About this rental
Monthly Vacation Home.
3 blocks from St. Augustine Beach
Reserve 2025 dates now and receive a 10% discount.
We are looking for a 6 month guest beginning April, 2025.
This home does not allow smoking on the property, inside or outside.
Not Handicapped Accessible.
If you are interested in walking on the beach and relaxing, bring your pet and let us host you. The newest restaurant, Fort and River is wonderful and of course everyone loves Columbia!
Are you moving and looking for a home between homes? Are you interested in seeing the Oldest City in Florida and discover an amazing history? As owners, we are proud to provide you a home away from home while visiting our sweet town and beach. Walk your dog safely, visit with neighbors and walk on the beach without driving your car!
Check out Sea Turtle 214B, #12114 next door for additional dates.
We are located just 3 blocks from St. Augustine Beach. This vacation home is designed with you in mind. The full kitchen is supplied with all cookware needed to cook or just enjoy coffee on your morning beach walk. A large private deck in back where you can relax at the end of your day. Completely fenced back yard! The bedroom has a queen bed with a large closet. We have included extras such as vacuum, iron, toaster, blender, crock pot and grill. The bathroom includes shower and tub, towels, hair dryer and complimentary soap and shampoo to begin your stay. The home sleeps 4 comfortably with a full-size futon/bed in the living area. Two sets of linens for each bed are available. We have even included a recliner in the living room. Invite your family or friends for the weekend. There is parking provided for 2 cars. Beautifully landscaped. TV and Wifi provided. A large refrigerator along with washer and dryer provided to make life easier. Walk mornings on the beach and visit the historic district. Historic St. Augustine is within a 10 minute drive. You can drive into town, ride the Red Train while learning the history of the oldest town in the US. Walk to the beach and visit local restaurants on the way back. Better yet, order take-out and relax at home watching TV in the evening. Such a quiet neighborhood. You can book 1 to 6 months. Enjoy the privacy you deserve and the slower paced life St. Augustine offers. We encourage our guests to book 3 months! See the sights slowly and walk along our famous coastline leisurely.
Pet Friendly, prefer small pets under 20 lbs: $150 additional, non-refundable.
No smoking home.
Unique Benefits
Seasonal and Northern Guests: You will feel at home from the time you walk in the door. We are located on a dead-end street so there is not any thru traffic. This beach home and quiet, peaceful neighborhood is waiting for you. The weather is great and our back deck is relaxing. We have been told from prior residents that the neighborhood is one of the best for walking your dog!
Enjoy St. Augustine with friends or family. Receive a special discount when you reserve both Units A and B during the same month or months! Huge back decks make grilling out and evening meals at the beach enjoyable!
Why Kids Love It
St. Augustine Beach is kid friendly. The Beach is flat so there is room to run and enjoy the water without getting in too deep. A Splash Park at the Pier is located on the beach. There is a small playground south on A1A and there is a large playground in the historic district. Ice cream shops are everywhere!
Area Information
Your vacation home is located 3 blocks from St. Augustine Beach and many restaurants. The historic district is only a 10 minute drive. All shops are open downtown late. You will also be within driving distance to the Premium Outlet Mall located one exit North on I-95 and the Jacksonville area. If you desire to travel further, Florida offers the famous Orlando/Disney area about 2 hours South. ( I-95 to I-4) Kennedy Space Center is located 1.5 hours South on I-95. Visit Castille de San Marcos National Monument built by the Spanish in 1672 to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route.
Ride the train downtown while listening to the history of the oldest town in the US. Visit Castille de San Marcos National Monument built by the Spanish in 1672 to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route.
Be our guest. Spring 2025 is available. Our favorite time of the year. Check calendar dates to determine availability. We hope to hear from you soon.
