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'BOARDWALK' - BEACHFRONT LUXURY ISLAND CENTER LOCATED - 3BED/3BATH FREE WIFI!

 
 
 
St George Island cottage rental - The beach is right there!
The beach is right there!
 
St George Island cottage rental - The beach is right there!

The beach is right there!

'Boardwalk' from the street

'Boardwalk' from the street

Luxurious Master King Bedroom with Beach View

Luxurious Master King Bedroom with Beach View

Luxurious Master Queen Bedroom

Luxurious Master Queen Bedroom

King Bed in Loft

King Bed in Loft

View from living room

View from living room

View from living room

View from living room

Main Living Area with view of Beach

Main Living Area with view of Beach

Monopoly game room

Monopoly game room

Living Area from Loft

Living Area from Loft

The Well Stocked Kitchen

The Well Stocked Kitchen

View from kitchen

View from kitchen

Per week (USD) $995 - $2,100
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps8
  • 3 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the St George Island vacation cottage rental
3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, sleeps 6 - 8 (2 king, 1 queen, 1 queen sofa-bed)

Advance to Boardwalk! Two spacious and luxurious bedrooms, one spacious loft (adults can stand in the loft), three bathrooms (one with Jacuzzi), directly on the beach with boardwalk through the grass, multiple TVs, VCR's, and DVD' s, free wireless high speed internet access, plenty of rockers on the beach-overlooking decks. Hot and cold outdoor shower.

Great central island location, just steps to island playground, shops, and restaurants. There is no need to take a chance anywhere else!

St. George Island has no highrises and is a family friendly, relaxing break in the Gulf of Mexico. It is central to Florida's largest eco-tourism area. Come try it out! Once people discover the area they always come back.

House name: 'Boardwalk'

St George Island!: St. George Island was ranked the #2 family beach by Travel Advisor. (We of course think it is #1.) Come enjoy the uncrowded family-friendly beaches where even the family dog is welcome! Enjoy truly fresh and famous Apalachicola Bay oysters, or any other of your favorite seafood at the area's restaurants. Go fishing. Shop for fishing gear, souvenirs, beach stuff. Go antiquing in Apalachicola. Visit any of the area's many nature preserves.

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About Reggie Ratcliff

We are a family of 4 living in the Metro Atlanta area. We're all nature lovers and love traveling and spending time outdoors. In the summer of 2003 we vacationed on SGI and loved it completely and returned a month later to look for a place to call our own and we bought 'Hang Ten' in September.

Hang Ten is so popular with return guests that we had little chance to visit it ourselves. We began looking for another house to balance with Hang Ten and in 2007 we bought a cottage called 'Boardwalk'. With two houses on SGI we are able to go there often and take care of the properties and enjoy sharing them with guests.

Our goal is to make our guests happy.

In 2013 we will start to manage the properties ourselves, with the help of Community Management Services, Inc. (CMSI). We are very fortunate to have found CMSI - a very experienced, St. George Island-based company - to handle the housekeeping and maintenance for us. They can provide a more cusotmized service for our houses and their goals include a very welcoming house upon your arrival and no need for service calls.

Reggie Ratcliff purchased this cottage in 2007
St George Island cottage rental - The beach is right there!

The beach is right there!

'Boardwalk' from the street

'Boardwalk' from the street

Luxurious Master King Bedroom with Beach View

Luxurious Master King Bedroom with Beach View

Luxurious Master Queen Bedroom

Luxurious Master Queen Bedroom

King Bed in Loft

King Bed in Loft

View from living room

View from living room

View from living room

View from living room

Main Living Area with view of Beach

Main Living Area with view of Beach

Monopoly game room

Monopoly game room

Living Area from Loft

Living Area from Loft

The Well Stocked Kitchen

The Well Stocked Kitchen

View from kitchen

View from kitchen

Car: recommended

St. George Island was ranked the #2 family beach by Travel Advisor. (We of course think it is #1.) Come enjoy the uncrowded family-friendly beaches where even the family dog is welcome! Enjoy truly fresh and famous Apalachicola Bay oysters, or any other of your favorite seafoods at the area's restaraunts. Go fishing. Shop for fishing gear, souveniers, beach stuff. Go antiquing in Apalachicola. Visit any of the area's many nature preserves.

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Changeover Day: saturday

Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in St George Island, Florida

Rental Basis:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Spring
May 1 2013 - May 25 2013
$600
$1,495
2 Nights
 
extra night: $215     Notes: Exclude Spring Break    
 
Summer
May 26 2013 - Aug 10 2013
$2,100
1 Week
 
 
Late Summer
Aug 11 2013 - Aug 31 2013
$640
$1,595
2 Nights
 
extra night: $230    
 
Fall
Sep 1 2013 - Oct 26 2013
$520
$1,295
2 Nights
 
extra night: $185    
 
Winter
Oct 27 2013 - Feb 22 2014
$400
$995
2 Nights
 
extra night: $140     Notes: Thanksgiving Spring rate apply, Christmas Fall rate apply, 5 Night Minimum; Jan/Feb monthly $2195   

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 9.0%

Notes

  • Book early for the Fall season and get the week you want
  • **ATTENTION** Now the rate includes everything except the 9% taxes

    LENGTH OF RENTAL

    Boardwalk offers only weekly stays during June, July, the last week of May, and the first week of August. There is also a 5 night minimum stay during some holidays. Weekly reservations run Saturday-Saturday. Reservations for shorter periods of time may be made depending upon property availability and approval.
    Please note: Holidays are reserved at higher rates.


    Most holidays are weekly rentals only except last minute.
  • 2013 Rental Seasons
    Spring: February 23, 2013 – May 25, 2013
    Spring Break: March 23, 2011 – April 13, 2013 (Summer rates apply)
    Summer: May 25, 2011 – August 10, 2013
    Late Summer: August 10 - August 31, 2013
    Fall: August 31, 2012 - October 25, 2013
    Winter: October 25, 2012 – February 21, 2014
    Thanksgiving: (Spring rates apply) November 23 – 30, 2013
    Christmas and New Years: (Fall rates apply) December 22, 2012 – January 4, 2014

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in St George Island, Florida

Property Type:
  • cottage
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1410 sq. ft.
  • 3 stories
Location Type:
  • Beachfront ...
    Double decks facing the ocean, Dophins are playing there...
  • Oceanfront ...
    Ocean is Boardwalk's backyard.
  • Downtown
  • Beach
Theme:
  • Family
  • Romantic
  • Luxury
General:
  • Parking
  • Washing Machine
  • Telephone
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Toilet Paper
  • Internet ...
    Free WiFi
  • Broadband Access ...
    Free
  • Wireless Internet ...
    Free
  • Air Conditioning ...
    High quality 'TRANE' brand
  • Parking Off Street
  • Alarm Clock
  • Paper Towels
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Towels Provided
  • Basic Soaps
  • Iron & Board
  • Heating
  • Sofa Bed
Kitchen:
  • Blender
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    provided
  • Kitchen ...
    Full equipmented kitchen
  • Stove ...
    Customer designed.
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    plenty for 8+ people to use
  • Ice Maker
  • Grill
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee Maker
  • Stove
  • Toaster
Dining:
  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 8 people
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower , jetted tub
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet , shower
  • Showers all have high quality glass doors, very comfortable.
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , Ocean view
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 3 - 1 king , Loft
  • 1st and 2nd bedrooms are masters with private full bath and located on lowest floor
Entertainment:
  • Radio
  • Video Library
  • Books
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    (4)
  • VCR ...
    (4)
  • DVD Player ...
    (2)
  • Television ...
    4
  • Stereo
  • Games for Kids
  • Music Library
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Wood Deck
  • Walkway to Water
  • Deck / Patio ...
    2
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    25 years old
  • children welcome ...
    Our loft with a king bed is kids' favorite bedroom.
  • pets considered ...
    Free for up to two flea-treated dogs. $75 for each additional dog.
  • non smoking only
Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub
Attractions:
  • museums
  • forests
  • playground
  • theme parks
  • marina
  • restaurants
  • bay/sound
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • wildlife viewing
  • boating
  • paddle boating
  • walking
  • beachcombing
  • shelling
  • shopping
  • antiquing
  • eco tourism
  • miniature golf
  • sight seeing
  • horseback riding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • wind-surfing
  • pier fishing
  • kayaking
  • fishing
  • hunting small game
  • deepsea fishing
  • snorkeling/diving
  • surfing
  • golf privileges optional
  • parasailing
  • snorkeling
  • paragliding
  • golf
  • hiking
  • cycling
  • swimming
  • surf fishing
  • water skiing
  • jet skiing
  • basketball court
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • freshwater fishing
  • sailing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • hunting
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Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in St George Island, Florida

