Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops
1 house away from beach access to walk/play at the beach and watch pretty sunrise then walk to restaurants. We have been renting ocean front vacation rentals for over 18 years. We purchased this very special and adorable cottage just steps from the beach and we spent tens of thousands of dollars renovating it back to it's former glory. We pride ourselves on providing an enjoyable relaxing vacation experience with nice furnishings and a beautiful setting and as a result we have many repeat customers that come back year after year. This very rare and adorable 1934 beach cottage has been beautifully restored to its former glory days. It is located in the heart of Jacksonville Beach and only steps away from the ocean. It is easy walking distance to many shops, festivals, bars, clubs, and restaurants. Everything is right there.
And we are only 10 minutes away from the famous Mayo clinic and 15 minutes to the PGA Tour Headquarters and famous TPC Sawgrass Championship golf course with its new $80 million dollar club house and the annual PGA Tour Players Championship Tournament.
We are also just 30 minutes to beautiful St. Augustine, FL the Nations oldest city and a major tourist attraction in its own right.
Our cottage is suitable for just one couple, several couples, or a an entire family getaway or family reunion. For a smaller wedding, why not have your wedding on the beach and your reception at the Cottage. We have a huge private backyard, one of the largest at the beach where you can simply relax or even have your breakfast, lunch, or dinner in the privacy of your own backyard.
Check us out on Google Earth or Google Maps and you will see how close we are to the beach. We have a limited supply of beach chairs for the adults, and even beach toys for the kids.
We also have a beautiful fire pit for those chilly evenings or for a good old fashioned campfire like the old days. And of course don't forget our very own Tiki Hut / Bar in the backyard too. This is the perfect vacation getaway location.
Because we are in a residential neighborhood we simply ask you to respect the neighbors at night with common courtesy and the fact that they have to go to work in the mornings while you are on vacation.
We furnished this adorable cottage with nice furniture such as a rattan dining room set, and rattan living room furniture and we decorated the place like a home. You will feel it's your home away from home the moment you walk into this adorable cottage. The cottage still has original beautiful wood walls and wood floors almost throughout the entire house. The walls and floors are absolutely beautiful after our refinishing.
Our kitchen is stocked with cookware, dishes, utensils, glasses, and of course campaign glasses to start your vacation. The side-by-side fridge has ice and water in the door. You may just find yourself eating out in the terrific local restaurants within 5 or less than 5 minutes walking distance, or you'll appreciate the microwave and coffeemaker for your convenience too! Plus, you can also put something into crock pot and the food will be ready when you come back from beach. If not, you can throw chicken/steak/hamburger, etc. on the BBQ grill and enjoy your family picnic at the backyard. We recently added a cute surf board outdoor shower so that you can take a warm shower to rinse off all the sand.
A laundry room is equipped with washer, dryer to makes longer trips away from home easier.
Sheets, liens and towels will also be provided. The cottage is also furnished with HD TV , Blue Ray DVD player, and Roky, Sling, Netflex apps for your quiet time. W also provide WIFI internet service too, just in case you want to stay in touch with family/friends during your stay.
Inquire with any questions or better yet, book it now and we are sure you will fall in love with it. We did.
** You have option to add our back suite addition for another 1 bedroom studio to have total 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and can sleep up to 11 guests or only book the 3 BR/2 baths for the main house only. Please email to request the addition separately.
'Very Important - Please Note. We do not list this rental property on Craigs List. Any listing on Craigs List for this property is a Fraud. Initial contact with owners should be through this website directly.'
KJ Casita Del Mar is a very rare and adorable 1934 beach cottage which has been extensively renovated. It is located at the heart of Jacksonville Beach just steps from the ocean ( walk past one house ) and across from Ocean Park. Modern central air and heat, modern kitchen and bathrooms, but absolutely beautiful restored wood floors and walls throughout the cottage.
