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Reviews of The Red Cottage ~ 5min stroll to Fort, St. George St., Shops, Restaurants, etc.

The Red Cottage ~ 5min stroll to Fort, St. George St., Shops, Restaurants, etc.
Saint Augustine, FL

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 383 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 383 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 383 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 383 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 383 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tera A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend getaway
Jeremy was accommodating to our needs of checking in after midnite. Warmly welcomed us at that hour and gave the grand cottage tour. Location was perfect to pop in and out of throughout the day while enjoying the town. Harry the cat patrolled the property throughout the night and enjoyed head scratches during the day. This was a perfect weekend for us. Thank you for making our weekend special.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
Cool clean and Cooperative the welcome mat is always out your generosity was more than appreciated but a bit excessive peace be with you. Jeremy

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Wonderful weekend getaway!
My partner and I were able to get away and enjoy a beautiful weekend in St. Augustine. The communication from the property team was great! We had suffered a storm the morning we were supposed to drive in and they allowed us to check in at a later time. We were so close to everything, we didn't have to drive all weekend! We walked to and from the city and were able to enjoy the city and all it's beautiful sites. I would definitely book again for another weekend getaway. (:
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tammy k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
We chose this location because we were attending my son's wedding. We were able to walk to downtown which saved on parking. The patio area was a big hit for relaxing in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Thank you so much Tammy!

6/10 Okay

Angie C.

Not accurate
Photos on vrbo were not accurate … a little TLC and it would be much nicer
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
So sorry, we didn’t meet your expectations. We try to be as transparent as possible, and pride ourselves on our customer service.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red cottage
Had a great weekend .. loved the place and Jeremy was awesome . Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024
And we loved you Jennifer! Thank you so much and please visit us again soon

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We’ve stayed here several times. Love seeing Barbara and Jeremy. Very hospitable. The house is more a studio which works well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024
You’re the best Peggy!! And hurry back ☺️

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Decent
It was okay, little run down compared to pictures but overall good for the price. The shower is super small, so if you have long hair, you won’t be able to wash shampoo out of it. The toilet is on an odd platform, so it’s awkward to use. The owners are super nice and friendly. It’s a decent place to stay as a stop gap.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Gaby C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
You get what you pay for…..
Good location but the place was not clean. We were a little skeeved out. Owner and property manager were pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2024
I apologize it wasn't up to your standards I wish you would have been more specific due to the fact that it is inconsistent with the overwhelming majority of our reviews.

8/10 Good

Rodney A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
The Red Cottage is an easy walk to St. George Street and all of the historical sights we were interested in seeing. The cottage itself is an eclectic array of furnishings. We are not 5 star accommodation seekers. So, the few quirks we encountered did not disturb us. Unfortunately my husband caught a cough due to cold, which curtailed our sight seeing. But, the good news is, Jeremy, the owner was kind enough to give him ibuprofen and cough drops to help him through. Remember folks, it's always an adventure when you rent a place sight unseen. Ejoy the ride!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chelsea J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This cute little room behind the house was perfect for what we needed. It was across the street from Florida Man Games (a venue that hosts many other festivals) and maybe 2-3 blocks from all the major st augustine historic district attractions. There is parking on site, which is huge for that area. The room itself is not the cleanest in the knooks and crannies but we're not picky about that sort of thing so the charm of it greatly outweighed the little things. Host was very involved and concerned for our comfort, thanks Jeremy! It's a tight squeeze and a good rental for 2, but we also made 4 work in the space with no issues. You really can't beat the location and the price! Excellent people watching capabilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thanks Chelsea!!

10/10 Excellent

Raquel, monroe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot beat this location! In the heart of st augustine
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice little cabin. Very convenient location.
A good value. Cabin was clean. It could use a little cleaning up outside. But would definitely book again.A great pet friendly place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and location
Loved this cottage. The host let us park and drop off stuff early to avoid paying the $20 parking fee near St. George street. VERY friendly and welcoming. The cottage is honestly described by host and we loved the rustic history of it. Not for anyone looking for luxury. The only negative is the bathroom is very small so if your tall or larger the shower will pose a challenge. A flexible shower head would help. There are some needed repairs but overall just what we needed and location is GREAT. price is right!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you Melissa!!

4/10 Poor

Joe G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hmmm
The smell of cigarettes was so bad we couldn't stay and had to cancel. I will say that the location is great and the owner was very friendly and offered us a full refund which we accepted. So that was good. But people should be aware of the smell issue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gene T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
enjoy the stay
great good
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana V., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Old St. Augustine Visit
The cottage is in walking distance to all of the attractions. We enjoyed our walks to sight see. The cottage is rustic as described on VBRO. We enjoyed its uniqueness. We were allowed to park on the property while we went sight seeing e4 hours before check-in and check in an hour early.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you so much Diana!!

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here with my 2 young daughters and we had a great time. They loved sleeping in the loft. Jeremy was very kind and helpful. He gave us wonderful suggestions on where to go and what to see. The area is rather noisy, but it stopped around 10 and we were there on the busiest week of the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Cabin
My boyfriend and I stayed here for Christmas Eve and woke up here Christmas Day. The cabin is so cute and so much character. We loved it! My favorite part was the little loft! I felt like I was in a tree house. We said this will probably be our go to place when we visit st Augustine now. Oh! And there was a cute little kitty outside on the patio furniture! 😁
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you Paris! Glad you enjoyed it. Come back anytime 👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic charm
Great location proximate to all of the wonderful st Augustine history. Pleasant and accommodating host. Very small lodgings but exactly as advertised and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you, Linda! We strive to be as accurate and transparent as possible, and surely never intend to be deceptive. 👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

cassandra t.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Do not rent
Property is not as described. Dirty, linens soiled, damage flooring, walls rotted and soft in areas. This was a shed turned into a rental. Left early only stayed 1 night as no option that late in evening to change places. Had a urine or cat smell to it. Came back from dinner to find 20+ vehicles parked right up against the house and around our vehicles. People walking behind and beside the house because they parked in yard. This is a shed to the main house which is on property and occupied. Would give no stars if option.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
It's quite unfortunate that our guests would leave an inaccurate review regarding the condition and character of our cottage. As a VRBO Premier Host I was extremely patient when the guest arrived with 5 ADULTS, two oversized dogs and multiple vehicles although the listing accurately describes the number of beds and prohibits large pets. In my humble opinion, the guest failed to properly read the listing description, review our pictures and appreciate the overwhelming 5 star reviews we’ve consistently received for over five years. Rather, she chose to be mean spirited and vindictive by leaving an totally false, negative review. The sad thing is, this is a business that my disabled mother relies on…

4/10 Poor

geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We booked three nights but left after second night. This property needs a complete renovation. Owner pleasant but needs to address the numerous issues, instead of making excuses to the accurate negative reviews.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely small cottage
It was a lovely cottage conveniently located!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you, Jessica!! 👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip
Nice stay overall. This property met all our needs for the weekend. Nice proximity to historic district. Host was very accommodating and it was really nice to be allowed to bring our dog with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you Sherry we greatly appreciate it! Please feel free to come back and bring your puppy as well👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

dennis w.

Liked: Cleanliness
1 night stay
Walking distance to downtown, Jeremy was very attentive, private
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you Dennis!!

8/10 Good

Eric B.

Great Location But Close to Road
The location was great as it was very close to downtown, but the road noise was pretty bad/. The toilet had a very strange setup. My wife is short and almost fell off. The dishes were dirty and the loft had a bed that was unmade.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cool spot, easy to walk to everything. Tiny house, but surprisingly spacious once you're inside. EaSy walk to everything, Jeremy refered to it as ground zero for parking, and its true! Cool rustic house and property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you so much Danielle! We appreciate your review 👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Short walk to every where. Host was very accommodating. Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2024
Thank you so much, Kevin! Hope to see you back soon 👍☺️

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
Rented the Little Red Cottage for a getaway Birthday weekend. The place was exactly as pictured. We enjoyed the hustle and bustle of the Nights of Lights and the passerby’s.Jeremy was great and attentive.We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Cool, Clean and Cooperative thanks for the kind words. The welcome mat is always out. Safe travels peace Jeremy

10/10 Excellent

V L., Kissimmee, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice rustic
Short walk to historic center. Rustic old time feel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Martin K., Tampa

