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The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 91824 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Lakeland, FL
  • Place, Polk Museum of Art
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Southern College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Mirror
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Downstairs Living Queen Sleeper

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Floor Mattress

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

2 Twin Beds

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bath

Towels provided · Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath

A cultured, walkable, historic retreat for guests who value charm, art, and location over generic “vacation rentals.”! Experience old-world charm with the convenience of NEW. Relax on the front porch, have coffee or tea on the private balcony of the master suite! Walk to Lake Morton to watch the swans cruise at sunset. Stroll to the library, museum, or dinner down the original brick street. You are just a short drive to tons of Central FL attractions (45-50 min to Disney or the beach!).

Spend the weekend reading on the porch, walking to coffee, and strolling past swans! This is a two story home that is perfect for a retreat style vacation with space enough for hanging out with the family! Downstairs boasts a large open kitchen with bar seating, dining, & living room. Plus a laundry room & half bathroom. The couch has a comfortable pull out queen and there is an additional floor mattress (stored under the stairs) that can be used wherever you'd like. Upstairs you'll find the huge master suite with a king size bed (featuring his and her vanities/closets, soaking tub, walk in shower, private toilet & a balcony). Another full bathroom is accessible from the hall for the other two bedrooms (One has a day bed under that can be used as two single beds. The other has a queen bed).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO Smoking allowed anywhere on property

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Lakeland

South Lake Morton, a neighborhood in Lakeland, is home to this vacation home. Explorations V Children s Museum and Beerman Family Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Circle B Bar Reserve and Lake Morton. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wing Chun Kung Fu Downtown Lakeland or RP Funding Center.
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What's nearby

  • Polk Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Florida Southern College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Morton - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Mirror - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • RP Funding Center - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Lakeland Station - 19 min walk
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grievous Angel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Texas Cattle Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sabu - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kitty Cat Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dissent Craft Brewing - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath?

As of Apr 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath on May 3, 2026 start from $357, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Swan & Scholar House - 3BR/2.5 Bath located?

Located in South Lake Morton, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Polk Museum of Art, Florida Southern College, and Lake Morton. Lake Hollingsworth and Hollis Gardens are also within 15 minutes. Lakeland Station is 19 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were the first guests to stay in this house after renovations. There was a minor issue and the host could not have handled it any better. Quick response great communication. Highly recommend this host and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed for a wedding

Great place. Clean and close to everything downtown. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect 2nd stay here

Lovely older house design but actually a recent build so plenty of sockets, good AC and other modern benefits. Very comfortable beds, good quality linens etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Lovely house. Grounds are very nice. Very comfortable and pleasant. We all enjoyed being there and highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a long weekend

We were in Lakeland for a long weekend visiting family, and this house was a great place to stay (2 adults, 1 5-year-old). Looked exactly like the pictures, was very clean, Taylor was super responsive to our questions, and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. Art museum, library, coffee shop, market, restaurants, and Lake Morton all within a 5-10 minute walk. Great place - we will stay there again the next time we visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

Very clean and charming neighborhoods
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation to our hometown.

The property and location were perfect. The house easily accommodated our large group. Communication was easy and the property manager responded quickly to the one issue we had. I would gladly book this property for future trips to Lakeland.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Fantastic location within a short walk to both Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton, as well as the art museum. Spaciously, well appointed, clean living space.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keeley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Beautiful, spacious home on a quiet street! Perfect for our trip with extended family and a 1 year old. Plenty of room for our travel crib in the master. Very responsive host!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even Better than pictures show

The house was very clean, inviting, adequately stocked, and even better than the photos show. The host was friendly, gracious, and easy to contact. A great find!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great area for being in Lakeland!

The area is perfect for getting to know Lakeland. You can walk to four different Lakes and you can also walk to a great downtown. Pickleball at the Kelly rec center was fun and challenging. We enjoyed the people that played ,vey welcoming. Circle B reserve was a must see.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as advertised

Comfortable house, well set up and equipped.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devendra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So Peaceful

Could not have been more perfect. The porch and balcony were the selling points and they did not dissapoint. Such a great location, too. Such a quiet street. Perfect experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Grad Weekend

This was the perfect house and location for our family to celebrate our FSC grad. We had everything we needed to gather over the very full weekend - and plenty of space for cars and people as we traveled from separate cities. We will definitely check to see if this lovely home is available the next time we’re in Lakeland.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Experience

we really can't say enough great things about this property. It is immaculately clean, well kept, centrally located to everything in Lakeland, in a safe neighborhood. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jeepin' with judd

We had 9 people and it was very comfortable and affordable. We were visiting to participate in Jeepin' with Judd with friends. The home was a great place for us to relax and unwind in the evenings after driving 6 or more hours on the jeep courses all day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FSC move in

Our stay here was fantastic. The property is well maintained with all the comforts at home. We were in town to move our son back into college and the location was perfect, an easy walk. In addition we enjoyed being so close to Lake Morton and downtown. We did have some questions and the owners were very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House

4 Days and Nights in Lakeland. 2 Tiger games, and a round of golf. The "Colonial" is perfect, so clean and well maintained , and in the center of everything Lakeland. This is our second year there, and we will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent responses

Through no fault of the owner we had to make a series of modifications to the planned stay and I was very grateful that I was able to get instant replies and a flexible approach. I had already booked my next stay before I left.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeland Historic District

Great location, beautiful area to walk/run, quiet neighborhood. Work-related trip and was thrilled to have comfortable beds. A few maintenance fixes (running toilet in master due to cracked/broken handle) and toiletries (no soap for shower) but all minor. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parke P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The plantation house

Great home, better than pictures show. The front porch is great on a quiet street. Be aware that another building on the property could be occupied during your stay which can make parking a little tight with multiple vehicles. Owner was fantastic with quick replies to any questions. No worries here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Lakeland-beautiful home, minutes from everything!

This house and everything about our stay was a 10/10! We stayed in Lakeland over the weekend for my daughter's wedding and the house was perfect to accommodate the bridal party getting ready! The balcony upstairs was the real bonus! The photographer and our bride-to-be loved it so much we used it for bridal party first look photos of her dress and more. Host was very responsive and house was clean! We didn't want to leave. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great area, especially if you need to be near Florida Southern. Everything seemed brand new and high quality. Quiet neighborhood, easy parking, great communication with Taylor. Looking forward to coming back in a month.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Lakeland 2-Story

This house was calm and peaceful. It had everything we needed. The bottom floor housed a living area, dining area and kitchen ( nice and spacious). There was also a powder room and laundry on the first floor. The top floor included 3 bedrooms, a king, a queen and a twin. The beds were comfortable. The stairs were high but very sturdy and well made. The top floor also housed a regular bathroom and an oversized master bathroom with a jetted tub (a hit with my family). The A/C was super quiet and worked well to keep the whole house comfortable. On the outside, each floor had a patio area. Although the location of the house was on an uneventful street, about 3-4 blocks from the house was the Polk Museum of Art, a public library with the Black and Brew coffee house, Lake Morton ( famous for the swans), and Red Door restaurant. A short walk from Lake Morton was Lake Mirror and downtown Lakeland. Beautiful location to eat, shop and take in the sites. All in all, the house was immaculate and the surroundings well worth the trip. A real nice respite from the crazy destruction of Hurricane Ian. We will definitely come back again. Thank you for welcoming us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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