Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly
Ponte Vedra Beach is peak luxury. Perfect your tan on your secluded private beach, visit world-class golf courses or enjoy gourmet dining and world class shopping, that will take you beyond its coastline. You are minutes from St. Augustine, Fl. You can stroll along the brick-lined streets, visit centuries-old buildings, take horse-drawn carriages, see hidden courtyards, dine at excellent restaurants, visit world-class art galleries, boutiques, outlet shopping, theater and live music.
Have your morning coffee looking over the ocean waves or have your evening cocktail watching dolphins frolic in the surf. This house has it ALL! Each of the homes four ample rooms boast ocean views. The kitchen is fully stocked to make all your meals or snacks as you choose. The great room area allows your group to come together, all while admiring the view right outside your window. All of this relaxation is also minutes from world class dining, golf and spas. Your beach house is filled with designer furnishings, plush beds and sumptuous linens. The beach is your new backyard! Use our propane grill to have dinner al fresco or enjoy a cocktail while the kids play on the sand. Your hosts will provide zero gravity beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach towels for your use and convenience.
You will have access to the entire home and your own private beach! Parking is plentiful.
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Ponte Vedra Beach is peak luxury. Perfect your tan on your private beach, or visit world-class golf courses. But there`s also gourmet dining and world class shopping, that will take you beyond its coastline. You are minutes from St. Augustine, Fl. You can stroll along the brick-lined streets, visit centuries-old buildings, take horse-drawn carriages, see hidden courtyards, dine at excellent restaurants, visit world-class art galleries, boutiques, outlet shopping, theater and live music.
The home has private parking for your vehicles. Guest must be a minimum 25 years old to rent home.
Note, that the House Rules and the St. Johns County regulations prohibit events of ANY kind in your rental. Should any authorized event be hosted on site, your rental will be immediately terminated and you will be asked to vacate the property, you will also be liable for additional cleaning fees, as well as any damage incurred during the unauthorized event. Neither weapons nor fireworks may be discharged in the property. Should this occur, the rental will be immediately terminated and law enforcement will be sent to remove you from the property. The home has security cameras that are disclosed on the listing. Any tampering with these security cameras will invalidate the rental.
Guest of the property have an affirmative obligation to comply with the provisions of this Section 2.02.04.B.19, St. Johns County Noise Ordinance (Ord. 2015-19), and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Guests hereby acknowledge and understand the right of St. Johns County officials to reasonably inspect the premises to assurance compliance with said obligations.
All trash should be BAGGED in garbage bags, sealed and disposed of in the outdoor trash bins. Any boxes need to be broken down and placed in the blue recycle bin. Regular trash service is collected on MONDAY morning no later than 10 a.m. and recycling is collected on WEDNESDAY morning no later than 10 a.m. Guest is required to place trash out during their stay.
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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
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
Ponte Vedra Beach
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Ponte Vedra Beach, a neighbourhood in Ponte Vedra Beach. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, 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. Snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Tolomato River - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
South Ponte Vedra Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Guana River Wildlife Management Area - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Whobley Whale Public House - 23 min drive
Circle K - 19 min drive
Dutch Bros Coffee - 26 min drive
Circle K - 25 min drive
The Spot - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,140, 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 Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Once upon a Tide- OCEANFRONT home, 4bed, 3bath- Pet friendly located?
Located in South Ponte Vedra Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, Guana Pine State Park and Wildlife Management Area and South Ponte Vedra Beach. Tolomato River and Guana River Wildlife Management Area are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time at the house. It had everything we needed to cook for our family . It was very clean. Plenty of parking and room for everyone. Great location and easy access to the beach.
Beautiful views. Private beach. Short drive to St Augustine. The house has been remodeled and is updated. Very clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Overall a wonderful trip and lovely home. Clean, well equipped kitchen, perfect location. I did not realize there was not an in suite bathroom for the master bedroom but it worked out fine. Very responsive owner. We will be back!
The beach house was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed to have a wonderful time. Our family had a very nice time. The views are stunning and the beach is very private. The host was excellent when I had questions.
Great floor plan and comfortable beds,,Would be nice to be able to see through the railing to enjoy the beach from the deck. Responsive to messages and took care of concerns quickly.
