[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets Vacation home with kitchen, near Vilano Beach ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73770000/73767200/73767107/6eda6bf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73770000/73767200/73767107/2607d28f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73770000/73767200/73767107/1ef01ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73770000/73767200/73767107/da7db76e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73770000/73767200/73767107/056dc24f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located between beautiful Vilano Beach and the intracoastal waterway, The House of Shells offers a relaxing retreat with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and beachy decor. Enjoy your private oasis in the backyard featuring a hot tub, outdoor dining area with grill station and covered pergola. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets We help make the most of your vacation by providing Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination! Take a relaxing vacation in this newly renovated and freshly furnished townhouse nestled between beautiful Vilano Beach and the intracoastal waterway! The House of Shells features an open and inviting floor plan with vaulted ceilings and modern, beachy decor. Best of all, enjoy a private oasis in the backyard equipped with private hot tub, outdoor dining, grilling station, covered pergola, fire pit, and tropical garden! You will find everything you need for your vacation including a fully stocked kitchen, clean and fresh linens, bathroom amenities, and beach supplies. Whether you are looking to fill your days on the beach, which is just a short walk away, or enjoy the sites and sounds of historic downtown, this home will provide you with a place to kick back and relax at the end of the day. This rental comes with a FREE FUN package which includes one free entry to several top attractions, such as The Alligator Farm and the Old Town Trolley Historic Tour, each day, all just minutes away. Just down the road is Vilano Beach Town Center. There you can stroll down palm tree-lined Vilano Road (Vilano's "Main Street") along sea-colored sidewalk pavers to the Vilano Pier which offers beautiful sunset views across the river to Historic St. Augustine. You can also fish off the Pier. On your way back through the Art Deco/Florida Vernacular-styled Vilano Beach Town Center, stop in for a great meal at one of five local restaurants ranging from pizza to Chinese to Italian to seafood. Or pick up picnic/snack items at the Publix Grocery, which includes a deli, liquor store and a pharmacy. Back at the beach enjoy swimming, sunning, surfing, fishing and skimboarding. Be sure to check out the popular riverfront restaurant with dock and water views, Caps on the Water, located less than half a mile walking distance from the home. \*\*PET POLICY: Only dogs are permitted, and must be approved by management PRIOR to booking. You must inquire with the number, weight, and breed to get approval before you book as some breed and size restrictions apply. A pet fee will be required upon approval. For safety and security purposes this property is equipped with a camera covering the front entryway. \- WIFI \- Flat screen TV \- Ceiling Fans \- Fully equipped kitchen \- Dining table for six \- Laundry room \- Private Hot Tub \- Fire Pit \- Pergola \- Gas grill \- Back deck in fenced yard \- Free parking, 2 spots \- Coded entry Let iTrip help you make the most of your vacation! Ride Ripley’s Red Train around the area and take in the historic beauty of Downtown St. Augustine! Explore the oldest fort in the continental United States, the Castillo San Marcos, and stroll down colorful St. George Street filled with shops and restaurants of irresistible local flare. You might even spot a Pirate or Spanish Conquistador in period attire! Breathe in the warm, salty air as you enjoy a romantic walk along the waterfront as the sun sets, casting its final rays on the sparkling water, the drifting boats, and the picturesque Bridge of Lions. But don’t forget to make good use of the night by experiencing the Ghost train or Haunted House tour. Enjoy the endless variety of restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream, art, book stores and more just a short drive away from your front door. FREE FUN! Each booking will include one free entry per attraction each day of your stay! The following attractions are included: \- St. Augustine Alligator Farm \- St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum \- Old Town Trolley One Day Tour \- Royal St. Augustine Golf & Country Club Course \- Yoga Bohemia St. Augustine: Beach Yoga Additional attractions may be available, so feel free to reach out with any questions! NOTE: $500 cancellation fee applies to all bookings 27 days or more. Startup bathroom, kitchen, and laundry supplies are provided with each booking. 25 year age requirement to book and stay: Tenant must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age (an "adult") and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved dates. Noise Ordinance: The city of St. Augustine has a noise ordinance that prohibits noise between the hours of 10:00pm-6:00am Sunday-Thursday, and 11:00pm-7:00am Friday-Saturday. Violations can result in a $500 fee. No smoking or vaping on the property. $500 fine for rule violation. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Fenced yard - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69806100/69806012/64d67bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Villa at Vilano beach - Fall Discounts: Book 4 nights, get 2 free Vilano Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=69806012&PinnedHotelID=69806012&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 ### Property is also known as 9704 ## About the area Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Vilano Beach, a neighborhood in St. Augustine. Shoppers can check out St. George Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Vilano Beach and St. Augustine Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Flagler College Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Castle Otttis. Kayaking, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [Visit our St. Augustine travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Augustine.dx6047864) [View more Vacation homes in St. Augustine](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Augustine-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6047864-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.95863%2C-81.30928&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QbznlT94i85tNrwJ50pFhHGfa18=) St. Augustine, FL ### What's nearby - Castle Otttis - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Vilano Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - St. George Street - 12 min drive - 11.1 km - Flagler College - 13 min drive - 11.1 km - Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 14 min drive - 11.8 km ### Getting around - St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive - ‪V Pizza - Flask & Cannon - ‬16 min drive - ‪The Reef - ‬18 min walk - ‪Beaches On Vilano - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cap's on the Water - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Private Garden, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Walk to Beach, Minutes to Historic Downtown, $300 in Free Tickets located? > Located in Vilano Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Usina Beach and Vilano Beach. Castle Otttis 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. 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