AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

St George Island, FL

St. George Island Beach
1 min walk
St. George Island Visitor Center
10 min walk
St. George Lighthouse
10 min walk

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

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

During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from St. George Island Beach. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Steps from St. George Island Beach and 10 minutes on foot from St. George Island Visitor Center

AMAZING VIEW! Fun, Pets Welcome, Steps from Beach offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Tom Moses/Sheryl Clouse

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
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 organised tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Ronda A.

1 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful beach house!!

Love the proximity to the beach and the ocean view from the deck. All restaurants, shops, Weber’s donuts, grocery were within walking distance. Kitchen was stocked well. Beds were very comfortable. No need to bring a beach chair as there were numerous styles to pick from❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Missy V.

22 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely views!

We enjoyed the great views of the Gulf and easy walk to the beach. Nice deck. Small and cozy.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Wonderful place to stay,

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

11 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful View

This was our second time staying at this property, and it will not be the last. The owners were very helpful and responsive to our questions, the home was clean and inviting, and the view was gorgeous! Sitting on the deck listening to the waves in the evening after spending the day at the beach made for a perfect vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynette r.

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Tim R.

14 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

All good

Great view with some elbow room🙋‍♂️

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha R.

11 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Miriam G.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Aline M.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Donald S.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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 A.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Lindsay D.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jim M., North East Wisconsin - Title Town USA-Green Bay

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter vacation

Everything was perfect. The house, the island and the people were great.

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie F.

30 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Ellen H.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Miranda H.

1 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Rachael R.

7 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Rene H.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

LESLIE T.

6 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Jerry E.

20 Aug 2023

Ruff life stay

Great location and super easy access to beautiful/peaceful beach. The house could use some updating in the kitchen area cabinets/countertop and bathrooms. I had to tighten screws on doorknob leading to front outside deck beings it was almost falling off when we first arrived. The homeowner did have a bottle of champagne on table for our wedding anniversary waiting for us which my wife loved. Overall a nice quiet house just needs some updates.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

wayne b.

22 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Just as described, steps to the beach. Perfect getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

8 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Sandy L.

3 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Terri H., Lawrenceville, Ga

10 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

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