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Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10

Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Welcome to this peaceful island retreat, situated right on the St. Johns River, where you can enjoy a heated pool and private gym in a fully fenced-in backyard. Complete with an oversized pool deck, grassy yard, and updated dock for great fishing views! Inside the newly updated home features hardwood floors and a brand-new kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10

Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen
A fitness centre, laundry facilities and an arcade/games room are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Other amenities include a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are 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
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Property is also known as

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205313

About the area

Map
Jacksonville, FL

What's nearby

  • Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Mayport Naval Station - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
  • St. Johns Town Center - 21 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Mayo Clinic Florida - 27 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville Station - 25 min drive
  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪American Legion Post 283 - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10 located?

This family-friendly Jacksonville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Yellow Bluff Fort and Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park. Modesky Park and Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Island Retreat - Heated Pool - Sleeps 10 Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Perfect Spot

Had a great mini vacation at the perfect spot in Jacksonville. Just enough away to get peaceful serenity but not so far that you can't make a quick run for beer! We enjoyed swimming in the heated pool, fishing from the dock and taking in the wonderful views. Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

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

April Getaway

Spacious and clean interior accommodations. The property management company was very responsive and communicative throughout our stay. The location is terrific, with great views of the river and occasional dolphins swimming by!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

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

Jacksonville

We had a wonderful time during our stay. Plenty of room for all ten of us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Beautiful property!

We stayed here for the 4th of July week and had a wonderful time. It was very hot that week so the pool was really great! We saw dolphins and really enjoyed the river view. House was very comfortable as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raphael S.

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

Perfect

a very good house for a family quiet place to rest clean house everything very good
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Brandi W.

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

Love this place!!

We really enjoyed our vacation. The location was beyond what we imagined. Love watching the dolphins swim by the dock! The only thing I could say negative about this place is the dock could you a facelift . It’s splintery V so make sure to have shoes on. But other than that it was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pablo Z.

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

90th bday

Nice property in a quiet neighborhood. The property was clean and as advertised. It worked great for our group. Good for families or older adults.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Family trip

We had an amazing stay at this property. The view is absolutely beautiful. We came to visit my brother who just moved to Jacksonville. Had 4 adults and 4 adult kids in the home and a dog. The fenced in yard was wonderful for my dog. If you walk the neighborhood there was a loose dog running around. Overall very enjoyable. House was just as stated and had everything there for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER B.

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

Family vacation

We had such a wonderful time. Everything was perfect. If I had only one complaint it would be that the neighbors require you to be extremely quiet and it made outside time at night tough. One neighbor did come over on our last day and was very kind. Overall it was everything we wanted and needed. Florida Gator baseball was on so we probably cheered too loud. 😂.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Dennis F., South Lyon, Michigan

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

Family Vacation

Location was great. Best fishing we have ever had off a dock. House set up for us was good. Had the pool heated, but still a bit cold when the weather is only 70 degrees outside. Need a little bit more detail on the cleaning - behind chairs, etc. All of us did get many small bites on our legs, arms and necks. Be careful when you are outside by the water as you will get attacked! Kelicia was great! She was available and responsive to all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Riverfront Villa 24

We've used VRBO for several property rentals. This booking went through Opulent Property Management and these folks are first class. Little details add to your check in experience. The house was already set up for us. Lights on, ceiling fans running and music playing. Forgot your toothbrush, no problem. Everything says welcome. The house came as advertised. Very nice home in a quiet neighborhood. Great backyard for kids & pets. Our Golden enjoyed the stay as much as we did. Five stars from us! Jim & Carole
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R., caliifornia

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

Fantastic

Located on the beautiful St Johns River and close to Talbot, Amelia, Fernandina, Jax Beaches and St. Augustine. We enjoyed every minute of our month long stay. Opulent and the owner(Rachel) were great. We fished off our private dock then went swimming in our private pool,. Every room had a TV. The kitchen was well stocked, even had pizza trays. There is an extra freezer and fridge in the garage. Every day we walked our dog around the neighborhood, to be greeted by friendly neighbors. We are gonna give Rachel's Island Retreat 5 stars
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle f.

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

5 stars all around

We booked this house in particular for a relaxing family vacation where we could all just enjoy each other and do some fishing as well. It did not disappoint! The house was very clean and well stocked with all essentials. The beds were all very comfortable. The fishing was great (in spurts....but that's just fishing) and we all really enjoyed the dock for the fishing, dolphin watching, big cargo boat watching, and the sunsets were spectacular! Communication with the property manager prior to our arrival was above and beyond anything that I have previously experienced thru VRBO and it was very much appreciated! The place was perfect for what we were trying to get out of this vacation and I would highly recommend this house. Thanks so much for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina F.

