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CHARMING VINTAGE-RETRO FLORIDA COTTAGE...CAREFREE 'BEACH BLANKET BUNGALOW'

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Charming, mature "old Florida" landcaping
Living area
Living room
Dining
Stylish midcentury retro-modern furnishings throughout the house!

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Vero Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationWabasso Beach Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSebastian Inlet State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSebastian Inlet State Park Beach18 min drive
  • AirportOrlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)88 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Great location, great little house!
Jessica K.
Apr. 16, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Other (See Description)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

CHARMING VINTAGE-RETRO FLORIDA COTTAGE...CAREFREE 'BEACH BLANKET BUNGALOW'

MULTI-MONTH DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE





ONLY 5 MINUTES TO BEACH!

If you are looking for a standardized, franchised, typical vacation setting, this is not for you. If you are looking for a gated community with chemically treated barren yards devoid of trees, this is not for you. But if you would like to rediscover the best of Old-Florida living, our vacation bungalow is just the kind of place you are looking for!

Our non-smoking home features two comfortable bedrooms with separate living and dining areas. Casual and colorful furnishings lend a peaceful air to this quiet getaway. The charming nostalgic kitchen boasts the original retro-style cabinetry and vintage Formica countertops, still in fine condition. We have also updated this fully stocked kitchen with modern appliances for the best of old and new. The dining area is connected by sliding glass doors to a covered patio area where you can relax and enjoy the comfortable, natural Florida setting. There's a Weber gas grill for your use. A separate utility room of the patio includes a washer and dryer.

The primary bedroom has a king bed, period Broyhill Brasilia furniture suite, HUGE closet, HDTV and ceiling fan. The guest room has two Heywood-Wakefield twin beds, dresser, closet, and ceiling fan.

We provide a couple of beach chairs and beach towels for your carefree vacation.

With the Indian River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Atlantic Ocean only minutes away, you will never run out of things to do here. But 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 bungalow offers? Only a few miles away are our Sebastian Riverfront Estate with pool, boat dock, and guest house; and our nearby riverside Florida cottage. For an unforgettable time at your own 'Indian River Resort,' pool resources with your family or friends to rent several of our vacation homes!

If you’re looking for luxury accommodations, prepackaged predictability, or a gated resort that could be anywhere in the world - keep looking. But if you are like us and love the Florida that has enchanted out-of-town visitors for decades, spend a little time here. You will 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: Carefree Vacation Cottage

Property manager

Glenn Powell
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Our vacation cottage as seen from the St. Sebastian River
"OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
9.8 out of 10, (69 reviews)
"OLD FLORIDA" RIVERSIDE POOL COTTAGE THAT TIME FORGOT

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Vero Beach

Located in Vero Beach, this cottage is in the city center and on a river. Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and McLarty Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whisper Lakes Golf Course and Sebastian Municipal Golf Course. Riverview Park and North County Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vero Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Wabasso Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Bimini Beach - 9 min drive
  • Indian River Shores Beach - 11 min drive
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park - 12 min drive
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Vero Beach, FL (VRB-Vero Beach Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Beach House Bar & Grill Sebastian - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pareidolia Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Glenn was very hospitable and had excellent communication skills. The two bedroom bungalow was perfect for my wife and I. The pictures don’t do this place justice. It was clean, colorful, and felt like home away from home. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Great location, great little house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Retro Gem
Definitely a retro retreat! The house has been decorated with carefully chosen retro furniture, pictures and more. Took me back to the days of growing up in the 60’s and 70’s. A relaxing place that is well taken care of and located in a perfect spot where it’s easy to get to the beach and Sebastian Inlet which we loved. Owners are very attentive to details and safety.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic all around
Host was wonderful, made sure we were well informed on property and surrounding area and things to do. Everything from start to finish was amazing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and well appointed
We came from cold WI to get a few days of warmth and sunshine. The weather cooperated and our stay was great! The bungalow was perfect for the 2 of us. We LOVE pelicans and appreciated all of the pelican reminers throughout the house. Glenn met us as soon as we arrived and was very thorough explaining everything. We hope to come back again next year and stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach and baseball
Check was very easy! Upon early arrival he even let us check in early. Property was very clean. House was built in the 50's. Had everything you will need, including a weber grill:) It is convienantly located between Sebastian and Vero Beach. And only a couple minute drive to the beach. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Retro Bungalow
Step back in time in this 1950’s decor with modern appliances. Stayed with my wife and dogs. Very clean and relaxed Florida style home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B., Allentown,Pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice retro florida house.
Close to everything, eating, beach, fishing etc etc
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige C., West Danville Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring getaway
I love this retro house. It has great karma. We spend most of our time out playing and then enjoy the porch and the well equipped kitchen and dinners at home. We even had a party for 8 of our friends! Great place.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena P., Amherst, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
an excellent retro bungalow in a good location
We very much enjoyed the style of the bungalow and had a lot of fun looking at the decorations, reading through the books, and just enjoying the property. The house was an excellent jumping-off place for exploring the area. There are MANY things to do here if you are interested in the out-of-doors (which we are!).
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan P., Stevens Point

