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Roy V.
1 Jun 2025
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Ortega river paradise
Roy V.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Entire home
"River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Swimming pool
- Onsite parking available
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
"River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8
This Riverside Retreat lets you sit back and relax in this spacious and serene residence. "River Sanctuary" encompasses over 4000 sq. ft of living and privileged privacy on a gated 3/4 acre. The house of your dreams offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, with 2000 sq. ft. of living area opening to your patio, pool, dock and those riverside views to live for! Dine indoors or al fresco. Two ensuited bedrooms, and two bedrooms share a bathroom, plus a powder room. Sleeps 8. Everything you need is close by, and the highways in "Jax" (Jacksonville), get you where you need to go, fast.
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
You are entirely responsible for guests & children
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Safe cul-de-sac street. Entry is completely walled
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4413010vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Jacksonville
Westside, a neighbourhood in Jacksonville, is home to this holiday home. Islands Initiative Preserve and Tree Hill Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens and Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum. Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts and Hands on Children's Museum are also worth visiting.
Jacksonville, FL
What's nearby
- Ringhaver Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Jacksonville Naval Air Station - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- EverBank Stadium - 25 min drive - 22.7 km
- St. Johns Town Center - 31 min drive - 43.4 km
- Mayport Naval Station - 51 min drive - 69.3 km
Getting around
- Riverplace Station - 18 min drive
- Jacksonville Station - 24 min drive
- Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
- Domino's Pizza - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Dutch Bros Coffee - 3 min drive
- Dewey's (NAS JAX Chiefs Mess) - 6 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does "River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is "River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at "River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is "River Sanctuary"--Pool Home on River frontage-- 4000 sq. ft. Sleeps 8 located?
Located in Westside, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ringhaver Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Jacksonville Naval Air Station. Florida Yacht Club Marina and Columbus Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Cleanliness
10/10
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Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2025
Roy, we are so happy you have enjoyed the house! Thank you for choosing our place. I love the title of your review! Perhaps I could rename the house! 😉 It is a lovely spot on the river….
Hope your trip home went well.
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