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Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Orlando, FL
  • Place, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kia Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Camping World Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Guest Room 1

1 King Bed

Queen Air Mattress

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Hall Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home!

The Home is located in an very safe area - as a matter of fact, the area won the Orlando "Neighborhood Watch of the Year" designation in 2018 making our home perfect for family stays as well as "Business Travel Ready". So whether you are in town for work or pleasure, this authentic, mid-century residence is the perfect retreat to settle in and feel like it's the next best thing to home. From the natural light, Zen garden with lush plants and fountains, to the incredible location, you are going to thoroughly enjoy your stay, and we expect you will be back again soon. You'll feel cozy in the large living room, complete with TV and Foosball table for fun.

A large kitchen with Keurig coffee maker, plenty of dishes and cookware (pots, pans, toaster, waffle maker, blender, etc) opens to a large dining area. Each bedroom has a king size bed with plenty of space and there are two bathrooms (both with large skylights), including en-suite in the master for added convenience and privacy. There is also a laundry room on site.

Entering the home, the living room welcomes you with a relaxing warmth and charm. There is plenty of room to stretch out and relax. The hallway off the dining area leads to the three spacious and cozy bedrooms all with king size beds, ceiling fans and cable TVs! (*there is a queen size, self inflating air mattress available to use as well for extra sleeping!). The two other separate bedrooms share the hallway full bathroom. In addition to the Foosball table in the living area, there is an XBOX1 in the "kids" room for all to enjoy....We invite you to enjoy the beautifully landscaped front and back yards. The front yard was revamped in 2018 by Mika and I. The backyard took much longer (a year!) as we xeriscaped it (again ourselves) and poured and hand-laid the stone sidewalk on the right side of the yard! You will enjoy the beautiful sunshine as well as a shady pergola.. all while relaxing to the bubbling backyard centerpiece fountains as you grill out on the propane grill...

We want to be transparent in that there are NO cameras or recording devices anywhere within the home. There is, however, one security camera under the carport facing the street.

Our home is very short walk to Lake Underhill. Lake Underhill has a nice paved, safe and well lighted walking trail with multiple exercise challenges/stations located around the lake. Our drive from home is just a few minute drive from the heart of downtown Orlando (Amway Arena, home of the Orlando Magic basketball team, Dr. Philips Performing Arts Center, Citrus Bowl, etc.), 20 minutes from Orlando International Airport, 20 minutes from ALL the theme parks, and 20 min from University of Central Florida (UCF, home of the 2018 NCAA football champions😉). The home is also conveniently located near the downtown hospitals (Arnold Palmer, Orlando Regional and Advent Health/Florida Hospital)


There are a multitude of things to see and do, as well as restaurants to enjoy, regardless of your taste. Mika and I would be glad to recommend places if you like :) We particularly enjoy visiting Lake Eola in downtown Orlando. Lake Eola is the "landmark" Lake seen in all the publicity photos of Orlando. The LARGE and beautiful area offers a variety of neat things to see and do (coffee shops, restaurants). Home to LARGE swans, ducks, geese, etc. you never know what you will see. Also, there are "Swan" shaped paddle boats available for rent to cruise the lake. Every Sunday (weather permitting) from 10am to 4pm, the Lake Eola Farmers Market is in full swing with roughly 100 vendors and food choices.

For those that enjoy plays and theater, the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts center usually has something each weekend to enjoy. In addition, whew, there's lots to do and East/West Expressway (408) is just around the corner with access to I-4 or the Beachline. So, whether you're work, Disney or beach bound, you'll have easy access to all!

There is a lot of local fare and food nearby including some of our favorites – be sure to check out: The Drunken Monkey Coffee Bar + Sandwich Shop on Bumby, East End Market on Corrine Drive, (Sushi Lola, also on Corrine favorite sushi place) all the delicious multi-cultural foodie spots in the Mills 50 and "Milk" Districts, The Market on South Street, great for vegan/vegetarian comfort food (you will NOT believe the pulled pork is NOT pork, it's jack fruit!), the Hourglass District restaurants and bars including Foxtail Coffee (better than, ahem, Starbucks :), Claddagh Cottage and Pizza Bruno.

