Title: Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=68772960&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views Beachfront condo for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views ![TV - Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views (St. Augustine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68780000/68773000/68772960/08a70f8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views (St. Augustine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68780000/68773000/68772960/ee2bca8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views (St. Augustine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68780000/68773000/68772960/88856961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views (St. Augustine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68780000/68773000/68772960/094ec696.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views (St. Augustine)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68780000/68773000/68772960/6c09eefb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views The Sand Dollar II Building is undergoing a property-wide restoration project from mid-August 2025 till projected completion in March 2026\. During this time, we are offering discounted rates on reservations. Please be advised that there will be construction activity, with impacts varying by unit/timeframe. For more information and to book your stay, please contact the host directly.. Sand Dollar 2-108 is an updated first floor oceanfront unit with beautiful views of the ocean. The convenient oceanfront patio is right next to the beach boardwalk and the pool! This unit features: 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo (sleeps 6 guests) Corner unit with extra windows brings in more light Living Room and Master bedroom with ocean views Oceanfront patio Renovated open concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops Tile and carpet floors throughout unit Master bedroom with a King bed, walk-in closet, and large Master bathroom with tub Guest room with Queen bed Guest room with 2 Twin beds Guest bathroom with walk-in shower Washer/dryer in unit Linens included WiFi in unit (Renters are not allowed to bring pets) Sand Dollar guests enjoy property amenities including: Covered parking available in the parking garage (2 vehicles allowed per unit; 1 in garage, other on parking deck) Elevator in building Oceanfront pool Tennis court Private beach boardwalk (Please no boats, trailers, personal grills, or smoking) The onsite rental office is located at Sand Dollar I (Bldg 1, farthest north of the 4 buildings at Sand Dollar). Come see us! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68820000/68815100/68815016/26b54133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Remodeled Ocean Front Unit w/ HUGE Kitchen, Easy Access to the Pool & Beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 1022213 Apartment ## About the area Located on the beach, this condo is in Crescent Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Augustine Beach and Anastasia State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Flagler College Tennis Center or Francis Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our St. Augustine travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Augustine.dx6047864) [View more Condo rentals in St. Augustine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Augustine-Condos.d6047864-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.737692,-81.24002&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:u_ptDbeznN%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBO%40SBQBOBQBQBOBQDQBODODQDODQDOFODOFOFOFOFMFQFMFMHOFMHMHOFMJMHKHMHMJKHMJKHKJKJMJKJIJKJILKJIJKLGLIJILILELILILELGLGLGLENELGNELCLENCNELCNCLENANCLANCNANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FNAN%40N%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBN%40NBL%40NDNBLBNDLBNDLBNDLFLDNDLFLFLFLDLHLHLDJHLHLHJFLJJHJJLHJJJHJJJLHJJJJJHLJJHLHLHJHLHLHNHLFLHNFLFLFPFLFNFNDNFNDNFNDPDNBPDNDNBPDPBNBPBPBNBP%40RBN%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAP%3FPAPAPAPAPAPCNARCPCNCPCPCNEPCPENENCPENEPGNENGNENGNGNGLGPGLGLINGLILINILILILIJILKJILKJKJILKJKJKHKJMJKHKHMJKFMHMHKHMDMHMHMDMFMFMFODMDMFODMBODMBODMBOBODM%40OBO%40OBM%3FOBO%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAOCMAOCOAMEOCMCOEOCMEMCOEMGOEMEMGMGMGMEMIMIMEMIKIMIMGKKKIMIKKKKKIKKKKKMIKKKIMKKIMIKIMKMGMIOIMGMIOGMGMGQGMGOGOGOEOGOEOEQEOEQEOCOEQCQCOCQCQCOCQASCOAQAQAQAQAQAQ%3FQ%3FQAQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rzdN-7jCidl0qgWXezmPJiXRGXg=) St. Augustine, FL ### What's nearby - ![Fire the cannon!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069633/cb2f099e-7322-4afc-adbc-3f9141928693.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matanzas River 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Fort Matanzas National Monument was built in 1742 to defend Spanish St. Augustine from the British, nearly 300 years ago. Fort Matanzas has a very long & interesting history, closely connected with the founding of St. Augustine by Pedro Menendez de Aviles. In 1565, Menendez murdered over 250 French Protestants including the famed Jean Ribault, on the land where the Fort is today. Due to the history of the site, the Spanish named both the fort and the inlet "Matanzas," which means "slaughters" in English. That name carries on to this day. #InStone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069633/1391238c-818e-4af1-9772-3f2d2d52683b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Matanzas National Monument 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![St. Augustine Beach showing landscape views, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063024/39cd840b-b39a-41a7-bc56-6ce5a543f60b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. Augustine Beach 9 min drive \- 7.6 miles - ![Florida featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339216/8f20ef64-bbbc-4b6b-890b-9991dde6bbb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. George Street 19 min drive \- 14.5 miles - Crescent Beach 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 9 min drive - Smokin D's BBQ 9 min drive - World Famous Oasis Restaurant 9 min drive - Circle K 8 min drive - Sandbar Pub 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views have a pool? ### Is Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views? ### What time is check-in at Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views? ### What time is check-out at Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views? ### Where is Sand Dollar 2-108-Three Bedroom, Direct Oceanfront Condo with Beach Views located? ## Have a question? 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