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Property grounds
Exterior
On the beach
Exterior
Smart TV, books, computer monitors, printers

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • Usina Beach
    19 min walk
  • South Ponte Vedra Beach
    2 min drive
  • Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve
    2 min drive
  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    18 min drive

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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.

November & December Special Rates! Autumn Sunrise & Sunset Paradise Found!

Special reduced rates for available weekdays & weekends in November & December!
The Blue Gem Beach House is a wonderfully charming, cozy and immaculate 3 bedroom, 3 bath oceanfront home located in South Ponte Vedra Beach. Everything that you could want in a beachfront property, is right here.

Floor one: Drive thru gated entry, to a paver driveway. Enter into a cozy sitting/dining area. The dining table seats six and counter seats three. Ocean views abound. Enjoy the perfect size galley kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, granite countertops. The kitchen is stocked with cookware, dinnerware, and small appliances. Newly added dedicated beverage bar for spirits and glassware. Beyond the kitchen is a den with a sofa with coffee table, a recliner and a large Smart TV with sound bar. Great for watching movies or sports. There is a full bathroom with claw foot tub on the first floor. The laundry room is on the ground level.

Floor two: Bedroom one is the spacious master bedroom with incredible views of the beach and ocean. Sleep tight in the king bed while listening to the sounds of the waves. There is a sliding door that leads to the screened oceanfront balcony. Master bathroom has a walk-in shower, double sink, and toilet. There is a desk in the bedroom with a monitor and printer, which makes for a great place to get a little work done or research where to go on your next adventure. Bedroom two is on the ocean side of the house. It has a queen bed, dresser, TV, and a door that leads to the screened balcony. The third bedroom has a twin-over-twin bunk bed, with an additional twin mattress in the trundle. Perfect for kids or adults. Bedroom three also has a TV. The second and third bedrooms share a full bathroom, with a walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.

The second floor screened porch spans the entire length of the back of the house. This is a great area to enjoy the breeze, and views of the beach while staying out of the sun. On the south side of the house, is an open deck, with full sun exposure, and the spot to watch the magical sunsets. The backyard offers a large paver patio and two sand dunes. There is an outdoor grill, outdoor shower and plenty of seating on the patio, as well as a table for enjoying lunch outside. At night, gather the group around the stone fire pit while enjoying the stars above.

Blue Gem is located in South Ponte Vedra Beach, just about 10 minutes north of historic St. Augustine and 15 minutes south of TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra. In St. Augustine you will find countless restaurants, bars, gift shops, historic sights and more. My kid's personal favorite attraction is the Alligator Farm and Zoological Park. There are plenty of golf courses in the area, for all levels, so bring your clubs! We are 55 minutes from the Jacksonville International Airport. Disney is a 2 hour drive and Daytona is 1 hour away. There are several great restaurants within a ten minute drive. There is a Publix less than 10 minutes away and a convenience store just 1 mile away.

My favorite things about our beach home are the views over the ocean and walking the beach. Watching the sun and moon rise over the ocean is stunning. It makes for a great start and end to each day. We are far enough away from town centers to have great star gazing on a clear night. We love to walk the beach in the morning. This natural beach is renowned by shell and shark tooth hunters. A Megalodon tooth was found just 1 hour north last year after a storm. Finally, the beach is very private with the nearest public access points more than one mile away in either direction.

Our favorite places to go out are Cap's On the Water and Aunt Kate's just 5 minutes away, Nona Blue, Mr Chubby's Wings (great for sports fans), Valley Smoke. We also love walking the historic cobblestone streets in St. Augustine where there are countless bars and restaurants to explore.

Our favorite golf destinations are the World Golf Village where there are two courses, Bill Murry's Caddyshack restaurant and the World Golf Hall of Fame, The Yards, Queens Harbor, St. Johns Country Club, Eagle Harbor and of course the legendary TPC Sawgrass. TPC Sawgrass has two courses, the world famous stadium course where The Players Championship is held every year and Dye's Valley. Both are very difficult so bring lots of golf balls. The Stadium course is very expensive, Dye's Valley can be more reasonable. Both share the same club house, restaurant and practice facility. if you don't play, its worth going for lunch and exploring the amazing facility.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Tolomato River. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • 14 minutes by car from St. George Street and 15 minutes from Flagler College
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Tom and Kelly at the Blue Gem Beach House

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Outdoor shower

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167.2 sq m)

