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Discover Nassau
2022 LIFE & LEISURE GUIDE
PAM BELL PHOTOGRAPHY
Amelia Island • Fernandina Beach • Yulee
Callahan • Hilliard • Bryceville
(904) 261-3248 • www.NassauCountyFLChamber.com
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Discover Nassau
The 2022 Guide of the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
TABLE OF CONTENTS Things Change!
Every effort has been made to assure accuracy, but calling
TABLE OF CONTENTS ahead before attending events or visiting businesses is
Welcome..........................................................2 recommended.
Welcome to Nassau................................... 4
Nassau County Map................................... 6 Additional Resources
Amelia Island Map....................................... 8
Find places to eat, stay and play on Discovery Map of Amelia
Getting Here & Around............................. 9 Island. Use the digital map at www.DiscoveryMap.com/
The8 Flags of Amelia Island...................10 Amelia-Island-FL or download the free app from the App Store
to plan your visit, and pick up a copy when you’re here.
COMMUNITIES...................................... 11
Amelia Island................................................. 11 There’s more information about local businesses
Fernandina Beach...................................... 12 and upcoming events at the Nassau County Chamber’s website
Yulee............................................................... 13 at www.NassauCountyFLChamber.com. You can also view an
Hilliard, Callahan, Bryceville...................14 interactive, digital version of this guide.
Keep up with the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce on:
THINGS TO DO..................................... 16
Beach Essentials.........................................16
Golfing............................................................ 21
Cover photo & table of contents photo:
WHERE TO EAT....................................23 Pam Bell Photography
Photos courtesy of Pam Bell Photography, Elizabeth Wilkes
WHERE TO STAY................................. 29 Photography and Scott Moore Photography.
LIVING IN NASSAU..............................37 Discover Nassau is published by Nassau County Chamber
Need to Know............................................. 37 of Commerce. You can now reach us online at
Education.................................................... 44 www.NassauCountyFLChamber.com or at our two locations:
Healthcare....................................................45 • 961687 Gateway Blvd., Suite 101-G
Parks& Recreation.....................................56 FernandinaBeach,FL | (904) 261-3248
Chamber Member by Category...........64
• 542196 US Hwy 1
Callahan, FL 32011
BUSINESS IN NASSAU....................... 90
Nassau County Chamber ©Copyright 2011-2022.
of Commerce............................................. 90
The publishers assume no responsibility for errors or omis-
sions in this guide. Please report any errors to the Chamber;
information will be updated in future editions.
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ANYTHING BUT RETIRED Designed to bring out the best in our residents, The Lakeside at Amelia Island makes everything possible. Incredible activities. Delicious food. Experienced, dedicated staff. And a sense of community that makes every day your best one yet. CALL 904-720-4265 FOR MORE INFORMATION. www.LakesideAmelia.com/Chamber 649 AMELIA ISLAND PKWY, FERNANDINA BEACH, FLORIDA 32034 INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVING | DEMENTIA CARE
Welcome
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Welcome to Nassau County
Discover Florida’s eastern getaway
Nestled on the beautiful eastern seaboard of the Atlantic
Ocean and framed on the north and west by the pristine
St. Marys River, Nassau County is blessed with abundant
natural beauty and is home to Amelia Island, named one
of the 25 best islands in the world to visit by the readers
of Condé Nast Traveler.
Visit us online at www.NassauCountyFLChamber.com.
There, you can explore places to eat, stay and play on
Discovery Map of Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, Callahan,
Hilliard, Bryceville and Yulee.
Additionally, you can ...
• Find local businesses • Use the digital map at:
• Check out the latest events www.DiscoveryMap.com/
• Read business news Amelia-Island-FL or download
• View a digital version of this the free iPhone app from the
guide App Store to plan your visit
• Keep up with the Chamber • Pickup a copy when you’re here
and the local community
Like us on Facebook: @NassauCountyFLChamberOfCommerce
Instagram: @nassau_county_chamber
Twitter: @ameliaisland
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MEDICARE
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Call 1-904-394-2250 (TTY 1-800-955-8770)
to enroll or visit floridablue.com/medicare to learn more.
All benefits not available on all plans. “No Compromise Medicare” is used for advertising purposes
to convey that Florida Blue Medicare offers plans with benefits and at costs that may meet a variety of
Medicare beneficiaries’ needs; benefits and costs vary by county and plan and individual situations may
vary. Florida Blue is a PPO plan with a Medicare contract. Florida Blue Medicare is an HMO plan with a
Medicare contract. Enrollment in Florida Blue or Florida Blue Medicare depends on contract renewal.
Health coverage is offered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc., DBA Florida Blue. HMO coverage
is offered by Florida Blue Medicare, Inc., DBA Florida Blue Medicare. These companies are affiliates of
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc., and Independent Licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Association. We comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. For more information, visit floridablue.com/ndnotice.
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Welcome
Nassau County
FROM THERE TO HERE
ATLANTA 356 MILES/573 KM ORLANDO 117 MILES/188 KM
CHARLESTON 227 MILES/365 KM SAVANNAH 127 MILES/204 KM
FORT LAUDERDALE 360 MILES/579 KM ST. AUGUSTINE 69 MILES/111 KM
JACKSONVILLE 33 MILES/53 KM TALLAHASSEE 196 MILES/315 KM
MIAMI 379 MILES/610 KM TAMPA 233 MILES/375 KM
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under a majestic tree canopy, just
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and the sandy 13 miles long beach on
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Welcome
Chamber of Commerce
& Welcome Center
CLIMATE
Nassau County offers a year-round temperate
climate. The annual average high temperature
is 77.5 degrees (F) and the low is 60.2. July
typically is the warmest month and January the
coolest. Summer is wetter than winter, with
September typically having the highest rainfall.
