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Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more!

Holiday home in St. George Island with private pool and kitchen

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Escape to Buddha Beach, a serene haven on St. George Island where relaxation and fun blend seamlessly. Unwind in the spacious living room or enjoy meals al fresco by the private pool, while taking in views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more!

FREE Beach Gear! Guests of this home will enjoy a complimentary beach gear credit toward items such as bicycles, kayaks, beach umbrellas and more!

Get into a zen state of mind at Buddha Beach!

The open living/dining/kitchen is bright, airy and accommodating. A large, spacious and fully stocked kitchen with ample counter space makes preparing and cooking meals a breeze. Eat in at the breakfast bar and dining room table, or enjoy a meal outdoors in the sun at the picnic table downstairs. A convenient laundry room is located just past the kitchen, with a full size washer and dryer. You will also find an ample supply of beach towels for your use (bonus!). The living room offers additional sleeping with a Queen size sleeper sofa and a gathering place for the family with a flat screen TV, DVD player and CD stereo. Sliding glass doors open onto a covered and furnished deck overlooking the private swimming pool and out towards the Gulf of Mexico.

Turning West from the living room is a small office space for those of you who still have to work on vacation! A large master suite with King bed can be found just past the office area. This bedroom has plenty of room for young children who need to be closer to parents or guardians, and we are happy to provide a pack-n-play for those in need. The private bathroom has a bathtub/shower.

Turning East from the living room is a convenient hall bathroom with double sinks and large, tiled shower. This bathroom is shared with the main living space and East bedroom. The East bedroom is large enough to hold 2 twin beds and 1 Queen bed, a great space for teenagers or even a small family.

Upstairs is a private Queen bedroom and private bathroom with large, tiled shower. This room is away from the hustle and bustle and is best suited for those who sleep in! Just past the Queen bedroom is another Master suite. This master has a King sized bed and private bathroom with double sinks and tiled shower. The comfortable King bed looks out toward the Gulf of Mexico and has the added enjoyment of a large, private balcony that overlooks the pool. This is a great place to watch the sun rise over the Gulf or enjoy a quiet afternoon of sunbathing.

The convenience of under-house concrete parking and covered entry make unloading and loading an easy task. As you round the corner from the front entry, you will find a large fish cleaning station with sink and gas grill. An exterior door, also accessible from the foyer, will open to a room filled with fun activities to include a ping pong table, corn hole, beach and pool gear as well as bicycles for the group! There’s no better way to explore the Island than the bike path which extends east and west from our location. Average bicycle rentals can cost you up to $40 per week, per bicycle. We happily provide bicycles at no additional charge for your convenience and enjoyment!

The large, fenced pool area is gated from the stairwell and carport for added safety but please be mindful to keep an eye on the little ones. The carport entry leads you into a covered deck space with a hot/cold enclosed shower and tiki bar area where you can relax in the shade as you watch over the kids swimming in the private pool. For colder months, pool heat is available for an additional $400 + tax fee. We also allow up to 2 dogs 50lbs or less with advance permission for a $200 + tax fee.

Beach access is an easy stroll along paved roads to a community beach boardwalk, about a 4-5 minute walk away. Not only is the Gulf just a short walk or bike ride away, you may also enjoy visiting the Apalachicola Bay via the East Hole public bay access 3 blocks East.

Beds: 2 Kings, 2 Queens, 2 Twins, 1 Queen sleeper sofa

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Buddha Beach Less Than 500 Steps to Beach Family Friendly Pool
Buddha Beach Less Than 500 Steps to Beach Family Friendly Pool
Buddha Beach Less Than 500 Steps to Beach Family Friendly Pool
2389-144331
Buddha Beach Less Than 500 Steps to Beach Family Friendly Pool
Buddha Beach Less Than 500 Steps to Beach Family Friendly Pool

About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our St. George Island travel guide
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St. George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • sunset on Indian Pass, Florida
    Indian Pass Beach
    52 min drive - 69.3 km
  • St. George Island Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. George Lighthouse
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach
    49 min drive - 66.3 km

Restaurants

  • Family Coastal Restaurant
    12 min drive
  • FatDaddy’s Smokehouse and Grill
    15 min drive
  • Red Pirate
    10 min drive
  • Blue Parrot
    3 min drive
  • Eastpoint Beer Company
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Outdoor Oasis, Family-Friendly, Dogs Ok! Private Pool & more! located?

Located in East End, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of St. George Island Beach, St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center. Bryant Patton Bridge and St. George Island Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Laureen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buddha wonderful

Beautiful house for a large family. Kitchen was nicely equipped with everything we needed. All the amenities were amazing. Pool. Bikes. Etc. Memories to last a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay here again

The location was great-right by the road that leads to the beach. The kitchen was fully stocked. The back yard was fully fenced-easy for the dogs. Plenty of room-the rooms and bathrooms were a great size. The only thing I would change/improve would be the mattress on the pull out couch-the current is not something I would recommend sleeping on.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy n Debbi D., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation!

First time at Buddha Beach and we all loved it. Served all our needs. Well stocked with kitchen utensils etc. Beds were AMAZING!! Very very comfortable!! The kids spent most of their time in the pool. Very accommodating. Nice place!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soo much fun!

