Location: Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Florida North East, Florida, USA (Amelia Island--Northernmost FL beaches; 25 Mi to JAX Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium/Villa, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
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We are continuing to offer the same low rates we have had for two years, PLUS we have added a 10 percent discount for SENIORS (AARP members and/or 55+) or MILITARY (former and active)! As always--the 7th night in a week-long stay is free!! Check our site often for last-minute, special deals!
We are now taking year-round reservations for the popular spring/summer (March-August), beautiful fall (September-October), and lower-cost winter (November-February) seasons. We love any time of the year on Amelia Island, and so will you!
See our Availability Calendar and Rate Schedule below. Weekly stays are preferred, but we will discuss alternatives. Occasionally, last-minute deals are available, particularly in the off-season (September-February). AND DON'T FORGET TO ASK ABOUT OUR FORMER AND ACTIVE MILITARY OR SENIOR DISCOUNTS!
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We are a Central Iowa (Marshalltown) couple who fell in love with Amelia Island and the city of Fernandina Beach; we know you will too!
You will also love our condominium at the Amelia Landings Resort. It is surprisingly nestled in a very secluded, tree-lined, serene setting. Yet, you are a five- to ten-minute walk on a boardwalk to beautiful Amelia Island beach! Use the crosswalk at the corner of Sadler and Fletcher to a public access beach. Wooden decks, picnic area; water to wash the sand off your feet.
A short, private drive from the entrance to the Amelia Landings Resort leads you to our building, and there is ample parking. Our condo is on the second floor of a three-story building. (There are no elevators in the building so unfortunately it is not handicap accessible.)
Compare these no-extra-cost features:
*Dining area for six
*FREE high-speed WIRELESS or CABLE Internet (bring your own laptop)
*FREE local telephone calling
*Unlimited in-coming calls
*Answering machine on phone
*Built-in wet bar
*Fully equipped kitchen w/dishwasher, disposal, pots/pans, dishes, etc.
*New Refrigerator
*New Washer/dryer
*New Dishwasher
*linens, towels, beach towels provided
*FREE cable TV
*Three cable TVs
*DVD/CD/MP3 players and a VCR
*Large, fully-screened furnished balcony with access from LR and Master BR
*Attractive art work and beach decor throughout
*Very comfortable queen-size Simmons Beautyrest Plush/Firm mattress/box spring in the master BR with mattress protector
*Twin King Koil mattress/box spring beds with mattress protectors in the guest BR; can push together for a king size bed
*Comfortable (really!) sleeper sofa in the living room
*Free gated pool and tennis for owners & guests (requires plastic ID bracelet we supply)
*5- to 10-minute boardwalk to beach (depends how much you dawdle checking local flora & Fauna!)
Our property is perfectly located on this 13-mile long, two-and-one-half mile wide island. As mentioned above, it is a very short walk to the beach. We are only minutes by car from the beautiful city of Fernandina Beach, Fort Clinch State Park, the historic Amelia Island Lighthouse, the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, the Amelia Island Plantation (upscale shopping opportunity), excellent golf courses, horseback riding, sailing, and other great local attractions. We highly recommend a short evening drive to dockside in Fernandina Beach, where the sunset over the Amelia River is spectacular!
We use PayPal for transactions, but we will certainly take personal checks if you prefer. PayPal easily links to major credit cards or your bank account, even if you are not a PayPal member. We require a $200 refundable deposit to secure your reservation; you may pay the rental balance in installments if you wish!
NOTE: In the more than five years we have rented our condo, we have NEVER had to withhold any of our guests deposit money! Two reasons for this: (1) We understand normal wear and tear, and (2) We get great guests!!
Give us a call now or send an e-mail. We will be happy to answer any of your questions and set up your magical Amelia Island reservation! Bookings go fast for our property, especially in the busy spring/summer season--don't delay too long!!
Bob and Linda
Marshalltown, Iowa
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Quiet, efficient
- Washer: New in 2006.
- Dryer: New in 2006.
- Linens Provided: Includes one set of beach towels; extra linens; mattress protectors on all beds.
- Off Street Parking: Two spaces provided for each condo.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Ask us about parking spaces for trailers, boats, RVs, etc. Space is available on Amelia Landings property.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: In Master BR; Queen Simmons Beautyrest Lahoma Plush/Firm mattress and box spring set; Purchased December, 2009; Mattress protector.
- Twin/Single Bed: Twin beds in guest room; King Koil Arcadian Plush mattress and box spring sets; Purchased December, 2009; May be pushed together to form a king size bed; Mattress protectors on beds.
- Convertible Bed: Full-sized sleeper couch in living room; Guests have remarked that it is very comfortable.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Free advanced cable system in LR and each BR.
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: Very small library of family-oriented videos, DVDs, CDs. We suggest you bring your own video materials.
- CD Player
- Music Library: Very small CD collection. Recommend you bring your own.
- Shared Pool: Olympic-sized gated pool for Amelia Landings owners and guests only. You will be supplied the gate code; Guests using pool must wear Amelia Landings identification bracelets we supply.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Includes a new refrigerator, diswasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, coffee grinder. Very efficient kitchen. Lots of cupboard space. Smooth top electric stove.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: All cookware, dishes, glassware, silverware provided.
