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AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach

Experience St George Island's beauty at this cozy beach cottage. Watch dolphins from the deck or stroll through center island’s shops and restaurants.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach

A Ruff Life is the quintessential Beach Cottage! Ruff features stunning ocean views, a fantastic deck, and is just 100 steps to the white sands of the Gulf. Its location in center island makes it the perfect place for families. After watching the dolphins from the deck or the soft sand, its an easy walk to the center of the island and all of the shops, restaurants, lighthouse, and activities St George Island has to offer.

Ruff Life, as the name suggests, is not only perfect for people but is pet friendly too! No reason to leave your fur family behind, Ruff has mats, flooring, and a gated deck so your furry friend can hang out with you before heading to the beach which is steps away!

Ruff features a well appointed kitchen, laundry, Wifi, Hi-definition TVs, DVDs, movies, and wireless speakers for streaming your favorite beach tunes. The open feeling and bright colors bring the beauty of this special island inside so even a rainy day is special. Take a quick walk to center island and pick up doughnuts, visit a restaurant or bar, or grab a souvenir or groceries. Walk home and enjoy wine on the deck as you watch the magnificent sunsets change the color of the ocean and sky. Ruff Life is the best of what St George Island has to offer--paradise.

There is plenty of room at Ruff Life with both a King and a Queen bedroom sharing the downstairs bath, and a loft featuring a full bath and 2 large twin daybeds with great ocean views.

*Ruff is pet friendly and allows (1) dog for a $75.00 non-refundable pet fee. If you have an additional pet please contact me and we can make it work. We also do a $300 refundable damage deposit

Property manager

Tom Moses/Sheryl Clouse

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
St George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 1 min walk
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 10 min walk
  • St. George Lighthouse - 10 min walk
  • St George Lighthouse - 17 min walk
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. George Island Beach, St. George Island Visitor Center, and St. George Lighthouse. St George Lighthouse and Bryant Patton Bridge are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha R.

Anniversary Vacation Paradise
This was a special trip to celebrate our 20th anniversary. We absolutely loved our time here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Dog Friendly & Great View
Perfect St. George Island beach cottage for anyone wanting to relax with their canine buddy!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Winter vacation
Everything was perfect. The house, the island and the people were great.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam G.

Beach Bliss
The property was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Tom was very accommodating so that we could bring our two dogs who had a fantastic first beach trip. We all had a wonderful experience and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynette r.

Ruff life
Nice property in a great location. Right across the road from the beach and walking distance to restaurants. Owners were helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aline M.

Great location
House is right across from the beach, pets are allowed which is great, deck has a gate so you don't have to worry about pets escaping.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

SGI Vacation
We loved this house! Our family, including our 2 dogs, stayed here and it was perfect for us! Plenty of room, loved the sunroom area, the deck was great to sit outside and watch the dolphins in the morning. That was my favorite! And we really got great use of the outdoor shower-that was a plus after spending time at the beach! The location was great and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Winter vaca
Everything was well maintained. LOTS of pots/pans/utensils etc - more than we have ever seen in another VRBO. Towels were plentiful. The location of this house is perfect. We enjoyed our stay and the peacefulness of St. George Island.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

All good
Great view with some elbow room🙋‍♂️
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie F.

April serenity
Spent a tranquil week at the pristine Ruff Life. Perfect location to watch ocean waves roll in and the gulls circle from the deck. Clean, quiet and perfect little yellow house that was bright and spacious too. Lots to do. Check out the park at east end of island or the quaint history in downtown Apalachicola.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

The Perfect Stay
We had the best stay at Ruff Life. The location was perfect, check in was easy, the host was so sweet, the house was clean upon arrival and we are so thankful for how pet friendly the place was! We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE T.

Great House, Great Location
House was great... had everything we needed. Street was very quiet with low traffic...walk to the beach was less then 2 minutes. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael R.

Wonderful Property
We loved our stay! The house was very clean and well equipped. We loved the location and how close it was to the beach. The owner was very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Spring Break 2024
We had a great week at Ruff Life. The house was clean and had all the things we needed. It is a bit out dated — but we thought it was charming, and that didn’t bother us because the beds were comfy, the location and the layout was perfect for our family. The view from the deck and sun room is amazing. It is just steps from the beach which was awesome! If we ever return to the island we would stay again at Ruff Life. The owner was available and very friendly to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

Great location
You can’t beat the location! Great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

New Beach Vacation
Steps form the beach, great location and pet friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

wayne b.

Perfect
Just as described, steps to the beach. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Wonderfully Peaceful Stay
The pictures provided are spot on, the house was clean and the owners very friendly and accommodating. Our teenage son met a lot of new friends and our two dogs had a blast on the beach. The water was clear and calm our entire stay. We will definitely be returning to spend more time chilling out on that lovely deck with the ocean view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene H.

Just the two of us.
This was a great house. It was clean, you can see and hear the beach from the house and it’s just a few steps to the beach. Home owner is awesome and was so helpful. We had an amazing week at Ruff Life!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri H., Lawrenceville, Ga

St G annual trip
Weather was perfect; the place is very adequate without being fancy. Just right for a family with a big dog. Conveniently located to Paddy’s and Aunt Ebby’s. This is our second year at Ruff Life. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Great place to stay. Town center very walkable. Beach just across the street with unobstructed view.
Had a great visit. Have a dog and property was pet friendly. Hosts were very accommodating. Will likely try to visit same property again in future. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadya L.

Excellent location
We loved our stay at Ruff House. The location is excellent, right across the street from a beach access path. The views from the deck are amazing. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen is very well equipped and the house is nicely decorated. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

The Best Birthday Vacation
Myself, my adult kids, and their significant others immensely enjoyed my birthday week at Ruff Life. Although it’s not “oceanfront”, it may as well be. You can clearly see the ocean and hear the waves from the deck. We even saw dolphins a couple of different mornings while having our coffee out on the deck. We spent a lot of time on the deck and in the sun room. We cooked a lot too and the kitchen had everything you need for any meal you make. We truly enjoyed our time while there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arica W.

Ah-Mazing!!
We had the best time!! The house was in a perfect location & the cleanest house we’ve ever stayed at! It needs a little work but nothing that was an issue for us. The downstairs shower had THE BEST water pressure! The owners were awesome to deal with & easy to communicate with! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carl F.

Beach Fun
No problems at all. Just what you want when on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022