Where to Stay in Northeast Florida: Find the Best Area for Your Trip
Planning a Northeast Florida getaway starts with one big question: Where should you stay? The answer depends on the kind of trip you want. Maybe your group…
Aug 2026
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Welcome to the Seaside Sammie, arguably the coolest vacation rental in Vilano Beach. Just a 5-minute stroll to the ocean, this beach house is packed with everything you need: multiple living spaces, a tricked-out entertainment garage, fire pit, BBQ, outdoor lounge and dining area, plus plenty of space for games, crafts, and unforgettable moments with family and friends.
Sleeps 10. Full kitchen (fridge w/freezer, microwave, dishes, silverware, and coffee maker), towels, sheets, etc. Wifi is included with a flat-screen TV. This is the definition of beach living. Some of the amenities we have include:
and more!
Guests will have complete access to the home, aside from the owner’s closets that are key-lock protected. The fitness equipment is locked and will require a waiver to gain access. We have keyless entry and a Ring Doorbell camera for your peace of mind.
Seaside Sammie sits on a stunning barrier island, surrounded by ocean and wildlife. While this means beautiful sunsets and dolphin sightings 🐬, you might also see some local critters like roosters, turtles, birds, and the occasional bug or lizard 🐢🦜. We do our best to keep the home pest-free with regular professional treatments, but nature is part of the charm!
Car or Uber.
Available when needed
Health & Safety: We prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our guests. Each stay is followed by a thorough cleaning to maintain a welcoming environment.
Late Check-Outs & Early Arrivals
1-2 hours: $100
2-3 hours: $200
Note: Early arrivals and late check-outs are not guaranteed due to our tight cleaning schedule. Please request approval in advance.
Refund Policy
A 3.9% processing fee on refunds is non-refundable. Refunds will be the amount paid minus this fee, per Stripe's policy. This applies to direct booking and bookings made through select booking channels.
General Guidelines
●Pets: A pet fee of $100 applies per reservation for up to 2 pets. Bringing a pet without prior notification incurs an additional $100 fee, and we may end your stay early. No cats allowed. If your pet causes any damages, additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Garage Access: Not permitted due to liability. If applicable, garage doors must stay closed.
●Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 21+, with an adult over 21 present during the stay.
Food & Drink: No food or drink in bedrooms (closed water bottles allowed); extra cleaning fees for stains.
●No Smoking: Smoking of any kind is prohibited; $200 fine for violations. Additional charges will incur to cover repair or cleaning costs.
●Trash: Dispose of all trash in outside bins before departure.
●Damages: Report any damages within 24 hours of occurrence or immediately upon arrival. Failure to report damages could result in liability for repair or replacement costs.
●Dishes: Wash all dishes and run the dishwasher (if applicable) before leaving.
●Windows: Keep windows closed for security.
●Laundry: Avoid overloading machines; do not wash sandy items, and clean the dryer lint trap.
●Storage Closet: Keep this area closed and locked.
●Consumables: Leftover items are at your discretion; freshness is not guaranteed.
●Furniture: Do not rearrange.
●Parties & Events: Unauthorized parties are not allowed; violations will result in additional charges and immediate eviction.
●Only registered guests are permitted to stay at the property. If you would like to add extra guests beyond the number initially registered, please request approval before finalizing your booking. Any additional guests that exceed the maximum allowed at the property will incur an additional charge of $100 per person. This requires approval from us prior to booking.
●Illegal Activities: Will result in immediate eviction.
●Quiet Hours: 10pm to 7am. Please be respectful of neighbors.
Joseph Ellen Guest Protection Program. We believe vacation should be about making memories—not worrying about "what ifs." And let's be honest... nobody likes unexpected damage claims.
To help protect both our guests and our homes, all reservations are required to complete the Joseph Ellen Guest Protection Program before check-in.
As part of the simple pre-arrival process, you'll:
Complete a quick guest verification.
Review and electronically sign the Joseph Ellen Rental Agreement.
Choose one of the following protection options:
Damage Waiver: A small non-refundable fee that provides coverage for eligible accidental damage during your stay. This is the most popular option and helps avoid unexpected costs from minor accidents.
Security Deposit: A fully refundable security deposit hold that's released after checkout, provided no damage or policy violations are found.
We'll send you a secure guest portal link before your arrival to complete these quick steps. It only takes a few minutes and helps create a smoother, worry-free experience for everyone.
Thank you for your cooperation, and enjoy your stay!
Amazing location close to everything and the included bikes were a great plus, used them everyday! Minutes from the beach with a neighborhood feel, definitely coming back!!
We enjoyed our stay! Great location to walk to the pier and beach. Great family home.
Excellent home and location! The house had a fun layout and plenty of space to spread out for big groups for indoor and outdoor fun. Also just about anything you could want or need was within walking distance including grocery stores, restaurants, live music, beach, waterfront. coffee, ice cream, etc. This place will go on my list and we want to visit again!
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Andrew was a very good host, he was quite responsive to anything I contacted him about and the home was very nice and within walking distance of a lot of very interesting stuff, I highly recommend this Airbnb.
We had a few things go wrong throughout our stay, but we had great communication with Andrew, and he had taken care of things nicely. It was an excellent location to beach, coffee shop and restaurants. And the downtown area of St Augustine. Thank you for having us. 😊Sherry
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