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The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing

Family-friendly vacation home in Jacksonville Beach with a water park

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Interior
Exterior detail
Smart TV, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 101000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jacksonville Beach, FL
  • Place, Atlantic Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacksonville Beach Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Northeast Florida Beaches
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Jacksonville Beach

This vacation home places you next to Atlantic Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Jacksonville Beach Pier. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Atlantic Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jacksonville Beach Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sleiman North Shopping Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Northeast Florida Beaches - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oceanfront Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lynch's Irish Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sago Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mango's Beach Bar & Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ritz - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LandShark Bar & Grill - ‬3 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 Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing

Quaint One-Bedroom Cottage - A Beachside Retreat with King-Size Comfort

First pet free. Welcome to a charming one-bedroom cottage that embraces beachside living. With a king-size bed and a comfortable couch featuring a queen pull-out mattress, this cozy retreat offers both style and comfort. This Cottage shares the back yard with Whale 2 Cottage. Rent both for the whole family this summer!

Key Features:

Updated Kitchen: Revel in a well-appointed kitchen with quartz countertops, a Keurig coffee maker, and all the essential dishes, glasses, and cookware.
Vaulted Ceilings: Enjoy an open and airy atmosphere, enhanced by the cottage's vaulted ceilings.
Large Lit Deck: The spacious, well-lit deck is perfect for outdoor living, whether it's dinner under the stars or entertaining friends. A Weber gas grill is provided for your outdoor culinary adventures.
Tropical Landscaping: Surrounding the cottage is lush tropical landscaping, creating a serene outdoor sitting area for relaxation.
Shared Backyard: Share the backyard with Whale 2 (VRBO#3454836), enhancing the sense of community while providing additional space to unwind.
Beach Essentials: Your beach experience is complete with provided beach tent, umbrellas, and chairs.
Entertainment and Convenience: Stay entertained with cable TV and high-speed WiFi. A full-size washer and dryer add to the convenience of your stay.
Fully Fenced Yard: Revel in privacy and security within the fully fenced yard, making it an ideal spot for both relaxation and recreation.
Proximity to the Beach:
Situated just half a block from the beach, this cottage is conveniently located within walking distance of all that Jax Beach has to offer.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and coastal living in this well-appointed beachside cottage, where the shared backyard with Whale 2 adds a sense of community to your stay.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. A Smart TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Please do not flush anything but toilet paper down the toilet. Please turn off outside lights at night.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • 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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadbolt lock
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: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

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.
  • 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 deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

THE Whale Cottage 1/2 Block From THE Beach
1/2 BLOCK FROM THE BEACH! PET FRIENDLY! FAST WIFI WFH
JAX Beach IS Open!!!the Whale Cottage 1/2 Block From THE Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Jacksonville Beach, just steps from Atlantic Beach. You'll also find Northeast Florida Beaches and Oceanfront Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing have a hot tub?

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.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far 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 10.9 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which is located 27.2 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing?

Yes, every accommodation at The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

The Whale - Free Pet Beachside Cottage! Summer special pricing Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

veronicaflowers100

Liked: Cleanliness
The Whale was an adorble nest! The host thought of everything and the location-just step from the beach was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

Great location, everything as advertised. Very easy communication with the owner. We had a great New Year's.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location, and a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way. The cottage felt like our own private retreat and our Westie/Poo appreciated having free range of the yard too. We were a block from the beach and walkable distance to shops and restaurants. The fresh flowers and pecan cookies were a warm welcome and much enjoyed. Cannot say enough good things. A great place to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite/ great location/ tv steam great / private backyard/ beach very close
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Whale Beachside Cottage is about as close to the beach as you can get in Jax Beach. It is a very short one block walk and you are on the sand! Chris presents a lovely place to stay, very clean, well maintained, supplied with pretty much everything you need in the kitchen, bathroom, and supplies for the beach to make your stay comfortable and easy. This was our second stay in the cottage and we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this property! It was the perfect size for my husband and me. Offered everything we needed for a weekend get-away, and the proximity to the beach was great.Highly recommend The Refinery for a nice dinner out. It is 1/2 block from the house, so the perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra S., Smyrna GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

