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Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility

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Beautifully Decorated, Inviting Living Room
Dine Alfresco on Your Private Patio
Bright and Open Kitchen with Plenty of Counterspace
Bar Seating Provides Additional Gathering Area
Spacious Entryway

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6197.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Fernandina Beach, FL
  • Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Fort Clinch State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Amelia Island Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Queen Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Twin Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility

Discover relaxation at its finest at Ocean View Villas, hosted by Stay Better Vacations. Nestled on the serene North End of Amelia Island, this condo offers a peaceful retreat for families & friends seeking a laid-back beach getaway. Conveniently located near Main Beach, with easy access to a range of activities, including miniature golf, playgrounds, a skate park, basketball courts, and beachfront dining. The beach is just a short walk away, allowing you to enjoy the sands and waves in no time.

This spacious condo is a perfect retreat for families or groups seeking comfort and relaxation. The primary suite features a private ensuite bathroom with a jetted tub and a walk-in shower for a soothing end to your day. The two guest bedrooms also offer convenient access to their own bathrooms, with one furnished with a queen bed and the other with two twin beds, ensuring comfort and privacy for all. The tastefully decorated, open-concept living area provides a cozy space to unwind, watch TV, or share conversations. The large dining table, is ideal for family meals or game nights.

​​​​​​​Step outside to the spacious patio, which overlooks a lush, grassy area where you might spot local tortoises. It's an ideal setting for morning coffee or a quiet evening. With practical amenities like a full-size washer and dryer, free Wi-Fi, and a fully equipped kitchen, your stay will be both comfortable and convenient.

It's worth noting that this complex does not feature a pool. However, with the beach and a multitude of activities nearby, you'll have plenty to keep you engaged during your stay at Ocean View Villas 1B.

You'll have a 'better' stay with Stay Better Vacations!

• No Pool
• Elevator
• 1 King Bed
• 2 Twin Beds
• 1 Queen Bed
• Quick Walk to Beach & Restaurants
• Fireplace is Decorative and Not for Use
• TWO Garage Parking Spots - (HOA Rules)

BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! The digital guestbook you'll receive after booking provides you with DIRECTIONS, ADDRESS, MAPS, PARKING, AMENITIES INCLUDED, A LOCAL AREA GUIDE - with many of our favorites - and much, much more!

ADDED AMENITY: BEACH GEAR CREDIT
Stay Better Vacations partners with VayKLife, a beach gear delivery service, to offer beach gear rentals to our guests. Reservations of 2 to 21 nights at this property include a $42/night credit for select beach gear rentals. Available items vary by property but may include beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, kayaks, paddleboards, and more - the choice is yours!

IT'S ADVISABLE to purchase travel insurance to safeguard your vacation investment. Additionally, please be aware that we don't offer refunds or rescheduling for bookings impacted by inclement weather, including tropical storms or hurricanes.

--IT'S AN ISLAND THING--
Discover the allure of tranquil Amelia Island, nestled in Northeast Florida and embraced by Southern hospitality. Amelia Island beckons you with pristine beaches to the east, breathtaking marshes to the west, and island charm throughout. Conveniently accessible from Jacksonville International Airport, AI invites you to explore 13 miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife, meandering walking and biking trails, the historic Fort Clinch State Park, and captivating sunsets.

Embrace your adventurous side with activities like golfing, kayaking, boating, and fishing. Delight your taste buds by exploring culinary treasures to include fresh shrimp & seafood found in locally-owned eateries and fine restaurants. Whether you seek relaxation on the shore or crave indulgence through spa treatments, Amelia Island promises to fulfill your desires.

Registration: RRDP-000618-2021

Property manager

Stay Better Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 deadlock

About the area

Fernandina Beach

Located in Fernandina Beach, this condo is near the beach. Omni Amelia Island Resort Golf and Fernandina Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmetto Walk Shopping Village and Shoppes At Amelia Concourse. Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum 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 Main Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fernandina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Clinch State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Amelia Island Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seaside Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moon River Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mocama Beer Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Palace Saloon - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Island Retreat: Discover Tranquility located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is steps away from Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Fernandina Beach. Fort Clinch State Park and Amelia Island Lighthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila U.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Regan B.

Girls Trip

Ocean View Villas 1B was a perfect spot for our girls trip. We had teenagers to 70 with us and it was a great fit. The size of the villa, location to beach, restaurants and the historic district was ideal. The villa also had beach chairs, towels and the essentials (coffee, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags...) ready for us at arrival. Communication was great, but we never really needed anything. Only negative was the AC was hard to manage...either really cold or nothing was coming out and the skate park nearby was a little loud, neither of these would keep me from returning. All in all, great location and the finishes inside the villa were perfect for what we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Rod A.

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

Beautiful location, extremely clean and convenient.

You have everything you need and including plenty of room for family and relaxation. The hosts made everything comfortable and the property is beautifully decorated and complete. We were there for a death in the family and returning back to the condo in the evening was comfortable and restful. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Excellent

The rental was beautiful and the location could not be better! We really appreciated the quick response from you all and Dustin when we could not get things to work. We loved our stay. Thank you for a great vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Great stay!

The check on process was smooth, as was communication with the manager. Every thing was clearly outlined in materials we received prior to our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Beautiful property

We stayed at the property for 4 nights. The check in/check out process was super easy. Communication with the property management staff was excellent. We loved the location - close to the beach, but not too close! Everything we needed to make our stay great was available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian V.

