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Dog and snowbird-friendly, oceanfront home with WiFi, deck, and central AC

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10224 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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St. George Island, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    1 min walk
  • St. George Island Visitor Center
    16 min walk
  • Subway
    14 min walk
  • Paddy's Raw Bar
    14 min walk

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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.

Dog and snowbird-friendly, oceanfront home with WiFi, deck, and central AC

Lighthouse By The Sea

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Sunshine yellow on the outside and light teal on the inside, this beautiful oceanfront home is special in many ways - not least because of its stargazing tower, perfect for enjoying the wonderful views of the Gulf by day and watching for shooting stars at night! You'll adore the ocean views from almost all rooms within the house, to say nothing of the decor that pays tribute to the ocean. This unbeatable gem has been recently renovated with all three bathrooms beautifully remodeled, a brand new ocean-facing main deck, and updated living room furniture and dining table. Refined decor comes to life in bright seaside colors, resulting in a cheerful Southern-chic look throughout the home. Tile floors and refinished hardwood floors mean that you'll feel the central air conditioning throughout your stay no matter what room you stay in. You'll be able to cook up something delicious inside the spacious kitchen equipped with new stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a kitchen island - eat in the dining room or at the breakfast bar with enough seating for four. Better yet, take it out to the spacious and brand new (2022) sundeck furnished with new Adirondack chairs. Guests of the upper-level bedroom can enjoy views from a beach-facing deck all their own.

If you're looking to spend most of your time out by the beach (and why wouldn't you?), this home has the amenities you need to make it happen. Walk down to the beach on a small footpath. Rinse off the sand in an enclosed outdoor shower with both hot and cold water. Process your catch of the day at the fish cleaning station. The entire ground area shaded deck under the house has enough built-in seating for everyone to relax. The family dog is also welcome to join in on the beach fun at this home!

WHAT’S NEARBY
When you're ready to head out for delicious local food, Paddy's Raw Bar and Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe are both within one mile of the home. Take a visit to the St George Lighthouse museum less than a mile away and take in the view! St. George Island State Park is just seven miles away - electric mobility-assisted sand scooters are available so that everyone can enjoy the sand and surf. The charming town of Apalachicola is just a short drive away.

THINGS TO KNOW
Covered entrance
Concrete parking (under the house)
Beach towels are available for guest use
* Sorry, the fireplace is not available for guest use
This home was recently upgraded with new paint
Guests are free to use the tandem kayak (at their own risk)
A sofabed in the living room provides an extra sleeping space
Guest are supplied with a starter supply of Palmolive, trash bags, paper towels, and toilet paper. More amenities may need to be purchased depending upon use and the length of your stay

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from St. George Island Beach. You'll find features like a water park. The vacation home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Steps from St. George Island Beach and a 2-minute drive from St. George Island Visitor Center
This vacation home offers its guests a water park.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

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
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayaking on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Marina 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: 2416 sq ft (224 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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4. Weight limit: 40 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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

48936

Dog and snowbird-friendly, oceanfront home with WiFi, deck, and central AC Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 38 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Erin R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Does not live up to expectations Overpriced
The photos were taken 15 years ago. This property has been abused and neglected. I should have read the reviews prior to booking, the local Vacasa staff was irresponsible and sometimes snotty. The kitchen is not adequately equipped. The dishes are chipped and the pans are rusty. There are no blinds. There is not an outdoor shower or even a slicker to wash you feet. The walkway is overgrown and full of stickers. Light switches come off in your hand, I had to request 2 service calls on appliances. There is not adequate lighting in the outdoor space. Do not plan to grill anything, bumecause the grill is not accessible. The kayak pictured is full of water and trash. Most property managers on the island offer a rental credit, but Vicasa does not. I have stayed in St George for 10 years, this is by far the worst I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Holly M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unresponsive hosts & horrible house issues
We were notified 3 days before arrival that there was ongoing construction at the house. We were told we could stay elsewhere. But we were never given an option and no one could describe the construction. I called multiple times, emailed, texted. NO ANSWERS. No one would respond. No one would talk to me. We finally just went to the house. The location was awesome so we unloaded. But there were multiple issues. Ceiling construction was creepy and gross, several windows had no blinds, other blinds were broken, kitchen trash can broken, no bags for it, holes in the wall , washer didn’t work, front door lock didn’t work properly—we had to leave back door unlocked when we left to get back in, kitchen faucet didn’t turn off properly—had to jiggle it to get it to turn off, no hot water in one of the bathrooms, I texted VACASA. They said you can leave for a refund or we can move. But not options to move were ever given. VRBO & VACASA were unresponsive and unhelpful. I’m mad as hell, expect a refund and will never use either VRBO or VACASA again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location and fun house. Needs washer repaired and remodeling completed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and serene vacation
Nice place to stay. Comfortable and roomy. Love the balcony!!! This was our second time staying here and we hope to come back again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Lots of room, great deck on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

John M., Olney

Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
Great location, on the beach. Nice decks, however no cover. Very quiet house. Bathrooms open into more than one room. toilets need to be upgraded and re-set, shower heads need to be upgraded, water pressure was a bit weak. Kitchen had been re-done, new counters, appliances, etc. It is possible all renovations have not been completed yet (bathrooms, beds, etc.). Would recommend this houset, and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a few yards from the Gulf of Mexico
Nice place to stay with quick access to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Johnny V.

