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25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Looking east toward ocean.
Looking south west at upper and lower deck.
1st Street (east-west) and Ocean Ave. (north-south) and the dune walkover.
Kitchen view from deck door.
Kitchen view from living room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14166.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Fernandina Beach
  • Place, Fort Clinch State Park
  • Place, Amelia Island Lighthouse
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens

Check-in instructions will be emailed to the guest directly from ERA Realty (the property manager).
Property access details (e.g., key location, entry codes) - Property Access will be sent via text and email once property is available for occupancy on the day of check-in.
Any other relevant property-specific information - Important information for the property will be emailed to the guest prior to arrival.

IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN ACCESS CODE CALL ERA REALTY AT 904-261-4011.

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO REVIEW OUR BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS BELOW UNDER "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT RENTAL RATES" . FOR STAYS GREATER THAN 12 DAYS OR THAT ENCOMPASS TWO WEEKENDS WE APPLY A 90 DAY CANCELLATION PLOICY.

SEE OUR SISTER PROPERTY IN FERNANDINA BEACH - BLUEBERRY DUNES VRBO# 4011909, SLEEPS 14, WITH POOL AND POOL HOUSE

Perfect for families looking for a relaxing beach vacation, away from the crowds and high rise condos. Step back in time when you enter this cottage with its original 1930s wood bead board still intact, harkening back to a simpler time. But fully equipped for modern day tech needs with wi-fi, 4 TVs, CD player, DVD player, gas grill. 2 BR each have a memory foam king mattress and flat screen TV, 2 queen BRs and a funky bunk room with a bunk bed that has a twin XL upper over Queen over twin XL trundle and flat screen TV. Two air mattresses are in the drawer under the bed in the surf board bedroom. Kitchen renovated in 2023 and a third bathroom added. All bedframes replaced in 2022. Living room redecorated in 11/2019 with new large sectional sofa and 4 new reclining/rocking swivel chairs. Dining table accommodates 12-14 seats. Windows galore let in plenty of light and have been replaced in January 2022. All new cork backed vinyl imitation wood flooring throughout the house replaced in January 2022. Enjoy the sunrise and ocean views from the 50' x 16' deck with a 16' x 16' upper level for panoramic ocean views. Clean off after a day at the beach at the hot & cold water outdoor shower or clean your catch of the day at the outdoor fish cleaning station. If you like a fancy newly built beach house Ocean Whisper is not what you want - it is a quaint 1930s beach house with new amenities. Bed linens and bath towels are included. The linen service supplies only one pillowcase per person so bring extras if you use more than one pillow. Loaded with lots of family games. I cant say which ones as that changes depending on how the games are put away. Quick, easy walk across sandy lane to the dune walkover, and voila, you are on miles of pristine, uncrowded sandy beach. Easy for a morning stroll with your coffee or tea, easy to head in at lunch for a quick break from the sun. There used to be a wooden stair at the walk-over but it has been removed and now there is only a sandy path. There is a handicap ramp to the beach about 1/2 mile north at the beachfront park or just south at Main Beach Park.
Historic downtown Fernandina Beach is 2 miles west--a quick drive or a healthy bike ride to many high quality restaurants, art galleries, shopping, fishing, and historical tours. The variety of restaurants ranges from casual burgers to fancy Spanish/Italian/Mexican and everything in between. Several supermarkets, Walmart, Alvin's Island and all the other shops like Walgreens etc. are on island and with in a 5 minute drive. Groups looking for a location to have a loud rambunctious time will not do well here as the neighbors will call us to complain and they will call the police. This is a family friendly mellow location great for healthy, peaceful and fun family getaways. We are located 0.7 miles from the outdoor salt water pool at the Atlantic Ave Recreation Center.

******ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT BOOKING ********* MAKE SURE YOU REVIEW *******

We use ERA Realty to manage our property. The front door opens with a code that ERA will send to you at check in time on the day of check in. To make a reservation, you need to contact me first to request booking dates. Once I either accept your reservation request or I forward you a quote and invitation to book which you accept and that complets the reservation and VRBO forwards me your contact information which I will forward along with the fees to ERA Realty. ERA will them forward you the rental agreement and other check-in information. You will then return the rental agreement to ERA within 10 days. I think for the most part they forward you the rental agreement by email.
When you send me a reservation request or just an inquiry, I will forward you a response that includes a quote of the rental amount including all fees and taxes. The various fees included are the non-refundable ERA $50.00 booking fee and the non-refundable ERA $50.00 damage waiver fee that covers up to $1500.00 in property damage. Please note that the $50 ERA Booking fee is non refundable if you cancel at any time.
As well, VRBO will charge you a service fee based on the rental amount and will debit that amount from your credit card. The rental fee and all other fees are now required by VRBO to be paid through their site. VRBO also applies a fee to the payments you make through VRBO which fee is paid by us. We used to have you pay ERA directly but now, when the booking is made through VRBO's web site, the payments must be made through their site.
We require two payments, the first is due immediately upon me accepting your reservation request or you accepting my invitation to book. The final payment is due 30 days before your stay starts.
Our 30 day cancellation refund policy applies to stays of less than two weeks. For stays of 12 days or more (or that encompass two weekends) we apply a three month cancellation policy. We do this because it is very difficult to re-rent two or more weeks in 30 days. To make a reservation two weeks or more I will have to turn off the VRBO cancelation policy. VRBO does not have a three month option so I can only choose the no cancel option. However, your rental agreement from ERA Realty will indicate that you can cancel three months before your stay starts.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 small dog allowed, 40 pounds or less
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house or on property grounds
Place linens into a pillowcase & leave on each individual bed. Leave bath & beach towels in laundry room. Clean dishes or start a load in dishwasher.
No smoking in home or on grounds. Do not discard butts on the property. This is a family oriented neighborhood. Party politely but respect neighbors.
Do not step on roof from deck. Violators will be evicted immediately. Lost/damaged beach towels=$25 each. fee for lost/damaged lines posted in house.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fernandina Beach

Located in Fernandina Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Fernandina Little Theatre and Blue Door Artists are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Clinch State Park and Amelia Island Lighthouse. Travelling with kids? Consider Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fernandina Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fernandina Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Clinch State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Amelia Island Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Seaside Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Life Food Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moon River Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mocama Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mocama Beer Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 25% Discounts Applied to Oct/Nov/Dec Oceanfront/Pets/H&C Outdoor Shower/Linens located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fernandina Beach holiday home is just steps away from Fernandina Beach and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park. Fort Clinch State Park and Amelia Island Lighthouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

outstanding pet friendly beach home

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay - comfy beds too!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage on the ocean

Very comfortable house for a large party. The 2nd floor deck was the perfect place to watch the sunrise. Just a short walk through the dunes to get to the beach. Loved the living room area and how we could all congregate to socialize. Appreciated how many bath towels they provided and the quality of the towels. Beds were very comfortable. Nicely equipped kitchen. Management company very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kraig h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location

Great location. Clean house. Comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and Friends get together

Had a great time spending time with family and friends at this wonderful beach house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for our family!

We had the absolute best stay. The house was clean and tidy. The space was perfect for accommodating a large party. We couldn’t have asked for a better accommodation!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

Spacious house right across from the beach that has an old school beach house feel but is completely updated and comfortable at the same time. Perfection.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Great location! Perfect house for a big family!

Absolutely loved this house. Beautiful new deck with an amazing beach view! Clean and comfy house with more than enough room for a large group. The location was perfect as well!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great house

9 adults occupied this house. All slept well on so comfortable mattresses. The space is welcoming, the beach close by, across the dune on the corner, plenty of thought went into the use of cabinets, floorspace, bathrooms well appointed. you will be surprised and happy here.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage, great location, responsive host

This was a great rental - a beautiful mix of original beach cottage with modern conveniences. The second story deck was magnificent - amazing views of the ocean and the beach was just steps away. Comfortable beds, new linens, a great living room set up for visiting with family. We loved the variety of restaurants in Fernandina Beach, the Farmers Market and the dog friendly environment. It was so perfect that we plan to return next year for a longer period. Thanks Mark and Regan for making your house available.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Front Property

In terms of being communicative, responsive and accommodating the Owner and Management are literally the best of any rental we have stayed at. The property is incredibly well maintained and great for a small family (like ours) or a larger group. Love the view from the deck. The location is perfect for the island and centrally located. We were there during the beach closure and despite that we had a wonderful trip! There are plenty of things to do on the island and we would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jalonda H., Grove, OK, USA

We thoroughly loved this beach front property!

