Uptown Sound Haven

Our romantic "Safe Haven" is compact upscale living in a two-story carriage house located 3 blocks from St George St and steps from shopping and dining! Private garden in the back and a shared garden and patio out front. Also Safe Haven House offers a private balcony! Queen bed & shower upstairs in bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, sitting area & TV downstairs. FREE Private and Street parking..
The Safe Haven House lives behind our Hide-Out property (The main house) and is very private. Originally the carriage house for the property, it was renovated by the previous owners into a painting studio & apartment. One private parking available in front of private gate and free street parking available after stop sign when turning onto property street. Downstairs sitting area with full kitchen and lovely decor. Upstairs is the queen bed with en suite bath: shower and sink are separated from the bedroom by a curtain; the toilet is behind in its own closed room. We love this space for the light and artistic romance of it; one of its most delightful aspects is the access to the outdoors. Step out the back door and you will find yourself in a very serene, very private walled garden. Have your morning coffee on the upstairs deck that overlooks the shared garden or toast and cereal in the private garden with gorgeous angles of sunlight in the early morning. Take a walk a couple blocks east and you are on the intracoastal waterway. Life is cozy and relaxed here. A note on ambiance: It is a quiet neighborhood albeit connected to a very busy tourist town. You will hear people, cars, the cannon fire at the fort, church chimes and the occasional trolley in the daytime. This includes the Firestone during their regular hours. *Off street parking is provided for one small to mid sized vehicle. Full sized trucks and SUVs will have to use free public on street parking. For the grilling types, we have a charcoal grill in the shared garden. -Dogs must be on a leash at all times and clean up after your pets. -Security Cameras are on the property -Only guests on reservation are allowed on the property.

1. Reservation Acceptance & Payment

The guest making the reservation must be 25 years of age or older, the holder of a major credit card and must occupy the rental property the entire term of the reservation.
Reservations are paid 100% at booking
2. “Last Minute” Reservations

The guest making the reservation must be 25 years of age or older and must occupy the rental property the entire term of the reservation.
A valid driver’s license or passport is required if needed
The Name on all documents must match Name of Lead Guest on reservation making payment, Name on Credit/Debit card used, Name on Photo I.D., Name on Billing Statement.
3. Check-in/Check-out Times

Check-in time is after 4:00 pm and checkout is before 10:00 am.
Early check-ins or late checkouts can be requested. All early check-ins or late check-outs are subject to no other reservations in the property at the time of arrival/departure. As such, these will be tentatively booked and confirmed only within the last 2 hours prior to arrival. It is the guest’s responsibility to contact Me’Lieu within 2 hours of arrival to confirm availability. In the event a guest fails to depart from the property by 11:00 am with no late checkout arranged and results in Me’Lieu being unable to clean and prepare the rental property for the next arriving guest that day, the departing guest agrees to pay damages and costs incurred by Me’Lieu Vacation Homes; including but not limited to moving the incoming guest to another rental property.
4. Check-in Instructions

The property will have an Electronic Lock. The door code will be sent upon arrival.
5. Arrival Inspection and Pre-Existing Damage Report

The guest must notify Me’Lieu Vacation Homes within twelve (12) hours of arrival if there is already any damage or notable conditions.
The guest is responsible for the cost of any damages sustained to the property, décor, or its contents during the stay; this includes the moving of items to another property, breakages, and any excessive cleaning charges.

6. Accidental Damage Protection (ADP)

The accidental damage protection fee for each reservation is non-refundable and will cover reported accidental or inadvertent damages – these must be reported immediately to Me’Lieu Vacation Homes within 24 hours
The accidental damage protection will become void upon departure; any unreported damage found by Me’Lieu Vacation Homes will be the sole responsibility of the guest who incurred the damage.
The value of the damage protection is up to $1,000 for Guest suites/cottage properties and $1,500 for homes. Intentional damage, theft or gross negligence is not covered and will result in additional costs to the guest. The plan is provided and administrated by Me’Lieu Property Managment and is not an insurance policy.
7. Security Deposits