Attractions Within Walking Distance
St. Augustine Beach
Castille de San Marcos National Monument
The Pier
Gift shops
Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Mango, Mango Restaurant
Coneheads Ice Cream and Hot Dogs
Favorite Places To Eat
Fort and River
Sunset Grill
Columbia
Seafood Kitchen
Salt Life
Beachside Diner
Cafe Eleven
Guy Harvey
Violas Italian (pizza, pasta, etc.)
Harry's Seafood Bar & Grill
The Conch House Restaurant
The Commanders Shellfish Camp
Saltwater Cowboys
Inside Scoop
Founded in 1565. St. Augustine is the oldest continuously occupied settlement of European and African-American origin in the United States. Forty-two years before the English colonized Jamestown and fifty-five years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock the Spanish established at St. Augustine this nation's first enduring settlement.
St Augustine can boast that it contains the only urban nucleus in the United States whose street pattern and architectural ambiance reflect Spanish origins.
It is also important to realize that 20 years after the civil war(1885) Henry Flagler decided to create a winter retreat for wealthy Americans. In 1887 his company began construction of two large hotels and then a year later a third hotel. His architects changed the appearance of St. Augustine and those building styles in time came to characterize the look of cities throughout Florida.
Touring the oldest city in Florida can be done on the Red Train which winds it's way throughout St. Augustine and you can listen to the history. Visiting the local museums you can see through paintings how St. Augustine appeared during the 1900's.
Things to Do:
-Visit the Farmers Market at the Amphitheatre on Saturday mornings
-First Friday Art Walk on the first Friday of every month from 5 - 9PM, new exhibits, music and entertainment provided by the Red Express Tours and Old Town Trolleys.
-Uptown Saturday Night, on the last Saturday of every month from 5 - 9PM, Live music, refreshments and shopping on San Marco Avenue.
-San Sebastian Winery tours
-St Augustine Film Festival, January
-41st Annual Matanzas 5000 Fun Run, January
-St Augustine Food and Wine Festival...May
Amenities
Other Vacation Rental Amenities
Hand mixer, Vacuum, Iron
Amazing Deck in back yard
Beach chairs, Beach towels
2 sets of Linens for Queen bed and Futon
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Rates
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 01 - Dec 31 2024 | $2,500 | 30 nights | |||
Jan 01 - Apr 30 2025 | $3,450 | 30 nights | |||
May 01 - Sep 30 2025 | $3,200 | 30 nights | |||
Oct 01 - Dec 29 2025 | $3,000 | 30 nights |
Fees:
Pet fee: $150
Deposit required 2 month: $1,000
Deposit required 1 month: $500
Six month damage deposit: $500
Cleaning: $175
Tax Rate: 11.5%
Notes:
An additional 5% discount is added when you rent both Units A and B at the same time.
Payment Processing Fee applies to PayPal payments due to their up charges.
Six month rental does not require sales tax charge. However a damage deposit is required in case of damage and an extra cleaning fee is required for a cleaning after 3 months.
Availability
Last updated on August 09, 2024
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Hosted by Steven & Brenda Schell
Member since 2020
Year purchased: 2018
About the host: Steve & Brenda Schell. We have been in St. Augustine now for 16 years. Steve is retired Army National Guard. Our love for St. Augustine began while working here before retirement. We began sharing our love for St Augustine Beach by inviting family to town. This vacation home will enable us to share St Augustine Beach with you! Currently we have 2 homes but it seems like St Augustine is the main residence. Our other home is in Central Florida where we grew up and our families are still located.
Residents in St. Augustine are fun and enjoyable. The atmosphere is friendly.
Time will slow down. You will not want to leave!
Why this property? The Sea Turtle has Unit A and Unit B available to rent. We have provided everything you will need to enjoy a month of fun. A large deck in the back yard has even been added for relaxation and evening visits. Local artwork is being added. The futon couch/bed is for you to invite guests during your stay. The newly landscaped yard with fence, sod and gravel allows you freedom with your pet out back. The walk to the beach is short. Return home for lunch or visit local restaurants without the need to drive.