Our cottage is within easy walking distance to many shops, bars, night clubs, and restaurants. Everything it seems is within a few blocks of the cottage.
Since it is at the heart of Jax Beach, you can walk to all the events and festivals within a few minutes without worrying about finding or paying any parking.
Or simply relax enjoy your own very large private backyard with built in Charcoal Grill, or warm yourself next to the large stone firepit and also enjoy our completely detached Tiki Hut and 14' Tiki Bar located inside which can be locked and secured depending on family preference. You control the key.
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Pets allowed: cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets are accepted if rules are followed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Ok to smoke Outside the house only
Party/event allowed only with prior approval/fee paid, else deposit forfeited.
Please move trash bins to the street Mon and Thur night for nest am pick up. Recycle bin out on Tues for Wed pick up.
Pets rules - No pets allowed in any beds or sofa. No chasing game inside the house. Pet fee applied. Deposit forfeited if pet stay not reported.
Important information
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Property # 401870vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
About the area
Jacksonville Beach
Located in Jacksonville Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. SeaWalk Pavillion and Beaches Museum & History Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve and Ribault Monument. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jacksonville Beach Tennis Center or Morocco Shrine Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Ink Factory Brewing - 11 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min walk
Surfer The Bar - 10 min walk
Foxtail Coffee Co. - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$424, 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 Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Charming Cottage ! 2 Min to Beach 3 min walk to Restaurants & Shops located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Oceanfront Park, Atlantic Beach and Rhoda Martin Cultural Heritage Center. Sleiman South Shopping Center and Northeast Florida Beaches are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Responsive host, amazing location. Great outdoor back yard space (fire pit, patio furniture, grill, heated shower). Well stocked kitchen (hurray for lots of utensils!). Single story with one step to front porch- very easy access for mobility restricted individuals. Cozy and charming, as described!
Our family of five stayed for a long weekend to visit family in the Jacksonville area. This was a great place to stay. Close to restaurants, easy access to nearby attractions/day trips and great location to the beach. Already planning to book again.
Comfortable accommodationsNice extra was plenty of beach towels available Great location!
Hilary B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Damen M.
21 Apr 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
First of all I don’t complain or write negative reviews. This is a first. After all of the issues were staying at this property I requested a 20% discount for our stay and they only agreed to 10%. The house was listed at 12 occupants at the time of booking and when we arrived at the property, we found only room for eight people. Inside the property, the occupancy note said eight people in the main house. Because they knew we had 10 people and only 8 sleeping spots I wanted 20% back. The host changed the occupancy notes from 12 to 8 immediately after I brought this up to her and still kept her price the same . There are many issues with the property that have been in negative reviews for at least 2 years and they have not been fixed. The front door lock did not work. The outdoor shower had broken plumbing causing it to spray you with scalding hot water at knee level.The water in the main shower is backwards. I know that there is a sign on the wall that explains that the hot is cold and the cold is hot but no matter what you did you either got a luke warm shower or scolding top shower no in between. When arriving the dumpster on the side of the house was overflowing and had not been emptied in a while. We left the house in much better shape. I suggest that the host fix the issues with the plumbing and to clean the place up a little bit, including the back tiki hut that was not usable due to garbage and other clutter. The pictures are super inaccurate of what you pay for.
Damen M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2026
We have run this rental since 2012 and on different occasions, we have guest like Damen to find fault and threaten to write bad review unless we refund them the money.
We have informed him before his arrival that the city has now disallowed any ADU rental so we are not able to rent back suite to them. I did try to update the website but missed one hidden section that stated you may have up to 12 guests if you rent the back suite. Then, he held hostage against us starting asking refund close to end of the stay due to the little hidden section of ad that we missed saying we misled him.
The home was built 1934 and we do advise on the post in the bath that the hot and cold water is reversed. We have had over hundreds guests stay here since 2012 and everyone was fine but not this guest.
