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Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★

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Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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St. Augustine, FL
  • San Sebastian Winery
    13 min walk
  • Le Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Palatka Station
    36 min drive
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    9 min drive

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About the area

St. Augustine

This houseboat places you steps from San Sebastian River and within a short 5-minute stroll of Oyster Creek Marina. Highlights at this houseboat include a kitchen and a patio. .This smoke-free houseboat offers a fitness centre. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Oyster Creek houseboat include Flagler College and St. George Street.

What's nearby

  • Flagler College - 17 min walk
  • Ponce de Leon Hotel - 2 min drive
  • Lightner Museum - 3 min drive
  • St. George Street - 3 min drive
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carmelo s Marketplace - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Sebastian Winery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪St Augustine Fish Camp - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bog Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★

Summary:
Beautifully decorated 30' catalina sailboat, located uniquely outside historic Downtown St. Augustine, 5 min from St. George St.

Please message us about our additional rates and availability for our captain-chartered private cruises!

The Space:
Very comfortable 30 foot Catalina sailboat that sleeps 3. Plenty of room to move around with a kitchenette, decorated seating, and one double V-berth and a single Quarter berth bed on each end of the boat.

-Private Catalina Sail boat
-Full V Berth bed (sleeps two) and a full Quarter berth bed (sleeps one)
-Mini Fridge
-Bathroom, manual pump toilet
-Large new bathroom facilities with showers at Marina
-WiFi
-Kitchenette with refrigerator, keurig (K-cup) coffee maker, hot plate
-Radio
-Pets allowed
-Portable A/C

Important: Our properties are protected by SUPERHOG, the digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space.

Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by SUPERHOG directly to verify yourself. Please make sure this is completed prior to check-in.

WHAT YOU SHOULD CONSIDER:
• CLASSIC: Our boat is classic, which is a polite way to say that she’s a little old. It’s clean and well maintained, but does have some age and outdoor related wear.
• SMALL SPACE: This studio, 1 bathroom vessel measures 446 square feet. It’s perfect for 2 guests, but can sleep up to 3 guests in a pinch (though it may feel snug at full capacity).
• BOAT BATHROOM: Boats have different bathrooms and are best for #1's so we built a marina bathroom facility exclusively for our Airbnb guests equipped with traditional showers and toilets

Q: Location?
A: English Landing less than 1-mile to the heart of the historic district. A five minute Uber away!
The boat is located in a private marina where our boat is slipped. This accommodation is for people looking for peace and tranquility over the river in the St. Augustine historic district.

Q: How big is the space?
A: Taller sailors may need to duck but at 6'3" you can still stand tall. Photos may not be accurate to size. For more spacious vessels please visit our bigger listings available.

Q: What is a V-Berth bed?
A: A V-berth bed is usually located at the bow (front) of the boat and has a V-shape so the bed tapers to the bow of the vessel.

Q: What is a Quarter berth bed?
A: A Quarter berth is a single bunk tucked under the cockpit (end where the captain wheel is) of the boat.

Q: How can I see all of your places for rent?
A: Click on our Airbnb profile (the round photo) & scroll all the way to the bottom below the aggregated reviews (on Mobile) or look to the left (on Desktop). You’ll see all of our listings

Q: 1 Night Reservations?

A: Yes! You can instant book or send us an inquiry!

Q: Is it comfortable?
A: VERY! Our boats are designed with live-aboard / stay-aboard in mind with all the creature comforts of home. Fully stocked kitchenettes, premium furnishings, Keurig coffee makers… etc.

Q: Wifi?
A: The Marina is equipped with a WiFi network. Codes will be provided shortly prior to check-in

Q: Any restaurants close by?
A: TONS! Some of St. Augustine’s best are within a mile of the marina.

There is also a gorgeous waterside food truck park in The English Landing Marina. Features the area's most loved food trucks. Open 11-8 daily. Enjoy dining at our umbrella-covered picnic tables spaced ten feet apart. Handicap accessible and pet friendly.

Q: How to book:
A: If you don’t have any questions after reading over the FAQ below then simply instant book. If you send an inquiry we’ll respond promptly, if not immediately.

Q: Why is the price so different for my dates?
A: We automatically sets our prices based on demand & seasonality. If you don’t search with exact dates Airbnb shows the lowest price throughout the season. Prices range from $99 per night for weekday day-of bookings in January all the way to $499 per night for weekends during peak season summer and everywhere in-between.

Q: Bathroom… explain!
A: The boat has a full sized marine toilet that is easy to use as long as you follow our simple instructions. The bathroom on the boat can be used for number 1's. Otherwise there can be odors from the tank. There is a bathroom facility for everything else!

