Entering this beachfront condo is like arriving at a birthday party. Stripes, streamers, and bright artwork abound! Glorious sunrises await you on the long balcony, while fun and comfort lie within.

The opposite of the generic "beach house" design, Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403 has been decorated and furnished with a whimsical artist's eye that shows in every pleasing pastel color, every swirl and furbelow in the condo! This fourth-floor oceanfront condo in an elevator building is as individual and beautifully appointed as anyone could wish, and just walking from room to room will lighten your spirits and bring a smile to your lips.

Chances are, the first place you'll want to see in this condo is the balcony, which runs the length of the property and features a bistro table and chairs as well as loungers. You get a panoramic view of the beach and ocean here, not to mention those amazing sky changes. The kidney-shaped swimming pool, available for your use throughout your stay, is also right below -- handy for older kids and teens, who can be watched by their parents from the balcony and then summoned home with a quick yodel!

The balcony at Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403 is so alluring that you will want to bring the view indoors with you . . . and luckily, thanks to an entire wall of sliding glass doors, you can do just that! Visible from the living room, dining area, kitchen, and even the primary bedroom when the curtains are open, this million-dollar vista is ever-changing and always beautiful. It will probably be what you remember most about your Jacksonville adventures!

When it's time to come indoors, the living room is cheery and comfortable, a charming finale to a Florida day. Cabana stripes, a swimmer mural, and interesting artwork make this room a stimulating place to gather. (The multicolored giraffe can be your spirit animal!) The sofa also opens up to a full size bed, perfect for the occasional overnight guest. The kids will love it, and you may find yourself remembering why time at the beach is always more relaxing than other vacations. Something about those balmy breezes, bright colors, and wide-open spaces, perhaps?

There's a big TV in the living room, with cable, and you have free WiFi at Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403. But you may find yourself reaching for more old-fashioned entertainment, from a round of Cranium to good old Go Fish. Get out paper and markers, cards and blocks, and have some silly fun as you sprawl on the big, soft sectional couch. Downtime can be the most fun part of the whole trip!

And while your creative juices are flowing, step into the kitchen and whip up some drinks and snacks. You will find this galley kitchen completely stocked with dishes, utensils, cookware, and all those nifty gadgets that make preparing meals more fun. Just bring a bag of groceries and you're good to go -- the spotless appliances and gleaming counters await you. On the run to your next Florida adventure? Turn on the coffeemaker, pop some waffles into the toaster, and be on your way in minutes!

Or, if you choose to dine in, pull out the table between kitchen and living room and enjoy a family meal beneath a cluster of interesting pictures. There's always something new to see at Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403, and our table makes a good place for drawing and journaling as well as setting up the old laptop and getting a little work done.

When it's time for bed, everyone in your party will be delighted with the sleeping arrangements. Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403 has two bedrooms, one with a king and the other a queen size bed. The primary has a big flat-screen right at eye level for late-night viewing, as well as an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom is a warm ocean-themed space, with merry fish, lemony yellow walls, and a big comfy bed. It shares the second full bathroom with the living areas at Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403 and includes both a shower and tub option.

Beach vacations are all about getting sandy and spilling ice cream, so you'll love the stacked washer and dryer at Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403. All linens and towels are provided too, plus extra pillows and blankets. Pack light and don't worry about a thing. If you forgot it, chances are you'll find it at this condo!

Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403 is in a small complex with convenient off-street parking and a nice boardwalk onto the sand. You are right on the edge of the Atlantic here, with seabirds wheeling past, shorebirds making footprints in the wet sand, and plenty of open beach for sandcastle building, kite flying, and bocce ball playing. You're going to love it here! Reserve your stay now!

Jacksonville Beachdrifter 403's location is convenient to Mayo Clinic.