Nearby Shopping:
Target (5 min drive)
Publix Grocery (5 min drive)
Lucky's Grocery (10 min drive)
Old Navy
Marshall's
Bed, Bath & Beyond
Bath and Body Works
Five Below
Walgreens
CVS
Big Lots

Food + Beverage
Starbucks (several!)
Dunkin' Donuts
Drunken Monkey... awesome coffee, sandwiches.. eclectic coffee shop 5 min drive.
Olive Garden
Sea Thai (One of our favorite Thai Places)
Lac Viet Bistro (Awesome Vietnamese cuisine)
"Ethos" in Winter Park.. most amazing vegetarian cuisine!
Market on South Street (less than 5 min drive) amazing vegan food that doesnt "taste" vegan and the most INCREDIBLE donuts!
Sea Thai .. incredible thai fusion
Longhorn Steakhouse
Pei Wei Asian cuisine
Ceviche mexican
La Fiesta
JJ's Grille
Millers Ale House
**Just ask us for recommendations based on your taste and style*

Entertainment + Activity
Regal Cinema (downtown movie theater)
Lots of bars + restaurants downtown
Lake Eola
Thornton Park
Orange County History Museum
Downtown Library
Bike trails from Downtown Orlando to Oviedo
Sun Rail train (ride from Kissimmee to Sanford - stations throughout including downtown and Winter Park which is a great shopping and dining area).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The landscape does contain some small cactus.
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Events

No events allowed
Small, intimate gatherings are ok. Check with host
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Pets

Pets allowed
**Extra Fee** Please see "house rules""🐶
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside by pergola area only. Ty:)
We are a pet family! We love animals ❤ Potty walk front yard only. $75.00 non-refundable per stay. *ALL PETS MUST BE CURRENT ON FLEA AND TICK MEDS*
neighborhood is a very friendly & quiet. parties/loud music not permitted. NO glitter,confetti or silly string.. will result in extra cleaning fees
**PLEASE NO using wifi to view illegally copyrighted material. It WILL cause wifi shutdown. You may be charged extensive fees to recover the wifi** :(

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small, intimate gatherings are ok. Check with host
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Orlando

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Lake Underhill, a neighbourhood in Orlando. Florida Mall and Orlando International Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Florida. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kia Center or Camping World Stadium.
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Orlando, FL

What's nearby

  • Orange Avenue - 3 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kia Center - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Camping World Stadium - 5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • AdventHealth Orlando - 7 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Church Street Station - 5 min drive
  • Orlando Station - 11 min drive
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smokemade Meats + Eats - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zaza Cuban Comfort Food - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Roque Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family & Pet Friendly (*additional pet fee applies), Charming Orlando Home! located?

Located in Lake Underhill, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Curry Ford West and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Kia Center. Curry Ford East Shopping Center and The Plaza Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome property and hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts are amazing with exceptional communication! The property is perfect! Super comfy living room and beds. Great location to the milk district/mills. Quiet and peaceful.
Our welcome sign with a little added flare from one of my guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Fantastic Stay

Wonderful stay in a perfect location with Great Hosts!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Orlando vacation

Excellent Host, Accommodations and Location.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Great visit again

Beautiful home, excellent location, and wonderful host
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Grandson visit

Lively comfortable home..makes you have a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael O.

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

Perfect location for our weekend getaway

The unit met our requirements for a quick weekend getaway. It was clean, the beds was comfortable and the neighborhood quiet. It was close to the major highway and to downtown. We had plans with friends and family in the area so we were not able to utilize the backyard, but it was nice and very private. I would most definitely recommend and use this place when we return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia V.

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

Comfortable home in a lovely neighborhood

The house was clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. I highly recommend this house for your vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

deidre B.

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

Beautiful property

This house is absolutely gorgeous ! The pictures are accurate and the property owners are wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Awesome property!

Beautiful Florida home with all the perks! Will be returning here soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F., Midlothian, USA

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

Great location

Great house! Location was awesome, near our favorite brewery Sideward, plenty of shops, food, etc. Lake within walking distance that had a great walking/running path. All bedrooms with king size beds was perfect and comfortable. Loved this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma H., Wesley Chapel, Florida

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

Friends coming together for the weekend

Amazing location and fabulous experience! House is spectacular with all the possible comforts. Thank you for a great weekend! We’ll be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody G., Atlanta, Ga

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

We'll be back

The accommodations were as advertised, super clean, conveniently accessible to UCF campus which was the purpose for our visit. Communication with the homeowners was exceptional. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eddie C.

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

Awesome Orlando Oasis

Great neighborhood for walking and access to the freeway. Beautiful 50's ranch with everything you need including a fenced in Zen-like backyard. Doug and Mika made the place like home and were easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Second time around

Our second stay in same house and was as great as first time Great location and great house Our third stay in same place is already booked
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

great all around

Perfect location away from traffic but close to shopping; safe, friendly neighborhood for walking and having the park near by was an extra bonus. The home was spacious yet cozy, very clean, comfortable furniture and beds and the wonderful backyard was perfect for relaxing. We loved the natural landscape and checking the sundial time. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

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

Awesome Stay!

