Charming Historic Renovated Beach Cottage - Walk/Bike to Heart of Jax Beach
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About this property
Ready to relax and enjoy the beach lifestyle? Sunshine Cottage is waiting for you! This 2 bedroom, 1 bath charmer was built in 1930 and is located in a quiet area 6 blocks from the refreshing Atlantic Ocean. That's a short 10 minute walk be...
Location
Located in Jacksonville Beach, this cottage is near a water park and near the beach. Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve and Fort Caroline National Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at TPC Sawgrass and Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. Ready for a night out? Consider Lynch's Irish Pub and Blue Jay Listening Room. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Pet Friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee / Tea Maker
Cable / Satellite TV
Microwave
Hair Dryer
Guest reviews of Charming Historic Renovated Beach Cottage - Walk/Bike to Heart of Jax Beach
9.8
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Across reviews, Charming Historic Renovated Beach Cottage - Walk/Bike to Heart of Jax Beach is praised for its walkable, quiet location near the beach and restaurants, a well equipped historic home with modern touches, and attentive, welcoming hosts.
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Across reviews, Charming Historic Renovated Beach Cottage - Walk/Bike to Heart of Jax Beach is praised for its walkable, quiet location near the beach and restaurants, a well equipped historic home with modern touches, and attentive, welcoming hosts.
Guests repeatedly highlight cleanliness, thoughtful amenities like bikes and beach gear, reliable Wi-Fi, and dog friendly touches such as a fenced backyard and inviting porch spaces. Comments occasionally note the compact size and minor wear or maintenance quirks, but these were rare and did not overshadow positive stays. Expect a comfortable, convenient base for a relaxed beachside visit.
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Facilities
Many reviews appreciate provided bikes and beach gear, plus outdoor spaces like a fenced backyard and screened or front porch for relaxing or pets.
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James H.
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Sunshine Cottage was the perfect place for a beach getaway. The house is stocked with all the amenities you would need for the beach. Having the bikes and the beach chairs already there, made for much easier travel and packing. The house is conveniently located to great beach access and centrally located to all the needed places in town. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Sunshine Cottage was the perfect place for a beach getaway. The house is stocked with all the amenities you would need for the beach. Having the bikes and the beach chairs already there, made for much easier travel and packing. The house is conveniently located to great beach access and centrally located to all the needed places in town. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
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Tracy A.
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This home was very nice and we loved all the small touches the homeowners did to make us feel welcome. Very well kept, clean, and convenient. The homeowners thought of everything we might would need! Enjoyed the bicycles provided as a means to get around the area! Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area! Thanks for allowing us to borrow your house for our trip to visit the Church of Eleven22!
This home was very nice and we loved all the small touches the homeowners did to make us feel welcome. Very well kept, clean, and convenient. The homeowners thought of everything we might would need! Enjoyed the bicycles provided as a means to get around the area! Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area! Thanks for allowing us to borrow your house for our trip to visit the Church of Eleven22!
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Kim F.
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 14 nights
The Sunshine Cottage was a great home away from home for our family of 4 during our 2 week stay in the area. The owners have decorated the cottage perfectly and thought of/provided every detail we needed. The screened in porch and back patio were favorite spots in the early morning. I appreciated the extra towels and updated kitchen/accessories. The owners were very responsive and professional when we had questions. The only suggestion for future improvements would be a new Queen mattress. The current mattress creeks when someone moves, which is not good for sleep in a shared bed.
The Sunshine Cottage was a great home away from home for our family of 4 during our 2 week stay in the area. The owners have decorated the cottage perfectly and thought of/provided every detail we needed. The screened in porch and back patio were favorite spots in the early morning. I appreciated the extra towels and updated kitchen/accessories. The owners were very responsive and professional when we had questions. The only suggestion for future improvements would be a new Queen mattress. The current mattress creeks when someone moves, which is not good for sleep in a shared bed.