'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
average rating of 5.0 based on 24 reviews
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'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p228828
+1 7704475414
St George Island Florida Panhandle
5

Wonderful home away from home!!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 9, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
We had a wonderful stay at this clean well furnished home on the beach. We love to eat in so it was so nice that the kitchen was well equipped! Slept like a baby due to the ocean breeze and oh so comfy bed! The house is steps from the beach, playground and stores!
The owners made the business part of our rental a breeze! Great cusomer service for sure! We would love to rent Bordwalk again in the future. We are so happy to have spent our 25th anniversary at the Bordwalk!
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Congratulations on your 25th anniversary! While St. George Island and Boardwalk's location deserve much of the credit, we're always happy to hear that our efforts at making Boardwalk comfortable are fruitful.
Helpful votes: 1/1
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'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p228828
+1 7704475414
St George Island Florida Panhandle
Nashville, TN
5

Already planning my next trip!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 7, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
I am here RIGHT NOW and am already planning my next trip! If you have dogs or young children, this house is especially wonderful. If you love to cook (and please, take advantage of the fresh seafood available!), I can assure you that the kitchen is well-equipped. Last year, I'd rented Boardwalk and had to leave 24 hours later because of Hurricane Isaac - but was so impressed even in that short period of time, I was determined to make a return trip. In the process of finding Boardwalk, I had really struggled to find 'the house' to rent here - so many say they are dog-friendly, but aren't - and if you travel with your pups, you understand what I mean. Boardwalk strikes the perfect balance of a nice place to stay that doesn't feel like a museum; you are comfortable, your pups (or children) are comfortable, but you are in a clean, welll-kept home. If you have particular kitchen gadgets or special equipment, feel free to bring but Reggie keeps the knives sharp and has just about every pot, pan, and gadget that you would actually need while on vacation. And the mattresses are so, so nice! They have taken great care to make Boardwalk a wonderful place to stay!! (And let me reiterate, I am here RIGHT NOW and am already planning my next trip here!)
Recommended for:  Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you for the review! Our goal is to make the Boardwalk experience first-class comfortable and welcoming, and we are happy to hear that we seem to be doing well towards that goal.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p228828
+1 7704475414
St George Island Florida Panhandle
5

Wonderful home away from home!!!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 6, 2013 Stayed: May 2013
Would highly recommend this property. It was very well-furnished, with comfortable furniture and super-comfy beds. It had a well-equipped kitchen with everything you need. Owners made the entire transaction a breeze - from start to finish. The location was close to shops, restaurants and everything else on the island but you felt like you were far away from it all with the beach at your back door.
Owner's Response: Thank you for the review! We've tried to make Boardwalk comfortable and the experience welcoming, and such pruogress reports let us know how we're doing. And one of the reasons we chose Boardwalk because of it's location, we don't know of anywhere else that you can "be in the middle of it" and still have a nearly-private beach.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p228828
+1 7704475414
St George Island Florida Panhandle
5

