Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom
Thanks for your interest in our direct-oceanfront beach house, SandSeeker Cottage.
Since 2003 we have been providing great experiences for our guests, and this year is no exception. 2025 marks our 22nd rental season on VRBO, and we have received over 200 perfect reviews. The house has four bedrooms, three baths, and with the fold out couch, can accommodate up to ten people. The house is perfect for extended families and friends. Rentals of 7 nights or longer receive a ten percent discount.
Although we are only a few minutes away from Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra Beach, we are on one of the most isolated beaches in Florida, which makes it perfect for an uncrowded, family vacation. The house is bordered north and south by single family, oceanfront homes, and on the west by a huge, uninhabited nature preserve. Just a few steps to the east is the Atlantic Ocean, with beautiful sunrises and the sound of endless waves. The closest public accesses are nearly a mile in either direction, and with no motorized vehicles allowed, you'll only see a few walkers looking for shells and sharks' teeth.
This is a roomy, comfortable, two-story home with four bedrooms (king, king, queen, and twins) and three full bathrooms. Three bedrooms, with King, Queen and Twin beds and two bathrooms are located upstairs; the other King bedroom and bath, along with a large game room which has a sofa-bed, are located downstairs. The two floors and two common areas provide a lot of separation, which can be nice with even the closest of families (i.e. teenagers vs. adults, or working vs. relaxing). It is perfect for the extended family, and can handle multiple generations with ease.
The house has a full-size kitchen, with plenty of pots, pans, and utensils. Supermarkets are less than 10 minutes away, providing big savings on the traveling food budget compared to dining out.
Outside, it's only a few steps to the beach. There are plenty of chairs, a fenced in courtyard with gas grille, outside hot/cold showers and covered area for some shade. Just a great beach location! The fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, playroom, downstairs and upstairs master bedrooms overlook the Atlantic Ocean; and comfortable first and second floor decks overlooking the ocean can give guests a breathtaking view of the sunrise over the water. Perfect for sitting in the shade and watching the activities on the beach below.
The house is strategically located midway between prestigious Ponte Vedra Beach and historic St. Augustine, which offer fine and casual dining, shopping, and recreation for all. The City of Jacksonville is less than an hour away, offering big time sports, entertainment and world class medical facilities, including the Mayo Clinic and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
If you have read our 200+ reviews, you already know that we maintain the house to a high standard of cleanliness, and after Covid, we are even more diligent to sanitize between guests.
Rates and minimum night rentals are adjusted for peak times and seasons. Weekly rentals (7 nights or more) get a 10% discount, except in the peak months of June and July . We have a two-night minimum stay, with some exceptions such as Thanksgiving, Players Week, and holidays.
Please note that this is a non-smoking house, and does not allow pets. Also, the house may not be used as a venue for weddings, reunions, or other events hosting those not staying at the house. The person responsible for the rental must be at least 25 years old and staying at the house, and the maximum number of guests allowed is ten. We hope you will consider our house for your family vacation.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Ponte Vedra Beach
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in South Ponte Vedra Beach, a neighbourhood in Ponte Vedra Beach. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Ponce de León Hall are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Vilano Beach and Anastasia State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Francis Field, or consider a night out at Castle Otttis. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Usina Beach - 1 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Whobley Whale Public House - 21 min drive
Circle K - 17 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 24 min drive
Circle K - 24 min drive
The Spot - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom?
As of 8 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanfront House with Private Beach, Patio, and Gameroom located?
Nestled on the beach, this South Ponte Vedra Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tolomato River, South Ponte Vedra Beach and Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve. Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area and Guana River Wildlife Management Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location! Right on the beach with all the accommodations. Perfect for families that want to be right on the beach. We enjoyed the house and location.
From start to finish to finish Tom was an excellent host! Going above and beyond for our every need even before we booked the property! Communication was Excellent, house was fully stocked with paper goods, towels, toys, games and anything you could ever need for a beach vacation!!!! 10/10 would recommend!
Excellent home for a family vacation! Tom is a great communicator and always available. Best beach access I’ve experienced along with shelling opportunity. Super quiet area only a short distance from entertainment and shopping.
Toms house was incredible! We had the best time and created memories that will last a lifetime. The house was steps away from the beach making it very easy to handle toddlers on the beach that want to be in and out throughout the day. The house was equipped with everything we needed during the trip. I can tell Tom really takes care of the property as it was very clean and zero maintenance needed. This house if perfect with families with or without kids!! We plan to come back next year.
We had an amazing stay at the house. The location was unbeatable, directly on the beach but in the quiet part of South Ponte Vedra. Everything was very clean and the house was as advertised. Definitely would stay again!
If you are considering a beach stay you won’t find at better home at the price. Tom has kept the home up with great maintenance and everything was clean and prepared for our visit . This house is the best and fullest equipped VRBO we have stayed in to date. We spent a week of playing on the beach, surf fishing and cooking at the house. Tom also has pool table, games, books and beach playthings to keep you as busy as you want to be. Last as an owner he is very responsive and a great communicator. So go and stay and wake up to beautiful sunrises and great days and relax.
The house was incredible, and the host was exceptional! The beach access was amazing, and the view was breathtaking. The home was spotless, well-equipped, and had everything we could possibly need. We will definitely be booking this house again for future stays!
The house we stayed in was very nice. We were steps from the water which was very helpful with the children and other beach equipment we had to take down.
Great location on the beachfront and perfect for a single family vacation.
We stayed in September and the weather and water was a great temperature to be outside all day long. Recommend this spot.
It was perfection. The house was roomy for all nine of us and the kitchen was stocked and roomy for all the cooking we did.We love the area because it’s so private and relaxing. The outdoor are was exceptional. We had a wonderful week and this property was exactly what we needed.We will be back!
This house is perfect, especially when traveling with teenagers or young adults. There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. The view is amazing! You feel like you are on the beach while in the house! Tom was so welcoming and easy to communicate with if you should need anything.Overall great place!
The house is very comfotrable and in a great location. The only negative we had was theb kitchen could be a little better stocked with utensiles. Overall a really good trip.
Alan B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2023
This family was a fabulous guest, so I contacted them and simply asked for their recommendations on our utensils. They have a big family that loves to cook and suggested some larger pots and pans and a better knife sharpener. We have taken care of the problem and will continue to try and improve our house as we have for over twenty years. I just want to ask our future guests to let us know of issues or make suggestions while you're there so we can take care of them immediately. Tom
This weekend was perfect. The property was amazing. Very clean and well stocked. We loved the view and easy access to the beach. Plenty of room for the family. We will definitely book again.
Natasha S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Thomas L Turnage jr
Tom Turnage is the owner of the house, was born and raised in Northeast Florida and is in the construction and real estate business. He and his wife, Laura, purchased the house in 2003 as a fixer-upper and have extensively remodeled the house since purchase. They started renting the house in 2004 and use the house for both personal use and as an investment. Tom is very active in the community and was a co-founder of the South Ponte Vedra - Vilano Beach Preservation Association.
Why they chose this property
The beach house is about 45 minutes from Tom's home and office in Jacksonville. He enjoyed surfing in the area growing up, and still loves the private, uncrowded nature of the beach. The house is far enough away from his Jacksonville home to feel like he's gotten away, but is close enough to escape the city even for a single night or just a day on the beach.
What makes this property unique
Peace and Quiet. The house is located between Jacksonville Beach and St. Augustine. It is surrounded by Guana State Park and the closest public beach accesses are almost a mile away. Probably one of the least crowded beaches in Florida. It is a great for those who want to get away from the rat race, but still be close enough that golf courses and good restaurants are a short drive away.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests