serenata beach club

RILKEAN

First or all, this is a private club which means you have to pay annual dues to visit or eat dinner here (should be clear by the big sign by the door). With that out of the way, I can say we have been very happy since becoming members about 8 months ago. We looked at PVI&C and Lodge. We decided the people at Serenata were more our speed. Nobody here is trying to show off or be noticed (well, maybe a few), most are here to enjoy the beach and have a place for Bday parties, Mahjong, workout or swim in the pools and definitely a place to to chill with friends and family.Serenata has an ample adult pool (unlike another club in PVB) and an even more enjoyable and huge pool for families. The employees are very helpful and kind. The chef in the restaurant has come out to check on the food prep many times and can be seen chatting with customers very often.If you are looking for a casual club that can turn on the glitz for weddings with a great beach area and pools with snootiness checked at the door then this place is worth a look.

JoeH174

Inside and outside bars and dining areas. The food and service are excellent. They have two big pools and one is heated. They've got a great wading area for kids and a wonderful kids program during the summer. The Serenata Beach Club is a private club, but we were able to get a one week membership because we rented a vacation beach house from one of its annual members. The cost was only $230, which covered up to 10 people. The club's concierge gave us a list of vacation rentals that have club privileges. Getting the week's membership turned out to be a great idea, because we could use the club's facilities before the check-in time at our rental and after the check-out time. It worked out well for 4 of our family because their flights didn't leave until the evening.

906bernaw

This was nice. A private beach. great views. not crowded. warm ocean water. good drinks. so much fun on the day we went

18danieller

This place is the best!! High class, very clean, high-end great for kids or singles! Lots of amenities, beautiful beach!

Lynne_judy

Great pools heated and sparkling clean. Wonderful dining and snack bar. Awesome drinks and fun activities for all. It is truly like a resort in the islands.

pmurray1969

Clean. Food/drinks good. Enjoyed outdoor seating and ability to look at ocean and beach. Wait staff friendly but not engaging.

523Perry

Staff is friendly and attentive, but limited menu selection for lunch and dinner if you want more eclectic or ethnic dishes. If you don't care and into all you can eat buffets which emphasize Quantity over Quality then this is the place for you. Views are nice from adult area section and beach which is the only reason I go during off hours during the week. On weekends, the place is crowded with members and their families and guests. I have been going there since 2008, but with new management in 2011 the Club has gone down hill. I've over heard other members say the same. Not my kind of place anymore if one is looking for peace and tranquility with the admission of obnoxious old southern folk and out of state transplants who have attitudes that need to be checked from whatever rock they crawled out from under. I'll find a nice secluded area in one of the public sections of Ponte Vedra or Villano since tripadvisor won't let me disclose the real reason why I will not set foot in this establishment. FYI TripAdvisor: the LGBT community and Human Rights committees would want to know. That's ok you want to keep it a secret.

CactusBadger

We tried the the buffet one evening with friends who are members and found the food to be very good and plentiful. It's a cut above the usual buffets in the area. They ususally only serve one entre during their evening buffets. Especially nice is the chance during warm weather to bring your dinner outside to their beach front dining table. Tremendous views and sounds of the sea. We enjoyed the evening greatly.

TOMINPVB

Fun in sun be it in the surf or sitting in a lounge chair under umbrella provided by club.All you need is a good attitude!The staff is efficient and friendly.The pools are spotless as are all public areas.The food is excellent in taste and value.Can be crowded on holidays,but do not miss the fun every hour something is going on.make a card board boat race across pool. Or many other zanny events. Adults can play or look on as they have own band playing at adult pool.the beach has treasure hunts.egg races.water balloon toss.Go out on surf board,skim board,ocean kayack,try your luck at paddle board.Or just enjoy the sun and surf.towels,food water every thing is there waiting to be used.the only thing missing is you.

moero

Private club, except for functions. Beautiful views, great pools, good food. Lovely private club. Can go to private functions there however and they are usually very well done.

Soki816

This Beach Club is amazing. I was married here in 2011 and it was perfect in every way. The food and pools are great and are separated so kids can scream and adults can relax. The beach is quiet and gorgeous. The only negative is that it's a members only club so call ahead.

sanford1

A total pleasure for all members of the family , from young old. Children's activities, day camp, adult fun in the sun. Service from very good to excellent. Caring and thoughtful staff. Very good casual food. Al fresco dining on the ocean.What more could you ask for?

FrancescaG718

We were guests at the World Golf Village Renaissance in St.Augustine and they used to have an arrangement where guests could visit the club for the day. My husband and I had a fabulous time. The amenities were great as well as the drinks and food.

silverwings928

You have to be a member to play or dine here, so you can't avail yourself of this special place without joining! There is a new chef so the menu is evolving but showing great improvement, the wine list is very nice, and the many events held here are a lot of fun. We have been members for about 6 years now and only wish we lived closer so we could use it all the time rather than a few times a month! If you can't live at the beach but want to, Serenata is the next best thing!

JPMSavannah

Pros:- Nice Meditteranean style- Efficient and friendly staff- 1 Heated pool, open year round, 1 non heated- Beach chairs and umbrellas are providedCons:- a little far from Jacksonville- narrow beach- pools are shallow