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dewey t.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolute great property. Owner thought of everything. Left a welcoming bottle of wine. Great location if you don’t have to be right on the beach. Great fenced in back yard which our pup loved. Will definitely stay here again.
Absolute great property. Owner thought of everything. Left a welcoming bottle of wine. Great location if you don’t have to be right on the beach. Great fenced in back yard which our pup loved. Will definitely stay here again.
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Terry J.
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
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Gene B.
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
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John W.
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 29 nights
We had a wonderful month at Sunshine cottage! Very close to the beachbut in a quiet nice neighborhood. We loved theCottage and also the bikes and front porch weregreat.
We had a wonderful month at Sunshine cottage! Very close to the beachbut in a quiet nice neighborhood. We loved theCottage and also the bikes and front porch weregreat.
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Carol O.
Apr 30, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
This quaint cottage is located in a nice neighborhood good for walking a dog. It's an easy walk to the beach or if you decide to drive, parking during the week in the town parking lots is usually free. My dog loved spending time exploring the fenced backyard.
This quaint cottage is located in a nice neighborhood good for walking a dog. It's an easy walk to the beach or if you decide to drive, parking during the week in the town parking lots is usually free. My dog loved spending time exploring the fenced backyard.
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Todd E.
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The house was just perfect for me, my wife, and adult son. We stayed 3 nights so our son could become aquainted with the area he is moving to. Location is great for the beach, restaurants, and things to do. The fact that all beach supplies are provided is great for those flying in. Very glad we picked this property.
The house was just perfect for me, my wife, and adult son. We stayed 3 nights so our son could become aquainted with the area he is moving to. Location is great for the beach, restaurants, and things to do. The fact that all beach supplies are provided is great for those flying in. Very glad we picked this property.
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dewey t.
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
This was our second stay at this property and was great again. Location is great. Easy walking distance to beach, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Jax Braus House which has best brunch in Jacksonville. House is well furnished and and fenced backyard was great for our dog.
This was our second stay at this property and was great again. Location is great. Easy walking distance to beach, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Jax Braus House which has best brunch in Jacksonville. House is well furnished and and fenced backyard was great for our dog.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the cottage as very clean and well cared for, with plenty of fresh towels and linens.
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Tom S.
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
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Lisa J T.
Jan 2, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This cottage is delightfully charming! It was perfect for our family of three. Located in a quiet neighborhood, we easily walked to the beach every day. It is close to groceries and dining. The cottage is immaculately clean and modern with all the charm of a beach home with gorgeous woodwork, floors, doors, and tile. We loved the firm but comfortable beds and the plush towels. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our dog and we enjoyed relaxing there in the warm sun. We felt warmly welcomed by our hosts. We could not ask for a better experience!
This cottage is delightfully charming! It was perfect for our family of three. Located in a quiet neighborhood, we easily walked to the beach every day. It is close to groceries and dining. The cottage is immaculately clean and modern with all the charm of a beach home with gorgeous woodwork, floors, doors, and tile. We loved the firm but comfortable beds and the plush towels. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our dog and we enjoyed relaxing there in the warm sun. We felt warmly welcomed by our hosts. We could not ask for a better experience!
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Michael P.
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a decent time at the place, very clean, everything is there. We came from Switzerland, took a longer trip and can compare different places now. What you have to know for this one: everything in the USA is XL, the pictures make the place look like an L, but it is actually an S! For our teenagers and us it was a bit too tiny. Having one bathroom with a shower that barely fulfilled it’s needs, we wouldn’t want to spend a whole week. The bigger problem was the neighbor next door. He had his friends over for a nice techno party on Friday night and cranked the speakers far beyond midnight. The other house is so close, that our bed was vibrating. Since he didn’t open the door, we ended up calling the police, what was very effective. Also to mention: everything is getting a bit old, paint coming off the ceiling, the bikes and other stuff in the shed halfbroken or mouldy, the locks on several doors not really functioning. The beds were good and firm, the beach not far, grocery store around the corner….
