Relaxed Elegance at Casa de Flora II in historic St Augustine, Florida 🚭
About this house rental
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS IS A NON SMOKING BUILDING. NO BEACH SUPPLIES PROVIDED. This cottage was built in the 1920’s and has been in my family since 1950. It’s located across from The Fountain of Youth and within walking distance to downtown. It is 1300 square feet, has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The kitchen and bath have tile flooring and marble counters. The living room / dining room has comfortable seating for 6 people. There is a reading/sitting room located between the bedrooms that has a full size sofa, reading lights and a stocked cabinet of books. There is a sun room with game table and board games on one end and seating on the other. Extra linens and pillows are located in the bedroom closets. There is an outdoor patio with seating for 8 that has a 7 foot tall privacy hedge. - Please observe quiet time from 10pm-8am keeping TV, music, regular noise and conversations at a low volume that does not disturb other guests. My parents, Jim and Flora (hence Casa de Flora) Napier, purchased this cottage in 1950. My father owned and managed Napier Body Shop, was a member of the airport authority appointed by Florida Governor Claude Kirk and was an avid pilot. He loved everything aviation and was an all around wonderful human being who taught by example. He died from a heart attack in 1972 at the young age of 57. I lived here with my mother and sister until I graduated from the University of Florida and moved to Jacksonville to work as a pharmacist. My mother lived here until 2007 when she became unable to live on her own at the age of 92. After a long and robust life that included being a Rosie Riveter during WWII, raising two children, running a successful business and traveling the world she passed away at the age of 98. As a child I rode my bike everywhere. We’re located close to downtown and anything that a growing boy could want. The Fountain of Youth is one street away and downtown is an easy walk. There are 2 beaches just a short drive away and if you’re a walker it’s beautiful to get up early and walk down to the bay front when everything is quiet and peaceful. The cottage was rented to full time tenants from 2007 until December of 2016. When the tenants moved away my wife, Mary Ann, and I decided to refurbish and furnish it as a vacation rental. This process entailed so much more than we ever envisioned but it has been a labor of love. We have spent blood (along with 13 stitches), sweat and tears getting it ready and are so very proud of what we have to offer. Mary Ann and I love to travel and have been fortunate to have stayed in some wonderful places. We have incorporated the things that we’ve seen and loved into this home. Our goal is for you to feel welcome, comfortable and a bit pampered. It’s not the Ritz but we think that we’ve accomplished our goal. The pictures accurately describe the space. Bill Napier PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE ANYTHING FROM THE COTTAGE INCLUDING TOWELS. Palmetto bugs are large bugs that have wings, look like giant roaches and can fly in through open doorways. They are a huge problem in Florida especially after heavy rains. We have a pest control service that sprays monthly but these particular bugs often still find a way to get in. Hopefully, if you see one he is either dead or dying. Don’t be alarmed - they don’t bite or sting. I usually grab a paper towel and pick them up and toss in the garbage can. If you see more than one or two please let me know and I’ll give the exterminator a call. Thank you for understanding 😊
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(126 Reviews)
10.0
Casa de Flora is officially our favorite St. Augustine vacation rental! Everything was perfect from the very beginning. Welcoming check-in, beautifully furnished and clean, most comfortable beds and fantastic location. The front sunporch made a perfect office for me during the day and the reading room was an added bonus to unwind in the evenings, not to mention the home was fully stocked with a great selection of books - local as well as any other genre you'd be interested in! We were a 10 minute walk to St. George with shops and restaurants on the way. Also, a 10 minute bike ride to Vilano Beach/Porpoise Point. We were lucky enough to meet the owners who were kind and knowledgeable on the area and history. We've stayed in the area in at least 6 other places, but this will be the only one for us going forward. I feel so lucky to have found this property, it was truly a home away from home!
5.0
This is our second time staying here. We love this
house and the location. We will be staying here again!
5.0
Great house and perfect place to enjoy the lights.
5.0
We loved our stay in this cute historic home. Not only was it clean, cozy and comfortable, it also has a fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for cooking. The furnishings are comfortable and the decor is very nice. It is apparent the owners of this charming home want their guests to feel at home. When we go back to St Augustine we will book again!
5.0
Casa de Flora is just charming & beautifully decorated! Even prettier than the pictures portray & very comfortable. Your every need is anticipated as it is a fully equipped house. We were made to feel so welcome. Very convenient to walk to all the sights & not have to worry about parking. We will definitely be back! Thank you.
5.0
The property was wonderful. It accommodated every need we had. The house was perfect, clean and in a great location. We would definitely stay again!