Perfect location, close to town but fairly limited traffic by the house and on the beach. Nice and quiet. The house was cozy and spacious at the same time. Very clean with adequate linens and supplies. Loved the beach and our 3 y/o granddaughter absolutely LOVED the outdoor shower! LOL

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

My sister and I rented this home for the Christmas Holiday. The house was perfect for watching movies together on the huge sectional couch, playing cards on the long dining room table, and walking on the beach that was just outside the door. Lots of thoughtful touches for large gatherings: lots of hooks for towels in the bathroom, plenty of pillows and blankets, and a kitchen well stocked with dishes, pots, and pans.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Sharpsburg, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

75 & Sunny in December!

Thanks to Mark the owner for dialing up the awesome weather. Perfect 4 day weekend with friends at the quintessential beach house. Just a short walk with the dog down the beach to Sand Bar or over to Salt Life. Plenty of space for 4 couples and a Labradoodle, We loved the 2nd story deck, spent almost the entire weekend up there enjoying the ocean view. Just a short drive to the shops and restaurants in "downtown" Fernandina Beach. It's the 2nd year in a row we've stayed on Amelia Island.. We love that it's super dog friendly too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, comfortable, beach house

We had a great time at this beach house. It has old Florida charm with a modern kitchen and bathrooms. The pictures don’t do it justice, especially with the beautiful new sectional in the living room. I fell asleep on almost every night watching tv. The home is very well stocked with everything you could ever want and there are towels galore. The deck is enormous and the beach path is right out of the front gate. It is also less than a 10 minute drive to the adorable historic downtown area. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Glen K.

Great time with my fishing buddies

House was convient to all activities on Amelia Island. Our only issue was the coffe pot was not working well it took too long to make coffe we cleaned it but did not make any difference. Might think about getting a new one. Otherwise it was clean and comfortable and a great view from the deck. Price was a little high for this time of year compared to other places I have stayed on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A welcome reprieve

This is our second time renting Mark's beach house (we first rented it in Feb. 2020) and it was just a perfect as the first time. It is clean, well appointed, and very spacious. We love the giant sectional, the bunk room, the updated bathrooms, and cozy kitchen. Then there's the outside! The deck is huge and has a second story with amazing ocean views, the location is quiet and just a stone's throw to the beach and the house is only a short drive to the adorable historic downtown area with all the cutest shops and great restaurants. Fort Clinch State Park is also right around the corner. During our visit to the park we could see the wild horses running on the beach of Cumberland Island from the top of the fort. It was pretty amazing. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Beach House yet!

Our family has been going to FB for over 20 years for a family reunion, and numbers range from 9 to 25 people. We typically rented multiple condos because of the pool requests for the children, but this year everyone was older and tried a beach house. EVERYONE loved it! We could all sit around one table and not be crowded into a condo unit and had easy access to the kitchen, baths, decks and parking. It was very comfortable and charming. The owners were thoughtful with storage conveniences, games and loads of in/outdoor seating which we appreciated since it rained all but 1 day of our time there. Our only annoyance was w/ the realty's delay in giving us the check-in code which doesn't come until the cleaning crew is finished, but no one tells you that. Coming from multiple states and varying arrivals and nearing 4 PM w/ a 5 PM close time for the realty mgt makes you anxious. Mark is addressing this, but good to know here. We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House! Our family has been meeting up once a year on Amelia island for 15 years. We range in ages from 13 to 60. We cook, play games, and of course hang out on the beach. This house really couldn’t have been better. The kitchen is spacious, well appointed and has a great view. The dinning table is large enough for everyone, which is amazing. The living room is spacious. The beds were very comfortable, the bathrooms were clean, and the decks outside were great. Access to the beach couldn’t be better. We love that the house is one of the older homes and the owners have clearly worked hard to retain the charm of the older houses but also updated all of the parts that you want to be modern. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy peasy…kitchen has been redone since we last stayed and it was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lansing (Lanse) P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for a family vacation

