Kennedy Space Center launches are spectacular!!!
Location: Sandcastles, Cocoa Beach, Florida Central East, Florida, USA (45 minutes due east to the beach from Orlando Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Keywords: Condominium
LARGER, LUXURY, DIRECT, OCEANFRONT, SIXTH FLOOR, CORNER UNIT WITH WRAPAROUND BALCONY!
Our condominium at SANDCASTLES will leave you BREATHLESS...
Awesome panoramic views of the ocean and perhaps one of the best views of what is considered the most beautiful beach on the east coast. Watch playful dolphins jumping, cruise ships passing on their way out to sea, and surfers riding the crest of rolling, magnificent waves you can hear, as well as see, from your PARADISE FOUND!
This totally renovated (2005/06), luxury condominium/ but tropical florida style + has a spacious ocean view balcony that wraps around to your own private entry to the large, luxurious, master suite.
It is just what you expect your Florida island escape to be, with over 1800 square feet in an open-flow floor plan, pastel colors, palms, tropical plants, and a laid-back island decor that will bring out the pampered beach comber in you.
Amenities, to enhance your experience, include a surround sound, large TV with VCR/DVD, a fully-furnished kitchen with everything from seafood forks, butter warmers, a shrimp cleaner to a lobster pot. A mirrored wall provides an ocean view from all seats of your beautiful large dining room table. Granite counter tops are found throughout, including an ocean view snack bar.
The condominium complex provides a private, secure beach access with convenient rinsing area to leave the salt water and sand behind as you enter the large heated swimming pool or hot tub. Sauna, shower, & your free membership in the fitness club north about a block are all included.There is also a lgr. recreation room with kitchen facilities just next to the rest rms.& office.The rec. rm., kitch. & out door gas grill can be reserved for a large gathering. Also included is a tennis court and plenty of parking.
All this, PLUS, just 45 minutes from Disney and theme parks; 30 minutes to Kennedy Space Center; and 15 minutes to the busiest cruise terminal in Florida. The eco life of the Banana River offers various water/nature activities, boat tours, and dining under the stars. The pier, a healthy two-and-one-half mile walk north on the beach, is the home of the East Coast Surfing Championships and besides attracting daily surfers, provides four unique restaurants, shops, and bars. Adjacent to Sandcastles is a major Comedy Club with an excellent restaurant.
MASTER BEDROOM SUITE - Private access to balcony, as well as large ocean-view window, king-size bed, remote fan, chest of drawers, mirrored dresser, TV, easy chair, large walk-in closet, vanity sink dressing area separate from bathroom. Wi-FI Internet access from here throughout condominium, including balcony!
SECOND BEDROOM - Large ocean-view window, queen-size bed, ceilling fan, mirrored dresser, end table, TV, and large closet.
THIRD BEDROOM - A nautical motif with two twin beds,celing fan, end tables, and large mirrored closet. The nautical motif is continued in the second full bath located between secondary bedrooms.
LARGE ENTRY HALL welcomes you with tropical birds and flower arrangements, bamboo trimmed door accented with a beach mural, and gives you plenty of room with a bench and closet to leave or store all your beach toys (provided).
Come to your island paradise! You deserve it! Watch the sunrise over the ocean, play on the beach, take a cruise, or visit the Orlando theme parks,or do it all! Just come here to relax when the moon-lit nights reflect off the Atlantic waters, as you savor the never to forget memories of these days in PARADISE!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : + celling fans in all bdrms
- Linens Provided : everything
- Elevator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : No
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Heated, Weather and maintance issues permitting
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone : local and u.s. calls fee
- Free Long Distance : yes
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21 yrs to sign contract
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Weekly/$1720-$2020/(depending on season,#in party ;if chidren,ages & gender.
Monthly/$6800--$7295/month(depending on season,#in party,if children,ages&gender,
1 week minimum.
+11% Florida Sales Tax.
Refundable Deposit of $500 with conditions.
100% Refund on Deposits if cancelled more than 60 days prior to arrival.
This condo is very popular, with high repeat bookings,so book early!
Standard Wkly checkin is Sat.3PM/Checkout Sat.10AM,rates can vary otherwise.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
It's Your Vacation! You Deserve the Best! Come to Paradise!
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Sandcastles
My parents migrated here after their retirement. We visited them and vacationed here as often as we could. We fell in love with what many locals call the "undiscovered affordable Florida" Having been Real Estate Brokers most of our lives we often went to open houses at beach properties. We felt this condo with its location in the center of Cocoa Beach, had great potential. We thought that some day the Cocoa Beach area, Cape Canaveral, the numerous cruise ships and proximity to Orlando attractions would make this a major vacation/tourist destination; As it has!
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
The place is a paradise!... It's the best of 2 worlds; you can either lay back, relax on the beach or partake in the many activities in the area around you: The Pier with its shops,bars and restaurants, surfers, fishing and volley ball games, or the Port with cruise boats and deep sea fishing, the eco life of the Banana River, Canaveral National Sea Shore, Cocoa village with its unique shops and great restaurants or any of the many Orlando attractions that are less that an hour away!
Owner's Map of Sandcastles
We are married 36 years, have 4 grown children & 9 grand children.We spend winter months in Cocoa Beach & summer months in Illinois often flying back & forth for business & to see family we have in both places. Travel to Alaska and Costa Rica and throughout the U.S. We own rental properties in several locations. As Real Esate Brokers over the last 30 years,we now SPECIALIZE in helping people AQUIRE VACATION rental/resort & income properties as owners/investors, besides our own rental offerings such as this dream sandcastle.
Property Photos
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- Kennedy Space Center launches are spectacular!!! - Sandcastles, Cocoa Beach, Florida Condominium
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- Oh, make my day!!!!!!............ For a week, or more!!!! ( front balcony) - Sandcastles, Cocoa Beach, Florida Condominium
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- It's always beautiful........ can you hear the waves? ( corner front Balcony) - Sandcastles, Cocoa Beach, Florida Condominium
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- the Beach awaits you! ( side balcony)
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- Enter your paradise found.....
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- Ocean-view snack bar. Stop for a drink and look & listen to the ocean!
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- Relax in any one of 5 recliners and take in the activities of the Atlantic.
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- Cook supper if you want, or there are plenty of carry-out seafood eateries???
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- Did you notice, there is ocean view balcony access everywhere you turn???
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- spacious & comfortable yet laid back and relaxed...... Florida style!
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- Wraparound balcony with your own private door to your Master Suite!
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- Mstr Suite.. Why watch TV in bed when you can watch & hear the waves!
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- AND.. the 2nd bedroom is a full ocean-view too!!! Oueen bed, Celing fan & TV
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- 3rd bdrm.. will make you feel like a 1st mate, or CAPTAIN on a ship!!!
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- Private secure gate to the ocean or....
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- How refreshing after a long day at the beach, sightseeing or whatever!!!
Traveler Reviews (21)
R & R is an understatement
Guest: Diznykid
(Jacksonville, Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/30/09
Review Submitted: 06/16/09
My family came in from Arizona, 3 adults with 2 teenagers. This place was the ultimate vacation spot for all of us. The guys played golf at nearby courses. And us girls hung out at the beach. A lot! The condo and its amenities are to numerous to count. But they were very impressionable. Especially the wrap around porch looking out at the ocean. Boy did we all get spoiled with that view. There are so many places to go within walking distance. Ron Jons is near and the kids loved that. Also, Orlando is a hop skip and jump away. We took a day trip to Sea World and it was great. There is nothing you can want in this place. It had everything. Even great neighbors. :O) I highly recommend this condo to any family or anyone who wants nothing more than to rest and really enjoy all this place has to offer. I know my mom, sister and I are talking about returning next year.
Owner response:Yes we think it is top notch too! We have aways said Cocoa Beach is the undiscovered best of Florida. With the beautiful beaches of the cape, the best waves on the east coast, the beach lilfe with Ron Jon's, Coconuts on the Beach, the pier, the port and cruise boats, the unique diverse eco-life of the Banana River, the proximity to the theme parks, Kennedy space center, and a middle class economy that lets you eat in some of the best resturants at a resonable price.... And our laid back Florida beach style condo makes it all paradise found! Your hosts, Mark & Pam, and Peli your concierge
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Fantastic Holiday!