Average temperatures and precipitation
(Fernandina Beach)
Month High Low Rainfall
January 63.6 44.7 3.01
February 65.9 46.6 3.24
March 71.5 52.0 3.57
April 77.4 58.3 2.79
May 83.3 65.5 3.18
June 87.7 71.4 5.45
July 89.7 73.3 5.83
August 89.2 73.5 5.89
September 85.8 71.8 7.49
October 79.0 63.8 4.38
November 71.4 53.9 2.27
December 65.3 47.1 2.84
Annual 77.5 60.2 49.94 (total)
Source: Southeast Regional Climate Center
8 | Discover Nassau 2022Welcome
Getting Here & Around
Easy to get to, hard to leave
Getting Here VISITOR CENTERS
Nassau County may be entered along one of four
major state and interstate transportation corridors: Fernandina Beach Amelia Island
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Interstate 95, US 301/US 1, US 17 and Florida A1A/ www.AmeliaIsland.com
State Road 200. Interstate 95 exits 380 and 373 are 102 Centre St. | (904) 277-0717
located in Nassau County. Nassau County Chamber of Commerce
www.NassauCountyFLChamber.com
Two bridges — one on the west and one on the info@NassauCountyFLChamber.com
south — connect Amelia Island to the mainland. • 961687 Gateway Blvd., Suite 101-G
No tolls are charged on either bridge. Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 | (904) 261-3248
• 542196 US Hwy 1
The St. Johns River Ferry, which connects Callahan, FL 32011
Mayport to Fort George Island, provides scenic
access from the south. The ferry operates daily Fernandina Beach Shrimping Museum
& Welcome Center
including holidays. Call (904) 241-9969 or visit 17 S. Front St. | (904) 277-7234
www.StJohnsRiverFerry.com for schedule and fares.
Florida Welcome Center
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is located www.VisitFlorida.com
751829 Interstate 95 (at MM 375)
about 25 miles from Amelia Island and links (904) 225-9182
Northeast Florida with cities across the United
States and abroad. Serving both local and visiting Nassau County is framed on the north and west by
pilots, the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport the St. Marys River and on the east by the Atlantic
on Amelia Island accommodates Gulf Stream IV Ocean. Amelia Island is the northernmost port of
aircraft or smaller while the Hilliard Airpark is one call along the Intracoastal Waterway in Florida.
of the last remaining public grass landing strips
Public and private marinas are available to serve
in Florida.
both transient and resident boaters.
TRANSIT
St. John’s River Ferry
www.StJohnsRiverFerry.com | (904) 241-9969
Nassau Transit
www.NassauTransit.org
102 North 13th Street | (904) 261-0700
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
www.JTAFLA.com | (904) 630-3100
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FRENCH ATTEMPTS GREEN CROSS FLAG 1817
AT SETTLEMENT 1564 In 1817, American citizens
The French established a desiring the independence
short-lived settlement, in of Florida sponsored an
1564, near Jacksonville expedition into the Spanish
at the mouth of the St. Johns River. During this period territory led by Gregor MacGregor, a veteran of Latin
there was no single official flag for France. Their flag American revolutions. The group occupied Amelia Island
may have had a blue field which bore the royal golden on June 20 and raised a white flag with a green cross.
fleurs-de-lys. The French also occupied Pensacola from Four months later they were forced to leave, and their
1719 to 1722 during the War of the Quadruple Alliance. flag was all but forgotten.
FIRST SPANISH MEXICAN
OCCUPATION REVOLUTIONARY
1565 - 1763 FLAG 1817
The Burgundian saltire, Irwin and Hubbard were
or Cross of Burgundy, joined by the pirate Luis
represented Spanish rule in Florida from 1565 to 1763. Aury, who gained control and raised the Mexican rebel
The X-shaped cross symbolized the rough branches flag. U.S. troops occupied the island in December, 1817,
of the trees on which Saint Andrew, the patron saint and held it “in trust for Spain.”
of Burgundy, was crucified. The flag was introduced
into Spain by Philip I, Duke of Burgundy, and was later NATIONAL FLAG OF
established as one of the country’s banners by his son THE CONFEDERACY
Charles I, in 1516. 1861-1862
Confederates took over
BRITISH OCCUPATION Fort Clinch in April, 1861,
1763-1784 but federal troops regained it on March 3, 1862, and
The red Cross of St. George, occupied Fernandina for the duration of the War.
the patron saint of England,
was the major element of UNITED STATES
the British flag. In combination with the white Scottish 1821-PRESENT
Cross of St. Andrew, it formed the Union flag. This flag Spain ceded Florida to the
flew over Florida from 1763 until 1784. United States in 1821. Work
began on Fort Clinch in
PATRIOTS FLAG 1812 1847. In the 1850s, Fernandina moved from Old Town
As Spanish power was to become the terminus for Florida’s first cross-state
declining in Florida, a railroad. Organized by Senator David Yulee, the railroad
group of 70 Georgians and ran from Fernandina to Cedar Key. Fernandina’s Historic
nine Floridians crossed District retains evidence of the town’s greatest period of
the St. Marys River to Amelia Island on March 13, 1812, prosperity. Tourists flocked here via steamboats direct
to establish the “Territory of East Florida.” They read a from New York to stay in two elegant hotels. Shipping
manifesto and raised a flag with the Latin inscription, boomed with lumber, phosphate and naval stores. The
“Salus populi lex suprema,” or “The safety of the people, Spanish-American War fostered gun running from the
the supreme law.” President James Madison refused to local port, and troops again occupied Fort Clinch. After
acknowledge their claim, and the movement failed. the turn of the century, tourism surged southward.
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Amelia Island
Discover a barrier island of unique charm and beauty
In this tranquil place of
sea, sand and southern
hospitality, you’ll enjoy a
host of modern activities
while stepping back in time.
Amelia Island’s main attraction is the great
outdoors. A mild climate and a diverse landscape
mean endless options for outdoor activities.
Fishing, boating, beach-combing and soaking up
rays are among the favorite pastimes here. Nature
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lovers will find Amelia Island irresistible – a host
of exotic animals and endangered species such
as bobcats, otters, manatees and sea turtles find
refuge here.
Named in honor of Princess Amelia, a daughter wilderness and beautiful ocean- and marshfront
of George II of England, the readers of Condé Nast communities. American Beach is listed on the
Traveler in 2018 voted Amelia Island one of the top National Register of Historic Places for its storied
10 islands in the United States. history as one of the few places African-Americans
could go to the beach during the Jim Crow-era in
The historic Victorian seaside community of
the South.
Fernandina Beach on the island’s northern end
welcomes visitors with interesting tales, historic Amelia Island is a wonderful place to vacation or
attractions and an eclectic mix of shopping, dining host your next event. Whether you’re planning a
and nightlife. wedding or honeymoon, a reunion or business
retreat – Amelia Island has everything you need.
The island’s southern end offers world-class
resorts, challenging golf courses, unspoiled
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Fernandina Beach
Discover a unique community rich in history & natural beauty
One of Florida’s first
tourist destinations in the
late 1800s, Fernandina’s
beautiful beaches,
charming 50-block historic
district, year-round cultural
events, fabulous dining and
varied shops and galleries
continue to enchant visitors
today.
Named in honor of King Ferdinand VII of Spain,
this quaint seaport is steeped in history with an
amazingly preserved downtown brimming with
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Victorian architectural gems.
Fernandina Beach is the birthplace of the modern
shrimping industry. The city’s famed Isle of Eight
Flags Shrimp Festival began as an annual shrimp Fernandina Beach was incorporated in 1951 and
boat race. Over half a century later, the Shrimp encompasses more than 10 square miles in the
Festival’s mix of shrimp, art, entertainment north-central portion of Amelia Island. It has an
and pirates now annually entertains more than estimated population of 13,052.
100,000 people each May. Fernandina Beach is Nassau County’s largest
Fernandina Beach offers residents a variety of municipality and the county seat. The city operates
lifestyles, including historical and modern urban a municipal airport, golf club and marina as well
residential areas along with a distinctive beach as offering a variety of programs through its Parks
community. & Recreation Department.
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TRIBUTARY BY GREENPOINTE DEVELOPERS
Yulee
Discover a dynamic community in the heart of Nassau
Yulee is the name given to some 128 square miles in the
unincorporated portion of Nassau County lying between
Interstate 95 on the west and the Intracoastal Waterway
on the east. It is centered along Florida A1A, one of the
county’s most important transportation corridors.
Named after David Yulee, builder of the trans- While Fernandina Beach remains the county seat,
state Florida Railroad, Yulee is a mix of historic Yulee houses the headquarters of Nassau County’s
communities, including Blackrock, Nassauville, governmental offices.
Hedges and O’Neil, and new subdivisions and golf Reflecting the diversity of the area, Yulee is
communities, many started during a rapid period home to the Florida State College at Jacksonville
of growth in the 1990s. Nassau Center, which offers classes for a variety
The Yulee area has an estimated population of of post-secondary degrees, and the White Oak
almost 28,798. It is expected that population will Conservation Center, one of the world’s premiere
increase significantly in the coming decade as wildlife breeding, research and training facilities
development continues in the East Nassau amidst 6,800 acres of forest and wetlands.
Community Planning Area, a long-term master- Wildlight is Nassau County’s newest community.
planned development for 24,000 acres between As one of Nassau County's fastest growing areas,
I-95 and US 17. Yulee is also home to several planned communities,
Yulee is an appealing choice for those wanting including Wildlight and Tributary, as well as state-
to be close to the beaches and major roads of-the-art healthcare facilities, schools, shopping
connecting Nassau to Jacksonville to the south centers, and restaurants.
and Georgia to the north. Residential choices are
numerous and range from planned communities,
waterfront, and small/large private tracts to an
emerging rental market.
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Hilliard, Callahan & Bryceville
Discover a community for families with a hometown feel
Named after Guyler Walter Incorporated in 1911, Callahan originally boomed
Hilliard who co-founded during the construction of David Yulee’s trans-
the Hilliard & Bailey lumber Florida railroad, and the dozens of trains that run
company in 1881, the Town through the community daily still provide the
of Hilliard was incorporated sights and sounds of a busy railroad junction.
in 1947. Bryceville
Nassau County’s second largest municipality, When George W. Bryce changed a post office
Hilliard has a population of 3,209. The greater name in 1886, unincorporated Bryceville was
Hilliard zip code area, which includes the born. Located in the southwest section of
northwest Nassau communities of Boulogne and Nassau County at the intersection of U.S. 301
Kings Ferry, has a population of around 9,129. and County Road 119, Bryceville retains an “old
Florida” feeling. The Bryceville zip code area has a
Callahan population of 3,325 and is home to an elementary
Centered at the junction of Florida A1A, school, post office, library and fire station.
US 301 and US 1, Callahan’s slogan is “Crossroads
to the Future.”
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THE MANSION
14 | Discover Nassau 202222 Teas, Salads, Tea
Sandwiches, Quiches,
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10am-3pm Closed: Mon-Tues
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122 South 8 Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 904-310-3088
th
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Water and Beach Essentials
Discover fun in the sun, surf and sand
Beach Access passes are available. Changes to driving on
Fletcher Avenue (Florida A1A) is the main beach the beach are being considered. Please call
road, running parallel to the ocean for most of (904) 491-6430 for the most up-to-date
Amelia Island’s length. Fernandina Beach has information.
40 beach access points along North and South
Fletcher Avenue; about half have parking. Look for Beach driving permits are available
the blue access point signs. The beach also may in Fernandina Beach at:
be reached at Fort Clinch and Amelia Island state • Harris Teeter Fuel Center
5518 S. Fletcher Ave. • (904) 849-5545
parks and at five Nassau County access points,
• Nassau County Historic Courthouse
three with parking. 416 Centre St. • (904) 491-6430
• Robert M. Foster Justice Center
Beach Driving 76347 Veterans Way • (904) 548-4500.
Vehicles may access the beach at Amelia Island
State, Burney Road, Peters Point and Seaside Dunes
parks. Permits are required for out-of-county Amelia Island’s beaches are framed by
residents to drive on the beach. Daily and annual environmentally sensitive dunes. Do not pick
the sea oats or walk in the dunes – this is Florida
BEACH PARKS state law. No vehicles or horses are allowed
on dunes or vegetation. The 60-foot high, 8.5
Amelia Island State Park acre NaNa dune system at American Beach is
State Road A1A North
protected by the National Park Service as part of
Burney Park
the Timucan Ecological & Historical Preserve.
1556 Gregg St.
Fort Clinch State Park Handicap Access
2601 Atlantic Ave.
Handicap accessible beach accesses are located
Main Beach Park at Burney, Main Beach, North Beach, Peters
32 N. Fletcher Ave.
Point and Seaside parks and the Mantanza beach
North Beach Park
1230 N. Fletcher Ave. access. A beach accessible wheelchair is available
from the Fernandina Beach Parks and Recreation
Peters Point Park
4600 Peters Point Rd. Department by calling (904) 310-3350.
Seaside Park
2002 S. Fletcher Ave.
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Horses Lightning
Horses are permitted only on county beaches and Lightning is a hazard that should be viewed
must be under the control of a rider at all times. seriously. Immediately seek shelter any time you
Horses are not allowed on the dunes, vegetation or believe lightning threatens. Integrated Lightning
designated swimming areas. Prediction and Warning Systems are installed
Parking for horse trailers is at Peters Point Park. at American Beach Historic, Burney, Main Beach
Trailer permits are required and are available from and Peters Point parks and the Scott Road
Nassau County Animal Control, 86078 License Beach Access.
Road, Yulee, (904) 530-6150. Trailer permits are
free for county residents; there is a charge for
commercial and non-resident trailers. PUBLIC BOAT RAMPS, PIERS
AND KAYAK LAUNCHES
Lifeguards DISCOVER OUR
Fernandina Beach Ocean Rescue patrols all of WONDERFUL WATERWAYS
Amelia Island. Lifeguards are on duty seven days Approximately 10 percent of Nassau County’s
726-square-miles is water — streams, creeks,
a week from Memorial Day to Labor Day and rivers and wetlands — making it
weekends in May. Lifeguard towers are located at a paradise for boaters and anglers.
Burney, Main Beach, North End, Peters Point and AMELIA ISLAND
Seaside parks and the Scott Road Beach Access. George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park
Call (904) 277-7331 for more information. South end of Amelia Island A1A | Restrooms
FERNANDINA BEACH
Ash Street Boat Ramp
Ash and Front Streets
Fort Clinch State Park
2601 Atlantic Ave. | Restrooms
North End/Dee Dee Bartels Public Boat Ramp
97177 Pogey Place
Fishing pier, boat ramp, restrooms
HILLIARD
Kings Ferry Boat Ramp
49127 Bill Johnson Road
YULEE
Edwards Road Boat Ramp
436 Edwards Road
Goffinsville Nassau River Park
95001 Goffinsville Rd.
Fishing pier, boat ramp, restrooms
Holly Point Boat Ramp
3336 Winterberry Ave.
Melton Nelson (Lofton Creek) Boat Ramp
463540 SR 200
Wilson Neck Boat Ramp
85006 Faye Road
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Parking swimming. When the current weakens, swim at
Parking at public beach accesses is free of charge. an angle (away from the current) toward shore. If
Pets you cannot reach shore, draw attention to yourself.
Pets are permitted but must be on a leash. Pet Face the shore, call or wave for help and an Ocean
owners are responsible for immediate clean-up. Rescue guard will respond.
Prohibited Sand
Alcoholic beverages, glass bottles, littering and Florida’s wide, sandy beaches are made up of quartz
overnight camping within Fernandina Beach city crystals produced by the weathering of continental
limits are all prohibited. land masses like the Appalachians. The quartz is
washed down America’s great rivers into the Atlantic
Restrooms and the Gulf of Mexico where it is carried onto the
Public restrooms are located at Burney, Main
beaches by water currents and waves.
Beach, Peters Point and Seaside parks.
Sea Turtles
Rip Currents
Each summer, loggerhead, green and leatherback sea
Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents
turtles emerge from the surf to lay their ping pong
of water flowing away from shore. If you are
ball-size eggs in the sand and then quickly return
caught in a rip current stay calm and don’t fight
to the sea. Dedicated locals volunteer to patrol the
the current. Swim parallel to the shoreline. Float
beaches to log the nests and track hatchings.
or tread water if you’re unable to escape by
18 | Discover Nassau 2022Things to Do
Please protect these endangered sea turtles by or rented and lessons are available. Surfers must
leaving nests, eggs and hatchlings undisturbed. have surf and boogie boards tethered to one leg
From May 1 to October 31, lights that shine on the while in the water.
beach and open fires are prohibited from sundown Weddings
to sunup. Weddings are allowed on the beach and no special
Surfing permits are required. All beach regulations must
Mild surf conditions and varying underwater be followed. Marriage licenses are issued by the
terrain make this a great place for novices to learn Nassau County Clerk of Courts. Call (904) 548-4600
and experts to practice. Boards can be purchased for more information.
