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Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!

Panoramic ocean views, dunes filled with wildlife, two large decks and luxurious furnishings are all yours when you stay at Rising Sun Beach Retreat, our beachfront house on Crescent Beach. A perfect rental for families with children-includes whirlpool tub, HDTVs and more!

The views are million-dollar at Rising Sun. Between the multiple balconies (offering ocean vistas and spectacular sunset spots) and the views from the house, there's never a boring sight! Filled with clerestory windows above the already large plate-glass windows and sliding glass doors, Rising Sun is lit with sunshine and blue sky all day long!

The living room is an enormous space, with a fireplace, 55-inch HDTV, plenty of seating and even a conversation nook in a picturesque corner with panoramic views. Make it even bigger by opening the sliding glass doors and connecting the balcony to the rest of the room, adding the murmur of the surf and the calls of the birds to the soundtrack of your day.

The kitchen and dining areas are open and inclusive in the living room. Prepare to fall in love with the aqua-and-white, diner-style kitchen at Rising Sun, complete with ocean blue tile backsplash and long breakfast bar boasting ultra-comfy padded stools. Stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors, plenty of sunshine, well-stocked cupboards . . . this kitchen is all ready to host a pancake-making marathon, a fish fry, an array of exotic appetizers, or simply cereal and juice! You bring the groceries; we'll supply all cookware, dishes and utensils!

If you think the living and dining spaces are nice, wait until you explore the bedrooms! The primary is the jewel in the crown, with a king-size bed, sliding-glass doors to the oceanfront balcony, An en-suite bath featuring a whirlpool tub and separate walk-in shower. This luxe primary suite also offers a sunny little pocket of a room with masses of windows and a single bed, just right for a young child not yet ready to sleep too far from mom and dad (or a teen who wants their own space). There are TVs in the first floor queen bedroom, the second floor queen/twin bedroom, and the living room.

In addition to the primary suite, a second spacious bedroom boasting a queen-size and single bed is located on this floor. The second bedroom is great for another couple traveling with toddlers or a small child and it also makes a nice clubhouse-style room for teens or older children.

The other two bedrooms are on the first floor, which is very convenient if you're traveling with people whose sleep schedules don't all align. One bedroom has a lovely queen bed; the other offers two double beds and a twin daybed.

As beautiful as the interior is, Rising Sun is all about the outdoors. Wraparound decks, a private boardwalk over the dunes and down to the sugary white sands of Crescent Beach, even an outdoor staircase going from the first to the second floor -- everything is about outdoor living here! You'll find plenty of places to sunbathe, read, chat and even update your social media or do a little work on the laptop (the free WiFi at Rising Sun works out on the deck, too!). Everyone in your group will soon have a favorite spot!

Just minutes by car from historic downtown St. Augustine, Rising Sun is ideally located for amazing sunrises (as you might expect from the name!) and brilliant sunsets, too. The Intracoastal Waterway is nearby, with quieter waters for canoes and kayaks, trails for walking and biking and unbelievable natural wildlife. With the unspoiled, family-friendly beach nearby as well, it will be hard not to spend time in the warm sands! You'll love fishing, bodysurfing, sandcastle building and bocce-ball playing here! The St. Augustine and St Johns County area have a great variety of golf courses for players of every level and skill.

Come stay at Rising Sun as soon as you can. You'll have a great time and make lifetime memories here!

Bedroom # 1 (1 King), Bedroom #2 (1 twin inside separate room of master suite), Bedroom # 3 (1 Queen, 1 Twin), Bedroom # 4 (1 Queen), Bedroom # 5 (2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Daybed)

Per St Johns County regulations, only ten people are allowed per rental, not counting children 12-years-old or younger. That means this property is allowed up to 10 adults and the rest of the guests must be 12 and under.

The cleaning company provides a limited amount of basic necessities (toilet paper, trash bags, dishwasher/laundry soap, etc.) to get you started, you will want to bring some with you.

We don't offer refunds or reschedule stays during hurricane season, even if there is an evacuation order. Please purchase trip insurance for your stay if this is a concern.

EV Charging: There is a fee of $5 per day if you will be charging an electric vehicle at the home.

