Despite the Weather
Our two-week stay was interrupted by Hurricane Milton; however, upon returning after evacuating, we found the management of the complex working hard to clean up the mess. We finished out our stay, enjoying the beach, local restaurants, and Pickleball at the St. Augustine YMCA. Love St. Augustine and love the convenience of Ocean Villas and the view from Unit 35!
- Debi D. from Greenwood, Posted: 11/4/2024
Great Stay
We loved our stay at this condo! Great location - wonderful views of the ocean from the balconies. The unit is well-equipped with kitchen needs and extra blankets/sheets. It was also very clean.
- Kristin T. from High Springs, Posted: 6/30/2024
vacation
Wonderful relaxing quiet time on the ocean for the 22nd year. our unit was nicely decorated overlooking a beautiful pool. Would recommend to anyone. Many, many nice restaurants close by which we enjoy every day
- Ronn C. from Lakewood, Posted: 4/29/2024
Great condo
Amazing condo and great people running it.
- Peter D. from Kingston, Posted: 3/2/2024
My Happy Place
FABULOUS
- Judy W. from Jefferson, Posted: 5/17/2023
Vacation April 1 through 8
The vacation was great
The construction was annoying
- John G. from Falmouth, Posted: 4/27/2023
Great condo
the place was great and the people running it were great
- Peter D. from Kingston, Posted: 3/3/2023
Great view
fantastic view and dealing with Resort Rentals is the best.
- Peter D. from Kingston, Posted: 2/3/2023
Wonderful views!
This unit has everything you need for a comfortable vacation. The views are the best!
- Anonymous from Newnan, Posted: 10/30/2022
Afterian
Broken unusable door shelf in refrigerator , downstairs bathroom sink stopper did not function , patio light did not work . Sidewalks and pool area and gazebo were well maintained and very clean ! For just coming off a hurricane grounds were in great shape . Would suggest a light at grill area and a build up of soil around low lowing grill area ! Overall very nice facility and location ! Appreciated Paul’s very helpful attitude and efficiency on making a last minute reservation !
- Mike C. from Acworth, Posted: 10/10/2022
Ocean Villas 035
We really enjoyed our stay. We felt comfortable and right st home in the unit. The view was great. We had a lot of rain so frogs were really singing to us.
- Anonymous from Tavares, Posted: 9/24/2022
Great location
Very clean and updated condo. Great ocean view and loved the pool. Already planning next years vacation.
- Anonymous from Thornville, Posted: 6/19/2022
Our stay in unit 35
Nice stay overall, great view of the ocean and grounds. Bedrooms were very good, bathrooms were clean. Chairs in living room were quite minimal and not comfortable. Dining area chairs were uncomfortable. Plastic dishes and rusted knives and can openers were disappointing. Sliding doors or patios are in very poor condition. Nonetheless we enjoyed our stay.
- Robert D. from Cicero, Posted: 3/7/2022
A few suggestions
The townhouse was very clean and we had a great view of the ocean. The only suggestions I have are: we wish the pool had been heated , the lighting outside needs to be brighter as the stairs are hard to see and the sliding glass doors need to be fixed as we had a hard time opening them.( I did mention this to Paul).
- Mary B. from Spring Hill, Posted: 12/13/2021
Peaceful beach stay!
Had a lovely, quiet time on the beach near St. Augustine. The villa was comfortable and had basics, plenty for my needs.
- Anonymous from Wesley Chapel, Posted: 11/14/2021
2021 vacation shorter
The weather was great
Only had a few days, so we went somewhere we knew. Only issue was the screen doors did not work correctly and need repaired.
- Walt H. from Roanoke, Posted: 11/4/2021
Oldest city
Very nice, no problems...especially enjoyed the check in checkout process! Unit clean and updated!
- Dan C. from Elk, Posted: 9/25/2021
Great views
Nicely decorated, clean, lots of room in the upstairs bedrooms. Living room could use a few comfortable chairs, but overall was good.
