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Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal

Riverfront vacation home in St. Augustine with kitchen

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Tucked away behind St. Augustine's Fullerwood Park, Back Bay Hideaway offers old Florida charm with a wrap-around porch boasting tidal marsh views and wildlife. Unwind on the porch or visit nearby attractions like Fort Mose Historic State Park and Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10205 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal

Tucked away behind St. Augustine’s Nationally Registered Fullerwood Park on the Intracoastal watershed, you’ll find a house that oozes old Florida charm. Tourists and citizens from another era traveled north in carriages from the Oldest City to picnic among the citrus groves planted by Massachusettsan Abel A. Hildreth during the booming Flagler period. Welcome to Back Bay Hideaway, a charming house with a huge wrap-around porch that boasts both stunning tidal marsh views and the wildlife calling it home.

Back Bay Hideaway is a charming house only nine minutes from vehicle-friendly Vilano Beach boasting porch views of the vibrant tidal marsh and the wildlife that call it home.

In addition, Fort Mose Historic State Park is only 1.3 miles, as is Ponce de Leon`s Fountain of Youth. Just 1.1 miles away is the Old Jail and the Oldest Store.

Rules & Policies
Must be 25+ to rent due to insurance; no exceptions
Reservation holder must be on-site if other party members are present
No smoking anywhere on the property

Pet Policy
Up to 2 dogs allowed ($150 for one, $250 for two).
All dogs must be disclosed prior to check-in. Failure to do so will result in a $500 fine.
Guests must clean up after pets (additional $500 fee if cleaning team must handle this).
No other pets allowed.
You must be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation. The person who makes the reservation must occupy the residence for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,207 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

You must be at least 25 years of age in order to make a reservation.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: There is a dog bed and bowls at the house.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

205483

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Greater Fullerwood, a neighborhood in St. Augustine. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by World Golf Village, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Anastasia State Park and Vilano Beach. Potter's Wax Museum and St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our St. Augustine travel guide
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What's nearby

  • shrimp boats at St Augustine
    San Sebastian River
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Day 1 of my road trip across the USA brought me to my favorite city in Florida, St. Augustine; the oldest city in the country, and easily one of the most beautiful. 👇🏽 I snapped this shot at Fort Mose Historic State Park. This incredible site is a U.S. National Historic Landmark, and the rich history of this place is something that every school should be teaching our youth. 👇🏽 Hidden away in the marshes of St. Augustine is one of the most important sites in American history: the first free community of ex-slaves, founded in 1738 and called Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose or Fort Mose (pronounced Moh-Say). Fort Mose played an extremely important role in the development of colonial North America. 👇🏽 As early as 1687, the Spanish government had begun to offer asylum to slaves who managed to escape from British colonies (the first Underground Railroad ran SOUTH to Florida from the colonies!). In 1693, the Spanish Crown officially proclaimed that runaways would find freedom in Florida, in return for converting to Catholicism and a term for men of four years' military service to the Crown. In effect, Spain created a maroon settlement in Florida as a front-line defense against English attacks from the north. Spain also intended to destabilize the plantation economy of the British colonies by creating a free black community to attract slaves seeking escape and refuge from British slavery. 👇🏽 Fort Mose was the first free African settlement legally sanctioned in what would become the United States and had a total population of about 100. The village had a wall around it, with dwellings inside, plus a church and an earthen fort. 👇🏽 The history of Fort Mose is far deeper, and far more interesting then I can convey on @Instagram so please do your own reading on it and learn more about the very earliest history of what is now the United States.
    Fort Mose Historic State Park
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ponce de Leon\'s Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park which includes heritage elements, a park and tropical scenes
    Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Old Florida Museum
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Jail Museum
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Beaches On Vilano
    8 min drive
  • Bronx House Pizza
    4 min drive
  • Denny's
    4 min drive
  • Brisky’s Bbq
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal located?

Located in Greater Fullerwood, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Matanzas River, Tolomato River, and Old Florida Museum. San Sebastian River and San Marco Antique Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Back Bay Hideaway on the Intracoastal Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunrises. History & Outside Fun

We loved staying at this home & property. The sunrise each morning was absolutely stunning. The option of the screened in porch, open porch, yard & fire pit was so nice to really enjoy the view & outdoors when we weren’t in the historic district. The location was also super convenient to everywhere you’d want to visit in St Augustine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

roxie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

This was one of the best and cleanest places weves stayed, privacy and spacious for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend done right

What a great house! My friends and I have done a girls weekend for the past 6 years and BY FAR this house was the best. The space was perfect, the location was perfect, the house was stocked so well and we were so impressed with everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mom's birthday celebration was perfect!

