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DIRECT Oceanfront, 2BR/2BA w/Panoramic Views! 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7114.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St. Augustine, FL
- Vilano Beach1 min walk
- St. George Street7 min drive
- Castillo de San Marcos National Monument9 min drive
- St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)12 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
DIRECT Oceanfront, 2BR/2BA w/Panoramic Views! 7 mins to downtown St. Augustine!
** Welcome to "Sand Dollar"! ** Imagine rolling out of bed and watching the dolphin play in the early morning from the top floor, or enjoy a cup of coffee out on the large patio overlooking the ocean, or take a stroll down the beach to the jetties! Check out the 5 STAR reviews, photos, and video!! Taking reservations now for second half of 2025 & into 2026! This location is * DIRECT OCEANFRONT * with panoramic views of the beautiful beach & ocean! No "courtyard", "peek-a-boo", or "lean out and look" ocean views here... this is TOP FLOOR, DIRECT Oceanfront! FULLY RENOVATED from ceilings to floors and everything in between! Absolutely STUNNING! A Vilano Beach beauty in Seawatch Condos, on the north side of St. Augustine Inlet, away from "touristy" St. Augustine Beach! Scroll through the photos and see this STUNNING top floor condo with ELEVATOR ACCESS! 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 a 2 minute drive 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, laid-back community of only 27 units, with all the conveniences! You'll LOVE the Bahamian/Caribbean vibe at Sand Dollar, with dark walnut ceramic plank flooring throughout, Alabaster walls and bright white trim, white Craftsman-style kitchen & bath cabinetry with stunning granite & quartz countertops, relaxing "beachy" furniture, shiplap walls in the living room & kitchen, knockdown ceiling finish, 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 a baby bathtub!). 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, uncovered guest parking. The owners have provided everything you need for a fabulous getaway, including starter 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 & 4 pickleball racquets & balls, beach cooler, and even a convenient folding cart for taking everything down to the beach through the elevator! The dining table will seat 8 comfortably, plus there are 3 counter-height barstools at the kitchen bar. The COFFEE BAR features both a "Ninja" brand specialty coffeemaker AND a Keurig Coffeemaker, and is perfect for your morning java, or it doubles 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, Pack n' Play, and children's books for bedtime. Each bathroom features a gorgeous shower with custom tilework (sorry, no bathtubs on-site). HURRY! Our calendar fills very quickly and we are booking reservations through the end of 2025 and into 2026! 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 HOA rules and 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!!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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DIRECT Oceanfront, FULLY-UPDATED 2BR/2BA, Vilano Bch, 7 mins to downtown St.Aug!
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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
Beach Balls and Sand Toys are provided!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please dispose of cigarette butts appropriately.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
St. Augustine
Located in Vilano Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by World Golf Village, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vilano Beach and St. Augustine Beach. 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 - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
- St. George Street - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
- Flagler College - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
- Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beaches On Vilano - 13 min walk
- Pesca - 7 min walk
- Brisky’s Bbq - 5 min drive
- Surfside Kitchen - 7 min walk
- Dunkin' - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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.
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