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The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach

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This spacious living room features plenty of comfortable seating, a cable TV with stream capabilities, a laptop table to make working from the beach a breeze, and lots of natural lighting.
This spacious living room features plenty of comfortable seating, a cable TV with stream capabilities, a laptop table to make working from the beach a breeze, and lots of natural lighting.
This spacious living room features plenty of comfortable seating, a cable TV with stream capabilities, a laptop table to make working from the beach a breeze, and lots of natural lighting.
Living Room
Front of the property - The Reef is located on the right side

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fernandina Beach, FL
  • Fernandina Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Clinch State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach

2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Unit Located Steps from the Beach - No ocean views

Stylishly updated with modern finishes and hand selected furnishings, this two bedroom / two bath unit is located just steps from the beach. Enjoy the well-equipped kitchen and in-unit coffee bar after a day of basking in the sun or sit on your private patio for an evening cocktail. The unit features high end finishes, plush linens, and the perfect amenities for your beach vacation.

Duke's Beach is a fully renovated beachfront home featuring 4 individual vacation rental units.

The Reef unit features a private first floor patio with outdoor seating that is perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning. This unit is a first floor unit along the east side of the building and is not an ocean view unit. The kitchen is fully equipped with all the cooking essentials needed for your stay, along with a coffee bar outfitted with a Keurig. Upgrades to this fun cooking space include soft close cabinets & drawers, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. There is a microwave and oven for cooking meals as well as a full refrigerator and freezer. There are two bedrooms in this unit. One bedroom has a queen sized bed with plush linens and built in reading lights. The second bedroom features a full sized bed, full length mirror, and plush linens. The two bathrooms have both been fully renovated with walk-in showers, custom decorative tile, and stunning vanities. For your convenience, the unit contains an iron and ironing board, luggage rack, hair dryers, and beach towels for use during your stay.

Guests will have full access to all common areas of the property, including the laundry room. Oceanside, the property features a large outdoor entertaining space for all guests of the property to enjoy. The space includes lounge chairs, two grills, multiple dining areas, and an outdoor shower. The property also has a private beach walkover which makes accessing the beach a breeze!

Fresh linens are provided along with starter housekeeping supplies which include paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, dish soap, basic toiletries, a few Kcups, and trash bags.

Amenities:
• Complimentary beach towels
• 2 hair dryers in unit
• Free on-site parking
• Charcoal grills
• Outdoor dining areas
• Laundry machines available on the property
• Free high speed Wi-Fi – no problem with video conferencing, zoom meetings, etc.
• Large HD TV with cable and Roku

Self check-in via coded smart lock. Guests have access to their unit, a private patio, the property's beach walkover and the entire backyard common space.

No interaction required as you will receive a code to the lock box. Feel free to give us a call with any questions!

Located in the middle of Amelia Island, Duke's Beach House is a quick drive or walk to all of the island's best dining and shopping.

Within walking distance, you can enjoy dining and live music at The Surf or Slider's, or ice cream from several local treat spots.

To the North you will find Main beach featuring the Salt Life restaurant and Sandbar Kitchen, a playground, and beachside putt putt golf. From there, Amelia Island's downtown historic district is a short drive down Atlantic Avenue. Here you will find plenty of wonderful restaurants, shopping, nightlife and local culture. Fort Clinch State Park is also located along Atlantic Avenue. The park features the 19th century Fort Clinch (still open to the public for tours), a great beach, and lots of beautiful trails for hiking or biking.

The South end of the island boasts several wonderful restaurants, the Ritz and Omni resorts, a picturesque canopy biking trail, and charming local boutiques. We recommend checking out the Ritz spa if you are looking for a relaxing treat!

Amelia Island is a small area and is easy to navigate! There is free parking available throughout the entire island making driving very easy to any place you choose to visit.

Ubers are available through the app on your smartphone.

Bike rentals are available at Hall's Beach Store located just 1 mile north of Duke's Beach House.

Property manager

Barefoot Amelia Beach Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fernandina Beach

Located in Fernandina Beach, this condo is on the beach. Fort Clinch State Park and Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum and Island Falls Golf. Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Amelia Island Nature Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fernandina Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fernandina Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peters Point Beachfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • American Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Fort Clinch State Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sliders Seaside Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Reef | Cozy Hideaway | Private Patio | Located Steps from the Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fernandina Beach, Seaside Park and Fernandina Beach Golf Club. Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum and Island Falls Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patrick C.

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

Amelia island

Nice place. Great location. Beautiful beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren i.

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

Beautiful, Clean, beautiful walk to beach.

We loved staying here and would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Highly Recommend!

We enjoyed our stay so much. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

william T.

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

Great

All was great except one towel holder was loose in the bathroom. My wife was so taken with it she can't stop talking about how we enjoyed it. Looking maybe to be an annual thing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy and Ben W.

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

Great location

The unit is very clean and comfortable. Location to the beach is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Perfect little getaway

The Reef was the perfect spot for our family getaway. Everything was very nice and very clean. The location was perfect for time on the beach. Loved that we were so close to great restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista E.

