Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly!
This Victorian home built in 1903, is fully renovated with all the modern comforts, but keeping its history and southern charm. It has all the appeal - and challenges - of a 122 year old house. If you like stark, bland, new construction, this is not the house for you!
Located in the historical area of Avondale, with excellent restaurants, beautiful parks and shops all in walking distance. Enjoy a fun day of shopping in original and eclectic boutiques or take a bike ride and see all the historical sites. Museums, downtown and the sports complexes are within a 10 minute drive. It's just 10 minutes to treatment centers like The Proton Center, Mayo Clinic and the new Anderson's Cancer Center. Jax beach is just 30 minutes away. Disney World is a little over 2 hours away.
This is a cozy comfortable home, but large enough for you to have multiple couples or a large family. The third floor is a bonus room with extra space for gathering, sleeping or working.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3180239vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Jacksonville
Northwest, a neighbourhood in Jacksonville, is home to this holiday home. Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sadler Point Marina and Ortega Yacht Club Marina. Check out an event or a game at EverBank Stadium, and consider making time for Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
5 Points West Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
Riverside Park - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Jefferson Station - 6 min drive
Jacksonville Station - 11 min drive
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 16 min walk
Carmines Pie House - 17 min walk
Carolina Jax - 14 min walk
Dillons Cafeteria - 13 min walk
Burger King - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly!?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly! on 3 Aug 2026 start from AU$243, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Riverside/Avondale Award Winning Historical Home! Family/pet friendly! located?
Located in Northwest, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Vincent's Medical Center, Boone Park and 5 Points West Shopping Center. Memorial Park and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We spent 4 days there with family for a wedding and everything was wonderful. We loved the neighborhood, the house and furnishings are amazing. The only drawback for older couples are that all the bedrooms are upstairs and the bathrooms are a little spread out. Grab bars would be wonderful. But I’m 85 and did fine with it. I’d rebook in a heartbeat!
Pat R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2026
Thanks, Pat! We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
I did have removable grab bars, but didn't have them up for you. I guess I need to figure out how to ask people if they need them!
If you ever do rebook, let me know and I'll have them ready for you.
This home is a great place to stay when you are in Jacksonville. It’s well taken care of and you can tell there is a lot of pride in the ownership. The neighborhood is very quiet and great for taking long walks. It is ideally situated near the Avondale shopping district, which is only a 10 minute walk away. We would definitely stay here again.
The house and furnishing are wonderful. The neighborhood is friendly, easy for walking and close to many things to do. Was a great place for the furry family members and place for them to walk. All the family were very impressed with the house and said they would love to come stay again.
Lynne T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2025
Thanks, Lynne. It was great hosting you and your family.
My family LOVED gathering in this home. It's spacious, well stocked and beautifully located. Host was responsive, accessible. The backyard seating area was lovely for morning coffee and evening chats.
Karen B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2023
Karen, so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host you all! Please come back anytime!
Lovely restored home. Beautiful furnishings and comfortable for our 6 person family group. Very clean and nice walking neighborhood close to the river.
Maria P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2023
Thank you, Maria! It was a pleasure to host you and your family! I'm glad you were able to enjoy our lovely neighborhood!
The property is in a nice quiet neighborhood. Downstairs area very open and spacious. The backyard was very quaint. Really enjoyed my stay and would stay again!!!
We enjoyed our stay in this spacious and well-appointed home located in a beautiful, leafy neighborhood. Great location for walking to dinner, shopping and quick drive to a gem of a museum--Cummer Museum and Gardens. Highly recommend.
Erin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Thank you Erin!
I'm glad you and your family enjoyed your weekend!
My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Everything was exactly as pictured and there was so much space for us that we didn’t feel on top of each other. My family came in to town to celebrate my graduation from nursing school. Would definitely stay here again!
Meita H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
Thank you, Meita! It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Congratulations again on your graduation!
Stayed for two weeks. This property is well-located, with a 15 minute walk to the shops and restaurants in Avondale. The house is spacious and well appointed. We especially appreciated the large master bathroom and kitchen. The property owner was responsive to our questions and requests. Lots of bedrooms for a larger group.
Tory S.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Pleasure hosting you Tory! You are welcome back anytime!
The house is clean, well decorated and spacious. It is located in a quiet, desirable neighborhood which is close to a museum, parks, shops and restaurants (walking distance for some). The house is plenty big for a group of 6 or more. I could live in this house!
Jennie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2024
Thank you Jennie! It was a pleasure to host you! Come back anytime!
We absolutely loved our stay. The historical home was so clean and very beautifully decorated. Our King size bed was so comfy. We golfed during the day and then returned for the evening to have dinner close by at local restaurants. We especially loved “Biscotti’s.” We also enjoyed a morning walk in “Boone’s Park” located in the area as well. All in all a great stay. Will definitely be back.
Maria H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Maria, it was a pleasure to have you all stay with me. I hope you'll come back and visit again!
Close to good restaurants and classy bars, large house, beautiful with a lot of character. I hosted friends for dinner one night and lunch the next day. Good street parking in front of the house. Quiet neighbors. I never saw or heard any of them.
James K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Thanks, Jimmy! I appreciate your being flexible when you arrived and we were still cleaning up the work we had to do!
Come back and visit!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kelly A.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Owner was helpful but property didn’t meet expectations
While the owner was very lovely and responsive, unfortunately the property didn’t meet our expectations and we checked out after one night. We knew it was a heritage / older home so expected more antique type furniture but listing made it seem more updated then it was. We also found it smelled very musty and the carpets were in bad condition. So unfortunately we didn’t stay.
Kelly A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Kelly, I am sorry your husband had a bad experience. I have never had anyone complain about a "musty smell." I had several people go in the next day and no one was able to identify a smell.
I did see there was a spill from the last guest that I was unable to clean as it was a quick turn around. I have replaced the hall floor with wood instead of carpet as I could not get the stain up.
I am sorry that you were disappointed and hope the fact that I gave you a full refund alleviated your dissatisfaction.
About the host
Hosted by Kathryn McAvoy
I love remodeling old historic homes, and this is my favorite one! What a beauty!
Why they chose this property
Avondale is one of the few walking neighborhoods in Jacksonville. You can enjoy shops, museums and restaurants without a car. With a car you can be downtown, at a professional sports game or at the primary Performing Arts Center all within 5 minutes!
What makes this property unique
This beautiful historic home has all the modern conveniences without giving up the charm of 120+ year old home. Children will love sleeping in the 3rd floor bonus room, with a sleeping area and a sitting room.
Languages:
English
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