House was beautiful and just as pictured. The ocean view can be seen just sitting on the couch. It was nice to be on your private beach with just a walk down the steps.
Couldn’t have asked for a better beach house! This lovely home is just steps from the beach and ideally set up inside for evening gatherings. The decor is beautiful with very comfortable beds and lots of seating. It was a bonus to have beach chairs towels and toys available too. We will be back!
This house was very clean and bright. It had everything we needed and my family said it was their favorite beach house so far. Then bunk beds were full or queen size (not sure) but large enough for two in each bed. The kitchen was well equiped and, of course, the beach access was amazing. Would defintely rent again.
Beautiful, beautiful and more beautiful! The pictures don’t make justice to the place! I rented the house with 8 friends, we had the most wonderful time living in paradise! Waking up every morning and watching the beach and sea in front of my eyes was priceless! The house was clean, comfortable and well equipped! I can’t wait to go back! The host super responsive!
Silvia A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Elizabeth W.
19 June 2022
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We loved the location and the house was good. The master bedroom mattress needs to be replaced we sunk in and our back are very sore, the house could also use some more beach chairs and boogie boards for the guests. Also cleaning crew needs to be more efficient, there was a dirty diaper left from the previous renters on the couch. Otherwise we had an awesome time and would definitely return.
The good: Wonderful location with great parking in the shade. Quiet section of beach and easy access to beach. Plenty of beach towels, silverware, plates and cups/glasses. Nice grill outdoors with propane. Outdoor hoses to wash off the sand and beach umbrellas and boogie boards provided.The negatives: Indoor furniture is not comfortable to sit in for long periods of time no cushions on the dining room chairs and the living room sectional had no back so you were forced to lie down to watch TV. Living room TV had issues (poor quality picture...lots of noise/signal kept breaking up), and TV in one of the bedrooms didn't connect at all; kitchen was pretty small for a house that "sleeps 10", and the knives were not sharp (no sharpener or sharpening steel provided). The shades were not easy to operate, and one of the windows facing the beach (East) had no shading at all so morning sunshine made it uncomfortably bright to sit on the sofa in the mornings.
Listing said sleeps 11 but we've never stayed somewhere that you need to use a couch for that. Property manager was great and very responsive. House was clean but needs a lot of work, mostly drywall issues. The deck stairs to beach I think are dangerously worn. The deck itself was wobbly. I expected more from a house at this price point.
Amenities in this rental are minimal. Coffee was provided but creamer was not provided and when I asked about it because sugar was provided, I was curtly informed that coffee is not a provided amenity. I have stayed in many short-term rentals and never have I stayed in one where coffee wasn't provided. That would be like not providing shampoo or towels. Who does that? Maybe they don't know they are in the hospitality industry. Very few amenities beyond the bare minimum are provided unless you count the ocean. For example, small things like Kleenex or lotion are not provided. Kitchen supplies are minimal. This place looks and feels like it is run by a property management company looking to scratch out every nickel. The view is amazing but there are plenty of places with amazing ocean views.
Carol M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Judy S.
20 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Blue Dream Luxury
The pros:
-We loved the house.
-It was immaculate.
-Kitchen was well stocked.
-The towels were fluffy.
-The layout was perfect for our family.
The cons:
-A gas grill was pictured in the listing. There was no grill. The host said a propane grill would be delivered. It was not. On the evening before we checked out, a gas grill was delivered. It was too late for our use. However, the host said we would be offered a discount for our inconvenience.
-Beach chairs were in the listing to be provided. They were not. The host said the plastic Adirondack-type chairs on the deck were beach chairs. Beach chairs fold and can be easily carried to the beach.
-There was not a fire pit. If an amenity is listed/pictured in the listing, it should be there. If not, remove it from the listing.
-The sliding door did not lock. The lock was broken. This is a safety issue.
Suggestion:
-The house number is on the house but there is not a number on the roadside. It would have been easier to locate the house with it being at roadside since it’s on a high-speed road.
If discrepancies are corrected, we would love to rent this beach house again. In fact, we would like to rent it again in June, 2023.
Thank you,
Judy Skjordahl