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Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!!

Vacation home in St. Augustine with kitchen and patio

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TV, stereo
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Terrace/patio
Nestled between the beautiful Matanzas Inlet Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, our charming Matanzas Beach House offers a unique blend of old charm and modern updates. Unwind in style with its spacious living room featuring a single bed swing, enjoy al fresco dining in its private gathering area or relax on comfy furniture under a proper cover. The property also features an outdoor hot tub for guests 18+, large barn doors for secure access, and ample parking space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 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.

Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!!

Our Matanzas Beach House is an amazing mix of the old charm and the new modern updates. It is positioned between the beautiful Matanzas Inlet Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway.

It is listed in the historical magazine of St Augustine. It is a sprawling property with so much natural beauty all around. There are paths, fountains, a beach tower for viewing and a large swing for relaxing after a day at the beach or fishing in the intracoastal. You can literally walk across A 1 A south and you are on the spectacular white sandy beach. There are two very large barn doors for access that keeps the property private and secure. The property is two lots with a separate listing on the second lot a 2019 airstream VRBO # ...you can book both for an additional 155 per nite.

The house features two platform queen bedrooms and a loft queen . There is also a single bed swing in the large living room for additional sleeping or relaxing. There is one large double sink bath with tub shower and also a private hot cold shower outside for additional private showering.

We keep the guest total at six but there is parking for four vehicles/ boat and or water toys.

The linens are top of the line along with everything you will need in the kitchen and outdoors so you will be exceedingly comfortable and happy.

I personally go to this beach house to relax and hang with best friends. There is great private gathering area behind the cottage with a proper cover so you can sit and relax on comfy furniture after a day of fun. There is also a hot tub for 18 and older guests on the property.

Please come and join will be a vacation you love and will remember for many years!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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: 1,401 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
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

Rules

We ask that the hot tub only be used by adults (18+) and also, that the loft area only be used by children older than eight. Thanks and enjoy!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, St Augustine

What's nearby

  • Matanzas Inlet - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marineland of Florida - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Marineland Beach - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Palm Coast Beach - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandbar Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Back 40 A1A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Captain's BBQ, Bait & Tackle - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Commander’s Shellfish Camp - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Matanzas River and Matanzas Inlet. Faver-Dykes State Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sea Horse Haven .... Matanzas Inlet Beach House. White sandy barrier island!! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The 5 star reviews are 100% realistic! We had a great stay and the house was everything the listing showed it to be. Clean, comfortable and within walking distance to the inlet. St Augustine is within reasonable driving distance too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas W.

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

What an awesome little cottage with tons of character!!

Renting was smooth and easy! The hosts were great and the house and location can’t be beat! Will stay again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

Christmas week

It was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

Great family stay

We had a great stay. Very clean and cozy. Perfect distance to everything. Would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh F.

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

Needed vacation

Was peaceful and relaxing. A much needed vacation. We love that house it’s amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Wonderful vacation.

We had such a great week in this home. It was a wonderful place to relax and visit with family. Nice, quiet, property with very easy access to a beautiful and uncrowded beach. Hosts were wonderful and we would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

This is the third time I've stayed here...

which tells you how much I love this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

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

A wonderful place to stay

It was fine
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

A cozy getaway

We love this place! It's on a busy street, and not on the beach, but once you close the front gate, it's a quiet little compound with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Lots of lovely outdoor space.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

ursula s.

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

Very Charming

loved that is was within walking distance to inlet and ocean, quiet, beautiful landscaping , great hot tub,
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lauren g., Jacksonville, Florida

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

Great week!

My family of 4 had a great week. The location is wonderful and Taylor was easy to work with. We would rent it again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Family Vacation Getaway was a Dream

Clean, well stocked house within walking distance to the beach! Great location away from the busyness of downtown but still close to whatever you need. We had a wonderful stay- enjoyed the beach, swimming with dolphins at Marineland (right down the street), visited two lighthouses and more. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Awesome beach vacation spot!

We absolutely loved our stay at Sea Horse Haven! Matanzas Inlet is absolutely beautiful and this rental was in the perfect convenient location to enjoy the beach each day. The house itself was so charming and had a vintage beach shack vibe that my family adored. Cozy and well appointed with everything we needed for our stay. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Prince J.

