Heated Pool & Hot Tub ~ Walk Downtown & 2 The Amp!
About
🏝Private Heated & Cooled Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub~Your Ultimate island location! Walk to State Park, Lighthouse, Amphitheater & Alligator Farm🐊. Just 1.5 miles to historic St. Augustine. Enjoy your screened lanai with pool, spa, outdoor TV, & grill. Spot birds from the porch! Clean, spacious, & family-ready with a King bed & bunk room. Your perfect FL getaway awaits! You'll want to return to every year! Guests praise the location & amenities! Make this the ultimate base for your adventure!🌞
Good to know
🌴 Welcome to Sunshine Shores! Your Anastasia Island House & Coastal Oasis: St. Augustine Home with a large heated and cooled Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub 🏊♀️ Year round comfort! ☀️4 Bedrooms | King Bed Suite | Luxurious Outdoor Oasis | Walk to Beaches, Dining & Attractions. Welcome to your perfectly situated island home- you'll want to return year after year! Guests consistently praise the great location and outstanding amenities, making this the ultimate base for your Florida adventure. 🌟 Experience St. Augustine, Inside and Out Your day begins on the front porch with a cup of coffee and the binoculars thoughtfully provided. This adorable home is nestled right behind the St. Augustine Alligator Farm (a fantastic zoo!), giving you a truly unique local experience: watching beautiful birds, like the famous Roseate Spoonbills, soar in the aviary just in front of you. From this ideal island spot, your vacation unfolds effortlessly: Morning: Grab the provided beach gear and stroll the wide, white-sand beaches for a quiet morning walk. You can also walk to climb the 219 steps of the historic St. Augustine Lighthouse for panoramic views that will orient you to the whole area. Afterwards you can rinse off in the outdoor shower 🚿 complete with hot water! Daytime Adventure: Historic downtown is just 1.5 miles away—an easy drive, bike or golf cart ride over the iconic Bridge of Lions. Spend the day walking the cobblestone streets, exploring the 450+ years of history at the massive Castillo de San Marcos fort, and browsing the boutiques and shops along the pedestrian mall, St. George Street. Evening Relaxation: After a full day of exploring, the real treat begins back home. Step into your fully-fenced, screened lanai, which guests rave about as the perfect place to relax in the evenings. The kids will love splashing in the saltwater pool, while you unwind in the separate, heated spa and optional heated pool. Enjoy dinner fresh off the gas grill on the shaded patio, complete with an outdoor TV for a perfect Florida nightcap. 🏡 Your Coastal Home Comforts Unbeatable Location: We are ideally situated to walk to pristine white sand beaches, the Lighthouse, Alligator Farm, and the St. Augustine Amphitheater—an excellent spot to catch a concert or event. Outdoor Hot/Cold shower & Rinse Station by the pool for sandy returns from the beach. Modern Coastal Comfort: The open-concept interior is extremely accommodating and noted to be very clean. The great room features a comfortable L-shaped leather sofa, a charming wooden dining area for six and additional seating at the kitchen bar. A spacious, well-equipped kitchen that is great for cooking and has ample tools. 🛌 Sleeping Arrangements (4 Wonderful Bedrooms) Master Suite: A soothing blue retreat designed for relaxation, featuring a comfortable Queen size bed and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and bench. Private King Bedroom: A spacious suite featuring a comfortable King-size bed for ultimate relaxation and privacy. Coastal Queen: Features soft pink walls, a distinctive theme, and shares a bright hall bath with a tub/shower combo. Bunk Room Fun: Perfect for kids, featuring a sturdy Twin over Full size bunk bed with a third trundle bed underneath, and excellent storage space. 🍽️ Culinary & Historic Highlights Don't miss the chance to dine at historic spots downtown like Columbia Restaurant (try the famous 1905 Salad!), and grab a treat from Kilwin's afterward. If you're looking for a local experience, the home is a quick drive to the St. Augustine Distillery for a tour and tasting, or the Colonial Quarter for live music. 👣 The Best of Anastasia Island: Walkable Highlights 🩴🩴 Enjoy an effortless vacation—everything you need is just a short walk away! Iconic Attractions (15-20 Min Walk): St. Augustine Lighthouse: 🕯️ Climb the 219 steps for stunning city and ocean views (0.7 miles). 🐊Alligator Farm Zoological Park: Historic zoo with crocodiles, exotic birds, and zip-lining over the gators (0.7 miles). Dining & Nightlife:🍽️ 🧑🍳Upscale Dining: Walk to Llama Restaurant (Peruvian fine dining) and Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge (innovative cocktails & small plates). 🍸 Casual Eats: Grab tacos 🌮 at local favorite Osprey Tacos or late-night gourmet grilled cheese at Sarbez!. 🧀 🍻 Local Brews: Enjoy craft beer at two island breweries: Old Coast Ales and Hornski's Brewing Co. 🍺 Coffee & Beach: ☕🍵 Premium Cafes: Start your morning at A Cup of Joy Coffee (4.9⭐), Flamingo Coffee Bar (5⭐), Bea's Fine Foods, or The Kookaburra. Beach Access: 🏖️ You are very close to public access points for the beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches. Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach🌞😎 Your St. Augustine story starts here. Whether you’re here for the history, the waves, or the heated saltwater pool, we can’t wait to host your best vacation yet. Book your dates now and start the countdown! Ask about our Great Weekly and Monthly discounts!