We visit SGI every year with 3-4 families and pick a different house each trip. Buddha Beach is now our number one favorite!! The property had everything we needed and more for a relaxing and super fun trip with 3 families and our 4-legged buddy. Although not on the beach, its a super short walk and there's a wagon to tote all your things. Would absolutely stay here again!!! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Absolute heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed at Buddha Beach for a month and it was just the perfect house! The beds were comfy and the porch, which wraps around 3/4th of the house, helped immerse us into the island life. The home has everything you could need to enjoy your stay at SGI!
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Family Fall Break at Beautiful St George Island Florida

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family fall break week at The Lovely Budda BeachHouse was a total pleasure!! The house was decorated so”beachytasteful” and comfortable!All the rooms were so spacious and again decorated so thoughtfully for comfort and relaxation.The pool area with fenced yard was amazing, our family and our pups loved the privacy!The low country boil from the local Piggly Wiggly was a treat just ordered and picked it up! A tip from a local!We definitely will be back, a new family favorite!We all agree Budda Beach was perfect!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

Fantastic vacation rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was incredible. Very clean, short walk to the beach with access 2 blocks away. The outdoor space is exceptional for pets and the pool was wonderful. Management was very responsive and we had zero issues
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Smyrna, GA

Great vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Buddah Beach is a beautiful home. Well appointed and maintained. A short walk to the beach. We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Monica J.

Nice beach home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Home was very accommodating during our week stay. It had everything you would need to stay comfortably. The furniture and decor is very nice. The outdoors area is extremely nice and well landscaped. We had no issues with the rental, only the pool servicing company that lacks professionalism and courtesy.
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10/10 Excellent

David A.

Budda beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great Sink faucet still needs fixedStove knob still comes offOutlet still trips breaker outside at fish cleaning stationWe only charge a golf cart there
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

3rd Times a Charm!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 3rd time staying here at Buddha Beach and we are never disappointed! It’s our favorite place to stay on SGI! With lots of beach gear, bikes and an awesome pool, all you need to do is bring yourself and maybe a few extra rolls of toilet paper! We can’t wait for year 4!
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

What a great week at Buddha Beach!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I had a wonderful stay at Buddha Beach. The home was large and very clean when we arrived. The house was so well appointed and supplied, I was amazed! I have never stayed at a rental with such a great amount of supplies and guest needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Voravanh O.

Great stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house close to the beach. It had everything we needed. The kids loved the pool and the close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Sara S.

Nice Stay with Minor Issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice stay at Buddha Beach after minor issues were resolved. Upon arrival the home was not cooling and the top floor did not have power. The property management company quickly responded but it did not change the fact that it was HOT in JULY. The home was nicely furnished and the pool was wonderful. We did have to ask for the pool light to be repaired during our stay. The home is a decent walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have rented many beach houses through the years but none compares to Buddha Beach. Super clean, beautifully maintained, with every amenity you could want for a fun and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely LOVED this house! It was so accommodating and the owners really thought through everything like providing beach towels, several bikes, well supplied kitchen, access to cleaning supplies, etc. We’ll be back to Buddha Beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lea S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was the most equipped place we have stayed!! We could have left half our stuff at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Great house in a great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Buddha Beach had everything we needed plus more! It’s a very easy trip to the beach around the corner on 8th. The pool area is very nice with great covered seatiing. There was plenty of room for 8 adults and 2 dogs. Would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the Sun Girls Trip

Loved this house! Twelve girls stayed for the week. We had everything we could possibly want. Loved the bikes and all of the amenities! Great Week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Alisha C.

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was beautiful. We had a great time and it was fully stocked with everything we needed. The only critique that I could possibly give would be that I wished the living room furniture was more comfortable and the cleaning was not great prior to our visit. Overall, the house was great and Forgotten Shores Properties are the absolute best to work with.
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany P., Northwest Georgia

Wonderful Stay at Buddha Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second year staying at Buddha Beach! We love staying here for our annual beach trip! The house is fabulous and we just love the pool and deck areas! Super clean and has everything you need! Just remember to bring extra paper towels and toilet paper.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Wonderful property!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I loved this property! Large rooms with comfortable beds, lots of items provided for your stay. I would suggest bringing your own bath towels, only 2 per room, but everything else was great! Having the pool was definitely a plus. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect except the shower in the upstairs bedroom with a balcony would not drain. There was an extra bedroom up there so it didn't matter. House was beautiful and the kids had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Buddha beach getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 12 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Buddha. Even with the rain it was a great place for family fun and close to everything you need. The beds, kitchen, pool, were most enjoyable.Thanks for a great time! We look forward to seeing y’all soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany P., Northwest Georgia

Our whole week was Zen at Buddha Beach!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the best week staying at Buddha Beach! The location was perfect, only a short walk to the Beach access ramp. The pool and lower deck area was fabulous, we enjoyed grilling and hanging out here at night. Don’t worry about bringing a beach chair, they had 10 plus chairs to choose from. They also had lots of Beach toys, games and umbrellas to use during your stay. Everything you need for a beach vacation, they had! The only thing I would recommend is to bring extra paper towels, toilet paper and laundry detergent. They supplied a little bit of each but depending on your group you may need to bring extra. Overall, we had a wonderful trip! We can’t wait to come back and visit again next year.