Turtle Hut
8 Blocks to the Beach |Bikes, Beach Gear, Games at Turtle Hut |Firepit |Small Dog Friendly
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Come and stay with us at the Turtle Hut! Enjoy sun-soaked days and relaxing nights, visiting our great local places to dine and shop.
Visit us in Jacksonville Beach and stay in this cozy home 8 blocks from the Atlantic Ocean! Such a light & airy place - great backyard for relaxing after a day at the beach or maybe you want to hang out in our garage cave with a variety of games and mini-fridge. We have two Bluetooth Speaker/Lights that are available for use in the garage or if you wish to bring them to the backyard. There is a magnetic screen on the garage door to help minimize bugs when you are enjoying that outdoor space - as well as 2 box fans to help keep the air flow going in our warmer months.
The three bedrooms are very comfortable and we have different cozy living areas so you can spread out! Beach Lovers will enjoy being a 15 minute stroll to the beach (get those steps in!) - and we provide the gear so you don't have to figure out how to bring it with you! Pulling the beach wagon we provide, loaded up with some beach chairs, boogie boards, beach towels and your toes are in the sand. Don't forget your sun block!
After your day at the beach - come back home and get ready for your fun evening! We have three bikes and keep exploring the great restaurants, shops and breweries that we have around Jax Beach. Bike along 1st Street and find more great places to dine! A few minutes away is the South Beach Park & Sunshine Playground that has everything from basketball & pickle ball courts to a seasonal splash pad Skate Park and Playground.
The street in front of our home is a busy one during certain times of day. We are also just up the street from Beaches Baptist Hospital. We do provide sound machines in the bedrooms so you can select from a variety of sounds to help minimize the traffic. Jacksonville Beach is a busy little bustling beach town - especially during our spring & summer seasons!
Non-Smoking Property: The entire property is no-smoking.
Firewood is not provided.
A short drive to Downtown Jacksonville lets you take in sporting events & concerts. OR visit The Seawalk Pavillion for events there too! And the Jax Beach Pier is a lot of fun too! This is a great location to take in the The Players Championships at Sawgrass. You can also take advantage of a Tuc-Tuc and tour the craft breweries around downtown Jacksonville. To learn more about things to see & do, go to www.visitjacksonville.com
Grocery Store Options - Whole Foods, Publix and Trader Joe's are all a short distance away!
Dog Friendly - dogs less than 30 lbs - additional cleaning/pet hair removal fee required. Pets must be disclosed in advance. Fee is per pet. (Max 2 pets) All dogs are to be treated with Advantage or similar topical flea and tick repellent three (3) days prior to arrival. Fleas and ticks are very rampant in this area and can cause harmful/fatal illness to humans and pets. All items above are the sole responsibility of the dog owner. Failure to disclose the pet in advance will result in a $500 fee.
All TV's are Smart TV's - with numerous free viewing options - but don't forget your login info for Hulu, Netflix, Amazon or YouTube TV! Gigabit Wifi Speed!
Guest BR 1:
King Size Bed
Smart TV
Guest BR 2:
Queen Size Bed
Smart TV
Guest BR 3:
Queen Size Bed
Smart TV
Living Room:
Smart TV
Living Room #2:
Smart TV
Bathrooms: There are 2 full bathrooms with Tub/Shower combos. One is En Suite with the Owner's Suite and the Guest Bathroom is off of the main hallway.
Amenities:
INCLUDES: Beach Kit - Wagon, beach chairs, boogie boards, beach toys; 3 bikes with lock, beach towels
Outdoor firepit - firewood not provided - but is available at Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Publix, etc.
Full Kitchen including Keurig, Toaster, Microwave, Dishwasher
Linens, Pillows & Bathroom Towels Provided
Beach Towels Provided (6)
Parking available on driveway. Max - 2 cars We also have a side gravel parking area that we recommend you use due to the traffic on the main street at certain times of day.
Great fenced in yard to relax and enjoy! Outdoor Patio furniture, Firepit
**Parties are strictly prohibited - as noted in the rental agreement. Penalties will be enforced. The property is monitored by Minut / Noise Aware as noted in the booking agreement. The inside fireplace is not available for use.
It is unlawful for a sexual offender or sexual predator to occupy this residence in violation of section 775.215, Florida Statues precluding such residency within 1,000 feet of any school, child care facility, park, or playground.
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE
Guest Arrival is anytime 4pm EST or after. If the property is approved for early arrival, you will receive a message letting you know you can arrive early and we will activate the door code. If you do not receive a message, then the arrival will remain at 4pm EST.