Disliked: Cleanliness
Thumbs Down
While we agree with the description of the uniqueness of the property, we would never stay here again. 1st-The front patio looked like a catchall space, old tub behind an outdoor sofa, a rusted-out fire pit shoved in the corner, tree debris throughout the patio, makeshift umbrella stand, with no umbrella, no ashtrays outdoors- generally, uninviting entrance. 2nd, Coffee cups in the cupboard were put away unwashed. The two fry pans were greasy with food caked on and left in a greasy, unclean oven. 3rd- Mold in the shower and the toilet is elevated and very uncomfortable to use. We couldn't help but wonder if the sheets were cleaned. Did anyone really clean up beforehand? - Granted we were visiting during the Night of Lights and expected some street noise. However, we did now know that all the property around the cottage was used as a parking lot each night we were there. The noise and foot traffic around the house until 10:30 p.m. was unnerving. This cottage needs a lot of TLC, from cleaning the outside, painting the baseboards & bathroom door inside, cleaning the moldy shower (which we did not use), repairing broken & chipped tiles around the toilet, and removing the multiple-layered carpets to eliminate tripping. I highly recommend closing off the entrance to the "owners' parking lot" adjacent to the cottage entrance to stop foot traffic all around the cottage entrance and bedroom window. This was probably once a nice little retreat but has fallen into disarray.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Martin, Your comments and criticism are duly noted and I do not deny some of them but I'm curious of how you are so critical when there are valid and current photos and a very clear disclaimer that the Cottage is not for everyone. How were you not hesitant when booking. I suggest in the future you stay corporate and not take the road less traveled. Peace be with you. Jeremy

10/10 Excellent

jane o., Pennington, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Red cottage, St. Augustine
Location, location!! Quirky and comfortable! Host is most amiable and accommodating! And the fact that we had two large dogs was never an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thank you Jane for visiting our cozy cottage! We really appreciate kind words and you’re always welcome back ☺️

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Top three trip to the southeast! The cottage was great and the host was fantastic. Definitely recommend this place if you want to be close to old town St. Augustine. Loved the historic cottage. Easy walk, pet friendly, and quiet. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Hey William!! Sure appreciate your kind words and your great review. We really try our best to make sure everyone’s stay is perfect! Or as close to that as possible. Hope to see you again soon ☺️

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short walk to everything
All you need in one little renovated shed! This place was awesome, just park your car and walk. Historic downtown Saint Augustine is literally right out the doorway. My girlfriend and I will be going back there over and over again, so you better book it before we do!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2023
Hey Justin!! Loved having you both, plus your pooch. Next time free night on us 💕

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin
Great location, very clean, will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2023
Thanks Jennifer! Come back anytime ☺️

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brother’s Birthday
I invited my 56 year old brother to Saint Augustine for his birthday. It was raining, but we still had a great time at the little cottage. There was a large umbrella sitting outside so we could stay out of the rain. chairs got a little wet, but I had a couple of my own that we Used. My brother slept up in the loft and really said he enjoyed it. Our host Jeremy made sure we had everything that we needed. Cable box had to be repaired so no TV that night but repair man did arrived the next morning. We both said that we would come back and enjoy it again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2023
Thanks so much Linda! Hope to see you back soon 😁

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Douglas H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great people, excellent location
The cottage is very quaint and in a great location. It's on a busy road so be prepared for some traffic noise but nothing much more then a hotel room. Our biggest hang up was the cleanliness of the property and the loft. The decorating worked well for the age of the building which we found to be super cool. With a few things fixed and cleaned up inside and and out and maybe a small dresser and this place is a gleaming 5 star review all day long.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2023
Well, Douglas, I have to respond to some of your comments as the information that you submitted deserves some explanation.. First and foremost, if you were to look at a VRBO map upon booking your reservation, you would see exactly where our cottage is located, and that Castillo is not a residential street. And funny enough most people enjoy sitting out front and enjoying the passerby‘s.. Also, it is Saint Augustine and the town pretty much dies close to 10 PM so there really isn’t that much traffic. But that’s not something that we can control so I don’t think that should be held against us. As for the loft, it clearly is states in our listing ‘made up upon request’. You didn’t request that, and I believe never needed it, so I’m not sure what your concern was. I guess you were just curious, but to make that a negative didn’t make much sense as it had nothing to do with your reservation. Lastly, my 82-year-old mother is in a wheelchair, so unfortunately, her mobility is limited. There is some clutter around her house, which is separate from the cottage. So for that I apologize for. We went out of our way to offer you the additional night that you requested at a reduced cost, even going so far as to suggest another night for the reduced cost. I truly feel that this three star rating was quite harsh, especially since we thought you had truly enjoyed yourself. We pride ourselves on our customer service as we have been a premier member with VRBO for over five years now. This is a business that supports my disabled mother and reviewe such as this are hurtful.

10/10 Excellent

Minnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint getaway
The house is a 'tiny house'. It has everything you need. It was clean and comfortable. Best of all we could walk everywhere we went. The shower was a little small and there were ants every now and then; but it was over all a good experience. Jeremy was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annamaria V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage with Prime Location
Our stay was extremely pleasant as we were greeted by Mr. Jeremy and given a tour of the property and the cottage! What a charming place equipped with all the essentials needed to make your stay comfortable. The cottage is located at a prime location and made for walking to be the easiest way to get to downtown and all the locations you want to hit without having to worry about driving, finding parking and paying the extra fees to park. Overall, we loved our stay and found the cottage to be perfect for us (and our dog) while being located at the best spot! The host was amazing and added to the charm of the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Annamarie! Please come back soon 😊

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent little place!
Property was as shown and as described in the listing! Super unique, wonderful and comfortable! The location made it easy to get around and the hosts were very sweet and accommodating! We had to cut our trip short because our Chihuahua got sick but would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Property was in the best location just a short walk to St. George St. Hosts were super hospitable and welcoming. Great place to stay in St. Augustine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Catherine! Please come back soon 😊

10/10 Excellent

Alexa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Great little cottage that is within walking distance to just about everything. There were several negative reviews of this place and I honestly don’t understand why, the owner hides nothing with the pictures, what you see is what you get. The cottage is approximately the size of a decent hotel room. This place was exactly what we expected. It faces the park behind the parking garage that is right across the road from Ripley’s so it is well traveled, however the outside noise from traffic is no worse than if you were staying at a hotel by the interstate. The cottage seemed to have been well sealed as we noticed no leaks as it rained almost there entire time we were there, nor did it ever get too hot. The host is absolutely wonderful, happy to assist with any questions or concerns you may have. Since this is a cottage it’s perfect for a couple or a family with no more than 2 small children as there are 2 beds with one being placed in the loft (our son thoroughly enjoyed the loft). Bottom line if you want to leave your car in one spot for the entirety of your stay and save a little on gas and paying for a city parking spot, don’t mind staying in a rustic style cottage for the price of (if not cheaper than) a hotel room as close to the historic downtown as this place was then you will absolutely enjoy your stay, I know my family and I sure did and we will gladly without hesitation stay here again should it be available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Your solidarity is appreciated, I often Ponder what more can I do? You can see daylight in places but it stays cool and quiet. The material in its current form as The Cottage, now over a 100 but the material, salvaged after a fire, is probably 200 and dense. Upon departure many of my guests comment how it feels like leaving an extension of home. It does become familiar quickly I've heard. I understand how important and expensive vacations are and I take that seriously. Thank you. Peace be with you. Jeremy

10/10 Excellent

Lorie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible location!
What a hidden gem! Perfect for our 2 night stay. Easy off street parking and short walk to the trolley stop, old town and so much more. The home was well equipped with everything. The loft was really a great bonus. Really loved all the quirkiness and the host was really nice and accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Lorie! Please come back soon 😊

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute
It was very comfortable but small
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red Cottage Stay
The property is an older cottage and has a very homey feel. It was located is a central area of old town with easy access to the Tourist Attractions. We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2023
Thank you for the kind words the welcome mat is always out. Peace be with you Jeremy

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Very Clean, Great Hosts
This is a converted shed or workshop. The back is still that but the front has been made into a cute little getaway with everything you need. Very artistic decorations and nice touches inside. Very clean. Outside patio, although close to the sidewalk, is lovely to hang out in as there’s not much pedestrian traffic. Free parking next to the cottage and you can walk into St. Augustine so less hassle. The hosts are super accommodating and respond promptly. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
Very quaint and private short walk to George St owner was very nice we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Angela! Please come back soon 😊

10/10 Excellent

Karina P., Melbourne, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location..
Our stay was wonderful the host is very friendly and welcoming. The cottage is a cute little studio with all the amenities you need and clean. The location is perfect 5-7 min walk to the fort and less then 15 min from the nightlife. We are looking forward to returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words! We appreciate it 😁

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute bungalow
Very cute little place. Perfect for our stay. Host was very gracious. The location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Thank you so much Laura!!