Situated in Duval County, the coastal city of Jacksonville Beach boasts untainted sandy beaches and a relaxed vibe. Interestingly, it was known as Pablo Beach when incorporated in 1907 and underwent the name change in 1925. Travelers can bask in the sun as they enjoy a day out on the beach. There are plenty of water activities you can indulge in here, such as surfing and swimming. Play beach volleyball or go fishing at the pier. The promenade is dotted with quaint eateries, where you can relish seafood and sip on a beer. To best immerse yourself in the city, book one of these best vacation rentals in Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on July 17, 2022.
1. Four-bedroom house with an in-ground pool (from USD 279)
This spacious 4-bedroom house is suitable for up to 14 guests. This rental is a great starting point to explore downtown Jacksonville and its attractions. Soak in the scenic beauty of the region while exploring natural trails in the nearby Cradle Creek Preserve. Plus, several restaurants, shops, and beachside boardwalks are a short walk away.
Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens, Cummer Museum of Arts & Gardens, Jacksonville Naval Air Station and Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve are also within a short driving distance from here. After a day out, you can relax in the in-ground pool. The private yard has ample space for yoga mats, plus there’s a gas grill and a well-furnished patio for eating outside.
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a/c worked good but the bedrooms got warmCleanliness:
the pool is very good and was cleaned once a weekmaster bathroom shower has mold and needs deep cleancleaning needs to be stepped up but overall it was a good place to stayand didn’t clean anything bring bug spray and remotesthe check in process was easy and the house was clean and organized upon arrivalHost:
the property manager was very attentive to situations she could resolvethe owners are so friendly and accommodatingeverything we needed was provided and the owners were more than happy to answer any questions we hadbrill was an excellent host 12 out of 10we love this house and well the owners worked with usRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was also greatthe location is also perfect close to everything but not in the center of the noise and trafficcomfortable beds heated pool great location quiet neighborhood
2. Charming cottage with a spacious backyard (from USD 300)
You’ll love staying at this property if you love outdoor and water activities. Swimming, fishing, cycling, boating, and sailing options are available nearby. You can also enjoy jet skiing, windsurfing, snorkeling, parasailing and water skiing in the nearby area. If golfing is your thing, then head to the world-class TPC Sawgrass Championship golf course and tee off with friends. St. Augustine, the oldest city in the country, is a short 30-minute drive from here.
Inside the cottage, you’ll find three bedrooms, a living room with rattan furniture for lounging, and a full kitchen for home cooking. There’s also a backyard with a fire pit and a tiki hut with a bar for alfresco meals and evening drinks. The cottage also has a driveway that can park up to six cars.
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the beds were super comfortablevery comfortable sleeping for 12owner is very helpful and provides everything necessary for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
the place is clean and has been beautifully renovated and maintainedgreat location and very clean houseHost:
they were very responsive and sent the maid over that night who collected the sheetsthe owner was extremely helpful efficient and gracioushopefully all future owners are as friendly and communicative as jeanthe house was a great location and the owner was accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
location to beaches and to many restaurants is idealwe will definitely keep this location in mind for the futureincredible location house could use a little tlc but still a great place to stay in jax beachvery close to the beach and anything you need for a great getawayall generations enjoyed the close beach access and cottage with tons of room inside and outside
3. Sunshine Cottage (from USD 204)
This cottage will make to feel at home, thanks to its modish interiors, a well-equipped kitchen where you prepare delicious meals, and comfortable bedding. Four people can sleep across its two bedrooms. For your entertainment, there’s a 48-inch HDTV and a DVD player in the spacious living room. The cottage has a front screened porch and a fenced backyard, so there’s no shortage of spots for outdoor lounging. There’s also an outdoor shed for bikes and beach essentials.
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had a wonderful time with family cottage was extremely comfortablecomfortable beds and fully stocked kitchencan't imagine anyone not loving this comfortable cottage and the wonderful area it's inCleanliness:
clean and cool and a very quiet neighborhoodthe kitchen is modern bedrooms clean and comfortableas pictured and advertised: clean comfortable enjoyable highly recommend will stay there againthe cottage was clean comfortable and tastefully decorated to give it a real “beachy” feelhouse was immaculate very nicely furnished and decorated in a coastal themeHost:
the owners do a great job of maintaining the placeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy walk to restaurants grocery store drug store beach and night lifethe location is convenient for all we love to do
4. Centrally located house with a private pool (from USD 1333)
Located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach, this picture-perfect house can sleep up to 18 people. This house includes beach sand toys, beach carts for sand and a toy wagon, ideal for your kids to spend some time on the beach while you soak up some sun.