We stayed at the house during our visit to St. Augustine for our mom's 75th birthday. We loved being able to have big family meals together before/after our outings. It was such a special weekend together with our family at the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House and Ideal Location for Large Families

We made a last-minute trip to St. Augustine before the kids returned to school, and this house and location were perfect. There was plenty of space for all six of us to spread out comfortably. The dining room and porches were our favorite spots. The historic district, where we spent most of our time, was just a short drive away. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home for all ages

We looked for a home that would create the ambiance of adventure for our grandkids and it did not disappoint. The location was on a tidal area that was absolutely beautiful at sunrise. The wildlife was spectacular to watch throughout the day. The property was well supplied and the extra details were very much appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our short stay

Loved being right on the marsh, the house had an “old Florida” feel, which was charming. We were in town for a wedding so we didn’t spend much time at the house during the day, but the grandchildren had fun exploring in the yard. The kitchen was good, we did prepare evening meals, the kitchen could have more silverware, and other cook ware staples. Over all it was a very good experience, we are looking to book again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Peaceful quirks

Location was amazing. So peaceful and private. Really enjoyed coffee on the porch for sunrise and evening chats looking at marsh and wildlife. The house had many uniquely inconvenient quirks. I suppose none of them ruined our stay but might need some attention. Was looking forward to a soaking in bathtub however disappointed that it cannot hold water and is for decoration only plus other small disappointments. However, Management was wonderfully responsive to all major concerns and overall we enjoyed our stay..
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely view, delightfully quirky home

Best part was the view, being away from busy historic district. House felt large, with a lot of fun accents. The separate cottage provides privacy for one couple. Usually when we use vacation rentals, we’re driving from home. This time, we flew in and really noticed the lack of basic staples. There’s salt, pepper and a few spices. No aluminum foil or plastic wrap, olive oil, vinegar, etc. So expect to bring or buy pretty much everything if you plan to cook and dine in.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway

My husband and I had a great experience staying at this property. The marsh view is what sold us on this location versus other rentals. We saw owls, herons, egrets, osprey, and so much more every day we were there. The location is convenient to the historic district and easier to bike there than drive due to traffic and lack of parking. We rented bikes from Anastasia Bicycle Rental and Tom was great - he delivered the bikes to us the same day we called and provided baskets, locks, night lights, etc. Highly recommend using his services. We enjoyed a fantastic meal at Columbia Restaurant - the service, food, and overall experience were a pleasant surprise. We cooked the rest of our dinners at the rental and the kitchen has all the basic essentials. The rental was clean and comfortable and we enjoyed having coffee and breakfast every morning on the porch overlooking the marsh and tidal creek. This is a hidden gem. Don't sleep on it!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Hideaway

Close enough to all the downtown activities but like another world away. Such a beautiful setting - porches offered great opportunities for sunrise & bird watching. Clean, quiet, comfortable, well-equipped kitchen and loads of gathering space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and neighborhood

We loved sitting on the wraparound porch and watching the tide go in and out as well as the birds flying around the marsh. Many spaces for everyone to spread out and hang out together. Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Hideaway

This is a nice property tucked away, but conveniently close. Watching the tide rise and fall from the screened in porch was such a pleasure. They were plenty of amenities, such as towels and blankets and kitchen items. Much more than we had the opportunity to use. I would recommend this to anyone who likes to get away to a private little point of land and looks over the marsh to watch birds and sit in the rocking chair and feel the breeze. The only little minus I would offer is that the beds are super hard, like cardboard. Perhaps a mattress topper or something like that would help make the mattresses a little more comfortable. It’s such a beautiful house, no need to skimp on the mattresses. Otherwise I could live there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good home base

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay!Pros-Clean, plenty of space to spread out, quiet neighborhood, beautiful marsh views. Lots of outdoor deck space. We didn’t cook in the kitchen, but found plenty of dishes, mugs, cutlery, etc. Easy check in/check out. Cons-The 4th bedroom/3rd bathroom are in a separate “cottage”. Fine for groups with adults/older teens, but could pose a problem for families with young kids. Beds are FIRM. Like sleeping on the floor firm. We found them to be incredibly uncomfortable. We also were not fans of the tile floors. We tried to respect the “no shoes” policy, but found the floors to be hard and cold.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Loren N.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanche P.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025