About the full can of trash made from prior guests is also something we can not control as we can not tell guest 'Please do not make too much trash'. City has scheduled date to pick up so they won't be picked up till the pick up date, but he complained and made a fuss of it.
He continued to complain about this and that and asked refund and tried to find faults or exaggerated things starting with 10% refund and I told him I will check with my business partner then he raised to 20% refund if not done at that moment then threatened more if he does not get his way or will write a bad review etc. We did give him refund from his original request but he wanted more as the refund was not given fast enough so he continued to bump up refund amount one after another. We are sorry about city policy change and it is our loss too to have less rental income. It is beyond out control as we wish to rent back suite out too.
Since 2012, we have had so many guests that had a great time staying at our rental home and we welcome more to come stay and have a good time.
We had an amazing time enjoying each other in his intimate setting along with the opportunity to watch the sunrise on the beach. Definitely will return over and over again.
Stayed here for my daughter’s graduation celebration, the house was well equipped to handle our family and the back courtyard was perfect for our family gathering, provided plenty of shade for everyone to sit outside. Loved being so close to the beach. Would love to stay here again and recommend it
Cottage perfect for family needing separate spaces with doors and was not the typical open plan. It was perfect. Very tastefully decorated home that is obviously loved and cared for by owner. Also, stocked with essentials generously. Jean is a fabulous hostess.
We absolutely loved our stay. Second time staying in this cottage with all my kids, plus our dogs. This beautiful cottage is conveniently located near grocery stores, restaurants and souvenirs shops. Location and beach access is perfect. Highly recommend
This is a perfect location for a beach getaway. We will definitely come back with a larger group next time. Beach is right across the street and house is within walking distance of several restaurants. We very much enjoyed this house!
We were in town for the blues festival. House was close enough to walk, lots of room to stretch out. Back patio was nice to sit and relax. Had a great stay.
We have used this little blue cottage as our home away from home for several years now, and we're heartbroken when we miss an opportunity to stay there. The host is very kind and accommodating, the property is superb, the location is divine, and I start counting the days until next year's return the moment I leave. 5 star, hands-down!
Our group of four absolutely loved staying in this cottage. We all agreed we would be happy to live there . While the cottage initially looked like it could use some maintenance on the outside - it didn’t. It’s a true old Florida cottage.Inside it’s so well decorated and comfortable. The beds were comfy, bathrooms good and well stocked with clean towels. There were plenty of beach towels, too.And a short walk past one condo, then across a street to a beach park directly by the ocean. We got up early to see the sunrise on the Atlantic. Also many good restaurants nearby. We especially loved The Dockside (on the river) and Metro Diner. We sure hope to return someday! Thank you for a great stay !
This little beach cottage is adorable. The backyard is great for get together’s and it’s so close to the beach and Jax Beach restaurants and bars.
Robin V.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jean Williams
Cozy 1934 Cottage is an adorable beach cottage. We live just 10 minutes south in TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach. We have had two oceanfront vacation rental in Palm Coast, FL, since 2004, so this is not our first time at running vacation rentals.
We love traveling to share our travel accommodation experience with others so we try and keep that in mind as we furnished our cottage for you. We want our cottage to be unique and memorable. We look forward to staying there as much as you do so we made this cottage with as much charm and warmth as we can to accommodate your trip in Jax Beach and we intend to constantly enhance the property and amenities with feedback and comments from our guests.
Why they chose this property
KJ Casita Del Mar is this adorable cottage that we instantly fell in love with the 1st time we saw it. We feel so connected by such charm and also being next to the beach.
What makes this property unique
We were amazed with the beauty of the original wood walls and floors when we first saw this cottage. The wood walls and floor are almost all over the entire house. It is absolutely beautiful. We also liked all the windows and the bright light and warmth we feel throughout the home.
We made the big shed as the bar/game room where you can relax with the door and windows open and enjoy the ocean breezes rain or shine. It's a guy thing but the ladies like it too.
Languages:
English, Chinese (Mandarin)
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