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

Beautiful condo and great location

This cozy condo was just perfect for my mother and I. It was beautifully remodeled. It was also just steps away from the beach. Exactly what we were looking for a long weekend get away. Will rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg H.

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

The Reef

Great location and room. Was perfect for my wife and I. Owner was very responsive to questions and we even had a nice bottle of wine when we arrived. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

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

Convenient and close to the beach

Clean, convenient and easy to access. Wish there were tvs in the bedroom. Cute, small but all we needed. Just as pictured
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

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

The reef

We loved the location and decor ! Communication was good, other guests were friendly! The outdoor shower was lovely when coming back from the beach, it would be a big improvement for both properties to have access to the pool since they share a boardwalk. The binder was very helpful also, but could be upgraded since Area 51 is closed and Cantina Louie’s was overcrowded , but the service was decent! We enjoyed are staying at the reef and would come back to stay at duke’s beach house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Cozy and ideal location

Small but clean and easy beach access. Love having the chairs, tables and grills so too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent M.

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

Excellent, Cozy & Comfortable

The Reef was perfect for what we were looking for. Had all the essential needed. Very cozy & comfortable. Excellent place to stay. Just a note, the battery for the smoke detector is dying as it kept beeping through out the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Great place!

This place is exactly as promised in the listing. Very clean, great location. Loved that we had private access to the beach. Very close driving distance to plenty of restaurants and stores. The owners were wonderful! Very responsive when we reached out with questions. HIGHLY recommend this place :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

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

great for a small family getaway at the beach

The unit was clean and a good size for our family of 2 adults and 2 young kids. The location was great for easy access to the beach across the boardwalk. The beach was wide and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mick M.

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

Bright and Clean

Enjoyed our stay at the Reef. Unit was in a great location, very sunny and clean. I worked remote and the Wi-Fi was flawless. The communication from the owners was excellent. Only two minor issues: The bed was squeaky and the dehumidifier was a little loud at night for such a small space. That said, we would stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

A Wonderful Getaway

Jenny and Mark were very helpful anytime I messaged them for any questions! Their place was very clean, convenient to everything, and well stocked. Love staying on the beach! Also, a cold bottle of wine was waiting on us when we arrived. Such a wonderful surprise!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura I.

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

Quick trip away from the cold of TN

Our stay was great! We were welcomed in the room by a bottle of wine and a clean well supplied place to stay. Location was convenient to downtown, walking distance to some restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

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

Great getaway on Amelia Island

The Reef was a great getaway over the holiday weekend. The unit is beautifully decorated and furnished with everything you need for your stay. The bottle of wine was an unexpected but appreciated surprise. There is some construction going on next door--it was quiet over the weekend but work resumed bright and early the next day. It looks like most of the exterior work is almost finished, so hopefully this will not be an issue for much longer. The unit worked really well for a couple--cute and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

As advertised!

What a great place! Matt and Jenny were great hosts! We loved the property. The renovation was beautifully done! Great amenities. Right by the beach. Private and quiet. Beds could use updating, but overall, hands down the best property we have stayed at. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

Unit D

Great location, very clean, nice boardwalk to the beach. Great for two adults and small pet
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

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

The Reef at dukes beach house unit D

Nice location. Cleanliness excellent. Boardwalk pier to the beach in excellent condition. Very enjoyable stay for two adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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

14th anniversary

Very nice little apartment, perfect for 2 maybe 4 people. It’s not an ocean view location but its so close to the beach that it didn’t really matter! It’s a short drive to historic downtown and the beach was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

Short Getaway to Amelia

We had a great break at the beach after a busy 6 months. We enjoyed the facility overall, nice and clean and comfortable for just us two. I though and maybe incorrectly there was a patio with a view to relax on, little surprised the apartment was sort of tucked in the middle of the building. But it was good and we enjoyed the time Thanks Steve
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Cute Rental, Great Location but unit is small

Cute Rental, Great Location but unit is small. We enjoyed our stay and the host was very helpful. The unit is updated and a great place to stay. My family of three plus my dad stayed and it suited our need perfectly. The only slight inconvenience is that the laundry is shared between 4 units and there is no dishwasher. 5 star rental and ownership.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diedrich S.

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

Great Place with beach access

Really nice place, may be a little tight for 4 adults, but for 2 of us and a small dog it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barefoot Amelia Beach Rentals

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We are a boutique vacation rental company located on Amelia Island. Our properties are all located along the beach with high-end finishes, plush linens, modern amenities, and the perfect beachy decor for your vacation!

We live on the island full-time with our son, Miles, and 90 lbs. dog, Duke. Jenny grew up here and Matt is from nearby Jacksonville. We spent 7 years in Atlanta before moving back to be closer to family and the beach!

Armed with local knowledge, we are able to provide answers to any of your questions to help make planning and enjoying your stay a breeze. We know that you will fall in love with this little island and everything it has to offer!

- Matt and Jenny

What makes this property unique

Amenities:
• Complimentary beach towels
• 2 hair dryers in unit
• Free on-site parking
• Charcoal grills
• Outdoor dining areas
• Laundry machines available on the property
• Free high speed Wi-Fi – no problem with video conferencing, zoom meetings, etc.
• Large HD TV with cable and Roku

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests