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The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Interior
Outdoor dining
Consider a stay at The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing and take advantage of a water park, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 1093 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing

Quaint One-Bedroom Cottage - A Beachside Retreat with King-Size Comfort

First pet free. Welcome to a charming one-bedroom cottage that embraces beachside living. With a king-size bed and a comfortable couch featuring a queen pull-out mattress, this cozy retreat offers both style and comfort. This Cottage shares the back yard with Whale 2 Cottage. Rent both for the whole family this summer!

Key Features:

Updated Kitchen: Revel in a well-appointed kitchen with quartz countertops, a Keurig coffee maker, and all the essential dishes, glasses, and cookware.
Vaulted Ceilings: Enjoy an open and airy atmosphere, enhanced by the cottage's vaulted ceilings.
Large Lit Deck: The spacious, well-lit deck is perfect for outdoor living, whether it's dinner under the stars or entertaining friends. A Weber gas grill is provided for your outdoor culinary adventures.
Tropical Landscaping: Surrounding the cottage is lush tropical landscaping, creating a serene outdoor sitting area for relaxation.
Shared Backyard: Share the backyard with Whale 2 (VRBO#3454836), enhancing the sense of community while providing additional space to unwind.
Beach Essentials: Your beach experience is complete with provided beach tent, umbrellas, and chairs.
Entertainment and Convenience: Stay entertained with cable TV and high-speed WiFi. A full-size washer and dryer add to the convenience of your stay.
Fully Fenced Yard: Revel in privacy and security within the fully fenced yard, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and recreation.
Proximity to the Beach:
Situated just half a block from the beach, this cottage is conveniently located within walking distance of all that Jax Beach has to offer.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and coastal living in this well-appointed beachside cottage, where the shared backyard with Whale 2 adds a sense of community to your stay.

Property manager

CHRIS CORMACK

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please do not flush anything but toilet paper down the toilet. Please turn off outside lights at night.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

THE Whale Cottage 1/2 Block From THE Beach
1/2 BLOCK FROM THE BEACH! PET FRIENDLY! FAST WIFI WFH
JAX Beach IS Open!!!the Whale Cottage 1/2 Block From THE Beach

About the area

Map
Jacksonville Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Jacksonville Beach Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Northeast Florida Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oceanfront Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Adventure Landing - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mayo Clinic Florida - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪LandShark Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ritz - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lynch's Irish Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sago Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Beach Bar & Grille - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing located?

This family-friendly Jacksonville Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Atlantic Beach and Jacksonville Beach Pier. Northeast Florida Beaches and Sleiman North Shopping Center are also within 15 minutes.

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The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Curtis K.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Stayed for a few days, very nice! Very close to beach, can see the ocean from living room and front deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Well appointed, cozy cottage close to beach

The Whale is a lovely, cozy little cottage. The layout is quirky, but gives it character. The personal touches by the host were noticeable and greatly appreciated, especially by my wife. We greatly enjoyed the very close proximity to the beach, only a short block away. The beach wagon was a great benefit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

NYE Stay

We enjoyed our time at the Whale House. It’s a small place as depicted in the photos but well appointed, comfortable and cozy. It’s very close to the beach and lots of restaurants. The fenced yard was great for our pup who was a welcomed guest as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Nice place, convenient spot.

Steps from the beach and a stroll to local restaurants and bars. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki K.

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

Kindl

Very cute place. The owner was very easy to get in touch with. Very close to the beach and our dog met dog friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred H.

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

The beach cottage

Great property in great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Wonderful beach block cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed the cottage. It’s in a great location and perfect for two people.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd W.

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

Whale House

Perfect location perfect size perfect host
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

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

Amazing!

Location and amenities exceeded our expectations. This was our first time staying in this area and we are looking forward to returning. The fresh flowers upon our arrival was a nice touch!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beach cottage

Loved loved this cottage. Perfect. Had everything that we needed. Location was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ines D.

