Title: Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 Vacation home with kitchen, near Vilano Beach ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77050000/77047800/77047778/d25a61d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77050000/77047800/77047778/w1024h723x0y0-9736da0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77050000/77047800/77047778/ee3a8be0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77050000/77047800/77047778/w1024h723x0y0-2aa3f8f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77050000/77047800/77047778/48f27744.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the tranquil shores of Vilano, Island Surf Cottage offers a secluded retreat. Unwind on the front porch with a cool drink and enjoy mature trees and many palms for outside privacy. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4864 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 Our cottage is the perfect get away for couples or a small family of four. Island Surf Cottage is unique in its space, architecture and outside privacy with mature trees and many palms! The front porch is a perfect place to relax with a cool drink and a good book or take a siesta! The outside shower is a big hit with all our guests. Beaches are within minutes walking distance to Porpoise Point and the main beach of Vilano. No driving required! Restaurants and Publix are also within walking distance. Park your car and enjoy your stay at our cottage! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 864 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18967800/18967721/03b2de8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oceanfront Vilano Beach Retreat- Pool/Minutes from historic St Augustine/Peloton Vilano Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=18967721&PinnedHotelID=18967721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102770000/102762100/102762064/w1199h799x1y1-66fbaae7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront, Spacious w/ Views! - Battened Hatches Vilano Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=102762064&PinnedHotelID=102762064&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102770000/102762100/102762066/w1199h799x1y1-2769e034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steps to Beach, Quaint and Quiet - Crow's Nest Vilano Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.6 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=102762066&PinnedHotelID=102762066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90980800/90980781/ffd7f7a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dogs Welcome! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 93103 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.91373%2C-81.29281&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W_VCOUHLR1AUOuuURwVleiRmV9k=) Vilano Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Vilano Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km - St. George Street - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Flagler College - 6 min drive - 5.8 km - Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 7 min drive - 6.1 km #### Getting around - St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Conch House Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪Beaches On Vilano - ‬9 min walk - ‪Pesca - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬10 min drive - ‪Surfside Kitchen - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 located? > Located in Vilano Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Vilano Point Beach and Vilano Beach. Vilano Beach Pavilion and Tolomato River are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Excellent Location ~ Island Surf Cottage ~ Sleeps 4 Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith O. Jul 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location This was a perfect place to stay during our week in St. Augustine. Quiet local beaches, abundance of restaurants to choose from, and the beach vibe the house had to offer. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Keith O. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nina M. Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage Our second stay was just as wonderful as the first! We love the beach within walking distance, saw lots of dolphins. And downtown just a short drive. Great location for just relaxing or seeing the sites. Caps on the water is a great place for dinner. We enjoy everything about Vilano. Cottage has everything you need. ##### Nina M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James P. Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at this little oasis on Vilano Beach Great place, close to the beach!! ##### James P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shanna H. Dec 7, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Love the walls I lift to beach. Neighborhood great quiet and friendly ##### Shanna H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth B. Aug 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location!!! This place was within walking distance of the beautiful beach!! We loved everything about this place! The kitchen was fully stocked, the beds were comfortable, everything was clean and just as described! ##### Kenneth B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna P. Jul 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable home I had a wonderful stay. Very cute home. Clean. Comfortable beds. ##### Joanna P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Summer N. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient, Clean Cottage Close to Beach Positives & Negatives: We enjoyed our stay in this cute, clean cottage. Great patio/porch and yard. Lots of towels. The ice maker is out of service and we had to buy ice. No TV's in bedrooms. Internet/TV goes in and out frequently. We loved driving around the corner to park on the beach. Overall a fun stay! ##### Summer N. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Y. Jun 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Beach House We had a wonderful time. Very easy correspondence, very good amenities and amazing location. We would absolutely stay again! ##### David Y. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### robert s. Jan 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Awesome property! It was all it was advertised as. I would definitely stay again ##### robert s. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### James P., Bradenton Sep 6, 2022 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### My Island Cottage Review First off, the house itself is gorgeous, the neighborhood, landscape all quiet beachy, totally awesome! Now, they forget to tell you cell phone reception and coverage is horrible in this particular neighborhood/cottage. You literally have to stand in ONE spot on the upper deck to make a phone call. Now, if the cottage had wifi service(which advertised as did) wouldn't be an issue. Check in was Friday at 4 the rental company closes at 5, better hope there isn't a issue, because the 9-5 people in the office, didn't give a crap that we had issues, they played phone tag with us till 5pm, guess what happens, office closes(they could care less) now the after hours people did there best, with no resolve. So Friday night we had no cable TV, or wifi, or phone service (pretty much off the grid) and to top it off the A/C quit working in the middle of the night. We wake up Saturday morning to 84° in the house. It was noon on Saturday before we got A/C working and at least Cable TV, never got internet. Other than that very quiet relaxing atmosphere, 5 min walk to the beach, or 10 min drive to downtown St. Augustine. Maybe the Property Managers should spend a lot more time, managing the properties, instead of collecting money and half assing things (my opinion) ##### James P. 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