Guest: Sue
(Santa Monica, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/24/11
Review Submitted: 01/31/12
Just wanted to say that my family and I had an amazing time at this place! We stayed a week over Xmas and New Years. The condo was well-appointed, kept in great condition. Looks exactly like the photos. Kitchen was great, and we made good use of it, really felt comfortable and at home. We all spent hours on the balcony soaking in the warm weather and sea breeze. The beach is a couple minutes away, very easy to get to. Also, it is a little further south of the pier, so not as crowded as the area nearer to the pier and hotels. The owners and housekeeper keep things well organized, and very clean for our arrival. The little touches, like a couple bottles of wine, and a basket of fruit also made us feel welcome. The area has some attractions, although I'll be honest, we didn't venture out much past the beach. Went to the Kennedy Space center one day, which wasn't too far at all. Also, went shopping in Orlando, less than an hour away. Everyone had a great time, my family kept complimenting on my choice of accommodations. I talked to the owners before I booked, and they were very helpful, answering my numerous questions, and being accommodating around our schedule. I would not hesitate to recommend this rental to anyone, and would definitely stay here again if I was in the area.
Owner response:We are always pleased when our guests are amazed and beyond happy with their stay. Our condo is on the 6th floor of a 7 story building. It is on the NE corner with a large balcony that wraps around to the masterbdrm. There are ocean views and sounds from everywhere.The beach is just out the door about 50' to the elevator then about 200 steps through the private beach gate to the waves. We have been in the luxury vacation condo rental business for almost a decade. We have always considered our guests comfort and great experiences one of the most gratifing aspects of our business.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beyond Awesome
Guest: angie s.
Date of Stay: 09/25/10
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
Never have we experienced a vacation rental that was so far above our expectations. The condo, the complex & the beach are true paradise! The condo itself is real Florida; Laid back relaxing, with the colors, decor,& fascinating nicknacks you dream of when you wish for a true Florida beach get-away. Yet is is comfortable/ luxury, clean & very well maintained with everything you need from a lobster pot to a shrimp peeler & much more! You would never leave this wonderful condo.......If..................... The beach didn't draw you to it as a play land of wonder with surfers, dolphins, cruises ships passing out to sea, shrimp boats, & sometimes just a peace you will remember forever.............. especially at sunrise. Then if a day at this beach of your dreams isn't enough..... The inviting pool, hot tub & sauna bring you to such a perfect ending to a spectacular day that we did again the next day! The big problem we had that was very difficult................................ was leaving..........................................................so we are booking 2 weeks in 2012! While we can't imagine not just hanging out, maybe, with 2 weeks, we will have time to go to the Port to watch the fishing boats come in..... the cruse boats go out to Sea & hear "when you wish upon a star" as the Disney boat passes out of the port...or a Banana river tour boat trip to experience one of the most diverse eco systems anywhere......Maybe the motivation of knowing we will come back to our Paradise at the end of the day will help us beyond just hanging out.....or maybe not!! Angie Steele
Owner response:It's also awesome the number of repeat guest we get; Or maybe not. When so many guest experience this kind of best ever vacation as beyond any expectations of Paradise, its no wonder they contact us to book again as soon as they can. Whether guest just hang-out, beach bum, lay back & enjoy the pool & hot tub or take in the plush golf courses, the Port, Banana river, air boat tours on the adjacent St. John's river or take advantage of the proximity (30-50 minutes) & ease of access to Kennedy Space center, Orlando's theme Parks, it is obvious our Sandcastle condo is the launch Pad & soft landing of these most experiences!
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Thanksgiving Week 2011
Guest: Glenn
(Colorado)
Date of Stay: 11/22/11
Review Submitted: 12/04/11
Lovely view of the ocean, comfortable, roomy, and attractive condo. Wrap-around balcony was wonderful! Well equiped for cooking a large dinner. Had lots of beach equipment for all ages. Very comfortable for 6 people. Owners were very helpful with any questions we had. We all had a great time, and would recommend this condo highly!
Owner response:What a wonderful way to spend thanksgiving! Glad it turned out so great for you.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Elizabeth Brenner on Sand Castle
Guest: Liz Y.
Date of Stay: 03/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/20/11
Truly a castle! Tastefully decorated, very comfortable, and relaxing with fantastic views! Plenty of room, clean, and inviting. Centrally located; lots to see and do, with a great beach. The listing description is accurate--even understated. Great for watching rocket launches, and if you are not so lucky as to be there for a launch, I can heartily recommend watching the pelicans and all the beach and sea activities.I wold recommend this to all my friends and relatives. Elizabeth Brenner
Owner response:This guest says it all ...it is a Castle in paradise. We live in another condo, down the beach 6 months a a year, in & out for a few days, off on on for business during the summer. When ever our Sandcastle is emty, which is not often, we stay a few days. That puts us in the shoes of our guest. From that experilence we most always find something we want to make better for you.. However, we also get to enjoy the wonderful views, the sound of the ocean, the waves, the dolplins, pelicans, sunrises over the ocean & the sunsets over the Banana river. It always rminds us what a great top of the line, vacation value our guest get.