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Launching Point For Enjoying The Area
Glenn's property had a great old Florida feel with all the modern amenities! He made check in/out a breeze and was well stocked with all the odds and ends that we needed on our trip. The location is great because you're only a couple minutes from the beaches and Publix/Walgreens for whatever else you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just my style!
We had a great time in the "Old Florida" cottage. The atmosphere and decor were just my style. Glenn is an excellent host and provided everything we needed.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ethan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
Friends and I needed a place to sleep after a night out in vero beach, so it was perfect for that. The place itself is a pleasant little retro home with all the modern comforts, so it would be a great home base for a weekend family getaway or with a few friends. Glenn is awesome, very friendly and communicative and though we didn’t need anything he made himself available so that was nice. Oh and how could I forget the delicious welcome treats! Definitely looking into this place again if I find myself in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Deborah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
The INTERIOR of the bungalow was very clean and well equipped. The grounds surrounding were a mess.
We were disappointed in the area. We were near a beach but were told by our host not to use this beach - parking would be difficult and this paricular beach had a tendency to get crowded. Our bungalow was not in a pleasant neighborhood, as there were two abandoned houses very close by. As stated above, the bungalow was immaculate but the grounds were a mess. The furniture on the outside porch was not in good shape, with one chair literally falling apart and moldy. Having the laundry room on the outside (off the porch) was ok, but laundry rooms tend to get hot very quickly and outside temps caused it to get even hotter. The site listed that beach chairs were available, however we ended up buying one as only one was actually usable. We had a pleasant visit and there was much to do, but cerainly not within walking distance. With all that being said, we would not rent this bungalow again, even though we were most appreciative of the cleanliness of it and the graciousness of our host.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Athens, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One-of-a kind, retro treasure 💙
The property was just as described (with a distinctively mid-century, old-Florida vibe) and Glenn was an amazing host. It is evident he cares for the property and wants his guests to have an enjoyable stay. Felt lucky to be able to stay there, even for a short visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Annie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Twin Sisters' 40th Bday Getaway
Glenn was great and the 50s vibe was awesome! The historic preservation of the home was outstanding and we had everything we needed to feel cozy and cook full meals. The proximity to the beach was great and we zoomed over there twice a day. Fun to be in between 2 cities and near 2 water sources as well. Sharpened knives, tupperware containers, cleaner windowsills (bugs), and more comfortable outdoor seating would have made this a 5 star review. Even with these little things, we are already planning another trip to the Beach Bungalow! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan K., Stuart, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wabasso Hideaway
Great location just off causeway. Love the mid-century motif. Puppy friendly. Well supplied and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing/beach vacation
Great location for us....!

10/10 Excellent

Paige C., West Danville Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach bungalow birthday getaway
This place had great karma. It was decorated to the nines in mid century. Even the dinnerware and silverware were vintage. The property was 3 miles from out favorite beach. We spent most of our time on the porch, enjoying warm April breezes. The home was Roo y and comfortable. We even had a small dinner party with my mom and friends. All agreed, this place was a gem. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob Y., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool little house 50's style
Excellent condition with a very well stocked and fully functional kitchen. Bed was excellent. We really enjoyed our 2 day stay. One small drawback is the noise from a through train several times a day, not a huge deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for privacy and rest
Best of both worlds Close to everything, fishing, beach And home has large yard, great outdoor space. Inside of home stocked with everything you could possibility want or need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun through back property
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro beach house.
We had a lovely stay, Glenn greeted us and had flowers, fruit and snacks waiting for us. Thanks for a memorable stay.

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at the retro cottage
It was very comfortable. Everything we needed was there, more than you would expect. Close to the beach. The owner was very accommodating. Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
2nd stay. What a great place and location. Glenn is a super host.

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Powell

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Languages:

French, Spanish

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