Beachside Escape St. Augustine, FL: Pool and Rooftop Deck
Beachside Escape in St. Augustine, FL is a three-bedroom, 2.5-bath house for up to 8 guests with a private pool, hot tub, and rooftop deck, managed by In The Sun VR. It sits about 0.4 miles from the Historic District and roughly 10 minutes by car from St. Augustine Beach.
Key Takeaways
Beachside Escape sleeps up to 8 across 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with a private pool, hot tub, rooftop deck, and outdoor fire pit.
The Historic District, Castillo de San Marcos, and Ripley's Believe It or Not! are all within an estimated 5 to 10 minute walk; the beach is a short drive, not a walk.
Beach gear is included, the home is pet friendly, and interior electric fireplaces make cooler winter evenings comfortable.
Local data points to June, July, and December as peak months and September and October as the softest, so timing changes both price and crowds.
The home suits families and friend groups of up to 8 who want downtown on foot and the beach by car; guests who want sand steps from the door should look at beach-walkable homes instead.
Several St. Augustine rentals share some mix of beachside and escape in their titles, so searching for this name can turn up unrelated listings. This page covers one specific home: the Beachside Escape managed by In The Sun VR, with the practical details a booking page rarely spells out.
St. Johns County recorded 2,791,200 visitors in 2026, according to its 2026 Annual Tourism Report, and the Ancient City fills quickly around the holidays and the summer beach months. Knowing exactly what a house offers, and where it sits, keeps you from a mismatch on a trip many others are also trying to book.
We want to be direct about the location. The name suggests sand outside the door, but this house sits near downtown. The Historic District is a stroll, and the beach is a short drive. The sections below help you decide whether that trade suits your group.
What Makes Beachside Escape in St. Augustine, FL Stand Out?
Beachside Escape is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom house that pairs a private pool and hot tub with a rooftop deck, all within walking distance of the Historic District. Its standout trait is the combination of resort-style outdoor space and a location where you can leave the car parked for most of the day.
Many three-bedroom rentals along Florida's Historic Coast lean on one headline feature. Beachside Escape stacks several: a pool, a hot tub, a rooftop deck, an outdoor fire pit, and interior electric fireplaces. That depth matters on a five-night stay, when a single pool loses its novelty by day three.
Price context helps here. RedAwning's 2026 data puts the average daily rate for three-bedroom vacation rentals in St. Augustine at $386. We do not quote a fixed nightly rate for Beachside Escape because it moves with the calendar, so compare the total on the booking page against that market figure rather than against a single headline price.
The second differentiator is the walkable location. A private pool and hot tub paired with a stroll to the fort suit groups who want to split their days between sightseeing and swimming. If you would rather build every day around the sand, skip ahead to the section on who should look elsewhere.
Which Amenities Are Included at Beachside Escape?
Beachside Escape includes a private pool, hot tub, rooftop deck, outdoor fire pit, BBQ grill, outdoor shower, ping pong table, lounge areas, and beach gear, plus interior electric fireplaces and a pet-friendly policy. The details below come from the home's current In The Sun VR listing data.
Pool, Hot Tub, and Outdoor Shower
The private pool and hot tub share the outdoor space, and the outdoor shower sits between the sand and the interior. After a morning at Anastasia State Park, you can rinse off outside before anyone tracks sand across the floors. One caution: the listing data does not state whether the pool is heated, so confirm that on the booking page before reserving winter dates.
Fire Pit, Rooftop Deck, and Lounge Areas
Evenings are where the outdoor layout earns its keep. The fire pit anchors a gathering spot, and the lounge areas give a second group room to spread out. The rooftop deck offers a separate perch from the pool level. Ask the team whether firewood is provided, since policies on that differ from home to home.
Inside the House
The interior is bright and modern with a relaxed coastal feel. Interior electric fireplaces add warmth on cooler December and January nights, which lines up well with the holiday lights season. A ping pong table gives teenagers and adults something to do between meals that does not involve a screen.
Beach Gear and Pets
Beach gear is included, which saves you from hauling chairs and toys from home. The home is also pet friendly. Pet fees, size limits, and house rules are not part of the data we are working from here, so verify them on the booking page before you pack the dog.
How Close Is Beachside Escape to Downtown and the Beach?
Beachside Escape sits roughly 0.2 to 0.4 miles from downtown St. Augustine's best-known sights, so the Historic District is a short walk, while the beaches are a short drive. St. Augustine Beach is about 4.2 miles away and Anastasia State Park about 2.4 miles, each roughly 10 minutes by car.
Destination | Approx. distance | Approx. time |
Potter's Wax Museum | 0.2 mi | About 5 min walk |
Castillo de San Marcos | 0.3 mi | About 8 min walk |
Ripley's Believe It or Not! | 0.3 mi | About 8 min walk |
St. Augustine Historic District | 0.4 mi | About 10 min walk |
Anastasia State Park | 2.4 mi | About 10 min drive |
St. Augustine Beach | 4.2 mi | About 10 min drive |
These are straight-line distances with estimated times, so treat them as planning guides rather than guarantees. Traffic on the coast roads thickens on summer weekends and holiday weeks, and a 10-minute beach drive can stretch.
