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Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina

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Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 245 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina

You'll love this unique romantic escape located in historic downtown Sanford!
Top of the line Houseboat and you will be amazed at all the amenities that fit on this 12x40 floating tiny home.
Nicely suited for one couple. Just one step to get in.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 480 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Maximum capacity at anytime is 4 persons

Do not lose gate key! $200 lost key fee $200 lock out fee The marina will not help you. If late at night, you will be locked out until the next day!!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Floating Bungalow Historic Sanford Lake Monroe Marina located?

Located in the heart of Sanford, this houseboat is steps away from Lake Monroe and St. Johns Rivership. Art Affair Gallery and Jeanine Taylor Folk Art are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with a very comfy bed. Didnt stay in for any sunsets but the sunrise from the porch was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very nice and accommodating. The houseboat was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great experience, so relaxing on the water. The house was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Cute house. It’s close enough to walk to restaurants and shops. Look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Amazing place to stay!

Everything about our stay was fabulous! The houseboat is well equipped, clean and so close to everything. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Wonderful place!

We had anamazing stay on this cute little houseboat. So relaxing sitting on the back deck on an evening after a busy day! Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

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

Sanford Floating Bungalow

We had an amazing two nights on the boathouse at Sanford Marina. We look forward to coming back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet everybody friendly will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole F.

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

Unique vacation

Nice accommodations exactly as advertised. Sleepy little town, not much goes on until the weekend. Lots of nice restaurants you can walk to
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a unique and relaxing stay, this is it. The houseboat was clean, comfortable, and exactly what we were hoping for. Being right in the marina made it incredibly easy to walk to everything or just walk the lake trail. The back deck was the perfect spot to start the day with coffee as the sun rises and end it with a cold beer watching the sunset.The hosts made everything easy; check-in and check-out were simple, and there were zero surprises or issues during our stay. We didn’t need to reach out for anything because it was all taken care of. We would definitely recommend this spot and are already planning to book again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky N.

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

Getaway

We stayed 2 nights on the houseboat and enjoyed the quiet. WE enjoyed exploring the sweet town of Sanford and at eat a couple really nice restaurants. Plus, went out on the Barbara Lee for a dinner cruise what had a live band. We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Simply amazing!

This is basically a cool apartment on the water, normal bathroom, shower, and kitchen appliances. The best boat house we have ever stayed on and that has been a few. A must stay if you are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franklin K.

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

Unique and relaxing stay

We were pleasantly pleased with the comfort and cleanliness that this houseboat provided. It had all comforts of home. The outside decks were a great place to relax and review our days events. The location made walking to downtown Sanford and all of it's shops and restaurants very easy. What a great stay we had and plan to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma N.

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

Floating fun in the sun

We absolutely loved our stay at the little floating houseboat. It was such a lovely mini vacay……so cute and charming. The owners were so welcoming and helpful. We enjoyed the historic area which is very near by, strolling along the river walk and also took a ride in the river boat. A delightful, relaxing way to spend a few days. I definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanny V.

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

Floating Paradise

Beautifully decorated, modern, spic n span. This gem has all the necessities you would need to spend a relaxing time on the water. Close to town with restaurants to meet any desires from sandwiches to steaks. Take a walk along Lake Monroe enjoying the outdoors. Enjoyed our stay and will probably return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice & Ann L.

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

Wonderful Sanford waterfront floating cabin

Owners are great folks. A/C works perfectly, clean, great bed, large fridge and the best location in Sanford. What else does a couple need. Don't pass this one up.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck F.

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

Recommend staying

Me and my wife had a wonderful time staying on the houseboat. I would stay there again and recommend anyone to staying there. The steak and seafood and Italian restaurant are just a very short walk away. We met a few people that have boats in the marina. They were very nice to speak with. The owner was very nice and allowed us to check in early and check out a couple hours late.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel N.

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

A fun floating bungalow

This was our first time staying in a floating bungalow, and my wife and I had such a good time. The bungalow is kept very clean and organized and is such a nice place to stay. A big thank you to Jay and Teresa for being such good hosts and for answering the questions we had about the bungalow and our stay there. They were very helpful and replied promptly to our questions. Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Individual get away

This property was exactly what I hoped it would be. I was traveling by myself, visiting some friends, and wanted a place to just get away and relax. I really enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the water having breakfast, and at night just unwinding with a cup of coffee. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Best Waterfront Getaway

This houseboat is the absolute best getaway!!!! So adorable, wonderful area, conveniently located!!! The houseboat was super clean & had everything we needed for our relaxing weekend. We loved hanging out on the porch with the amazing view & wonderful breezes! We were greeted each morning by turtles, fish, & birds. I can't say enough about our host, Jay! He was super resonator& went above & beyond!! We'll definitely be staying again!! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Nicole Fleming

Beautiful little town with great eateries! The boat was very clean, it was nice and relaxing sitting out on the deck enjoying the turtles, birds, gators and fish. The only thing that I think needs to be looked at is the bed, It was very uncomfortable. We left a day early because we couldn't sleep in it any longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

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

Amazing Houseboat

Amazing houseboat. Great location in downtown Sanford. Walk to nearby shops, restaurants & bars. Full kitchen with all the full size appliances & accessories you need. Great bedding. Two outdoor seating areas, including the rooftop. Owners are responsive, professional & courteous. 5 stars / Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Great place - perfect tocation!

This was a little charmer! The property was immaculately clean and a very well equipped and supplied home with great AC and comfy bed. The bathroom was surprisingly bigger than I expected on a boat and the kitchen had nice full size appliances (small dishwasher but we did not use it) and plenty of cookware, utensils, dishes, glasses, etc. if one wanted to cook. Easy walk to many restaurants, bars, shops, nice long riverwalk. Great communication with the owner. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this sweet place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Best way to see Sanford

This was better than staying in a hotel. It was very clean and nicely decorated. kitchen is well equipped with nice dishes and pots and pans. Wish it had a keurig. The bed was very comfy with nice bedding. living room has a nice tv and comfy clean furniture. The shower had great pressure and there was plenty of hot water. The upper outdoor deck was great. the furniture could be replaced, but it didn't stop us from enjoying it every night. There is a grill, but it is electric. All of the neighboring boat's were very friendly and respectful. No loud parties. You don't know that you are on a boat when inside. the boat is well tied off. It has enough room for 2 adult's and maybe a child. Would definitly love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house boat! Clean and a great location to historic downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie V.

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

Relaxing stay on the water

We enjoyed our stay, a very unique experience. The host was very responsive, the property is clean and decorated nicely. Morning coffee on the patio was the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025