• Sales & Rentals •
• Property Management
• Association Management •
1880 South 14th Street, Suite 103 • Fernandina Beach
www.galphinre.com • 277-6597
Discover Nassau 2022 | 19Visit Barnabas New to You Resale Stores
for Unique Treasures & Bargains!
930 South 14th St. 463146 SR-200
Fernandina Beach, FL Yulee, FL
(904) 321-2334 (904) 310-7106
We are open for purchases and donation drop-offs.
To schedule a free pick-up of large furniture items, visit
BarnabasNassau.vonigo.com/external.
CLOTHING | FURNITURE | JEWELRY | BOOKS | DECOR | AND MORE
The health and safety of our customers and
staff is our highest priority, therefore we are
following stringent capacity, social distancing
and face covering guidelines. We appreicate
your support!
20 | Discover Nassau 2022Things to Do
Golfing
Discover a perfect place to tee off
Golf isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life - and for those
who live for golf, there’s no better place
Inspired by Nassau County’s natural beauty, illustrious golfers and course designers have lent their
talents to turn this area into one of Florida’s premier golf destinations.
Amelia Island boasts a number of spectacular courses, each unique in difficulty and design.
Golfers can find everything they need for their golf lifestyle – comfortable clubhouses, full-service pro
shops, and a network of golf professionals who can help improve your game.
GOLF COURSES
COURSE PUBLIC/
PRIVATE
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DESIGNER
HOLES PAR/YARDS
THE AMELIA ISLAND CLUB AT LONG POINT Members & Tom Fazio 18 Par 72, 6,775 yds
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Limited Resort
Guests
5 Ocean Club Drive, Amelia Island FL 32034
(904) 277-5933 • www.ameliaislandclub.com
AMELIA RIVER GOLF CLUB Semi-Private Tom Jackson 18 Par 72, 6,860 yds
4477 Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina Beach FL 32034
(904) 491-8500 • www.golfameliariver.com
FERNANDINA BEACH GOLF CLUB Public Birdsong & 27 North: par 35, 2,928 yds
2800 Bill Melton Road, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 Matteson South: par 36, 3,023 yds
West: par 37, 3,502 yds
(904) 310-3175 • www.fernandinabeachgolfclub.com
THE GOLF CLUB AT NORTH HAMPTON Semi-Private Arnold Palmer 18 Par 72,7,080 yds
22680 North Hampton Club Way & Ed Seay
Fernandina Beach FL 32034
(904) 548-0000 • www.gcnorthhamton.com
THE GOLF CLUB OF AMELIA ISLAND Members & McCumber 18 Par 72, 6,692 yds
4700 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island FL 32034 Resort Guests & Littler
(904) 277-8015 • www.golfclubofamelia.com
Experience the island’s newest hotels,the Courtyard by Marriott and Springhill Suites
Amelia Island.
Located across from Main Beach and only two miles away from downtown, you'll find
two chef-led restaurants, open to the publics, with full bars and a Starbucks café
available for all-day dining and takeout.
Yoga and cooking classes are offered every month, and we are continually adding new
events. Follow us on Facebook (@courtyardamelia or @springhillameliaisland) for the
latest.
Hotel guests enjoy a fitness room with a Peloton bike, and a pool deck that is a resort-
style oasis. The location across from Fort Clinch, a short walk to Main Beach and just
over a mile to Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach makes it idea for enjoying all of
Amelia Island.
Come see us soon!
Discover Nassau 2022 | 21TASTE the Life
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Accessories | Wall Décor | Bedding
2110 Sadler Square | Fernandina Beach, FL
904.261.6333
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912.283.6350
lottsfurniture.com
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AMELIA ISLAND COFFEE Coffee house, restaurant
207 Centre St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 321-2111 • •
www.ameliaislandcoffee.com
AMELIA ISLAND TEA HOUSE Tea House
122 S. 8th Street., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-4300 S
www.ameliaislandteahouse.com
AMELIA TAVERN Brewpub
318 Centre St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 310- 6088 S • •
www.theameliatavern.com
ARTE PIZZA Pizza
109 N. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-1515 • •
www.artepizzaandpasta.com
BEECH STREET GRILL Southern
801 Beech Street, Fernandina Beach • (904) 432-8836 •
www.beechstgrill.com
CAFÉ KARIBO Eclectic
27 N. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-5269 • • •
www.cafekaribo.com
DAVID’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Fine Steaks & Seafood
802 Ash St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 310-6049 S
www.ameliaislanddavids.com
ESPANA RESTAURANT & TAPAS Spanish & Portuguese
22 S. 4th St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-7700 • • •
www.espanadowntown.com
FIRST LOVE BREWING Brewpub
22 S. 8th St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 310-9721 S
www.firstlovebrewing.com
JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO New American
14 S. 2nd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 321-2558 WA • •
www.joesbistro.com
LE CLOS RESTAURANT OF AMELIA ISLAND Provincial
20 S. 2nd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-8100 • •
www.leclos.com
LEDDY’S PORCH Southern
22 S. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 491-3322 • • •
www.floridahouseinn.com
THE BOAT HOUSE American
30 S. 2nd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 321-1234 WA
• •
www.boathousefernandina.com S
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THE SALTY PELICAN BAR & GRILL Local Seafood
12 N. Front St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-3811
www.thesaltypelicanamelia.com S • •
TASTY’S FRESH BURGERS American Hamburgers
710 Centre St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 321- 0409
www.tastysfreshburgersandfries.com • • •
WICKED BAO Asian Street Food WA •
232 N. 2nd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 775-5577 S
www.wickedbao.com
North Island
ELIZABETH POINTE LODGE American
98 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-4851 WA • •
www.elizabethpointeameliaisland.com
FANCY SUSHI Japanese & Sushi
1478 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-9855 • •
www.fancysushiq.com
JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS Deli
1464 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 556-7527 • • •
www.jerseymikes.com
