Nestled in southern Jacksonville, just north of St. Johns County, Mandarin is a quaint, close-knit community with a rich history and abundant natural beauty. Mandarin is approximately 20-30 minutes from downtown, the beaches, and St. Augustine, making it easy to explore surrounding areas. Mandarin’s family-oriented, established neighborhoods are peaceful and private, yet convenient to major highways, fine restaurants, quality shopping, and excellent schools.
Many of Mandarin’s winding roads are lined with canopies of ancient oaks draped with Spanish moss. The area features beautiful river views and a plethora of parks and playing fields. Mandarin offers an array of recreational options. Locals enjoy boating, canoeing, and kayaking, launching from popular sites such as Mandarin Park and County Dock. Walter Jones Historical Park offers a glimpse of life in the late 1890s with a restored farmhouse, barn, and sawmill available for touring. The Mandarin Store and Post Office, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, displays genuine period furnishings. The Mandarin Museum & Historical Society’s “Winter Celebration in Mandarin” is an annual favorite, with old-fashioned treats including hayrides, games and crafts, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Mandarin offers a variety of organic and natural food choices with local farmers’ markets and grocers such as Whole Foods Market and The Fresh Market. Clark’s Fish Camp caters to the adventurous, offering exotic menu choices including gator, kangaroo, and ostrich. With a little something for everyone and a variety of lease options, Mandarin is a pleasant place to call home.