Extremely convenient to the beach. Easy walk to restaurants or short drive to down town shopping and additional restaurants. Would definitely rent again. A bit surprised there are no closets in the house but that was a very minor inconvenience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Weekend

This rental is in a perfect location - right across from a Public Beach Access. Easy drive to downtown Fernandina Beach. All bedrooms on one level which made it easier for the older family members. Wonderful location and wonderful experience. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sarmertho

The beach house nicely accommodated our extended family. We all had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location is absolutely perfect. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great golf getaway

Good location. Walkable to restaurants and beach. Ideal for our golf group. Welcome email did not include access code for entry to house but property was contacted and responded timely.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Vanessa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointing house basically a cabin

No en-suite bathrooms, useless bedroom doors, no disposal which was inconvenient for a family gathering. Minimal soap supplies for the kitchen. The owner and rental agency were responsive and the bathrooms have been updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teague G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sibling beach reunion

We always enjoy our stay at the beach house. It is a very peaceful place and we love meeting there. The location is convenient for the family and so easy to head downtown or to a grocery store. Always hate to leave the little slice of paradise. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mark Andrade

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Regan and Mark Andrade are native New Yorkers. Mark was a lifeguard at Jones Beach on Long Island where he and Regan met in 1984 while strolling on the beach. The beach has always been close to our hearts and owning a home on the beach has always been a dream that we never thought would come true. We have three sons who are now grown up but we look forward to making some wonderful beach memories with many family get-togethers at the beach.

It has been great fun decorating Ocean Whisper with fun, bright and beachy decor. We have put our hearts into making Ocean Whisper a relaxing beach cottage that will inspire fun times and great family memories.

In 2017 we had the foundation re done and added the 50' x 16' deck with a 16' x 16' upper level. In early 2018 we redid the floors in the kitchen and one bathroom and changed the vanity. In 2019, we re decorated the second bathroom, replaced the appliances (refrig, dishwasher & washer/dryer) and replaced the living room furniture with new couch and swivel chairs.

In January/February 2022 we replaced all the floring, windows and entry doors in the house and replaced all the bedframes with new ones. In 2023 we renovated and moved the kitchen up front with the living and dining rooms, added a third bathroom and made a sitting area where the small kitchen breakfast table was.

We are considering adding a pool off of the deck as well. All geared to making your stay at Ocean Whisper more pleasant.

Why they chose this property

Finding Ocean Whisper was simply by chance. We decided on a whim to visit Fernandina Beach. When we started to explore we fell in love with the quaint historic downtown with its beautiful old main street buildings, harbor and historic homes. When we drove to the Ocean and explored the quiet north side we immediately liked the small town family atmosphere of Main Beach and when we drove into the residential north end neighborhood we thought how wonderful it would be to have a beach house there. And if that was not enough, we parked by one of the many dune crossovers and took a walk to see the ocean and the first thing we saw were two marked off sea turtle nests right in front of Ocean Whisper. We made an offer that day without seeing the inside as it was rented.

What makes this property unique

Ocean Whisper will bring you back to a simpler time. The original old beadboard was never painted. The home is a traditional center hall southern beach house constructed to open the doors on either end to let the ocean breeze cool the home. Although the home has been added on to the front and back, it still retains that traditional beach cottage look. The addition to the beach side has windows the entire length to let in the beautiful sunrise. The home can sleep up to 14 people. There is parking for up to 7 cars between the driveway and the grass yard in front of the driveway. For additional parking you can park on the east side of Ocean Ave. The beach is a short walk across the sandy road and the home has beach towels and linens. Just pack your clothes and you are all set.

The location of Ocean Whisper is in a family friendly location just a short walk to the Main Beach where there is a quaint park with lifeguards (in the summer season), restrooms, a skate park, basketball and several eateries. Salt Life Restaurant recently opened its door just a few hundred yards from the house. It is a must do with roof top ocean view seating. Call early for a reservation.

The beautiful downtown Fernandina Beach has lots to do - restaurants, night life with live bands, fishing, boat and historic tours, a fantastic art scene etc.

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