EVERYONE HAS A CHOICE WHEN THEY ARRIVE, 6 PACK OF BEER RED OR WHITE WINE CASE OF WATER AND GRAPES RED OR GREEN GRAPES !!!!!!!!! Want a relaxed, uncrowded beach vacation? Go where the locals go- Vilano Beach! This one-of-a-kind beach town is minutes from historic St. Augustine but feels like you stepped back in time. Besides the miles of beautiful, secluded beaches the town offers a fishing pier, a Surfside Park, watercraft rentals for all budgets, parasailing, many fun parks and a children's playground. Tropical Paradise is a beautifully decorated townhome that you will look forward to coming back to in the evening. It is also walking distance to one of my favorite restaurants in St. Augustine, "Caps on the Water" the food and sunsets there are world famous. There is also Aunt Kate's restaurant and many other amazing choices for dinner or receptions. Vilano Beach is known for destination beach weddings because it is so secluded Now let me tell you about Tropical Paradise, as soon as you walk into this gem you will notice what remarkable taste the owners have. They have gone out of their way to make you feel comfortable and the beach theme is cozy and relaxing. There is a large back yard with a patio to enjoy your coffee in the morning and a new grill for your fresh catch of the day. The grill is there for you to enjoy; you just need to catch the fish. IF YOU ARE RELOCATING THIS IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR EVERYONE AND PETS The living room has cozy couches to relax in and watch movies at night on the large flat screen TV. The kitchen is fully equipped if you wish to eat in or there are many dining choices nearby.
The downstairs bedroom offers a comfortable king size bed and another flat screen TV to help you wind down the day. Upstairs the master bedroom has a king size bed and TV, so this is a perfect unit for two couples or a family. There is also a large bathroom upstairs. So, this fabulous unit can sleep 6, if you want to bring an air mattress. There is also a washer and dryer if you want to wash any clothes while you are there.
Tropical Paradise is located conveniently within minutes of countless amazing restaurants, state parks, miles of the most beautiful and tranquil beaches you can find anywhere near, amazing historical sites, world-class shopping, and so much more. Local activities in the area include boating, biking, birdwatching, fitness, salt and freshwater fishing, whale-watching in the winter months, world-class golfing, hiking, parasailing, tennis, scuba diving, surfing, or just a blast at the beach. You will never be bored, but you will be pampered at the end of the day at Tropical Paradise. Bring your flip flops and come see us!
Vilano Beach offers a variety of things to do, such as parasailing and has many fun parks that you can visit. Local restaurants such as Cap’s on the Water and Aunt Kate’s are amazing choices for dinner or reception spots. The sand on the Vilano Beach is a coquina sand mixture which truly shows the essence of St. Augustine. There is free parking off the beach so there’s no need to pay to get in and then from there, you’re only a short walk away from enjoying the serenity that is known as Vilano Beach.
Located on a scenic 6-mile drive north of St. Augustine, Florida. Tropical Paradise is just a short walk to the secluded Vilano Beach. Whether its shelling, surfing, fishing, watching the porpoise jumping year-round or whale watching in the winter months, this is the place to enjoy the beach. Alternatively have lots of fun in nearby St. Augustine, the newest nation's oldest city, with its many attractions. A convenient cab service to and from downtown is another great advantage, leave the car at home and paint the town red, WATER TAXI TAKES YOU DOWNTOWN AND PICKS YOU UP INSTEADING OF DRIVING AROUND LOOKIN FOR A PARKING SPOT JUST MAKE RESERVATION AND YOUR ALL SET....
Also close by is Guana State Park, 5 miles, Premium Outlet Mall for shopping, 11 miles, TPC Sawgrass, 15 miles, Ponte Vedra Beach with its spectacular homes of the rich and famous, 10 miles, World Golf Village, 18 miles.
Want to tour the area from the water? Action Kayak Adventures, Florida Kayak Fishing and Eco-Tours. Immerse yourself in the beautiful nature preserves of Northeast Florida including St Augustine on a fishing expedition unlike any other. No noisy motors, no crowds, just a peaceful journey into the marshes and lake beds inaccessible to other boats, but ready and waiting for kayakers and fishing rods. Not into fishing? Bart, who is a certified Master Naturalist, can lead you on an informative guided eco-tour and show you some of Florida’s undisturbed NATURE....
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New golf cart for rent during 450.00 PER WEEK
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
$200 FOR THE 1ST PET
$50. FOR EACH ADDITIONAL PET
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only, ashtray is provided, don't throw
there is room for two air mattresses up stairs, Put all trash in trash bags.
Important information
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: new golf cart for rent during 450.00 PER WEEK
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, outdoor lighting and a deadlock
Frequently asked questions
Is Tropical Paradise pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Paradise?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Paradise on 2 May 2026 start from AU$230, 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 Tropical Paradise?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tropical Paradise?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tropical Paradise?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Tropical Paradise located?
This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Usina Beach and Vilano Beach. Tolomato River and Castle Otttis 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.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean and the house was well stocked.
