Escape to Banana River House, a tranquil 2-acre tropical oasis nestled along the South Tropical Trail. Experience an unforgettable getaway in this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with a private pool and patio perfect for barbecues.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7204 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!
Situated in a gated, 2-acre tropical oasis next to a fruit orchard, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home along South Tropical Trail is close to everything! Take the relaxing riverfront drive to exciting beaches, air force bases, wildlife refuges, space centers, high-end shopping, and great oceanfront restaurants! Experience the magic of Disney about 1 hour away or stay at home to barbecue on the patio, swim in the enclosed private pool, or simply just kick back in the lovely, air-conditioned home!
-- THE PROPERTY --
2,200 Sq Ft | AC | Swimming Pool
Space to spread out, a quiet location along the river, and ideal proximity to the beach is all available at this tropical vacation rental - 'Banana River House' is perfect for families and beachgoers!
Bedroom Suite 1: King Bed | Bedroom Suite 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Sunroom: Twin Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened-in pool area, outdoor seating, gated 2 acres of tropical lush privacy SHARED OUTDOOR AMENITIES: Dock, pond, tropical hut INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen Smart TV, live edge dining table, power reclining couches, fireplace, large picture windows w/ views of tropical private yard, hardwood & tile floors, sunroom KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, coffee maker, cooking basics, 3-person breakfast bar GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, central heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, Ring doorbell (facing out) FAQ: Pet fee (dogs only, maximum 2 allowed, paid pre-trip) PARKING: Driveway w/ 2 gated entrances (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
BEACHES: Pineda Beach Park (5.2 miles), Tables Beach (9.6 miles), Hightower Beach (6.3 miles), Pelican Beach Park (8.2 miles), Paradise Beach & Park (11.6 miles), Cocoa Beach (12.6 miles) GOLF: Manatee Cove Golf Course (4.8 miles), Moon Golf (5.8 miles), Baytree National Golf Links (9.5 miles), Indian River Colony Club (11.7 miles), Mallards Landing Golf Course (8.7 miles) ATTRACTIONS: Disney World (70.8 miles), Universal Studios (70.8 miles), Wildlife Refuge (33.8 miles), Kennedy Space Center (24.3 miles) RESTAURANT: Cuban Island Restaurant (10.7 miles), The Fat Snook (9.8 miles), Bizzarro (5.4 miles), Goombay's Island Grill (5.7 miles) AIRPORT: Orlando International Airport (56.9 miles), Orlando Melbourne International Airport (13.8 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Dog friendly with $250 fee (+ fees & taxes, maximum 2 allowed) - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Please note the property is suitable for children - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - The Maximum occupancy is firm at 7 this includes daytime guests and children, violation of this and other policies listed may result in eviction from the home with a lose of all funds paid and/or additional fines imposed - NOTE: Only 2 cars are allowed to be parked at the property - NOTE: Trailers are not allowed on the property, because they will clip the side wall upon entering due to their size - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, all facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces* - NOTE: This property shares the dock, pond, and tropical hut with additional vacation rentals on-site - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring Doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Dock
Garden
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the sea
On a river
Things to do
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 50 pets are allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Merritt Island, this holiday home is on a river. The Maxwell C. King Center and Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens and I Dream Of Jeannie Lane. Check out an event or a game at USSSA Space Coast Complex, and consider making time for Brevard Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating. Visit our Merritt Island travel guide
Does Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Georgiana Cemetery, Patrick AFB Clinic and Seagull Park Beach. Suntree Driving Range and The Maxwell C. King Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We stayed here for 5 nights and fell in love with this property. Beautiful and relaxing, but close enough to everything you need. Our kids loved all the space to run and play, and we loved the lush and quiet property. We would love to return!!
Perfect Stay for our Baseball Tournament at Space Coast Stadium
The house was perfect, everything the description says and even more spacious that anticipated. It was very clean, easy to access and in great location to the events we were in town for. The outside area and common grounds were immaculacy maintained. The pond and tiki house were awesome and access to the dock on the Indian River was great. I would highly recommend this property.
The banana house and the grounds is a great place to relax and chill. The host and owner were very accommodating to our needs.I would definitely go back and highly recommend. Thanks, Lou and Heather!
Check-in was simple since the gate and front door codes were provided via email ahead of time. The kitchen was equipped with the basics, except for wine glasses…but we managed! ;) The pool was nice and relaxing after a day on the baseball fields. The property is beautiful and filled with mango trees with fruit ripe for picking! We really enjoyed seeing the chickens in their gorgeous coop. We enjoyed a view of an early morning SpaceX launch from the front yard. The towels and washcloths are luxurious. Loved the folding table in the laundry room!
Quick transaction. Heather was responsive to all inquiry. The property was immaculate. Every one in the family gave a thumbs up for the place, even our dog had a big smile on his face when he step into the property. Ample space to move around; comfortable bed. The view of the orchard and the pond is amazing. Most specially , the view of the sunset from the dock is breathtaking. 40 mins from Kennedy Space Center and about 1.5 hours to Disney World. Our family had a wonderful time and would definitely come back.
Helen C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael
14 July 2025
Peaceful private estate!
