The Hummingbird-Near Historic Downtown-Smart TVs
St. Augustine, FL, United States
Welcome to “The Hummingbird,” our charming, 2 bedroom, 1 bath house with Smart TVs in both bedrooms! With its prime location less than 2 miles (about a 5 min drive) from historic downtown, across from the Evergreen historic cemetery, and minutes from the marina, beaches, and major attractions, our property offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. A cozy home away from home for your St. Augustine adventure or short stay on your FL coast road trip! We look forward to hosting you.
Good to know
Our peaceful street, with the large historic cemetery park-setting across the way, new homes to the left and a sweet church to the right, is a peaceful oasis set in the diverse urban neighborhood that is West St. Augustine. Step inside using our keyless entry smart lock and be greeted by our boho Floridian decor that adorns every corner of the house. This house features new everything, including the furniture, beds/mattresses, TVs, appliances, linens, pillows, towels and homeware. The living room boast a 65-inch smart TV that provides the perfect setting for movie nights or relaxation after a day of exploring. Stay connected with free WiFi throughout the house and enjoy the convenience of a smart thermostat for easy temperature control. The fully stocked kitchen is at your disposal with all the essentials and more, including a dual drip + Keurig-style coffee machine for your morning caffeine fix and a kettle for those who need their afternoon cuppa. The dining area is perfect for enjoying meals with family and friends or playing cards games at the table. Whether you are cooking, baking, or grilling, clean-up is a cinch with our new dishwasher. Both bedrooms are designed with your comfort in mind. The master bedroom features a king bed with a high-end pillow-top mattress, a noise machine, and blackout roller shade for a good night's sleep. The second bedroom also features a luxury pillow-top queen mattress & blackout roller shades to help you sleep in for as long as you want. Our sleeper sofa is queen-sized too, providing more room to snuggle up in vs the average full. All mattresses are fitted with protective coverings for optimized cleanliness. Both bedrooms also feature smart TVs, tabletop fans (for those requiring some extra white noise to lullaby them to sleep) and plenty of hangers in the closet. For the ultimate bedtime streaming binge fest, we have included an articulating (tilt, swivel and extend) tv wall mount in the master. Ceiling fans are in every room throughout the house to keep the space cool and comfortable. Step outside to the patio with seating and a charcoal BBQ, perfect for grilling and enjoying the Florida sunshine. At night enjoy the magical ambiance of our professionally installed lightbulb-string lighting that zigzags across the back and side of the property, providing a warm, glowing backdrop to your end-of-day nightcap. One of the unique features of our property is its location across from the Evergreen historic cemetery. Walkable paths, the winding creek dotted with turtles, and a sweet pond + fountain make for a serene and nature-rich setting. The azaleas blooming in Spring are a breathtaking sight, and the large oaks dripping with Spanish moss can be adored from our large windows. During the day, you can enjoy watching beautiful birds, and at night, the rhythmically-tuned frogs provide a soothing ambiance. In fact the lovely birds that frequent the grounds, and our very own backyard, were the inspiration for our property, the “St. Augie Aviary,” and this home, “The Hummingbird”. See more info on Evergreen Cemetery below. We are also proud to be dog-friendly (pet fee applies) and family-friendly, ensuring that everyone in your group can feel at home. And with highly-rated restaurants, Castillo de San Marcos, The Fountain of Youth, Flagler College, and all major attractions just minutes away, you'll never run out of things to do and explore. “The Flamingo” (the adjacent studio unit separated from “The Hummingbird” by a laundry room) can also be rented for larger groups or extended families up to 10. See our combined listing for “The St. Augie Aviary” or contact us for more information. *** "The Hummingbird" and "The Flamingo" are separated by a laundry room/storage space, but have no shared walls. The laundry room is a shared facility of both units. For reference of the setup, there is a photo in the listing that was taken from inside the entry room which shows the main entry door and the two doors of each separate unit. ***
Other Details to Note
