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Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024

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A spacious living room with a large dining table, wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows with blinds.
A room with a wooden floor, a blue rug, a white bench, a small table with a plant, and a door with glass panels.
Exterior
A covered porch with white wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a body of water and docked boats.
A pathway leading to a beach area with a thatched structure and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the sea.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Crooked Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Babson Park, FL
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ridge Audubon Nature Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bok Tower Gardens
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

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About the area

Babson Park

Located in Babson Park, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Wales Art Museum and Lake Wales History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mountain Lake and Regal Eagle Ridge Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Crystal Lake Park, or check out an event or a game at Jump Florida Skydiving. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Babson Park, FL

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ridge Audubon Nature Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bok Tower Gardens - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 24 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Lake Kissimmee State Park - 28 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 26 min drive
  • Avon Park, FL (AVO-Avon Park Executive) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crooked Bass Grill and Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪China Wok - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 on 16 May 2027 start from £861, 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 Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Howell Bungalow on Crooked Lake, built in 1929, renovated in 2024 located?

This family-friendly Babson Park holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Crooked Lake and Ridge Audubon Nature Reserve. Lake Easy and Fire House Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 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
Great peaceful location on a beautiful lake for swimming and boating
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2026
We are happy that you enjoyed the quiet location of our Bungalow. And we hope you will return in the future for fun on the lake. Jolene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this home for the holiday weekend. While its age definitely shows, it served its purpose and worked well for our family. The hosts were very sweet and kind. And id recommend this house to anyone looking for a great little bungalow on Crooked lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2026
We are so pleased that you could enjoy your holiday weekend with family at The Crooked Lake Bungalow, and we hope you will be able to return. Thank you for your kind review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time at the lake. The house was perfect for us and the view is dreamy. We had a wonderful time and would love to come back. We made some special memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect home for our weekend stay. We were in town for a wedding and found the cottage to be the perfect place to stay. The relaxing views and very comfortable accommodations made our trip extra special. The host and communication was great. We did not have any issues at all. If any of us are ever in the area again this will be my first choice for a place to stay !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super lake house

This property is perfect for what we were looking for. We are planning on returning for certain and hopefully our adult children can join us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you for your comments. We are glad we met your expectations and delighted that you want to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All perfect

Nicest rental in central FL - everything was awesome and better than expected
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2020
Thank you, Matt. It was a pleasure meeting you, and we hope you will return in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bungalow Crooked Lake

Home was larger than I thought it would be. It is well kept and owners were extremely nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
It was our pleasure to host you and your family at the Bungalow on beautiful Crooked Lake. We strive to offer a quiet and peaceful setting for your enjoyment, and we hope you will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property!!

The Crooked Lake Bungalow is a perfect place to spend a relaxing vacation. The house is just wonderful and has everything you need for your stay. We will definitely use it again. Thank you Jolene
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lake house

We went for Christmas and it was freezing. Our hosts made sure the house was nice and warm for us! Our stay was very nice. We even caught a couple of fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
We enjoyed having you with us Kelly, and hope you will return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Scenic

This lovely bungalow on scenic Crooked Lake is spacious, and beautiful with all the amenities you could ask for. The hosts are welcoming and informative, and responsive to any needs. We thoroughly enjoyed a truly peaceful respite in this beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2022
Thank you Gay. It was a pleasure to host you and your family, and look forward to a return visit with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming cottage!

Felt like home for the weekend, so we’ll equipped! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2022
Thank you Liz. We would enjoy having you back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tropical Island Vibe on the mainland of Florida

Serenity and beauty, two words to describe this beautiful oasis sitting in the heart of Florida. We were here to graduate a son out of college and we enjoyed downtime that was needed. We plan on visiting again with Mrs. Jolene for our anniversary.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2021
We look forward to your visits in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and Tranquillity

Such a peaceful lakeside retreat! This is our second time staying in this lovely getaway…it feels like home. Perfectly well-equipped including all possible amenities, plus kayaks for exploring the lake. Proximity to beautiful Bok Tower and Gardens is an added bonus. We highly recommend this tranquil spot, and hope to visit again often.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you for such a glowing review. It is our pleasure to have you as guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lakefront bungalow

Easy to book. Great communication from the renters who live right next door. They checked in and made sure everything was to.our liking, which was very kind of them. Will definitely be renting this property again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning 1920s Bungalow

We've rented many VRBO rentals over the years, and this lakefront bungalow was top-notch! Marty and Jolene are excellent hosts. The home was immaculately clean and has all the amenities you could ask for. We highly recommend this lovely home and we hope to go back again soon. Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Thank you for your kind remarks. It was a pleasure to have you and your family, and we hope you return soon. Jolene
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful lakefront holiday

