We recently had a fantastic family beach vacation in Florida, and even though we faced daily rain, our trip was a memorable one. The property exceeded our expectations in many ways. The check-in and check-out processes were seamless, which set the tone for a stress-free stay. Its location was perfect—just a short walk to the beach, and close to downtown St. Augustine with its charming shops and historic sites. We also appreciated the proximity to grocery stores, making it easy to pick up essentials and snacks. One of the highlights of the property was the open dining and living room area. It quickly became the heart of our vacation, where we enjoyed countless board game sessions and family meals. The space was comfortable and inviting, making rainy days feel like cozy opportunities for indoor fun. The kitchen was another standout feature. It was well-stocked with plenty of pots, pans, and basic seasonings, which made cooking our own meals both easy and enjoyable. This thoughtful setup allowed us to prepare delicious family dinners and fully enjoy the time we spent together. Overall, our vacation was a great success. Despite the rain, the combination of a well-equipped property, convenient location, and quality family time made for an unforgettable trip. We highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway, no matter the weather!

A college reunion with 4 of my sorority sisters brought us to Villa Elena. Check in was a breeze. David and Patti communicated with me every step of the way. It’s so nice to have owners available to answer questions or give suggestions when needed. The house is exactly as described. Very clean and beautifully decorated. A short walk to a beautiful beach or a lovely pool to swim in or lounge around. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of room for meals and watching TV. They supplied lots of towels as well as beach towels that were very nice to have. We Ubered into the city to enjoy the sights. I highly recommend staying here if you are looking for a place close to the beach in a friendly neighborhood.

This was the most memorable vacation of our lifetime! My siblings and I range in age from 57 to 74. The seven of us reunited under the same roof together for a week stay in this beautiful home. It is conveniently located to a private beach, all shopping needs, wonderful restaurants and all the amenities you would need. We enjoyed the wonderful pool and spa and created priceless memories together. The host was always available to us. Would definitely recommend this home for your vacation.

Enjoyed the house and its proximity to the beach. Great place to stay with a pool that is comfortable for families.

This property was wonderful! David was informative and very responsive. The home was only 10 - 15 minutes from downtown and there was so much to do in St Augustine. The neighborhood was quiet and in a nice area that was a short walk to the beach. The rooms and beds were comfortable, and the house was clean and the owners made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The pool was our favorite place to be. It is larger than most pools at vacation rentals and it was also well kept. We enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to book this property in the future. Thank you David and Patti for sharing your wonderful home with us! We highly recommend this property!

Place was great! Close to the beach. Large pool. Owners are awesome to deal with. Quick response. Will definitely stay again!

We had a great stay at this home. Ticked all the boxes, space, pool, beach, and location. Communication was great with owners and property managers. Wish there was downstairs bath/shower. Slight inconvenience, especially for elderly guests. Recommend the stay otherwise

We had a great time staying at this location. It's only 2 blocks from the beach and the house is so nice! We did have an issue with the air-conditioning on the second floor when we first arrived, which was late afternoon. After adjusting the thermostat and waiting, the temp did not go down, but slightly up. So, I got in touch with the owner and they sent a technician the very next morning. When we got back from the beach, the second floor was cool and everything was taken care of. I had a few questions here and there, and the owner responded right away with answers. The entire family loved the pool outside the back door. We enjoyed it every day we were there (and the sauna). If we return to Butler Beach, I would definitely want to stay here again and recommend it to everyone. Great owners, great location, great house!