Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions!
Welcome to Mellonville Manor, a two-story, 3-bedroom home boasting tons of character with modern updates to host your entire family. Situated 5 minutes from Historic Downtown Sanford, FL, less than 45 minutes from Orlando Theme Parks and New Smyrna Beach, and 10 minutes from Sanford International Airport, this is your perfect home away from home. House is fully equipped with WiFi and electronic entry for Self Check-in.
Accommodations House has been thoughtfully updated with a charming, modern kitchen and appliances, fully stocked with dishes, pans and all the cooking accessories you may need. The living room has a 50" smart TV, loaded with Netflix, Prime and YouTube TV for sign-in with your own account (no cable TV). The screened-in front porch has a dining table and seating for 6, which overlooks the beautiful natural Florida landscaped front yard and gold fish pond. The Laundry Room is located on the ground floor, with an attached bathroom with walk-in shower. Bedrooms are each equipped with blackout curtains and a sound machine for optimum sleeping. Master bedroom has an extendable Smart TV to adjust to your viewing pleasure. Upstairs bathroom boasts a deep soaking tub and shower and has a hairdryer, shampoo, conditioner and soap for your use. Enjoy the wide collection of books and games to keep you and your family entertained indoors. Beach equipment is also available; please see host for details.
Parking Parking is on-site with an available covered carport for smaller vehicles. A 30 Amp outdoor outlet is available for small to mid-size RV's and electric vehicles (Adapter not provided). Please inquire with host for details if needed.
Pets This is a pet-friendly property with a $50 pet fee. Please clean-up outside after your pets for our future guests.
Downtown Sanford There are many great restaurants, breweries and shops located in downtown Sanford. The locals affectionately refer to a night downtown as "Sanfording". The town regularly hosts festivals and events that draw people from all parts of the country. For more information on Sanford, please visit their website https://www.historicdowntownsanford.com/. The house is located within the Golf Cart District which allows guests to rent a golf cart to ride around the downtown area. You may rent a golf cart during your stay through Sanford Golf Cart Rentals https://sanfordfun.com/golf-cart-rentals/.
Misc Items to Note The fountain and gold fish pond are one of the highlights of the property. The sound of water is a delight to many for soothing guests to sleep at night. For others, we provide noise machines in each bedroom as well as dispensable ear plugs.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
Leave all used towels and wash cloths on the floor in the bathroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3739754vb
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.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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
Sanford
Sanford is home to this holiday home. St. Johns Rivership and Mayfair Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wekiwa Springs State Park and Lake Monroe Conservation Area. 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Sanford Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Fort Mellon Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Lake Monroe - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Sanford Station - 11 min drive
Lake Mary Station - 12 min drive
Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 2 min drive
Cattle Ranch - 2 min drive
The Barn - 2 min drive
Dairy Queen - 14 min walk
Circle K - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions!?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions! on 1 Jun 2026 start from £165, 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 at Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming 1920's House - pet friendly, 45 minutes from beach & attractions! located?
Situated in Sanford, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Historic Downtown Sanford, Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center and Art Affair Gallery. Jeanine Taylor Folk Art and Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have stayed before and offered a couple of suggestions after our stay last time. It was nice the see the updates. This is a wonderful place. Very convenient to everything.
Mellonville Manor was the perfect location for our wedding party to stay for our wedding! The place was cozy, close to everything, and the host was commutative and easy to work with. We’ve already talked about staying here again for a staycation in the future.
We needed a place where we could feel at home that was in a good proximity to all our activities, and this was perfect. There is a great downtown within walking distance. (for us)
This old house is beautifully renovated. The screened in front porch with the fountain on the side was awesome. A great place to gather. The kitchen was beautiful. We will definitely return.
This home is so quaint with well-appointed design choices. The screened in porch is great, and we enjoyed the open concept of the living and kitchen area. We were in Sanford for a wedding, and this fit the needs of 5 adults. I would not hesitate to stay here again. The owner has excellent communication and response time. Thank you!
We had a beautiful stay in this home while we were in town for a baseball tournament. Great proximity and there’s a Publix on the way to the fields! Super clean. Beds are comfortable! And hearing the Fountain outside while we slept was the icing on the cake. We will be back :-)
The house is a gem, a real old Florida Sanford experience. We loved it. The house is cute, beautifully decorated and comfortable. We hope to go back next year. Thanks for having us!
Andree B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric
24 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was above my expectations. Clean and recently renovated and packs lots of charm. Neighborhood is quiet also. Communications with host were easy.
This house was absolutely perfect for my son and me during our trip to visit a nearby college. It was not only clean and comfortable but also warm and inviting, making us feel right at home. The location was excellent, providing convenient access to everything we needed. Our host was incredibly attentive and went above and beyond, exceeding my already high expectations from the other glowing reviews. With my son likely attending college in the area, this will definitely be our go-to place for future visits when my wife and I are in town. Highly recommended!
This is a beautiful home from 1925 that has been immaculately restored. It has a gorgeous updated kitchen and updated restrooms. We were in town for a baseball tournament with two moms and two teenage boys. It’s about 8 minutes from Boombah. The area coming up to the home is older, but we felt very safe the entire time. It’s walkable to the older historic district near the water, but it’s much easier to drive. Very close to a Winn Dixie and a Publix on the way to the fields. PROS:Comfy beds, great well stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, exceptionally clean, beautifully cared for, covered parking, AC worked great (FL is hot in July!) THINGS to CONSIDER (these aren’t cons, just stuff I didn’t realize: (1) There are two full bathrooms. However, only one bathroom is on the floor with the three bedrooms. This bathroom has one sink and a tub. The second bedroom is downstairs and through the kitchen and laundry room. It’s a 100 year old home, so not a surprise but just something to consider. I didn’t catch this in the description! (2) the room with the twin beds is very small. The trundle really doesn’t even pull out all the way. If you need that space for teenagers or more than one adult, it would be a challenge. Totally fine for small kids. Overall, a great house. Great host. We would definitely stay here again.
The host was great at communicating and answering our questions in a timely manner. The house is charming, comfortable, and welcoming after long days of being a tourist. The screen porch was peaceful in the morning listening to the water feature and birds while sipping a cup of coffee. Just what we wanted!!If you need somewhere to stay in the Sanford area, this is the place!
Rick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 May 2025
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Leigh D'Amico
Why they chose this property
The charming historic homes of Sanford and the friendly residents are why we chose this community to host. There are always plenty of things to do each weekend with events like the Farmer's Market, concerts, festivals, arts & crafts fairs and many more. Located in a golf cart district, guests are invited to rent a golf cart to get the full "Sanford'ing" experience.
What makes this property unique
We lovingly renovated the entire home in 2023, updating all the electrical, HVAC, the kitchen and downstairs flooring, driveway and landscaping. The original house was only a one bedroom when built in 1925, and in 1947 the front porch and primary bedroom was added on to the front. In the past several years, the laundry room and 2nd bath were added on to the back of the house.
Languages:
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