Sitting and walking on the beach in the morning or evening and spending the day with our grand kids in the sand are our favorite things to do. The walks downtown are also enjoyable. Every time we go downtown we find a new street to enjoy or a new restaurant that we have not tried. We love our time in St Augustine and so will you!
In addition to the Beach, the Historic District is close and you can participate in seasonal events.
January...Nights of Lights
March...St Patrick Day parade
April...Seafood Festival
July...Fireworks over The Matanzas
Guestbook comments from the host:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we smoke on this property?
No. Smoking is not allowed inside or outside of this property. This is a smoke free home.
Are pets welcome?
We welcome 1 small pet during your visit. They must be well behaved.
Can we rent for more than 30 days?
We love our guests to stay 2 or 3 months. It is a more relaxing visit.
Are you close to the Beach?
The beach is only 3 blocks. It is a short and safe walk.
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Reviews
Barb S.St. Augustine Beach, SEA TURTLE #A
This house was just what we were looking for. A quite neighbor hood. It was in walking distance to the beach and many great restaurants The rear of the home was fenced in for privacy and had a really nice deck furnished with a grill, pic nic table, and several chairs. The house Inside was furnished with everything we needed for a great vacation. The owners Brenda and Steve couldn't have been nicer. This was our second year staying there and plan to go back in the future. You will love it.
Stayed: April 2024 Submitted: May 17, 2024
Owner response
Barbara. Thanks for the great review. We really enjoy having you both as guests. Our goal has been a home away from home for our guests. St Augustine has so much to offer and for you to be able to stay a whole month allows you to do all the things slowly and enjoy each day. We look forward to seeing you next year. Have a great summer!
Rick M.Love the Sea Turtle
This year marked our 2nd stay at the Sea Turtle. Next year will mark our 3rd and while we're not wishing our lives away we can't wait until we return to escape another cold Michigan winter! The location is perfect, mid St Augustine Beach, a few short blocks from the ocean, at the end of a quiet street, close to amenities and nearby attractions. The unit is fully equipped, stocked with everything needed to make your stay as comfortable as if you were in your own home. One thing we love about the unit is the back deck, surrounded by tropical foliage, where you can hear the ocean waves at night. I’m also a big walker and walking from the Sea Turtle to the ocean to watch launches from Cape Canaveral are memories I also treasure. The Sea Turtle is a gem and we're so glad we found when shopping for a winter escape.
Stayed: January 2024 Submitted: April 12, 2024
Owner response
Rick. We have really enjoyed visiting with you each year. You expressed exactly why we created the Sea Turtle. A home away from home yet at the beach. When we first experienced St Augustine 15 years ago we thought we had found heaven. Could not believe the beauty and wonder on the beach and around town. Especially when our grands visited with us. We are pleased you found us and hope others will join us throughout the year. Thanks for the great review. See you next year.
Christopher K.Home away from home
We moved from NY and had over a month until our new home was ready in SC, friends in St Augustine found this pet friendly duplex gem 2 blocks from the downtown & beach. Completely stocked with all you need & more, very clean and adorable. Nice deck, fenced yard for privacy, Owners, Brenda & Steve are very friendly & more than accommodating for any of your needs.It is a 1 bedroom, which is comfy & cozy, but has a pull out futon in living area that folds to a twin for additional guests.Bring your bikes, wonderful area to explore or ride on the endless beautiful beaches at low tide. We will return in March, can’t get enough !