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

Wonderful convienent location and spacious condo

We had a wonderful stay! Location is great to all attractions. Condo is spacious and clean. We enjoyed our time here very much. We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Wonderful stay at Ocean View Villas

Unit was beautiful, nicely decorated, clean and comfortable. We went with two couples, plenty of room, would be a nice place for families. Short walk to the beach and park area, short drive into town. Nice to have two dedicated parking spaces, would definitely stay there again!

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Girls' Trip

Great space for a gathering of women. The unit was very clean, modern and had everything we needed. The location was perfect - walkable to the main beach and restaurants there and an easy drive to the town of Fernandina for shopping, dining and exploring the riverfront and the historic area. Communication with the owners about access, etc. went smoothly. Everyone wants to go back and stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Family get together

He really enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean. Everything we needed in the kitchen was provided. Would stay there again. The bets were just fine. I was a little nervous. They might be too firm, but they were fine. The only thing I could say I would’ve liked a little bit more comfortable pillow, but besides that it was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Our stay was wonderful

I honestly can't find anything that could have been improved upon here. I stayed with my husband and three older sons. The unit was spacious, clean and so welcoming. It's so close to the beach and two casual restaurants. We would absolutely rent here again. It was also a great value.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Amazing

We absolutely LOVE this rental. It was for a surprise birthday weekend. We walked in and felt at home. it's well kept, comfortable, and like home. We will be looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara m., Satellite Beach usa

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

Great get away

House very clean and tastefully furnished. Lots of dishes, cooking utensils, nice appliances. Great location , ocean view, 3 minute walk to beach, deer and gofer tortoise outside our patio. Short walk to Salt Life restaurant. Loved the gated parking. Immediate response from maintenance when one garage door opener didn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

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

Amazing stay in Amelia Island

This property was beautifully decorated, clean and modern. It is steps away from the beach and an excellent restaurant. Such a quaint downtown. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L., Coral Springs, Fl

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

A great girl’s getaway at the beach!

My friends and I take a girl’s trip every year and decided to take a quiet beach trip this year. This property had everything we were looking for. It was clean, comfortable, and centrally located. A few steps to the beach (we highly recommend you reserve chairs and umbrellas through the rental service…it was lovely jsut showing up and having it all set up for us). We had fabulous meals in the downtown area and also jsut enjoyed the porch for hours. The house is fully stocked and accommodated us so well. Yes, the beds are firm, but it didn’t bother us at all! Greta communication with Stacie and a Greta experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Mom’s birthday and Shrimp fest

Beautiful property with deer roaming the back yard. The layout of the condo offered privacy to each guest. The music and lights on was a very welcoming touch. Instruction for check in were prompt and detailed. I would highly recommend to others. Thank you for a wonderful experience. My only suggestions are maybe a shared cart in garage to use to load and unload. But not a big deal as the elevator is close.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

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

Excellent stay!

Clean, spacious, well equipped, easy access to beach, just as advertised. Enjoyed our stay! Agree with other reviewers that beds very firm.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Drue R.

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

Second stay at this property - perfect!

We've been at this property twice for girl's weekend - two elderly and two middle aged ladies. Perfect for our needs and beyond. This is a beautifully maintained condo with tons of space for 4 people. Furniture is very comfortable including couch, chairs and beds. Very clean and well appointed kitchen. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Five Star Stay

Such a wonderful property right off the beach and near Ft. Clinch nature park. Within 2 miles of charming, historic downtown Fernandina Beach. Stacy was an amazing host and communication was excellent! Will definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam b.

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

This was a fabulous VRBO! Location was great. Unit was fantastic.

We could not have chosen a better place. Location was fantastic. Unit was huge. Very clean. The beach, great places to eat close by, about a minute drive to down town and we saw deer right out the back door as we were located right next to the Fort Clinch State Park. 100% positive we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Great location and well-appointed

We really enjoyed our stay. We are a family of 5 and the beds setup was perfect- our girls shared the twin room and our son had the room next to them, and we loved that we could shut both the bedroom doors and the rooms to the hallway to avoid waking them up. A previous reviewer mentioned how firm the beds are- they weren't kidding. That was kind of tough for us but it's such personal preference that I don't blame the owners. Location is really wonderful- very easy access to Main Beach, the entrance to Fort Clinch, and 8-10 minutes from downtown. We enjoyed our first visit to the island!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

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

Excellent Location

Most everything was great about this place. Location, cleanliness, etc. My only downside was the king mattress was a little firm for me; although my fiancé’ liked it:). You can’t go wrong renting this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marion F.

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

Georgia visitors

Everything was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Better than expected

Very nice that the write up/ description exceeded our expectations. Stay better vacations did a great job managing our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stay Better Vacations

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OUR primary goal is you, our guest. Each rental we manage is individually owned and our team, composed of locals who have lived here for over 20 years, work in tandem with the owner to present a thoughtful, clean, and maintained vacation rental. We truly care about your experience while staying with us. You'll quickly discover that communication, accessibility and service earns us the most honored form of recognition - returning guests.

Your safety matters: our digital lock system ensures a unique code for each guest's stay.

Why they chose this property

Why Stay in a Vacation Rental instead of a Hotel?

•A place to call home
•Larger, more comfortable living space
•Instacart, Shipt, Door Dash, and Grub Hub available
•Washer/dryer so you don’t go home with dirty laundry
•Fully equipped kitchen means no big eating-out expense
•Multiple units in the complex to accommodate larger families

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests