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2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland

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Exterior
A spacious and elegant living room invites you in with its soaring ceilings, intricate crown molding, and gleaming hardwood floors. Abundant natural light streams through large windows, casting a warm glow on the inviting space.
Living room, sitting area with beautiful Romanesque interior design themes.
Discover a spacious dining room perfect for family gatherings. Seating for 8-9 people allows you to enjoy meals and create cherished memories in this inviting space designed for comfort and togetherness.
Discover a sophisticated downstairs bedroom. This elegant queen room features an attached bathroom and a built-in wall heating furnace for your comfort. Enjoy the thoughtful amenities and cozy atmosphere that make this room a perfect retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 162650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 8

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 9

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 10

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland

Summary:

This beautiful, historic Lakeland home is truly a gem. Located only a few block away from Lake Hollingsworth, Florida Southern College and Lakeland High School, this home combines all of the intricacies of the old, with all of the conveniences of the new. With 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home is a rare find.



What You'll Love:



→ The preserved & restored historic character

→ Noise machine for a peaceful night sleep

→ Smart TVs for streaming

→ Dog friendly accommodation

→ EV charger & ample parking

→ Accommodation for 16+ guests



The Space:

➤ Location Perks: Walk to FSC or drive 5 minutes to Lake Hollingsworth and downtown Lakeland.



→ Florida Southern College – 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

→ Lake Hollingsworth – 1.2 miles

→ Downtown Lakeland – 1.7 miles

→ Southeastern University – 2.5 miles

→ RP Funding Center – 2 miles

→ Lakeland Linder Airport – 7 miles



➤ Bedrooms & Bathrooms: 5 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 16+



⎯▹ Master Bedroom: King bed & supersized TV

⎯▹ Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom with ensuite

⎯▹ Bedroom 3: 2 queen beds

⎯▹ Bedroom 4: 2 double beds

⎯▹ The Nook: Pull out queen sofa bed (no door)

⎯▹ Living Room: 2 couches & 1 air mattress



• Fresh bedding + towels provided

• 2 full bathrooms

• Bath essentials provided



➤Experience Overview



• EV charger

• Patio with alfresco dining & BBQ grill

• Dedicated workspace

• Dog friendly!

• Smart TVs

• Coffee maker & coffee provided

• Lightening fast wifi

• Easy self-checkin via secure door keypad



➤FAQ’s



» Is the area safe?

Absolutely. Our home is located in a very walkable neighborhood next to Lake Hollingsworth & FSC.



» Is this house good for remote workers?

Of course! We offer high-speed wifi captured at 549 Mbps and work can be done the designated workspace provided.



» Can I bring pets?

We welcome well-behaved dogs for an additional fee. Sorry, but no cats.



♥ Meet Your Hosts



We’re Christa and Anthony, and we’re absolutely thrilled that you are considering staying in one of our lovely homes! As locals here in sunny Lakeland, Florida, we’ve poured our hearts into making these homes special just for you. Our top priority is ensuring you have an amazing stay and the best experience possible. Feel free to reach out anytime as we’d love to share our passion for this fantastic city we call home! If there’s anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out.



Your Hosts,

Anthony & Christa



Guest Access:

All areas of the home & yard are accessible to guests.



The Neighborhood:

Beautiful home next door to FSC and LHA, easy and safe walking neighborhood with close access to Lake Hollingsworth.



Getting Around:

Plenty of parking and very walkable neighborhood next to Lake Hollingsworth.



Other Things to Note:

➤ Booking & Guest Policies

✓ The listing price reflects the base rate for the accommodation only.

✓ Please enter the correct number of guests at the time of booking to ensure accurate pricing and avoid issues at check-in.

✓ All guests must be registered prior to arrival.

✓ To finalize your reservation, guests are required to select one of our protection options. This includes a small, non-refundable damage waiver that covers accidental damage during your stay.



➤ Pet Policy



✓ Pets must be registered and the pet fee paid before check-in.

✓ Failure to register your pet or pay the fee may result in cancellation without a refund.

✓ Excessive barking must be managed to avoid neighbor complaints.