- Refrigerator: New in 2006.
- Dishwasher: Neww in 2009; Quiet, efficient.
- Microwave: New in 2006.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Our housekeeper, Kelly, can provide catering. Her card is in the condo.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: BBQ grill available near the pool available for guests of Amelia Landings.
- Lanai: Screened balcony overlooking woods. Accessible from living room and master bedroom. Quiet, private; Ceiling fan for warm evenings.
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : Free local calls. No limits on in-coming calls. Answering machine provided.
- Broadband Internet: Free high-speed wireless Internet; Connect with our cable or wireless router; Bring your own laptop; Wireless is not secured, so you do not need a password.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Non-secure connection; Strong signal throughout the condo, balcony, and even outside the unit! Bring your own laptop.
- Other Amenities
- MP3/DVD Player; Wet Bar in Living Room; Screened Lanai/Balcony with Access from Living Room and Master Bedroom; AM/FM Clock Radios in Both Bedrooms; New Refrigerator with Ice Maker; New Washer/Dryer; New Dishwasher; Dishes and Complete Cooking Utensils and Silverware provided; Toaster; Coffee Maker; Iron/Board; Bath and Beach Towels Provided; Pool and Tennis Court for Owners and Guests; Ample Parking in Front of Condo; Easy drive 25-30 minute from Jacksonville and JAX airport; 1/2 day and day trips to Disney World and other Orlando attractions, Cape Kennedy, Daytona, Savannah, Atlanta, Charleston.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Sorry--No pets of any size or type; Amelia Landings rules; Strictly enforced.
- Kid Friendly: Couples, families, children welcome, but this is a quiet complex so we ask that children be monitored for noisy play in the condo and in the Amelia Landings condo complex.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We encourage couples, small families, or singles 25 and over.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking absolutely forbidden in the condo, stairways, and on the balcony. Amelia Landings Association Regulations.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Olympic-size Swimming Pool, Barbecue/Picnic Area on the Property, Easy Walk to Beach, A Convenience Store, Shoney's and Dairy Queen Only a Block Away, Very Short Drive to 50-Block Historic Area in Fernandina Beach, Public Golf Courses, Great Fishing, Shopping and Antiquing, Excellent Seafood Restaurants, Art Galleries, Fort Clinch State Park, Historic Amelia Island Lighthouse, Amelia Island Museum Showing the Indian and Seven Flag History of the Island, Private and Chartered Sailing, Sailing Lessons, Easy Day Trips to Historic Saint Augustine, Disney World, Cape Kennedy, and Many Other Florida Attractions, Easy Drive to Savanna, Atlanta, and Charleston.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Remember: The 7th night is always free! Contact us for last minute specials.
Cleaning Fee $65. Florida Lodging tax 9%. Refundable Deposit of $200 to reserve.
(We have never withheld ANY deposit money in 2 1/2 years! We get great guests!)
Be sure to check the "Guest Comments" section of this Website to see what our
previous guests have told us about their stay with us.
ASK ABOUT 10 PERCENT MILITARY AND SENIOR DISCOUNTS!
2010 RATES ARE: $92 (JAN-FEB; NOV-DEC), $97 (SEP-OCT), & $125 (MAR-AUG)
Sorry, No Pets & No Smoking (Condominium Association Rules).
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Free Nite W/ 1-wk Stay--Sr/Mil Discount--Free Wifi--Beach Path
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Fernandina Beach
Since we have daughters and grand kids living in Orlando and the Charleston areas, we wanted a place roughly half way between the two locations. Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island is just perfect for us! We get down there when we can (2-3 times a year) and rent it out the remainder of the year.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium/Villa
We enjoy the beach, of course, but just as important to us is the great little town of Fernandina Beach. We never run out of new things to explore, learn about. This historic city and island has many surprises! We love having a drink on the dock and watching the sun set over the Amelia River. Walking and biking on the Island is always a pleasure. Each time we go we make new acquaintances and friends.
With our busy lives as administrators, teachers, counselors, we head to our "Island Home" to relax; the screened balcony on our condo overlooking the woods is where you may often find us!
Bob and Linda
A must see location for food and drink right on the ocean. Easy walk from condo.
Path is a combination of boardwalk and cochina shells. Takes about five minutes from this point to the beach.
Water to wash the sand off your feet; decks and seating area; picnic tables; no public restrooms at this location.
Historic Civil War site; docent led tours by character actors! Great place for biking, hiking.
Beautiful area on your way to Jacksonville, Mayport Naval Shipyard, docks, Jax beach, Historic St. Augustine
A 50-square-block area is on the Historic Register; museum; theater; shopping; art galleries; restaurants; bars; docks on Amelia River; fabulous sunsets!
Owner's Map of Fernandina Beach
We live in Marshalltown, Iowa, and we both work for Iowa Valley Community College District. Linda is a Library Supervisor, and Bob is the Project Director for Distance Learning for the District. We both also teach psychology classes, and Bob is a part-time marriage counselor.
