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The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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In the heart of historic St. Augustine, The Red Cottage offers a charming retreat with modern luxuries and rustic charm. This cozy abode features a Keurig coffee machine, small kitchen with essentials, and flagstone patio for outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 423 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking

In full disclosure the Red Cottage is a 125 year old structure, built from lumber salvaged after the 1914 fire. It was used by a native Spaniard, Manuel Menendez, where he rolled cigars until the mid 1930's. It has its quirks and flaws but it's decor, warmth and persona are enchanting. Incredibly convenient and very accessible this is perfect for you if you love vintage.

It was converted to a one room studio with a small kitchen and bathroom. Rustic, quaint, cozy and charming ~ it was recently renovated but still maintains a touch of its history. The kitchen is equipped with a Keurig coffee machine and pods, cream & sugar, a small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and normal kitchen necessities. Please note per the pictures, the bathroom is small and the shower can be a bit tight. A flagstone patio offers outside seating. Free off-street parking is available with lots of extra space for trailer, boat or a recreational vehicle.

The Cottage sits on a large piece of property behind a turn-of-the-century Victorian home (the property owner's rental) overlooking Castillo Drive, the entrance to the city. Francis Field, across the street, is the downtown dog park/event field. Less than 200 yards East is The Visitor Center, and City Gates. Castillo de San Marco (the fort) and Saint George Street are just beyond. Short drives take you to the beautiful beaches of Villano, Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach. On the way to the beach, stop by the Alligator Farm and the Historic St. Augustine Light House. For shopping, St. George street offers many lovely boutiques, and gift shops. Or choose from area outlet malls, farmer's markets, antique stores, etc.

Property manager

Hilary

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Ashtrays are supplied for patio smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

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

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Age restrictions for The Loft access.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Ample parking, shaded yard w/ some accessories.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays are supplied for patio smoking

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Ample parking, shaded yard w/ some accessories.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Red Cottage 5 min Stroll Fort St. George St. Bayfront Lots Shops
Red 5 min Stroll Fort St. George St. Bayfront Lots Shops
Red Cottage 5 min Stroll Fort St. George St. Bayfront Lots Shops
Red Cottage 5 min Stroll Fort St. George St. Bayfront Lots Shops

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Saint Augustine

What's nearby

  • St. George Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flagler College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lightner Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ann O'Malleys - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪St Augustine & Seafood Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mill Top Tavern And Listening Room - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking located?

Located in Uptown, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of San Sebastian River and St. George Street. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Flagler College are also within 15 minutes.

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The Red Cottage ~ 5 min. stroll to Historic St. George Street - on site parking Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 423 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tera A.

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

Weekend Getaway

This is our second stay at the cottage. Perfect location to downtown with an inmate comfortable room to relax in at night. We also had a nightly visit from a friendly outdoor cat Harry that kept us company on the front patio.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

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

St Augustine Seafood Festival

Perfect location. The Red Cottage isn't fancy, but has everything we needed. Location is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Y.

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

Great location! Great Host!

Overall, it was a wonderful spot --- perfect to get around to old town and uptown! Our host Hilary was amazing! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti K.

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

Small red house was lovely…

Awesome location…. The house was super cute inside and very clean. It’s a little misleading in the outside. I’m figuring it’s a converted shed, but the owner did an excellent job. The only issue is that walls are think so you can hear everything.light sleepers may have issues.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delightful_rae J.

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

Wonderful

It was an absolute wonderful stay! Loved the communication with the host! Very accommodating! The place was comfy and cozy! It was such a short walk to everything! It was a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Red cottage is little but offers big benefits

The owners of the Red cottage were extremely responsive. Check-in was exactly as specified. They were super kind and even offered to allow me to stay a little longer when I explained that I wasn't even checking in until evening. The location is the biggest benefit to this place. You could walk everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Siobhan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute weekend spot

The location is awesome and easily walkable distance to downtown St. Augustine. It smelled like there was some residential smoke in the space, so could be an issue for someone with allergies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelbey K.

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

Great stay

This was perfect stay for us we had a great time it was so close to old town we walked everywhere.! Definitely would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

St. Augustine stay

Quaint, quirky and cute cottage. Enjoyed our stay and the dogs loved it too!!! The dog park across the street was great for them!!! And the walk to all of the action for Nights of Lights was very close!!! Great place to stay if you want to be close to the action. Jeremy was a great host!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brenda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Unhappy

First of all, there was mowed above the window and the bathroom was very dangerous were 71 and 77 and it was built up on a wooden box with about a 3 inch place to put your feet. It was just very unhappy with the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elliette I.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

the red cottage is nothing like it look on the web

we enjoy St Augustine very much the lights all the decoration historical district fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

charline h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Quirky Bungalow

There was no working refrigerator. It was definitely rustic and could use a general deep cleaning. The manager lives on property and was very nice. Location is the strongest selling point, easy walk to visitor's center and Old Town. It was workable for the three night stay we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property near the historic district. It was exactly as described. We enjoyed our stay here, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jody B.

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

Excellent location

Property location is great, easy to walk to most everything. Eclectic little place, wouldn't necessarily recommend it for long stays or more than 2 people, but worked out great for our weekend stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Cozy cabin

Great location, very clean, will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location

Property was in the best location just a short walk to St. George St. Hosts were super hospitable and welcoming. Great place to stay in St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie V.

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

Great location for all of St. Augustine's offerings.

History, walking, biking, beaches and eateries all close by to this quirky fun little place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Lovely small cottage

It was a lovely cottage conveniently located!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Anniversary getaway

Very quaint and private short walk to George St owner was very nice we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

FUN!!

Enjoyed the unique property. Host JT was very nice and informative. Great location to all events.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Great getaway

Perfect location with parking and helpful hosts. We had a great stay within walking distance to all the sights and dining downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

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

Red Cottage - perfect location

The quaint cottage is great for walking access to the historic district of St. Augustine. It has all the amenities and has a lot of character. The host was very accommodating with early access and parking. I enjoyed the stay and will use on future visits to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gene T.

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

enjoy the stay

great good
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN K.

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

Quaint

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Perfect Location

Short walk to every where. Host was very accommodating. Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023