Casita 1860

Casita 1860 is a renovated one bedroom cottage in the St. Augustine Historic District, built in 1860 and within easy walking distance of downtown. It is a private 646 square foot home for up to two guests, cared for with the kind of detail that makes an old house feel special. This is the cottage for travelers who want to feel close to the old city rather than tucked away in a hotel hallway or a big beach condo building. Park once, settle in, and let the Ancient City become part of the stay.

The House

Casita 1860 keeps its historic personality while giving guests the comfort of a fully renovated stay. The living room features an antique mahogany mantel and an expanded opening that connects the two main spaces, so the cottage feels easy to move through and comfortable for two. Inside, the style is bright, polished, and calm, with the charm of an old St. Augustine home and the practical upgrades guests expect on vacation: air conditioning, central heat, high speed internet, television, linens, towels, and a washer and dryer.

The kitchen is one of the home's strongest features. It has GE Cafe appliances, including a dual fuel oven, dishwasher, side by side refrigerator and freezer, and microwave, with custom granite countertops and glass paneled cabinet doors for a finished, upscale look. There is a coffee maker, cookware, dishes and utensils, stove, oven, and toaster, so a couple staying several nights can keep drinks and snacks on hand, make a relaxed breakfast before walking into town, or enjoy a quiet meal at home between restaurant nights. The dining room includes a built in corner dining bench, a smart use of space in a historic cottage that gives guests a real spot for breakfast, coffee, or planning the day.

The bedroom has one queen bed and a custom walk in closet, making the home comfortable for a longer couple's stay when guests may want to unpack instead of living out of bags. Double French doors open from the bedroom to a small deck leading to a shaded courtyard, a quiet retreat feeling that is especially nice in the morning or after a long day downtown. The full bathroom has been updated with a custom corner vanity and a large walk in shower with detailed tile work, so guests get the atmosphere of an 1860 cottage without giving up a clean, modern bathroom. Outside, the small deck and shaded courtyard give you a place to step out with coffee or sit quietly between outings, and the home includes free parking for one vehicle. Casita 1860 is also pet friendly, so you can bring a dog along for an additional pet fee.

Highlights

• 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
• 646 square feet
• Queen bedroom with a custom walk in closet and French doors to a shaded courtyard
• High end kitchen with GE Cafe appliances and custom granite countertops
• Large walk in shower with detailed tile work
• Free parking for one vehicle and a pet friendly stay

St. Augustine

St. Augustine rewards travelers who want to slow down and explore on foot. The oldest streets, the central plaza, bayfront energy, museums, restaurants, galleries, and evening live music all sit within a compact, walkable old city, and a home base in the middle of it means the day does not have to revolve around driving. From the Historic District you can stroll toward the plaza, wander historic streets, stop for dinner, then head back out when the city lights up.

A walkable cottage like this is a natural fit for guests who want to learn the city slowly. A St. Augustine Historic District walking history tour is an easy add, since the cottage already puts you close to the old streets, central plaza, restaurants, and landmarks that define the Ancient City. And although Casita 1860 is a downtown style stay, it still works for a beach day: the beach, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, and the Alligator Farm are about a quick ten minute drive away over on Anastasia Island.

The Area

Casita 1860 sits in the St. Augustine Historic District near Lake Maria Sanchez, with the central plaza about a leisurely two block stroll away and restaurants, shops, and attractions close by. That walkability changes the whole rhythm of the trip. You can park once, settle in, and enjoy the old city on foot, with the bonus of quieter residential corners like the Lake Maria Sanchez area to come home to. For travelers comparing places to stay in town, the Historic District neighborhood guide is the best place to understand why this part of St. Augustine works so well as a home base.

The cottage is the small, private option for a couple, a solo traveler, or two guests who want a walkable Historic District home with more privacy than a room at an inn. If you are traveling with a larger group and want to stay in the same part of town, Casa de' San Marco and Seahorse Cottage offer more room, while Circa 1900 is a three bedroom historic home that sleeps up to eight. Whichever you choose, the appeal is the same: park the car, explore the Ancient City at street level, and let the walk home be part of the trip.