Great Time at Boardwalk

5 of 5
Submitted: April 3, 2013 Stayed: March 2013
Boardwalk was a great place for a week vacation. Being steps from the bars/food and also having the beach right out your backdoor is an ideal situation. I went for the fishing and it just wasn't happening much that week. Mostly whiting, but other people on the beach had a few big hookups. Couple of very large black drum on the beach and then some black tip sharks down at the east end. The east end is definitely worth the visit and cost (was like $18 for the two of us to get access) if you want to do some fishing and collect some huge shells. We ate at Blue Parrot, Harry A's, Eddy Teaches (just drank there), Beach Pit and the Pizza Place. My favorite has to be Blue Parrot. All of my meals were really good and the view can't be beat. If it is raining, I wouldn't go there b/c the inside portion is pretty lame. They have about 8 tables in a tiny room. That was our st patricks day. Me and the girlfriend sitting inside at the blue parrot during a downpour. Lots of toddlers sitting around watching us. Surreal. We had one crazy night that started at blue parrot, went to Eddys and then ended up at Harry A's. Met lots of fun people. All of the neighbors were wonderful. Often had conversations from them and also had to borrow a corkscrew.

All reviews need to have a "could have been better" section to be legit, but it doesn't take away from Boardwalk at all:
- More trash bags would be nice.
- There are some games in the house, but they are missing pieces that make them unplayable.
- Corkscrew.
- Watch out for the icemaker. Before you realize it, the whole thing is overflowing and filling up the freezer. Kind of a good problem I guess.
- Dining room chairs match the boardwalk theme I guess, but aren't comfortable for a sit down dinner.

That does it I guess. Boardwalk is highly recommended. Enjoyed it!
Owner's Response: Thank you Jeff, we're always happy to hear what people like about the island and the house. Sorry you had such a soggy St. Paddy's day! And thank you for the heads up on the corkscrew and icemaker, we'll address those next week.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
'Boardwalk' - Beachfront Luxury Island Center located - 3Bed/3Bath Free WiFi!
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p228828
+1 7704475414
St George Island Florida Panhandle
5

I didn't get in my car all week!

I didn't get in my car all week!
5 of 5
Submitted: December 4, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
We had a wonderful time at the Boardwalk condo over Thanksgiving week. The master bedroom was perfect for me and my two dogs because the sliding glass door opened right up onto the porch that led straight to the beach and I could take them out very early in the morning (to see the sunrise) and not disturb anyone else in the condo. The second bedroom was perfect for my Mom, who likes a darker, quieter room and her own bathroom. And the loft worked perfectly for my sister-in-law and 12 year old niece because it had a king sized bed for them to share. Because it overlooked the Living Room, my niece couldn't sleep until noon (like teenagers will do!) once everyone was up and around.

We had everything we could've asked for in the condo except a puzzle, but luckily we brought our own. Television service is kind of spotty - I don't know if it's the cable company or the connection but it got fuzzy from time to time.

We had the beach to ourselves for the early part of the week, but it started to get crowded the day before Thanksgiving, so we had to keep the dogs on their leashes. All the dog owners near us were very responsible and polite; it was refreshing!

We rented bikes on the second day and because Boardwalk is so close to the center of town, we NEVER had to get in the car for 8 straight days - it was bliss. I actually had to go out and check to make sure the car would start the night before we left, since we hadn't driven it in so long! We rode our bikes all over the island - it's a good workout to ride down and through the State Park.

The only downside I would say is that Eddie Teach's, while a really fun bar, is REALLY loud if it is a still night with no breeze. You can hear the music through the walls of the bedrooms and on Saturday nights, they play until well after midnight.

We went to either Doug's or Dail's almost every day to get seafood and cook it ourselves. One day we went to the Blue Parrot for oysters and they were fantastic.

All in all we had a wonderful time and we're already talking about when we can come back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 5/5
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