✓ In the case of unresolved issues, you may be asked to board your pet or find alternative arrangements.



➤ Events



✓ Parties are not allowed.

✓ Some events may be permitted with prior approval before booking.

✓ Event fees are negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

✓ Unapproved events will result in additional charges, including cleanup fees



This home may occasionally be subject to some road noise.



Interaction with Guests:

➤ Self-Check-In

Enjoy the ease of self-check-in and peace of mind with guest monitoring for your safety.



➤Security

Your safety is our top priority. We have outdoor security cameras located at:



✓Front door (doorbell)

✓Driveway

✓Back yard and courtyard



These are for guest and property protection only. Tampering or moving cameras will result in a fine and liability for any damages or incidents.



No cameras inside the home.



➤ Early Check-In / Late Check-Out

We offer early check-in / late check-out for an additional fee. Availability is not guaranteed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
200.00 pet fee required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you brought a dog, please check the yard for any waste you might have missed. Bag it up and toss it in the green bin before heading out. Thanks for keeping the area clean!
If you use the grill during your stay, please clean it before you leave to avoid extra cleaning charges. Thanks for helping keep things tidy!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
🕒Hours of availability are between 9am and 10pm. We may answer before or after the set hours of availability, but if we don't, you can be sure we...
Please do not allow pets on the furniture or in the beds. Cleanup fees are 100/hr to remove pet hair from the linens and furniture.
Failure to pay the pet fee and comply with the pet policy will result in the cancellation of your booking and removal from the property and no refund.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Lakeland

Located in Lakeland, this vacation home is in the city center. The Circle B Bar Reserve and Lake Hollingsworth reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hollis Gardens and SkateWorld. Explorations V Children s Museum and Common Ground Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Lakeland, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Southern College - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Hollingsworth - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Polk Museum of Art - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Mirror - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • RP Funding Center - 7 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Lakeland Station - 4 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sabu - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Texas Cattle Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kitty Cat Lounge - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland on Jul 4, 2026 start from $321, 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 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2,500 sqft Restored Colonial Home in Lakeland located?

Located in the heart of Lakeland, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Florida Southern College and Lake Hollingsworth. Polk Museum of Art and Lake Morton are also within 1 mi (2 km). Lakeland Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Michele T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Didn't realize only 2 bathroom my fault
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney C.

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

Great stay

Spacious and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

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

Stay for Memorial Service

The location for the house couldn’t have been any more perfect! It allowed our extended family to all be together, and have some good hangout storytelling time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

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

Great place to stay plenty of room beautiful house

Very beautiful house plenty of space plenty of bed space there were only six of us and clearly could have been another 6 or 10 with no problem. Very clean updated and just a great quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Lakeland

Perfect location. Spectacular house. Great host. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Great venue

Hosted family for a funeral. Space was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Home away from home

This home was what our family needed as we came together to honor our father’s life. Thank you for a beautiful and clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

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

Soccer Tournament

Anthony was a great host. Very responsive and accommodating. House is beautifully decorated as displayed in the pictures.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john k.

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

Right in the heart of Lakeland

We visit Family in Lakeland often and needed a last minute place to stay. Anthony was so helpful and accommodating. The property is beautiful and would be a great place to stay for a family event. Right by the college and the lake so walking around is easy. Lots of sidewalks. And the college is just gorgeous to walk around. We definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

cindy r.

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

Location

The location was perfect for us. The house had everything you needed and it was clean. The only thing was it was hot down stairs. The owner was willing to have an AC person come but we were only staying for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sonia M.

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

Lovely interior in the Luxury Diamond Elite

The luxury diamond delete property was beautiful and clean on the inside. The pictures on the listing are very accurate as far as the interior. Unfortunately, the outside had much to be desired. The back porch was unkept, which was a bummer because the weather was so beautiful, We would have enjoyed the back patio a little more. Other than that, the interior was very pretty, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teresa K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lake Hollingsworth Home

Our stay was fine. Home was fine too other than the pictures and description being far different than we thought. Description stated it sleeps 16? But 1 1/2 bathrooms. Only 3 of us staying so our 4 friends didn’t stay with us. NOT a luxury property at all. Home is on a very busy street not sitting back as pictured. Home could use a good deep cleaning and rugs replaced. But all in all we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Landrum S.

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

Beautiful, Spacious House

This was the perfect home for our trip as we had multiple family units that needed their own space. The beds were very comfortable and the rooms were spacious. The house was well stocked with items like dish soap, towels and toilet paper. We were, however, counting on a few items mentioned in the listing like an iron and hair dryer that weren’t actually in the house. We enjoyed the location being near the 3 mile paved trail around the lake for daily runs. Overall, the house exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly b.

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

Lovely home

We were in town for a dance competition and didn’t want to pay the hotel prices so we decided to find a house to rent. This house is very cute, clean, and nicely decorated. There was plenty of serveware. The pans need replacing as they were pretty worn with scratches on the nonstick surface. The only other negative was the seat to the toilet upstairs was too small for the toilet so it was not very comfortable to sit on.. This place sleeps 16 and has 2 full bathrooms. Despite these few things we would stay there again. The owner was very responsive and the host was nice, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marianne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Both good and bad....

Our stay, during a hurricane admittedly, was both good and bad. The "good" is that this is a nice location, the beds were very nice and very comfortable, the showers were decent, and the AC worked well. The "bad" is that there was no microwave and no grill, a very small tight kitchen that is dark and hard to work in, no powder room (just a bathroom hidden back by the downstairs bedroom), and--probably 99% responsible for my moderate overall 3 star review-- we had an unwanted guest,: a rat. There were noises in the walls of the downstairs bedroom as well (probably mice or rats). Keep in mind this was a hurricane. I have no idea if the rodents were simply driven in by the rain/wind, or if they were already guests. Anthony was responsive and offered a free additional night's stay at a different home, which was appreciated, but we decided to just get back to our own home. Overall, I think the place is OK and it has its nice factors (as mentioned), but it definitely could use a microwave, a grill, and a careful look by pest control. I suspect and trust that the owner is on this for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura G.

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

Great Location.

It is a great location, with a large lot. Quite noisy road, as people kind of race late at night. Loved being able to walk to Lake Hollingsworth. There were 5 adults, and two bathrooms. We didn't like that the only downstairs bathroom, was in the bedroom.This bath very small.this bedroom had a unit which was very noisy. Many of the lights did not work, and some of them not working were becasue of a fuse problem. The ones in the stairway and all the lights in the Master.The maintanance people came over right away, and had to return the next day, to replace fuse becasue lights went out again on stairway and the master, which was dangerous to walk on dark brown stairs in the dark on. They had to replace about 10 lights that were burned out and still needed more new light bulls. We didn't want a third interuptions to get more bulbs.We changed the floor air filter, as it was black and filthy. I felt like the house with as many of lights burned out was a major inconvenience since we had our daughter sleeping having flown in from the West coast and workers there changing lights bulb and checking breakers. The kitchen was small but functional for breakfast. The Master was upstairs and shared the bath with two other bedrooms upstairs, and you had to walk thru one bedroom to get to the smaller bedroom, which would be awkward, if people weren't family. For us, it was not a problem, as we didn't need the 4th bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco R.

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

En general fue buena experiencia

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Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty A.

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Beautiful property, great hosts

We visited for a conference and we so pleased to be so close to Florida Southern. The house was beautiful and well-maintained. There was plenty of space for us to relax and unwind after sessions. The hosts were responsive and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Beautiful Home

Loved the kitchen amenities, huge laundry room and sleeping options for our large group of 11.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Graduation Weekend

We had a great stay in this Lake Hollingsworth home. Anthony was a fantastic host. This was a great property for us. We were centrally located, and yet in a very quiet part of Lakeland. The large rooms and big yard were great for all of us to hang out. We will definitely check availability of this home on future trips to Lakeland.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

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

A girls' trip

Four moms and their daughters came to Lakeland for a girls week-end and this property was perfect for our trip. It was in a great location -- convenient to everything we wanted to do -- was well stocked, had great bathrooms, the beds were super comfortable, and the common areas were roomy. Everyone enjoyed the house and we would love to stay there agin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Brett T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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