Charming Floating Cottage on the St. Johns River in Sanford, Florida
"It was just what I needed. Quite and a perfect place to decompress!"
This charming floating cottage is a cozy upscale getaway that floats on the scenic St. Johns River in rural Sanford, Florida, thirty-five miles away from Disney World, Universal studios and urban Orlando. Glampers wanting relaxation, replenishment, or exploration will find the environment they need in this magical cottage.
Poised to delight, Floating Cottage provides a unique setting to relax, replenish and explore. The sweet yellow cottage defines social distancing, afloat on the river. It is thoroughly cleaned and refreshed between guests, including being sanitized and disinfected.
2 beds
- 1 Queen-size bed
- 1 Sofa bed
Features and services
- Wi-Fi/Internet
- Shared Outdoor pool
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Boat dock
- Private Barbecue
- Coffeemaker
- Hairdryer
- Television
COVID-19 Actions
The cottage is perfect for social distancing and is cleaned and disinfected between guest stays.
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Accommodation rules
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Check-in: 04:00 PM
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Check out: 11:00 AM
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Infants allowed Under 2 years old
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Children allowed 2-12 years old
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No smoking
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No parties
- No events
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Some spaces are shared
As this is a floating cottage, parents of toddlers should contact the host prior to booking.
There are stairs with a sturdy handrail to the loft bedroom. The cottage is not suitable for guests with mobility limitations as access requires walking down a ramp with handrails to a floating dock, then a ten to fourteen inch step onto the back porch.
The cottage is strictly a non-smoking environment, indoors or on the porches.
Because this is a cottage, floating in a marina over which the host has no control, the host requests that you acknowledge the Risks & Assumption of Risk & Responsibility of Guests.
By making this reservation at the Floating Cottage, I agree to the following:
This is a legal agreement between myself, to be known as the Guest, and the Host, which is collectively to be known as Floating Cottage, LLC, its owners, employees, trustees, heirs and/or assignees. As Guest, I take full responsibility and assume all liabilities to others caused entirely or partially by myself, my minor children, my friends and/or family members and their minor children that are staying or visiting me during my stay at the Floating Cottage. I fully understand that the liability that I am assuming extends to any bodily Injury, accidents, illnesses, paralysis, drowning and/or death, loss of personal property and expenses thereof as a result of any accident which may occur during my stay at the cottage. I completely understand, agree to and accept all liability for all persons staying or visiting me at the Floating Cottage during my stay even if these injuries, death, or loss of personal property were due to the negligence of the Host.
I acknowledge that I am aware of the risks associated with my stay at the Floating Cottage accommodation and I release the host, of any liability associated with my stay at this accommodation. I understand fully that this agreement is a contract that is legally binding upon me personally. I further understand that by the booking of my reservation, I am waiving valuable legal rights including any and all rights I may have against the Host. I also agree to hold the Host harmless and to indemnify the Host for any accidents, injuries and/or resulting deaths which may befall me, my guests and any minor children.
Be kind to the environment and take care of the surroundings.
Cancellation policy: Fifteen
Location and surroundings
Sanford, Florida (United States of America)
Detailed location provided after booking
- Beach
- Forest
- National Park
- Lake
Activities
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Water sports
- Biking
- Kayaking/Canoeing
- Fishing
- Boating/Sailing
- Wildlife watching
- Golfing
Glampers can relax on the porch while watching marina activity, or venture out by kayak or boat to observe the richly scenic views and wildlife of the St. Johns and Wekiva Rivers. Guests of this cottage receive a 15% discount on boat rentals. In Old Town Sanford, guests will find a medley of great restaurants, shops, and art galleries, with a monthly "Alive After Five" event with music, food trucks, and art walks. Sanford also has the picturesque, mile-long Riverwalk, lined with shade trees, gazebos, and swinging benches where visitors can relax on the grass under the sun.
The area is a delight for bird-watchers with a plethora of varieties in beautiful surroundings. Nearby Merritt Island National Refuge and the Audubon Raptor Center are each within a 90-minute drive from the cottage and offer a world of wildlife observations. Boating upriver or driving to the Blue Springs and Crystal Springs areas offer unique opportunities to see and swim with manatees.
While the peace, wildlife, and beauty of the river location are the major draw to the cottage, those who covet a metropolitan excursion can motor to the greater Orlando area, with large tourist attractions like Universal Studios and Disney World in just an hour. The metropolitan Orlando area is extensive, with hundreds of restaurants, music venues, museums, art galleries, and sponsored city events to choose from. Guests of the bungalow can also venture into the Black Bear Wilderness Area or take advantage of the many foot and bike trails nearby.
Guests have full access to the marina swimming pool and coin-operated laundry facility.