We had a decent time at the place, very clean, everything is there. We came from Switzerland, took a longer trip and can compare different places now. What you have to know for this one: everything in the USA is XL, the pictures make the place look like an L, but it is actually an S! For our teenagers and us it was a bit too tiny. Having one bathroom with a shower that barely fulfilled it’s needs, we wouldn’t want to spend a whole week. The bigger problem was the neighbor next door. He had his friends over for a nice techno party on Friday night and cranked the speakers far beyond midnight. The other house is so close, that our bed was vibrating. Since he didn’t open the door, we ended up calling the police, what was very effective. Also to mention: everything is getting a bit old, paint coming off the ceiling, the bikes and other stuff in the shed halfbroken or mouldy, the locks on several doors not really functioning. The beds were good and firm, the beach not far, grocery store around the corner….
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Tracy A.
Jul 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This home was very nice and we loved all the small touches the homeowners did to make us feel welcome. Very well kept, clean, and convenient. The homeowners thought of everything we might would need! Enjoyed the bicycles provided as a means to get around the area! Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area! Thanks for allowing us to borrow your house for our trip to visit the Church of Eleven22!
This home was very nice and we loved all the small touches the homeowners did to make us feel welcome. Very well kept, clean, and convenient. The homeowners thought of everything we might would need! Enjoyed the bicycles provided as a means to get around the area! Would definitely stay here again if we are in the area! Thanks for allowing us to borrow your house for our trip to visit the Church of Eleven22!
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CATHY E.
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I've had my eye on this location for a very long time and it is always booked so it was a real treat to finally stay at this historic house. Very clean, great location, plenty of towels look forward to our next stay fingers crossed.
I've had my eye on this location for a very long time and it is always booked so it was a real treat to finally stay at this historic house. Very clean, great location, plenty of towels look forward to our next stay fingers crossed.
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Hugh C.
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This house is wonderful. Charming older home with updates. Very clean and well cared for. Excellent location! Very short walk to Parlor Doughnuts. Very close to Jax beach fishing pier and park with great restaurants. Would recommend Jekyll Brew and Oaxaca! (150 Cleaning Fee and required insurance, but I would probably ask for this too). Wonderful home and location.
This house is wonderful. Charming older home with updates. Very clean and well cared for. Excellent location! Very short walk to Parlor Doughnuts. Very close to Jax beach fishing pier and park with great restaurants. Would recommend Jekyll Brew and Oaxaca! (150 Cleaning Fee and required insurance, but I would probably ask for this too). Wonderful home and location.
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Terry J.
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
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Gene B.
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
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Rooms
Cozy, historic cottage with modern updates and beachy decor; a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and reliable fast Wi-Fi and cable are frequently praised.
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Steven P.
Feb 3, 2023
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Stayed 28 nights
It is perfect. We can walk to the church, Publix, restaurants, the hairdresser, and the beach. I get up before sunrise and can be at the beach walking in about 5 minutes. The cottage is the right size and has fast internet for working at home. It is the best, Steve
It is perfect. We can walk to the church, Publix, restaurants, the hairdresser, and the beach. I get up before sunrise and can be at the beach walking in about 5 minutes. The cottage is the right size and has fast internet for working at home. It is the best, Steve
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Tom S.
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
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Lisa J T.
Jan 2, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
This cottage is delightfully charming! It was perfect for our family of three. Located in a quiet neighborhood, we easily walked to the beach every day. It is close to groceries and dining. The cottage is immaculately clean and modern with all the charm of a beach home with gorgeous woodwork, floors, doors, and tile. We loved the firm but comfortable beds and the plush towels. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our dog and we enjoyed relaxing there in the warm sun. We felt warmly welcomed by our hosts. We could not ask for a better experience!
This cottage is delightfully charming! It was perfect for our family of three. Located in a quiet neighborhood, we easily walked to the beach every day. It is close to groceries and dining. The cottage is immaculately clean and modern with all the charm of a beach home with gorgeous woodwork, floors, doors, and tile. We loved the firm but comfortable beds and the plush towels. The fenced in back yard was perfect for our dog and we enjoyed relaxing there in the warm sun. We felt warmly welcomed by our hosts. We could not ask for a better experience!