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Great condo!
Guest: Herb & Nancy K.
Date of Stay: 02/01/11
Review Submitted: 11/17/11
This is a gorgeous, spacious condo - luxurious, yet "homelike" with every convenience you would expect plus more! Pictures don't do justice to the fabulous ocean views nor the tastefully, well-appointed interior. It is a quiet area, and still convenient to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Can't wait to go back!
Owner response: We advertise a Luxurious yet " laid back " FLorida style & decor along with magnificent views of the Ocean, beach & sounds of its waves just steps away.The Sun rising over the Ocean as well as Sunsets on the Banana River all are way beyond imagination or pictures. However, once you have actually experienced them they will become cherished memories until you come back to stay again. It is gratifing to know the most frequent comment we get is it went way beyond expectations!
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Pure Paradise!
Guest: Henry H.
(Springfield, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/20/11
Review Submitted: 11/15/11
What more can be said about this unit? Pure paradise describes it to a tee! The unit is everything as advertised and more. Perfect location, the layout of the condo is fantastic and the amenities are second to none! The unit is clean, clean, clean!!! The owners are fantastic as well...so easy to communicate and deal with! I would highly recommend this unite to everyone!!
Owner response:Yes we too think we are # 1 & we still try harder! We use a simple 1 page guest survey, 1- 10 scale, with a place to write comments, to monitor cleaning services, advertisement expectations vs. pictures,amenities,etc. We really pay attention to these responses. I.e we have added 8 pictures, bought all new top of the line appliances, & a free membership in a great fittness club a block away. We don't just listen to guest we act upon their comments. Thank you for acknowledging these efforts. All this is why we have one of the highest # of repeat guest & referrals to their friends.
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Retired Military Rhode Island Foursome
Guest: Jim
(North Scituate RI)
Date of Stay: 04/29/11
Review Submitted: 05/06/11
We LOVE this property-clean,beautifully maintained,great views THANK YOU for the fitness club membership-great benefit This is at least our sixth(probably more) rental of this unit- it is the best!
Owner response:Thank you for the comment. We try to put ourselves in our guests shoes & make it a great vacation get-a-way. That's why we are always looking for ways to improve. We now have many repeat guest.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Fabulous View of the ocean
Guest: M&M
(syracuse,NY)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11
Review Submitted: 05/06/11
This condo was gorgeous. Very comfortable & the perfect location. My family had a wonderful time on the ocean, at nearby space center, & a trip to Universal. I only wish we could have stayed longer. Thanks for sharing your paradise with our family.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Soooooo Relaxing!!!!
Guest: Juls
(Chicago Suburbs)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10
Review Submitted: 08/12/10
Great condo with everything we needed! Beautiful, clean, oceanfront location, great beach, lovely clean and clear water and waves and fabulous views! Gorgeous sunrises from the balcony which provided many lovely views and quiet relaxing moments of the ocean, beach, port, and to the west, river view and sunset! Extremely convenient and comfortable condo and well-stocked. We stayed a week with our 3 sons (2 teens and a 10yr-old) and had a fantastic time. There are so many adventures to be enjoyed...swimming, body boarding, surfing. Also nearby are the Banana and Indian Rivers. We kayaked, wind surfed and went para-sailing. The Kennedy Space Center was a great afternoon outing as it was open until 8pm. One day, we visited Universal for the new Harry Potter attraction which was great fun! There are many great restaurants nearby and also in Port Canaveral. Our ocean hydrotherapy courtesy of Sandcastles was extremely restorative in today's stressful world! We'd like to thank Mark and Pam for their kind hospitality and a wonderful time at their condo and would highly recommend it to others!!! We were also sad to leave all of our Florida sea-critter friends behind...Manatees, Pelicans, Manta Rays, Sting Rays, Horseshoe Crabs, Sea Turtles, Jelly Fish, Dolphin....the list goes on, all beautiful, very natural...
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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