Welcome to The Retreat at Vilano! Escape from your busy life and unwind at our brand new, fully stocked home. With a relaxing firepit area, yoga area, yard, video, and board games you and your crew will have everything needed to retreat from normal life and flourish in your own Floridian oasis.
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⭐️ THE HIGHLIGHTS ✨
📍 Location, location, location! Centrally located—just a 9-minute walk to the beach ☀️🌊 and a 5-minute drive into town 🚗
🏊 Pool! A unique cowboy pool + LED light area. Not heated—perfect ice plunge in winter!
🌴 Semi-private beach access! No public parking = peaceful, uncrowded sand all day long 😎
🏖️ Beach essentials provided! Towels, chairs, cooler, beach cart & more — grab and go!
🎮 Entertainment galore! Yard games, board games, Xbox 360, video games, puzzles, card games & more!
🏓 Game Room! Shuffleboard table, ping pong table & more
🛏️ 4 bedrooms + 2 pull-out beds — comfortably sleeps 12 guests
🌘 Blackout curtains in every bedroom for a peaceful night’s rest
🛌 Luxurious bedding, towels & pillows throughout
🧼 Tile/laminate flooring only — NO carpet!
🍽️ Open-concept kitchen & living room with soaring 9-ft ceilings
🛋️ Modern, stylish furnishings throughout
⚡ EV Charger
📺 Massive 72” TV w/ Roku
🧘 Yoga mats, resistance bands & yoga blocks
☕ Full coffee & tea bar — tea varieties, coffee pods, creamers & sugar
🌅 Backyard entertainment space — outdoor seating, cowboy pool + deck, string lights & LED ambience system
🔥 Solo firepit + hammock chair lounge area
🍔 BBQ grill w/ accessories
🍹 Bar cocktail mix set for entertaining
🧑🍳 Fully stocked kitchen — perfect for long stays & big meals
💻 Private work area + dedicated workspace
🌬️ Ceiling fans in every bedroom (with remotes!)
🐶 Dog-friendly! Water bowls, food bowls, dog treats, shampoo & wash station
👶 Family-friendly! Pack ’n play + removable stair gate
🥣 Kid-friendly diningware — sippy cups, plates, cups & silverware
🧴 Starter toiletries included
💁 Two blow-dryers, iron + ironing board, and steamer
🅿️ Free parking on premises
🧺 Large washer & dryer w/ starter pods
🍽️ Dishwasher
🔢 Easy self check-in
📍 LOCATIONS
✈️ Airports
Jacksonville Airport: 52 miles
Orlando Airport: 129 miles
🏋️ Gyms
Anastasia Fitness: 8 miles
Bailey’s Gym: 8 miles
Planet Fitness: 9 miles
🏊 Pools
Ocean Grove RV Resort – $10/day passes
🌳 Parks
North Beach Park (+ lock bridge): 1.5 miles
Anastasia State Park: 8 miles
North Shore Community Center: 2.7 miles
🎾 Tennis / Basketball / Pickleball
North Shore Community Center: 2.7 miles
🎶 Entertainment
St. Augustine Amphitheater: 6 miles
🏰 Downtown St. Augustine
Historic Downtown: 3.5 miles
🌴 Your Story Begins at The Retreat at Vilano
It starts the moment you arrive — that salty breeze off the ocean, the quiet hum of palms swaying overhead, and the sense that for a few days, time might just slow down. You drop your bags, step inside, and instantly feel it: this is the kind of place that was designed for memories.
Just nine minutes walk from the beach and five minutes drive from the heart of historic St. Augustine, The Retreat at Vilano blends coastal charm with modern luxury. You’re close enough to everything — yet somehow, it feels worlds away.
☀️ Mornings begin slowly. Coffee in hand, you wander into the open-concept kitchen, sunlight spilling across the 9-foot ceilings and stylish décor. The full coffee and tea bar waits for you — beans, creamers, sugars, teas — all ready for your perfect start. Maybe you’ll take your mug out back, where string lights drape across the patio and the LED cowboy pool shimmers invitingly. In summer, it’s a refreshing plunge; in winter, an ice-cold wake-up call that leaves you laughing and alive.
🏖️ Days unfold easily. Pack up the beach cart (already stocked with towels, chairs, and a cooler) and take a short walk to your own semi-private beach. With no public parking nearby, it’s never crowded — just waves, soft sand, and space to breathe.