Stayed: July 2023 Submitted: August 22, 2023
Owner response
Thank you Chris for the great review. I know you are enjoying your new home. We have decided to provide bikes for our guests. Your wife enjoyed her bike rides so much that we knew it would be a great addition for future guests. We are looking forward to seeing you again in March. Brenda
Corina D.Perfect beach rental with countless attractions nearby
Hosts Steve and Brenda were a pleasure to work with. They were very informative, friendly and accommodating.We stayed May thru June and can't wait to be back. Upon arrival the unit was clean and organized and we especially appreciated the notes and manuals. They provided anything and everything to make you feel right at home (cookware, beach toys, blankets/pillows, a cart to bring your beach items which made the 5 minute walk to the beach so convenient). If you forget anything or for grocery shopping you have Windixie, Target and Publix nearby. The rental is on a dead-end street (great for kids) and the surrounding area felt safe and family friendly. The backyard deck was perfect for taking in the sun and the sounds of birds.We enjoyed hanging out at the beach as much as possible. However, if the beach is not your thing, I recommend taking a walk to the pier (less than a mile away). We fished there, saw sea turtles, dolphins, jellyfish and baby sharks. We also went to 2 different miniature golf locations, checked out their lighthouse (I recommend paying to climb up and enjoy the breathtaking view), visited the Alligator Farm and went downtown St. Augustine. There is not enough space here to mention all the great things downtown St. Augustine has to offer. You have historic sites, forts/castles, shopping, delicious restaurants, boat and trolley tours, free outdoor concerts etc. The easiest way to familiarize yourself with all that downtown St. Augustine has to offer is to take the trolley tour. Everything is within a 10-15 minute drive. If you do not have a car there is a trolley that runs through all I mentioned free of charge.In conclusion, if you're looking for a central location with countless attractions/dining, a place that has everything you need and a host that goes above and beyond to make you feel at home...look no further and book your reservation with Brenda and Steve!!
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: June 28, 2023
Owner response
Corine. Thank for this great review. We did enjoy meeting your family. Our goal with the Sea Turtle vacation rental was for our guests to relax and enjoy all St Augustine has to offer. You did just that. We look forward to your return visit! Brenda and Steve Schell
Elaine C.Relaxing & warm Vacation
This was a Very relaxing get away from the hassle of the Christmas this year, the Sea Turtle #A was fabulous, clean and had everything we needed. We had a great time it did get a little chilly at times but nice and warm inside and nice cool walks on the beach. Had a few nice places to eat if you're interested in going out also...we will be back if all is well!!
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: January 07, 2023
Owner response
Elaine. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. December, 2022 was colder than most years. There were still those beautiful days for walking around downtown and on the beach. St. Augustine is so relaxing this time of year and we are glad you had a good time. We find new places to eat every month so next time I will leave you a list of what we enjoy! Have a great year! Brenda Schell
Carl F H.Our rental and stay was simply amazing.
Sea Turtle along with Brenda and Steve Schell surpassed all of our expectations. The unit was pet friendly and fully equipped to meet all of our needs. The deck was perfect for socializing and naps! Sea Turtle was meticulously clean and the Schells made it very clear that they were available if we had any issues. The neighborhood was very clean and quiet while being very friendly. Proximity to the beach is awesome with many food venues within a simple easy walk. We loved our time at Sea Turtle and highly recommend it to all.
Stayed: April 2022 Submitted: June 26, 2022
Owner response
Thank you, Carl. We enjoyed visiting with you. Our goal was for you to have the best stay in St. Augustine possible.So glad you did. Hope to see you again. Brenda Schell
Betty Sandler/private C.Awesome place to stay!
Very clean, recently updated and well equipped. The owners have thought of everything. Short walk to the beach…no need to concern yourselves with finding a parking spot! Also, short walking distance to shops, restaurants and St. John’s Pier. Short driving distance to Historic St. Augustine, St. Augustine Amphitheater, St. Augustine Lighthouse, Marineland, Alligator Farm and so many other attractions and restaurants. Quick responsive owners. Great communication. I enjoyed my stay and highly recommend this rental to anyone and everyone!! 10/13/2021 at 12:18 PM
Stayed: October 2021 Submitted: October 21, 2021
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Sleeps 4
1 bedroom
1 bathroom
1050 sq. ft.
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