Escape to a serene retreat in the heart of Mandarin, where this private home offers a heated pool and ample space for families and friends. Enjoy the daybed, play ping pong or unwind with TV time while relaxing in this spacious haven with high-speed internet.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Welcome to our private Jacksonville retreat — a spacious 4-bedroom home designed for families and groups who want space, comfort, and fun without the chaos.
Enjoy your own heated pool, a game-filled garage with arcade games, and thoughtfully designed sleeping arrangements for up to 10 overnight guests. Whether you’re traveling with kids, extended family, or friends looking for a relaxed getaway, Rivergate offers the perfect balance of entertainment and tranquility in a quiet residential neighborhood.
Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 10 Overnight):
• Primary Bedroom: King bed, private space for adults • Bedroom 2: Queen bed • Bedroom 3: Two twin beds (great for kids) • Bedroom 4 / Office: Queen bed. This room functions as a comfortable guest bedroom and workspace.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Location highlights
On a lake
Things to do
Heated pool
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Overnight occupancy is limited to 10 guests.
Daytime visitors are allowed up to 20 people for quiet, friendly gatherings only.
No parties, events, or loud gatherings are permitted at any time.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Mandarin, a neighbourhood in Jacksonville. San Jose Episcopal Church and Florida Theatre are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit St. Johns Town Center and University Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at EverBank Stadium or VyStar Ballpark. Visit our Jacksonville travel guide
Jacksonville, FL (CRG-Jacksonville Executive at Craig)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A
7 min drive
McDonald's
7 min drive
McDonald's
7 min drive
V Pizza
7 min drive
Starbucks
7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Heated Pool • Arcades • Sleeps 10 • Quiet Jacksonville Retreat located?
Located in Mandarin, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Mandarin Museum and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Mandarin Park. Bowlero Mandarin and The Champions Club at Julington Creek are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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This property was an amazing place to stay. Beautiful home. Comfortable, lots of things to do. Very relaxing. The ping pong table and the pool was the biggest hit for us.
Nice place. Quiet neighborhood. Close to shops and food. Less than an hour from St Augustine. All questions were answered in a timely fashion. Ping pong and arcades were nice bonus. Would recommend.
Communication was pleasant, accommodating, and timely with the host manager. Everything was tidy and clean. The pool has to be requested to be heated rather than assumed as such, but efforts were quick to do so. There was enough silverware and dishes for our large family. Overall, a very enjoyable stay!
The home was in a quiet neighborhood. Everything was top notch in the house. The kids enjoyed the pool and game room and ping pong table. The location in Mandarin is excellent, close to the naval Air Station JAX and shopping and restaurants on nearby San Jose Blvd. We were in town for my son's retirement from the Navy, Commander Feigel. The home was stocked with linens and bath towel.The beds were comfortable.
The owner was very accessible
I highly recommend this VRBO.
We could not have been more pleased with EVERYTHING about this property. We were in town for events in the Mandarin area, so we selected the property primarily for its location. What we found, however, was a property that was PERFECT for my family. Very clean property with all of the amenities, including four spacious bedrooms, very modern kitchen, garage game room and patio and picnic area around the pool. THANK YOU!!!
We had a great stay! The house has ample space, was very clean, and comfortable, and the host was extremely responsive to our messages. We didn’t get an opportunity to use the heated pool but that’s simply because our schedule didn’t allow for it. The pool looked very nice and well taken care of. Would definitely recommend staying here!!!
The home was very clean and well kept. Short drive from the airport and easy to find. Neighborhood was quiet and clean. Swimming pool was also clean and well maintained. The only thing missing was a toaster in the kitchen.
The owner was very communicative and helpful. We were a family of 6 and had more than enough room and were very comfortable. Loved having a pool! Would stay again.
Great time was had by all .Visiting my nephew and his family in the area they only lived 10 minutes away so great location near restaurants,stores,groceries and not far from the highway.Will look to stay again when in the area. Host was easy to contact if needed.
Great location!! A lot of shops and restaurants. 20 minutes to Jax Airport. Heated pool was awesome!! Being a pool owner myself. Trying to plan another stay.
Very nice house, great location, owner was very attentive and quick to resolve issues that came up.If we are ever in the Jacksonville area, we will definitely check availability on this house first.
We've stayed at many VRBO rentals over the years and Angie's place is at the top of the list! It's a nice neighborhood in Mandarin close to everything Jax has to offer. The pool is temperature controlled so it is always just right for enjoying! The house is very nicely decorated and comfortable, truly felt like being home while on vacation. Thanks again for everything!!
I really enjoyed the stay here I hate my vacation had to end. Everything is just as described in pictures. I loved the outside setting. I hate I didn’t have an ink pen to write in the adventure book lol! I definitely will be coming back again with my family.
The home is exactly as described. Close to shopping, beaches and tourist attractions. My family and I felt right at home. Kids loved the heated pool and backyard. The host is very responsive and made check in a breeze! Kitchen is fully stocked with dishware, utensils, coffee pot and microwave. Couldn't find the blender but was not a problem. Linens and towels provided. Beds are very cozy and allowed for a great night's rest. Living room had plenty of space for everyone to sit back and enjoy a movie night. Highly recommend to anyone and would definitely stay again when in the area.
We enjoyed having plenty of space to visit with family and enjoyed the pool as well. I was disappointed in the lack of amenities in the kitchen. No toaster, muffin tin, and very limited kitchen items. When you stay at a house that can sleep as many as the house does, more than likely, you will do a lot of cooking to help cut the cost of going out to eat. Also, we had to buy our own washcloths for bathing. There were plenty of towels and hand towels, but not a single washcloth. Had a grill, but not any grill utensils. The house was clean. Living room furniture could use a good shampooing or replacement. The game room area was nice but the ping pong table was broke. Having a washer and dryer was nice - but know that you must put it through a second spin cycle.
Lisa B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Annie L.
8 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The hostess was amazing but the house was not clean at all to us, and had a weird smell. The walls and baseboards were nasty and the kitchen cabinets needed a good wipe down. The floors were dirty and there was a weird sticky spot on one of the bed side tables which was a bit concerning. All the ceiling fans were full of dust and there were no kitchen towels or wash cloths. There was also no toaster available which to me is a staple. The shower curtains were discolored at the bottom. The pool was beautiful and when I contacted the hostess, she what she could to make our stay bearable. She provided bleach and kitchen towels so that we could clean. The pictures were very deceiving. I will say that we are freakishly clean people so our standards may have been to high as the reviews were excellent. I didn’t feel the house was….