Vacation rentals in Fernandina Beach Florida

Stylish, contemporary seafront home rentals with dazzlingly beautiful Atlantic ocean vistas. Visit this exquisite, Atlantic seaboard, island paradise where thirteen miles of endless soft, sandy beaches, calm crystal clear waters and a rich wildlife heritage, provide a memorable backdrop for amazing local restaurants, golf courses and shopping. Fernandina Beach with its year round sunshine and glorious sparkling turquoise ocean offers a blissful mid winter getaway from the frosty cold, snow and sleet of northern USA.

Many of the immaculate, upscale, beautifully furnished, stylish vacation rentals around Fernandina Beach are located right by the ocean front and feature a private pool, jacuzzi and gorgeous terrace or balcony for sipping a sunset cocktail. Fernandina beach offers vacation getaway rentals for families as well as smaller groups looking for a remarkable oceanside Florida vacation destination renowned for perfect beaches, glorious sunsets, delectable shrimp dishes and wonderful opportunities for watersport and wildlife trails.

Fernandina Beach is conveniently situated just 35 miles northeast of Jacksonville Florida, with a flying distance of only two hours between Chicago or New York and Jacksonville airport, making it the perfect destination for a quick break from the winter cold for sun seekers looking for an unforgettably relaxing beach vacation. San Fernandina Beach is located on Amelia island, one of greater Jacksonville’s most splendid barrier islands. Island access is via a scenic 15 mile bridge drive over the Intercostal Waterway or by ferry.

Enjoy a relaxing, seaside getaway in Florida’s stunning Nassau county on the northern border with Georgia, 130 miles south of Savannah. Just 48 miles south of Fernandina Beach is the rare, rugged pristine beauty of Timucuan Ecological and Historical Reserve, one of the remaining protected salt marsh wetlands on the Atlantic coast where 46000 acres of wetlands, waterways and wildlife habitats are immaculately preserved for nature lovers to appreciate.

Amelia Island boasts several top notch kayaking rental companies specializing in family friendly, unforgettable kayaking experiences for all ages and abilities. Embark on a fabulous guided kayak tour of the sparkling waters surrounding the island or head north on a boating excursion to adjacent Cumberland Island to marvel at exquisite salt marsh habitats where you can catch a glimpse of the majestic, fabled, Cumberland Island wild horses.

Festival goers will be delighted by the annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival that takes place in May of each year. This unique, fifty year tradition offers a vibrant, festival atmosphere with antique collector stalls, fine arts and crafts alongside a wonderfully fun and entertaining parade, pageant and joyfully decorated shrimp boats. Local food businesses provide event goers with the delectable, memorable and mouth watering shrimp dishes that form the heart and soul of the event. In October jazz aficionados can enjoy the sounds of the week long Amelia Island Jazz Festival!

This quirky, interactive museum showcases the history of the arcade game industry from the 1930s to the twenty-first century. Here you can play the original 1932 Ballyhoo machine that was the precursor to modern day casino slot machines! This remarkable private collection is a must see for fans of vintage memorabilia. All of the visually amazing machines are in full working order and visitors are in for an action packed, authentic, vintage gaming, competitive treat!

Find out all about the historical golden age of pirates on Amelia Island as you explore an area encompassing some 50 blocks of gorgeous heritage architecture. Stroll past beautiful Victorian residences and commercial buildings that are all on the National Registry and stop for a photo at the iconic red brick courthouse while hearing how a bustling maritime industry caused this small town to boom architecturally in bygone days.

Savor the ultimate paradise island beach experience on horseback with a chaperoned beach ride catering to all levels of horsemanship, including absolute beginners, on a gorgeous, gentle walking horse with Happy Trails Walking Horse excursions. Pack a picnic and enjoy a magical afternoon of sunshine, sea and horseback riding, a perfect holiday adventure for families, couples and nature lovers!

Amelia Island boasts 5 golf courses and is one of the premier regions for golfing in the USA. Resorts such as Omni Resort provide golfers with a platinum class golfing experience. Conde Nast Traveler has ranked this exclusive course in the top 121 golf resorts in the world while Amelia Island has a reputation for being one of the top 25 golfing islands on the planet. It is easy to see why, as lush marshes and dramatic sanddunes provide an awe inspiring backdrop for golfing enthusiasts to enjoy beautifully designed golf courses.

Shopping enthusiasts will love exploring the mix of independent shops located downtown and around the island. Lovers of unique, eclectic, locally owned shops will find an outstanding collection of consignment stores and niche boutiques for a morning or afternoon of treasure hunting. Wander the booths of Eight Flags Antique Market located downtown for rare and interesting vintage finds from over 30 antique dealers.