Once again this idyllic lakefront property exceeded our expectations! Comfortable and welcoming, fully equipped kitchen, sandy beach with kayaks, everything in perfect working order and friendly helpful hosts! We were even lucky enough to view the festive Crooked Lake holiday boat parade…loved it!! Thanks again Jolene and Marty!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2022
Thank you for your kind remarks. It is always a pleasure to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake house

This is the perfect house for relaxing by the lake. The house is very clean and fully stocked with everything you could need. There is a lovely large patio in the back perfect for enjoying the lake views. The best part is the tiki hut on the beach! There is a marina and many restaurants nearby. The owners are a pleasure. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2022
Thank you for your remarks. So happy you were able to enjoy our Bungalow again. Please come again when you can get away.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Week

My girl friends had so much fun! They are already talking about next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
Happy to hear of future dates. 😄
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jolene and Marty’s place could not have been a better experience. This charming cottage sits right on the lake with a beach and an absolutely beautiful view. Sitting on the porch or on the sand, you get the full experience. Jolene has provided everything you could want. We walked in the park in Lake Wales a few miles away, again beautiful place and friendly people. We ate at the Crooked Bass, great food!! We enjoyed meals on the deck after grilling out. Publix is a few short miles away for everything you need. We had the BEST experience. Come check out this place, you won’t be disappointed!!
Evening sunset
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2025
We are pleased that you enjoyed your week at the Crooked Lake Bungalow and our surrounding community. It is always our desire to provide a place of rest and rejuvenation to our guests. The natural beauty of the lake is an added feature. We do hope you will return in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful reunion with old friends

Crooked Lake clear and warm . a delight to swim and kayak . spotlessly clean bungalow . well appointed kitchen and bath with more than we could need . lovely hosts . only problem one of us had a recent knee surgery so had problems getting up and down steps . hopefully this will not be a problem next time as we would like very much to go back . Thanks for a lovely stay .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
It was a pleasure to have you and hope you will return for another "reunion".
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Piece of Heaven!

Our family stayed at the cottage while visiting family in town. The cottage was better than expected! The bedrooms were comfortable and the kitchen well equiped. It was very clean and truthfully, I was a little worried about bugs....but we didn't see a single one! Anything we forgot, we found avaliable in the cottage! The best part was sipping coffee on the back porch overlooking the lake each morning. Those sunrises and sunsets are breathtaking! I could get used to that! We will definitly be booking again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2024
Thank you for your kind remarks. It is our pleasure to have folks enjoy the Cottage and make great family memories here.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful sunsets, gorgeous lake views in a peaceful setting.

This Annual family trip to Bok Tower Gardens turned out to be one of the best times ever…..we really enjoyed our stay at this perfect cottage. The amount of care put into this home rings true ….everywhere you turn. The children enjoyed the kayaks and fishing while adults relaxed on the huge covered porch overlooking the sanded shoreline and beautiful lake. Thank you Jolene and Marty for a pleasant and memorial vacation! We will be back xo Susan and family
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!

The beauty of this place is beyond belief. Top it off with wonderful hosts, makes this one of the best experiences! Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Howell for making our our stay over Thanksgiving just magic!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2021
Thank you, Donna for your kind remarks. We strive to maintain a comfortable, relaxing and thoughtful experience for our guests. We hope you will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous 1920's Lake Bungalow

The minute we arrived at this beautiful 1920's lake front bungalow, I felt right at home. Reminded me so much of my grandmother's house. The place was cozy and updated but still had that "vintage" feel. The rooms were all spacious. Every amenity was available. They thought of everything! The covered porch facing the lake was a great place to relax in a rocking chair. Then to sit by the lake under the chickee hut was just what I needed. Watching and listening to all the birds. Even saw a Bald Eagle. Took one day to visit Bok Tower and it did not disappoint. Unfortunately we were unable to kayak but plan to next visit. The owners were fabulous and so nice! I highly recommend this rental for a nice getaway. We will definitely be back!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2021
Thank you for your kind remarks. It is our goal to provide a comfortable and relaxing, environment for our guests. We do hope you will return. Jolene and Marty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Me and my sister and our families booked this house for a long weekend for my mom for Mother’s Day and it was amazing! They have everything that you would need from beach towels to cooking needs! We all had a blast and we can’t wait to go back! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2021
It was good to have you and we do hope you will return.
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