KABUKI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Japanese Steakhouse
1147 Amelia Plaza, Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-8782
www.kabukisteakhouse.com
MS. CAROLYN’S Breakfast, Lunch
2118 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-6277 • •
THE MUSTARD SEED CAFÉ Gourmet Natural Foods
833 TJ Courson Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-3158 • • •
www.nassauhealthfoods.net
SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK American, Sea Food
17 N. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 962-8501
S • •
www.saltlifefoodshack.com
SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL Seafood
1998 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-6652 S • •
www.slidersseaside.com
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SURCHEROS FRESH GRILL Tex-Mex
1484 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach (904) 310-6154 S •
www.surcheros.com
THE SANDBAR & KITCHEN American
2910 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 • (904) 310-3648 S • •
www.thesandbarandkitchen.com
THAI SPICE CAFE Authentic Thai Cuisine
1460 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 432-7748 •
www.thaispicecafe.com
TOWNIES Pizza
819 TJ Courson Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-3811 • • •
www.towniespizzas.com
V PIZZA Italian
2709 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach • (904) 659-0026 S •
www.VPizza.com
ZAXBY’S Chicken
1905 S. 14th St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277- 7171 S • •
www.zaxbys.com
South Island
AMELIA RIVER GOLF CLUB Lunch
4477 Buccaneer Trail, Amelia Island • (904) 491-8500 S
www.golfameliariver.com
BANTAM + BIDDY Southern
4802 First Coast Hwy, Ste 470, Fernandina Beach • (904) 844-2953 S •
www.bantamandbiddy.com
COQUINA Mexican
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-1100 WA •
www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland
FALCON’S NEST Pub Food
36 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island • (904) 277-5166 • • •
www.omniameliaislandplantation.com
THE GOLF CLUB OF AMELIA ISLAND American
4700 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-8015 • • •
www.golfclubofamelia.com
LAGNIAPPE RESTAURANT French Creole/Southern
4810 First Coast Hwy., Fernandina Beach • (904) 844-2634 S •
www.lagniappeamelia.com
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MARCHE BURETTE Gourmet Deli
85 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island • (904) 491-4834 • • •
www.omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island
NATURAL SLICE PIZZA Pizza
75 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island • (904) 491-4115 • •
www.omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island
THE LOBBY BAR AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND American
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-1100 • •
www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland
POGO’S KITCHEN Modern Cuisine
1408 Lewis St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 432-8483 S • •
www.pogoskitchen.com
SALT American Contemporary
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-1100 •
www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland
TIDEWATER GRILL Outdoor & Poolside Dining
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-1100 • • •
www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland
VERANDAH Seafood & Steak
142 Racquet Park Drive, Amelia Island • (904) 277-5958 WA •
www.omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island
A1A Corridor/8th Street
BEACH DINER Southern
2006 S 8th St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 310-3750 WA • •
www.beachdiner.com
CANTINA LOUIE Mexican street food
960062 Gateway Blvd., Fernandina Beach • 904-310-9675 WA
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CHILI’S GRILL & BAR RESTAURANT Southwestern
463725 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 225-8666 • •
www.chilis.com
DOWN UNDER RESTAURANT Seafood
96106 Wade Place, Fernandina Beach • (904) 310-6211 • • •
www.downunderfb.com
FANCY SUSHI & GRILL Japanese & Sushi
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463875 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 849-7368 •
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KITCHEN 251 Seafood
251 Creekside Drive, Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-7447 • •
www.kitchen251.com
MARCO’S PIZZA Pizza
463090-03 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 530-1100 S
www.marcos.com
MORGAN’S GRILLE AT NORTH HAMPTON American, Seafood
22680 North Hampton Club Way, Fernandina Beach • (904) 548-0000 • •
www.hamptongolfclubs.com
SOUTHERN BLEND YULEE Coffee Shop/Donut Shop
463155 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 548-5073 S
TASTY’S FRESH BURGERS - YULEE American Hamburger
463852-A SR 200, Yulee • (904) 849-1241 • • •
www.tastysfreshburgersandfries.com
TASTY’S FRESH BURGERS - WILDLIGHT American Hamburger
20 Homegrown Way Ste E, Yulee • (904) 548-6125 • • •
www.tastysfreshburgersandfries.com
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE Cafe, Smoothie and Juice Bar
463909 SR 200, Ste 6, Yulee • (904) 468-7099 • •
www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com
WHATABURGER Hamburgers
463773 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 548- 9715 S •
www.whataburger.com
WEST OF I-95 AND JACKSONVILLE
JUNIOR’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT AND GRILL- CALLAHAN Seafood
450061 FL-200, Callahan • (904) 628-0755
www.juniorsseafoodrestaurant.com
THE PIG BAR-B-Q BBQ
450102 SR 200, Callahan • (904) 879-0101 S •
R & R WING CAFE Chicken Wings, American
551856 US Hwy 1, Ste. 112, Hilliard • (904) 845-3919
SWEET AS CYN COFFEE HOUSE AND DONUTS Baked Goods, Coffee,
Sandwiches
542432 US Hwy 1, Callahan • (904) 879-6698
www.sweetascyn.net
Discover Nassau 2022 | 27ESCAPE TO
AMELIA ISLAND
• Beachside location • Free beach
• Spacious suites & chairs & umbrellas
studios • Rooftop deck
• Free breakfast with ocean view
• Outdoor pool • Free WiFi & parking
seasideameliainn.com • 904.206.5300
We take things personally. We get to know our
TRAVEL LIKE
guests and we are invested in delivering service so
memorable that our guests share stories about it.
Our spaces and experiences create flexibility and
freedom that enable guests to travel the way they
YOU LIVE.
love to live.