This is a great house for relaxing away from the crowds and tourists. Very private and quiet. The house is decorated beautifully with high end finishes and furnishings. No details left out! I would and will definitely be back. A few things I’d change to make it perfect. A optional golf cart to drive to the boat dock and other areas would be appreciated by guests. As you are not allowed to drive your vehicle to the other areas and must walk.A boat lift at the dock would be nice. We brought our boat and planned to use the dock to tie up. But, after inspecting the dock height and condition there was a risk of damaging our boat. So, we decided we’d just trailer back and forth to the ramp each day.A larger tv in the living room would be nice. The living room is very large and guests set pretty far away from the tv.
Michael
Verified
6/10 Okay
cookie h.
16 Jan 2020
Liked: Check-in
just average
The 3rd bedroom is not really a bedroom, but a room with pocket doors off the living room. There was 1/3 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and that was it. Toilet seat was cracked completely through on the hallway bathroom. Master toilet doesn't really flush properly. Someone before us had a dog there and there was pet hair still around from their visit, and if you have allergies, best plan to bring your own tissues. Kitchen was clean, as were the showers. Very handy to have washer and dryer on premises. Not a great location if you want to take a morning walk since it is off a busy road. Overall I would say it is average, but suggest owners at least provide more than a roll of toilet paper, paper towels and include a tissue box for the house. Location was convenient to surrounding areas.
Lovely property. Furnishings of the home were nice. Though the appliances like the dishwasher, toaster and microwave could use an upgrade. Toaster was very small that you couldn’t fit a piece of bread in it and the microwave barely fit a microwaveable bag of popcorn. The dishwasher door has to be pushed into alignment to close the door. The interior lighting was very dark in the living room and dinning room area and a few pot lights continuously flickered. There is a bbq grill but renters need to fill the propane tank which I found to be odd since if I filled it, I’d be filling it for several other guests and no instructions how to replace the propane tank or where to go for a replacement, so can’t really consider that a grill is available for use. Property manager was very responsive and helpful. This is a nice home but the little details to make this home a wonderful rental property should be considered.
Maria L.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly & Sam
26 Aug 2022
Absolute Heaven
What a beautiful gift ~ a tropical paradise! The house was immaculate and one of our kids said as we walked in “I love how this place really feels like home” :) Our children played for hours in the pool, fished (caught 3 delicious red fish!), wandered through the fruit orchard enjoying the Florida wildlife, and relaxed on the hammock in the lotus pond. The lovely owner, Lou, couldn’t have been more hospitable as he gave us a guided tour of all the fruit trees and showed us around the new renovations to the site. We spent most sunrises & sunsets on the dock swing watching dolphins, manatees, and sting rays swimming around and listening to the songs of so many varieties of Florida birds. This wasn’t our first stay here at the River House and it most certainly will not be our last!
Thank you so much ~ we really look forward to our next stay with you!
We couldn't be more pleased with the home and property. Very well kept, very clean and super peaceful. We stayed a full week and will for sure be coming back next year. Their attention to details is outstanding, first class.
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property and recommend it for everyone. It is both peaceful and calm and located next to everywhere you want to be or go.
The house was beautiful and roomy, and then property was amazing. We took a family walk every evening. Close to the beaches and restaurants. Great place to stay with you family. Heather was very helpful and quick to respond
We truly enjoyed our stay. The house and the property exceeded our expectations. Lou the property owner was very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend the property!
Seth
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melinda
15 Aug 2021
Fabulous Family-Friendly Home
The home was a wonderful place for our family of 4 to get away with a set of grandparents. The pictures do not do it justice. It's in beautiful, perfect condition, and there was plenty of space for everyone with well-appointed bathrooms and large bedrooms. Nice, high quality beds, linens, and towels. (Thank you for including the body wash, shampoo, and conditioner!) There is a terrific long dining room table that was ideal for having our meals together. Very nice kitchen. The pool was also the perfect size for my family and we gave it *a lot* of use! The grounds are gorgeous and well maintained. Loved the tiki huts and the dock had a gorgeous view at sunset! We were close to everything that we wanted including beaches and restaurants. Also: our contact through Evolve was wonderful - rapidly responsive and very helpful. Thank you very much!
Melinda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lance
3 Aug 2021
Excellent Vacation Spot
This Oasis spot that is divide by the Indian & Banana River is incredible property! it’s your owe hideaway! The property is very relax with just hanging in the house or lounging by the pool or a small walk down to the dock to take in the evening sunset! It is close to any thing that may be needed during the stay shopping, sporting complexes and entertainment/ beaches. We had a great time on this vacation!
This home was clean, had everything you could possible want in a vacation home. The quiet, serene location and friendly staff went over and above to help with whatever our family needed.
South Merritt Island is a tropical wonderland. We felt like we were in Bali while staying at this nicely-sized open concept home with a casual surfer-in-paradise vibe. Natural teak and wood finishes inside to meet beautiful grounds and nearby beaches and other attractions outside. If you prefer a nature-focused getaway to neveau-glitz, take a leap and stay here.
This place may be older, but it is spotless, everything was as the pictures represent, everything worked. We had a chance to text with the owner, and he was accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Very nice home in a perfect location. Simple and easy check in and out, no hassle of going to a rental office or having to schedule a meeting with someone. The back yard trail leads to a dock that is simply magnificent and will give you a perfect view of the breathtaking sunset nightly.
Overall good place on Merritt Island, Huge garden and house with all necessary items in kitchen etc. Unfortunately the place is close to the the street and the heater is a bit noisy. Nevertheless, we enjoyed the week and had really good and relaxing holidays. Thanks to the team