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Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access!

Just across the street from the beach, Sunshine’s Happy Place offers a classic coastal vibe with a beautiful new pool, space to grill and gather, and easy access to the ocean. It’s everything you need for laid-back days and salty air, just steps from the shore.

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Enjoy ocean views from the upstairs deck at Sunshine’s Happy Place. From sunrise coffee to evening breezes, this spot gives you front-row access to coastal beauty—just steps from the beach and perfect for a peaceful pause any time of day.

This is the view you come to Fernandina Beach for—wide ocean blues framed by breezy windows and cozy coastal style. From the second-story living room, every glance outside is a reminder that you're exactly where you’re meant to be.

This expanded living space offers room to relax, gather, and take in ocean views with family and friends. With seating for all and plenty of natural light, it’s perfect for conversations, game nights, or a cozy movie after a day on the beach.

The downstairs space at Sunshine’s Happy Place is a cozy hideaway—perfect for quiet mornings or winding down after a day in the sun. With 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and comfy seating, it’s ideal for guests who crave a little extra privacy while still being close to the group.

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81876 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Pool

Explore the area

Fernandina Beach, FL

Fernandina Beach
‪8 min walk‬
Fort Clinch State Park
‪11 min walk‬
Amelia Island Lighthouse
‪3 min drive‬
Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access!

SUNSHINE’S HAPPY PLACE

Private home with a brand new swimming pool! 4 bedroom/ 3 bath duplex rented together as a nightly rental. There are 2 beds/ 2 baths up and 2 beds/ 1 bath down. It is across the street from the beach with a PRIVATE access for our guests.

OVER 200 5 star reviews of the owner's other two properties on Fernandina Beach:
Property #298354: Rosie's Retreat
Property #221330: Cottage by the Sea

Enjoy the lovely backyard oasis featuring a private swimming pool. NO DIVING allowed and NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. The enclosure is surrounded by lush palm trees and tropical plants to bring the island vibe poolside. Two dining tables create space to enjoy meals outdoors. Grill your favorite steak, burgers or your fresh catch of the day.
After a full day on the beach, head back to the house to relax by the swimming pool, get a ping pong tournament going or get a competitive game of corn hole started.

There are so many delicious restaurants in Fernandina. SaltLife and Sandbar are within walking distance. Play a round of putt-putt at the course between the restaurants. Enjoy a snowcone or ice cream on the stroll home.
For your safety, we have exterior cameras at the front and back of the property.

Property manager

Amy Davis

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English

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View of 15' x 30' pool with main house in background facing east.

Sea view
Pool
Kitchen
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Nonrefundable $200 pet fee and pet rules apply!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

*Stained towels/ linens (self-tanner/ makeup) $75 per set *Unclean grill incurs a $100 fine *Dog fee and rules apply *Pool rules apply

Pool Rules: Swim at your own risk. No Diving. Pool is 3 feet deep to 5 feet deep.

A reservation is not confirmed until the names and ages of guests are received. Acknowledgement and acceptance of our house rules is required.

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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

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Fernandina Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ocean Cay, a neighbourhood in Fernandina Beach. Fort Clinch State Park and Amelia Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Palmetto Walk Shopping Village and Shoppes At Amelia Concourse. Travelling with kids? Consider Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum.

Fernandina Beach, FL

What's nearby

Fernandina Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Fort Clinch State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Seaside Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Amelia Island Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sliders Seaside Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Moon River Pizza - ‬3 min drive
‪The Sandbar & Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬12 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access! 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 Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access! located?

This family-friendly Fernandina Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Fernandina Beach, Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Egan's Creek Greenway Trail. Fort Clinch State Park and Seaside Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janeen M.

15 Jun, 2025

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

Very clean property and love the ocean view!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel L.

8 May, 2025

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

Weekend retreat

Great location. Owner was very responsive to any questions we had and worked very hard to make our weekend a great experience. Upgrades to the property are being made as we speak to make our next stay even more enjoyable. Owner very receptive to feedback and suggestions.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Z.

11 Apr, 2025

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

Great spring break

We had a wonderful stay! The host was super responsive to any questions we asked. The pool was great to hang out by and catch up. You couldn't ask for a better location! Super easy to access the beach and convenient to historic downtown Fernandina!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

syankowiak

25 Mar, 2025

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

Ocean Breeze Stay

Very comfortable and clean. Easy Beach Access. Enjoyed time around pool. Temperature was just right to swim. It was a great place to experience Fernandina Beach.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

12 Oct, 2024

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

Great getaway!

Gorgeous pool and great location! Our family stayed here for a few days and we loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

11 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect location

Perfect location from the beach, easy access to shopping and restaurants

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

30 May, 2024

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

quick get away

awesome place and awesome location

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle K.

18 Sept, 2023

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

Great location.

This place was perfect for a two day vacation with the family. The place had everything you needed, from beach chairs, towels and game accessories. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jamie b.

26 Sept, 2024

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

Great property and location

The pool, and close proximity to the beach with little view obstruction was a great combo. everything was clean, updated, and well-appointed. having both units each with its own kitchen and fridge was great. communication was easy responsive. location was perfect for quick trips to downtown, Fort Clinch, parks, etc. highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

10 Sept, 2024

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

4Night Stay

Love the location. From porch on 2nd floor, had nice view of ocean even though was not ocean front. Love the beach access which was right across the street. Nice path right to the beach. Pool was immaculate and perfect temp. Definitely will return.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

2 Aug, 2023

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

What a great place!