- Cindy M. from Mcdonough, Posted: 6/27/2021
PERFECT
This place could not be any better as far as the view! And if you can walk a mile, mile and a half, you can get to some great places to eat. Also, check out the outside bar at the resort next store.
- Jane D. from Centralia, Posted: 6/14/2021
resort rentals review
Very nice accommodations/clean unit and would highly recommend Ocean Villa Resorts to others; also quiet area close to nice restaurants as well.
- Anonymous from Fort Oglethorpe, Posted: 4/21/2021
Perfect location. Great views. Easy walk to fun restaurants.
We stayed two weeks and this condo was just perfect for what we wanted to do. Great beach access, very nice views from the two patios, and a short walk to some fun places to eat. We were very happy with our choice and highly recommend.
- Thomas M. from Saint Louis, Posted: 3/1/2021
Not too pleased
As they say it's not a resort but hoa, so the owners can do a construction any time they want to, the noise can ruin your vacation.
- Plamen M. from Greensboro, Posted: 11/17/2020
Beautiful view, clean property, and courteous management!
We stayed here for our anniversary trip after covid cancelled our cruise. We needed a last minute booking and this was wonderful! Balcony views were gorgeous and the resort was well kept. Pools were clean, as was the rest of the public areas.
Room was very clean!! Remodeled bathrooms were really nice—although a removable shower head would be great—and there was plenty of bedding, towels, and pillows. The master bed was not very comfortable though.
Kitchen needs some updating but was well supplied with dishes, pans, and utensils. Appliances are old and don’t look or work the best but they still functioned. The full size washer and dryer were fantastic!
My communication with the property management company was good and they were attentive to a couple of minor issues when we arrived. They wanted to immediately repair but issues weren’t going to interfere with our trip so we told them not to worry about coming while we were there. My only complaint is they don’t have an option to book/pay online and although I provided written notice I wanted another room, they booked it for someone else because I could not reach them by phone due to me working the same as their office hours. I understand first come but I don’t think it was proper given I clearly stated I wanted the room, asked how to pay, but was not told office hours or given inadequate time (less than 18 hours) to pay. This room was nice but the other room was upgraded and the same price. I just feel booking was not handled well. Apparently, the owner of this unit changed their arrival date to accommodate us so we did appreciate their willingness to help.
Hall closet had some chairs, beach toys, and other water gear. Unit has lots of beds, plenty of seating, and was quiet—no noise from neighbors. Overall, it was a nice stay and we will definitely consider returning!
- Gina H. from Rineyville, Posted: 11/11/2020
Corona Vacation at 35 Ocean Villa
Choosing, paying, and checking in to the rental was all easy. We also felt safe and clean in the rental while corona raged the state. The place was very nice and met all our expectations and needs. I wish the coffee pot was full size and the rug in the living room is really rough and uncomfortable on bare feet. Very nice washer and dryer and lovely view. Great distance to the beach! All in all-Wonderful vacation spot!
- Erin W. from Newnan, Posted: 7/1/2020
15th year summer vacation at Ocean Villas.
A perfect relaxing vacation retreat.
- Simon N. from South Port, Posted: 8/16/2019
Beautiful View !!!!!
We always stay with the very best ! Paul is awesome and we really appreciate all the staff at Resort Rentals!! They make your vacation very enjoyable! No surprises!! No extra strings!! Great to do business with!!
- Tammie M. from Ringgold, Posted: 6/10/2019
Refreshing
This unit in this community was wonderful! Great view of the ocean, nicely furnished. The bed was very comfortable.We enjoyed the pool also.
Only complaint is needed a better shower head in the upstairs bathroom.
We will plan to use this unit again!!
- Cynthia F. from Gray, Posted: 5/20/2019
6 Days in Paradise!
My family has been vacationing in St Augustine for over 15 years. Feels like coming home... Paul and the staff at Resort Rentals of St. Aug also treat us as family. The new pool is great, the views are amazing and the ocean breeze is perfect!