Labor Day Holiday
We loved almost everything except we had problems with the frig and lost some food. It was not cold enough. The only other problem was that the animals who had preceded us had urinated on the stairways which are carpeted. We didn’t have pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

cathy m.

Family beach home
Property manager kept calling insisting that contractors were required to be at the home during our stay there. This is not professional Property is in need of blind replacement upstairs for ( missing blind on door) there are general maintenance issues, which should be attended to when there are NO vacation renters in the home. Suggest providing an overview of kitchen necessities. ( no wine glasses, no breakfast bowls) Home does have a convenient outdoor shower with hot and cold water, which greatly helps when returning from the beach. Nice that owners have a kayak and paddle boards to use on beach. A pleasant stay, primarily suited to dog owners, as this location is dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Kim L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lighthouse home had its ups and downs.
Definitely not a place for older adults(60+) or little children. Due to the steep stairs leading up to the main floor of the home. We mainly used back stairway and door. The carpet & rugs in this home was horrendous, covered with what appeared to be pet stains! I wore shoes in the home the entire time I was there, Including the showers(I wore my crocs) It just felt dirty! Pathway to the beach needs a boardwalk, due to the hot sand on the way from the beach. Gorgeous views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Families take on SGI!
We were happy with our rental! A few things to note that we realized when we got there for future bookings to have an idea about. Lots of stairs! Nothing in on the first floor. This should be known for families with small children and just a heads up for bringing in luggage, groceries, carrying children, etc. Also, the two bedrooms on the 2nd story have an adjoining bathroom (sometimes a privacy issue), the 2nd bathroom on the 2nd floor also connects to a bedroom and is where the washer/dryer are so sometimes it was an issue when someone needed to use washer and dryer if someone else was showering or using the bathroom. Other bedrooms are on 3rd floor and share a bathroom as well. Also, the toilets are VERY low and small. The house was clean, a few cosmetic issues (carpet stains, chipping paint, old shower curtain rods) and wear and tear, but overall good. A few very positive notes is that all the beds were very comfortable, the walk to the beach from the house was much closer than the pictures seemed, we loved having the games there and using the boogie boards that were furnished, and the end of the island that you’re on is PERFECT. Bring your golf cart! So fun to stroll the roads/dirt roads in the evenings! I was a little nervous after re-reading some of the reviews before we got there about cleanliness and there being mold… but it was not an issue at all! They’ve done a great job recently to improve those previous issues! Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Leisa L.

Just Okay
We just wrapped up three nights here and we were left wanting. The kitchen is not stocked well at all. The shared bathroom upstairs has a clear shower curtain therefore you can’t share while showering. My 11 month old had black hands and knees after crawling around the living room upon arrival. Vacasa said they’d send someone to mop the floor but they never came. I saw a 4-foot long snake in the beach grass right off the porch so we had to run down the foot path to the beach. Yikes! We ultimately enjoyed the view and the easy access to the beach. We liked the casual, less crowded feel of this island versus the 30a crowd. However, if we come back, we’d pick a different rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Our visit
Would definitely return to this property. It was a great location, had plenty of space and was maintained beautifully. My only suggestion would be to supply detailed instructions for working the tv. We could not get the sound to turn on in the main room. It's a minor thing but would have been nice to watch a movie together as a family. Other than that our stay was wonderful and I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Lynette N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location but serious issues that need to be addressed
The location of this place is amazing but there is clearly a mold issue in the furnace/air ducts. We contacted Vacasa regarding this issue and was given properties at least 45 mins or more away to relocate. Vacasa is not a company I would recommend. They were incredibly rude in communication and this property should not be rented out until the mold issue is resolved. We left the windows open to ventilate and remain in the house but there are many missing screens and disgustingly dirty window sills. I hope Vacasa addresses this health liability. This could be an amazing property if it was actually properly maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Austen M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A little rough around the edges
It fit our needs but is need of repairs. Insects seem to an issue here.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Kristina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, interior flaws
The location of the property was fantastic. We loved the view and access to the beach could not be beat. However, the interior was not nearly as well kept as the listing indicated. The toaster, toaster oven, refrigerator, blender, and dryer all either didn’t work or were poorly maintained. The dryer took 3-4 cycles on highest heat for the max amount of time to dry one load of laundry. The drawers and shelves inside the refrigerator were taped together with duct or packing tape. The blender leaked. I contacted the property management company prior to our trip to ask about beach chairs and was told there were none at the house so we brought our own. When we arrived, we discovered there were actually several beach chairs in the downstairs closet. This might seem nitpicky but we took valuable space in our vehicle to bring our own chairs and we didn’t need to. We still had a great vacation but the inside of the home needs some work. Making sure appliances are in good working order should be a top priority.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Drs. Micah and Julie P., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location, House in Need of Some Work
Location EXCELLENT! House was clean but in need of some basic repairs (door knobs, various fixtures about to fall out of wall, railing, plumbing in shower all loose, paint worn, light bulbs burnt out, only 1 trash bag, blinds and dining room chair broken, etc) NO hair dryer though listing under essentials. 3 women NOT HAPPY! The description also indicated beach chairs, but there was no beach chairs, there were three camping chairs and one of those was unuseable. BRING YOUR OWN! All of these things add up so overall NOT worth the money compaired to other beach houses we have rented! Truly, all of these issues could be addressed with a one day handy man! It needs some attention!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021