DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine!

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7114 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

St. Augustine, FL

Vilano Beach3 min walk
St. George Street6 min drive
Flagler College7 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)60 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest / Hall Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

** WOW ** Welcome to "Sand Dollar"! This is * DIRECT OCEANFRONT * with panoramic views of the beautiful beach & ocean! FULLY RENOVATED from ceilings to floors and everything in between! Absolutely STUNNING! Check out the 5 STAR REVIEWS! Check out the photos!! Newly listed and booking reservations now for 2023-2024! A Vilano Beach beauty in Seawatch Condos, on the north side of St. Augustine Inlet, away from "touristy" St. Augustine Island! Scroll through the photos and see this STUNNING top floor condo with ELEVATOR ACCESS! No "sideways", "courtyard", or "peek-a-boo" ocean views here! 2 LARGE bedrooms and 2 beautiful baths, sleeps 7 comfortably and has been FULLY-RENOVATED throughout! Amenities include a large, sparkling POOL with lounge chairs & table seating, Tennis/Pickleball Court, Covered parking + Guest parking, outdoor shower & rinse-off station, and private dune walk-over with bench seating! SUPER-CONVENIENT LOCATION ... literally 3 minutes to Publix Supermarket & liquor store, great restaurants, boat rentals & water tours, public boat ramp, and just 7 minutes to downtown St. Augustine & attractions! No need to worry about loud Spring Breakers or tons of tourists here...this is a quiet, relaxing community with all the conveniences! You'll LOVE the Bahamian/Caribbean vibe with dark walnut ceramic plank flooring throughout, Alabaster walls and bright white trim, white Craftsman-style kitchen & bath cabinetry with granite & quartz countertops, relaxing "beachy" furniture, shiplap walls in the living room & kitchen, knockdown ceilings, freshly painted & modern throughout! Nothing outdated here! The GORGEOUS open kitchen is fully-equipped, featuring stunning "Renaissance" granite counters, high-end GE Cafe appliances, brushed bronze hardware, and oversized bronze farmhouse sink with pull-out gooseneck faucet (perfect for bathing a baby!). Special features include 55" flat screen Smart TV with cable subscription services like Netflix, Amazon Video, YouTube, etc., FAST Wifi, large 13 x 13 covered patio with comfortable, outdoor furniture & BBQ grill, plus long balcony with panoramic views of the beach & ocean! 2 super comfortable KING size beds, plus 1 Queen sleeper sofa, and 1 Twin sleeper chair with premium foam mattresses, sleeps 7 comfortably! "MyPillow" brand pillows, body pillows, high thread count luxury sheets, and a fabulous open floor plan, all designed for comfort! Check out the photos & video, you won't believe how GORGEOUS it is! The PRIME LOCATION on the top floor of the building allows you to easily watch the kids & grandkids in the pool out front, or on the beach out back! The elevator is just a few steps away and makes access a breeze for everyone! 1 covered parking place plus ample guest parking. The owners have provided everything you need for a fabulous getaway, including shampoo/conditioner/soap/sunscreen in the baths, folding beach chairs, beach umbrellas, 10x10 folding beach canopy, beach sand toys, beach towels, boogie boards, 2 tennis racquets & 2 pickleball racquets & balls, beach cooler, and even a convenient folding cart for taking everything down to the beach through the elevator! Expandable dining table will seat 8 comfortably, plus there are 3 counter-height barstools at the kitchen bar. The COFFEE BAR features a "Ninja" brand specialty coffeemaker and is perfect for your morning java, or as an adult beverage bar in the evenings. For the little ones, we provide a high chair, sink step-up stool, baby changing pad, baby wash tub, and Pack n' Play. Each bathroom features a shower with detachable, hand-held shower head (sorry, no bathtubs on-site). HURRY! Our calendar fills very quickly and we are already booking reservations for the Spring & Summer! All guests need to complete and return our Standard Rental Agreement attached to the booking confirmation to finalize their reservation. Sorry, no pets, due to guest allergies. We have TWO (2) units with identical floor plans in this community, so please inquire for availability of our coastal design, "C-Scape" unit, listing # 9181729, just down the breezeway and on the same floor as "Sand Dollar"! WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AS OUR GUEST THIS SEASON!!

Property manager

Mike & Karyn Carter

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Just one of many glorious sunrises! Welcome to C-Scape at Seawatch Condos!

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Down by the pool or on the beach walk-over

Sorry, HOA rules will not allow renters, guests, and visitors to have animals on the property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. Augustine

This condo is located in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, and is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park, while St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and World Golf Village are popular area attractions. Consider Castle Otttis for a night out or St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

Vilano Beach - 3 min walk
Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 4 min drive
St. George Street - 6 min drive
Flagler College - 7 min drive
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 7 min drive

Getting around

St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

Schooner's Seafood House - 6 min drive
Beaches at Vilano - 12 min walk
Brisky's BBQ - 5 min drive
Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Puccini's Pizzeria - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DIRECT Oceanfront, High-End Luxury! 2BR/2BA, 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vilano Beach condo is within a 10-minute walk of Vilano Beach, Vilano Point Beach and Tolomato River. Usina Beach and Saint Augustine Yacht Club Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo F.