The walking radius is the home's real advantage. The coquina fortress a few minutes away is built from the local shellstone that defines the old town. Explore the brick-paved lanes around it in the first hour after opening, before midday heat and tour groups arrive. For broader trip planning, our guide to downtown St. Augustine stays covers the neighborhood in more depth.
Parking is the one downtown tradeoff worth planning around. The listing data here does not describe on-site parking, so confirm it with the booking page before you arrive with two cars.
Is the Beach Close Enough, and What Is St. Augustine Beach Known For?
St. Augustine Beach is the public beach area on Anastasia Island, known for its pier, wide stretch of sand, and a casual restaurant strip nearby. It is about a 10-minute drive from Beachside Escape. Anastasia State Park, closer at roughly 2.4 miles, offers a more natural shoreline.
Our recommendation is to treat the beach as a morning outing and the house as the afternoon destination. Load the included beach gear, head out early to beat the crowds and the heat, and return to the pool and hot tub when the sun gets strong. Anastasia State Park works well for guests who prefer a quieter beach over the pier scene.
After a beach day near the pier, local rental listings commonly point guests toward spots like Salt Life, Sunset Grille, and Beachside Diner. Check current hours before you go, since beach restaurants change schedules by season.
Crescent Beach is a different stretch of coast from St. Augustine Beach, and this home's data does not list a distance to it. For official beach and parking information, the tourism board maintains a page of official beach and parking information. Use it before committing to any beach for a full day.
When Is the Best Time to Book a St. Augustine Beach Rental?
The best time to book depends on what you want from the trip: June, July, and December carry the strongest demand, September and October are the softest months, and the Nights of Lights season, generally mid-November through late January, is the signature winter draw. Spring break runs roughly mid-March through early April.
AirROI data cited in 2026 reporting shows peak months such as June, July, and December averaging 53.2% occupancy, against 36.1% in low-demand months such as September and October. Across the whole market, AirDNA reports 56% average occupancy and an average daily rate of $288.70 for St. Augustine short-term rentals in 2026.
Period | What you get | Tradeoff |
Mid-November to late January | Holiday lights, cooler evenings, fireplaces in use | Higher demand; book early |
Mid-March to early April | Spring break energy, mild weather | Busier beaches and restaurants |
June and July | Peak beach season, pool and hot tub at their best | Heat, crowds, and strong demand |
September and October | Softest demand, quieter streets | Atlantic hurricane season runs June through November, so check cancellation terms |
Our pick for value is the shoulder weeks in autumn, provided you book with flexible cancellation. Our pick for atmosphere is the holiday season; our winter wonderland guide explains why, and our month-by-month timing advice shows how demand shifts across the year.
Plan on at least four nights. Visitors in paid accommodations stayed an average of 4.3 nights in 2026, per the St. Johns County 2026 Annual Tourism Report, and a house with both downtown walking and beach driving rewards a longer stay.
Who Is Beachside Escape Best For, and Who Should Look Elsewhere?
Beachside Escape is best for families and friend groups of up to 8 who want a private pool, hot tub, and walkable access to downtown St. Augustine, with the beach a short drive away. Guests who need sand at the doorstep or space for more than 8 should consider other homes.
It works well for a family with teenagers who want sightseeing in the morning and pool time after lunch. It also suits two couples traveling together: three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms mean fewer lines for the shower. Pet owners get an easy yes, subject to the fee and policy check noted above.
Look elsewhere if the beach is the entire point. Vilano Vista, another In The Sun VR home, sits about 0.3 miles from Vilano Beach, roughly a 5 minute walk. Point Break has a pedestrian path to Crescent Beach access about 0.1 miles away, though it sleeps only 6.
For groups of 9 to 12, Victorian Villa sleeps 12 and sits about 0.3 miles from the Historic District. Matching the home to the group matters more than chasing a name. A wrong fit costs more than any nightly rate difference.
How Does a Private House Compare With a Condo or Hotel Near the Beach?
A private vacation house gives one group exclusive use of a pool, hot tub, and outdoor space, while condos and hotels trade that privacy for shared amenities or direct sand access. The right choice depends on group size, the importance of beach proximity, and how much you value privacy.
Factor | Private house like Beachside Escape | Beach condo | Beachfront hotel |
Pool access | Private pool and hot tub | Usually a shared community pool | Usually a shared pool |
Space for a group | Three bedrooms under one roof | Varies by unit | Often multiple rooms |
Beach access | Short drive | Often walkable, varies by complex | Often direct |
Daily services | Check the listing | Varies | Typically on-site staff |
A common question is which beachfront hotels are best in St. Augustine. We manage vacation homes rather than hotels, so we will not rank them. The tourism board's Visit St. Augustine site is the best place to compare current hotel options and their beach access.
How Do You Tell This Beachside Escape From Similarly Named Listings?