5.0
This property is warm and inviting when you walk in the door! The interior is impeccably decorated and immaculately clean! The hosts are super helpful and have every detail thought out in the house to make you feel at home. There is ample parking and the location is close to many tourist attractions. We will definitely choose Casa de Flora II on our next visit to St. Augustine!
5.0
We loved our stay at Casa de Flora, beautiful home with exquisite character. The attention to detail exceeded my expectations. Communication, value, location everything about this home is great!!!
5.0
What an amazing trip to beautiful St. Augustine! Casa de Flora II is an absolutely perfect place to stay while visiting this amazing city, filled with so much history! Such a privilege to meet our hostess, Mary Ann who was incredibly gracious, helpful and knowledgeable! We can’t wait to visit again!!
5.0
Wonderful house if you’re going to stay in and cook for yourself every appliance imaginable is available for your use. We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect to go see the sights of Saint Augustine.
5.0
MaryAnn was so helpful to us! The house was beautifully decorated. It was well stocked with anything you can think of which made it feel so homey! We loved it!
5.0
I loved every minute here. I will stay here on my next trip to St. Augustine!!
5.0
This listing is the most thoughtfully decorated and stocked rental I have ever stayed in. The owner was fantastic to deal with, very friendly, and very accomodating. The location is a five minute walk to historic downtown St. Augustine. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. I can't recommend it enough!
5.0
Our stay was truly delightful! The home is beautifully decorated and it was such a treat to stay there. The owner has impeccable style & taste!! It's a short walk to the center of town, so a perfect spot for us to be. Everything was "over the top" exquisite! We felt spoiled the minute we walked in! I would highly recommend any property these hosts offer!
5.0
Our family comes here every Christmas and we love it. It has the same old time charm as the rest of the Ancient City. Every year Mary Ann has a sweet personalized welcome card and chocolates on the beds for everyone. This home has become such a special tradition for our family and we will continue to come every year as long as she will have us. :)
5.0
To say that our every need was taken care of at Casa de Flora, well, that's quite the understatement! St. Augustine is one of our favorite places to visit, charming and quaint, on the water, weather perfect. We usually choose a favorite B & B, yet decided to try a VRBO this time. Lets just say, we couldn't have been more pleased with that decision.
Casa de Flora is the standard by which all other VRBO's should be measured. The Napiers have created an absolutely cozy and quaint home-away-from-home, furnished exquisitely and with such warmth. They have thought of everything to make their guests feel special and taken care of. We had little need to kick around town as we've done so many times before; staying put in their sweet abode was pure delight! We cooked together, sat by the fire, watched several movies (hundreds provided!), danced to many of their cd's (what a collection!), and enjoyed an early Thanksgiving together as a family.
Thank you, Mary Ann and Bill.
We left so refreshed and can't wait to return!
5.0
Beautifully decorated and maintained vacation cottage for our family withing walking distance of historic St Augustine. The owners were so welcoming and attentive to every detail to make our visit memorable. We will definitely rent the Casa de Flora II our next visit to St Augustine.
5.0
This is my second time staying at this property. Everything has been intentionally thought out and cared for in such a way that I am able to focus solely on what I want or need to be about while in St Augustine. It is beautiful, very clean, fully stocked and MaryAnn is very attentive and responds quickly. It is my hope to return again and I love staying here. The location is close to everything while also feeling tucked out of the way. Maryann’s hospitality is a rare gift in our world today.
5.0
Summary: Luxurious beds, linens, couches, and chairs; close to absolutely everything; beautiful furnishings; amazing kitchen, game/parlor room with games; 2 living areas; super-responsive host; and great sleep. One of the most comfortable, beautifully-furnished, well-equipped places I've ever stayed. The location is great for downtown, beaches, parks, restaurants, and attractions. Impeccable stay. We definitely didn't want to leave.
5.0
This home is everything described and so much more. From the moment you walk in the door and throughout the home you feel all the love that was put into this place. My favorite spots were the sunroom with a cup of coffee in the morning and the comfy sitting room where we were able to relax and unwind. We even were able to convince the guys to play a few games of Scrabble. The owners were available to answer any questions we had and the location was perfect for downtown exploration. I will definitely reserve this property again.
5.0
The hosts were amazing - very communicative. The house itself was just gorgeous. The location was perfect. I can’t say enough good things about our stay. I will definitely stay here again.
5.0
Family weekend getaway
My husband and I stayed at Casa de Flora with our two young children and we could not have been more impressed! This charming home is beautifully appointed and fully equipped to meet all of your needs. Your proximity to the downtown/historic district, as well as Vilano Beach, is ideal… though you may want to spend some time relaxing & enjoying the house and all it has to offer. Thank you again, Mary Ann & Bill. We’ll be back!