NONE
8. Additional Damages

Should the guest experience any new issue with the rental property during the stay, the guest must contact Me’Lieu Property Management who will make efforts to rectify the matter. The guest should not attempt to contact the homeowner or the staff of the Property.
Should a previously reported problem remain unresolved, the guest is asked to notify Me’Lieu Property Management before vacating the rental property. No action can be taken or liability accepted for any complaints received after this period.
The air conditioning in any rental property should not be set below 74 Degrees Fahrenheit (23 Degrees Celsius) by the guests. Setting the thermostat to a lower temperature will not cool the property quicker. Due to the high temperatures in Florida, it can be difficult for the system to cool the internal temperature below this point. Setting the temperature below 74 Degrees Fahrenheit may result in the system freezing up. If this occurs the air conditioning will have to be turned off to allow the unit to defrost. The guest will have no air conditioning during this time and will be responsible for the technician’s call-out charges. If the windows have condensation that is a definite sign the air conditioning temperature is set too low and there is a risk of freezing the air conditioning unit. Please keep all windows and doors closed.
temperature is outside of the company’s control and is regarded as an act of nature. Please note that vc-cold weather does NOT constitute a mechanical failure and no refunds will be given for problems that are due to vc-cold weather.
9. Departure Cleaning

In all Me’Lieu Vacation Homes’ rental properties, there is a one-time departure cleaning fee. The cost of a Departure Cleaning varies by property.
10. Reservation General Terms & Conditions

Vacation Homes Use
Guests are prohibited from using candles inside or outside of the house, including under any covered area and in the garage.
Guests are prohibited from moving any furniture or any type in the property. Moving of any furniture can result in damage to the walls, flooring or the furniture itself. Guest found to be moving furniture will be charged for any damage caused.
There is no daily maid service or mid stay cleans unless the Guest chooses to pay for these additional services.
Outside cooking equipment or appliances such as ovens & fridge freezers are not permitted to be taken to the homes. Bringing these items may cause damage to the home, such as scratching walls & floors, grease spills & stains. As well as damage, additional equipment like this that the home was not designed to accommodate can cause electrical issues.
By state law, occupancy may not exceed what is posted for each rental property. Maximum occupancy excludes children under three years of age. Only persons listed in this Rental Agreement are permitted to stay in the rental property.
The reservation is accepted and confirmed only for the number of guests listed on the Rental Agreement Me’Lieu Property Management reserves the right to cancel the reservation if additional guests are added without prior consent.
The rental period will begin and end on the dates as shown in the Rental Agreement. Failure to abide by these rules will render the reservation void and all monies will be forfeited.
The rental property is not to be used to host parties, events, or social/group gatherings. Only guests whose names are on the Rental Agreement are authorized to stay in the rental property. Any guest having an event, party, or social/group gathering in the property or exceeding the numbers of authorized guests will be removed without refund. Additionally, if it is discovered upcoming guests are hosting a party, event, or social/group gathering in one of Me’Lieu Vacation Homes’ rental properties, Me’Lieu Vacation Homes reserves the right to cancel the reservation prior to the guest’s stay, with recompense at Me’Lieu Vacation Homes’ judgment.
No drug use in or near the property. Guests are not allowed to use the property for any immoral or unlawful purpose. Any guest who violates any law or ordinance will immediately terminate occupancy without a refund.
Quiet time is strictly 10:00 PM Eastern Standard Time onwards: guests who do not comply and disrupt the peace and quiet will be required to vacate the property without refund.
Me’Lieu Property management may not manage adjoining properties. If a neighboring property is breaking the quiet time rules, please contact Property Host.
The guest must abide by all community, city, county, and state parking rules and laws. Guests must follow posted street signs, particularly rules regarding parking as some communities do not allow street parking overnight or require parking on a specific side of the street.
Guests park vehicles at their own risk. Me’Lieu Property Management is not responsible for thefts or damages.
This Rental Agreement may not be assigned or the property sublet. No locks may be broken changed or added; no property keys may be duplicated.
The property must not be used for amateur or professional video without prior written consent.
All of Me’Lieu Vacation Homes’ rental properties are for the purpose of vacations. No business may be registered to or operated from the homes by guests, whether on a permanent or temporary basis.
The owner of rental properties may maintain a locked area (such as closets, safes, and garages) in each property for the storage of their personal belongings. These locked areas are not intended for guest use and will not be accessible.
Guests must agree and abide by all community and Homeowner Association rules for the community in which they are staying.
All property descriptions given on the website(s) are made in good faith .Me’Lieu Property Management and the owner(s) of the property accept no liability whatsoever for errors or omissions.
Me’Lieu Property Management and/or it’s representatives may enter the property as reasonably necessary for protection or inspection; for maintenance, repairs or other services, viewing by prospective buyers, or; for any other emergency and with such notice as Me’Lieu Property Management, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate.
11. Smoking