Doug and Mika’s house was perfect for our Orlando stay. It was even better than we pictured- great location right near the lake, super clean, friendly hosts, I can only think of positive things to say! Also close to lots of restaurants and things to do. The little touches were so appreciated, like stocking the fridge with essentials before our arrival and providing snacks and coffee. 100% recommend this house to anybody looking to stay in the area. Thanks Doug and Mika! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi M.

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

Amazing!!!

The house was fully equipped for us to stay comfortably. The time and thought that went into preparing this house was amazing!! Convenient to everything in Orlando yet far enough out that it’s peaceful and calm. So much perfection that I can’t even verbalize it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan N.

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

First Time in Florida

It was our first time visiting Florida and Doug and Mika made it stress-free! The house was clean and the whole process was smooth and effortless. It was lovely and peaceful after a long day at the beach to eat out under the patio with the lights and the lizards. Lovely inside and out! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Well placed house with all the comforts of home

This house has nice size bedrooms and a primary suite with a private bathroom. The living room and dining table have ample seating and the kitchen is a very wide comfortable galley style with all tools and appliances you could need. We were in town for a wedding so this house was well located between the couple’s place and wedding venue. The neighborhood is charming and you have easy access to all manor of great restaurants and entertainment. Nothing was more than 15 min away. The house was lovely and inviting from the landscaping to the living room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Quiet Spacious Home

This was a wonderful home with lots of space and all of the accessories needed for a home away from home. The street was lovely with most of the homes decorated for the holidays. The location is conveniently located. The beds are comfortable, the wifi works great. We never did figure out the TV in the master bedroom but there are TV's in each bedroom and the living room, bring your own subscriptions. Owners responded quickly and check in and out was easy. We would definately stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Fantastic Property & Community Vibe

Wow! Outstanding experience! Best vacation property our group ever rented. Takes the expression, "we'll leave the lights on for you" to a whole new level! As soon as we entered the property, we felt welcomed. The group was very impressed and were very, very pleased. The accommodations were quite comfortable, absolutely no complaints. During our early morning walks, we met several very pleasant locals. The owner was top notch. We would rent this property again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki R.

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

Great for Park visit

We were a group of 5 40 year old adults. This is a great property to stay at for daily visits to Disney/Universal. about 20-30 minute drive to the parks. Three king size beds that were decently comfy. Nice size driveway for cars. All we did was sleep here so no opinions on the other amenities of the house. Everything looked great, clean, and ready for action though. I will say that if you’d like to sleep comfortably past sunrise, bring a sleep mask. Only one of the bedrooms has curtains and that morning sun is bright. All in all, a great place to lay your head after a full day of walking around Disney.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R., Starkville

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

Excellent Location for Birthday Vacay Escape

The property was amazing, the perfect location to start each day before and return to after exploring the surrounding areas/attractions. The backyard was serene with area for cooking, the interior comfy and welcoming, and there was a walking path around the nearest lake was just down the street. As a someone who teaches physical geography - I was in love with all the "rock" samples in the home décor :) We were in Orlando for my spouses 50th birthday celebration and it was perfect in every way...once we were able to get there after a snowstorm hit the southeast on our travel date - LOL Doug and Mika were so kind and helpful with all aspects of our stay with fantastic suggestions on local foods and other useful locations of interest nearby. The neighborhood was peaceful with some really yummy food finds and beautiful old-growth trees. We enjoyed being able to hop on the highway to take off for the beach, NASA, and of course, the amusement parks. Thank you both for our wonderful vacay escape, it was hard to head back and we hope to visit again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for the UCF/KU game and wedding planning events for our son. The home was just as pictured, and easy to find. I really like the way remote entry is handled. Great communication with Doug, bummer UCF didn’t win this time. Everything we needed was available, and sitting in the Gazebo at night was awesome! Great place, great hosts - we will stay here again when we visit our kids in Orlando!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Douglas Marcum & Mika Ahsan

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It is our pleasure to welcome you to our "Strathmore" home. Both Mika and I have put a lot of time and energy into the home for you to enjoy. I (Doug) grew up in Southwest MO. on a large farm so there I cultivated my love for nature and animals. When not formally working, I can be found "playing" in the dirt and working on one of my over 100 bonsai trees. Mika and I also have a fondness for animals. We love to travel together! We just got back from Hawaii and look forward to traveling to Southwest Asia soon! My personal favorite foods are Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine, Italian and yes, some good old american as well... My favorite movie is "The Shawshank Redemption" and as far as music, Im pretty eclectic... everything from Jazz, Classic rock, "Poprock" and of course... Eighties Music... everyone that knows me knows that my favorite band is "Journey"... oh, and we are a HUGE Dallas Cowboys football family :) To have us as hosts means this is YOUR adventure, with as much or little guidance from us as you like.. we value your privacy and personal needs so we will be attentive to that.

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