If you don’t want to go to the beach, just take a refreshing dip in the saltwater pool or relax on the balcony with a drink in hand and enjoy the sea views. The house also has a fully equipped kitchen, in case you’d rather cook than take advantage of the area’s restaurants.
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views are spectacular and the pool was a huge bonusvery nice pool pool deck and porchesthe pool was great and beach was easily accessible around the cornerwe did luck out with some great weather plenty of room to spread outthe pool is great and we had a very relaxing vacation with our familyCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe house was very cleanthis property is exactly as described and was very clean upon arrivalfirst floor unit dated but cleanproperty is very clean and great locationHost:
the owner was very responsivemanager/owner easy to deal withmarco was the greatest host and so accommodatingfrom start to finish the property owner marco was very responsive to any questions i had about the propertymarco was a great host very responsive and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location walking distance to everything you needloved this location and this housegreat house and great location within walking distance of restaurantsoutstanding house property location etca great location walk to beach was super close as was the walk to downtown jacksonville beach
5. Spacious townhome with a front deck (from USD 198)
This three-bedroom property can sleep up to six people. The large master bedroom with an attached bathroom features a comfortable, king-size bed, a private balcony, and a walk-in closet. The hot tub in the bathroom is just perfect to come back and unwind after a tiring day. Prepare a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and enjoy it on the front deck while taking in the sea views. The driveway is big enough to park up to four cars.
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big bedroom with a balcony and en suite bathroom great jacuzzi tuball the beds were really comfortable which was a huge plusvicki has a lovely comfortable townhouse that could not have been better for our stay in jax beachthe other two bedrooms were good one with a queen size bed the other two twinsCleanliness:
the property is a little bit older but everything was very clean and in perfect orderHost:
owner is very responsivei love the messages the owner had throughout the houseowner checked in via messaging along the way to be sure everything was okvicki was very accommodating and helpful throughout our stayother than that a lovely owner and very responsive to messagesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very short walk to the beachgreat location convenient to beach and shoppinggreat location for everything we needed for enjoymentit is a nice and safe walk to the beach and surrounding restaurants near byloved this little gem with a great location
6. Beachfront condo for four (from USD 195)
Located just across the beach, this condo offers splendid views of the sea from almost every corner. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the spacious living room allow the entire condo to be overtaken by the ocean breeze. The yoga mats and the workout weights in this rental will ensure you keep up with your fitness schedule even during your vacation.
Take a refreshing dip in the shared swimming pool after a strenuous workout session. This rental includes a bedroom, two bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen.
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comfy bed and thoughtful touches like sunblock and air freshener were left out for uslarge open windows show the inviting view of the beach and the poolit was very well stocked with all kitchen utensils etci can go to the pool and easily keep walking into the condoCleanliness:
cons= only 2 out of 5 rating for cleanliness upon arrival (we had to clean entire aptHost:
the owners were very kind and answered our questions immediatelythey were excellent hoststhe owners could not have been more friendlier and very accessible to answer questionswe found owners that truly care about people’s livesharry and veronica were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
cute property with wonderful locationthe property was close to various attractions within walking distancegreat location the pool was awesomesuper location right on the beachthe house was perfect the location was easy to find and near everything we wanted to do
7. Oceanfront condo with a balcony (from USD 350)
Suitable for up to eight people, this oceanfront condo is ideal for a family or a group of friends looking for a relaxed holiday. The fully equipped kitchen features a microwave, a refrigerator, dishes and utensils, a coffee maker, a dishwasher, a stove, a toaster, an oven and a grill, which makes cooking a breeze.
Fast Wi-Fi access in the house will keep you entertained, and you can also find nearby places of interest with ease. This condo features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an open plan living-cum-dining area, and a balcony, where you can sunbathe and enjoy the sea views.