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Michael P.
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We had a decent time at the place, very clean, everything is there. We came from Switzerland, took a longer trip and can compare different places now. What you have to know for this one: everything in the USA is XL, the pictures make the place look like an L, but it is actually an S! For our teenagers and us it was a bit too tiny. Having one bathroom with a shower that barely fulfilled it’s needs, we wouldn’t want to spend a whole week. The bigger problem was the neighbor next door. He had his friends over for a nice techno party on Friday night and cranked the speakers far beyond midnight. The other house is so close, that our bed was vibrating. Since he didn’t open the door, we ended up calling the police, what was very effective. Also to mention: everything is getting a bit old, paint coming off the ceiling, the bikes and other stuff in the shed halfbroken or mouldy, the locks on several doors not really functioning. The beds were good and firm, the beach not far, grocery store around the corner….
We had a decent time at the place, very clean, everything is there. We came from Switzerland, took a longer trip and can compare different places now. What you have to know for this one: everything in the USA is XL, the pictures make the place look like an L, but it is actually an S! For our teenagers and us it was a bit too tiny. Having one bathroom with a shower that barely fulfilled it’s needs, we wouldn’t want to spend a whole week. The bigger problem was the neighbor next door. He had his friends over for a nice techno party on Friday night and cranked the speakers far beyond midnight. The other house is so close, that our bed was vibrating. Since he didn’t open the door, we ended up calling the police, what was very effective. Also to mention: everything is getting a bit old, paint coming off the ceiling, the bikes and other stuff in the shed halfbroken or mouldy, the locks on several doors not really functioning. The beds were good and firm, the beach not far, grocery store around the corner….
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Regina D.
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We arrived after dark and loved how easy it was to get our stuff in the house with no stairs and parking directly in front of the door. Plus it was a well lit in the entrance. We were there for 9 days. My husband was scheduled to have surgery at Mayo Clinic and they required us to be nearby. This house was a very easy 10 minute drive! I found it very easy to get back and forth between Mayo Clinic at all hours of the day with very little traffic. Mostly a straight run there. We also loved that the beach was only about a 10 minute walk away. The grocery store was within walking distance and so was the delicious donut shop! Lots of restaurants within minutes from this house. The couch and beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed! We spent most of our time indoors recovering from my husband’s surgery so we were very happy to have so many TV channels to choose from. The yard size was perfect for pup. The front porch was nice also. Overall we loved this house and would highly recommend it to anyone for vacation or needing a place while recovering from a surgery at the Mayo Climic. It was similar in price to staying at a hotel but so much more comfortable and easy to feel at home. We plan to come back again!
We arrived after dark and loved how easy it was to get our stuff in the house with no stairs and parking directly in front of the door. Plus it was a well lit in the entrance. We were there for 9 days. My husband was scheduled to have surgery at Mayo Clinic and they required us to be nearby. This house was a very easy 10 minute drive! I found it very easy to get back and forth between Mayo Clinic at all hours of the day with very little traffic. Mostly a straight run there. We also loved that the beach was only about a 10 minute walk away. The grocery store was within walking distance and so was the delicious donut shop! Lots of restaurants within minutes from this house. The couch and beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed! We spent most of our time indoors recovering from my husband’s surgery so we were very happy to have so many TV channels to choose from. The yard size was perfect for pup. The front porch was nice also. Overall we loved this house and would highly recommend it to anyone for vacation or needing a place while recovering from a surgery at the Mayo Climic. It was similar in price to staying at a hotel but so much more comfortable and easy to feel at home. We plan to come back again!
