# The Helm on Elm https://www.wander.com/property/the-helm-on-elm-730191107912109100 > Luxury vacation rental in Fernandina Beach, Florida ## Property Overview - **Sleeps**: 6 guests - **Bedrooms**: 3 - **Bathrooms**: 2 - **Square Footage**: 1,578 sq ft ## Pricing & Availability - **Next Available**: January 31, 2027 - **Available Days**: 1 days in the next 90 days ## Location - **Address**: Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States - **Coordinates**: 30.6645497, -81.4627614 - **Timezone**: America/New_York - **Local Area**: Beautiful destination with local attractions ## Amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Hair dryer - Heating - Washer - Wifi - Tv - Coffee maker - Dining table - Dishwasher - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Fridge - Stove - Fire extinguisher - Shower - Toilet ## Dining Recommendations - **Salty Pelican Bar & Grill**: Enjoy fresh seafood and coastal comfort food in a lively, laid-back waterfront setting. With Amelia River views, sunset dining, craft beers, cocktails, and live music, Salty Pelican Bar & Grill is perfect for relaxed meals and good times. - **The Patio at 5th and Ash Restaurant**: The Patio at 5th and Ash pairs fresh seafood and approachable American bistro fare with a relaxed, eclectic atmosphere. Dine beneath oak trees on the twinkling, pet-friendly patio while enjoying live music, cocktails, and Florida breezes. - **Down Under Restaurant**: Down Under Restaurant offers hearty pub fare in a cozy, cave-like setting, with popular specialties including prime rib, fried fish, walleye, and slow-cooked baby back ribs. - **Cafe Karibo**: Cafe Karibo is a laid-back downtown bistro serving eclectic American fare, from fresh seafood and hearty sandwiches to vegan-friendly favorites. Relax on its charming, shaded garden patio or enjoy the cozy, unpretentious indoor atmosphere. - **España Restaurant & Tapas**: España Restaurant & Tapas serves flavorful Spanish-Portuguese cuisine, from fresh seafood and paella to tempting hot and cold tapas. Set in Fernandina Beach’s historic district, its cozy dining rooms and lush garden patio create a warm, relaxed atmosphere perfect for lingering over sangria. - **Sandbar Amelia Island**: Sandbar Amelia Island is a lively beachfront spot serving fresh seafood, burgers, wood-fired pizza, and tropical cocktails. Enjoy ocean views, toes-in-the-sand seating, a relaxed atmosphere, and live music. ## Activities & Attractions - **Amelia Island Museum of History**: Step into 4,000 years of Amelia Island history inside a former jail, with engaging exhibits, storytelling tours, and a fun pirate-themed area for kids. It’s a memorable experience for history buffs, families, and curious explorers. - **Seaside Park**: Enjoy Seaside Park’s sandy beaches, scenic waterfront views, and relaxed atmosphere—a perfect escape for families, beach lovers, and anyone seeking outdoor fun by the water. - **Dungeness Ruins**: Explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of a grand Carnegie mansion, where history, coastal scenery, and free-roaming wild horses create an unforgettable experience for history buffs, photographers, nature lovers, and curious adventurers. - **Amelia Island Lighthouse**: Step back in time at Florida’s oldest lighthouse, a beautifully preserved beacon with fascinating maritime history and charming grounds. History buffs, lighthouse lovers, photographers, and curious families will enjoy exploring this iconic Amelia Island landmark. - **Fort Clinch**: Step into a remarkably preserved 19th-century fort surrounded by beaches, shaded trails, and abundant wildlife. Fort Clinch is a memorable escape for history buffs, nature lovers, beachcombers, and anyone seeking an adventurous day on Amelia Island. - **Peters Point Beachfront Park**: Enjoy Amelia Island’s wide sandy shores at Peters Point Beachfront Park, perfect for swimming, shelling, surf fishing, picnicking, and scenic walks. Families, beach lovers, and adventure seekers will especially enjoy its relaxed atmosphere and horseback riding opportunities. - **Fort Clinch State Park**: Step into Civil War history at Fort Clinch State Park, where a preserved fort, scenic trails, wildlife, and beautiful beaches create an unforgettable adventure for history buffs, nature lovers, and outdoor explorers. - **Main Beach Park**: Enjoy sun, sand, and seaside fun at Main Beach Park, where families can splash, play volleyball, explore tide pools, or relax by the ocean. With a playground, picnic areas, and nearby shops, it’s perfect for beach lovers of all ages. - **Amelia River Cruises & Charters**: Cruise Amelia and Cumberland Islands while spotting dolphins, wild horses, and coastal birds, all while hearing fascinating local history from knowledgeable captains. It’s a memorable outing for families, couples, wildlife lovers, and anyone seeking a relaxing adventure on the water. - **Egan's Creek Greenway Trail**: Wander grass-covered trails through salt marshes, hardwood hammocks, and freshwater wetlands while spotting nearly 200 bird species and native wildlife. Egan’s Creek Greenway is ideal for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers, and anyone seeking a peaceful coastal escape. ## Local Services - **Circle K**: Circle K offers convenient grab-and-go favorites, from fresh sandwiches and hot snacks to signature Polar Pop and Froster drinks, freshly brewed coffee, pastries, and everyday essentials. - **CVS**: CVS offers convenient grocery essentials alongside specialty snacks, organic and non-GMO options, pantry staples, and its own Gold Emblem and Well Market favorites. - **Dollar General**: Dollar General offers affordable groceries, from Clover Valley pantry staples and snacks to fresh produce, dairy, frozen foods, and convenient meal essentials—all close to home. - **Walgreens**: Walgreens offers more than health essentials, with convenient groceries, fresh grab-and-go foods, snacks, beverages, and its own Nice! line of pantry staples and better-for-you options. - **Dollar Tree**: Dollar Tree offers more than everyday essentials, with frozen favorites, refrigerated foods, pantry staples, snacks, and unique finds like taquitos, burritos, specialty sauces, and deli treats—all at budget-friendly prices. - **Walmart**: Walmart offers an expansive grocery selection, from affordable Great Value staples to bettergoods’ chef-inspired, plant-based, and specialty dietary options. - **Amelia Organic Market**: Amelia Organic Market offers organic and locally sourced produce, grass-fed proteins, wild-caught seafood, specialty vegan and gluten-free goods, plus fresh, made-from-scratch meals at its in-house café. - **Circle K**: Circle K offers convenient grab-and-go meals, hot coffee, Polar Pops, Frosters, and a tempting selection of private-label snacks and sweets—perfect for quick bites and refreshing drinks on the move. - **Circle K**: Circle K offers convenient grab-and-go meals, hot coffee, refreshing Polar Pops and Frosters, plus a tempting selection of private-label snacks, candy, and everyday essentials. - **La Sureña Restaurant & Store**: La Sureña combines a specialty grocery store with authentic Mexican and Central American favorites, from flavorful tacos and pupusas to traditional sauces, sides, soups, and hard-to-find Hispanic products. ## Additional Information - **Shipping to**:

Shipping Items to the House
Can I ship some gear to the house before my stay? Absolutely! However, please note that deliveries are at your own discretion; Wander will not be held liable for lost, stolen, or tampered items or packages.

IMPORTANT: Please ensure that delivery will fall during your stay dates in order to prevent disturbing the guests at the house before and after your trip. Should your package arrive on a day that doesn’t fall during your trip, a $50 fee will be charged for our runner's fee.


Need Something at the Home?
If there is anything you want in your Wander Home that you can’t find, simply let Concierge know so they can help out (no need to buy anything). You may contact them through the app or by texting +1-737-377-3205.

- **Occupancy notice**:

This home follows a strict maximum occupancy rule. Please make sure that the total number of guests accompanying you (including both children and adults) doesn't exceed the indicated maximum occupancy above to avoid cancellation of your stay and additional fees.

- **No smoking**:

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

## Guest Services - **24/7 Concierge**: Available through the Wander app - **Housekeeping**: Professional cleaning service - **Maintenance**: On-call support for any issues - **Local Recommendations**: Dining, activities, and experiences ## Property Details - **Property ID**: 730191107912109100 - **Hero Image**: https://assets.wander.com/730197924146841301/fullres.webp --- *Last modified: 2026-11-11*