All properties are strictly non-smoking in the property. Failure to comply with this will result in the removal of the guest from the property, without recompense or refund and the loss of the security deposit or a charge to the guest’s credit card if no security deposit is in place to cover the deep clean costs. The minimum fine for smoking is $200.
12. Pets

Pets are allowed with $20 FEE per pet; per stay. Failure to announce or comply with this will result in the removal of the guest from the property, without recompense or refund. To help our cleaning team please leave $20 fee before departure to cover the deep clean costs.

13. Service Animals

Certified service animals are always welcome. It is not required, but it is helpful if Me’Lieu Vacation Homes is notified of service animals in advance of check-in.
14. General Safety

Me’Lieu Vacation Homes cannot accept any responsibility for the guests’ personal safety during their vacation. Guests are reminded to exercise care as to the personal safety of themselves and their companions.
Games, toys, baby furniture/equipment are used at the guest’s own risk. Young children must be supervised at all times.
It is the guest’s responsibility to supervise children at all times. Children under a certain age should not be allowed to be outside alone, where they could potentially injure themselves. Children should not be allowed to use items intended for adults, such as grills, bikes, water hose or other items where they could potentially cause damage.
If the owner has provided a complimentary barbecue grill free of charge, or a barbecue grill has been hired via any party, be aware that it is being used at the guest’s own risk. Guests will be held responsible for any damage caused by use or misuse of the grill. Only use the grill in open, outdoor areas. The grill must not be used in any enclosed areas. Me’Lieu Vacation Homes and/or the Owner do not accept liability for equipment failure. It is the guest’s responsibility to clean and maintain the grill and replenish propane as required.
If the guest ever feels they may be in a life-threatening situation for any reason, the guest is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately before calling Me’Lieu Property Management.

15. Allergens

Because it is nearly impossible for persons who have an allergy to peanut dust to avoid triggering a reaction if peanut dust is in the air, Me’Lieu Property Management is unable to guarantee a peanut-free or allergen-free property. Me’Lieu Property Management cannot prevent previous guests from bringing peanuts or products containing peanuts into Me’Lieu Property management properties. In addition, Me’Lieu Proeprty Mangement cannot give assurances that remnants of peanuts and/or peanut dust/oil will not remain anywhere in the property.
Me’Lieu Property Management cannot guarantee that a property will be free of other allergens such as perfumes, lotions, cleaning solutions, etc.
Guests may not bring into the property pesticides, bleach, sanitizers or air fragrances unless Property manager is notified and accepts terms and condition.
16. Wildlife and Insects

Florida wildlife may pose a danger. Approach all outdoor areas with caution.
Never feed or approach wildlife. All pictures must be taken from a safe distance. Common Central Florida wildlife includes, but is not limited to, alligators, snakes, raccoons, foxes, and sandhill cranes. It is very dangerous to allow these animals, and many others, to become accustomed to receiving food from humans, as it may result in future attacks.
Feeding of Alligators in Florida is illegal. Statute 372.667 makes it a misdemeanor to feed Alligators.
It is illegal to feed Racoons, Foxes, and Sandhill Cranes – Florida Statute 68A-4.001 lists feeding these animals a misdemeanor.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement preventative efforts cannot guarantee there will not be an encounter with wildlife, bugs, insects, or pests of all types. Guests agree Me’Lieu Property Management cannot be held accountable for encountering any of the above, whether outside or inside, their rental home.
Every property is inspected to check there are no pests present. If pests are ever suspected, the guest must immediately contact Me’Lieu Vacation Homes, who will contact a third-party pest control company for further inspection and treatment if deemed necessary. All of our properties are routinely treated for pests, but Me’Lieu is not responsible for bug bites or infestation. Please inform Me’Lieu Property Management of the situation for accommodations.