Amy is an amazing host with such a nice property. My family has stayed here 2 years in a row. It is a nice, clean and cozy place to stay! And its directly across from the beach!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

24 Jun, 2024

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

Beautiful Stay

The house was the perfect getaway with amazing views. The host - Amy, was very accommodating and flexible. We had a great time with our family. It was nice having a full kitchen and supplies that every household uses on an everyday basis. The pool was perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B., BUCKHEAD, GA USA

29 Jun, 2023

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

A Great Property

An attractive and very well-appointed property. Great location and easy beach access. The Host was very pleasant and attentive from beginning to end.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

7 Mar, 2023

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

great location

Great location to car watch during car show week. Close to town and all the car shows / auctions. Nice place with plenty of parking and a nice patio to entertain on.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold V.

20 Mar, 2023

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

Beach house

This beach house was so cozy and comfortable. Beautiful sunrises right off back porch. Will definitely stay again

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus J.

17 Jun, 2024

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

Great spot!

We had a great time on Amelia island and the host made us feel like family. Amy made sure everything was perfect with our stay and checked on us to make sure we got in ok. We had a ton of laughs, played Jax and chilled in the pool... Just what we needed... We would love to book this again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H., Wading River, NY

23 Apr, 2023

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

Family Vacation

Had a great stay! House was close to beach, state park & the town. House was clean and was as described. Loved the ping pong table & we used the bbq a couple of times Thank You!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron M., Woodstock, GA

30 Apr, 2023

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

Great Getaway

The property was as advertised. Excellent location, excellent communication with owner. We biked about 50 miles in 2 days from that location.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

13 Jul, 2023

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

Quick Getaway

The host was very quick to respond to any questions I had and the place is super cute and clean! Right across the street from the beach made it easy to go back and forth.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

18 Apr, 2023

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

Awesome location

Great little beach house with fun decor. The beach is right across the street and so easy to walk to. Quick drive to restaurants in town or bike to the ones near by. Amy even provided beach chairs and towels. Very well stocked. Loved our time here!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

KEITH P.

30 May, 2023

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

Excellent stay

The residence was really clean. The beach access was very accessible and proved to be easy for our 5 year-old. We loved the beach vibes! The location was in close proximity to a lot of great restaurants. I urge everyone to eat at Artes pizza. Located in town. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

30 Jun, 2023

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

Very nice hosts and clean property

We enjoyed our stay at this property. There were plenty of supply, very clean and comfortable beds. The hosts were quick to respond to any pressing needs. You do hear the people staying upstairs and fortunately for us they were pretty quite.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Martha H.

11 Nov, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

FOT Nightmare

Listed photos are probably from twenty years ago. The property had roaches. The house next door is under construction and noisy. I would not recommend this duplex to anyone.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

24 Apr, 2023

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

551 South Fletcher

We had a great stay at Amy’s place. The property was exceptionally clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable. I loved the decor… even better than the pictures. Having the beach across the street was so convenient. We enjoyed being able to use the grill, ping-pong table and corn hole set. Amy was quick to respond when we had questions. We’re already thinking about another visit in October.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

16 Mar, 2023

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

Great location

The unit was a perfect size for our family, 2 adults and 2 small kids. Great beach access and walking distance to putt putt and park. We enjoyed the patio each morning. We could hear the guests upstairs even though they weren’t being loud. Not a huge deal because we have kids. Also no visitors are allowed. Again, not a huge deal but we happen to have family in the area that we’re going to visit during the day and were not allowed. They did give us the opportunity to cancel but we chose not to. Overall a very good experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amy Davis

I grew up traveling to Fernandina Beach as a child and fell in love, so naturally it was the beach sweet spot that we always gravitated to for vacation.
We raised our children spending the summers playing in the afternoon tide pools, searching for shark teeth, walking down the beach to play putt putt, and picking out books at the BookLoft downtown to complete summer reading requirements. We have made so many special memories on Amelia Island and we hope that your family and friends will too!

Why they chose this property

Our dream came true to own a slice of heaven when we made our first Fernandina Beach purchase at 240/ 244 South Fletcher Avenue. This property at 551 South Fletcher Avenue is our 3rd property and it is very special. It is situated across the street from the beach but boasts beautiful views of the ocean from the upstairs deck. Get comfy in the cozy deck chair with a good book or settle in for a good nap!
Our newest feature for this property is a beautiful swimming pool! Two waterfalls are a lovely backdrop spilling over the stone ledger wall.

What makes this property unique

We started construction on the swimming pool in January. We discovered after some research that there are not many homes with swimming pools on the beach rental market. This lot provided ample room for the pool and plenty of space to gather with friends and family. We allow up to 8 guests (including children) at all times.

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property

Heated optional pool and directly across the street from a private beach access!

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Fernandina Beach

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

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9.6/10

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10/10 Excellent

Janeen M.

Janeen M.

8/10 Good

Daniel L.

Weekend retreat

Daniel L.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Z.

Great spring break

Jessica Z.

10/10 Excellent

syankowiak

Ocean Breeze Stay

syankowiak

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Great getaway!

Catherine P.

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Perfect location

James C.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

quick get away

Tracy B.

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle K.

Great location.

Danyelle K.

10/10 Excellent

jamie b.