Colony Reef 3101

Colony Reef 3101 is an oceanfront Crescent Beach condo with the kind of easy, practical layout families appreciate. This ground-floor condo has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1080 square feet, and sleeping space for up to 6 guests. It sits in the Colony Reef complex, with dune and water views, a large private deck/patio, and direct access to the beach-focused side of St. Augustine.

The House

Inside, the condo keeps things simple, bright, and comfortable. The living area gives everyone a place to gather after the beach, with comfortable seating, television, and ocean views that bring the coastline into the room. It is the kind of space that works just as well for a slow morning with coffee as it does for a movie night after a long day in the sun.

The dining area sits close to the living space, so meals, snacks, games, and trip planning can all happen in one central spot. The kitchen is fully equipped with a flat-top stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, cookware, dishes, and utensils. For families who like to mix restaurant nights with easy meals at the condo, that full kitchen makes the whole stay smoother.

The sleeping layout is especially useful for families or small groups. The primary bedroom has a queen bed and oceanfront views, giving one guest or couple a quieter place to wake up near the water. The two additional bedrooms each have two twin beds, which works well for kids, siblings, friends, or extended family. Two full bathrooms help keep mornings moving when everyone is getting ready for the beach, downtown, or a day trip south toward Matanzas.

The private deck/patio is one of the strongest features of the condo. Since this is a ground-floor oceanfront unit, the outdoor space feels like a natural extension of the living area. It gives guests a place to sit outside, listen to the coast, and enjoy the dune and water views without having to pack up and leave the condo every time they want fresh air.

Set inside Colony Reef Club vacation rentals, the condo has access to a strong mix of community amenities, including a communal pool, heated pool, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, tennis, basketball, and beach access. That variety helps on longer stays, especially when some guests want pool time, others want the beach, and someone else just wants a quiet break indoors.

The condo includes wireless internet, high-speed internet, air conditioning, central heat, a washer and dryer, linens, towels, television, satellite/cable, iron and board, and onsite parking. Parking is limited to a maximum of two vehicles for the unit, and parking passes are required from the onsite office on arrival. Grilling is not permitted at the Colony Reef complex.

Highlights

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1080 square feet
• Sleeps up to 6 guests with 1 queen bed and 4 twin beds
• Ground-floor oceanfront condo with dune and water views
• Large private deck/patio for outdoor relaxing
• Full kitchen with coffee maker, toaster, cookware, dishes, and utensils
• Access to pools, hot tub, fitness room, tennis, basketball, and beach access
• Washer, dryer, wireless internet, television, linens, and towels included
• Parking for up to two vehicles with passes from the onsite office

St. Augustine

Colony Reef 3101 puts the whole of St. Augustine within easy reach. The nation's oldest city is built around a walkable historic district of cobbled streets, Spanish colonial architecture, and centuries of history, with museums, shops, restaurants, and seasonal events filling out the days. Guests can spend a morning downtown exploring the Ancient City, then come back to a quieter oceanfront condo instead of staying in the middle of the bustle. That balance, a real city to explore and a calm beach to come home to, is a big part of what makes this stretch of coast work for families and small groups.

The Area

Colony Reef 3101 is in Crescent Beach, one of the quieter stretches of Anastasia Island. For guests comparing Crescent Beach vacation rentals, this area usually appeals to people who want a more relaxed beach setting without giving up access to St. Augustine. The shoreline feels less hectic than the busier pier area, and the pace is more about beach walks, family time, pool afternoons, and easy drives to nearby parks and historic sites.

Crescent Beach is especially nice for travelers who want the beach to be the center of the trip. You can start the morning with coffee at the condo, make breakfast in the kitchen, and head out toward the sand without turning every beach day into a car-loading event. That rhythm matters when you are traveling with kids, grandparents, or a small group that does not always move at the same speed.

This part of the island also gives you a good base for exploring south. Fort Matanzas National Monument is one of the best low-key historic outings in the area, with a short boat ride out to the old Spanish fort. Fishing, kayaking, scenic walks, and time along the Atlantic or Intracoastal all fit naturally into a Crescent Beach stay.

If your group needs more than one rental, First Choice Florida manages other Crescent Beach and south-island properties nearby, including Creston House 11E, Beacher's Lodge 202, Beacher's Lodge 232, and Tarpon Run 35, giving extended family or friends a way to stay close without crowding everyone into one condo.