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Mahria
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very accurate description online. Charming historic cottage with modern touches. The hosts were so accommodating and friendly. The home is close to the beach and very Walkable to local restaurants as well. Use of the bikes were a plus. Bed was comfortable. Also well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
Very accurate description online. Charming historic cottage with modern touches. The hosts were so accommodating and friendly. The home is close to the beach and very Walkable to local restaurants as well. Use of the bikes were a plus. Bed was comfortable. Also well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
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Alexx B.
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
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Terry J.
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
We absolutely loved the house and especially loved all the beachy decor. This house is decorated just the way I would have decorated it. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. Lots of towels, supplies to get us through the first days, beach chairs and bikes. Everything was in excellent working order and we had a really great time. Would definitely stay there again.
10
Patricia A.
Nov 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
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Gene B.
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
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Service
Hosts are friendly, responsive, and accommodating, with easy booking and thoughtful touches such as welcome wine, coffee, and seasonal decor.
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terry R.
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Sunshine Cottage is exactly what a beach cottage should be! The hosts thought of everything including a welcome bottle of wine! Perfectly located in a quiet neighborhood close enough to the beach and restaurants that it is easily walkable to avoid parking. Great fenced in backyard perfect for the pup or children. We will definitely be back!
Sunshine Cottage is exactly what a beach cottage should be! The hosts thought of everything including a welcome bottle of wine! Perfectly located in a quiet neighborhood close enough to the beach and restaurants that it is easily walkable to avoid parking. Great fenced in backyard perfect for the pup or children. We will definitely be back!
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Robert D.
May 31, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The cottage was just what i hoped for It was inviting and made me and my family feel like home i would recommend this place to anyone and stay here again in the future.... Thank you Shawn & Cindy Fox For a great time. 🙂
The cottage was just what i hoped for It was inviting and made me and my family feel like home i would recommend this place to anyone and stay here again in the future.... Thank you Shawn & Cindy Fox For a great time. 🙂
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Jennifer K.
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Lovely place and owners! 😊 we would stay here again!
Lovely place and owners! 😊 we would stay here again!
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edward b.
Dec 1, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Host was very responsive and courteouse. I highly recommend the location and the host.
Host was very responsive and courteouse. I highly recommend the location and the host.
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dewey t.
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolute great property. Owner thought of everything. Left a welcoming bottle of wine. Great location if you don’t have to be right on the beach. Great fenced in back yard which our pup loved. Will definitely stay here again.
Absolute great property. Owner thought of everything. Left a welcoming bottle of wine. Great location if you don’t have to be right on the beach. Great fenced in back yard which our pup loved. Will definitely stay here again.
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Mahria
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very accurate description online. Charming historic cottage with modern touches. The hosts were so accommodating and friendly. The home is close to the beach and very Walkable to local restaurants as well. Use of the bikes were a plus. Bed was comfortable. Also well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
Very accurate description online. Charming historic cottage with modern touches. The hosts were so accommodating and friendly. The home is close to the beach and very Walkable to local restaurants as well. Use of the bikes were a plus. Bed was comfortable. Also well stocked. Would definitely recommend!
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Alexx B.
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
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Patricia A.
Nov 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
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Gene B.
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
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Andy R.
Dec 29, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Thank you for a wonderful stay. House delivered again, this was our third stay there. Thank you for decorating for Christmas too, the tree was such a nice touch.
Thank you for a wonderful stay. House delivered again, this was our third stay there. Thank you for decorating for Christmas too, the tree was such a nice touch.
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Location
Quiet, safe-feeling neighborhood within easy walking distance to the beach, pier, groceries, and restaurants; also a short, straightforward drive to Mayo Clinic.
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Tom S.
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
A classic east coast beach cottage, very well maintained, furnished, & decorated. Easy walking distance to the Jacksonville Beach pier. A major grocery store and restaurants are nearby, but it's in a quiet neighborhood. All the appliances work. We would definitely stay there again.
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James H.
