Luxury beach escape, 2 blocks to the ocean & 1 block to the river! Sauna, heated pool, hot tub, paddle boards, kayaks, golf cart & more—only 10 mins to downtown St. Augustine. Very clean, well stocked & perfect for couples, families & small groups.

St. Augustine, Florida
$1096 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 21

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Your private Vilano Beach retreat, designed for families, friends & celebrations. Saltwater & Sunsets features a spacious 4BR main home + separate 1BR apartment—perfect for togetherness with added privacy. Enjoy a heated saltwater pool, hot tub, sauna, chef’s kitchen with Viking range, 6,000-game arcade, ping-pong, kayaks, paddleboards & optional 6-seat golf cart. Premium amenities & thoughtful extras make group travel effortless—steps from the beach & minutes from historic St. Augustine.

We’re here to make your stay seamless and memorable! As local, hands-on hosts, we’re just a message or phone call away for anything you need—from local recommendations to quick assistance. Whether you want total privacy or occasional guidance, we’re happy to help as much or as little as you’d like. We’re committed to making sure your time at Saltwater & Sunsets is exceptional from start to finish.

Saltwater & Sunsets is ideally situated in Vilano Beach—just 2 blocks from the Atlantic Ocean, 1 block from the Intracoastal Waterway, and only 10 minutes to historic downtown St. Augustine. Guests love the unbeatable location: walk or take the golf cart to The Reef for oceanfront dining or Aunt Kate’s for riverfront seafood and sunset views. Just a 4-minute drive away, Cap’s on the Water offers one of the best dining experiences in the area, with stunning waterfront ambiance and delicious coastal cuisine. Golfers will love being just a short drive from several beautiful golf courses in the area (less than 10 minutes to 2 local courses, 30 min to TPC Sawgrass).

Whether you’re soaking up sun on the beach, paddle boarding on the river, or exploring the rich history and charm of St. Augustine, you’ll have the best of everything just minutes away.

Entire property: main house + private garage apartment, excluding some locked cabinets or storage areas for cleaners.

🚗 EASY ARRIVAL
🔐 Self check-in with smart lock
🚙 Parking for 6+ vehicles, including boat & RV parking


Every detail—from the designer furnishings to the spa-inspired amenities—was intentionally chosen to create the elevated beach vacation your family will be talking about long after checkout.

LAYOUT AT A GLANCE:
👉Main House – 1st Floor: BR 1 (King, ensuite); Living; Kitchen; Dining; ½ bath
👉Main House – 2nd Floor: BR 2 (King); BR 3 (two Full-over-Full bunks; Jack-and-Jill w/ BR 2); BR 4 (King, ensuite)
👉Garage Apartment: BR 5 (King, ensuite); ½ bath; kitchen; dining; living (Queen sofa bed)
👉Baths: 4 full + 2 half

🌴 WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE SALTWATER & SUNSETS:

🌊 PRIME LOCATION
📍 Just steps to Vilano Beach
📍 Only 10 minutes to historic downtown St. Augustine

🏖️ PRIVATE RESORT-STYLE BACKYARD
🏊 Heated saltwater pool
💦 7-person hot tub with 40+ jets & LED lighting
🧖 Private spa-inspired sauna with Bluetooth speakers & ambient LED lighting
🔥 Gas fire pit for evening gatherings
🍔 Outdoor kitchen with Bull grill & refrigerator
🚿 Hot outdoor shower + dedicated beach rinse station

💪 WELLNESS & FITNESS
🏋️ Dumbbells & adjustable workout bench
💪 Full-body strength training equipment
🧘 Yoga mat, BOSU balance trainer, Plyometric jump box for full-body workouts

🏡 DESIGNED FOR MULTI-FAMILY GETAWAYS
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Spacious main house + private garage apartment
🛏️ Ideal for grandparents, two families or guests wanting extra privacy
🎉 Need even more space Book our sister home just one street away to accommodate up to 35 guests

🍽️ A CHEF'S KITCHEN WORTH GATHERING AROUND
👨‍🍳 Viking gas range & professional oversized refrigerator/freezer
🔪 All-Clad cookware, Henckel knives & Pottery Barn dinnerware
☕ Keurig, Nespresso & drip coffee makers + milk frother
🧂 Thoughtfully stocked with spices, cooking oils, coffee bar essentials, foil, baggies & pantry basics

✨ LUXURY HOSPITALITY TOUCHES
🧴 Beekman 1802 shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion
🛁 Custom bathrobes, luxury linens & spa-inspired bathrooms
🪞 Makeup towels, cotton pads, Q-tips, hair towels & thoughtful extras
🔌 Wireless charging stations, Bluetooth speakers & sound machines in the bedrooms
🧺 Unlike many rentals, we launder duvet covers after every stay—not just the sheets—for your comfort and peace of mind

🎮 ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERY AGE
🕹️ 6,000+ game arcade
🏓 Ping-pong & shuffleboard
♦️ Air hockey & foosball
🌽 Cornhole
🏀 Basketball game
🟢 Giant Connect 4
🎲 Board games
📺 Smart TVs throughout the home, including every bedroom, private apartment, garage & pool lounge

🌊 BEACH & ADVENTURE READY
🚲 4 bikes + 2 scooters (helmets included)
🛶 2 kayaks with carts & life jackets
🏄 2 paddleboards with carts & life jackets
🏖️ 8 beach chairs, umbrella, beach wagon & beach towels
🧊 Rolling cooler, backpack cooler & beach bags
🌴 Boogie boards & kids' sand toys

💍 WEDDING & CELEBRATION READY
💄 Full-length mirrors & LED makeup mirrors
💇 Hair straighteners & hair towels
🛁 Spacious bathrooms designed for getting ready together
👶 FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXTRAS
🍼 High chair, Pack 'n Play & baby bather
🛏️ Bed rail
🍽️ Toddler dishes
🏖️ Beach toys

💻 WORK & EXTENDED-STAY FRIENDLY
🖥️ Dedicated workspace with monitor & printer
📶 Lightning-fast 1GB Wi-Fi
🧺 Two laundry rooms with washers & dryers (main house + apartment)

🚙 ENHANCE YOUR STAY
🛺 Optional 6-seat golf cart available to rent

🚿 COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE
🔥 Two tankless water heaters ensure long, hot showers—even with a full house.

🎄 HOLIDAY MAGIC AT SALTWATER & SUNSETS
✨ Visiting between mid-November and early January You'll enjoy a beautifully decorated home that captures the spirit of the season while being just minutes from St. Augustine's world-famous Nights of Lights. Spend your days exploring the holiday festivities and your evenings relaxing in your own warm, festive coastal retreat.

Saltwater & Sunsets is about 1 hour from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and 2 hours from Orlando International Airport (MCO).

Once you’re in Vilano Beach, getting around is easy! Use the 6-person golf cart (extra fees apply) to cruise to nearby restaurants, the beach, or explore the neighborhood. You’ll also find ride-share services, taxis, and local shuttles available for trips into downtown St. Augustine.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 3129 Sq Ft (291 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Private Pool Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Office Printer
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Stereo Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    3 Stairs To Reach Property If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 21

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Allison M.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2026

    Stayed Jun 14, 2026

    The perfect vacation! We couldn’t have booked a better house for our annual summer beach trip! Plenty of room and space for sleeping for our party. The upstairs suite was private enough for those of us who had work calls during the day to tackle and retire at night for the early risers. The backyard was phenomenal. The perfect size pool and loungers for sunbathing, huge hot tub and beautiful fire pit. Also the added sauna lounge was such a nice added amenity to the house that everyone enjoyed! We rented the golf cart and made our trips to the beach seamless and less than a minute away. We loved the quiet neighborhood and beaches. We are used to the crowded gulf beaches and the beach was not crowded in mid June! Plenty of space for our boys to play beach football. The house was beyond fully stocked with every kitchen gadget and bar ware you could imagine. We were able to cook some meals in and bake some sweets and the kitchen had everything we needed. The game room was a great option for late nights or rainy days. All the beach gear was provided. Beach towels, chairs, umbrellas. Also they truly thought of everything. Sunscreen, toiletries, plenty of towels and pillows in the house. The overall design and decor of the house was beautiful. Modern and on trend furnishings. Derek and Tabitha made our stay one of the best vacations we have been on! We made such wonderful memories and hope to be able to return next summer! Thank you for the care & love that you provided to us! Ali

  • Bob W.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 18, 2026

    My friends and I have been getting together for the last 20+ years, and we all agree that this is by far the best. It has EVERYTHING that a group could need or want, the amenities were above and beyond our expectations and past experiences. The decor allowed us to relax whether we were inside or enjoying the beautiful setup outside on the patio. We enjoyed the hot tub, the saltwater pool, the grill, the game room and the 6-seat golf cart. Would have tried out the firepit however, the heat of the night didn't allow.

  • Blake P.

    Submitted May 26, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    A large group of us arrived to celebrate a birthday, and the property was even better than expected. So much space and activities to do at the house. Also, the house is stocked with just about any item you may forget (plenty of towels, items in the kitchen, bathrooms) which was so nice. Tabitha and Derek were exceptional hosts. Great communication and detailed information provided, and always quick to respond (leading up to and during the trip). It's close to the beach and the city. Would highly recommend and look forward to returning.

  • Leigh Anne F.

    Submitted May 3, 2026

    Stayed Apr 30, 2026

    The host was always answering our questions in a very timely matter. House was in exceptional shape. Plenty of imenities! House had plenty of supplies and cookware, plates, glasses for allOccasions!

  • Heidi S.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2026

    Stayed Apr 4, 2026

    Close to supermarket & downtown St Augustine

  • Beth K.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    Amazing property—you will not be disappointed!The house is perfectly situated and the layout is fantastic. The kitchen, game room, hot tub and pool were favorites with our group. Kids loved swimming rain or shine. Our beach day was easy with provided chairs and umbrellas ready to go. Lots of great family time!

  • Thomas C.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 23, 2026

    Our family group of siblings and spouses had a fantastic week at this great house in this historical city. 5 bedrooms, large living spaces, a pool, hot tub and sauna. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Derek and Tabitha were attentive, made us feel welcome and have created a wonderful short term rental experience. We recommend Saltwater and Sunsets for adults and families alike.

  • ReneeC

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Exceeded our expectations. Saltwater & Sunsets was the perfect place for our stay! The home is beautiful, thoughtfully designed, spotless, and incredibly comfortable for our entire group — you can truly tell how much care went into every detail. The location was a huge highlight. The beach is just minutes away, making it easy to enjoy morning walks and sunsets, and historic St. Augustine was a quick drive for dining, shopping, and sightseeing while still feeling tucked away in a peaceful coastal neighborhood. We loved the outdoor space — the pool, hot tub, sauna and lounge areas made it feel like our own private retreat. Inside, the beds were extremely comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, and there was plenty of room for everyone to gather and relax. The game room kept kids entertained for hours. The hosts were welcoming, responsive, and made everything seamless from check-in to check-out. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend Saltwater & Sunsets for a luxury beach getaway!

  • Katherine H.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Amazing, clean, big house for a family Christmas. Everything was exactly as pictured, if not better. It was extremely comfortable for our group of 9 adults and 3 young kids. They had every amenity we could think of for the beach, pool, little kids, and more. We were even pleasantly surprised by the beautiful Christmas decorations! Definitely worth it to rent the golf cart to get to the beach and nearby restaurants. We would 100% recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing beach vacation! Thank you!!

  • Jessica N.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at The Wander and Rest Home in Vilano Beach. The house was beautifully decorated for the Christmas season and felt incredibly warm and inviting. The hosts truly thought of everything to make our stay as comfortable as possible. With the pool, hot tub, sauna, golf cart, and a garage full of games and activities, our family was never bored. The beach is just a short golf cart ride away and conveniently close to a few charming restaurants.Thank you for helping make my mom’s 75th birthday so special. We will definitely be back!

  • Submitted Nov 13, 2025

    Stayed Nov 9, 2025

    We stayed at Salt Water and Sunsets with a group of 19, and it was hands-down one of the best vacation homes we’ve ever experienced. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that every detail had been thoughtfully curated to make our stay unforgettable. The house itself is immaculate and truly stunning—beautifully decorated, spacious, and designed for both relaxation and togetherness. One of our favorite features was the separate game room for the kids. They could be as loud and energetic as they wanted while the adults enjoyed some peaceful downtime. It was a game changer for our large group. The outdoor amenities were equally impressive. The heated pool, hot tub, and sauna created a private resort feel. Whether we were swimming, soaking, or unwinding in the sauna, every moment felt like pure luxury. The attention to detail was unmatched. Robes in the closets, bathroom toiletries in case we forgot anything, and thoughtful touches throughout the home made us feel completely cared for. It’s rare to find a rental that anticipates your needs before you even think of them. We truly never wanted to leave. Salt Water and Sunsets is the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience, and we can’t recommend it highly enough. We’re already dreaming about our next visit!

  • Amy C.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    The house is gorgeous and the kitchen is incredible! We spent most of our time in the backyard enjoying the pool and hot tub! This house is perfect for a large group and was truly equipped with everything we needed and more!

  • AshleyE

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    The Saltwater and Sunsets home is the perfect Vilano Beach getaway. The location is perfect and so close to everything and good eats. The home is stunning with ample amenities and luxury accommodations. The hosts have not missed any detail. We enjoyed the late night hot tub hangs, afternoon swims in the pool, golf cart rides to Cap’s for dinner, walks on the beach at sunset, coffee on the front porch rocking chairs and plenty of good night’s sleep. We can’t wait to visit again!

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