Rest Ashored - this is a cozy home along the Black Creek in Middleburg, FL that you won't want to leave! Bring your Boat, Canoe, Kayak, or Paddleboard, because you can use the built in ramp right on property for your water adventures! Also, the Main St Boat Ramp is 1 1/2 miles away. We have plenty of parking for your boat as well as parking for up to 3 vehicles.
The main living/kitchen area is open concept with Smart TV and fireplace. Full service kitchen and walk in pantry area provide plenty of storage. Bar counter seating and inside dining for 4. The upper level outdoor deck is a great place to hang out - great bar counter & seating with Black Creek views and an oversized Smart TV to take in the game!
We have a fire a fire pit creek side and also a chiminea in the gazebo. Enjoy a fire and roast some marshmallows!
To make sure you get a good night's rest - we have a King in the Owner's Suite, a Queen in the Guest BR and 2 Twins in the other Guest BR. You will enjoy the wooded area, yet everything is not very far way. For groceries, to shopping, golf courses - many options to choose from. About 40 minutes to downtown Jacksonville. This beautiful home is elevated - so stairs are required.
For more fun - on the lower level under the house, we also have a pool table and dart board for a little friendly competition!
Please note: Turning in, you may park on the driveway along the house. **This property is in a very wooded area along the Black Creek - so there will be a variety of native Floridians about - from birds, squirrels, bugs, and maybe a raccoon from time to time. There are critters in the Black Creek as well! Please keep that in mind. And, since we are in the country, you will hear some roosters & chickens that are nearby too! The water is well water.
Pet Friendly - pets less than 25 lbs - (max 2) additional cleaning/pet hair removal fee required. Pets must be disclosed in advance. Fee is per pet. All dogs are to be treated with Advantage or similar topical flea and tick repellent three (3) days prior to arrival. Fleas and ticks are very rampant in this area and can cause harmful/fatal illness to humans and pets. All items above are the sole responsibility of the dog owner. Failure to disclose the pet in advance will result in a $500 fee.
There is a PADL rental location at the Main St Boat Ramp - https://www.padl.co/locations/paddle-board-rentals-in-middleburg-boat-ramp/ Rent directly from your Smart Phone and tour along the Black Creek!
To explore various things to do around Clay County - visit https://exploreclay.com/
**Parties are strictly prohibited - as noted in the rental agreement. Penalties will be enforced. The property is monitored by Minut / Noise Aware as noted in the booking agreement. Events or gatherings that take us over our occupancy of 6 guests are not allowed. There are security cameras in the front facing the entry, driveway, underneath facing the parking area and also in back facing the dock area.
**No Smoking Inside or on any of the deck areas of the home. If smoking is done by the firepit/in the yard - please properly dispose of the waste and do not ash or litter butts on the patio, area under the house or anywhere on site. If evidence of that is found, an additional fee will apply for cleanup.
**Propane Tank (1) Included - Propane level is monitored and the tank will be filled to be in the "green". If the tank runs out, you would need to have it refilled at your own expense. Tanks may be refilled at Publix, Home Depot, True Value Hardware. Please follow the directions when changing the tank under the grill.
BBQ: Please do not move/relocate it. The BBQ Grill needs to stay where it is and on the mat we have underneath to help protect our deck from grease/spills, etc.
Firepit Creek Side: We do not provide firewood. It may be purchased nearby at Home Depot, Lowe's, Publix, or any other local seller you may find. We have firepit tools to use to assist in use of the pit. We have outdoor adirondack chairs (4) that are kept under the house - for use around the firepit.
The reservation must be for the exact # of guests that will be on site - max occupancy is 6 guests anytime day or night. Guest names must be sent prior to arrival.
TV's: All SMART TV's so bring your login information for Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc. FREE streaming channels are available. Each bedroom has a TV and there is also one in the main living area and one outside on the upper deck and one on the lower level by the pool table.
There is direct access to the Black Creek from the home, and use is at your own risk. You can fish off the embankment or the dock at your own risk. The nearest access is 1 mile to the Main Street Boat Ramp. The boat lift is not available for guest use. There are areas to the side and in front of the ramp where you may secure your boat/water craft during your stay.
Some amenities are nearby and an additional fee may be required.
To learn more about all there is to see and do in Jacksonville, go to www.VisitJacksonville.com
Great location west of Jacksonville.
Jacksonville International Airport 40 miles, approx. 45 minute drive
