Vacation Homes That Sleep 20 in St. Augustine, Florida

St. Augustine offers activities for every taste and age, making it ideal for group vacations. See the Castillo de San Marcos, the landmark for which St. Augustine is best known. While history buffs linger at the fort, others may head for St. Augustine's 43 miles of beaches, including clearly marked areas where cars can drive onto the beach for a picnic or a day of fishing for a fee. Areas designated "no cars" are quieter and often preferred by families with small children. When seeking a beach house, ask whether it's on a "cars allowed" or "no cars" part of the beach.
  1. The Sand Castle

    • Experts and novices surf and jet ski in St. Augustine waters.

      Feel at home in this house with eight bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. One of the bedrooms and one bath are part of a suite. Other bedrooms have either two twin beds, a queen or a king bed. The game area has a futon and the house has two kitchens and multiple sitting areas, making the house suitable for more than one family. The house also boasts a balcony and terrace, both with ocean views. Its location -- one house back from the "no cars" area of St. Augustine Beach -- makes it a quiet, safe place for children. Rental price is $2,500 to $3,500 per week as of February 2011.

    Vilano Beach Mansion

    • Judge for youself whether the lighthouse is haunted by taking a tour.

      This luxurious, 5,500 square foot house is on the designated "no cars" area of Vilano Beach, about four miles north of St. Augustine Beach. It has nine bedrooms and eight-and-a-half bathrooms. It is arranged as three townhouses, with three kitchens, three living rooms and three washer/dryer sets. Accommodations range from three twin rooms to six king rooms plus a sleeper sofa. The king rooms have balconies overlooking the ocean. The house has been fully renovated with tile and hardwood floors, granite counter tops, six flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi throughout. Rental price is $4,000 to $8,500 per week as of February 2011, with discounts offered for monthly rentals.

    The Chatauqua

    • Historic ruins and modern nightlife combine in St. Augustine.

      Rent the main house and the first floor suite for a total of seven bedrooms, plus a loft and five-and-a-half bathrooms. This 3,500 square foot house on a "no cars" part of St. Augustine Beach has been fully renovated while keeping some of the original features from 1926 -- the year the house was built -- including the heart-of-pine floors, the original fireplace and some of the woodwork. The house has different bath designs reminiscent of the 1920s era, a canopy bed and a loft with four sleeping berths. Three bedrooms have private baths. Fun extras like a pool table, an entertainment room, a wet bar, a piano and games make this house great for all ages. Rental price ranges from $5,000 to $6,050 per week as of February 2011.

    The Happy Hopper

    • Pirate tours and private rentals are just two ways to sail on St. Augustine waters.

      Some large, older homes that have not been extensively renovated can sleep 20 or more in a comfy, homey atmosphere for much less money. The Happy Hopper is a 4,000 square foot house with five bedrooms and three full baths, including a master bed and bath that is wheelchair accessible. Set back from the ocean on the "no cars" area of St. Augustine Beach, it rents for $1,400 to $2,300 a week as of February 2011. Less flashy, less expensive rentals can be a great deal for groups more interested in being together at the beach than having the latest amenities and most lavish accommodations.

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