CoCo’s Beach Cottage

CoCo's Beach Cottage is a pet-friendly Vilano Beach vacation home with a private pool and quick beach access, just 100 steps from the sand. This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath house sleeps up to 8 guests across 1,800 square feet, with the dog-friendly beach on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway a short walk away on the other. Walk to the sand in the morning, come back for lunch at the house, spend the afternoon in the pool, then head into St. Augustine for dinner and sightseeing. It is especially comfortable for families, couples traveling together, and pet owners who want a real beach house instead of a hotel room or shared condo building.

The House

Inside, the home is spread across two levels with a relaxed coastal feel. The living room gives everyone a comfortable place to gather, with hardwood floors, beachy decor, a large flat-panel HDTV, Wi-Fi, and enough room to unwind after the beach. Every bedroom has a TV, which is a nice bonus when guests want a little quiet time at the end of the day.

The sleeping layout works well for a family or small group. There are two king beds, one queen bed, and a sleeper sofa in the living room. The primary bathroom includes a walk-in shower and a separate bathtub, the guest bathroom has a tub-shower combination, and a half bathroom helps when the house is full.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a dining area and breakfast bar, so meals do not have to revolve around restaurant reservations. It is easy to make coffee before the beach, put together sandwiches and snacks, or keep groceries on hand for slower mornings. The home also includes a washer and dryer, dishwasher, linens, towels, air conditioning, and central heat.

The private pool is one of the biggest reasons to choose CoCo's Beach Cottage, so guests do not have to pick between a beach vacation and a pool vacation. The pool may be heated seasonally for an additional fee with advance notice, though pool heat is not offered from Memorial Day through September. Outside, a fenced pool area with lounge seating, a charcoal grill, and a deck and patio round out the space. Pets are welcome for an additional pet fee, so the whole family can come along.

Highlights

• 3 bedrooms
• 2.5 bathrooms
• Sleeps up to 8 guests
• 1,800 square feet
• Private pool with a seasonal heated option
• Two king beds, one queen bed, and a sleeper sofa
• 100 steps to the dog-friendly beach
• Pet-friendly
• Fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and breakfast bar

St. Augustine

St. Augustine is the oldest city in the country, and it makes an easy base for a beach trip. The historic district is about a 10-minute drive from the house, with the Castillo de San Marcos, the bayfront, and the shops and restaurants along St. George Street all within a short walk of one another. Spend your mornings on the beach and your afternoons exploring downtown, then return to a quiet house with a pool. TPC Sawgrass is about 20 minutes away, and Walt Disney World is roughly a two-hour drive for families combining the beach with a larger Florida vacation.

The Area

CoCo's Beach Cottage sits in the Vilano and North Beach area, one of the best St. Augustine spots for guests who want a quieter beach base without feeling far from town. The ocean is just steps away on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway is about a five-minute walk in the other direction. This stretch of Vilano is known for surfing, paddleboarding, fishing, shark tooth hunting, biking, and easy days outside, with a more residential coastal rhythm than downtown. If you are comparing beach areas, First Choice Florida's Vilano Beach neighborhood guide is a good place to understand why it works so well for travelers who want both beach access and proximity to the historic district.

The Vilano Beach pier area is close by, with a grocery store, restaurants, a post office, bait and gear, boat rentals, a gas dock, and Intracoastal dining. For a simple nearby outing, the Vilano Fishing Pier is an easy local stop for a walk, a look over the water, or a slower evening close to the house.

If friends or relatives are traveling at the same time and want to stay close without sharing one roof, there are other Vilano Beach houses nearby. Coastal Bliss and Ocean Sunrise both sleep larger groups, while Beachside Bungalow is a good fit for a couple or small family.