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The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach

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A staircase with wooden steps and white railings, a console table with a 'Welcome' sign, a round mirror, and pampas grass in a vase.
A modern living room with a fireplace, white cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A two-story house with a beige exterior and blue shutters, featuring a front porch and a small garden area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It features 1 separate living room for relaxation. Enjoy the outdoor patio to unwind. Explore Huguenot Park and Atlantic Beach for recreational activities.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Atlantic Beach
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Place, Huguenot Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Atlantic Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach

Look no further for your perfect beach getaway. With three spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, there's more than enough room to bring the whole family, vacation with friends, or treat yourself to some extra space. The house is conveniently situated in the heart of Jacksonville Beach. It's a straight shot to the beach as the front door is just three blocks from public beach access.

Start the morning by brewing your choice of coffee from our dedicated coffee bar and enjoy it on your private & fenced-in back patio underneath the magnificent palms or as you loosen your back in our Chiropractic-approved massage chair. Enjoy blazing-fast wi-fi, Xfinity TV and a Roku-enabled smart TV, a generously sized and well-stocked kitchen, and off-street parking for up to 3 full-size SUVs. The master bath has a generous double vanity sink and a huge tiled shower. We have a dedicated laundry room with a top-of-the-line LG front-loading washer and dryer set. The whole house has a TON of natural light from sunup to sundown and the remote-controlled shades help keep it at bay. Beach cruiser bikes are available for your use.

We have put a lot of thought and effort into making our home a welcoming and relaxing hideaway for you and your family, and we think it will show.

Plenty of on-site parking so you'll never have to park on the street. We are conveniently located off 3rd street in the heart of beautiful Jacksonville Beach.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children are welcome at this property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed at this property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property
Early check-in is available if there is no guest checking out the day of your arrival.
There is an additional fee of $30/hour and arrangements must be made in advance.
VERY IMPORTANT: Only one car may ever be parked in the parallel spot in front of the house by the mailbox.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2906995
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Jacksonville Beach

Oceanfront, a neighborhood in Jacksonville Beach, is home to this vacation home. Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve and Ribault Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at TPC Sawgrass and Jacksonville Beach Tennis Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at UNF Arena or Hodges Stadium.
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Jacksonville Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Huguenot Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Atlantic Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pablo Plaza Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Oceanfront Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Northeast Florida Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bold Bean Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jax Beach Brunch Haus - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach?

As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach on Oct 1, 2026 start from $389, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Whale | On-site parking 3 blocks to Jax Beach located?

Located in Oceanfront, this vacation home is steps from Pablo Plaza Shopping Center and Huguenot Park. Atlantic Beach and Blue Jay Listening Room are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place easy walk to beach

Great place, very comfortable felt welcome for sure. Looks to be a great family
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach-seeking Kansans

The stay was fantastic with the location ideal for those who want easy access to the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property great service

We felt very comfortable at this home. Great location, everything was clean and accurate to the description. We will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2022
Very pleased to hear this - we welcome you back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend

House was great. Loved the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

We very much enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home located steps away from the beach, local coffee shop and lunch spots. The home was stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay including shower essentials, beach supplies/ chairs, etc. We would definitely stay again the next time we visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach House

Great location… only 2 blocks from beach. Easy walk to beach for sunrise. Loved the big family room. The recliner chairs were perfect for movie night. Lots of nearby restaurants as well. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super Host

Everything we needs 4 a beach vacation with the grands
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UNF Graduation

My daughter was graduating and we had family come together to stay at this home. It had plenty of space for us to gather together and is within walking distance to the beach. It is very clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay again when visiting in Jacksonville Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beachy Bliss

Perfect size and location close to the beach and other amenities. Very comfortable and quiet. Loved having a separate space above the garage. This is our second time renting and will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2024
Glad you enjoyed it, Scott! We look forward to hosting you again in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Women’s encounter

Wonderful Christian home atmosphere; even enjoyed reading “Dont Waste Your Life” We enjoyed the open concept and gathered each night to hang out and share the events of the day. Loved the bedroom & bath layout for privacy. Easy walk to the beach for watching sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

short but sweet

Thank you for letting us stay in your home for one night! It was perfect. We had dinner at Eleven South Bistro and it was INCREDIBLE!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2022
I'm so glad it worked for us to host you, please come stay with us again we would love to have you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent family stay

As hosts and frequent travelers, this is one of the most well equipped places we’ve ever stayed in. In addition we had small children with us and it was perfect. The layout of the house is great on that there is plenty of separate and communal areas. Kitchen and bathrooms we welll equipped too. There’s a lovely fenced in backyard for the kids to play. And they even had a wagon with beach toys. It’s an easy walk to the beach as well as stores and restaurants. Also the hosts were very responsive. Highly recommended it.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best time ever

Had a family reunion in Jax beach to be close to our 92 yr. old grandmother too. The house and set up was great. Plenty to do and warm-inviting host. The rooms are clean, modern and comfortable. We were close to the beach and we had 3 solid days of perfect sun, sand, and surf. Would recommend this home to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we needed- Beautiful Home

Hello, First I want to say the process of booking this home was super easy. The communication was great. The house is very nice. It felt very homey and not sterile like some other vrbo properties we have stayed in. The location was perfect for walking to the beach and the area was beautiful and close to a lot of eating/shopping, etc. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed then some! Ben helped to make our trip great. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2022
Thank you for your kind words! You were great guests and I hope you'll come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for

