS: I am also a Realtor. I work primarily as a Single Agent. There are not many of us out there. Most Realtors work as neutral Transaction Agents. You can google 'Buyers Agent' to get an overview of the difference. I think it is big. Just ask yourself the question, Would I want the other sides Attorney to represent me too? That's it in a nut shell but the amazing thing is, unlike Attorneys, it does not cost you anything to have your OWN Realtor representing just YOUR interest. We are all paid by the Seller. So .... I would love to help if you are thinking about buying or selling in the area. Just call and I will send photos of what's available. Once here I would love to give you a tour of the area and take you "shopping". We can see about 4 per hour and you have me as long as it takes.

Policies

Check-In Time : 03:30 PM
Check-Out Time : 10:00 AM

Suitable for Children

General Policies

House Rules

No Parties / Events AllowedNo SmokingNo Pets

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation Policy

Full Refund before 60 days of check in minus 150 rebooking Fee

Reviews

(Based on 10 reviews)

- 02/01/2022 -

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

"Nice stay and clean property. Tub and showers wonderful. Comfortable beds and nice view off the deck of the Atlantic ocean. We will return."

- 01/01/2022 -

Sunny Cottage

"After driving 1200 miles, it was wonderful to land at Linda's comfortable and clean cottage. We enjoyed sunrises and morning coffee on the porch each day. The beach boardwalk was just footsteps away and we enjoyed daily walks in the surf. The location was convenient to several great restaurants, several within walking distance. On a warm evening we enjoyed the ambience of the charming back patio complete with string lights. Linda has put great thought into creating a comfortable vacation setting for her guests. Thank you!"

- 12/01/2021 -

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

"Property was clean and all the information provided was clear and make the trip/check in process a breeze."

- 10/01/2021 -

Great stay

"Absolutely no issues. Nice cottage. Great location and proximity to the beach."

- 10/01/2021 -

noisy late nights

"Great property for 2 days of the stay. Then new guests arrived at the neighboring cottage and I felt like we were staying on fraternity row. Loud late nights. I'm not adverse to a party, but there are limits. The property rules and description lead one to believe it will be reasonably quiet. Not the case."

Host Reply
Wow. I was shocked to read your review. I wish you had called me when the problem arose. This is the first I am hearing of an issue. These are my Father's homes and I have managed them since 2012. I would have handled this immediately. We do not rent to anyone under 25, do not allow outside music at any time and have a quite time after 10pm. I pride myself in providing an exceptional vacation experience. At least I always try to, as evidenced by my reviews. I provide my name and number in the first paragraph of my Check-in email and ask Guests to call me day or night if I can get them anything. I live locally and am always available. I hope you will be back but that next time, you call me direct if you have a problem. That is what I am here for. Always at your service, Linda

- 02/01/2022 -

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

"Nice stay and clean property. Tub and showers wonderful. Comfortable beds and nice view off the deck of the Atlantic ocean. We will return."

- 01/01/2022 -

Sunny Cottage

- 12/01/2021 -

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

"Property was clean and all the information provided was clear and make the trip/check in process a breeze."

- 10/01/2021 -

Great stay

"Absolutely no issues. Nice cottage. Great location and proximity to the beach."

- 10/01/2021 -

noisy late nights

- 10/01/2021 -

St Augustine review

"Excellent. No issues."

- 10/01/2021 -

Perfect weekend getaway for family

"Can't wait to go back! Perfect location, right on the beach and minutes from everything there is to see, eat, and do. The cottage was very clean, everything worked, beds were super comfy, outside grill was perfect for grilling out, and back yard table was great for dinners. Zero complaints! Kids loved it."

- 08/01/2021 -

Beach vacation

"Beautiful cottage just steps away from the beach!"

- 08/01/2021 -

Comfortable beach house

"What a great experience! The house is very comfortable with lots of amenities. The residents at the other cottages were friendly. The beach is within walking distance. Thank you Linda! Hope to be back next year :)"

- 07/01/2021 -

Perfect Place

"This property is perfect- it is steps away from the beach and a perfect location on the A1A to restaurants, surf shops- whatever you are looking for. We are a family of 6 and this property was a great space for us- before we arrived the managers sent us lists of things to do, restaurant ideas and what to expect in the condo- as well as the closest Publix so I had groceries ordered at our arrival. I would definitly stay here again and definitly give 5 stars."

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BEST BEACH Gorgeous Ocean Views - Renovated Like POTTERY BARN - Beach Steps Away

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Reviews

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

Sunny Cottage

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

Great stay

noisy late nights

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

Sunny Cottage

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

Great stay

noisy late nights

St Augustine review

Perfect weekend getaway for family

Beach vacation

Comfortable beach house

Perfect Place

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BEST BEACH Gorgeous Ocean Views - Renovated Like POTTERY BARN - Beach Steps Away

Description

Amenities

Location Info

Rates & Fees

Calendar

About Owner

Policies

General Policies

House Rules

Terms & Conditions

Cancellation Policy

Reviews

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

Sunny Cottage

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

Great stay

noisy late nights

Cute cottage and wonderful beach

Sunny Cottage

Couldn't ask for a better location and stay at Linda's Beachside Cottages.

Great stay

noisy late nights

St Augustine review

Perfect weekend getaway for family

Beach vacation

Comfortable beach house

Perfect Place

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