17. Personal Items Left Behind

In the event a guest may have left a personal item behind in the rental property. Me’Lieu Vacation Homes will do its best to locate it; however, the owner and the management company are not responsible for any losses. If the item is found, the guest will be advised and given the contact details of a local company that specializes in vc-collecting and mailing package deliveries. The guest will be responsible for arranging vc-collection, shipment, delivery, and any other cost incurred. Any unclaimed items may be donated to charity or disposed of after 30 days.
18. Basis of Rental

Each rental property comes complete basic necessities: including a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, cookware (if full kitchen) , dishes, glasses, and utensils. Each Property also includes hair dryer, iron, sheets, and hangers. In addition to this, properties come with linens and towels.
While Me’Lieu Property Mangement try to provide each guest with everything they will need, there are some items that are not provided in the rental properties. Vacation rental properties are self-catering accommodations. Me’Lieu Vacation Homes provides complimentary starter shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soaps, toilet paper, and trash bags.
Me’Lieu Property Management is an independent property management company that manages privately owned individual rental properties located in St. Augustine and Jacksonville Beach. Me’Lieu Property Mangement cannot and therefore does not guarantee access to any resort amenities such as, but not limited to, swimming pools, golf courses, fitness rooms, tennis courts, and restaurants. The guest acknowledges that Me’Lieu Property Management is not liable if access to any such resort amenities
Failure to comply with any of the terms herein will, at the sole discretion of Me’Lieu Vacation Homes, result in the removal of the Guest from the Property, without recompense or refund.
19. Optional Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is offered through several third-party providers. The cost and coverage of the travel insurance are respective to the third party company.
NOT NECESSARY
20. Hurricane Policy
In the case of a hurricane watch/warning, Me’Lieu Property Management may need to make preparations to the homes, whether occupied or unoccupied, for the safety of guests and the homes. This includes, but is not limited to, moving outdoor furniture and décor indoors. Me’Lieu Property Mangement will make every effort to ensure prior communication and ensure the least amount of inconvenience to the guest.
21. Legal Terms & Limitation of Liability

Entirety. This is the entire agreement, superseding all related previous negotiations, agreements, and UCC implied terms. Headings. Headings are solely for convenience, are not constitute part of the agreement, and do not affect its interpretation. Interpretation. This agreement shall not be construed in favor of the non-drafting party. Modification. Only Me’Lieu Property Management has authority to modify this Agreement, which must be in writing. Assignment. Any attempted assignment, delegation, or sublease of this Agreement is invalid. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable under governing law, it shall, to the extent possible, be construed or applied in such a manner as will permit enforcement; otherwise this Agreement shall be construed as if that provision had never existed. Warranties. No warranties exist unless expressly stated herein. Discretion. Mgt. Co. has sole discretion concerning the determination of breach or remedy, subject to good faith and adherence to usual and customary practices in the vacation home market. Reliance. Guest acknowledges that he/she/it has not relied upon any current or prior representations or understandings and waives any related rights or claims. Performance. Mgt. Co. is excused from performance when made impracticable by the occurrence of a contingency, the non-occurrence of which was a basic assumption on which the contract was made. Waiver. No breach of this Agreement will be waived without the express written consent of the Party not in breach. Remedies. The exclusive remedy for breach of this contract is limited to actual financial losses, and, as governed in this agreement, reasonable attorneys’ fees & costs, which is agreed to be an adequate remedy. Regardless of the failure of the exclusive remedy, Mgt. Co. will not be liable for consequential damages. Liquidated Damages. The parties agree liquidated damages in this agreement constitute non-punitive and difficult to forecast damages. Chargebacks. Guest waives any right to dispute a credit or debit charge, request or demand a chargeback, or dispute that a detailed item description was provided, contact information was clearly and prominently displayed, and grievance policy instructions were provided. Hold Harmless & Defend.Guest agrees to hold harmless and defend Mgt. Co. and its agents against any third-party complaints. Indemnity. Guest agrees to indemnify Mgt. Co. for the reasonable cost to defend and any payments made to settle any third-party claims including those made by members of the Guest’s party and invitees & licensees of Guest on the Property. Third Party Beneficiaries. No party has third-party beneficiary rights under this agreement as any benefits received are merely incidental. Conflict of Terms. In the event of any material conflict between the terms of this Agreement and any other agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall control.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement and/or the owner do not accept liability for equipment failure and/or services in the rental property. In the event of failure of equipment, the guest must notify Me’Lieu Vacation Homes within one working day, such that Me’Lieu Vacation Homes may elect to rectify the failure.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement and/or the owner do not accept liability for lost or stolen personal property of the guest from the rental property during the rental period. In the event that property of the guest is lost or stolen, the guest should advise the appropriate authority first, and then contact Me’Lieu Vacation Homes to report the lost or stolen items.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement and/or the owner accept no liability for personal loss or injury to the guest during the rental period.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement and/or the owner accept no liability for restricted access or no access to any resort amenities during the rental period.
All guests understand and agree that neither the property owner or property manager cannot accept responsibility whatsoever in case of accident or illness whilst on the property.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement do not accept liability for acts of violence, nature, fire, flood, war, civil disobedience, riot, or other force majeure that may have a deleterious effect on the Guest.
Me’Lieu Property Mangement cannot accept any liability for the failure of public supplies such as water, electricity, or gas supplies. Nor for the consequences of the actions or omissions of persons who may supply or control main services or any action taken in the vicinity of the property reserved, by any authority or persons over which Me’Lieu Property Mangement has no control. Me’Lieu Property Mangement cannot accept any liability for the air conditioning system, telephone, internet or any household appliance breaking down. Urgent steps will be taken for a local engineer to rectify any problem.
Me’Lieu Property Mangementaccepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage or alteration in the terms of a reservation caused by events beyond Me’Lieu Property Management control, including, but not restricted to war, terrorist activity, civil commotion, flight delays or cancellations airport closure, adverse weather conditions, fire, flood or industrial dispute. There will be no credit given for shortened stays due to late arrival or early departure for any reason and no credit given for cancellation due to weather conditions.
22. Cancellation Policy

