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Jesse & Jamie Karanas love welcoming guests to enjoy the pristine beauty of Florida’s coastline stretching from historic St. Augustine to Palm Coast/Flagler Beach. With miles of beaches, spectacular golf courses, boating, and parks, Florida’s eastern shore is a top destination any time of the year, and the two are eager to provide people with amazing memorable vacations.
Jesse & Jamie first got into the vacation rental industry by renting and managing their own beach property. Their professional background extends beyond that as both previously owned multiple businesses. As a vital part of their local community, the Karanases are also involved in multiple Church organizations
Embracing the warmth of Florida’s coast, the Karanases are proud to have joined Casago when the company first launched its franchising program. They have found a welcome home with the great people in the Casago organization, extending this principle to their homeowners and guests. For Jesse & Jamie, when their guests are happy, they’re happy. With excellent weather and beaches year-round, there’s plenty to be happy about!
With 42 miles of beach stretching along the Atlantic shore just beyond the city’s architecturally preserved center, St. Augustine is a treasured historic destination on Florida’s northeast coast. Combining old-world charm with amazing beaches, enthralling events, and family-friendly entertainment, St. Augustine’s allure stretches well beyond its brick-lined streets and Spanish colonial architecture.
The Timucua inhabited the region of what is now St. Augustine for 500 years prior to the arrival of Spanish settlers on its shores. On Sepember 8, 1565, Spanish admiral Don Pedro Menendez and a group of 600 settlers founded the area and gave it its present name. Don Pedro chose the name St. Augustine in honor of the saint whose feast day fell on the day he first sighted land.
Today, St. Augustine welcomes some 2 million visitors annually. As the “Nation’s Oldest City”, St. Augustine is a must-stop getaway on Florida’s Historic Coast.
Located just an hour south of Jacksonville, and minutes from the beaches of Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine provides travelers of all ages the chance to explore remarkable Spanish forts and castles while enjoying plenty of sunshine fun. Speaking of age, be sure to visit Ponce de León’s Fountain of Youth Archeaology Park to add your name to the guest registry dating back to 1868.
With year-round events ranging from film festivals to seafood fests and from St. Augustine’s renowned Nights of Lights to skimboarding championships and historic reenactments, the “Nation’s Oldest City¨ sustains its energy and enchantment.
St. Augustine is located minutes off of I-95 between Jacksonville Beaches and Palm Coast. If flying, the closest airport to St. Augustine is Jacksonville (JAX) about 30 minutes away.
Any trip to St. Augustine should undoubtedly include a visit to the monumental Castillo de San Marcos on the western shore of Matanzas Bay. The national monument, built by the Spanish over 300 years ago, remains a steadfast reminder of the area’s colonial past.
In addition, one of the best ways to catch all the must-sees in St. Augustine in just one day is to hop on the Old Town Trolley. This will take you to iconic spots including the Old City Gates, the famed Fountain of Youth, and across the Bridge of Lions.
Closer to the coast, step into the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum where you can climb up into the historic 165-foot-tall lighthouse for a view of the area. Stop over for lunch at Salt Life Food Shack near St. Augustine beach for the laid-back vibe and eclectic seafood dishes.
Be sure to take time during the day to explore the shops, boutiques, and cafés along St. George Street in the historic center. This pedestrian-only street was historically the heart of the city and continues to be a thriving hub of activity lined with restaurants, shops, and history galore.
Wind down the evening by treating yourself to dinner at Columbia in the heart of St. Augustine’s historic district. Named as one of Florida’s top restaurants since 1967, the Columbia is the largest Spanish restaurant in the world and family-owned and operated since 1905.
St. Augustine, Florida is known as the nation’s oldest capital and oldest continuously occupied settlement of European and African-American origin in the United States. It was founded in 1565 by Don Pedro Menendez and Spanish settlers 50 years after Ponce de León claimed Florida for the Spanish crown. The majestic Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the continental U.S., remains a central attraction for visitors to St. Augustine.
St. Augustine provides a rich calendar of events at any time of the year. The city’s Nights of Lights (Nov – Jan) is listed by National Geographic as among the top 10 holiday light displays in the world. Come spring, The Players Championship takes place at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra just minutes from St. Augustine. The city is also home to several festivals showcasing historic reenactments, Spring bird watching, film, food, and pirates.