Q: Heat? Air Conditioning?
A: There is a portable A/C and a portable heater for the colder months with plenty of insulation to stay warm at night! The portable AC is not like central Air so it may not be as cool as a house. For more powerful A/C vessels please see our bigger vessel listings.

Q: Can we take the boats out & drive them?
A: We have our own captain to charter the vessels. We do not have bare bone charters. Please message us about our private cruises.

Q: Can we check-in early?
A: Early check-in is available as early as 2pm for an additional fee of $20. Early check-in is subject to availability

Q: Can I checkout late?
A: We will do our best. Most days there’s someone checking in the same day there’s a checkout but we try & go above and beyond if this is requested. Subject to availability and charges may apply.

Q: What to expect that's different than a hotel?
A: It's a boat, it is a unique FUN experience. There may be noises and smells that you'd expect from a boat. Pumps, motors, ocean water, etc. Every boat is broken the day it hits the water, especially salt water. We take great care of our fleet but we expect guests to tell us if anything isn’t working properly & we will PROMPTLY respond & will try to repair it in a timely manner.

Q: Waves?
A:. There is still a small amount of wave action and you'll feel a slight rock from time-to-time. If there's a bad storm or the wave action gets to a point that your stay is no longer enjoyable, we will do our best (no guarantees) to work out alternative accommodations for you. Your comfort is our top priority. 99% of the time the marina is almost totally flat and calm. If there is a tropical storm or hurricane warning issued in our county we offer full credits toward another stay on any of our vessels to accommodate the situation

Q: Do you allow pets?
A: You bet! We ask that dogs not be puppies, don’t scratch at doors, and don’t bark incessantly while you’re away. The boats are close together & a non-stop barking dog isn’t appreciated. We DEEP clean the boats after pets stay aboard due to future guests’ possible allergies so a $50 pet fee per pet is applied for those who travel with pets with a maximum of two.

Q: Can we leave our pets unattended in the boat?
A: No. But in case you have to, it should only be for a really short period of time( 30 minutes) and you should leave at least the bathroom hatch open. Pets might be uncomfortable or react to unexpected situations while inside the boat and during the summertime when temperatures are higher and if the power goes out and AC is off it might trigger some discomfort too.

Q: Can we hold events or parties?
A: No. This is a place to relax. We ask that there be no events or parties on the boats so the other guests can enjoy their stay. Quiet time after 10pm.

Q: Is the marina safe?
A: VERY. We have 24/7 surveillance. The parking lot & dock is well lit & the marina is right off US-1 which is one of the main roads in St. Augustine. All boats lock from inside & you can padlock the door when you leave if you wish to lock up your belongings. We’re here daily looking over the fleet.

Q: Handicap accessible?
A: No. You'll need to get on the boat which requires a 1-2' step and there are steps on the boat. The deck stairs are steep and you'll need to be sure footed.

Q: Parking?
A: Yes, you can park your car. Since it’s a small private marina the walk to the parking lot from the boat is only roughly yards away.

Q: What if there is a hurricane advisory?
A: If there are hurricane advisories issued in the local area we are happy to move the reservations to a later date or issue a full credit toward another reservation with us. This credit can also be applied to our cruises and is transferable to other vessels.

Other Things to Note:
*** Please note: This is like a camping experience on the water in beautiful Downtown St. Augustine. These boats are here to provide a unique experience getting you close to the historic district and next to the marine life. Enjoy the breeze and open the windows during the day. There is a portable AC but the vessel can be warmer in the middle of the day. We have built an entire bathroom facility right next to the dock equipped with great showers and restrooms. Please use them entirely if you are not used to boat smells. Boat bathrooms do not have the same plumbing. We do our absolute best to accommodate all our guests needs with constant communication and we’re here to make sure you enjoy your time in St. Augustine!

For our more luxurious vessels please see our bigger vessels***

We appreciate our military, law enforcement, first responders, nurses, and offer a 10% discount! Simply book with us and send us a form of proof, and we will apply the discount in the form of a credit back to you.

Property manager

Dream Aboard

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Gym

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

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Free

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine
Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ St. Augustine
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★?

The closest beach to Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ is St. Augustine Beach (8.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★?

As of 24 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ on 5 Jan 2025 start from AU$254.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ have a pool?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★?

No, Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Romantic Escape in Downtown St. Augustine ★★★★★ Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get Away
It rained a lot so we were not able to enjoy the outside in the boat much. We did see the dolphins our first night. Love the food trucks and music close by. Near everything in St. Augustine. The boat seems older that the pictures made it look like. But over all enjoyable stay. It is like camping on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very very tiny, not going to bash this get away but definitely wasn’t what we signed up for.
The host is great at communicating, the issues we had I’m sure will be resolved.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Dallas T.

Hot stay
We didn't have a great time. The A/c wasn't working properly, I would have slept outside if we stayed another night. We saw several cockroaches, don't leave food out. For the price we paid I expected better quality. If the host invested a little money it would be a much better experience. Marinas munch was cool, but we were surprised to see it close so early.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice experience
Everything was great. Only advice is if you have a dog you better be able to lift it as stairs going down are straight vertical (you are in a sailboat). Overall very enjoyable stay. Will do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Floating off to cloud 9
We absolutely loved this experience. It was nestled away perfectly, just moments from all of the best happenings of Historic St Augustine. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Lauria B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible communication
I received a email stating they would send me all info before arrival. The only info that I received was the password to get on the dock. The hatch to the boat had a combination lock that I never got the combination for. To make matters worse the dock had no lighting at all, we had to use our cell phones to find a dirty looking boat, nothing like the photo. I will never use this site again. The communication is the worse. I took plenty of pictures and will be submit to credit card to not pay this.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’m not one to leave a bad review I just want to be honest so other people understand what they are paying for. Our experience with the “Romantic Escape”was disappointing. My husband and I spent more than normal to have a fun experience here and we’re fine with paying what they asked, with the understanding of getting what was advertised in the photos. When we got there we were greatly disappointed from the moment we saw the the boat, it was not anything like the pictures. it was old looking and sun rotted the door didn’t even latch completely closed so it would leak if you didn’t have it shut the right way. Inside was ok it was clean but again not what was portrayed in the pictures. The bathroom was confusing and apparently only used for “number one” they did have nice bathrooms with a shower on site tho. The marina was nice and kept up, you would think the boat would be more up to date. The bed was never shown in the pictures, for good reason it was about the size of a twin or smaller. It happen to rain while we were there and started leaking in the center of the bed. At that point we asked for a refund which they did give us and we appreciated. In the add they have a disclaimer about the experience being similar to camping and that’s exactly right but if I wanted a camping experience than I would have paid $30 at a camp ground not $250. In conclusion it was way over priced for something that was inaccurately advertised and needed a lot of work.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Dad

disappointed
pictures did not reflect the condition of the boat. beds were comfortable. A/C worked. Food trucks were on site. No toilet instructions for manual pump. Not pleasant!

6/10 Okay

Audrey A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great hosts...not so great boat
I want to start by saying the hosts were very responsive and made the check in process very easy. That’s truly where the great review ends. The boat is much smaller, corroded and old than the photos lead on. It was not clean- there was no light -there was no toilet paper- no toiletries. it was very uncomfortable and claustrophobic. The toilet had its own list of tricks to get it to work which we were not made aware of and there’s no shower available on board. In order to enjoy your experience be sure to bring your own toiletries, your own flashlights, bug spray and probably a fan. It was dingy hot and dirty not to mention wet because we did not know where all the latches and windows were and got wet while we were sleeping as it rained. Needless to say we had to check out after one night and cut our anniversary trip short. It was not at all the romantic getaway we had imagined. The hosts were responsive so they were able to help us at 3 AM when the toilet was overflowing. We truly appreciate how understanding they were to us checking out early but there are many areas that need improvement to make this a romantic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Horrible
Upon arrival they were fixing the ac unit. Three ac units later we still slept in a sweltering hot boat with a huge leaking ac unit in the middle of the floor. It was a nightmare. This was the kickoff to the first night of our vacation as a new couple both recently divorced. Very bad time.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Stay
This was such a unique stay- we enjoyed our time there and we actually got engaged while in St Augustine. The boat did get a little warm (but it is Florida in August) and the bed was a standard V shape common in sailboats- so it wasn’t the most comfortable shape.. but the mattress itself was fantastic! We noticed the owner has other boats in the area so we will probably try a different one next time. Overall a fantastic experience I highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Boatel
We really enjoyed our stay on this wonderful boatel! The check-in process was super easy and we had great communication from the property managers before, during & after our stay. In addition, we thoroughly enjoyed hanging out on the boat at night with a nice summer breeze. Highly recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini vacation
Unique and fun experience! Great communication with the hosts and made sure the check in process was simple. Will def stay again! The boat was cozy and clean and the marina had great amenities like clean bathrooms and a picnic/eating area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020