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

Wonderful Fun and Relaxing Vacation

Our stay was incredible. Perfect combination of fun and relaxation. The house is beautiful and well equipped. The setting is amazing with a great fenced back yard which was perfect for our pups, beautiful pool overlooking the St. John's river. We hung out in the pool watching the sunset and wildlife/Dolphins all from the backyard. You do need a car if you plan on doing excursions. For us, that was not a problem and we enjoyed some activities during the day and were able to come back to this paradise home/setting to relax. We toured St. Augustine, did shopping, boating, ghost tour adventures in Ferdinina, went to Mayport to the beaches and also visited close by parks for hiking and hanging at the beach. There are several parks close to the house or you can take the ferry to Mayport. The hosting family is amazing! They helped us with many different things from places to go to spending time getting to know them. I would call them our friends and hope we cross paths again in the future. We also felt very welcomed in the community. The property manager is also amazing and very attentive making sure your escape from reality is truly perfect. We loved it so much that we hope to go back in the future!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nanc W.

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

Dec 2022 Jacksonville, FL

House is as pictured. Kitchen is well stocked for a family cooking three meals a day from scratch. It was short some spoons and a couple cake pans but we bought those and left at the home. The neighborhood was very nice. Neighbors were welcoming and friendly, helpful but not overwhelming. It was quiet and felt safe. A car is a necessity and everything is across the bridge and 15 minutes away. It was easy to ride our bikes around the neighborhood without fear of getting run over or feeling like we were imposing on drivers. Minimal traffic with just people coming and going in a residential area. Furniture was comfortable and sufficient for our family of six. Bedding was comfortable. I would like to see a simple hook on the side of the vanity next to the shower in the master bathroom so that a towel could be hung right next to the shower. The host was the most gracious we have ever encountered, pushing the St. Croix host down to second spot. It seemed like both the homeowner and the management company truly cared that we have a nice time so, as example, when we wanted to know where the farmers market was or what beach to go to and so on, the homeowner not only sent us info via text but came to the house and showed us on the map where to go. It was fun watching the dolphins going up and down the river. Seeing all the ships was also interesting and we spent some time with the kids learning how ships are loaded, configured, scheduled and navigated. Very nice home/owner.
Stayed 49 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Janice A., Jacksonville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Wonderful stay/ disrespectful and rude management

we had a wonderful staycation the house is gorgeous, the fishing was great it was so relaxing we added another day. We use VRBO and other agencies for may of our getaways never have we been accuse of breaking a coffee maker, that we never used it was already broken. I am a reasonable person, but we are also people that don't complain much either. we believe in making the best of what we had and enjoying ourselves. The bed in the Master bedroom my and my husband thought it was going to break just from sitting and laying on it, but we dealt with it. when we leave a property we leave it in the best condition we can possible even though we know we pay for house keeper to come in after. Now, I did add a load of white sheets a a lightweight grey spread to the washer before we left no bleach. maybe the sheets did change colors, I don't know, but i can be reasonable I didnt mind paying for them even though another run in the washer with a little bleach would have fixed everything. We left thing this was such a wonderful family getaway and wanted to return. when i got home I received some rude calls and texts from Oupulence Mangement , calling me by my first name with a attitude telling me they are filling a claim against me and and continued down the line of being rude and disrespectful. I tried to call many times to settle the issue they will not pick up my calls. The only thing i get is in a text with threats and saying send a check. Mind you this is for a sheet set and a quilt. I call to let her know I had put insurance on our stay so the items will be covered but I am still being threaten with claims. Oupulence Management is awful, they turned what could have been awesome stay to somewhat of a nightmare.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

joanne t.

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

Fabulous holiday venue

My family and I stayed at this property for a week in July. We knew from the pictures that it would be lovely but I dont think the pictures do it justice. It was more than ample for the 9 of us space wise but the view was out of this world. We loved the pool, couldn't fault it, the kids had a special time. Amazing deck/shaded outdoor area. Fabulous kitchen, I cooked for our large group several times and had no issues. The neighbourhood is very quiet indeed, a car is very much a necessity. We visited the nearby slave encampment with my 11yr old son which was very profound. I would totally recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LaDona M., Fort Collins, CO

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

Perfect for our family

This property was perfect for our family of 7+one 1yr old. The pool was great we appreciated the bathroom off the living room for pool convenience. All the floating items were pumped up and setting out for us. We recommend the nearby restaurant Palms Fish Camp. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Paul D.

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

Great view and location

The check in process was great. The house is situated nicely on the river…with an excellent view of the sunset. The pictures of the inside are as advertised, and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

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

Nature Paradise

The property was situated on a beautiful water front where we watched dolphins and boats go by daily. The pool was nice once cleaned properly. The house was large and comfortable for all 12 of us. Bathrooms were very nice and clean. Enough towels and linens. Tv room was comfy and channels were plentiful. Location was nice - far enough from city but close enough to drive to many of the areas attractions. Zoo, Cattyshack, Beaches. Jacksonville was a lot more nature than I recalled. Boats and out door activities. Animals lizards, dolphins, manatees, birds of all kinds. Quite lovely to just sit in pool and watch it all. Fun outside restaurant walking distance. Property manager was VERY receptive to all my texts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021