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IS NOTHING IN THE WORLD SO GOOD AS GOOD NEIGHBORS” – LAURA WILDER
DEAR NEIGHBOR,
DEAR NEIGHBOR,
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Welcome to the February issue of the link! We hope your New Year is fantastic, and everyone around you are doing well. Here we are in the season of love and romance, and our wish is that this issue gives you extra warmth and love for your friends, your family and yourself.
In Rivertown, we have an unbelievably wide variety of local businesses and neighborhood friends to celebrate February’s season of love and to inspire us to treat those around us with warmth and affection. Inside, you’ll find a guide to lovely activities for you and your family, great seasonal recipes, and plenty of inspiration to make the most of February with friends and family.
From our family to yours, we wish you joy, happiness, and all the warmth and positivity our community has to offer.
The Olsens - Arbors
FOR ANYONE seeking the perfect combination of coastal elegance and quality construction, this home offers both in a setting that is easy to unwind in. An expansive paver driveway and three car garage offers ample parking as you arrive home. You’ll be drawn to the spacious yet formal interior spaces with an easy flow. The formal dining room with wainscoting accents offers ample room for gatherings. The living area is the central hub of the home and anchors the floor plan with easy access to the kitchen, owner’s bedroom, and stunning rear yard. This kitchen has it all as well. A center island with granite countertops and under mount stainless steel sink provides ample room. An oversized breakfast nook brings in those calming preserve views. The den/office follows the side hallway back to 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and multiple linen and storage closets. The rear of the home features the primary bedroom with tray ceilings, large windows looking to the lush rear yard and 2 walk-in custom closets. Attached is a gorgeous main bathroom with double vanity, soaking tub, and walk in shower. The rear yard will be your oasis to re-connect with the outdoors. Part of the lot was also left partially wooded beyond the back fence for the ultimate in privacy and peacefulness.
These amazing destinations are made available thanks to your local neighbors!
TEXT 904.290.2958 for booking information, exclusive discounts or to feature your property!
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HOME SERVICES
This February, enjoy your choice of sparkling wine without breaking the bank with these local choices.
$29
A very lively wine. Charles de Casanove Champagne offers an array of flavor, including toasted brioche, Gala apple, lemon zest, graphite and ginger, with a touch of honey. The fine bubbles form a large string against a golden background. It is elegant, but with good intensity and a moderate, nuttyflavored finish.
$19
Made in Spain with hand-harvested grapes, Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut is a crisp, clean and well-balanced ‘cava’ sparkling wine.
The fresh palate of apple, ripe pear and bright citrus flavors combine with a long finish and an exciting touch of ginger. This is a lovelyt cava for Valentine’s Day!
$20
This Champagne is quite a pleasant surprise. Made by famous winemaker Manuel Janisson, this true champagne is a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Nice citrus aromas, flavors of lemon, green apple, and apricot; toasty and acidic with nice effervescence – just want you want in a Champagne.
$15
Even though it is February, you don’t really need a love celebration to enjoy this sparkly Spanish Rose goodness with notes of candied strawberries, ripe raspberries, and fragrant pink roses.
It is delicious. If you love bubbles, this will be a welcome addition to the table alongside your favorite Prosecco!
Now that you have an idea of what to buy, why not experiment with one of the easiest cocktails out there - The Bellini.
Simple to make and easy to sip, The Bellini will bring any February celebration together.
INGREDIENTS
Peach Nectar
Prosecco – Don’t have any handy? Feel free to use another sparkling white wine, like champagne, in a pinch.
Garnish your glass with peach slices and sprig of fresh mint!
Get away. locally.
Sample downtown St. Augustine’s Bed and Breakfasts this February
Downtown St. Augustine has a magical feel. And with restaurants and galleries galore, this February is the perfect time to experience it. As the Nights of Lights fade until next year, the crowds do too.
But where to stay? If you’re thinking of a B&B nestled in the heart of the town, you’ll have the time of your life. You’ll be only a short walk from the heart of the action.
We’ve compiled a short list of our favorites. Enjoy the romance and beauty of St. Augustine this February!
Casa de Sueños Bed & Breakfast (904)824-0887
20 Cordova St. casadesuenos.com
Casa de Solana Bed & Breakfast (904)824-3555
21 Aviles St. casadesolana.com
Old Powder House Inn (904)824-4149
38 Cordova St. oldpowderhouse.com
Agustin Inn (800)248-7846
29 Cuna St. agustininn.com
Cedar House Inn (904)829-0079
79 Cedar St. cedarhouseinn.com
St. Francis Inn (904)824-6068
279 Saint George St. stfrancisinn.com
St. George Inn (888)827-5740
4 St. George St. stgeorge-inn.com
Casablanca Inn on the Bay (904)638-7104
24 Avenida Menendez casablancainn.com
Carriage Way Inn Bed & Breakfast (904)829-2467
70 Cuna St. carriageway.com
Kenwood Inn (904)824-2116
38 Marine St. thekenwoodinn.com
Bayfront Westcott House (904)825-4602
146 Avenida Menendez wescotthouse.com
Bella Bay (904)829-6070
10 Marine Street bellabayinn.com
Casa De Hernandez (904)290-4087
2 Mulvey St. casadehernandez.com
Victorian House Bed & Breakfast (904)824-5214
11 Cadiz St. victorianhousebnb.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Its always the right time to relax.
It’s the 3rd Tuesday of the month. My wife and I wake up, get the kids rolling and start a pot of coffee. Just as I wrap up breakfast, a knock comes at the door. Christie is here and it is time to relax!
Time to pour out the pot of coffee or pop it in the fridge, Christie showed up with hot coffees for us and treats for the puppies. She maneuvers her table and accessories into our guest room, gets some 90s pop radio (my choice) playing, and we get started with our massage.
We have been members at massage locations around the area and have always wound up cancelling. Why? It’s hard to say for sure. Perhaps just not feeling relaxed in a dark room at a business situated next to a grocery store. Maybe it’s the inconvenience of the 40 minute round trip drive. Certainly some angst for the time away from working associated with that travel and the massage, itself.
Nothing has provided the same level of rest and relaxation as Christie with Nothing Knotty Massage.
If you are interested in an at-home massage, scan below and get scheduled for the relaxation that you deserve.
Beautynext door
When February rolls around, you can feel love in the air. Whether its a couple kids exchanging candy hearts or adults wanting something more special, there is an undeniable flavor to the month.
Pampering yourself and even your loved one is a surefire way to celebrate the month of love. We like the proximity of Salons and Spas to Rivertown - it makes it super easy to take a break and sit for a wonderful session of treatment.
Pick a Salon or Spa and make a visit. We think you’ll be glad you did.
We might even see you there, neighbor.
Grand Nails Lounge
255 Rivertown Shops Dr St Johns, FL 32259 (904) 863-3580
Omaze Nails Spa
160 Shops Blvd, Ste 40 St Johns, FL 32259 (904) 230-1616
Avalon Nails and Spa - St. Johns
206 Ashourian Ave, Suite 102-103 St. Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 679-4144
Bartram Spa and Salon
108 Bartram Oaks Walk, #201 Jacksonville, FL 32259 (904) 899-1234
Elegant Nails and Spa
465 State Rd 13 N Ste. 9 St Johns, FL 32259 (904) 481-8516
Murabella Nail and Spa
105 Murabella Pkwy Ste 3 St. Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 342-2922
T Nails and Spa
2550 Race Track Rd B St Johns, FL 32259 (904) 547-2836
FAMILY SERVICES
INTRODUCING THE REIS FAMILY
We were born in Brazil but lived in Massachusetts for over 20 years.
We moved in May of 2024 and have been loving it ever since.
We’d love to visit Greece, with their gorgeous beaches and stunning architecture.
We love Rivertown because the sense of community is not just a theory, it’s reality...neighbors who actually care for each other and serve in any way they can.
Sergio’s on San Jose a delicious Brazilian Restaurant that recently opened with amazing food and great customer service and Mie Amici Pizzaria in St. Johns, amazing food and such kind staff.