Historic Evergreen Cemetery A twenty-seven acre historical cemetery with a winding creek full of turtles, a pond and a fountain, which attracts a host of beautiful birds. The azaleas blooming in Spring are breathtaking. Large oaks dripping with Spanish moss give this peaceful spot Southern charm. Established in 1886 outside the city limits when St. Augustine closed its small urban graveyards due to overcrowding. Evergreen became the region's largest Protestant cemetery of the late 1800s and early 1900s. The design was strongly influenced by America's Rural Cemetery Movement stressing that burying and commemorating the dead was best done in a tranquil, natural landscape set apart from urban life. These principals are reflected in Evergreen's garden setting and its winding roads and pathways. Many styles of funerary embellishments popular during the period are evidenced in large monuments, elegant statuary, ornamental plantings and formal landscaping. Grave marker iconography includes reclining lambs, praying angels, broken columns, Celtic crosses, flower motifs, Woodmen of the World "trees" and monuments featuring classical revival designs and shapes. Evergreen is the final resting place of Randolph Caldecott (1846-1886), considered the originator of children's picture books and after whom the national Caldecott Medal for distinguished children's picture book is named; and Heath Canfield (1849-1913), winner of the Congressional Medal. Castillo de San Marcos This national monument is often considered the crown jewel in the oldest city in America. Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United States and interprets more than 450 years of cultural intersections. Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park Though some travelers found the attraction to be lackluster and not worth the entrance fee, most said it's an important archeological site worth checking out. Must-do components of the park include drinking from the Fountain of Youth and watching a cannon firing demonstration. Colonial Quarter Located on St. George Street in downtown St. Augustine's historic district, the Colonial Quarter offers visitors a glimpse into the lives of 16th-, 17th- and 18th-century residents. The living museum is divided into four areas: the 16th Century Spanish First City, the 17th Century Spanish Fortified Town, the 18th Century Spanish Garrison Town and the 18th Century British The 14th Colony. Vilano Beach (Local's Fave) A quiet coastal community, Vilano Beach is known for its sandy Atlantic shoreline and a fishing pier stretching into the Tolomato River. Casual beach grills, pizza places, and a marina surround the pier, which is marked by the Bluebird of Happiness, a restored vintage statue. The Vilano Beach Nature Boardwalk, running through wetlands near the Francis and Mary Usina Bridge, features mosaic art of local wildlife. St. Augustine Beach (Tourist's Fave) Situated 5 miles southeast of St. Augustine's historic district, St. Augustine Beach features roughly 2 miles of white-sand beach and clear water. The beach is popular with families, thanks to its kid-friendly splash pad. If fishing or a relaxing stroll is what you're after, visit the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier, which sits at the north end of the beach. St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park Animal lovers of all ages will enjoy a visit to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. While here, visitors can explore the exhibits on their own and enjoy interactive wildlife shows and animal feedings, which are offered throughout the day. For an extra thrilling experience, be sure to pay a visit to Crocodile Crossing, a 7-acre, 35-foot-tall zip line course that soars over alligators and crocodiles. Villa Zorayda Museum A millionaire hardware merchant from Boston modeled his winter home in St. Augustine on the Alhambra, a 35-acre palace in Spain built over 1,000 years ago. Built in 1883 from a mixture of coquina and concrete, the Moorish-style house is an ornate tribute to what money can buy, with a three-story tower and a two-story interior atrium ringed by horseshoe arches. The house is now a museum that houses eccentric antiques, including the Sacred Cat Rug, which is reportedly 2,400 years old and woven from Egyptian cat hair. ACCORD Freedom Trail One of St. Augustine’s most historically significant neighborhoods is known for its role in the Civil Rights movement. Lincolnville, founded by freedmen after the Civil War, was a nexus for activism in the 1960s, when Black residents risked their lives to desegregate local businesses, staged sit-ins and protests, and played a vital role in the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visited St. Augustine several times, and was arrested here when participating in a protest at a segregated restaurant. Visit the ACCORD Freedom Trail website to find a self-guided tour and detailed descriptions of 31 historical sites marked with interpretive plaques.
What this place offers
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Clothing storage
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Room-darkening shades
What this place offers
Common
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dedicated workspace
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Conditioner
- Shampoo
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Clothing storage
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Room-darkening shades
Family
- Board games
- Crib
- Pack ’n Play/travel crib
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Home safety
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- First aid kit
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Laundromat nearby
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- BBQ grill
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Free street parking
- Single level home No stairs in home
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Guest Access
Guests have access to the whole home.
Location
St. Augustine, FL, United States
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