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In the heart of St Augustine, The Boyce House offers a historic retreat with plenty of space for families. With 6 bedrooms and a massive dining room table seating 12 guests, this home is perfect for family gatherings. Enjoy picture-perfect views of Maria Sanchez Lake from the large backyard or unwind indoors with Miss Pacman and board games.

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6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123322 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House

The Boyce House was built in 1899 making this historic home over 120 years old. It was one of the earlier homes built in the neighborhood, originally constructed for the Mayor of St Augustine, Elmer E. Boyce, from July 1899 to June 1907. He was also the Sherriff of St. John's County for more than two decades. This home features 6 bedrooms allowing a family of 12 to enjoy their stay. The bedrooms include two king beds, two queen beds, one bunk bed for children and one sitting room that includes a sleeper sofa with a queen sized mattress. A massive dining room table that will sit 12 guests and there are also tables and chairs for children included at the home. When you aren't sleeping, there is a large back yard that backs up to the Maria Sanchez Lake for a picture perfect view to enjoy a relaxing evening rocking in the rocking chairs or playing a round of cornhole with family. The house also include a Miss Pacman game for some indoor entertainment as well as a collection of board games for your indoor entertainment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,322 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Downtown Historic District, a neighbourhood in St. Augustine. St. George Street and St. Augustine Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Anastasia State Park and St. Augustine Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider World Golf Village and Bayfront Carpet Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our St. Augustine travel guide
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St. Augustine, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Street
    St. George Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lightner Museum
    Lightner Museum
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Augustine, Florida, USA Downtown Skyline Aerial
    Flagler College
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ponce de León Hall
    Ponce de León Hall
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
    Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Augustine, FL (UST-Northeast Florida Regional)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tradewinds Tropical Lounge
    12 min walk
  • Harry's Seafood Bar Grille
    13 min walk
  • Costa Brava
    12 min walk
  • Casa Reina
    12 min walk
  • The Kookaburra
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House located?

This family-friendly St. Augustine holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of St. George Street and Flagler College. Matanzas River and St. Augustine National Cemetery are also within 5 minutes.

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The Beautiful Waterfront Boyce House Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 8 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

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10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boyce House- 80th Birthday Celebration

We booked the Boyce House for our mom's 80th birthday celebration. I must say, WE all loved the house and the hostory of the house. It was a perfect representation of the history of St. Augustine- location, charm, appeal, perfect size, it had it all. It was ideal for our purposes, and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Very nice house that is an easy 1 mile walk to downtown St. Augustine. The large back porch with rocking chairs overlooking a small lake and quiet neighborhood was the perfect gathering spot for our family to hang out together. House was clean and well equipped, and check-in was easy. Our family would certainly stay here again whenever back in St. Augustine.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Lisa W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reoccurring flea issue last minute cancellation

4 Hours before check in owner cancelled while I can appreciate the transparency saying it was a pest issue. She offered 2 other properties that were far less than what we originally paid and accommodated less guests than what we had coming. 2 hours before check in I got a cancellation notice and was basically on our own to scramble to find a new place. Thankfully we found a place but ruined an entire day of my vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Marla T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warning Do not Book

Suppose to have rented from June 8-11 for out of town family for wedding. Went to property early after confirming with owner this was okay. Upon arrival found a gentleman spraying with what looked like something you get at Walmart for Fleas, Bedbugs, Ticks. Alerted the owner to tell her my family would not be staying in a flea infested house and did she have any suggestions to help with this terrible position I was in as my out of town guest had no place to stay. She offered the number of a cleaner person and suggested I contact him to see if any houses he cleans were available!!! Really!!! Gave me a full refund but thank goodness I found another property on my own!!! Inexcusable !! Would NEVER STAY at this property!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house amd location

We had another VRBO house cancel on us 4 hours before check in (they had an emergency at the house) and Devon was extremely helpful and accommodating. She went out of her way to get her house turned around quickly so we could get everyone in and ready for the rehearsal on time. The house is absolutely beautiful, it's in a perfect location ( walkable to historic downtown and across from a lake), and it was large enough to accommodate our group. It had everything you would need, it was celan and just as described. We would definitely rent the place again. Thanks for everything Devon. You were fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Wonderful home in historic town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for our first trip to St. Augustine

This house is wonderful. We loved it’s history and the location is great. The neighborhood is quiet and we were able to walk to all the shop/restaurants. My son enjoyed the games that were provided as well as the fenced in yard. The house is very well stocked. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Boyce House!!

This was our first time visiting St. Augustine and we loved it! We were very pleased with our stay at this lovely historical home! The home was clean and spacious. It was a nice walk to downtown, and we enjoyed taking in the scenery. The backyard was fenced in making it perfect for the kids to play in. Sitting on the back porch, relaxing in the rocking chairs watching the horse and carriages trot by was our favorite part! We definitely recommend this home and will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022