Several rentals around St. Augustine use words like Beachside and Escape in their names, so the reliable identifiers are bedroom and bathroom counts, guest capacity, and the booking page. Beachside Escape from In The Sun VR is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath house for up to 8 with a private pool and hot tub.
Search results often mix this home with condos and houses that have different capacities and amenities. Run two checks. First, confirm the pool and hot tub are both private, not shared. Second, confirm the rooftop deck and fire pit. Then book through the official Beachside Escape booking page so you know which property you are reserving.
For a wider view of the market before you commit, our guide to vacation rentals around the Ancient City compares neighborhoods and rental styles.
How Do You Book Beachside Escape, and What Should You Check First?
Booking Beachside Escape takes four steps: choose dates on the direct booking page, enter your guest count and any pets, review the total with taxes and fees, and message the team about open questions. Run through the checklist below before you confirm.
Open the direct booking page and select your arrival and departure dates.
Enter the number of guests, up to 8, and note any pets.
Review the full total, including taxes and fees, and compare it to similar homes.
Send any remaining questions to the team before you pay.
Before you confirm, check these items, since they are not specified in the data we are working from:
Pet fee, size limits, and house rules for dogs.
Whether the pool is heated, especially for December through February.
On-site parking availability and how many vehicles fit.
Check-in and check-out times.
Cancellation terms, particularly for stays between June and November.
Whether firewood is provided for the fire pit.
At In The Sun VR, our team handles guest messaging and turnover cleaning for the homes we manage, so you can ask these questions directly before you book. Owners wondering how a home like this is run can read our take on whether property management is worth it for local owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there vacation rentals available in the St. Augustine Historic District?
Yes, several vacation rentals sit within walking distance of the Historic District, and availability changes by date. Beachside Escape is about 0.4 miles away, roughly a 10-minute walk, and you can check open dates on its booking page. Always confirm distance and parking for any home you consider.
What is the best month to visit St. Augustine, and what are the top attractions?
June, July, and December are peak demand months, while September and October are the softest. The Nights of Lights season, generally mid-November through late January, is a major draw. Top attractions near Beachside Escape include Castillo de San Marcos, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Potter's Wax Museum, Anastasia State Park, and St. Augustine Beach.
Where can you find beachside vacation rentals in St. Augustine?
You can find beachside rentals on Airbnb, Vrbo, the Visit St. Augustine listings, and local agency and management sites. In The Sun VR also takes direct bookings for homes across Vilano Beach, Anastasia Island, Crescent Beach, and downtown. Check each listing's distance to the sand, since beachside can mean anything from oceanfront to a short drive.
What is the latest travel information for Crescent Beach?
Crescent Beach is a separate stretch of coast from St. Augustine Beach, and conditions and access rules change. Check the tourism board's beach page for official beach and parking information, and the St. Johns County Rec1 online system for pavilion reservations. This page does not list a distance from Beachside Escape to Crescent Beach.
Which websites are most reliable for oceanfront beach house rentals in St. Augustine?
In The Sun VR books its own St. Augustine homes direct, including Beachside Escape, but for oceanfront houses on the sand you should cross-check Airbnb, Vrbo, Visit St. Augustine listings, and local agencies. Beachside Escape is not oceanfront. Verify each home's distance to the beach on a map before booking.
How can you book a beachside stay in St. Augustine?
Choose your dates and guest count on the property's booking page, review the full total with taxes and fees, and ask about pets, parking, and cancellation terms before paying. For Beachside Escape, the direct booking page lists availability. Book early for the holiday lights season and summer.
What are the best St. Augustine beach vacation rentals for families?
In The Sun VR offers family-sized homes including Beachside Escape, which sleeps 8 with a private pool and hot tub, and Vilano Vista, which sleeps 10 with a fully fenced yard about 0.3 miles from Vilano Beach. Families who want downtown on foot fit Beachside Escape; families who want a short walk to the sand fit Vilano Vista.
Is Beachside Escape pet friendly?
Yes, Beachside Escape is listed as pet friendly. Pet fees, size limits, and house rules are not detailed in the data we have, so confirm them on the booking page before you travel. Ask about outdoor areas for pets if you are bringing a dog.
Is Beachside Escape in St. Augustine, FL the Right Stay for Your Trip?
Beachside Escape in St. Augustine, FL fits groups of up to 8 who want a private pool and hot tub, a rooftop deck, and a downtown location where the fort and Historic District are a short walk. The beach is about 10 minutes by car, so it suits guests who split days between sightseeing and sand.
If your trip centers on beach access steps from the door, other homes in the collection fit better. For 2026 and beyond, the market keeps rewarding guests who book early for holiday and summer dates and who confirm pool heating, pet rules, and parking before they arrive.
Ready to plan a St. Augustine stay? In The Sun VR manages a collection of homes across Vilano Beach, Anastasia Island, and downtown, and you can check dates and book direct for Beachside Escape or explore the rest of the collection to find the right fit for your group.
Written by Seth Balogh, Owner at In The Sun VR
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