Guest Departure is anytime 10am EST or before. If you have not departed by this time and do not have written prior approval for a late departure, you will be assessed a $50 late departure fee for every 30 minute delay. The Cleaning Services we use schedule their teams for multiple cleans in advance and any unplanned delays create issues. With unscheduled/unapproved late departures, they are required to bring in additional team members to assist, which incurs a higher cost that must be charged. Any requests made for a late departure must be made a minimum of 24 hours in advance of departure time and are subject to approval/availability.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bathroom Configuration
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should you operate the fan? According to the HVI (Home Ventilation Institute) bathroom fans should only be operating for about 20 minutes during and after a bath or shower.
Should the fan be left on all day or left on all night? You especially should never leave the fan on all of the time. If it is run too long, it can overheat and become a serious problem and fire hazard.
Please plug the Blue Tooth Speakers in after use to ensure they get recharged for the next use!
Tree Frogs & Lizards are also indigenous to our tropical climate and will be around all of our properties. These are good for the environment and are not anything that we treat for! You may find the occasional one has gotten into the property and not made it out - or has gotten in and is hopping around. There is nothing wrong with this - it is part of our local environment.
This is really just informational. They are a part of our Florida Tropical Climate. No refunds are given for these issues. Thank you!
Tenant is at least twenty-five (25) years of age and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved dates. In addition to Tenant, other authorized occupants that have been identified to us are included. Should any unauthorized persons occupy or use the Premises, Tenant shall vacate the premises immediately without any refund. Rental status is transient and gives no residential claim to the guests. Transient accommodations, or "short term rentals" are also subject to applicable Florida Sales and County tourist development taxes which are added as a part of your total payment. Should the laws change regarding applicable taxes, we will adjust your reservation accordingly. This may include an additional charge should tax rates be increased or a refund if tax rates are decreased.
FAMILY RENTAL ONLY
Reservations made for teenagers or young single groups will not be honored without any accompanying adult staying in the unit at ALL times. We require at least one member of the party to be 25 (twenty-five) years of age! Any violators will be evicted according to Florida Statute 508.141 with forfeiture of all monies.
GROUP SIZE
The maximum number of occupants allowed per property is listed in the property description. Maximum capacity applies to any given time, such as during a gathering of people at the property that includes guests that are not staying overnight. If maximum capacity is exceeded, occupancy may be terminated without a refund.
FALSIFIED RESERVATION
Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of reservation deposit, damage deposit, and/or balance of rental payment.
PET POLICY
Pets are allowed on property - must be disclosed in advance and pet fee paid. Max 2. If there is evidence of pets without disclosure, a $500 fine will be charged.
NONSMOKING UNIT
Smoking is strictly prohibited. Your damage deposit will be forfeited, and you will incur an additional charge for carpet cleaning and deodorizing if any evidence of smoking is found. Or you will be billed a $500 penalty for violating the Smoking Policy. Smoking would include all forms of tobacco, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vaping, etc.
LINENS/TOWELS/SUPPLIES/FURNITURE
Linens & towels are provided. Excessive Stains, Damage or loss of the Linens will result in a $50 Charge. An initial supply of paper products is provided. Extra items needed are the responsibility of the Tenant. Limited cleaning supplies are provided. There is a $50 fee to restage the house if furniture is moved around and not returned to its original place.
FIREPIT/BBQ: the firepit is NOT to be moved from the center of the paver area in the yard. Moving of the pit and any damages then caused to the yard/landscaping are the responsibility of the guest and will be charged accordingly. The BBQ needs to remain on the gravel area for use.
DAMAGES / EXCESSIVE CLEANING
Property Damage must be advised BEFORE departure. Failure to disclose may result in an additional charge.
CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS
Posted on the refrigerator & are standard for short term rental properties. Failure to complete these instructions will result in an additional charge of $50 per hour for completion.
Firearms & Weapons
- Guests must abide by all Federal, State and local laws.
- Firearm and weapons must be appropriately registered.
- Firearms must be unloaded
- No cleaning of firearms is permitted on the premises.
- Firearms and weapons must be safeguarded and secured in either a locked, hard sided firearm container or a soft gun case provided by the guest, at all times and clearly labeled with their name and contact information.
- No fireworks of any kind, including sparklers.
When you book our property, we will text, message or email you the code to your identified contact preference - 2 hours prior to your arrival. This will give you access to the front door of the property. Additionally, names & ages of each guest are required in advance of your arrival; make/model of your vehicle(s) are required upon arrival. Maximum Occupancy of both persons and vehicles is enforced.
To maintain the quality of our property and ensure a pleasant experience for all guests, please refrain from using hair dye or any other staining substances on the premises. Any guest found to have used hair dye in a way that results in stained linens, towels, or other property items will be subject to an additional cleaning and damage fee.
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