5.0
Great experience
Comfortable house. Lots of living space for a small house. Would certainly stay there again.
5.0
Excellent!
Beautiful home in a fabulous location. The attention to detail Bill and May Ann have given to this property is exceptional. Highest recommendation.
5.0
We throughly enjoyed our stay @ Casa De Flora. There is nothing that they didn't think of when preparing this home for guests, everything was perfect and I mean everything. Immaculately clean & beautifully decorated. Highly recommend!!
5.0
Absolutely Wonderful
We throughly enjoyed our stay @ Casa De Flora. There is nothing that they didn't think of when preparing this home for guests, everything was perfect and I mean everything. Immaculately clean & beautifully decorated. Highly recommend!!
5.0
This was a great place to stay. The house was immaculate and well-appointed. We walked to old town, St. Augustine everyday and enjoyed every moment.
The Fountain of Youth is right across the street, only a 5 minute walk.
If you are looking for a great location, close to the action, this is the place. There is a bar across the street that has live music most nights.
5.0
Immaculate House / Great Location
This was a great place to stay. The house was immaculate and well-appointed. We walked to old town, St. Augustine everyday and enjoyed every moment.
The Fountain of Youth is right across the street, only a 5 minute walk.
If you are looking for a great location, close to the action, this is the place. There is a bar across the street that has live music most nights.
5.0
Beautiful, historic home!
The house was immaculate and very well appointed. Perfect location. We were able to walk everywhere. If you are sensitive to noise, this may not be the house for you; there is a bar across the street that is pretty loud. Otherwise, a perfect rental and great hosts.
5.0
We truly enjoyed staying in this adorable house in the middle of everything. Mary Ann thought of everything! I was amazed at the thought and care that went into this house. When we come back to visit St. Augustine again, we will be booking this property.
5.0
Wonderful home away from home.
We truly enjoyed staying in this adorable house in the middle of everything. Mary Ann thought of everything! I was amazed at the thought and care that went into this house. When we come back to visit St. Augustine again, we will be booking this property.
5.0
A friend and I stayed there for three nights in April 2022. We had a wonderful time, were very comfortable, and Mary Ann and Bill were wonderful hosts.
5.0
Great stay
A friend and I stayed there for three nights in April 2022. We had a wonderful time, were very comfortable, and Mary Ann and Bill were wonderful hosts.
5.0
Amazing property!
Just a stunning home located so close to everywhere you want to be. Looking forward to returning here soon
5.0
We spent a delightful week in an Englist Cottage. Every detail was well thought out with attention to the comfort of the guests. The house next to the historic district of St Augustine - across the street from the Shrine of Our Lady of LeLeche and minutes from multiple beaches. Mary Ann is an outstanding property owner. I highly recommend staying here.....
5.0
St Augustine English Cottage
We spent a delightful week in an Englist Cottage. Every detail was well thought out with attention to the comfort of the guests. The house next to the historic district of St Augustine - across the street from the Shrine of Our Lady of LeLeche and minutes from multiple beaches. Mary Ann is an outstanding property owner. I highly recommend staying here.....
5.0
It is a charming place only a short walk to Old Town. Although you are on a main street it is amazingly quiet. The host has done a wonderful job decorating the house and there a number of comfortable sitting areas both inside and out. If you want to explore Old Town in St. Augustine you could not find a better place.
5.0
Charming place. Short walk to Old Town
It is a charming place only a short walk to Old Town. Although you are on a main street it is amazingly quiet. The host has done a wonderful job decorating the house and there a number of comfortable sitting areas both inside and out. If you want to explore Old Town in St. Augustine you could not find a better place.
5.0
Hassle free check-in. On site parking. Very clean and nicely decorated. Conveniently located to downtown points of interest. Owner is organized, attentive and respectful of guest privacy.
5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Casa de Flora II, our first time in Saint Augustine. The house was immaculately clean and elegantly decorated. A one-of-a-kind gem, like staying in a museum. The hosts were very gracious and responsive to our inquiries. Their attention to detail made it a very special and memorable experience for us.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Saint Augustine?
The average price for a rental in Saint Augustine is $189 per night. This rental is $12 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Relaxed Elegance at Casa de Flora II in historic St Augustine, Florida 🚭. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Relaxed Elegance at Casa de Flora II in historic St Augustine, Florida 🚭 pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Relaxed Elegance at Casa de Flora II in historic St Augustine, Florida 🚭?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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