AMELIA ISLAND
2301 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 | 904-277-2440 | www.Marriott.com/JAXAR
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614 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-1604
www.addisonamelia.com • 14 Units • Discounts: Military
AMELIA ISLAND WILLIAMS HOUSE
103 S. 9th St Amelia Island • (904) 277-2328
www.williamshouse.com • 10 Units
ELIZABETH POINTE LODGE
98 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach
(904) 277-4851 • (800) 772-3359
www.elizabethpointeameliaisland.com • 25 Units
FLORIDA HOUSE INN
22 S. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 491-3322
(800) 258-3301 • www.floridahouseinn.com
16 Units • Discounts: Military
GREYFIELD INN
Cumberland Island, Georgia • (904) 261-6408
(866) 401- 8581 • www.greyfieldinn.com • 16 Units
HOYT HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST INN
804 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-4300
(800) 432- 2085 • www.hoythouse.com
10 Units • Discounts: AAA, Military
Camping
FORT CLINCH STATE PARK
2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-7274
(800) 326-3521 • www.floridastateparks.org • 61 Units
TALBOT ISLANDS STATE PARKS
12157 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville • (904) 251-2320
(800) 326-3521 • www.floridastateparks.org • 40 Units
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4776 Amelia Island Pkwy., Suite 18, Fernandina Beach • (404) 862-5162
www.18oceanplace.com
AMELIA BY THE SEA
3240 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-6795
(800) 335-0984 • www.ameliabythesearentals.com • 30 Units
AMELIA ISLAND GETAWAYS
5548 First Coast Hwy Ste 200, Fernandina Beach • (855) 789-3108
(904) 310-6731 • www.aigetaways.com • 8 Units
AMELIA SOUTH CONDOMINIUMS
3350 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-7991
(800) 543-0664 • www.ameliasouth.com • 38 Units
AMELIA SURF & RACQUET CLUB FLORIDA PROPERTIES
4800 Amelia Island Pkwy., Fernandina Beach •(904) 261-0511
(800) 323-2001 • www.ameliasurfandracquetclub.com • 45 Units
DESTINATION AMELIA VACATION RENTALS
2245 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach
(904) 206-9425 • www.destinationamelia.com
DUNLAP PROPERTY MANAGEMENT -
AMELIA ISLAND VACATIONS
4810 First Coast Hwy, Ste 4, Fernandina Beach
(904) 321-8680 • www.ameliaislandvacations.com
ERA FERNANDINA BEACH REALTY
2057 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-4011
(800) 741-4011 • www.ameliavacations.com • 101 Units
KETCH COURTYARD CONDOMINIUMS
3150 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 299-3520
www.staybettervacations.com • 31 Units
MOCK’S AMELIA VACATIONS
5012 First Coast Hwy,.Fernandina Beach • (904) 945-3887
www.mocksameliavacations.com • 35 Units
100 Yards from the Ocean (Main Beach)
Next to Fort Clinch
Restaurants at walking distance
Free Hot Breakfast • Free Parking
Free WiFi
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(904) 945-3887 • www.mooreairentals.com
OCEAN PLACE RESORT RENTAL
4776 Amelia Island Pkwy., Ste 91, Fernandina Beach
(478) 731-1678 • www.vrbo.com/225258 • 1 Unit
OCEANS OF AMELIA
382 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-4013
(800) 331-7428 • www.oceansofamelia.com • 19 Units
STAY BETTER VACATIONS
(904)299-3520 • www.staybettervacations.com
TURNKEY VACATION RENTAL MANAGEMENT
910 S. 8th Street, Unit 304 • (904)900-5698
VACASA VACATION RENTAL MANAGEMENT
5299 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island • (904) 261-9129
(800) 874-8679 • www.vacasa.com • 170 Units
Hotels/Motels
ALOFT JACKSONVILLE AIRPORT
751 Skymarks Drive, Jacksonville • (904) 714-3800
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/jaxal-aloft-jacksonville-airport
19 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military, Seniors
AMELIA HOTEL AT THE BEACH
1997 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 206-5600
(877) 263-5428 • www.ameliahotel.com •
86 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military, Seniors
AMELIA SCHOOLHOUSE INN
914 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 • (904) 310-6264
www.ameliaschoolhouseinn.com
BEACHSIDE MOTEL
3172 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-4236
(877) 261-4236 • www.beachsidemotel.com
20 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military, Seniors
• Tax Services DORCO ENTERPRISES CPA FIRM
• Human Resources
• Bookkeeping/Payroll
• Business Consulting Services
• Buy/Sell Negotiation Consulting
904-990-7755
YOUR SMALL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT
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BEST WESTERN PLUS FIRST COAST INN & SUITES
462577 SR 200, Yulee • (904) 225-0182 • (800) 780-7234
www.bestwestern.com
62 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military, Seniors
OCEAN COAST HOTEL AT THE BEACH
2707 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 277- 2300
www.oceancoasthotelameliaisland.com
135 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military
COMFORT INN OF YULEE
76043 Sidney Place, Yulee • (904) 225- 2600
(877) 424-6423 • www.choicehotels.com/hotel/fl585
59 Units • Discounts: AAA, Military, Seniors
COMFORT SUITES OCEANVIEW
2801 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-0193
(877) 424-6423 • www.choicehotels.com/hotel/fl727
50 Units • Discounts: AAA, Military, Seniors
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AMELIA ISLAND
2700 Atlantic Ave., Suite 1 • Amelia Island
(904) 261-1919 • www.marriott.com/jaxcy
FLORIDA HOUSE INN
22 S. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 491-3322 • (800) 258-3301
www.floridahouseinn.com 17 Units • Discounts: Military
HAMPTON INN AMELIA ISLAND AT FERNANDINA BEACH
2549 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach • (904) 321-1111
(800) 926-7866 • www.ameliaislandhamptoninn.com
80 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military, Seniors
