New listing, same 5-star experience. Former guest favorite back with fresh upgrades & an even better experience. Just steps from Vilano Beach & 10 min to historic St. Augustine, Saltwater & Sunsets is a 5-BR coastal retreat with a heated saltwater pool, hot tub & optional 6-seat golf cart. Enjoy the main house + private garage apartment, chefâs kitchen, ping-pong, arcade, cornhole & kayaks/SUPs for dolphin spotting. Perfect for groups, families & wedding parties. 1-GB Wi-Fi for work & play.
Weâre here to make your stay seamless and memorable! As local, hands-on hosts, weâre just a message or phone call away for anything you needâfrom local recommendations to quick assistance. Whether you want total privacy or occasional guidance, weâre happy to help as much or as little as youâd like. Weâre committed to making sure your time at Saltwater & Sunsets is exceptional from start to finish.
Saltwater & Sunsets is ideally situated in Vilano Beachâjust 2 blocks from the Atlantic Ocean, 1 block from the Intracoastal Waterway, and only 10 minutes to historic downtown St. Augustine. Guests love the unbeatable location: walk or take the golf cart to The Reef for oceanfront dining or Aunt Kateâs for riverfront seafood and sunset views. Just a 4-minute drive away, Capâs on the Water offers one of the best dining experiences in the area, with stunning waterfront ambiance and delicious coastal cuisine.
Whether youâre soaking up sun on the beach, paddleboarding on the river, or exploring the rich history and charm of St. Augustine, youâll have the best of everything just minutes away.
Entire property: main house + private garage apartment, excluding some locked cabinets that are for cleaners.
- Self check-in with smart lock
- Parking for 6+ vehicles (RV parking OK)
- Smart TVs in every room including garage (Peacock Premium included)
- 1-GB Wi-Fi for work & play.
- Laundry: two washers + two dryers (main house & apartment)
- In-room wireless chargers & sound machines; Bluetooth speakers, custom bathrobes
- Luxury linens throughout
Holiday ready! We decorate the house during the Christmas season so you can enjoy a cozy, festive getaway at Saltwater & Sunsets.
Whether traveling with family, friends, or colleaguesâor visiting for a wedding or eventâthis home offers the ideal blend of comfort, entertainment, and thoughtful design.
Hosting or celebrating something special? The spacious layout and Chefâs kitchen, complete with a Viking gas range, make entertaining easy. Full-length mirrors throughout and spacious bathrooms are perfect for getting ready for a wedding or event.
WHY GUESTS LOVE IT:
đBeach in minutes; downtown in 10
đPrivate heated saltwater pool + hot tub
đ6-seat golf cart (available to rent)
đPrivate garage apartment (multi-gen & two-family friendly).
đKid-ready: high chair, Pack ân Play, baby bather, bed rail, toddler dishes, beach toys.
đWork-ready: desk, monitor, printer, 1-Gb internet
đWedding/event ready: full-length mirrors, makeup mirrors, spacious bathrooms, hair straighteners, hair towels, custom bathrobes
đEntertainment on site: ping-pong, cornhole, 100+ arcade games, giant Connect 4, board games, bikes
đChef touches: Viking gas range, professional fridge/freezer, All Clad pots & pans, Henckel knives, Pottery Barn dishes, outdoor Bull grill + fridge. Fully stocked kitchen: Keurig + Nespresso + drip, milk frother
đHigh-end furnishings: Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn, West Elm, Universal Furniture and more.
đHot showers for all: two tankless water heaters
LAYOUT AT A GLANCE:
đMain House â 1st Floor: BR 1 (King, ensuite); Living; Kitchen; Dining; œ bath
đMain House â 2nd Floor: BR 2 (King); BR 3 (two Full-over-Full bunks; Jack-and-Jill w/ BR 2); BR 4 (King, ensuite)
đGarage Apartment: BR 5 (King, ensuite); œ bath; kitchen; dining; living (Queen sofa bed)
đBaths: 4 full + 2 half
OUTDOORS:
âïžHeated saltwater pool
âïžHot tub for 7 with 40+ jets, LED lights
âïžOutdoor shower (hot)
âïž Outdoor kitchen (Bull propane grill + fridge)
âïžLounge seating
âïžBeach rinse station
âïžGas fire pit
BEACH & ADVENTURE GEAR:
âïž 2 kayaks + 2 paddle boards (carts & life jackets)
âïž6 beach chairs, wagon, umbrella, coolers (rolling + backpack), bags, towels
âïžBoogie boards, kidsâ sand toys, bicycles (3) , scooters (2), helmets
Saltwater & Sunsets is about 1 hour from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and 2 hours from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Once youâre in Vilano Beach, getting around is easy! Use the 6-person golf cart (extra fees apply) to cruise to nearby restaurants, the beach, or explore the neighborhood. Youâll also find ride-share services, taxis, and local shuttles available for trips into downtown St. Augustine.
AVAILABLE EXTRAS:
- Pool heat $35/night (entire stay).
- Golf cart $125/day + deposit (6-seat with built in cooler, bluetooth, camera & touch screen, 24 speakers).
Cancellation Policy (does not apply to Airbnb bookings): If Guest cancels the reservation more than thirty (30) days before the Arrival Date, Guest will receive a full refund minus a 10% processing fee. If Guest cancels the reservation less than thirty (30) days before the Arrival Date, any payments made by Guest will be forfeited. No refunds will be given once final payment has been made. We recommend you purchase your own traveler's insurance for your protection.
To finalize your booking, we require a signed rental agreement, an uploaded government-issued photo ID, and acknowledgment of our house rules.
HOUSE RULES:
- Must be at least 25 years old to book, primary renter must be present during stay.
- Guests will be expected to act and treat the property as if it were their own home.
- Being respectful of the property, neighborhood and neighbors should be considered a top priority.
- Quiet time begins at 10:00pm.
- No vaping or smoking inside. Any evidence of smoking or smell of smoke inside the property will incur a minimum $500 fee.
- Pets are strictly prohibited. A fine of $500 will be assessed if traveling with a pet. Certified service animals are allowed free of charge, but as a courtesy please let us know ahead of time if traveling with one.
- Golf cart rental - deposit required. If key is lost, there is a $800 fee to replace it (this is the true cost of replacement for specialized keys). Additional fee for any damage incurred to the cart.
Please contact us prior to booking with any questions or concerns.
Disclosure: For guest safety, exterior security cameras are located at the front entry, driveway, and all exterior perimeter. There are no cameras inside the home, and audio recording is disabled. By booking, you acknowledge and consent to exterior video monitoring during your stay.