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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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November & December Special Rates! Autumn Sunrise & Sunset Paradise Found! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for some quiet R&R
We had a wonderful vacation at this property! The hosts were awesome and checked on us throughout our stay to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. The home was perfect for us as it was right on the beach! The property was as described and VERY clean! We loved the fire pit right there by the ocean! So relaxing! The only "issue" was getting to the beach from the steps. Erosion made it difficult to navigate. It was obvious the hosts had attempted to make improvements by building up the sand at the steps but Mother Nature was already breaking down the sand. My spouse - who has mobility issues - was unable to actually get down to the beach because of the erosion. Thankfully the view was incredible so she was able to enjoy the ocean without actually going down to the beach. I will note other properties near them had the same issue so it wasn't just this property. And some were even worse than this property! Doggie Parents: The property is welcoming of doggies and the beach is dog friendly (on leash). However, finding a place to take the dog to do his "business" was difficult as there isn't any flat, grassy areas on the property. We walked the dog along the street which was very busy with fast moving vehicles. Waze User? When navigating to the Vilano/St. Augustine area from the property, ignore what Waze says! LOL! Turn LEFT out of the property! Only takes about 10 minutes to get the Publix at Vilano. Waze always wanted us to turn right which takes a lot longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florida
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Super view of ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!!
Quiet right in the beach. Very clean we cooked the whole time we were there amazing sunrises great place and views!! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Egle Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exquisite property
The perfect beach getaway for a family of seven plus a dog. Not too far from town but far enough to feel like you are getting away. The view is amazing. House is beautifully decorated. Has everything one could need, fully stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, a cute dog area outside, dog toys, children’s toys, books, games, etc. we loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Perfect place for our beach weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
We had a wonderful time and the house was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T., Dahlonega Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabana
The place was like a little cozy Cuban cabana. The price of $600 per night dBeach is 100 yards from the back door is a plus but cars going 60mph back and forth all night is a minus. Pictures on rental advertisements are inaccurate. It is an older home with aged exterior and much smaller than pictures depict.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Vacation
The location could not be beat. Great house with an even better location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach House!!!!
Our family of 7+ (2 parents, 2 grandparents and triplet 14 year olds plus our dog) really enjoyed staying at Blue Gem! The house was clean and well maintained. We LOVED the screened in porch, fire pit, and super easy beach access. It was also super awesome to have the entire property fenced and gated so our pup could roam free! Great management with quick and easy communication and response. We were missing some pans during our stay and communicated that with the management team who quickly (same day) dropped off boxes of new pans!!! The only downside of the entire house was the master bed mattress... way too soft and needs to be replaced. Other than that, a true 5 star experience! We will be back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Time
Very relaxing to be right on the beach! Perfect location for laughing, lounging, and resting. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean front!
Wonderful oceanfront property with screened porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kyrn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Beach Hose
Well kept. Nice location. Beach is lovely. Guana reserve is close for kayaking biking. St Augustine close for nice meals
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

barb p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waited 101years to stay
Wanted to stay where my 101year old Mother could watch the waves. The weather kept us indoors , but Mom always had a terrific view. Windy an cold, she sat inside at the patio doors and slept and ate with a perfect view. Milder days she sat in the screened porch or got a little sun on the south deck. Great parking and beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family time
Great views, awesome patio and wonderful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable location and great house
Loved being right on the beach, very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

kimberly b., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation trip
We love St Augustine and wanted to take our family and celebrate our son graduating from High School…. The house was lovely and very comfortable. The ocean views are beautiful and sitting next to the fire pit in the evenings was so relaxing! We greatly enjoyed our stay and would love to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gemma G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blue Gem Didn’t Disappoint
We had an awesome stay at the Blue Gem. Everything was perfect. The location was awesome and so serene. We really enjoyed our time here. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
A lovely little property as close as one could get to the beach. Everything was very clean, plenty of amenities in and around the home, the comfiest bed you could sleep on, and gorgeous views. Property is well maintained and management crew is very responsive. I especially loved that the living area is on the first floor and the screened-in balcony on the second floor. Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exquisite beachfront home and grounds
A true GEM of a place!. See sunrises in amazing glory. Well-maintained, well-furnished. We loved the screen porch on the second level. Thank you, David & Daphne for sharing your home with us and our daughter and our furry friends. We ate great local seafood at Cap's on the Water and The Reef, about 4 miles down the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five kids and fantastic time!
We had the BEST time at BLUE GEM. With 5 children, from teens to toddlers, we still had plenty of space. Everyone enjoyed the incredible beach and outdoor space. Great memories were made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scot W., locust grove, ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach life
Love love love this house! Had the best time with our family. Highly recommend this house if you are looking for a peaceful beach experience with your family. Great location. Just a short drive to all the cool shops and restaurants in the area. A week was not enough time to explore everything St. Augustine has to offer, we just have to go back next summer! Can’t wait to stay at the blue gem again! Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021