Katie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thank you Katie, We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation, thank you for leaving iot so clean. You are welcome back any time. Keep my number if you come back again.
Anne and Michael
Anne and Michael were so friendly and the property is lovely!
Margaret R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Hello Margaret,
I am so glad everyone had a good time. Thank you for another five-star review and thank you for leaving so clean, it was a big help.
You are welcome back anytime.
Anne and Michael
Anne and Michael are very kind and caring hosts. The place was perfect for a family visit and for our plans to cook. Lots of cooking tools in the kitchen. Thanks for your hospitality. We enjoyed it all!
Laura L H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for another 5 stars and leaving the place so clean. You are welcome back anytime. keep my number if y'all return. It was so nice meeting y'all
Anne and Michael Lydon
904-687-4220
Hello Rulan, Sorry for a late response WOW
another 5-star review. Your family or friends are welcome anytime. You can pass my phone number to your friends and family. Thank you for leaving the condo so clean.
It was nice meeting everyone.
Anne
Anne and Michael made our vacation SPECTACULAR! Anne made sure we had everything we need. She went ABOVE and BEYOND to make sure we felt welcome and cared for! These folks were amazing. The property was beautiful! Thanks guys for a great vacation!
Briana G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
HEY, HEY BRIANA, WOW GREAT REVIEW. I MISS Y'ALL
THANKS FOR LEAVING THE PLACE SO CLEAN.
YOU ARE WELCOME BACK ANY TIME. CALL ME DIRECTLY FOR NEXT YEAR. I CAN BLOCK IT ANYTIME.
HUGS
ANNE, MICHAEL, KD AND PEGGY SUE
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Neil C.
1 Aug 2017
Very clean and organized
Very good experience. Very nicely kept up. Recommend for small family
Neil C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hello Neil, Thank you for your lovely review. So glad you enjoyed this lovely home, your welcome back any time!!!!
Anne and Michael
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Butch B.
12 Apr 2017
A great location and a perfectly equipped kitchen. Having 2 king suites is wonderful
Ann and Michael were terrific hosts for our long weekend. A perfectly stocked kitchen and 2 king bedrooms each with its own baths is fantastic for 2 couples or a small family like ours. Very easy walk to the beach and a short drive 2 a couple of great restaurants in caps and aunt Kate's. The bottle of wine for the birthday girl was a nice touch. See you soon!
Butch B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hey Butch,
I am so glad your family loved the townhouse. Thanks for a great review!!! Hope to see ya'll back anytime. And thanks for leaving the place spotless. It was nice to see everyone enjoyed all the flowers. in the yard.
Anne and Michael
Unit was very clean. Ms. Anne was wonderful, very easy to work with. Although it was not an issue for us, the upstairs loft where the 2nd Bedroom is located was a little warm for our liking. However, there was a fan provided to help mitigate.
We would stay here again.
william s.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Thanks so much for another five stars and what a big help leaving the place so clean. Your both welcome back any time. When you leave the door closed upstairs it stays cool all night.
Anne and Michael
904-687-4220
Loved this place. Just a few minutes to the beach (by feet or by auto). It was very comfortable for our group of 4. The theme and decor was on point. Couch was amazing, and the unit itself was cozy. We loved the outdoor grill/kitchen and utilized it a few times. The hosts were very accomodating and made sure our needs were met. At the same time they gave us our space and never intruded on our trip. Great balance. The location of Vilano beach was perfect for us. Historic St. Augustine was a hop, skip,and a jump away. We had a great experience at Caps on the Water which is a few minutes away. Highly recommended ! I can see us back there.
Dennis M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dena O.
10 July 2018
Best place to stay by far!!
From the moment we made the reservation I knew this was going to be a great vacation! Aside from the property being in a fantastic location, the accommodations were more than we could of asked for. Clean, stocked with all our needs, even a baby gate for the stairs that I forgot to bring myself.
An added bonus was Anne and Michael! From reservation to departure, wow ! Anne made sure our stay was exceptional, from the $25 a day golf cart access, inside scope to getting a table at CAPs and just genuine accessible of her service and knowledge. You don’t meet genuinely nice people everyday, and Anne and Michael are those people.
We will be back, and with more family, to enjoy not only the accommodations but because of the people who make those accommodations exceptional!
Dena O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Dena, OMG what a review!!!! WOW, WE LOVE WHAT WE DO !!!!! We are so glad you had a blast and with the golf cart. it was so nice meeting your family. and you left it spotless thanks for all your help. i miss you!!! your welcome back any time.. thanks for a killer wonderful review.
HUGGS
ANNE AND MICHAEL AND CHICHO
The property was in a great location with a great bonus golf cart rental for direct beach access. The back yard was like a little jungle paradise of my own. Everything g you could want was provided for me. From all cleaning supplies dish soap laundry soap dishwasher everything! Plenty of extra towels and blankets. The rooms were quite large with space to put an air mattress which was provided as well! We had one minor issue where something broke and the property manager was wonderful. Handled it as soon as possible and was very nice and not upset about it. Would stay there again.
