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1496 sq. ft. Step inside this charming home and feel your worries and cares melt away as the relaxing atmosphere envelopes you. A spacious living area assures comfort for all. The Retro feel of this home brings you back to a gentler space in time. Fabulous island location close drive to a variety to beaches and near enough for an easy stroll over the famous Bridge of Lions, straight into the downtown of our nation's oldest City. Restaurants, shops or simply relaxing. All here, so nice!
Island Charmer has a wonderful layout. Enter through garage or front of home and both will land you right into the kitchen. So convenient for dropping off groceries and goodies! The kitchen is only slightly separated from the dining room so that entertaining and cooking have a separation, however the dining room has a nice coffee niche where the Keurig is set up and so you can make your afternoon or morning coffee without getting in the way of the cook! Drip coffee is in the kitchen, for whatever your preference may be! Happy hour happens here too as the other half of the coffee bar is set up for wine or cocktails. BYOB!
This lovely home flows nicely into the living room with a very large TV great for watching your favorite sporting event or for cuddling up on the sofa for a great movie! Fireplace is just for ambiance and nostalgia but may not be lit, however the candles are actually electric so feel free to switch them on for a bit of a subtle glow!
The adjoining room can be left open or closed off depending on how many guests you have or what they are doing, as the office desk and chair are there, as well as the sleep sofa. This makes for a nice 3rd bedroom if needed. Lots of windows for cheery morning light and a view of the lush foliage!
The hallway behind leads to the guest bathroom, complete with tub shower, and you will find next to this the guest bedroom. At the end of the hall is the master bedroom, ensuite bathroom with shower. The home is cozy and quaint with plenty of room to relax and play. Everything is conveniently on one floor so no steps to contend with. The location is super convenient for walking or driving and is quiet and nice without the sound and bother of traffic. The perfect place to get away from it all while still being conveniently close.
The yard is shaded in some parts, perfect for a restful afternoon with island breezes to enjoy, and has a nice fire pit for warmth or ambiance. It is fully fenced mostly for smaller dogs, and lush landscape gives a nice tropical feel. Plans for some playful amenities are in the works for the near future! Stay tuned!!
You are able to access all of this home save for a housekeeping/owner closet which will remain locked.
You will find plenty of parking in the driveway. Approximately 3-4 vehicles may be parked in the driveway depending upon the size of the automobiles.
Island Charmer is located in Davis Shores -- a stunning neighborhood on the banks of the Matanzas River. and surrounded by water on 3 sides. Just across the Bridge of Lions is historic downtown St. Augustine. The State Park Beach is just a 2-3 minute drive away. Other public beaches are Vilano and St Augustine Beach, both about a 10 minute drive. All beaches are totally different from one another. Check them all out! There are all kinds of shops and restaurants close by and if you like to walk you are in luck because they are mostly all within a nice stroll away. However for site seeing, other than downtown, and shopping you will need a vehicle.
For a relaxing and unforgettable vacation time, whether with family or just your best pup, Island Charmer is sure to please. Vacation time made simple and easy. Come and relax and enjoy. This is a place of no regrets!
Guests may not use the fireplace, however you may use the led candle lights currently there. Candles are also not allowed to be lit during your stay. This is a nonsmoking property.
Dogs welcome. There is a $176.25 nonrefundable fee for the first dog, and it is $293.75 for two dogs. Please notify us of your pet status when you are making your reservation. Please pick up after your dogs! thank you.
24-hour checkin
Fire Extinguisher
Essentials
Hangers
Laptop Friendly workspace
Private living room
Suitable for infants
Shower
Dining room
Single level home
Hot water
Private entrance
Extra pillows and blankets
Cooking basics
Beach essentials
Room darkening shades
Laundromat
Bay
Health beauty spa
Marina
Museums
Winery tours
Toilet
Car recommended
Pack n play travel crib
Games
Ice maker
Spices
Antiquing
Bird watching
Boating
Eco tourism
Outlet shopping
Shopping
Water sports
Whale watching
Wildlife viewing
Beach
Downtown
Near ocean
River
Town
Golf
Tennis
Water sports gear
Luggage dropoff allowed
Long term stays allowed
Fire emergency contact
Hospital nearby
Medical emergency contact
Outdoor lighting
Police emergency contact
Cleaning optional
Family
Historic
Romantic
Contactless Check-In/Out
Fenced yard
Desk chair
Dining table
Outdoor firepit
Outdoor furniture
Fire pit
Cleaning products
Body soap
Clothing storage
Exercise equipment
Baking sheet
Barbeque utensils
Coffee
Wine glasses
Hammock
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| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dec 04 - Dec 05 2025 | $237 | 3 nights | |||
Dec 05 - Dec 06 2025 | $299 | 3 nights | |||
Dec 06 - Dec 07 2025 | $280 | 3 nights | |||
Dec 07 - Dec 08 2025 | $161 | 3 nights | |||
Dec 08 - Dec 09 2025 | $129 | 3 nights |
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Last updated on December 04, 2025
