Title: Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=7156&destination=Fernandina+Beach%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=120862907&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach ## Photo gallery for Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach ![On the beach - Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach (Fernandina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863000/120862907/w2048h1363x0y0-c08d47d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach (Fernandina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863000/120862907/8f184dab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach (Fernandina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863000/120862907/5d0ae94a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach (Fernandina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863000/120862907/0c75a3a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach (Fernandina Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120863000/120862907/a2b017c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Omni Amelia Island Resort Golf, Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroom680 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach Welcome to 271 Sandcastles in the oceanfront Sandcastles Community at Amelia Island Plantation, hosted by Stay Better Vacations. This first-floor retreat offers a private patio just steps from the pool and beach access over the dunes. Enjoy the oceanside pool, pristine beaches, and scenic walking and biking trails. With easy access to the conference center and local attractions, this serene retreat is perfect for a relaxing getaway or an adventurous escape. Perfect for two, this first-floor studio offers a cozy retreat with the pool just beyond your patio and the beach path only steps away. Relax in the inviting living area, enjoy meals at the dining table for two or the kitchen bar, and rest easy in the queen bed. This studio includes a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo for your convenience. The kitchen includes everything you need for a simple stay—a full-size fridge, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. Step outside to your private patio with a bistro table, perfect for quiet mornings with coffee or evenings under the stars. Whether you're here for a quick getaway or attending a conference at the nearby Omni Resort, this space is the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Please note: This first-floor studio does require some stairs for access, though using the ramp eliminates most of them. The shared laundry room is just a few doors away, with washers and dryers available free of charge. An ice machine is located on the ground floor. This location offers everything you need for a carefree vacation. Just park and unwind. Within the resort, explore parks, playgrounds, a walkable par-3 golf course, and amenities like free pickleball, basketball, and ping pong at Drummond Park. Stroll the boardwalks along the salt marsh or catch a sunset at Walkers Landing. Enjoy spa services, boutique shopping, and dining at The Shops at Omni Amelia Island, with bike or golf cart rentals for even more ways to explore. You'll have a 'better' stay with Stay Better Vacations! • Elevator • First Floor • 1 Queen Bed • Oceanside Pool (not heated) • Shared Laundry Room Outside Unit • Bike, Segway, Golf Cart rentals on-site • Three Stairs Required after Elevator to Access Floor • Walking distance to Omni Amelia Island Resort Hotel • Motorcycles Are Not Allowed in AIP (parking available near Security Gate) Please note that this property is not affiliated with Omni Amelia Island Resort and does not grant access to "resort privileges or amenities" such as the main Omni hotel pool, fitness center, or shuttle service. Access to Racquet Park is restricted to club members and their guests, except for lesson or clinic bookings. 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 provide rentals for our guests. Reservations of 2–21 nights through 10/31/26 at this property include a $20/night credit for select gear. Options vary by property and may include chairs, umbrellas, bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and more. To have gear ready on your first day, place your order by 2 PM the day before arrival. Orders placed after this cannot be delivered the next day, and same-day delivery is not available. Free delivery is included with purchases $30 over your credit; otherwise, a $10 delivery fee applies. 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 680 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1620000/1615600/1615501/4f2819e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amelia Hotel at the Beach Fernandina Beach - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 2,107 reviews CA $173 CA $201 total includes taxes & fees Mar 19 - Mar 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=1615501&PinnedHotelID=1615501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/798500/798447/bafdb582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Villas of Amelia Island Fernandina Beach - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 994355 ## About the area Located in Fernandina Beach, this condo is on the beach. Amelia Island Nature Center and Island Falls Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmetto Walk Shopping Village and Shoppes At Amelia Concourse. Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Fernandina Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fernandina-Beach.dx7156) [View more Condo rentals in Jacksonville](https://www.expedia.ca/Jacksonville-Condos.d602997-aaCondos.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%7C30.55792%2C-81.44355&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9O-xSikRGqORzpQAo79HWdlaCso=) Fernandina Beach, FL ### What's nearby - ![FernandinaBeach_AmeliaIslandNatureCenter_553248621532654622_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532654622/924ac860-e079-41e2-912b-538d372322f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Amelia Island Nature Center 11 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![FernandinaBeach_AmericanBeach_553248621561735369_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561735369/e3227dd8-1dca-47cd-95c9-31cc2904db76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) American Beach 3 min drive \- 3.4 km - Segway of Amelia Island 11 min walk \- 0.9 km - Omni Amelia Island Resort Golf 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Cliff Drysdale Tennis at Amelia Island Resort 20 min walk \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) 47 min drive ### Restaurants - Kismet Coffee 6 min drive - Circle K 13 min drive - Seaglass at Omni Amelia Island Resort 4 min walk - Cantina Louie 13 min drive - The Surf Restaurant & Bar 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach have a pool? ### Is Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach? ### What time is check-out at Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach? ### Where is Studio Retreat | Next to Pool & Steps to Beach located? ## Have a question? 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