11 Apr 2024

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

Another fabulous stay!

This was our third stay at either Sand Dollar or C-Scape so, obviously, we keep coming back. The fabulous condo offers a spectacular view, a perfect outdoor space, access to a beautiful walkable beach and easy access to a grocery store and St. Augustine. The condo was super clean and has literally everything you need (I have yet to stay anywhere else that is as well equipped as this one). You could literally just bring a toothbrush and a bathing suit and you would be all set. Communication with Mike was great and the checking/checkout process was easy. Already looking at dates for next year!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin B.

24 Mar 2024

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

Another great stay!

This was our second time staying two weeks at this condo and everything was perfect and we had a wonderful time!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R.

11 Feb 2024

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

Found Sand Dollars at Sand Dollar!

Beautiful property, just needs a hightop table and chairs on deck. Only want!

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda F.

28 Jan 2024

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

Sand Dollar Beach Condo

A wonderful beach condo! Very clean, convenient, beautifully decorated and comfortable beds! The owner was very attentive and helpful! Would absolutely rent again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin B.

9 Dec 2023

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

Great experience

The place was beautiful and the personal check in (and cookies!) was an unexpected benefit. We are looking forward to returning soon.

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Karyn Carter

Your hosts, Mike & Karyn Carter, purchased their 2nd beach getaway "Sand Dollar" in Seawatch Condos in 2022. Mike is a real estate broker, property rehabber, and real estate investor for the past 33 years and Karyn is a professional photographer. They have 3 adult children, Josh, Dalton, and Alexa, along with 2 border collies, Scout and Daisy. Being a prime unit in the building with its top floor location, and overlooking the pool and the ocean, plus being just a few steps off the elevator, the unit has incredible potential as a family vacation spot and short-term rental for guests. Since the property was needing complete renovation from the somewhat dated 1980's decor & furnishings, Mike & Karyn put their renovation and design vision to work in creating a fabulous, modern 2nd home to share with their guests. From ceilings to floors and everything in between, the property has been completely updated with the most popular finishes and neutral colors throughout, with a "Bahamian/Caribbean" vibe for relaxation. By removing a somewhat restricting wall in the kitchen, removing the old-style cabinet soffits, adding taller craftsman cabinets in bright white with brushed bronze hardware and "Renaissance" granite, and creating a unique coffee bar, the entire kitchen took on a whole new look, while opening it up fully to the dining room. By utilizing "Alabaster" interior walls and bright white trim, the space feels so much more open than before and provides a much lighter & brighter environment. The dining room table & chairs, shiplap accent walls, ivory canvas sofa & accent chair, dark walnut ceramic plank flooring, and white & blue linens all add to the "beachy" feel of the home. Mike & Karyn have created a wonderful, relaxing getaway that they plan to share with their extended family and vacation guests throughout the years.
Welcome to Sand Dollar!

Why they chose this property

Having previously owned a single-family, oceanfront home 7 miles north of Seawatch in South Ponte Vedra Beach, and being battered by hurricanes repeatedly, Mike and his elder brother decided to divest from that property due to its storm exposure, and Mike decided to reinvest in a much more low-maintenance property in Seawatch. The community is slightly further off the beach than his prior property in S. Ponte Vedra, yet still direct oceanfront without the need for seawall protection, and much closer to the conveniences of Publix, local restaurants, boat rentals, and downtown St. Augustine. "Sand Dollar" is much more of a turn-key property, with shared risk of storm exposure, shared maintenance cost with 26 other homeowners, plus the added amenities of the swimming pool, tennis/pickleball court, beach walk-over, covered parking and ample guest parking. Reasonable HOA dues and a smaller condominium community are additional benefits, as well as being a quieter environment, away from the touristy and "Spring-Breaker" communities in other areas of St. Augustine. The property is just 35 minutes from the Carter's primary residence in NW St. Johns County, so it's any easy trip for daily use and for servicing the needs of their guests as needed.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of this community are the smaller size, with only 27 total units, the large community pool, tennis/pickleball court, beach walk-over with bench seating, building elevator, less populated beach, covered parking & additional guest parking, and super-convenient proximity to grocery, restaurants, and downtown St. Augustine. As far as our unit itself, the completely renovated interior, large 13 x 13 covered balcony, split-bedroom floor plan, and top floor location just steps from the elevator, with panoramic views of the pool and beach are all unique and desirable features for our guest's enjoyment.