Destination Amelia welcomes you to your retreat at 1817 Turtle Dunes, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom oceanfront villa in the beautiful, set apart community of Turtle Dunes within the larger, gated Amelia Island Plantation.

Ideal for your quick vacation or longer visit, 1817 Turtle Dunes allows guests to enjoy a one-of-a-kind location on the south end of Amelia Island. Pristine dune-swept beaches set apart from the crowds await! The newly-renovated Sea Turtle complex pool is heated in the cooler months and offers lots of room for sun bathing and splashing with your loved ones.

The Omni Amelia Island Resort is a a AAA Four Diamond beach resort within the AIP community, which boasts miles of walking and biking trails through picturesque Spanish moss-draped oak tree groves. Golf is available at many courses on the island, including the Little Sandy Golf Course inside the resort.

For those looking to enjoy some leisurely tennis time, there are two private hard courts available for Turtle Dunes residents and guests. All of the resorts' restaurants as well as the nature center, spa, and putt-putt course are open for our guests to visit. For avid anglers, there are fishing opportunities at Red Maple Lake or Walker's Landing. Families with young kids may enjoy the private playgrounds within the resort, like at Aury's Island or Drummond Point Park on the marsh side.

When walking into this second-floor villa, guests will immediately take in the spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from the kitchen, dining, living and bedroom areas! This villa's inviting ambience is paired with modern updates, with the kitchen having just completed a renovation in late 2024 (old kitchen pictured.) Guests will enjoy a fully-stocked kitchen with everything needed for meal preparation.

The main living area and main bedroom both offer stunning views, with access from both spaces to the main covered balcony. The guest suite also has its own private covered balcony and includes a wet bar and private bathroom. Sleeping accommodations include a king bed in each bedroom. When needed, there's also a sleeper sofa in the living room.

The historic downtown of Fernandina Beach is a 20-minute drive north on the island. This charming district serves up many beautiful homes dating back to the 1800s and high-quality dining options and shopping experiences. For those who like to explore little villages, this area will present travelers a variety of restaurants, pubs, art galleries, a museum, and more to browse. Fort Clinch State Park, Egans Creek Greenway, and the Amelia Island Lighthouse (the state's oldest lighthouse) are nearby to the historic district and offer beautiful natural settings.

As part of this rental, a custom digital guidebook is provided with thorough property information and our local area guide sharing favorite restaurants, attractions, and more! Excitingly, our guests are also eligible to receive a 15% discount on beach gear rentals.

We look forward to hearing from you and helping you plan your trip to this lovely Amelia Island condo!

*Please be advised this private property is not a rental through the Omni Amelia Island Resort and does not give you access to "resort privileges or amenities” (i.e. the main Omni hotel pool, fitness center or shuttle service), and Racquet Park is limited only to club members and their guests. We will gladly answer any questions about area activities and our amenities!