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AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
St George Island, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    1 min walk
  • St. George Island Visitor Center
    10 min walk
  • El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Islander Restaurant
    6 min walk

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach

A Ruff Life is the quintessential Beach Cottage! Ruff features stunning ocean views, a fantastic deck, and is just 100 steps to the white sands of the Gulf. Its location in center island makes it the perfect place for families. After watching the dolphins from the deck or the soft sand, its an easy walk to the center of the island and all of the shops, restaurants, lighthouse, and activities St George Island has to offer.

Ruff Life, as the name suggests, is not only perfect for people but is pet friendly too! No reason to leave your fur family behind, Ruff has mats, flooring, and a gated deck so your furry friend can hang out with you before heading to the beach which is steps away!

Ruff features a well appointed kitchen, laundry, Wifi, Hi-definition TVs, DVDs, movies, and wireless speakers for streaming your favorite beach tunes. The open feeling and bright colors bring the beauty of this special island inside so even a rainy day is special. Take a quick walk to center island and pick up doughnuts, visit a restaurant or bar, or grab a souvenir or groceries. Walk home and enjoy wine on the deck as you watch the magnificent sunsets change the color of the ocean and sky. Ruff Life is the best of what St George Island has to offer--paradise.

There is plenty of room at Ruff Life with both a King and a Queen bedroom sharing the downstairs bath, and a loft featuring a full bath and 2 large twin daybeds with great ocean views.

*Ruff is pet friendly and allows (1) dog for a $75.00 non-refundable pet fee. If you have an additional pet please contact me and we can make it work. We also do a $300 refundable damage deposit
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from St. George Island Beach. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from St. George Island Beach and 10 minutes by foot from St. George Island Visitor Center
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Tom Moses/Sheryl Clouse

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach house!!
Love the proximity to the beach and the ocean view from the deck. All restaurants, shops, Weber’s donuts, grocery were within walking distance. Kitchen was stocked well. Beds were very comfortable. No need to bring a beach chair as there were numerous styles to pick from❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Missy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views!
We enjoyed the great views of the Gulf and easy walk to the beach. Nice deck. Small and cozy.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Wonderful place to stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful View
This was our second time staying at this property, and it will not be the last. The owners were very helpful and responsive to our questions, the home was clean and inviting, and the view was gorgeous! Sitting on the deck listening to the waves in the evening after spending the day at the beach made for a perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynette r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruff life
Nice property in a great location. Right across the road from the beach and walking distance to restaurants. Owners were helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
All good
Great view with some elbow room🙋‍♂️
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Vacation Paradise
This was a special trip to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We absolutely loved our time here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Bliss
The property was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Tom was very accommodating so that we could bring our two dogs who had a fantastic first beach trip. We all had a wonderful experience and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
House is right across from the beach, pets are allowed which is great, deck has a gate so you don't have to worry about pets escaping.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter vaca
Everything was well maintained. LOTS of pots/pans/utensils etc - more than we have ever seen in another VRBO. Towels were plentiful. The location of this house is perfect. We enjoyed our stay and the peacefulness of St. George Island.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog Friendly & Great View
Perfect St. George Island beach cottage for anyone wanting to relax with their canine buddy!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
SGI Vacation
We loved this house! Our family, including our 2 dogs, stayed here and it was perfect for us! Plenty of room, loved the sunroom area, the deck was great to sit outside and watch the dolphins in the morning. That was my favorite! And we really got great use of the outdoor shower-that was a plus after spending time at the beach! The location was great and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M., North East Wisconsin - Title Town USA-Green Bay

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter vacation
Everything was perfect. The house, the island and the people were great.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
April serenity
Spent a tranquil week at the pristine Ruff Life. Perfect location to watch ocean waves roll in and the gulls circle from the deck. Clean, quiet and perfect little yellow house that was bright and spacious too. Lots to do. Check out the park at east end of island or the quaint history in downtown Apalachicola.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2024
We had a great week at Ruff Life. The house was clean and had all the things we needed. It is a bit out dated — but we thought it was charming, and that didn’t bother us because the beds were comfy, the location and the layout was perfect for our family. The view from the deck and sun room is amazing. It is just steps from the beach which was awesome! If we ever return to the island we would stay again at Ruff Life. The owner was available and very friendly to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Birthday Vacation
Myself, my adult kids, and their significant others immensely enjoyed my birthday week at Ruff Life. Although it’s not “oceanfront”, it may as well be. You can clearly see the ocean and hear the waves from the deck. We even saw dolphins a couple of different mornings while having our coffee out on the deck. We spent a lot of time on the deck and in the sun room. We cooked a lot too and the kitchen had everything you need for any meal you make. We truly enjoyed our time while there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
We loved our stay! The house was very clean and well equipped. We loved the location and how close it was to the beach. The owner was very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just the two of us.
This was a great house. It was clean, you can see and hear the beach from the house and it’s just a few steps to the beach. Home owner is awesome and was so helpful. We had an amazing week at Ruff Life!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House, Great Location
House was great... had everything we needed. Street was very quiet with low traffic...walk to the beach was less then 2 minutes. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jerry E.

Ruff life stay
Great location and super easy access to beautiful/peaceful beach. The house could use some updating in the kitchen area cabinets/countertop and bathrooms. I had to tighten screws on doorknob leading to front outside deck beings it was almost falling off when we first arrived. The homeowner did have a bottle of champagne on table for our wedding anniversary waiting for us which my wife loved. Overall a nice quiet house just needs some updates.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Just as described, steps to the beach. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Stay
We had the best stay at Ruff Life. The location was perfect, check in was easy, the host was so sweet, the house was clean upon arrival and we are so thankful for how pet friendly the place was! We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully Peaceful Stay
The pictures provided are spot on, the house was clean and the owners very friendly and accommodating. Our teenage son met a lot of new friends and our two dogs had a blast on the beach. The water was clear and calm our entire stay. We will definitely be returning to spend more time chilling out on that lovely deck with the ocean view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri H., Lawrenceville, Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
St G annual trip
Weather was perfect; the place is very adequate without being fancy. Just right for a family with a big dog. Conveniently located to Paddy’s and Aunt Ebby’s. This is our second year at Ruff Life. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023