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

Beautiful private home

The house was beautiful and well-furnished. Very close to the beach. Our dog loved the fenced-in yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

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

Very nice place

Great location and beach. House had everything. Loved the enclosed yard for the dog. Covered patio was nice on rainy days. Would recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianna S.

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

**Absolutely a Wonderful Experience**

The location/property and property Mgr was Amazing! I would go back there anytime I am in St. Augustine to stay. You must experience this home and all the intricate details in every nook and cranny of this place. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashton H.

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

Great Vacation!

We had a great stay at Sea Horse Haven! Our kids loved the outdoor showers and wanted to shower outside every day. It was clean and well stocked with everyday necessities. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna A.

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

Awesome Hangout

Fun, casual beachside hangout spot. Plenty of spaces to kick back and chill inside and out with comfortable beds and furniture. Kitchen had everything we needed and a grill outside. Easy access and a short walk to the beach. Hosts were easy to reach and very helpful. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

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

Private Cozy Cottage

The fenced in property was perfect for our small dog and gave us great privacy. The house was decorated and supplied nicely and the hot tub was a great bonus and perfect compliment to the peacefully backyard. You did have to drive a bit for different food and entertainment.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Peaceful and Cozy

We loved staying at this property! Our kids loved exploring and the cozy swing bed and loft, we enjoyed the outdoor space, hot tub, and EVERYONE loved the outdoor shower!! Walking to the beach was pretty easy, however would recommend a wagon if you have a lot of gear. Parking was easy and there were so many places to hang out. Well equipped kitchen and bathroom. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., South Daytona, Florida

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

Sea Horse Haven

We had a great time at this property. There are so many different seating areas, a wonderful swing day bed and screened in front porch. We cooked our meals and used the gas grill too. The beach is just across the road and Matanzas Inlet is just a short walk over the bridge. There are lots of towels and top quality linens there. The yard is completely fenced in even for our small dogs. We really enjoyed our week staying at Sea Horse Haven.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

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

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

We were greeted by G. Taylor at the property and welcomed in and everything was perfect. Our week was amazing and the awesome beds made it even better. The cute lizards and tree frogs were fun to watch on the covered back porch. The hot tub was an added bonus as well. This property is an amazing gem and I can’t wait to get to enjoy it again real soon! I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anjelica M.

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

Hidden Gem

Our family loved our space in St. Augustine! It was perfect for our family. Even though it is close to the highway the walls/gates makes it feel like you're in your own little world and provides plenty of privacy. There are a few great beach access points. They went above and beyond in providing what one would need for their stay. My kids even enjoyed using the outside shower and it made it so easy for beach days! This spot is about 30 min from the st. Augustine historic district which was perfect for us. As we were more interested in a slower pace.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

diane j.

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

Tranquility at its finest!

Sea Horse Haven is a Jem, our host Mr. O'Toole was the BEST! Easy check in and he was very attentive. The house was equipped with anything and everything you could possibly need. Having a washer and dryer made it handy to wash towels and wet clothing from the beach. The outdoor shower was one of the best features of our stay, (next to the beach) it made it so easy for all of us after playing on the beach. The walk to the beach was short and very doable we used a wagon and backpack chairs, morning walks on the beach is a must, so peaceful!There is an Airstream on the property that was available to rent nightly if we had gotten any extra family in, however we did great with the main house there is ample room on the property. The outside area was natural and comfortable with lots of sitting areas to chill. We all loved this location and will definitely return. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

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

Holiday stay

We spent a week at at the sea horse haven and had a great time. We could not have asked for a nicer home, clean and very well equipped, we cooked quite a few meals in the kitchen! Home is like the prior reviews state, on a busy street, but we didn’t mind. Our pup spent time at the beach each day with us and loved it. We will definitely be back. Not too far from downtown, just far enough. The property owners were very friendly quick to respond, and very helpful, giving us suggestions on things to do such as local farmers markets and restaurants, even as far as suggestions on what we should order! If your looking for somewhere to stay near the beach that is pet friendly, this is hands down the best choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019