HAMPTON INN & SUITES HISTORIC HARBORFRONT HOTEL
19 S. 2nd St., Fernandina Beach • (904) 491-4911 • (800) 926-78666
www.hamptoninnandsuitesameliaisland.com
122 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military
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76071 Sidney Place, Yulee • (904) 849-0200 • (888) 465-4329
www.hiexpress.com/yuleefl • 73 Units • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
960108 Gateway Boulevard, Fernandina Beach
97 Units
HOME2 SUITES FERNANDINA BEACH/AMELIA ISLAND
2246 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach • (904) 679-6777
www.home2fb.com • 103 Units - all suites • Discounts: AAA, AARP, Military
MICROTEL BY WYNDHAM
3200 International Airport Blvd., Jacksonville • (904) 741-4911
www.wyndhamhotels.com/microtel
RESIDENCE INN AMELIA ISLAND
2301 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach • (904) 277-2440
(866) 245-6099 • www.residenceinnameliaisland.com
SEA COTTAGES OF AMELIA LLC
2528 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach
(904) 206-5300 • www.seacottagesofamelia.com
SEASIDE AMELIA INN
2900 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach
(904) 206- 5300 • www.seasideameliainn.com
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT AMELIA ISLAND
2700 Atlantic Ave., Suite 2 • Amelia Island
(904) 491-1221 • www.marriott.com/jaxil • 134 Rooms, All Suites
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AMELIA SOUTH CONDOMINIUMS
3350 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-7991
(800) 543-0664 • www.ameliasouth.com • 38 Units
ERA FERNANDINA BEACH REALTY
2057 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-4011
(800) 741-4011 • www.ameliavacations.com • 101 Units
OCEANS OF AMELIA
382 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach • (904) 261-4013
(800) 331-7428 • www.oceansofamelia.com • 19 Units
OMNI AMELIA ISLAND RESORT
39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island • (904) 261-6161
(888) 444-6664 • www.omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island
404 Units
THE RITZ-CARLTON, AMELIA ISLAND
4750 Amelia Island Pkwy., Amelia Island • (904) 277-1100
(800) 542-8680 • www.ritzcarlton.com/ameliaisland
446 Units • AAA Five Diamond Rating • Discounts: AAA, Military
VACASA VACATION RENTAL MANAGEMENT
5299 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island • (904) 261-9129
(800) 874-8679 • www.vacasa.com • 170 Units
VILLAS OF AMELIA ISLAND
39 Beach Lagoon, Amelia Island • (904) 261-6161
(800) 834- 4900 • www.omnihotels.com/hotels/villas-amelia-island
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Area Code Department of Children & Families: (904) 557-9100
Family Support Services (Nassau County):
904 (904) 225-5347
Beach Driving Florida Suicide and Crisis Hotline: (800) 273-TALK
Guardian ad Litem: (904) 548-4903
Out-of-county visitors can get beach driving Hubbard House Outreach Center: (904) 400-6300
permits at both Clerk of Court office locations. (904) 354-3114 (24-Hour)
Cable Micah’s Place: (904) 491-6364 • (800) 500-1119
(24-Hour)
Comcast Safe Kids: (904) 202-4302
(800) 266-2278 | www.comcast.com Services for Victims of Sexual Assault: (904) 721-7273
Childcare/Preschool Services Suicide Lifeline (24-Hour): (800) 273-8255
Starting Point Behavioral Healthcare: (904) 225-8280
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nassau County: Victim Services Advocate: (904) 548-4099
(904) 261-9500 Women’s Resource Centers of Nassau:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County Yulee: (904) 206-2993
Miller Freedom Center: (904) 261-1075
Fernandina Beach Club: (904) 491-9102 Elder Services
Episcopal Children’s Services: (904) 432-0009 Nassau County Council on Aging: (904) 261-0701
County Alzheimer’s Support Group: (904) 261-0701
Eastside Senior Center: (904) 261-0701
James S. Page Governmental Complex Transportation Office (NassauTRANSIT): (904) 261-0700
96135 Nassau Place, Yulee Hilliard Life Center: (904) 845-3331
(904) 530-6010, (866) 474-1446 Elder Source: (904) 391-6600
www.NassauCountyFL.com Life Care Center of Hilliard
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners Alzheimer’s Support Group: (904) 845-3988
The Board of County Commissioners is the county's
governing authority. The board meets at 6 p.m. the Electricity
second and fourth Monday of the month and 9 a.m.
the third Wednesday of the month. Florida Public Utilities*
(904) 261-3663, (800) 427-7712 | www.fpuc.com
Courthouses/Declaration of Services Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach
Domicile/Marriage Licenses
Okefenokee REMC*
Nassau County Clerk of Courts* (904) 845-7477, (800) 262-5131 | www.oremc.com
(904) 548-4600, (800) 958-3496 | www.nassauclerk.com Services Bryceville, Callahan and Hilliard
Fernandina Beach: 416 Centre St. • (904) 491-6430 Florida Power & Light*
Yulee: 76347 Veterans Way • (904) 548-4600 (800) 226-3545 | www.fpl.com
To get a marriage license, single adults, 18 or older, must Services Yulee, Callahan and Hilliard
come into the Clerk’s office together and bring driver’s
license and Social Security number. No waiting period for Emergency Notifications
Florida residents who have completed a state-sanctioned Residents and visitors can now get community advisory
marriage preparation course within the past 12 month text messages without providing an address or other
and nonresidents of Florida. identifying information. Just “Opt-In” by texting the
Crisis Services following key words:
OneNassau to 888777 | important community messages
Barnabas Center: (904) 261-7000
will arrive by text as they are issued, no matter location
Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 962-2873
BchSafe to 888777 | receive Amelia Island beach hazard
Child Advocate Rapid Response Team:
warnings during the summer
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