Tanner H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hello Tanner, We are so busy and late on responce, I hope you come back as you are so welcome back any time and thanks for another great 5 stars. We also bought another killer golf cart LOL
Anne
904-687-4220
Wow. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. This home was perfect for us. Clean, bright, and so, so comfy. The backyard was a true oasis, and our dog Kit loved it! She could not wait to get out there every day. Beach access is super close, and the beach is beautiful and so very quiet. It's also very easy to get anywhere nearby. It's in a true neighborhood and we felt very welcomed.
Ann is an amazing host. She was available for anything we needed from recommdations to a pair of pliers. Super friendly and relaxed. I just can't say enough good things. Our new beach fav for sure.
Jacqueline L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hello Jacqueline, WOW!!! Thanks for another great five stars review, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We so enjoy what we do. Thanks for leaving it so clean. You are welcome back anytime!!!
Anne and Michael Lydon
Ann is a wonderful host. She has such a green thumb and she works hard in the yards. It is beautiful
location. Really dark at night so bring a flashlight. The condo had all the amenities for cooking, washing clothes, etc. All you need to bring is your personal stuff. The only thing that could have made it better for me is a chair in the living area. I have a bad back and the couch, while great for sleeping on, was difficult for me to get out of. I would definitely go back. The golf cart made it so easy to get to the beach (just a shame that Florida was cold that week). Plenty of places to eat. Grocery store 6 miles away. Easy access to downtown St. Augustine. Highly recommend!!
Lillian C.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Sorry for a late response. Thank you for another great review. I hope to see y'all anytime.
You are welcome back anytime.
Anne and Michael
We couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend our beach vacation!! It was my husband, my Mom & myself (plus a few fur babies) that stayed. What a beautiful, tropical oasis that backyard is!! We will definitely stay there again!! Our hosts Anne & Michael are “awesome”!! Anne was so much fun to talk with. She went over & beyond to make our vacation one to remember!! Thanks so much!!
I loved this place!!!! Me, my husband, my daughter and son-in-law, along with a 4 month old stayed here and it was better than the pictures. It is in a great location that is close to everything you want!!! The condo was clean, inviting, and smelled fresh. We had everything we needed and relaxed on the beach and in the comfortable couch and beds. The owners were very nice and helpful, giving us great ideas to eat and shop. I will definitely be booking this place again!!!! I give 5 stars to the owners and the place!!!
Rebecca K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hell Rebecca, little late on saying thank you for a great review keep my number for the next trip to save $$$
Anne and Michael
904-687-4220
We really enjoyed the location and the hospitality. Definitely loved the St. Augustine area and Caps on the Waters and Aunt Kate’s were both amazing restaurants. The host was extremely nice and welcoming.
Connor M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Hello Conner, Great five stars, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back any time and keep our number for the next trip.
anne and Michael Lydon
Michael and Anne were so nice and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. The accommodations were exactly how they were pictured. The house was very warm and welcoming with all the decorations. It was very equipped with just about anything and everything one would need.
We will defiantly be back!!
Our vacation at the Tropical Paradise was fantastically convenient, comfortable, and clean for our small family. The property had a very homey feel and had so much to offer inside and outside the property. Located north of Vilano, the beach town property is in driving distance if you want to walk or park your car to head to the beach, or river. St. Augustine, or Jacksonville is very quick trip on AIA. The property itself is nested in a condo neighborhood and it felt so clean and comfortable for my family and dog. If you have pets, the backyard is a great adventure for your pet. We had everything we needed and more to entertain ourselves in the condo. The property manager Anne was so friendly and is very easy to work with. We highly recommend this place if you want to get away from all craziness and have some piece of mind.
Joel W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hello Joel, Thanks for a KILLER review!!! We are so glad you loved this condo... We are so glad you had a great time. Hope to see you back anytime.
Anne and Michael
Absolutely love this property! Property managers were incredible, location incredible, walking distance to beach, dog friendly-our 95 pound golden loved his stay! The couch was the best part!! The most comfiest couch I’ve ever been on. Would return just for couch! Will definitely be back and already can’t wait for our next vacation!! Ann and Michael were awesome!
Sydnie R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2023
Hello Sydnie, WOW thanks so much for another 5 stars and we are so glad everyone had a great time!!! Hope to see everyone back again anytime.
Anne and Michael
Hello Kerri, We are so glad everyone had a great time!!! thanks for another 5 stars!!! You are welcome back anytime
Anne and Michael
About the host
Hosted by Michael Lydon
Why they chose this property
This property has a huge fenced in backyard and beautiful landscaping all year long!!!! ALL PETS ANY SIZE ARE WELCOME ADDITIONAL PETS ARE $50.00. GOLF CART IS $450 FOR 4-7 NIGHTS AND $800 FOR A MONTH, COA, IF AVAILABLE.
What makes this property unique
This condo is an end unit, with a front, side and a fenced in back yard, landscaped and well maintain, great for kids, PETS and adults, lots of room to run around outside, backyard is huge and tropical and quiet and also has an outside shower and a hose front and back for rinsing off.
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