8030 First Coast Hwy

Seaside Retreat is a low-density, oceanfront condominium community on Amelia Island completed in 1999. The property rises seven stories and contains primarily three-bedroom villas that deliver single-level living with private elevator access into many units. Residences feature open floorplans, eat-in kitchens, wet bars, custom built-ins, multiple private balconies or a large wraparound oceanside terrace, and renovated primary suites; interior finishes commonly include hardwood or tile floors, granite or quartz counters, stainless appliances, and upgraded closets. The complex presents a gated, landscaped setting with direct beach walkovers, a private oceanfront swimming pool, renovated tennis and pickleball courts, under-building garage parking with two assigned spaces per unit plus sizable locked storage rooms, and covered guest parking. Practical systems and protections noted across homes include hurricane-rated windows/doors, automatic shutters for some units, tankless water heaters, dehumidifiers tied to HVAC, and whole-building generator provisions in select residences. Management emphasizes a quiet, well-maintained atmosphere with easy access to nearby Fernandina Beach dining, shops, and island bike paths, supporting a relaxed seaside lifestyle oriented around sunrise ocean views and outdoor recreation.