- Anonymous from Dayton, Posted: 4/30/2019
Great location
We had a great time, unit could use some updates.
- Mark B. from Yarmouth, Posted: 4/18/2019
Beautiful view Condo could use some maintenance.
Overall our stay was great. The view and beach are spectacular. This condo needs some upkeep,appliances are old and noisy. The microwave may be dangerous peeling paint probably just worn out. Kitchen needs new and more cookware,pots are warped had to use and decent glassware would be appreciated.
- Mark B. from Yarmouth, Posted: 3/17/2019
Great development-not so great unit
We needed a pet friendly unit for our 2 dogs which is why we chose Unit 35. We were surprised when we discovered carpet on the main floor which was badly stained. I would have preferrred tile floors that you could feel more confident had been disinfected. Kitchen was poorly equipped. Tiny ants on the counter when we arrived and garbage disposal was broken. The unit needs to be updated overall.
- Kelly I. from Cherry Log, Posted: 10/26/2018
Ocean Villas 850 A1A Beach Blvd
Another successful vacation at Ocean Villas. Thank you to Paul and his staff for making our stay such a comfortable and easy experience.
- Simon N. from South Port, Posted: 8/26/2018
OV 35
We love St Augustine and can’t wait to come back every year. Resort Rentals of St Augustine were very professional, check in was a breeze (we even got in early) and when there were maintenance issues they were dealt with quickly. Regarding this unit specifically, it could use some TLC. The patio doors were very difficult to open, the carpet was a bit lackluster, the walls had many scrapes/scratches from luggage being pulled around, the kitchen was stocked with the minimal amount of supplies, the washer and dryer were not something that you could quietly run at night and the dryer struggled to dry 3 beach towels. We had issues withe AC while we were there, but it was fixed quickly. The view from the upstairs room is great, out onto the ocean, and the 1st floor has a good view of the pool area. I liked that it was at the end of the complex which made it quiet. Being able to have our fur babies with us was our main priority and we don’t spend much time inside on vacation anyways.
- Sara S. from Blacklick, Posted: 8/10/2018
Ocean Villas St Augustine
Really enjoyed the condo. Been coming 26 years and it was our favorite.
Only negative is the dryer needs service related to drying towels
- Anonymous from Macon, Posted: 6/27/2018
La Floride en condo
Très avantageux les vacances en condo on est libre de nos horaires de repas et loin des foules des ressort tout inclus.
- Diane C. from Longueuil, Posted: 4/2/2018
1st week of October, 2017
We have always visited St. Augustine in late summer/early fall. Due to Irma, our trip had to be delayed by a month. Surprisingly, the weather in early October was not nearly as cool as I had anticipated and the tourism crowd seemed quite brisk...I had expected a real ghost town (no pun intended--October in the oldest city and all) but was pleasantly surprised at all the activity.
For Ocean Villas, we were fully aware of the pool deconstruction, but torrential rain caused a lake to form which although the water was pumped out, it was unpleasant to have to walk through warm, smelly water to access the beach and the walkway was occluded by a small mountain of sand. A raised walkway, although costly, would have been a welcome alternative b/c there was the fear of possibly running into one of the poisonous dune snakes in the grass and water. Unit 35 had a comfortable bed and was adequately supplied, but a full ironing board, a more equipped kitchen (more pans, a cookie sheet, more utensils), and a dryer that could finish the job in under 140 minutes are some improvements that would be beneficial.
Ocean Villas has been our go to location in St. Augustine for nearly 20 years, and hopefully for many more.
- Tracy C. from Mcdonough, Posted: 10/9/2017
14th year at Ocean Villas
Fantastic break at Ocean Villas again.
