Located in Westside within a short walk of Ortega Yacht Club Marina, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Lakeside Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Ortega Yacht Club Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Ceder Point Marina - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Lakeside Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Cedar Hills Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
Getting around
Rosa Parks Station - 10 min drive
Jacksonville Station - 21 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min walk
Panera Bread - 10 min walk
LongHorn Steakhouse - 6 min walk
Waffle House - 10 min walk
Star’s Caribbean Restaurant LLC - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Funky Cactus House | Team Joseph Ellen
Summary:
Great eats, great bars and great vibes can be found In the Murray Hill/ Lakeshore area. Enjoy your vacation in this funky Murray Hill home! After a day full of work or activities relax with friends and family under our giant wrap around patio. Minutes from historic Murray Hill and Riverside/Avondale. This is your home away from home, come enjoy your stay!
The Space:
The Funky Cactus House has 3 bedrooms with 1 bath. Perfect for family gatherings or couples retreat! Ideal for Snow Birds, Business Travelers, Families Relocating, Medical Professionals. Minutes to Military bases, Murray Hill, Riverside, and Avondale.
Some of the amenities we have include:
**Big screen and Smart TVs available
**Beautiful yard and patio area
**fire-pit
**Fenced area for pups
**Coffee pot with coffee, cream, and sugar
** Cooking basics
**Laptop-friendly workspace
**Main Bed 1, King; Bedroom 2, queen. Bedroom 3, two twin beds. Living room has a sleeper sofa to sleep an additional two.
and more!
Guest Access:
Full home access
The Neighborhood:
Local art, delicious food, craft beer, and passionate makers have transformed Murray Hill into one of the coolest neighborhoods in Jacksonville. Located between hip Riverside and historic Avondale, this old yet new again hood has become the spot for young entrepreneurs to open innovative restaurants, boutiques, bottle shops and businesses.
Getting Around:
Car or uber
Other Things to Note:
★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Heath, safety, and wellbeing of our guests are of utmost importance to us. For this reason, we use a thorough and extensive process of cleaning after each check-out.
We charge a pet fee of $75 per stay for two pets maximum. This increases to $150 / week and $200 / month for longer term guests. Please submit a special offer with this additional fee included through the platform when you book the unit for more than 7 nights.
*If you neglect to inform us ahead of time that you are bringing a pet with you than we reserve the right to either TERMINATE your stay early or charge an additional $100 on top of the original pet fee.
The following additional charges apply to late check outs/early arrivals, assuming we can offer this at all (we often can’t so please never assume this will be allowed):
1 hr or less early arrival or late departure: $50
1-2 hr early arrival/late departure: $100
2-3 hr early arrival/late departure: $200
These fees are primarily in place to highly discourage late checkouts/early arrivals since this causes our cleaning service undue stress to prep the unit prior to your or the next set of guest’s arrival. This also increases the need for them to rush/cut corners, increasing the likelihood of them not cleaning the unit to the high standard which we hold them to.
REFUND DISCLAIMER:
Please note that if a refund is issued for your booking, the processing fee of 3.9% will not be refunded. The refunded amount will be the total paid minus the 3.9% processing fee per Stripe’s return policy. This applies to direct bookings and bookings made through VRBO. Thank you for your understanding.
● No cats allowed.
●No garage access. For liability reasons, per our insurance we must keep the garage doors closed. Why you may ask? In the past year we have had garage doors ran into, hit by trucks, fall off the tracks, and even our garage door motor knocked off the ceiling by a vehicle. Each time is generally a $1500+ fix.
● You must be 21 years of age or older to book a reservation, and an individual who is 21 years of age or older must be present throughout the duration of the reservation.
● Please no eating or drinking in the bedrooms (closed water bottles are an exception). Additional cleaning fees to remove food/drink stains will apply.
● Please no smoking on the property. Cigarette butts must be disposed of in the ashtray provided on the front
patio. An additional fee to remove stains/odors from cigarettes will apply. (smoke is really hard to get out)
● Pick up all trash before departing. Place all garbage in an outside trash can.
● Please wash all dishes. If the dishwasher was used, please run and unload the dishwasher prior to
departure.
● Do not open the windows. This is due to the extra security measures we have installed.
●Do not overload the washer/dryer. Do not wash sandy beach items or towels in the units. Empty the dryer lint trap after EVERY USE. Additional fees will apply if units are damaged due to improper use.
● The storage room is to remain closed at all times.
● Consumables such as condiments or snacks may be left behind by previous guests if they are not empty. We try our very best to ensure that it is not expired or stale. HOWEVER, ultimately, it is up to the guests’
discretion and inspection to consume these items if they wish. The host does not take any responsibility
for the consumables.
● Please do not rearrange the furniture.
● If guests are found to have had a party without host permission which results in additional cleaning or
maintenance required, guests will be responsible for additional cleaning charges. In the unfortunate
event that neighbors are disturbed, GUESTS WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY
IMMEDIATELY.
● NO ILLEGAL ACTIVITY OR GUESTS WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property welcomes pets
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Westside within a short 12-minute walk of Ortega Yacht Club Marina and also 16 minutes on foot from Lakeside Park. You'll also find Jacksonville Naval Air Station and Florida Yacht Club Marina within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Northeast Florida Retreat?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Northeast Florida Retreat a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each house and a kitchen in some.
Are there hot tubs at Northeast Florida Retreat?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Northeast Florida Retreat?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig), which is 23.5 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which is located 19.5 mi away (28-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Northeast Florida Retreat?
Yes, every house at Northeast Florida Retreat comes with a balcony.
The Funky Cactus House | Team Joseph Ellen Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Dec 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Funky Cactus = Good time!
We enjoyed our experience at the Funky Cactus house! Pets had places to run. Just make sure you understand that the pet fee is on top of what you have already paid.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Leah L.
Nov 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and convenient
We enjoyed our stay, the place was clean and the beds were comfortable. There are many nearby places to eat and a cvs less than a mile away. There is not a dishwasher, so if you don’t like to hand wash you may want to bring paper plates and cups if this bothers you. They had some coffee pods to use which was nice.