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

Whale Cottage

Cottage was perfect! Cozy and very clean. Loved that it was a short walk away from the beach and restaurants. We had a few questions and Chris responded immediately with a resolution. I would recommend this location without a doubt!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Whale of a time

Everything was great! The location was perfect, all the little extras were appreciated, enjoyed the back deck and the front deck! Shower was hot and bed was comfortable! Highly recommend when visiting Jax Beach! We also had a wonderful meal at Eleven South!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl R.

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

Thanksgiving

First, I have to say "WOW"!!! This place was awesome and as we say in the South "Cute as a Button!" Chris put little touches in this Cottage that made it a HOME, not just a place to stay. Bed was very comfortable, pull-out sofa was nice as well per our adult son. Also nice to sit on for watching football. The short walk to the beach was an added bonus, which our little Maltese really enjoyed. We will definitely stay again when coming to Jacksonville Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Cozy and convenient

The photos accurately represent the place. The bedroom does not have enough room to open up a suitcase on the floor but there is a closet and since it was just two of us we used the living room area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

Sweet, Sweet Cottage in Great Location

We so thoroughly enjoyed our stay that we will be back the next time we travel to Jax Beach to visit family. The space has an easy flow for visiting and dining. Great kitchen. Very well-appointed, and so nicely decorated! Chris has thought of absolutely everything you might need for your stay. The location was perfect. We could hear the ocean, just one block away… and it is within walking distance to a number of restaurants and shop. Very nice setting for sitting outside. We would recommend this listing highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Relaxing space!

My husband and I spent 9 days in this charming cottage! The size was perfect for the 2 of us (and our dog!) with enough space to combine a few days of work with a few days of fun! The location of this property can't be beat - so close to the beach and all of the wonderful things the Jax Beach neighborhood has to offer! The property had everything we needed including a very comfortable bed, good size bathroom, convenient (and large!) washer and dryer, and a great patio space. The Roku TV was easy for us to use with all of our subscription services. The kitchen was decently equipped with everything we needed for our stay (although to be fair, we didn't cook any major meals). We enjoyed meeting 2 sets of visitors to the cottage in the back - definitely want to look at that one for a potential rental, too. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted & Debbie E., LADY LAKE, Florida USA

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

Wonderful Stay in JAX's Beach

We stayed in an original beach cottage in JAX Beach for the first time. Don't let the outside of this cottage fool you because the inside was just beautiful and extremely well equipped. It had all the amenities you could possibly need for a really nice stay. We took long walks on the beach with our pups (dogs allowed from October thru March 31). We walked to some very good restaurants nightly (Refinery, Casa Marina & V's Pizza ). The day we arrived it was raining so we drove to Neptune Beach a couple miles away to eat at "Fish Camp". Our hostess, Chris greeted us shortly after we arrived and gave us great suggestions. Overall, we all had a wonderful time and will be back:))))
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Paul C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not Shabby Chic- just shabby

After reading the positive reviews about the cleanliness of the property and good experiences of past renters, we looked forward to spending a week at The Whale. Unfortunately, the house was very dirty and showed significant signs of wear from previous renters. The bloom has fallen off the rose with this property, at least for now. We ended our time there after four nights and were eager to leave. Definitely not what we expected from a “premier host” or a highly rated property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

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

Perfect

It is a block from the beach Restaurants walkable
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Great location

Adorable cottage with a great location. Just a block from the beach and could hear the waves from our patio. Could walk to a wide variety of restaurants. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndali M.

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

Stu at the Beach

It was awesome, the place was great. The beach was close. Family was very happy 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Charming cottage

Everything we needed was provided.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Cozy cottage!

We felt right at home here and the location was perfect. The owner was so kind and helpful with all questions and we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard E.

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

Nice getaway

Great for 2-4 people. In the middle of everywhere you want to go. Close to beach and dining. Golf and entertainment a short drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

A Great Stay

The house is precious! The cute little pink cottage is very well appointed and the decor is just... well... precious! The owner is adding upgrades to make future stays even better (keyless entry). The landscaping and colorful pots of flowers add to the charm. A block from the beach and a fantastic restaurant at the beach (Refinery) make it a great hassle free stay for someone that just wanted R&R. The owner even brought me a birthday balloon and cupcakes! SO NICE!!! Would definitely stay at the pink Whale cottage again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023