Historic Cottage, Movie Loft & Fountain Yard

Description

This 1880s cottage in St. Augustine's Uptown district showcases Alice in Wonderland decor throughout, a private movie loft with electric reclining seats and projector, and a fountain courtyard with gas BBQ. Walk to Castillo de San Marcos (3 blocks), Ripley's (2 blocks), and Lightner Museum (0.5 mile). The spiral staircase and fully fenced backyard work for couples or families exploring historic St. Augustine on foot.

About the Home

Welcome to the Blue Bell Cottage, located in the quaint and prestigious St. Augustine Historic District of "Uptown"! This historic home was built in the 1880s and has been lovingly restored with all of the modern conveniences. You’ll fall absolutely in love with the interesting décor, super comfortable furnishings, unique installations, stylish appliances, and perfectly convenient location. To enhance your exploration, you can rent bikes from Drifters Rentals and have them conveniently delivered to your doorstep. The features of the main spaces of the cottage/property: - A bright and spacious sitting area with a plush sofa providing a relaxing space to hang out. - A fully-equipped kitchen that’s outfitted with everything you’d need to cook up homemade dishes, a dishwasher for quick clean-ups, and a high-top table with 2 stools. - A stylish dining table with 4 chairs where you can enjoy a sit-down meal or work on your laptop comfortably if needed. There are 2 additional chairs outside if you need to accommodate extra seating. - A whimsical spiral staircase that leads you to the upper level, where you’ll encounter the loft that has been decked out with a movie projector and cozy electric reclining sofas! - 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms to accommodate 4 guests as such: Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 King bed - A stacked washer and dryer for your convenience. - A lovely patio in the rear of the cottage with a gas BBQ grill, relaxing fountain, and outdoor seating.

Good to know

Mid-stay maintenance checks will be done every two weeks for stays longer than 28 days. Please note that this is mandatory. Guests must climb stairs to access the upper level of the home. Baby equipment is available for a fee. Non-restricted street parking available directly in front of cottage. First come first served but very rarely will there not be an available spot there. On the off chance someone is parked there, you can still park anywhere else on the street. We provide some home/bath essentials like basic soap, shampoo, conditioner, and toilet paper. Some cleaning supplies, such as dish soap, dishwasher pods, laundry detergent, paper towels, and trash bags, are provided. Keep in mind these items are not replenished. There is a welcome sheet inside with further instructions, including WiFi details. Guests may need to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation and/or upon arrival. A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met. Guests staying 30 nights or longer will receive a complimentary mid-stay maintenance check to help ensure everything is in good working order. This service is provided at no additional cost. We will coordinate the specific timing of this visit with you to ensure minimal disruption and accommodate your schedule. Please note that access to the property for this maintenance check requires prior authorization. HOUSE RULES - Travelers must be at least 25 years of age or older to book. - No smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed inside the home or near open windows, and the use of any recreational drugs at the property is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty. - No parties/events are allowed, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise will not be tolerated. No loud music after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors. - No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. Visitors are ok as long as they don’t stay overnight. - Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or extra-cleaning charges if needed after their stay. - Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of check-in or anytime during their stay. - Pets are not allowed. - Kindly check all drawers, cabinets, closets, and under the beds. Please make sure you do not leave anything behind. We do not ship belongings to guests after check-out. No exceptions. - Please avoid moving furniture.

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