Wildlight - Hotel Site

WILDLIGHT:

• Key operations in and surrounding Wildlight include Rayonier HQ, Florida Public Utilities HQ, UF Health, Baptist Health, HCA Healthcare, YMCA and Publix.
• Currently there are ±2,649 homes near the hotel site that are in the development phase.
• Retail parcels surround the site featuring tenants such as Publix, Wawa, Anejo Cantina Mexicana, Bohemian Bull, Cold Stone, Wawa, Firehouse Subs and Royal Amelia Dance Academy.
• Nassau County's population is projected to increase by 36.5% between 2019 and 2030, by far exceeding growth in Florida overall.

STRATEGIC LOCATION:

• Situated a mere 20-minute drive north of Downtown Jacksonville. This prime positioning offers convenient access to the area's major employers, including corporate giants like CSX and Wells Fargo, financial powerhouse Fidelity and the expansive Baptist Medical Complex. The site's proximity to these key business hubs ensures a swift and effortless commute for professionals and visitors alike.
• Just 20 minutes east of the site lies the region's premier tourist attraction, Amelia Island. This captivating destination boasts magnificent beaches, world-class spas and exceptional golf courses. Its historic downtown area is a treasure trove of distinctive restaurants, charming boutiques, lively bars and engaging museums - offering visitors a diverse and enriching experience.
• The industrial landscape just south of the site is dominated by major employment centers like Jacksonville International Tradeport, Imeson Industrial Park and Park 295, collectively spanning over 10 million square feet and employing thousands. These hubs host industry leaders such as Amazon, Lowe's and Anheuser-Busch.
• Additionally, Jacksonville International Airport and JAXPORT significantly bolster the local economy. The airport, serving over 7 million passengers annually and undergoing a $300 million expansion and JAXPORT, Florida's largest container port handling 1.3 million containers yearly, collectively contribute billions to the region's economic output and supports over 160,000 jobs.