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Sunshine Cottage was the perfect place for a beach getaway. The house is stocked with all the amenities you would need for the beach. Having the bikes and the beach chairs already there, made for much easier travel and packing. The house is conveniently located to great beach access and centrally located to all the needed places in town. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Sunshine Cottage was the perfect place for a beach getaway. The house is stocked with all the amenities you would need for the beach. Having the bikes and the beach chairs already there, made for much easier travel and packing. The house is conveniently located to great beach access and centrally located to all the needed places in town. Would definitely recommend and stay here again.
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Regina D.
Nov 21, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We arrived after dark and loved how easy it was to get our stuff in the house with no stairs and parking directly in front of the door. Plus it was a well lit in the entrance. We were there for 9 days. My husband was scheduled to have surgery at Mayo Clinic and they required us to be nearby. This house was a very easy 10 minute drive! I found it very easy to get back and forth between Mayo Clinic at all hours of the day with very little traffic. Mostly a straight run there. We also loved that the beach was only about a 10 minute walk away. The grocery store was within walking distance and so was the delicious donut shop! Lots of restaurants within minutes from this house. The couch and beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed! We spent most of our time indoors recovering from my husband’s surgery so we were very happy to have so many TV channels to choose from. The yard size was perfect for pup. The front porch was nice also. Overall we loved this house and would highly recommend it to anyone for vacation or needing a place while recovering from a surgery at the Mayo Climic. It was similar in price to staying at a hotel but so much more comfortable and easy to feel at home. We plan to come back again!
We arrived after dark and loved how easy it was to get our stuff in the house with no stairs and parking directly in front of the door. Plus it was a well lit in the entrance. We were there for 9 days. My husband was scheduled to have surgery at Mayo Clinic and they required us to be nearby. This house was a very easy 10 minute drive! I found it very easy to get back and forth between Mayo Clinic at all hours of the day with very little traffic. Mostly a straight run there. We also loved that the beach was only about a 10 minute walk away. The grocery store was within walking distance and so was the delicious donut shop! Lots of restaurants within minutes from this house. The couch and beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed! We spent most of our time indoors recovering from my husband’s surgery so we were very happy to have so many TV channels to choose from. The yard size was perfect for pup. The front porch was nice also. Overall we loved this house and would highly recommend it to anyone for vacation or needing a place while recovering from a surgery at the Mayo Climic. It was similar in price to staying at a hotel but so much more comfortable and easy to feel at home. We plan to come back again!
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Steve P.
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 29 nights
its the best cottage in a super location
its the best cottage in a super location
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Hugh C.
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This house is wonderful. Charming older home with updates. Very clean and well cared for. Excellent location! Very short walk to Parlor Doughnuts. Very close to Jax beach fishing pier and park with great restaurants. Would recommend Jekyll Brew and Oaxaca! (150 Cleaning Fee and required insurance, but I would probably ask for this too). Wonderful home and location.
This house is wonderful. Charming older home with updates. Very clean and well cared for. Excellent location! Very short walk to Parlor Doughnuts. Very close to Jax beach fishing pier and park with great restaurants. Would recommend Jekyll Brew and Oaxaca! (150 Cleaning Fee and required insurance, but I would probably ask for this too). Wonderful home and location.
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Alexx B.
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
Such a beautiful home in a very safe, secure feeling neighborhood. Very quick, direct walk to the beach. We were fully stocked in the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms with everything we could have needed plus more. They provided wine and coffee!!! Adorable backyard to hang out in, lovely covered porch, cozy sitting rooms, updated kitchen in an old house that had lots of charm and character. Absolutely would recommend anyone to stay here, and will be searching for open dates for ourselves to come back to visit again. Host was extremely kind, hospitable, understanding, and helpful. Cannot say enough great things about our stay and experience start to finish! Thank you!!!
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Patricia A.
Nov 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
Sunshine cottage was an easy walk to the beach and shops. The kitchen was really nice and well stocked. The large dining room table was perfect for my family. Overall Shawn and Cyndi made it easy to reserve and were very accommodating.
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Gene B.
