The Mermaid Den encompasses everything beach with bright colors, coastal art, and an easy atmosphere. Centrally located in Forest Ridge Villages (near the entrance) guests have access to the pool, playground, tennis courts, grilling area, and only a short walk to the beach.
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is on the second story (you must utilize the stairs) surrounded by large, twisting oak trees dripping in Spanish moss.
Upon entering the unit guests are greeted by a clean, comfortable, and charming space. The main living area is equipped with a sofa, chair, new sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony, and a large flat-screen TV providing access to online streaming with YouTube TV. The dining room table can accommodate six people comfortably and the bar stools add an additional two seats.
The kitchen is stocked with all the essentials including a NEW dishwasher, pots/pans, cookware, baking dishes, coffee maker (Keurig), toaster, and blender. Down the hall, you will find a full bathroom with a shower/tub combo, washer/dryer and three bedrooms.
The master bedroom has a King bed, TV, closet and an ensuite bathroom with a shower. The second room has a Queen bed, walk-in closet,and TV. The third room has a twin bed and a walk-in closet.
Although this rental is not located beachfront, it is only a 200-yard walk and your toes will be in the sand. Amelia Island features a wide array of tourist attractions such as uncrowded beaches, historic buildings, fine restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and many diverse recreational activities such as top-rated golf courses, tennis, beachcombing, sailing, jet-skiing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, miniature golf, volleyball, horseback riding, surfing, biking, and more. History buffs will appreciate Fort Clinch and our Historic Downtown area.
Fresh linens, towels and a starter kit of disposables are provided (travel-size shampoo/conditioner and body wash along with a limited number of laundry pods, dish pods, coffee, toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, and one sponge.)
There is one designated parking spot along with Visitor parking.
RRDP-000942-2022
Sleeping Accommodations: 5 people Master - King bed with en suite bathroom Bedroom 2 - Queen bed with closet Bedroom 3 - Twin bed with closet
Flat screen TVs (3) WIFI Online streaming through YouTube TV Washer/dryer Pack n Play Iron and ironing board Central heat and air Keypad locked entry (you don't have to pick up a key) Starter set of paper goods Kitchen:
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
About the area
Fernandina Beach
Fernandina Beach is home to this condo. Omni Amelia Island Resort Golf and Island Falls Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Palmetto Walk Shopping Village and Shoppes At Amelia Concourse. Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.
Fernandina Beach, FL
What's nearby
Fernandina Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Seaside Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Island Falls Golf - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Fort Clinch State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
7 Brew Coffee - 4 min drive
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 4 min drive
Golf Pub Social - 4 min drive
Sliders Seaside Grill - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals on 18 October 2026 start from NZ$448, 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.
Is Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mermaid Den - Hosted By Moore AI Rentals located?
Situated in Fernandina Beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Fernandina Beach and Seaside Park. Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum and Island Falls Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The condo was very clean, decently stocked kitchen, king size bed & pillows uncomfortable.Pool was nice but the weather was too cold to use. No closets in 2 spare bedrooms. Overall pretty nice stay
Darcy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
4/10 Poor
Bill H.
1 June 2026
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The unit was smaller than expected and minimally / poorly furnished. The flush flapper on the master bedroom toilet was disfunctional and we had to get in the tank and put it back in place after each flush so it would flush again. The quality of the interior was not great and the quality of the building and stairs was not good. We have rented several different units for a number of years and the quality and location of the units has always been very good. The Mermaid Den doesn't compare and we would not rent it again.
Bill H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
We appreciate your honest review and are sorry the unit fell short for you. The Mermaid Den has since undergone a refresh, with updated furnishings, improved interior quality, and repairs to items like the master bathroom toilet. Your experience is not the standard we aim for, and your feedback played a role in helping us improve.
The stay was nice. Accommodations were good. The dryer did not dry real good and had to be turned on twice to dry the towels we had washed. The spare bathroom had an issue with the outlet. The lights went out but were quickly turned back on after some high winds in the area. The chair in the living room was questionable to sturdiness. It felt broken in the middle. Overall a good place to stay for the money. Everyone was quick to respond if I had a question or needed something. Great location to food and beach access.
We thought the condo was great, had everything we needed and was kid friendly. Walk to beach was about 5 minutes, safe. Pool was far better than expected!
The host was great at communication. The property was good, on the small side. WiFi and TV worked great. Great location to the beach and nature walks. Downsides were limited drawers for storing clothes in the bedrooms, washer and dryer loud, dryer took multiple cycles to dry, no microwaveable plates in the kitchen (only a few bowls were micro-safe), master bed mattress is worn and rolls you to the middle, master toilet gave us some trouble flushing but we made it work, master bath has broken vanity drawers, hall shower needs caulking around faucet handle, and bottom of oven hasn’t been cleaned in a minute-smoked when we used it. Beware of the neighborhood “police” - they walk around multiple times a day putting notes/violation notices on vehicles who are not abiding by “their” parking rules - not parking in assigned spots, vehicle to close or hanging over the sidewalk, oversized vehicles, etc. They will take pictures of your vehicle too. Saw them in the middle of the day and around midnight. Although they didn’t put any notices on our vehicles, we saw them do this to others, and they did take pictures of one of our vehicles. We also watched them accost a group in the parking lot just as they were unloading their vehicle - telling them they had parked in an “owners” spot. I don’t believe this is a reflection of the host, though. The host advised us beforehand of being limited to only 2 spots.
This condo was located 2 minutes from the beach and was stocked with everything we needed (except perhaps a rain umbrella which we didn’t expect to need). Amelia Island is a wonderful place to visit and the town was incredibly charming.
Daniel K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Thank you for a wonderful review. we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
We absolutely loved staying here, it was super clean, very quiet, it was decorated so nicely. We will definitely be back. Everyone was so professional and kind. The location was fantastic as well. Excellent property!! Thank you for such a wonderful stay!!
Jamie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Thank you for the positive feedback. We would love to have you return!
Perfect for couples or families. Spacious bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen. Close to the beach and pool access, if desired. Quiet neighborhood. Didn't want to leave and will plan to return. Loved Amelia Island.
Nice condo just a short walk from the beach. Condo had lots of little extras that were a nice touch. Balcony faces a parking lot but still a nice place to sit and read or relax.
Very nice property. We like the living space separate from the bedrooms vis a the hallway. Easy walk to beach. Great parking, even for and extra car if needed. Would definitely book again!
Perfect spot for the Amelia Island Concours. Easy access to the shows and the rest of the island. Very close to the beach as well. Extremely high priced but almost normal for that weekend. Worked for us.
Nice, clean and well appointed condo that was relatively close to the beach and other island attractions. It was a good value.
Logan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Moore Amelia Island Rentals
Moore Amelia Island Rentals is a boutique vacation rental management company on Amelia Island that specializes in providing personalized rental experiences while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
They offer a variety of fully-equipped vacation rentals including oceanfront condos, beach house bungalows, and quiet townhomes. The Moores do not believe in the one-size-fits-all approach, and they take pride in treating every property as if it were their own.
Whether you're looking for someone to manage your property or the perfect vacation rental, just remember, Moore is always better!
You can speak to a local team member by calling 904-261-6580.
Languages:
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