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Northeast Florida Retreat

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Pool
Living area
Pool
Game room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Jacksonville, FL
  • The Avenues
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville Naval Air Station
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. Johns Town Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Northeast Florida Retreat

Experience an authentic, relaxing vacation retreat in the heart of Jacksonville. Located just off 295 and in a very central location. 3 bedrooms on one side of the home and two bedrooms on another side of the home with common areas in the middle. During your stay, you will have access to the pool, which is ideal for some fun pool time after spending some time at the nearby mini golf course. This house offers everything for a great family vacation or weekend getaway.

Available when needed

Mandarin is a neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida's Duval County, at the city's southernmost point. It is situated across from Orange Park on the eastern bank of the St. Johns River.

Guests will have full access to the house.

Our putt putt pool home sleeps 10. Full kitchen (fridge w/freezer, microwave, dishes, silverware, and coffee maker), towels, sheets, etc. Wifi is included with a flat-screen TV. Has 5 bedrooms with 3 queen - 1 full - 1 bunk bed (twin and full). Some of the amenities we have include:

**Smart TVs available
**Mini Golf
**Pool
**Pool Table
**Grill
**W/D
** Fridge
** Microwave
** Free on premise parking
**Coffee pot with coffee, cream, and sugar
** Eating Utensils
**Laptop-friendly workspace

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.
●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.

POOL RULES

●Use at Your Own Risk: By using the pool, guests acknowledge and agree that they are using these amenities at their own risk.
●Supervision: For safety reasons, children under the age of 16 must be supervised at all times while using the pool.
●Health & Safety: Guests should not use the pool if they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Please shower before entering the pool to maintain cleanliness.
●Cleanliness: Please ensure that no oils, lotions, or soaps are brought into the pool. This helps maintain the quality of the water for all guests.
●Proper Use: For your safety, please follow all posted guidelines and do not engage in risky behavior in the pool (e.g., diving, rough play).
●Damage: Any damage to the pool caused by misuse will be charged to the guest.

Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay!

Property manager

Andrew + Melody
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Jacksonville

Located in Southside, a neighbourhood in Jacksonville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Mandarin Museum and Theatre Jacksonville are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Florida Theatre and Masonic Temple. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at EverBank Stadium or VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.
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Jacksonville, FL

What's nearby

  • The Avenues - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Jacksonville Naval Air Station - 12 min drive - 15.7 km
  • St. Johns Town Center - 16 min drive - 18.7 km
  • University of North Florida - 16 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Mayo Clinic Florida - 20 min drive - 28.0 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville Station - 30 min drive
  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Main Event Entertainment - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Northeast Florida Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

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 10:00 AM.

Where is Northeast Florida Retreat located?

Located in Southside, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Latitude 30, The Avenues and Mandarin Museum. Mandarin Park and James Road and 103rd Street Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Mary Catherine A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wouldn’t recommend

The house was not as pictured under the booking. Very dirty feeling, don’t walk barefoot unless you want black feet. The outside living was wonderful for our children. Lots to play with outside and pool was fine although not clean, they had fun! When we arrived, management from the VRBO company was still in the house and when she left said there were three major things she had to report but they wouldn’t affect our stay…Our checkout time was 11:00 during booking and we were never told that was going to change until the morning of. Would definitely not book again but it worked for our family to stay this time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

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

Roomy, quiet and safe

Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Joel S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

I would not recommend

To put it succinctly - this property is not accurately represented in the listing. The pictures make this look like a "Florida Retreat" but it is definitely NOT. The neighborhood is crummy. Overall the house feels grimy and grungy. There was a leak under the kitchen sink as well as what looked to be a leak coming from one of the bathtubs. The floor was sticky, the whole place was dingy - holes in the walls and water stains on walls and baseboards throughout. There was a broken set of drawers in one of the closets so my family staying in that room couldn't store their clothes during our stay. Several rooms had ceiling fans/lights that were broken and didn't work properly. There were very few extra blankets in the house so several family members had to use towels on top of them to keep themselves warm. The mattresses are REALLY uncomfortable. The towels in our room had just been bought from Walmart - the tags were still on them, meaning they had not been washed before for our use. To top it all off - even though there are pictures of fire in the fireplace in the listing photos - you are actually not allowed to use the fireplace which was a bummer since it was winter during our visit with temps in the 30's. I could go on and on but the point is that this property was not well represented in the listing, not well taken care of and we definitely don't recommend this house for anyone in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

American L.

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

Crew working out of town

Enjoyed the house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

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

Great

Nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

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

Convenient location for exploring Jacksonville and Navy base

We visited to attend theNavy AirShow. Great location close to base. Grocery stores nearby too. Comfortable house with 5 bedrooms. Great living room and outdoor space to visit with entire family. Great communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Ghost Pirates Invade Iceman Territory

Ready for hockey and went to Jax to watch our Savannah Ghost Pirates in a preseason game against the Icemen. The house, pool, putting green, fire pit, and location were all amazing. We will be booking again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Perfect House

5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

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

Hockey Weekend in Jacksonville

This property is in a quiet neighborhood. Has a nice pool in the fenced backyard. Sreened in porch with TV is were we spent most of our time while the kids played in the pool. 5 bedrooms slept 10 people comfortably. Was about a 20 minute drive to Ice Arena and 35 minutes to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund G.

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

Suite stay

Very nice place, really enjoyed for 4 adults and 6 kids…. And close to places for kids and adults to enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Wedding trip

We really enjoyed our stay close to downtown where the wedding venue was located. The home was perfect for the entire family to relax and get ready for the wedding. We would highly recommend Andrew and Melody as Host their properties are well maintained and bea. We will be using them in the future our next stay to Florida
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Excellent choice

This house was perfect for us! We were in town for a family wedding and the location was perfect! So much space for us inside and out. We never felt like we were on top of each other. The pool was used almost every minute! Easy to check-in and great communication from the hosts. We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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