Malibu Cottage on Lake Mandarin - WIFI, FIRE PIT

Jacksonville, Florida
$239 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Summary:

This unique place has a style all its own. A lovely space to unwind and relax after a busy day whether it is work or play. Awake refreshed and ready for a day exploring the city via this clean, sunny apartment with a beautiful view. Lovely waterfront lot and you can fish out your back door. Tennis courts. Convenient, within 3-5 minutes of shopping. Publix, Winn Dixie, 24 hr Walmart.



The Space:

This is a tastefully decorated two-bedroom, two- bath townhome. It has a gorgeous kitchen and plenty of space for the entire family to come together. Enjoy all the comforts of home, including TV with cable and WIFI, linens, dishes, shampoo, washer, and dryer. The home features contactless check-in and a beautiful view.



Some of the amenities we have include:



**Big screen and Smart TVs available

**Beautiful yard and outdoor patio area overlooking the river

**Fenced area for pups

**Coffee pot with coffee, cream, and sugar

** Cooking basics

**Laptop-friendly workspace



and more!



Sleeping: Bedroom 1 (Queen), Bedroom 2 (two singles), Living Room (Couch)



Guest Access:

Guests will have a full access to the unit.



The Neighborhood:

Loretto is a neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida with a population of 7,797. Loretto is in Duval County. Living in Loretto offers residents a dense suburban feel



Getting Around:

Car or Uber



Other Things to Note:

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 $75 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!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 948 Sq Ft (88 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower
  • WORKSPACES

    Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Daphne D R.

    Submitted May 21, 2026

    Stayed Apr 28, 2026

    The condo was a wonderful place for our family. The doggie door and fenced in yard was a bonus! It is clean, comfortable and the assessible bathroom was very helpful. The setting is beautiful and we enjoyed watching the birds and ducks. The pond views from the windows was beautiful. Also it is located near Walmart and tons of shops and restaurants. We highly recommend this condo.

  • Christine S.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2025

    Stayed Mar 17, 2025

    The house had everything we needed. Beautiful scenic property

  • Angela D.

    Submitted Feb 22, 2025

    Stayed Feb 15, 2025

    Neighborhood was quiet. The scenery was awesome. The wildlife was beautiful to watch.

  • Abigail J.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 1, 2024

    Thanks for allowing us to stay in your nice home! I chose this property as it was close to my son's house. If you know Jacksonville at all... you'll know Mandarin as an older neighborhood, but safe. It exceeded my expectations... it's in an area with lots of family homes that are well manicured. The need for a double bed+ in the second bedroom would be my only critique. The home was decorated very cute with real furniture (NOT the IKEA crap you find in many rental homes). Great kitchen with everything you need to cook, a fire pit out back, super comfy sofa, and nice bathrooms. Very pleased!

  • Jason S.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    Cozy with a nice layout .View of pond in backyard was nice and calming .Was cute to see ducklings in the pond. Nice that is was conveniently located to all shopping needs. Only con would be more updated tvs and bedding

  • Jaci B.

    Submitted Feb 24, 2024

    Stayed Nov 16, 2023

    Very nice home with lots of space. Was very simple to settle right in.

  • Elizabeth F.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2024

    Stayed Jan 25, 2024

    This was a great place to kick back as we were in town for a family funeral. The space is lovely and relaxing. Saw a Wood Stork out back which was a highlight! Thanks for having us!

  • Submitted May 29, 2023

    Stayed May 26, 2023

    Love the property

  • Lee L.

    Submitted Jan 11, 2023

    Stayed Jan 4, 2023

    For our purposes the location and layout of the property was ideal. We can understand the 'no shoes inside' policy, but the dirt and grit on the floor made it uncomfortable to adhere to. Solution: We took it upon ourselves to mop the floors with a damp towel making it now comfortable to go without shoes inside. The same held true to the lanai, making it unusable, but not critical to our needs. Television viewing was also a challenge. Limited to only live streaming channels, even with log-in assistance from the host, we were unable to access any local channels. Solution: We went the the conveniently close Walmart and purchased a 'rabbit ear' antenna, connected it to the RF connector behind the TV and enjoyed all local and network over-the-air programming for the duration of our stay. Suggestion to host: Make such and antenna option available. It only cost $16.00 and we pulled in 39 over-the-air channels. All in all the property served our needs and would recommend it.

  • Shawn D.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2022

    Stayed Jul 1, 2022

    We had a great stay. The house exceeded our expectations, very clean, plenty of room and friendly neighbors.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$239+
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