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the porch has a wonderful view the porch furniture could use an update but still comfortableCleanliness:
it was very clean and had everything that we neededit was clean comfortable and beautiful the price was affordable as well for being right on the beachHost:
property manager was helpful and quick to respondmelody was accommodating and friendlythe property managers were very friendly and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
this was a great locationwe loved being close to the barsit was also a great location close to shopping and places to eatwe loved the location and ease of access to the beachgreat location and space 10 of us from ga fl and nc spent 4 nights
8. Family-friendly house with a lawn (from USD 324)
Spread over two floors, this house features three bedrooms, two baths, a full kitchen and a living room. Along with a TV, you’ll also find a few books in the living room of this property. There’s a lawn where you can relax and soak up some rays. Staying here means you are within walking distance of coffee shops, bars, and shops. You also have easy access to a skatepark and a basketball court located nearby.
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perfect place right on the beach very clean and comfortableHost:
the host is very friendly and accommodatinghosts were responsive and helpfulthe owner very pleasant to work withour hosts were very gracious and great to work withthe hosts were lovely and the duplex has a lovely cottage feelRead more reviewsLocation:
great location beautiful beach in a safe neighborhood we will be backyou cannot be the location truly just steps from the beachwalk out the back door and onto the beach plenty of pool toys with kayaks as welllovely little beach getaway situated on a relatively quiet part of jax beachperfect location right on the beach with a lovely yard and covered porch
9. Clean and tidy home steps from the beach (from USD 251)
This two-bedroom apartment is suitable for up to six people. Each guest will get a bath set including a bath towel, beach towel and a kitchen towel to use during the stay, which frees up your luggage space. Wash the towels in the washing machine available on the property. Bedsheets, blankets and pillowcases for the bedrooms, as well as the sleeper sofa in the living room, will be provided during the stay.
A short walk will take you to the beautiful beach, where you can laze on the warm sand. There are also many restaurants nearby. But, if you crave home-cooked meals, the home has a kitchen fitted with everything you need to rustle up something delicious.
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you are super close to the beach and the a/c was wonderfully coldCleanliness:
very clean and exactly as picturedthe property was very clean and cozythe house was very clean and had everything we neededthe house is very clean and up to datethe house was very clean and spacious for our familyHost:
property manager was excellent and very responsiveyou can tell the owners love their propertyhost was very helpful with any questions with things to do or places to visitthe owner erin is great to work withthe owners are very nice and easy to contactRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking distance from the beachclose to the beach and within walking distance of good places to eatwe would recommend this location to anyone looking for a beach access vacationthe location of the rental is just a few minutes walk to the beach super easy and convenientwe loved how close we were to the beach and the downtown jax beach area
10. Tastefully decorated apartment near the beach (from USD 253)
The colorful interiors at this property create an inviting ambiance. The spacious front porch with seating is the perfect place to relax and read your favorite book in solitude. Both the bedrooms have a queen-size bed each. You’ll also find a kitchen, an open-plan living room, and a bathroom.
Several shops and restaurants are within walking distance of the apartment. The beach and Jacksonville Beach Pier are also a short stroll away from this charming property.
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although we weren't there for 24 hours we enjoyed our comfortable stayi’m average size and i had to sit sideways on toilet to fitthe kitchen was well equipped and the couches comfortable for loungingbeds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped to cook breakfastCleanliness:
the facility was clean and convenientthe unit is older but cleanthis unit was very clean when we arrived and in a great location for jacksonville beachthe interior was exactly as the pictures indicated spacious clean and well equippedclean and spacious with a cute shabby chic beachy vibe this place was perfect for meHost:
property manager very responsivethe owners are super attentive and quick to respondlove the area the unit the ownerssuper pet friendly our dogs were in heavenRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to beach and shoppinggreat location and proximity to the beachbeautiful place close to the watergreat location to beach and town centerlocated in a nice quiet neighborhood and only a short walk to the beach
Soak up the sun and salt in Jacksonville Beach
Jacksonville Beach in Florida is a great place to relax under the sun. A visit to Adventure Landing is a must if you are here with children. Beaches Museum and History Park is a great place to catch a glimpse of Jacksonville Beach’s past.
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