🎯 Afternoons bring friendly competition. Inside, the Game Room calls — shuffleboard, ping pong, Xbox, and more. Laughter bounces off the walls, kids and adults alike caught up in the fun. Later, maybe a BBQ out back or cocktails with the bar set, a dip in the pool as the lights glow blue, then a cozy chat around the Solo firepit while the hammock chair sways nearby.
🛏️ Evenings wind down in comfort. Four serene bedrooms (plus two pull-outs) welcome up to 12 guests with blackout curtains, luxurious bedding, and ceiling fans controlled right from your bed. Whether you’re here with family, friends, or your four-legged travel buddy — yes, dogs are welcome and even get their own wash station and treats — everyone has a space to unwind.
💻 Even longer stays feel effortless. With a private workspace, stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, and EV charger, everything you need for a week (or a month) is right here.
🌊 Whether it’s a family reunion, a couples’ escape, or a work-from-paradise getaway, The Retreat at Vilano is more than a stay — it’s a feeling you’ll want to come back to again and again.
🌅 Why Guests Love the Retreat
It’s more than a stay — it’s a feeling. From morning coffee on the patio to sunset games by the pool, every detail was designed for comfort, laughter, and connection.
Whether you’re planning a family getaway, couples’ retreat, or remote-work escape, you’ll leave refreshed — and already dreaming of your next visit. We invite you to check out our reviews for more direct compliments from past guests!
🚙 While golf carts are not provided at the property, many guests choose to rent one during their stay. We work closely with several trusted local golf cart rental companies and are happy to point you in the right direction—just ask!
💸 Stay Longer, Save More!
We offer deep weekly discounts for 7+ nights, and even bigger savings for monthly stays. Extend your trip right on the calendar to see automatic pricing — or send us a quick message to learn about special long-term rates!
You will have access to the entire home and lot.
We will do our best to offer any help you need, but we offer a self check-in that is 100% fully automated should that be what you prefer.
The beautiful and highly sought after Vilano Beach area is pristine landscape. Our particular location is a close to 3 amazing Vilano beach restaurants including The Reef, Aunt Kate’s, and world famous Cap’s on the Water. In addition, the exclusive beach is a short 9 minute walk.
Ubers and Lyfts are plentiful and available, but downtown St Augustine is also only a 5 minute drive.
Safety:
The hallways are lit with photosensor nightlights, so you can see your way at night when moving throughout the house. Attached at each photosensor light is an emergency, battery pack powered light, that can be detached and automatically turns into a flashlight. There are multiple escape routes throughout the house that are listed at the bottom of this handout. There is a motion sensor light over the main driveway.
Pool Alarm:
There is a pool alarm located on the sliding doors leading to the backyard. Anytime this door is opened or closed, the silence button needs to be activated prior to opening or the alarm will go off. This alarm is loud, on purpose! This prevents children and other youngin’s from being unattended around the pool area. This cannot be turned off or unplugged.
Below the sink is the fire extinguisher, as well as the first aid kit.
The solo firepit is staked to the ground, there is a hose connected to the side of the house can be used to douse a fire if needed.
You will be given a code that only is available to you, it will be given to you 24 hours prior to your departure and is deleted and invalid within hours of checkout.
The Retreat at Vilano is a fantastic place for families and children of all ages. While it is family-friendly, it is not child-proof. Furniture is not bolted into the walls, and drawers and cabinets are not equipped with child safety fasteners or locks. Ultimately, you accept responsibility for the safety of all guests including children <18 years old. We do provide a child gate, as well as a pack and play. There is also an alarm on the sliding glass window that needs to be silenced before opening it. This keeps little kids from wondering into the pool area.
Thank you for booking with us! We truly love our home and look forward to hosting you at Retreat at Vilano. We ask that all guests carefully read and review the house rules below. Your booking serves as confirmation that you have read, understand, and agree to these rules and the fees they carry if violated. These policies are in place to protect the property, ensure a comfortable stay for all guests, and maintain a respectful relationship with our neighbors.
House Rules
Age Requirement / Third-Party Bookings
The minimum age to book Retreat at Vilano is 25 years old. Third-party bookings (where the booking guest will not be present at check-in) are not permitted. Violation of this policy will result in immediate cancellation of the reservation without refund.