Aaron T.Needed a place to stay for my son’s college graduation and a place to hold a get together afterwards. This was a quaint little house with a fenced yard that our dog loved (bigger dogs would likely be able to clear part of the shorter fence but it worked for our Bassett Hound). House was on the smaller side but had plenty of room for our sleeping party (6) and for the grad party we hosted of about 10 people. The location was fantastic as we were close to old town and also close to St. Augustine Beach area as well. The neighborhood was amazingly quiet and very safe, we felt completely comfortable walking our dog late at night or before dawn. Communication by the management company was outstanding. We had a small issue while we were there (not the fault of the host) and everything was communicated and taken care of quickly and pretty much painlessly. We would definitely consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed: May 2025 Submitted: May 13, 2025
Graham R.A brilliant place to stay when visiting St Augustine and area. The house had everything you could need including everything for the beach. A lovely comfortable house which was welcoming and a great place to relax after a busy day
Stayed: April 2025 Submitted: May 01, 2025
Diane S.Very relaxing, plenty to do for every age. We went to the beach every morning, then excursion in the afternoon. We were a little concerned about not having a beach front view home but this house was in a very quiet neighborhood that we quickly forgot about the view. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: June 30, 2024
JOur family enjoyed visiting St. Augustine and Island Charmer for a few days during our Spring Break from school. We had considered several properties before we visited and we are glad we chose this one. The location was great as it's only a short mile walk across the Bridge of Lions to the historic downtown area. We used the bikes provided in the garage to find and ride the 5 other properties we considered and, by far, this was the best choice. It's in a quiet residential neighborhood where the properties are well maintained and safe. We all felt safe and didn't mind walking through the neighborhood to head downtown. We had everything we needed in the kitchen as we cooked all our meals except for one. The quaint back yard and yard games provided some fun for our teens. Bonus was the washer and dryer - we came home will all clean clothes to put away! Will definitely consider rebooking in the future!
Stayed: March 2024 Submitted: April 03, 2024
Julie W.This property was perfect, it was Clean, Peaceful, and in an Excellent location. The neighborhood was very quiet and close enough to walk to downtown. We enjoyed our morning walks and runs in this area. The house had everything we needed including the most peaceful, fenced in background for our dog. You must eat at The Conch House, a very short walk from the property.
Stayed: March 2024 Submitted: March 17, 2024
GregOur stay at this rental was the best we've had in St Augustine. Great location for walking to restaurants and downtown in a friendly, quiet neighborhood. This home had a lot of thoughtful items for renters-games, firepit, hammock, bikes, beach gear and more. Our pooch loved the big, shady fenced in area for her to run around and occasionally chase the squirrels. All of the linens were very clean. The floors and bathrooms were cleaned like they were done by the homeowner. Very clean. We've stayed in a number of rentals that look like they have been minimally cleaned. This place made us feel as if we could walk in, throw our things down and immediately relax. The owner lives close by. It was obvious they take great pride in offering a quality rental home.
Stayed: January 2024 Submitted: February 12, 2024
Kevin L.We had a very nice stay here. The home was very clean and in a nice neighborhood. A short drive to the beach and within walking distance to the historic town. The beds were comfortable and the home seemed to have everything you would need other than beach chairs. It even had one bike for use which was nice due to the neighborhood being a perfect place for a bike ride. I would definitely rent from the proper group again if the opportunity arose. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: August 08, 2023
Steve And S.Great location - stayed during the 4th of July and was able to walk easily to the Bridge of Lions. The neighborhood quiet and felt safe. We were also able to walk dogs near the inlet. Proper group was very responsive when we had an issue with the locks - our fault, not the house- which was greatly appreciated. Highly recommend.
Stayed: July 2023 Submitted: July 07, 2023
JayneEveryone we talked to at the Proper Group was friendly and responsive. A few requested household items and a repair were provided in record time. Although this property wasn’t available to reserve next year, Don found us a great alternative.
Stayed: January 2023 Submitted: February 22, 2023
Angie T.We enjoyed our stay at the bungalow! The pictures are accurate, but can’t convey the feel of the nice neighborhood, which was quiet and friendly. The house is a little over a block from the water (no beach access, but only a short drive to A1A and the beach). We arrived to a clean house. The memory foam bed in the master bedroom felt new and was very comfortable. There is no vent in the master bath, but the main bath has one. The washer & dryer are new, and all appliances worked properly. There is a toaster oven in the kitchen, not a toaster, but I had no problem making toast every morning. We had a wonderful stay and would book this again if available.
Stayed: January 2023 Submitted: January 24, 2023
CaymanWe loved staying in this lovely neighborhood! The Arpieka was clean and cozy. We loved having the peaceful back patio and the king size bed was so comfortable after our long drive. We had 4 adults and 2 dogs, and this felt like the perfect amount of space. The hosts were wonderfully accommodating! We would absolutely stay here again if we don’t have the pups with us!
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: January 02, 2023
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