This property was perfect for our extended family vacation. The house was nicely decorated and comfortable - the living room had very comfortable recliner chairs. Everything was clean and there were thoughtful extras, like plenty of beach towels and a basket of snacks upon arrival. Seating area in the back yard was very comfortable. Note that one of the bedrooms is in an in-law-type apartment over the garage and contains a single bed with another trundle bed. The unit is just a short walk to the beach, and near plenty of retail / grocery stores, but not right on the main road. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and responsive property manager

We enjoyed our stay at this property and found the location to be perfect for us. It’s situated in a quiet neighborhood that is a quick walk to the beach and some stores, including Whole Foods. The house, itself, was well appointed and included all of the basic amenities that we needed. For those traveling with families, there is a great collection of board games to select from. For those with infants, there is a pack n play and high chair available. During our stay, there was a small hiccup with the refrigerator, but Ben was incredibly quick at addressing the issue and found a replacement within mere hours. Overall, we would recommend this place. Thank you for letting us stay here!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 30, 2022
Thank you for the thoughtful comments - we would welcome you back any time!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Would Avoid Renting

While we were excited for our stay, our experience was abysmal.The house was not properly cleaned. There was visible dust buildup on baseboards, blinds, and in room corners. The upstairs carpets had crusted stains, and the edges of rooms were full of dust and debris. Food crumbs were left near a bed, and the washing machine had mold in it. The vacuum in the house didn’t work, making it impossible to clean up the mess ourselves.The house was also poorly stocked. There was one paper towel roll, no extra garbage bags, minimal shampoo (only one bathroom had it), and missing hand soap. We also found personal items from past guests, including a used deodorant and sock. Worst of all, while putting our toddlers to bed, we found an unfinished bottle of Fireball Whiskey and loose batteries in their nightstand.The host, Ben, blamed “unfortunate timing” due to a long-term renter leaving that morning and didn’t have time to adequately restock and clean the house. When we told Ben about the whiskey, his response was, “Glad it was almost empty!”—a shocking lack of concern. Ben did have cleaners come but we then had to juggle the kid’s nap schedules with them, and they were not given clear instructions on what to clean and we had to direct them using a translation app.The listing claims the home is “family-friendly,” but it is far from it. Given the state of the home, it felt more like a frat house—except we paid over 2K to stay there. I would not recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2025
We’re sorry to hear that Denise and her family did not enjoy their stay. We’ve hosted dozens of guests over the years, and the overwhelming majority have had excellent experiences, as reflected in our many positive reviews. Unfortunately, this was not one of those occasions. From the beginning, it became apparent that the guests were more focused on finding issues than on giving us an opportunity to resolve concerns. I received over 60 text messages in the span of three days—including many late at night—which made it clear that their expectations extended well beyond what most would consider reasonable. Nonetheless, we responded promptly, arranged for additional cleanings, and did our best to accommodate their needs. While we take all feedback seriously and are constantly working to improve, this experience was not reflective of how we typically engage with our guests. We hold ourselves to high standards and care deeply about maintaining a clean, comfortable, and family-friendly space. We wish Denise and her family the best, but would not welcome the opportunity to host them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in a great location! Ben was so easy to communicate with and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2026
Thanks Jennifer — glad you enjoyed our house and that communication was easy. Look forward to hosting you the next time you were in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Advertised

Great place, my relatives and I really enjoyed the recliners around the TV area We were able to hang out and talk for hours. Highly recommended Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Jax Beach spot!

The hosts were great from booking to departure. Clean, nicely furnished, everything you need. Walk to beach in 5 minutes. 5 star experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and wonderful home

The house is beautiful and decorated very tastefully. The location is amazing not only for the 1 block walk to the beach but also a short distance to boutique shopping at its best. My girlfriends and I went for a girls weekend and had a great and very comfortable stay! We needed for nothing, but if we did the hosts were amazing with quick responses and helpful handbook in side with all the tips of the area. Would recommend this home anytime and would definitely stay again. Thank you for allowing this home to be ours for the weekend. Crystal
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, cozy and better than a hotel

The place was perfect for our trip! Super clean, extremely organized with everything that you need. We were there for business and it was a lot more affordable and comfortable than staying in a hotel. On top of that, communicating with the owner was super easy and it made the trip that much easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Attention to detail, great location, great communication
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 30, 2022
Thank you! You are welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

The house was such a great find. Perfect location for everything that we wanted to do. Beach access was so close and perfect for walking/biking. Everything was super comfortable and in great condition. Would definitely stay there again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 27, 2021
We are thrilled you so enjoyed your stay and would be happy to host your future vacation!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2026
I'm sorry to see we didn't meet your standards, Shelia. I will reach out directly for more clear feedback to gain an understanding of what we could have done better as we are always trying to improve the experience.

About the host

Hosted by Benjamin Popwell

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Hi! My name is Ben and I'm an accountant from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, currently living in Greenville, SC. I love my wife, Anita (pictured), golf, and Jaguar football. DUUUVAL! I'm assisting my dad in renting out his beach home and we like to think we make a pretty good father-son team.

Why they chose this property

Jacksonville is known for its pristine beaches and world-renowned golf. There are loads of great seafood joints in the area (Mayport shrimp anyone?) and the Jax beach lifeguard station and pier are a quick bike ride away. We love that Jax still has that small-town feel with the amenities of a larger city. The city has done a great job of absorbing the growth: traffic and noise aren't an issue. It's a liveable city that makes for a great vacation destination and really does have it all.

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English, Russian

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