Aerial view of St. Augustine Beach meeting the Atlantic coastline
St. Augustine Beach, Florida

A dog-friendly
beach weekend

July 1719, 2026

Welcome, Seth & Ashlyn. This is your weekend by the water - three slow beach days planned around your favorite travel companion, Griffey, your 81.2 lb good boy. Every place below rolls out the welcome mat for him too.

Plan the weekendGriffey's coming too
01Stay

Where you'll lay your heads (and his)

Five places that put the beach within reach and keep Griffey comfortable - fenced yards, outdoor showers, and big-dog-welcome doors throughout.

Vrbo 3695724

Modern 3-bedroom house

from ~$398 / night

A bright, modern house just a 3-minute walk to the sand. Plenty of room to spread out after a beach day.

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3-min walk to the beach
  • Large fully fenced privacy yard
  • Outdoor shower for sandy paws

That big fenced yard is Griffey's own backyard for the weekend - off-leash zoomies, no worries.

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Quiet neighborhood home

10/10 rating

Tucked into a calm neighborhood with an easy walk to both the beach and the estuary. A perfect 10/10 score from past guests.

  • Walk to beach + estuary
  • 10 / 10 guest rating
  • Fenced backyard

Quiet streets and a fenced backyard mean calm morning sniffs and a safe spot for Griffey to lounge.

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1st Street II Beach House

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1 block to the sand

Just one block from the beach with a paved, fully fenced yard - easy on the feet and easy to keep tidy.

  • Paved fenced yard
  • 1 block to the beach

The paved fenced yard rinses clean after sandy adventures - and keeps an 81.2 lb explorer happily contained.

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The Saint Augustine Beach House

Boutique hotel · Vilano Beach

~$280 - $480 / night

A 16-room boutique hotel sitting directly on a dog-friendly beach. Breakfast and beach gear are included, so you can travel light.

  • 16 rooms, right on the beach
  • Breakfast + beach gear included
  • Welcomes dogs of any size

Any size dog is welcome here - so Griffey, all 81.2 pounds of him, walks right in the front door.

Guy Harvey Outpost

Oceanfront resort · St. Augustine Beach

~$150 - $260 / night

An oceanfront resort that keeps things budget-friendly without giving up the view. Dogs even get pool-deck access.

  • Oceanfront, budget-friendly
  • Pool-deck access for dogs

Pool-deck access for dogs means Griffey gets to lounge poolside right alongside you two.

02Play

Dog-friendly things to do

Leash up and explore. From the open shoreline to historic fort grounds, these are the spots where Griffey gets to come along.

A happy dog running through the surf along a sandy beachGriffey-approved

Beach time

Leashed dogs are fully welcome on both St. Augustine Beach and Vilano Beach. Long shoreline walks, splashing in the shallows, and naps in the sun.

Bring a leash and a towel - Griffey's going to want to chase the foam.

Castillo de San Marcos stone fort at sunrise in St. AugustineGriffey-approved

Castillo de San Marcos

Walk the historic fort grounds and soak up the views over Matanzas Bay. Dogs are allowed on leash around the outside of the fort.

Leashed pups roam the grounds - perfect for a slow morning stroll with Griffey.

Historic St. George Street in downtown St. Augustine lined with shopsGriffey-approved

Historic Downtown Walk

Wander the old streets like St. George Street - cobblestones, shaded courtyards, and centuries of history at an easy pace.

A leashed walk down St. George Street is right up Griffey's alley.

A bright blue peacock displaying its feathers at the Fountain of Youth parkGriffey-approved

Fountain of Youth Park

Fifteen acres of dog-friendly grounds with roaming peacocks and historical exhibits. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park.

Wide-open, leashed-dog-friendly grounds - room for Griffey to explore (and meet a peacock).

03Eat & Drink

Dog-friendly dining

Patios, courtyards, and a little garden cafe - every table below has room for an 81.2 lb dinner guest.

Salt Life Food Shack

Laid-back beach patio vibes right at St. Augustine Beach. Fresh seafood, cold drinks, and a super dog-friendly deck.

Big dogs welcome on the patio - Griffey gets a shady spot under the table.

Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille

A beautiful downtown courtyard with live music and hearty Cajun and creole cooking. Easygoing and very dog-friendly.

The open courtyard happily seats big pups, so Griffey can soak up the live music with you.

Crucial Coffee Cafe

A tiny garden-like oasis downtown for morning espresso and tea, with quiet outdoor seating to start the day slow.

Outdoor garden seating means Griffey can curl up at your feet while the coffee brews.

Three of you, one perfect weekend

Sandy paws, salty air, and a slow Florida pace. Seth, Ashlyn, and Griffey - here's to a relaxing getaway with the whole family along for the ride. Tail wags guaranteed.

Beach daysFenced yardsDog-friendly tablesBig dogs welcome