"OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT
Sebastian, Mercer County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
"OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT WE TAKE OUR RESPONSIBILITY VERY SERIOUSLY TO PROVIDE A SANITARY, SAFE HOME FOR YOU. If you’re looking for a standardized, franchised, typical vacation setting, this is not for you. If you are looking for a cookie-cutter home, with a chemically treated treeless yard, this is not for you. But if you’d like to rediscover the best of Old-Florida l...
"OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT WE TAKE OUR RESPONSIBILITY VERY SERIOUSLY TO PROVIDE A SANITARY, SAFE HOME FOR YOU. If you’re looking for a standardized, franchised, typical vacation setting, this is not for you. If you are looking for a cookie-cutter home, with a chemically treated treeless yard, this is not for you. But if you’d like to rediscover the best of Old-Florida living, our cottage showcasing lush, mature landscaping and overlooking the beautiful St. Sebastian River, with lush, mature landscaping is just the kind of place you’re looking for!Remember when Florida was known as a semitropical paradise, a place to relish indoor-outdoor living, where your comfortable, casual vacation bungalow was designed to catch the breezes? Remember when palm trees swaying in the breeze at the water's edge were more of an attraction than mini-golf and T-shirt huts? Remember when beaches were peaceful and secluded, and you didn’t have to spend time searching for a private spot to lay down your beach towels? Thankfully, those places aren't gone entirely!Just a mile upstream from the Indian River lagoon and a short drive from the unspoiled beaches of the barrier islands, follow the sandy lanes along the banks of the Saint Sebastian River to this cheerful cottage in the heart of Sebastian’s historic Roseland community. This is one of those little Florida enclaves that haven’t changed very much over the decades-- because the residents have fought to maintain the character of the place that drew them there in the first place.Our non-smoking home features two comfortable bedrooms with crisp, all-cotton sheets. Stylishly casual and colorful midcentury furnishings lend a peaceful air to this quiet getaway. Italian glass terrazzo floors reflect the Florida sunshine passing through classically styled awning windows. Catch a relaxing view of the river from the living room and glassed-in Florida room.The charming nostalgic kitchen boasts the original custom-built Dade County pine cabinets and vintage Formica countertops, still in fine condition. We’ve also updated this fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances for the best of old and new. The cupboards store an eclectic array of retro tableware, lots of cookware, blender, Keurig and an automatic drip coffeemaker, and a large assortment of kitchen utensils. In fact, many of our guests have remarked on how well equipped the entire cottage is, to the extent that they say that all they need to bring on their next visit is a toothbrush and a few changes of clothes!The original 1948 yellow and pink(!) bathroom is well stocked with natural-fiber towels, hair dryer, and first-aid kit. For your convenience, we provide shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.A separate utility room includes a washer and dryer, and there is even an enclosed rear porch where you can drop your things on returning from the beach.Or skip the beach and step out onto the pool deck in the fenced backyard! The recently installed pool featuring a swanky tanning shelf remains comfortable year 'round with solar heating in the winter. We provide thirsty beach towels, pool floats, and noodles. Soak up Florida's famous rays in the lounge chairs or at the outdoor dining table. The backyard is no barren plot of grass, but is lushly landscaped with mature plantings...your own little private tropical garden! Weber gas grill provided.When you're ready to move to the front patio, enjoy with an unobstructed view of the pristine and wildlife-friendly Sebastian River. Have your breakfast at the patio table while watching the seagulls and pelicans fish for theirs. There is a smaller covered patio outside the Florida room/sleeping porch, so you can decide just how “outdoorsy” you want to be.Directly across the sandy drive is the Roseland Community Park. Here you can stroll along the banks of the St. Sebastian, or take advantage of the public dock to fish, read, or just catch the sunset. Sit quietly for a while, and you’re likely to spot dolphins and manatees as they play and forage. There’s no question that you’ll soon be visited by some of Sebastian’s famous pelicans.With the Sebastian River right across the way, and with the Indian River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Atlantic Ocean only minutes away, you'll never run out of things to do here.The beaches on the barrier island, across the Indian River lagoon, are practically deserted. Take a ride on the "Sebastian River Queen Jungle tour," a pontoon boat tour of the Sebastian River that passes in front of your vacation cottage, on a photo safari quest for dolphins, herons, and alligators. Like surfing? The Sebastian Inlet is one of the top spots on Florida's coast to surf. Feeling really daring? Skydive Sebastian, billing itself as "Florida's most scenic drop zone," is only a mile away.If you should tire of the peace and quiet, the attractions of Orlando are just an hour and a half away. Or tour the facilities of NASA's Cape Canaveral, an hour to the north. If you’re lucky enough to be here at the time of a space launch, watch the northeastern skies at launch time for a special treat. Need more room than this cottage offers? Only a few doors away is our Historic Riverfront Cabana guesthouse with pool and boat dock. We have owned and have personally managed this cottage with constant hands-on attention to detail for almost 20 years and pride ourselves in providing a memorable vacation experience. Our own home is only a few doors away, so while we completely respect your privacy and right to quiet enjoyment while you're here, we're always just a quick phone call away if you have questions, concerns or issues.If you’re looking for luxury accommodations, prepackaged predictability, or a gated manicured resort that could be anywhere in the world… keep looking. But if you’re like us and love the Florida that has enchanted out-of-town visitors for decades, spend a little time here. You’ll be glad you did.*Please note that we recommend traveler's insurance in case you have to cancel or postpone your trip for any reason.Keywords: Breezy Florida Bungalow
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
Entertainment
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fenced pool
- Fenced yard
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- River
- Near the ocean
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Snorkelling
- Scuba diving
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Surfing
- Parasailing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Health/beauty spa
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
- Water view
Languages spoken
- French
- Spanish
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool spa
- Fenced private pool
- Outdoor pool
- Heated pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Fenced yard
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 3 pets total
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: No smoking INSIDE home. Smoking outside is fine.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the sea
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- On a river
Things to do
- Heated pool
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Water park
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 18
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
- Smoking allowed: Maximum 4 vehicles at property. Maximum sleeping occupancy is 6 people. No loud noise. No music poolside. Smoking is allowed OUTSIDE of house only.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sebastian
Located in Sebastian, this holiday home is on a river. St Sebastian River Preserve State Park and Environmental Learning Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include LaPorte Farms and Kiteboard Sebastian. Riverview Park and North County Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum 5 min drive
- Bimini Beach 5 min drive
- North County Aquatic Center 10 min drive
- Sebastian Inlet State Park 30 min drive
- Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach 31 min drive
Getting around
- Vero Beach, FL (VRB-Vero Beach Municipal) 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Capt Hiram's Resort 5 min drive
- Ay Jalisco 4 min drive
- McDonald's 19 min walk
- Squid Lips 5 min drive
- Jd's Coney Island 2 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Does "OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is "OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at "OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of LaPorte Farms and St Sebastian River Preserve State Park. Kiteboard Sebastian and Bimini Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).