Title: 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115979300/115979207/e829fe72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115979300/115979207/c37f0cab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115979300/115979207/facb1ec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115979300/115979207/49ee3932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115979300/115979207/184d2a26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, shopping on site, and a firepit at 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly. With a beachfront location, fishing, and motor boating, this vacation home is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1020 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly Come and stay with us at the Turtle Hut! Enjoy sun-soaked days and relaxing nights, visiting our great local places to dine and shop. Visit us in Jacksonville Beach and stay in this cozy home 8 blocks from the Atlantic Ocean! Such a light & airy place - great backyard for relaxing after a day at the beach or maybe you want to hang out in our garage cave with a variety of games and mini-fridge. We have two Bluetooth Speaker/Lights that are available for use in the garage or if you wish to bring them to the backyard. There is a magnetic screen on the garage door to help minimize bugs when you are enjoying that outdoor space - as well as 2 box fans to help keep the air flow going in our warmer months. The three bedrooms are very comfortable and we have different cozy living areas so you can spread out! Beach Lovers will enjoy being a 15 minute stroll to the beach (get those steps in!) - and we provide the gear so you don't have to figure out how to bring it with you! Pulling the beach wagon we provide, loaded up with some beach chairs, boogie boards, beach towels and your toes are in the sand. Don't forget your sun block! After your day at the beach - come back home and get ready for your fun evening! We have three bikes and keep exploring the great restaurants, shops and breweries that we have around Jax Beach. Bike along 1st Street and find more great places to dine! A few minutes away is the South Beach Park & Sunshine Playground that has everything from basketball & pickle ball courts to a seasonal splash pad Skate Park and Playground. The street in front of our home is a busy one during certain times of day. We are also just up the street from Beaches Baptist Hospital. We do provide sound machines in the bedrooms so you can select from a variety of sounds to help minimize the traffic. Jacksonville Beach is a busy little bustling beach town - especially during our spring & summer seasons! Non-Smoking Property: The entire property is no-smoking. Firewood is not provided. A short drive to Downtown Jacksonville lets you take in sporting events & concerts. OR visit The Seawalk Pavillion for events there too! And the Jax Beach Pier is a lot of fun too! This is a great location to take in the The Players Championships at Sawgrass. You can also take advantage of a Tuc-Tuc and tour the craft breweries around downtown Jacksonville. To learn more about things to see & do, go to www.visitjacksonville.com Grocery Store Options - Whole Foods, Publix and Trader Joe's are all a short distance away! Dog Friendly - dogs less than 30 lbs - additional cleaning/pet hair removal fee required. Pets must be disclosed in advance. Fee is per pet. (Max 2 pets) All dogs are to be treated with Advantage or similar topical flea and tick repellent three (3) days prior to arrival. Fleas and ticks are very rampant in this area and can cause harmful/fatal illness to humans and pets. All items above are the sole responsibility of the dog owner. Failure to disclose the pet in advance will result in a $500 fee. All TV's are Smart TV's - with numerous free viewing options - but don't forget your login info for Hulu, Netflix, Amazon or YouTube TV! Gigabit Wifi Speed! Guest BR 1: King Size Bed Smart TV Guest BR 2: Queen Size Bed Smart TV Guest BR 3: Queen Size Bed Smart TV Living Room: Smart TV Living Room #2: Smart TV Bathrooms: There are 2 full bathrooms with Tub/Shower combos. One is En Suite with the Owner's Suite and the Guest Bathroom is off of the main hallway. Amenities: INCLUDES: Beach Kit - Wagon, beach chairs, boogie boards, beach toys; 3 bikes with lock, beach towels Outdoor firepit - firewood not provided - but is available at Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Publix, etc. Full Kitchen including Keurig, Toaster, Microwave, Dishwasher Linens, Pillows & Bathroom Towels Provided Beach Towels Provided (6) Parking available on driveway. Max - 2 cars We also have a side gravel parking area that we recommend you use due to the traffic on the main street at certain times of day. Great fenced in yard to relax and enjoy! Outdoor Patio furniture, Firepit \*\*Parties are strictly prohibited - as noted in the rental agreement. Penalties will be enforced. The property is monitored by Minut / Noise Aware as noted in the booking agreement. The inside fireplace is not available for use. It is unlawful for a sexual offender or sexual predator to occupy this residence in violation of section 775.215, Florida Statues precluding such residency within 1,000 feet of any school, child care facility, park, or playground. ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE Guest Arrival is anytime 4pm EST or after. If the property is approved for early arrival, you will receive a message letting you know you can arrive early and we will activate the door code. If you do not receive a message, then the arrival will remain at 4pm EST. Guest Departure is anytime 10am EST or before. If you have not departed by this time and do not have written prior approval for a late departure, you will be assessed a $50 late departure fee for every 30 minute delay. The Cleaning Services we use schedule their teams for multiple cleans in advance and any unplanned delays create issues. With unscheduled/unapproved late departures, they are required to bring in additional team members to assist, which incurs a higher cost that must be charged. Any requests made for a late departure must be made a minimum of 24 hours in advance of departure time and are subject to approval/availability. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Bicycles - Fishing - Golf - Motor boating - Optional golf privileges - Shopping - Tennis - Golfing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 1,020 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 16168 ## About the area Located in Jacksonville Beach, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Cradle Creek Preserve and Dutton Island Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Oceanfront Park and Adventure Landing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jacksonville Beach Tennis Center or UNF Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Jacksonville Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Jacksonville-Beach.dx8196) [View more Vacation homes in Jacksonville](https://www.expedia.ca/Jacksonville-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602997-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.27201%2C-81.39550&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5EC9XWTM9HFEDAH8kfJTbmThCdE=) Jacksonville Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Huguenot Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Oceanfront Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Northeast Florida Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Jacksonville Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Mayo Clinic Florida - 7 min drive - 7.7 km ### Getting around - Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk - ‪Greater Beaches VFW Post 3270 - ‬12 min walk - ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min walk - ‪Cruisers Grill - ‬11 min walk - ‪Bold Bean Coffee - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly located? > Located in Jacksonville Beach, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 15-minute walk of South Beach Park and Sunshine Playground, Atlantic Beach, and Huguenot Park. Jacksonville Beach Tennis Center and Pablo Plaza Shopping Center are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question