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Famous Houseboat

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A houseboat with a balcony, docked at a marina with other boats.
A room with a mural of a sunset, a wooden shelf with decorative items, a bench with colorful cushions, and a wall-mounted plant.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a decorative hanging light fixture.
A covered balcony with wicker furniture and red cushions, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Monroe

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Sanford, FL
  • Place, Lake Monroe
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Downtown Sanford
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanford Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Sanford

Sanford is home to this houseboat. 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 Blue Spring State Park and Lake Jesup Conservation Area. Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center and Fort Mellon Park are also worth visiting.
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Sanford, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Monroe - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Art Affair Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Historic Downtown Sanford - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fort Mellon Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sanford Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 11 min drive
  • DeBary Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Trading Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buster's Bistro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪St Johns River Steak & Seafood - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bait And Hook - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Famous Houseboat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Famous Houseboat?

As of 4 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Famous Houseboat on 7 Dec 2026 start from £414, 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 Famous Houseboat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Famous Houseboat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Famous Houseboat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Famous Houseboat located?

Situated in Sanford, this houseboat is steps away from Lake Monroe and St. Johns Rivership. Art Affair Gallery 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 labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful experience. Great location. Host was accomodating. The stairs were a challenge for us, but we're old, yet still active. The deck would benefit from attention (support post and furnishings). Pleased with heating and cooling as the temperatures during our 1 week stay ranged from 86 to 35. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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