Property manager

David Manaute

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Map
St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • Butler Beach - 4 min walk
  • Butler Beach State Park - 15 min walk
  • Crescent Beach - 4 min drive
  • Anastasia State Park - 10 min drive
  • St. Augustine Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪World Famous Oasis Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mangos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt Water Cowboys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Libre - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Butler Beach holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Butler Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from St. Augustine Beach. Butler Beach State Park and Matanzas River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Rising Sun - Vacation Bliss! Ocean Front, Large Decks, and Private Beach Access! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick K.

Beach Getaway
This was our first visit to St. Augustine and thoroughly enjoyed our short two day visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Beach vacation 2024
Found this place online looking for a big enough place to fit my family comfortably and still have privacy and the beach to ourselves and this place delivered spot on it has more than space for my family and is super kids friendly! This place will be my family's forever vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Great stay!!
We had a great stay at the beachfront house. Great location. 3 families stayed with plenty of room. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Weekend getaway
Great open space with nice view of ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Fantastic beach property!
We had a wonderful stay at Rising Sun. It is in a great location and a short walk over the walkway to the beach. Plenty of space for 7 adults and 2 kids (with several beds to spare!) Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle A.

Wonderful!
Loved this place! Tons of space and great views of the beach. My family loved it and we hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal and Sandy H.

Great stay!
A family getaway to celebrate a birthday, with our adult children and grandchild. The house and location were perfect. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayla R.

Wonderful!
Private, relaxing, spacious, and an awesome upper porch that over looks the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

chea l.

Amazing beach house
This property has it all! Lovely home with plenty of room for our large family. The best part is the short boardwalk to the beach! Not to mention the stellar view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie W.

Beachfront Family Fun
The house fit the needs of 2 families with 2 kids each and the grandparents! We had a great time and the walk to the beach was easy for those walking and the drive for the gear haulers was equally as easy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeniffer T.

Beatiful home at the beach
Beatiful home to accommodate a big family. The view is spectacular and the beach is amazing. We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN S.

Short getaway
Home was everything the listing describes. Beautiful views!!! Had to start there and nice home within steps to the beach. Very quiet and relaxing for a much needed short getaway with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Perfect house and location
The house was laid out great for our family. Clean when we arrived and fantastic views of the ocean with great access. Close to everything we needed. Host took care of all small issues quickly. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn S.

Birthday celebration
The house was very comfortable and plenty of room for all of us to spread out and quick walk on private walkway to beach. Outdoor shower was very nice and private. Would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

On the Beach
The property location on Crescent Beach is ideal. Beautiful sunrises, gentle waves and lots of beach to walk on and play in. The kitchen, living area and deck provide nice views of the dunes and ocean. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking for large groups.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sal R., 202 Jonesbury Court, Longwood, FL

Paradise
We’ve lived in Florida most of our lives and can’t think of a more enjoyable beach experience and more spectacular beach views than we enjoyed at The Rising Sun. We plan to return. Again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Perfect beach house
This house is amazing!! The deck and the bay windows make it where you have views for miles. Big enough to have a family get together and not feel crowded. Even ended up staying an extra night! The host has great communication and i highly recommend them. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

So relaxing and fun!
You cannot go wrong staying this close to this beautiful beach! Our family of 10 did not feel crowded at all. The deck is a wonderful place to sit and hang out together, and the two lower bedrooms with lower deck access were so nice. The outdoor shower was wonderful after swimming in the ocean and to rinse sandy feet. The kitchen was so spacious, we all had room to make coffee, tea or whatever without stepping on each other. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Fantastic Beach House
We had a fantastic time and would love to stay here again. The view from the second floor living areas was even nicer than the online pictures. The home was clean and ready for our use when we arrived. The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of cookware and dishes. The home's private board walk is a huge plus and made getting to the beach a pleasure. The home managers were quick to respond whenever we had questions. There was plenty of room for two families with kids. And the beach itself is beautiful. We love this area. This was our second stay at a beach house in Butler Beach and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Family reunion
We had a wonderful time at this splendid property. The panoramic windows, huge deck, and spacious living room were ideal. Please read the description of the bedrooms carefully. It is completely accurate. Note the fifth bedroom just has a twin bed. Perfect for our needs. Bring paper products and extra bath towels. The outdoor shower was a treat and just steps away from downstairs bedrooms. We had nine adults and five children ranging from 1 to 11. There was ample space for everyone. We would love to return. The weather was PERFECT during our late April visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desiree H.

