CONTACT OWNER

• John Burnfield

Hard Working local in St. Augustine, Floirda. Enjoys beach life.

Why it is Famous ?

Castillo de San Marcos » Throughout its history, the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument has been closely intertwined with the city and the neighboring structures which served as the city\'s outer defenses - Fort Mose to the north and Fort Matanzas to the south. The Castillo and the town serve as outstanding reminders of the might of the early Spanish empire in the New World. Given the architectural details, it\'s hardly surprising that Castillo de San Marcos actually took 23 years to build (from 1672 to 1695). Fabricated of coquina, a virtually indestructible limestone comprised of broken sea shells and coral, the walls of the fortress remained impenetrable through 300 years of enemy shelling and pounding by violent storms.

Facts About Destination

The mainland of the North American continent was first sighted by the Spanish explorer and treasure hunter Don Juan Ponce de Leon on Easter, March 27, 1513. He claimed the land for Spain and named it La Florida, meaning \"Land of Flowers\". Between 1513 and 1563 the government of Spain launched six expeditions to settle Florida, but all failed. the French succeeded in establishing a fort and colony on the St. Johns River in 1564 and, in doing so, threatened Spain\'s treasure fleets whic h sailed along Florida\'s shoreline returning to Spain. As a result of this incursion into Florida, King Phillip II named Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles, Spain\'s most experienced admiral, as governor of Florida, instructing him to explore and to colonize the territory. Menendez was also instructed to drive out any pirates or settlers from other nations, should they be found there.

Area Information

St. Augustine, the nation\'s oldest city, also holds the distinction of being one of the nation\'s most charming. Known as the \"Ancient City,\" Saint Augustine is located between North East and Central East Florida and is convenient to Jacksonville, Orlando, and Daytona airports. North Florida boasts a year-round mild climate perfect for strolling Saint Augustine\'s delightful historic district, with its cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, bars, unique shops and bed-and-breakfast inns. Experience the beauty of an early morning that slowly comes alive with locals and tourists setting out on foot to explore significant landmarks such aS: Castillo De San Marco, Fort Matanzas, Lightner Museum, Flagler College, St. Augustine Lighthouse and the World Golf Village.

How to reach

St. Augustine/Vilano Beach, Florida is 30 miles south of Jacksonville, Florida and 45 minutes north of Daytona Beach., Florida. You can take Take I 95 or scenic A1A. House is located just off of A1A.

Precautions

Sunburn.

Lifestyle

Relaxed.

Best time to visit

April-September. December - Downtown Christmas Lights

Languages

English

Budget

Under $ 1,000 a week.