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Northeast Florida Retreat

Experience the ultimate comfort of home in this charming cottage just 4 miles from San Marco.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Northeast Florida Retreat

Minutes from San Marco!! Our Santa Monica Cottage is your own haven complete with all the conveniences of home. This cozy space has been designed with your comfort in mind, including a new kitchen that's outfitted with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. You'll have internet access so you can keep in touch from the moment you arrive, or stream movies and music to enjoy on your TV.

We will be available when needed.

There are many important aspects of a neighborhood, but for the most part, people only pay attention to how it appears and what makes it unique. For instance, one might take note of the age of the buildings or the number of languages used on store signs. The Englewood neighborhood in Jacksonville has some remarkable features concerning its appearance and manner of life that are deserving of mention.

Guest will have access to the whole house.

Sleeps 10. Full Kitchen (fridge w/freezer, microwave, dishes, silverware, and coffee maker), towels, sheets, etc. Wifi is included with a flat screen TV. Some of the amenities we have include:

**Smart TVs available
** Fridge
** Microwave
**Coffee pot with coffee, cream, and sugar
** Eating Utensils
**Laptop-friendly workspace

- 4.2 miles to San Marco
-16 miles to Jacksonville Beach
-4.4 miles to Jag's Stadium

and more!

Car or Uber.

Health & Safety: We prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our guests. Each stay is followed by a thorough cleaning to maintain a welcoming environment.

Late Check-Outs & Early Arrivals

1-2 hours: $100
2-3 hours: $200

Note: Early arrivals and late check-outs are not guaranteed due to our tight cleaning schedule. Please request approval in advance.

Refund Policy

A 3.9% processing fee on refunds is non-refundable. Refunds will be the amount paid minus this fee, per Stripe's policy. This applies to direct booking and bookings made through select booking channels.

General Guidelines

●Pets: A pet fee of $100 applies per reservation for up to 2 pets. Bringing a pet without prior notification incurs an additional $100 fee, and we may end your stay early. No cats allowed. If your pet causes any damages, additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Garage Access: Not permitted due to liability. If applicable, garage doors must stay closed.
●Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 21+, with an adult over 21 present during the stay.
Food & Drink: No food or drink in bedrooms (closed water bottles allowed); extra cleaning fees for stains.
●No Smoking: Smoking of any kind is prohibited; $200 fine for violations. Additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Trash: Dispose of all trash in outside bins before departure.
●Damages: Report any damages within 24 hours of occurrence or immediately upon arrival. Failure to report damages could result in liability for repair or replacement costs.
●Dishes: Wash all dishes and run the dishwasher (if applicable) before leaving.
●Windows: Keep windows closed for security.
●Laundry: Avoid overloading machines; do not wash sandy items, and clean the dryer lint trap.
●Storage Closet: Keep this area closed and locked.
●Consumables: Leftover items are at your discretion; freshness is not guaranteed.
●Furniture: Do not rearrange.
●Parties & Events: Unauthorized parties are not allowed; violations will result in additional charges and immediate eviction.
●Only registered guests are permitted to stay at the property. If you would like to add extra guests beyond the number initially registered, please request approval before finalizing your booking. Any additional guests that exceed the maximum allowed at the property will incur an additional charge of $100 per person. This requires approval from us prior to booking.
●Illegal Activities: Will result in immediate eviction.
●Quiet Hours: 10pm to 7am. Please be respectful of neighbors.

Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Andrew + Melody

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Jacksonville, FL

What's nearby

  • HCA Florida Memorial Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Daily's Place - 7 min drive
  • EverBank Stadium - 8 min drive
  • VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena - 8 min drive
  • St. Johns Town Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marco Station - 6 min drive
  • Jacksonville Station - 16 min drive
  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Northeast Florida Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Northeast Florida Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northeast Florida Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northeast Florida Retreat located?

Located in Southside, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fort Caroline Shopping Center and Merill Road Shopping Center. HCA Florida Memorial Hospital and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Northeast Florida Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayley F.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quilt show trip
7 ladies in 70s and 80s from NC, SC, and AL used this retreat to visit the Quiltfest. This location put us very close to the Prime Osborne and near the highway for easy coming and going. We enjoyed the space !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business Trip
Used the house as a place to sleep in every night, worked well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne R., New Bern NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
7of us plus myself were doing a conference in Jax. Hotel had sold out. I love using VRBO in most of my travels as cost can be so much better . Well my freinds said I did awesome picking out this rental. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The place is really nice. It is in the center of everything, close to downtown not to for from town center. Communication with the host is great. Clean place, there is any amazing Caribbean restaurant right on barnes road. I would stay there anytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roosters in Neighbours
The house is nice comfortable. There are roosters waking you up at 5 am. Someone knocking on our door at 8 pm solicitorsThe heds are not comfortable. Overall we had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very clean and nice property. Close to the Zoo We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Gator bowl
Great location to stadium …clean…great place will do again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

