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The Front Porch

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Sanford, FL
  • Place, Historic Downtown Sanford
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Monroe
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Johns Rivership
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Front Porch

Location! 2BR, pet friendly, in downtown historic Sanford. .The Front Porch is perfect for a family getaway. Decorated with modern flair but set around the original 1894 fireplace. Walk downtown to the local restaurants and bars. Our goal is to exceed your expectations, provide a comfortable, personable experience, and give you the feeling that you are at home.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Sanford

Sanford is home to this apartment. DeBary Hall Historic Site and Thursby House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center and Lochwood Academy for the Performing Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium or Lake Mary Tennis Center.
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Sanford, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic Downtown Sanford - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Monroe - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sanford Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Johns Rivership - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 8 min drive
  • DeBary Station - 13 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ace Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tuffy's Bottle Shop & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Front Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Front Porch?

As of Apr 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Front Porch on Jul 20, 2026 start from $153, 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 Front Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Front Porch?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Front Porch located?

Situated in Sanford, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of The Princess Theater, Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center, and Lochwood Academy for the Performing Arts. Historic Downtown Sanford and Jeanine Taylor Folk Art are also within 10 minutes.

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. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie b.

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

Lovely 2 bedroom apartment

Nicely decorated great location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Great place to stay

Perfect location for walking around the historic downtown area. Very clean and easy, responsive communication with the owner. Will be back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbe M.

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

Great place. Super responsive host

Nice place. Spotless. Great host. Great location. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia F.

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

Home Sweet Home-Away-From-Home

Gorgeous property located in the heart of historic downtown. Owners went above and beyond in providing us with all the comforts of home and creating a space for our family to have an amazing time experience! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Super cute

This apartment is super cute! I love the brick and the tile in the kitchen. We had a great time. Front porch is great to relax on, the kids lived the hammock. The back yard is also really cute. Would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

Location, location!

Perfect getaway. Parked the vehicle and never drove until we left. Walkable location, beautiful parks, and the best dog park we have ever visited. Host was easy to reach and very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Eliana Roy

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Eliana and Anthony and our family business Sanford Short Term, are excited to share all that Sanford has to offer with our guests. We fell in love with Sanford shortly before Covid in 2019 and haven’t left since. We love rehabbing old and historic real estate, family time, traveling and running multiple businesses.
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What makes this property unique

Sanford is a golf cart friendly town and is a blast to explore like a local. Ask about availability of our golf cart. We rent the golf cart pictured below for $150/per day.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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