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 sauna, heated saltwater pool, hot tub & optional 6-seat golf cart. Enjoy the main house + private apartment, chefâs kitchen, ping-pong, arcade with 6000+ games, cornhole & kayaks/SUPs. 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. Golfers will love being just a short drive from several beautiful golf courses in the area (less than 10 minutes to 2 local courses, 30 min to TPC Sawgrass).
Whether youâre soaking up sun on the beach, paddle boarding 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, LED makeup mirrors, 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 + sauna
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, basketball game, 6000+ 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.
đUnlike many rentals, we launder duvet coversânot just sheetsâafter every stay for your comfort and peace of mind.
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)
âïž8 beach chairs, wagon, umbrella, coolers (rolling + backpack), bags, towels
âïžBoogie boards, kidsâ sand toys, bicycles (4) , 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.