Linda has two adult sons, one in Mason City, IA, and one in St. Paul, MN. Bob has three adult daughters, two in Orlando, FL, and one on Daniel Island, SC. We have four wonderful grandsons and a super-duper step-granddaughter.
When we are not traveling to see kids, we spend a lot of time on house renovation (which is also why we are working beyond the "normal" retirement age!).
Property Photos
- The Amelia Island Beach is a 5- 10- Minute Walk Away! - Fernandina Beach Condominium
- Spectacular Sunsets on Amelia River, Ten Minute Drive from Your Condo - Fernandina Beach Condominium
- Quiet, Private Entrance to Amelia Landings Resort; Away from Beach Traffic - Fernandina Beach Condominium
- Serene Amelia Landings Association Villas; 60 2 BR, 2 BA Condos
- Gated, Olympic-Size Pool Exclusively for Amelia Landings Owners and Guests
- Tennis Court Exclusively for Amelia Landings Owners and Guests
- Serene, Secluded Balcony Overlooking Woods; Total Privacy
- Comfortable Living Room with Sleeper Couch; Dining Area for up to Six
- Cozy Living Area, with Sleeper Couch; Sliding Door to Screened Balcony
- Free Internet Access and Local Phone Service
- Modern, New Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Toaster, Coffeemaker
- Quiet, Efficient, and FREE Full-sized Washer and Dryer in the Condo!
- Queen Simmons Beautyrest Plush/Firm Bed & Box Spring Set in Master BR; Full Bath
- Twin Beds in Cheerful Guest Bedroom; King Koil Mattress & Box Spring Sets
- Two Full Bathrooms with Shower and Tub Off Master and Guest Bedrooms
- Convenient Wet Bar in Dining Area; Welcome to Our Home!
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Homeowner Response:
Don & Sara, Thank you so much for your kind comments. You folks were such a pleasure to work with in making the arrangements to stay in our condo. We are delighted you had a wonderful time on the Island. Thank you very much for passing along those tips to future guests. We very much agree with the suggestion to visit the museum, and you sure can't beat the seafood in the area! We plan to take the Cumberland Island cruise the next time we are there. Please come again! Bob & Linda
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Susan & Jerry K ,
Homeowner Response:
Susan & Jerry: Thanks for your gracious comments, and thanks especially for choosing our condo for your Geocaching. We are so glad your searching was a so successful! I learned a bit about this fascinating activity by doing a little research; what a great way to see the world! Please do come back and visit us again when your travels take you to Amelia Island for business or pleasure. Bob & Linda
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Michelle Carey , Anderson, SC
Homeowner Response:
Michelle, we were delighted to have you and your family enjoy our condo during your brief stay on Amelia. I am so glad we were able to accommodate you on short notice. We do look forward to having you stay for a longer visit next time. Bob and Linda
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Ronny and Debbie Lauderdale ,
Homeowner Response:
Ronnie and Debbie--Thank you so much for your comments. We are glad you liked the convenience to the beach and restaurants. The Association has been working hard to keep the pool clean and well maintained for owners and guests. (NOTE: Debbie and Ronny made some very helpful suggestions to us in an email about ways to improve our condo even more; we very much appreciate their comments and will follow up on their ideas.) Bob & Linda
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Lynch family , Savannah, GA
Homeowner Response:
Dear Lynch Family: Thank you so much for those helpful comments. Linda and I make it to the beach in five minutes, but it is good to hear that you can also do it with a couple of kids! I do have mixed feelings about cars on the beach, but at least it is a very small parking area, and cars do not drive up and down the shore line!! We are definately planning to hit the Ciao for chow the next time we are there--glad you liked it. Bob & Linda
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The Heimbrocks , Edgewood, Ky (Cincinnati area)
Homeowner Response:
Dear Heimbrock Family, What a great guest book entry! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. We're pleased that you enjoyed what Amelia Island has to offer, and we do appreciate your telling our future guests about your experiences. And, yes, we will definitely be happy to have you as our guests the next time you are able to visit the Island! Bob & Linda
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Robert & Linda Moore , Marshalltown, IA
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Andrea Frenzl , North Augusta, South Carolina
Homeowner Response:
Andrea, We were so happy to have you and your family return to our condo for the third year! Thank you so much for your continued business with us. Barbara Jean's was one of our earliest eating places when we "discovered" Amelia Island. We loved it too. Glad you found the chocolate store by Publix. What a great compliment to the ice cream and candy store downtown! See you next year! Bob and Linda
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Paul Huber , Wheaton, IL 60187
Homeowner Response:
Paul, Thanks so much for your nice comments. We do hope your wife is feeling better. Please come visit us again when your travels take you to Amelia Island. Bob and Linda
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Jane & Adrian Tamone , Dorset, England, UK
Homeowner Response:
Jane & Adrian, Thank you for choosing our condo for your visit to America and Amelia Island. It was a pleasure having you as our guest for your 2-week stay. We do hope you consider us again if your travel takes you our way; tell your countrymen--we love having visitors from other countries! Bob and Linda