Most beautiful house in St. Augastine
We stayed here for mother's day weekend, walking in the house it was clean and everything i read about, but nothing prepared me for the view.. WOW.. I live in Miami, and there is no view like this. Drank coffee every morning as the sun came up over the water next to the bay windows. The beach was extremely clean and family oriented. Only a couple of miles from publix, and 10 mins. From the fun stuff in St. Augastine. David was a great host, answering questions right away, he not only cares for his guests and home but wants to make sure his neighbors and wildlife respected. Great family house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Keshaunda L.

Great Property, no TV access in rooms
The home space was exactly what my family needed. It was in a great location and check-in process was a breeze. Not sure who failed to check the status of the televisions in each room prior to our arrival but all of them had no signal, with the exception of the TV in the living room. It was quite disappointing that after having informed the property owner of no signal TVs in all rooms there was no real sense of urgency to address the matter until the day we were leaving. Nothing was offered in return for the inconvenience, although it was an included amenity that was not functioning during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rory W.

Amazing Beach Property
This place is a gem. It's not hidden, so it's not a hidden gem. But it is awesome. The beach is so close you can almost stick your toes in it from one of the decks. You can see the ocean from the main living area and the massive patio surrounding that area. The views are 10/10. Sunrise or sunset, your beach walk is just steps away. The kitchen is well appointed, and the dining-room table is perfect for large groups. There are plenty of bedrooms and beds so everyone can sleep comfortably. (Do note: one "bedroom" is a little nook (with door) inside the master bedroom. The listing says this. I knew this. But you should too! It might matter for some.) The living room has plenty of sofas and a large TV. I don't know how well the TV works, however, because we never turned it on. Historic St. Augustine is a short drive. Grocery store (Publix), restaurants, and the best Cuban bakery outside of Miami are just a couple miles away. You'll have plenty to do besides the beach, if that's your jam. I would certainly return. This place was wonderful. Our group had the best time. You will too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Todd Z.

Liked: Communication
Disappointing
Booked property for a week for myself with my family joining in for 60th birthday patty. My youngest son showed up and stayed in one of t I r downstairs bedrooms. The air-conditioning was not working (87 degrees on entire lower level) and my son moved to the only other upstairs bedroom that had air. Called property owner on Saturday. Said he would take care of it that afternoon. No one came, cancelled the rest of my family coming Saturday into Sunday. Got a call Tuesday that someone would show up that afternoon to repair the air. No one came. Checked out Thursday morning, still no air. Got a note from property owner that they repaired the ac after I left. The house has been updated with cosmetics. Systems look like original. Buyer beware.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kiran Kumar D.

Beach is your backyard!
Great things first: The great room with kitchen on the top floor is the soul of this property. It has excellent views of the beach. There is comfortable seating for 10-14 people. Kitchen has good quality appliances/range/utensils/silverware. All TVs works and have netflix. The master bedroom suite is great! Private access to beach is the best part of the house! We spent most time on the top floor when we are not on the beach. The neighborhood is good as well. u Not so great things now: Lower level bath rooms didn't have hot running water. We did not report this issue as we didn't have time to deal with things like this and just used the top level bath rooms for shower. The lower level bath rooms didn't have good exhaust so they smell a bit. Mattresses all across are soft so if you like firm mattress, this may not be very comfortable for your back. The most frustrating part of staying here is that there's not sufficient dishwasher soap, laundry detergent, trash bags. We expected these to be there so we don't worry about such stuff while vacationing. While it only costed us 20 bucks, it was a disappointment. We only interacted with our point of contact for the property thrice and we didn't get a response once. Do not expect a "warm" treatment. You are likely interacting with a property management who cares only about terms/conditions. To be fair, we didn't get any "cold" treatment either.. just pure business - which may be acceptable to some. The house is old but some areas renovated. Overall, if you want access to the beach in under 90 seconds and a great room to hand out with family, this is a nice place to stay. Publix/Winn dixie are 6 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021