Parking
Parking is free and provided on-site. You must notify us in advance of the number of vehicles in your party so we can comply with local regulations. Street parking is not permitted.
Additional Guests
Any guest entering the property beyond the number listed on your reservation is subject to a $30 per person, per nightfee. A guest is defined as anyone who enters the property at any time.
This policy is strictly enforced to prevent parties, maintain neighborhood relations, and comply with local occupancy and fire marshal regulations. Accurate guest counts also ensure proper preparation of linens, towels, and amenities.
Pet Policy
We are dog-friendly and welcome up to two dogs per stay with a $100 non-refundable pet fee per pet. Additional dogs must be requested and approved in advance.
Cats are not permitted and will result in a $500 fine. Any undeclared pets will also incur a $500 charge.
Dogs must remain leashed in the front yard at all times. The backyard is fully fenced and approved for off-leash use. Pets are not allowed on furniture or beds. Excessive pet hair, damage, or waste left behind will result in an additional $100 cleaning fee.
Guests agree to crate their dogs when not present in the home. A kennel is provided if needed.
TV Services
The home is equipped with Roku TVs. Guests are responsible for signing into and out of their personal streaming accounts prior to checkout.
Internet Access
High-speed internet is provided. Access requires entering a name and email address. This information is used solely for security and compliance purposes and is never sold or shared.
While we make every effort to maintain reliable service, internet outages are outside our control and are not grounds for refunds.
Parties, Smoking, & Noise
Parties, smoking, loud music, and disturbances are strictly prohibited. Any violation may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation without refund.
A $250 fine will be charged for any noise complaint requiring intervention. Exterior cameras monitor public-facing areas only and are used solely to verify compliance. There are no interior cameras.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM on weekdays and 11:00 PM – 8:00 AM on weekends. This is a residential neighborhood, and strict adherence is required.
Damages
Guests must report any existing damage within 4 hours of check-in. Failure to report damage may result in responsibility for repair or replacement costs identified after checkout.
Early Check-In / Late Check-Out
Early check-in or late check-out must be requested at least 24 hours in advance and is subject to availability. Each is $50.
Guests remaining past checkout time will be charged $100 per hour.
Travel Insurance & Weather Policy
Florida weather, including hurricanes, is a known seasonal risk. We do not offer refunds for weather events, storms, or hurricane threats unless a mandatory evacuation order is issued for the property’s location.
In the event of a mandatory evacuation, refunds will be issued for unused nights only. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, especially during hurricane season.
BBQ Grill
The grill is propane. Guests must be experienced with propane grills and are responsible for cleaning it after each use. The grill should not be moved. Turn off the propane tank after use.
Firepit
Guests must be comfortable operating an open fire. Fires must be fully extinguished after use. Sand and a hose are provided if needed. All backyard lights must be turned off before bedtime.
Firewood is not provided but is available locally.
Landscaping
Landscaping typically occurs on Mondays and may vary due to weather. Guests are asked to cooperate if access is needed.
Nearby Development
Retreat at Vilano is located in a desirable and developing area. We are not responsible for construction or noise occurring outside the property.
Lost Items
We are not responsible for lost or forgotten items. If an item is recovered and returned, a $20 processing fee plus shipping will apply.
Garbage Disposal
Use the garbage disposal sparingly. Do not place hard or sticky items inside. Any plumbing service required due to misuse will result in a $75 charge.
Trash & Recycling Schedule
Trash and recycling pickup occurs on Fridays. If you are staying Thursday night, please place the bins at the curb Thursday evening. If you are present after pickup on Friday, return both bins to the cedar enclosure on the side of the house.
This process is important and we rely on guests to assist with trash and recycling in order to keep the property and neighborhood in good standing.
Security Cameras
The property has exterior cameras monitoring public-facing areas only, including the driveway and doorbell. Tampering with cameras will result in immediate termination of the stay without refund.
Check-In
Check-in is at 4:00 PM. Access codes are sent within 24 hours of arrival. Self check-in only; no key exchange.
Checkout Instructions
Before departure, please:
• Start the dishwasher with used dishes (free of food debris)
• Remove all trash to the outdoor bin
• Pick up and dispose of pet waste
• Set AC to 78°F in summer or heat to 68°F in winter
Excessive mess or trash left behind will result in a $100 deep cleaning fee.
Amenities