Short term cancellations must be Canceled, Notified and are subject to the following penalty percentages of the total rental fee:
Guests can cancel until 5 days before check-in for a full refund.Cancelation at any time is an automatic 20% service fee excluding booking fee and taxes. Cleaning fee will be refunded
If canceled after, each night occupied must be paid, plus 1 additional night, plus 50% for all unspent nights
Long term cancellations must be Canceled, Notified and are subject to the following penalty percentages of the total rental fee:
To receive a full refund, guests must cancel within 48 hours of booking, and the cancellation must occur at least 28 days before check-in. Cleaning fee will be refunded.
If a guest cancels after that, 100% for all nights spent and 100% for all remaining nights
Cancelation at any time is an automatic 20% service fee excluding booking fee and taxes

The guest is reserving a specific property for specific dates. The dates and the property cannot be changed, doing so would effectively be canceling the original reservation, and so the cancellation policy would apply.
If the length of stay is allowed to be reduced from the original dates at Me’Lieu Property Management discretion, the cancellation policy will apply to the nights that have been canceled. The minimum night stay requirement at the time of booking must be met at all times. Cancellations of the arrangement due to non-payment of the balance by the due date will result in a loss of all monies. All cancellations must be confirmed in writing.
Me’Lieu Property Management reserves the right to cancel any reservation made as a result of an error, omission or other unforeseen circumstances. This includes verbal, written or website errors which may affect the price, availability or type of property rented.
Me’Lieu Property Management advertises rental properties under its own management as well as other local management. This agreement is in effect for any rental property booked through Me’Lieu Property management.
If the rental property must be changed due to any circumstances, this agreement will apply to the new rental property.

Enter through private gate next main house and walk through a shared garden to get to the glass doors (the carriage house).
Please park in front of the private blue gate. Other vehicles can park after the stop sign on Locust without yellow curbs.
Walking is best, but you can rent bikes, scooters, three wheelers or grab any of the tourist trollies...
all just a few blocks away. Or call a pedi-cab and they will pick you up at the front of the property!
Parking Down Town 2.50 per hour, free after 5 pm and Sunday

We are available to answer questions between 8 am until 11 pm EDT, please email/app messaging or text us your questions--thanks!