FVillaseñor V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great home away from home
We appreciate the host for having us over. The place is exactly as was described and expected. It had more than enough beds and space for our family to celebrate the holidays and enjoy the local business. The place is well done and cozy. Kudos to who did the decor 😘. Check in and check out was a breeze. We will definitely keep Andrew and Melody in mind for our next visit. PS the place is 15mins to everywhere with no traffic. The Freshfield Farm Market was a special treat. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy N., Fort Myers

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find in Jacksonsville
We travel every year to Jacksonville to spend Thanksgiving with family in the area. It has been a challenge to find a nice place close by since the area we are visiting is an older part of Jax. This house was by far the best. Simple, incredibly clean with plenty of space. Even the yard was clean and safe for our little dogs. We would definitely like to make this place a yearly stay for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G., Punta Gorda

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Convenient
We go to Jacksonville often and will stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Jacksonville area home
Amazing property in a great location just outside of town. Close to great golf courses, the beach, shopping, restaurants, and downtown. Home is well kept, clean, and perfect for our group of 8 friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Straightforward, Clean, and Pleasant.
This was my first time doing a VRBO and the owners made available plenty of information to help me understand the amenities very well. The property was very tidy and true to pictures and the checkin/checkout process was simple. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy
We really enjoyed staying in the house. We were really pleased with the setup and the neighborhood was very quiet for the most part. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
Perfect little spot, we had a girls weekend. This spot was perfect for 5 people and close distances to Jaguars Stadium. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly
This was great for our family and extended family to have enough room for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamitra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Experience
My family and I enjoyed our stay at this property. It had all the things we needed and space for everyone. The beds were comfortable and the large laundry room made our stay and preparation to make the trip home so much easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shalondra J., Savannah, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
My family and I really enjoyed this beautiful home. It comfortably fit all 10 of us. The location was nice as well. Only 7 minutes away from Dave and Busters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Iris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home!
Very nice home! Open and plenty of bedroom space. Convenient to stores and restaurants and minutes away from the beach. Just a few suggestions - needs more cooking pans. The bedroom off the side of the home needs ventilation - room gets pretty hot, and shower heads need upgrading. Home is prefect for a girls trip! Thank you - we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

JAY B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
RENTER BEWARE - DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS HOST OR PROPERTY
Arrived to property to find dirty and not as described. Yard had not been mowed in a couple of weeks (grass half way up to my knees), trash can sitting on porch and overfilled, dead insects at front door and inside home, not all rooms have AC - a detail that should be in listing. Unable to open back door to back yard -I would consider this a fire hazard. Smoke detector disabled. Bath tub filthy, return air vent in hallway solid dust. Heavy dust on ceiling fans thru out, toothpaste splattered on vanity and mirror in one bathroom. Dirty silverware found inside the centerpiece on the eating table. My family and I did not stay here and went to a hotel. Wasn't able to speak with host until following morning. Requested full refund. He would not do full refund - his excuse is that I did not cancel in time for him to relist the house. Uh - I didn't plan on coming in after driving 18 hrs and being dog tired to have to scramble to find a hotel that is also pet friendly (we had our 2 small dogs with us). He asked what all was wrong, after telling him as much as I could remember I was accused of "picking the place apart." My main proboem was the master bedroom had no AC. And if it can't be air conditioned, then put that detail in the listing! I consistently disputed this transaction and the host, Andrew, refused to do refund. I only got a 65% refund. Lost out on $500. Be sure to do research on your host before booking. Beware of this jerk.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best bang for the buck
Andrew & Melody are great communicators. The split floor plan & layout of their home with plenty of bed spaces was awesome for our extended family. Their yard is fenced, perfect for the dog. Located near a Super Walmart for grocery run. We appreciated the coffee pot & blender. Most importantly, their place is clean. Best bang for the buck! We will try to stay there again the next time we’re in Jacksonville. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay with no problems.
We didn’t have any issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located
The house has great space and is centrally located.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H., Bloomington

Liked: Cleanliness
Met my needs and expectations at a good price
This property had everything we needed as a group of 10. 6 adults and 4 teenagers. We stayed the weekend before a cruise and it worked out perfectly. Great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
What a great place to stay . So open , airy and very compatible with friends just hanging
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023