Other Details to Note
🛜 Blazing fast internet for all your connectivity needs 📺 7 Smart TVs with streaming access available - including one in the garage to enjoy while working out on the elliptical machine or doing yoga 🧘♀️ 🐶Pet-friendly policy with a $25 per night per pet fee, for up to two dogs 🧻 Complete essentials provided, including linens, towels, and starter supplies 🏖️ Pool can be heated in the off season for $40 per day or $250 per week (must opt in for entire stay when staying less than 1 week) We have stocked the home with many items including start-up supplies. However, you will likely need to supplement with your own during your stay. We appreciate that our guests take good care of the home we have set up, and ask that you use only what you need during your stay. If the propane tank for the fire pit or grill runs out during your stay please make sure you swap it out at the local Sunoco Gas station in the neighborhood. Thank you 🌞 🐕Furry Family Members🐩 We keep the treat jar stocked for our furry guests in the entry area on the cabinet! You will not be able to miss it! There are food & water bowls provided as well. Ran out of waste bags? No worries! We have you covered and have plenty of waste bags to use! Simply toss the used waste bag in the outdoor garbage container. There is a $25 per night pet fee per dog up to 2 dogs, owner permission required prior to stay. Pet owners will be pleased to find a welcoming environment for furry friends, complete with dog bowls, waste bags, and a treat jar to keep tails wagging. Internet/Wi-Fi📶 Lightning fast internet provided; Work can’t wait while you are on your weekend getaway or extended stay? We got you covered! ***Please click the "Save" ❤️ button in the top right of our listing so you can easily find the house again for future trips or to share with your friends! *** Don’t forget to check out our Guidebooks for the best local restaurants, shops, and activities in the area! We’re always happy to provide more details if needed before or during your stay. Your perfect Florida vacation awaits! Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Noncompliance could result in sizable fines or loss of reservation. - Reservation holder must be 25 years of age or older. - Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to your owners and hosts. - Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the owners immediately. - Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival. - Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m. - Smoking is NOT allowed, and Drugs of any kind are NOT permitted. If we find that you did smoke there is a $500 fine plus additional cleaning fees and bill for resulting damage in the home.
Availability
What this place offers
Amenities
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- Pool Private or Shared
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
- Sun loungers
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- Pool Private or Shared
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor kitchen
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
- Sun loungers
Bathroom
- Outdoor shower
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Entertainment
- Arcade machine
- Books
- Ethernet connection
- Exercise equipment
- Game console
- Life-size games
- Ping Pong Table
Family
- Babysitter recommendations
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Crib
- High chair
- Playroom
- Stair gates
- Travel crib
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Beach access
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Safe
- Clothing storage
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Services
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Gym Free, in the building or nearby
- Private living room
- Single level home No stairs in home
- Free street parking
House Rules
Accessibility
Neighborhood
The best attractions within comfortable walking distance (15-20 minutes) are: St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park: A quick 15-minute (0.7-mile) walk will get you to this historic and accredited zoo, where you can see every species of crocodilian in the world, plus exotic birds, mammals, and even zip-line over the gators! St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum: You can reach the iconic black-and-white striped lighthouse in about a 17-minute (0.7-mile) walk. Climb the 219 steps for a stunning view of the city, the ocean, and your rental house! Local Restaurants & Bars: Several popular eateries, bars, and cafes are conveniently located along Anastasia Boulevard, all within a 5-10 minute walk. Anastasia State Park & Beach Access: While the main entrance to the State Park is a bit further, you are very close to public beach access points for the beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches. This prime location lets your guests enjoy the island's best sights without needing to drive! Upscale Restaurants & Fine Dining (10–20 Minute Walk) Llama Restaurant (4.7 ⭐): Famous for its stunning, artful presentations of authentic Peruvian specialties, Llama offers one of the most highly-rated fine dining experiences in St. Augustine—right in your neighborhood! Odd Birds Cocktail Lounge and Kitchen (4.5 ⭐): This trendy spot is a local gem, known for its cool vibe, handcrafted, innovative cocktails, and eclectic small plates. Perfect for a chic evening out! Casual Bites & Tacos (5–15 Minute Walk) Osprey Tacos (4.7 ⭐): A local favorite offering creative, counter-service street tacos and burritos in a fun, vibrant setting. Perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. Sarbez! (4.7 ⭐): Known for its gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, craft beer on tap, pinball machines, and late-night rock-and-roll vibe. Breweries & Coffee (5–20 Minute Walk) Old Coast Ales (4.9 ⭐): The premier local craft brewery on Anastasia Island. Enjoy world-class IPAs and local brews in a comfortable taproom or spacious outdoor area. Hornski's Brewing Co.: Another great, laid-back island brewery with house-brewed beers and arcade games. Bea's Fine Foods + All Day Café (4.6 ⭐): A farm-inspired café serving fresh, delicious breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes. The Kookaburra: A beloved local coffee chain known for its authentic Australian pastries and strong coffee.
Guest Access
Reviews
Find us
Sorry we're unable to show you the location for this property
Approximate location. Full address will be provided on booking.