Wonderful place. Has everything you need and so close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Whale was a dream stay! We were here for a Mayo visit. We wanted to bring our pets… Chris was so accommodating! The entire cottage had everything we needed! We loved that we could take our pups to the beach and 2 daily long walks. They LOVED it! The fenced front patio was a fave pastime. This property doesn’t disappoint. We will definitely stay here again! The inside decor and pics was exactly as pictured and we were treated with beautiful roses and baked goods.
View from front deck at Sunrise
I counted the steps from the cottage to the sandy beach ( 100 steps!)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Very pleased with the location. The beach was right across a quiet street, maybe a one minute walk, not across a busy road or anything like most places that are listed as "beach across the street". Morning walks were great. Tons of people riding bikes. Very peaceful! The Jacksonville Fishing Pier is a short 5ish minute walk, along with some restaurants and bars. We walked everywhere! It was nice not to have to navigate beach roads in our car.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cottage!

This little gem is in a perfect location for everyone who wants to enjoy the beach and have great restaurants in walking distance. We really enjoyed our stay and how walkable the neighbhood was. Easy parking and check-in process. The cottage is perfect for a couple looking to unwind. The bed is incredibly comfortable and the shower is nice and spacious. The beach is only a few steps away - you can see the ocean from the front deck! We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well needed get away

Great location and perfect home! Everything we needed to recharge and reset. Thank you for sharing your lovely property! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Weekend

Loved staying at The Whale Cottage! Really cute inside and out with everything you need for a wonderful stay. Comfortable bed, great spaces to relax and the welcome touches were so appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Near Mayo and Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital

My wife was at Brooks for months and was time to stay close to Jax beach and nearby restaurants. Location is terrific and walked the beach daily and recharged my own battery. Chris was easy to connect with and helpful. I was very comfortable during my stay.
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness

Well appointed, cozy cottage close to beach

The Whale is a lovely, cozy little cottage. The layout is quirky, but gives it character. The personal touches by the host were noticeable and greatly appreciated, especially by my wife. We greatly enjoyed the very close proximity to the beach, only a short block away. The beach wagon was a great benefit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

It is a block from the beach Restaurants walkable
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

Stayed for a few days, very nice! Very close to beach, can see the ocean from living room and front deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing space!

My husband and I spent 9 days in this charming cottage! The size was perfect for the 2 of us (and our dog!) with enough space to combine a few days of work with a few days of fun! The location of this property can't be beat - so close to the beach and all of the wonderful things the Jax Beach neighborhood has to offer! The property had everything we needed including a very comfortable bed, good size bathroom, convenient (and large!) washer and dryer, and a great patio space. The Roku TV was easy for us to use with all of our subscription services. The kitchen was decently equipped with everything we needed for our stay (although to be fair, we didn't cook any major meals). We enjoyed meeting 2 sets of visitors to the cottage in the back - definitely want to look at that one for a potential rental, too. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kindl

Very cute place. The owner was very easy to get in touch with. Very close to the beach and our dog met dog friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A., Franklin, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

NYE Stay

We enjoyed our time at the Whale House. It’s a small place as depicted in the photos but well appointed, comfortable and cozy. It’s very close to the beach and lots of restaurants. The fenced yard was great for our pup who was a welcomed guest as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving

First, I have to say "WOW"!!! This place was awesome and as we say in the South "Cute as a Button!" Chris put little touches in this Cottage that made it a HOME, not just a place to stay. Bed was very comfortable, pull-out sofa was nice as well per our adult son. Also nice to sit on for watching football. The short walk to the beach was an added bonus, which our little Maltese really enjoyed. We will definitely stay again when coming to Jacksonville Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H., Stuart, Fla

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Adorable cottage with a great location. Just a block from the beach and could hear the waves from our patio. Could walk to a wide variety of restaurants. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Location and amenities exceeded our expectations. This was our first time staying in this area and we are looking forward to returning. The fresh flowers upon our arrival was a nice touch!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024