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Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3592.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Melbourne Harbor Marina
  • Place, Holmes Regional Medical Center
  • Place, Florida Institute of Technology
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach

Please call us if you are bringing a pet. The Pet Fee is charged after booking booking ($20/pet/day).

Relax at this unique bohemian riverside getaway.
The cottage is on a quiet street on a large lot shared with the main house. Just East of the lot you have private access to the riverside.
Just 3 minutes from Downtown Melbourne which houses the Henegar Center for the Arts, the Melbourne Civic Theatre and a variety of shops, art galleries and restaurants. About 9 minutes from the closest beach access.
Light-sleepers should note that railroad tracks are within half a mile.
Click the listing title or "Book Now" button for more details!
The two bedrooms are divided by a common bathroom. Each bedroom and the living room space have independent mini-split AC units for your comfort.

Guest Access/Interaction:
Guest may gain access to the house anytime after check-in with deadbolt code. The house is setup completely for guest use and everything in the house is accessible to guests with the exception of a locked laundry room utility closet. We provide self check-in so we will not meet in person unless the need arises. The listing is setup exclusively for guest use. We are just a message/call away if you need assistance or suggestions of things to do in the area!

Neighborhood:
Centrally located Old Florida neighborhood one mile south of Downtown Melbourne.

Other things to note:
For authorized pets we charge $20/night up to $500 per pet. Please contact us for approval.
We have a Mr. Coffee 6 cup traditional drip coffee maker.
The thermostat has a lower limit of 69 degrees to prevent the unit from freezing.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non-refundable credit card fee of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. 24-hour grace period of Cancellation Policy if check-in is at least 1 week away.
We do allow pets on a case by case basis. If accepted, Vrbo will charge for one pet. If you have another, you will receive an invoice after booking wi

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Sea Turtle Preservation Society Melbourne Beach and Erna Nixon Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden and Andretti Thrill Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Andy Semnick-Les Hall Baseball Field or Melbourne Greyhound Park.
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Melbourne, FL

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Harbor Marina - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Holmes Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Florida Institute of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Melbourne Beach - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Melbourne Square Mall - 10 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jason's Deli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hell 'n Blazes Brewing - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ichabod's Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bombay Curry - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chart House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Melwood · Charming 2/1 Cottage near River · 9 min to Beach located?

Located in the heart of Melbourne, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Riverview Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Melbourne Harbor Marina and Liberty Bell Memorial Museum. Florida Institute of Technology and Holmes Regional Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly neighborhood for walking pets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house! Jack-and-jill bathroom was a little cramped but functional. The fact that they offered laundry equipment was terrific.
Exterior from the driveway, just as pictured.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Cute place!

We enjoyed our stay, the house was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

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

Palm bay

Rented a nice home for the night, quiet neighborhood,clean and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Perfect

Cute little house with a massive backyard. Great location close to downtown Melbourne.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

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

I’ll be staying here again

Beautiful place. And will stay there again if they allow.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

Our month long stay was great. The cottage was so beautifully decorated. We did have issues with paying for the cottage. I had to contact the VRBO folks each time a payment was due. Overall the property manager quickly addressed any issues. We would stay there againn
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

This cottage was decorated in a way that was welcoming and relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Perfect for two

The house was just as advertised and exactly what we wanted for a friend reunion. Easy check in. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suwada H., North Pole

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

Nice Cozy Small Home

The home is lovely and offers everything you need when visiting the local area. This small home is cozy, and the AC comes in clutch during the summer. I highly recommend this place, and plan on another stay when visiting again this fall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keth H.

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

Melbourne

Comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Florida Tech student

We had a great time staying at the house while touring Florida Tech with my graduate student. Perfectly located, super quiet street & cute, clean house! Loved the close proximity to everything. Thank you ~ we look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay B.

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

Pleased

We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again. Owners assistant was super prompt with anything we needed help with.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

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

Perfect Little Cottage!

This was our third time staying in this cute little cottage! We absolutely love staying there and we will again in the fall! There was one thing that blew our minds though, and this is just a little reminder for folks that stay in the Melbourne area... There was a rocket launch and we didn't know what all the shaking and banging noises were at first! Then disappointed that we didn't see it! We love it there!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Comfortable small house for a getaway

The house was neat and clean, easy to access. We enjoyed everything about it with the exception of the missing river views. The listing indicating “outdoor dining” with river views was deceptive and was a big reason we chose the house. Our family enjoys dropping a kayak in the river in the evening, sitting out and watching the kids paddle around and despite requesting information about the suitability for this, there was no confirmation or denial that it would work. It turns out, you can’t see the river and going to the area pictured in the listing seems invasive to the home in the front of the property. It just wasn’t what we expected from the listing. Otherwise, the house was fine - clean, well stocked, and worked for sleeping. We enjoyed the beaches nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mind you the cottage is old and for the age it’s adorable. It was perfect for my daughter, her dog and myself. Yes you hear a train go by but it wasn’t loud. Very quiet area people were friendly, when you bumped into someone. We did have an internet issue but it was taken care of quickly. The owner and staff are great very responsive. One thing that I found not as I thought, was the yard, was very small not room for a dog to run around. We enjoyed our stay!! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place to stay. Worked out well for our little trip
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Quiet Cottage near the river

We loved staying in this quiet coastal cottage! Close to downtown while still an intimate setting. Hosts were extremely accommodating and communicative. Would highly recommend and would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

APRIL G.

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

Fantastic

This is a precious little house! The owners have it decorated so nicely and the furniture was so comfortable. The house is located very close to the beach and lots of stores and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

If Walls Could Talk LLC P.

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

Amazing

Th
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Wonderful stay, great place

Very cute, clean, and enjoyable place to stay that was close to great restaurants. If you stay in Melbourne, go to Ichabod's Dockside.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heaven's Gate Escape E.

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

Cozy home, great location, well appointed

We were amazed by the great location and comfort of this cozy home. We had an easy walk along the river just out our front door. The home has a spacious, well-appointed, fenced in back yard that was perfect for our dog to play and great for us to hang out in. Minutes from shopping, dining and a short drive to the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

chris l.

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

Hidden gem in paradise

Enjoyed my stay. Beautifully decorated with a "Keys" theme. Pups loved the back yard lots of room to run around and play. Met the owner we watched our three pups play. Sandy and Sonic gave the area two paws up. Ocean air, gentle breeze off the beaten path. Pedro and Laurie are great hosts helping me with any question I had. If you would like a quiet relaxing get away you have found it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quick vaca

Great place to stay! Worked perfect for us visiting family in Cocoa Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Charming cottage

We enjoyed a short stay. Very cute and charming cottage. Owners were very responsive with questions. Easy checkin/checkout. Very clean and comfortable. Note this property is not on the river, which was kind of confusing due to some of the photos on the listing. You can take a short walk around the block which is nice but there is no river access (private property.) we took a day trip over the bridge and had. Really nice day on Indiatlantic beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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Hosted by Pedro and Laura Machin

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