Private Pool •Near Boat Docks •Historic DT•Beaches

Welcome to Argus Home, your private oasis in St. Augustine — where coastal charm meets resort-style comfort. Enjoy a screened private pool, two master suites, and an unbeatable location just 5 minutes from city centre and 8 minutes from Vilano Beach. Perfect for families, boaters, pet lovers, and remote workers seeking both relaxation and convenience.

Steps from the Matanzas River: Start your mornings with a peaceful stroll along the riverbank—perfect for walking your pet while catching a breathtaking Florida sunrise!

Things to do in St Augustine.
Dog-Friendly & 4×4 Beaches

1. Vilano Beach – Just north of city centre, this beach is known for its quieter atmosphere and easy access. Dogs are welcome on leash. Excellent sunrise spot.

2. Crescent Beach – South of St. Augustine Beach, it allows limited vehicle access for 4×4 and is dog-friendly. Perfect for long walks, shell hunting, and sunset views.

3. St. Augustine Beach – The main public beach area with soft sand, nearby restaurants, and a wide shoreline. Dogs allowed on leash. Good for a full beach day.

4. Mickler Landing Beach – Located in Ponte Vedra, this scenic stretch features million-dollar homes on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. It’s dog-friendly and known for its pink-hued coquina sand made from crushed shells — a favourite for peaceful walks.

Top Sightseeing in Historic City centre St. Augustine

1. Castillo de San Marcos National Monument – The oldest masonry fort in the continental US Explore the ancient coquina walls, watch cannon demonstrations, and take in beautiful waterfront views.

2. St. George Street – The beating heart of old St. Augustine. A pedestrian street filled with local boutiques, live music, art galleries, and cafés. Dog-friendly strolls welcome.

3. Flagler College (Ponce de Leon Hotel) – Tour Henry Flagler’s 1888 masterpiece, with Spanish-Renaissance architecture and stained-glass windows designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany.

4. Lightner Museum & Alcazar Courtyard – Step back into the Gilded Age through art, vintage instruments, and curiosities. The museum’s courtyard and koi pond are a peaceful photo spot.

5. St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum – Climb 219 steps for panoramic views of the coast and historic district. Learn about shipwrecks and early Florida maritime life.

6. Colonial Quarter – Interactive living-history museum recreating life from the 16th–18th centuries. Sword-fighting demos, blacksmith shop, and live music in the evenings.

7. Old City Gates & Tolomato Cemetery – Start your city centre stroll here. The gates mark the historic northern entrance, with ancient headstones and Spanish moss-covered oaks nearby.

8. Bridge of Lions – Beautiful drawbridge linking city centre to Anastasia Island. Walk across for sweeping views, especially at sunrise or dusk.

Famous Eateries in City centre St. Augustine

1. Columbia Restaurant (Historic) – A Florida institution serving Spanish-Cuban cuisine since 1905. Try the 1905 Salad and sangria in a tiled, Mediterranean dining room.

2. Ice Plant Bar – Located in a restored 1927 ice factory, known for handcrafted cocktails, farm-to-table dishes, and vintage industrial vibes.

3. The Floridian – Modern Southern comfort food with local, seasonal ingredients. Outdoor patio is dog-friendly.

4. Catch 27 – Known for fresh, locally caught seafood. Try the shrimp & grits or blackened fish sandwich.

5. Prohibition Kitchen – A speakeasy-style gastropub with live music, burgers, and craft cocktails.

6. Preserved – Fine dining in a historic Victorian home. Focused on regional ingredients and elegant Southern plates.

7. Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille – Cajun-Creole fare with a courtyard under the oaks. Great for evening dining with twinkling lights.

8. Kookaburra Coffee – Australian-style espresso bar, perfect for a pick-me-up during your city centre walk.