- Simon N. from South Port, Posted: 8/28/2017
Enjoyable, but Maybe not Memorable
The good: The particular unit was fairly spacious, with a great location relative to the other units and the ability to see the ocean. Parking was ample. The televisions and the appliances were in working order. [I was able to fix a problem with one of the TVs.] The condo, including the bathrooms, was generally clean upon arrival (at least acceptable, but not spotless). The plumbing generally was in good working order.
The not-so-good: The pool closest to our unit was closed, apparently due to hurricane damage. While this had been true for months beforehand, we were not informed of the pool closure until shortly before our trip. The particular unit we stayed in is tired and dated. The carpet is old and stained, and should be replaced (or better, replaced with tile). The kitchen appliances are old. The furniture is old. The bathrooms need updating. The lock for the front door knob is nearly shot; sometimes it was near impossible to insert the key. The sliding glass door on the main level did not lock (someone had inserted a broom handle in the track to prevent unauthorized access). The lock on the upstairs sliding glass door only worked about half the time. The upstairs bathtub did not drain properly. Maybe the biggest issue was we had to go purchase insect spray to beat back the ant invasion in the kitchen.
Separately, it would have been nice if the unit had more toilet paper, dishwashing liquid and washing machine detergent present. Even for two of us, we had to go purchase more of each.
Overall, this would be a great unit after about $50k in renovations. I would recommend it to others, with the above explanations, and following repair of the beach end pool.
- Anonymous from Goodlettsville, Posted: 6/19/2017
Disappointed
We have stayed at this property for years. We wont return until the beachside pool is fixed as that is a major reason why we always stay oceanfront. I sympathize with the owners.
- Anonymous from Jacksonville, Posted: 5/22/2017
Kudos to Resort Rentals
We have enjoyed our vacations at St Augustine for many years!!! What a wonderful place to relax and unwind and take in the beauty of God's green earth!!! For at least seven years, we have dealt exclusively with Resort Rentals at their 8th Street office and have found Paul and the rest of the staff to be nothing but professional, honest and accommodating!! It is so good to know that we can look forward to our vacation without the fear of unexpected surprises!!! Great job , guys!!! See you next time!!
- Hilda B. from Clarkesville, Posted: 5/16/2017
Villa 35. ocean view the best but condo old and disappointing
Getting detailed information and pictures of the property was very efficient. Always had my calls returned quickly and answers needed. We picked villa #35 for the view and it was amazing. BUT we're very disappointed in the condo itself. We primarily used upstairs bathroom which was old and disgusting. Didn't feel clean overall. Should provide more bath towels and separate pool towels. Needs to be updated!! Would not rent again. Outside hallways had wasp nests on the walls.
- Anonymous from Stony Brook, Posted: 10/6/2016
Vacation Rentals poor service review
We were very disappointed with the condition of the condo The downstairs bathroom door stuck and I actually had to have someone rescue me. Both sliding glass doors were very hard to open and the upstairs actually ended not opening at all. So we could not sit out there to enjoy the ocean view. The kitchen was not equipped at all. There were only 4 forks to eat with so when we had guests we would have to borrow from their condo. There was only one 6 inch frying pan so I had to go to walmart to purchase some larger ones that I left for the next poor renter. The condo is outdated the dryer does not work very well The only good thing that about the condo was the view. Lastly I will never again rent from Vacation Rentals. They were very unresponsive to the items we asked them to fix.
They actually never responded
- Anonymous from Elk Grove, Posted: 8/15/2016
Ocean Villas 35
Wonderful!!!!
- Abigale C. from Brunswick, Posted: 8/2/2016
Beach vacation
The property was as described. Clean with a nice view!
- Anonymous from Atlanta, Posted: 4/25/2016
2 Weeks in the sun!
We spent two weeks at Ocean Villas for a vacation of golf and sun. The weather was beautiful and the location was perfect. This is the second year we have stayed at OV. We had a great view of the beach and pool which we enjoyed. The condo grounds are well groomed and maintained. The condo met all our needs. We are looking forward to returning next year.
- Anonymous from Cincinnati, Posted: 3/25/2016