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
I was at the GoRuck headquarters for a competition event. Just a block away, great neighborhood. A few blocks to the beach. Host is great, easily reachable, and no issues at all in that department. Vintage very private two bedroom home that’s tastefully appointed in the contemporary beach vibe. fully stocked pantry and laundry room, everything you might need. Can’t go wrong with this property. Plenty of coffee and tea and all the things that go with coffee service. Pots and pans need updating but dishes, flatware and glassware all excellent. Shed full of beach chairs etc. Gas Grill, private fenced backyard. Awesome screen porch for dining alfresco! Big fluffy towels and sheets all great quality and plenty of extra if needed. Super fast cable internet and cable TV on newer TV’s. Highly recommended.
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John W.
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 29 nights
We had a wonderful month at Sunshine cottage! Very close to the beachbut in a quiet nice neighborhood. We loved theCottage and also the bikes and front porch weregreat.
We had a wonderful month at Sunshine cottage! Very close to the beachbut in a quiet nice neighborhood. We loved theCottage and also the bikes and front porch weregreat.
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dewey t.
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
This was our second stay at this property and was great again. Location is great. Easy walking distance to beach, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Jax Braus House which has best brunch in Jacksonville. House is well furnished and and fenced backyard was great for our dog.
This was our second stay at this property and was great again. Location is great. Easy walking distance to beach, Maple Street Biscuit Company and Jax Braus House which has best brunch in Jacksonville. House is well furnished and and fenced backyard was great for our dog.
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Shari D.
Apr 28, 2026
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Stayed 14 nights
This property was just right for the two of us and our dog. She loved chasing lizards in the fenced in back yard! (she was never able to catch one.) The cottage is old but the kitchen and bathroom have been updated and the floors have been lovingly restored. The property was very clean when we arrived and the two dedicated parking spots were perfect for when we had family visit. The location was great - a short walk to the beach and restaurants. We enjoyed spending time on the front porch and in the back yard.
This property was just right for the two of us and our dog. She loved chasing lizards in the fenced in back yard! (she was never able to catch one.) The cottage is old but the kitchen and bathroom have been updated and the floors have been lovingly restored. The property was very clean when we arrived and the two dedicated parking spots were perfect for when we had family visit. The location was great - a short walk to the beach and restaurants. We enjoyed spending time on the front porch and in the back yard.
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terry R.
Apr 26, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Always a wonderful stay at this adorable little beach cottage. Perfectly located on a quiet street near Jax Beach within walking distance to restaurants, Publix, the beach, and much more!
Always a wonderful stay at this adorable little beach cottage. Perfectly located on a quiet street near Jax Beach within walking distance to restaurants, Publix, the beach, and much more!
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Melanie N.
Mar 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was perfect
Everything was perfect
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Stephanie C.
Mar 10, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
The cutest cottage walking distance from the beach and downtown! Nice and clean and had a good set up with bikes, beach chairs and towels! Seamless check in and check out process! Thank you!
The cutest cottage walking distance from the beach and downtown! Nice and clean and had a good set up with bikes, beach chairs and towels! Seamless check in and check out process! Thank you!
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Todd R.
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Host is wonderful, house is older with lots of charm and character. Back yard was perfect for our pup and host has thought of everything when stocking the house for guests. Thanks so much, we had a wonderful stay.
Host is wonderful, house is older with lots of charm and character. Back yard was perfect for our pup and host has thought of everything when stocking the house for guests. Thanks so much, we had a wonderful stay.
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Check-in from 15:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Charming Historic Renovated Beach Cottage - Walk/Bike to Heart of Jax Beach
Is parking available at the property?
Onsite parking is available for two vehicles.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed, specifically dogs weighing less than 50 pounds, with a maximum of one pet. A pet fee of $100 applies.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.
What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Jacksonville Beach, near a water park and the beach, approximately a 10-minute walk to the Atlantic Ocean. It is close to local landmarks such as Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve and Fort Caroline National Memorial, and activities like jet skiing and kayaking are available nearby.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are permitted, with ages 0-17 allowed to stay for free.
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