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Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, Netflix, Hulu, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment

This charming apartment lies in an old, well-established, friendly, safe, and quiet Sanford neighborhood surrounded by expansive grounds, mature live oak trees, and colorful gardens. Downtown Sanford is an easy 16-block walk or bike ride passing historic, restored residences. Once downtown, you'll encounter seemingly endless sightseeing, shopping, dining, and relaxation opportunities in our many varied and unique shops, restaurants, pubs, and micro-breweries.

The grounds and gardens offer a pleasant environment to stroll and a popular venue for photographing bridal reveals and engagements.

The private apartment exudes an "old Florida" feel, boasting original pickled cypress paneling, large living room and bedroom, and a newly-remodeled, full kitchen. Two outside decks offer leisurely relaxation in a garden setting with views of the 1-acre grounds and park across the street. The bedroom has a reading area, desk & chair, and a king-size bed. The living room has seating for nine and a 40" flat-panel "smart" television with over-the-air channels and basic free video streaming. If you have a compatible streaming account, you can log in with your credentials and enjoy those services. We also provide free high speed Wi-Fi Internet access.

We are on a 2-block long street with a "tee" intersection at each end, where traffic is minimal and "well-behaved". Ample parking is always available on the street.

One exterior security camera monitors the stairway leading to the north deck of the Rooftop Garden Apartment.

Property manager

Sarah & John Miller

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking/vaping inside nor on decks or grounds.

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 550 sq ft (51 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: No crib or child's bed. Not "child-proofed".

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fully Renovated "old Florida"
Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment Sanford
Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment Apartment
Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment Apartment Sanford

About the area

Map
Sanford, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic Downtown Sanford - 2 min drive
  • St. Johns Rivership - 3 min drive
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 4 min drive
  • Lake Mary Station - 9 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Barn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment located?

Located in the heart of Sanford, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Princess Theater, Wayne Dench Performing Arts Center and Historic Downtown Sanford. Art Affair Gallery and Sanford Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Fully Renovated "Old Florida" Apartment Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place!
Very nice place! Very quiet and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Very nice people and enjoyed talking to them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away Respite
My college daughter and I met for a couple days midway between us to get away. We had no idea what a great little town Sanford is! Our stay at the "Old Florida" apartment was just right-great location, extremely clean, great communication, lovely decor and thoughtful amenities. We took full advantage of the beautiful decks overlooking the gardens and loved being in the space. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice L., Homosassa, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A+++
We really appreciated ALL the amenities provided throughout the apartment! We LOVED the location, decor and cleanliness!! Had fun riding our bikes to and from town. Sanford provided beauty + interesting history :) :) Gary and I are VERY happy we chose this rental!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
Very cozy, clean, and comfortable! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous retreat
Visiting family for the weekend, found this to be a beautiful and serene place to land. Loved the secret bookcase! Will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozily Eclectic Storybook Style
Conveniently appointed with everything you need to easily settle in… full kitchen and surprisingly large master and spacious shower bath. Dormer windows enable you to see all views, including your street parking. Private patio provided a spacious and beautiful view of extended manicured lawn in a lovely tree-lined neighborhood. Recommend bringing a hair dryer and luggage that’s easy to carry up two short flights of stairs—I will always choose the Rooftop Garden Apartment for my stays in historic, Stanford. Hosts are kind and responsive.. perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
We loved the little apartment. I do have a few recommendations though. The left motion light for the bed was a bit bright and very sensitive so it woke me up a few times. And the trash can in the restroom would be better in my opinion simply for guests who are having their monthly visit with aunt flow. Everything was perfect otherwise. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness
How Many Ways Can We Say "PERFECT" ??
Gorgeous neighborhood and home with a superbly appointed apartment for us to spend our week. The hosts were warm and inviting and I believe we have made new friends with these folks :) We give a 5 star plus rating to this stay and we look forward to booking with them every time we come to Sanford, which is a delightful town. Thank you to the Millers for making our daughter's wedding celebration week fabulous!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooftop garden getaway
Enjoyed the decks and beautiful garden setting. John and Sarah were always available to help with any requests.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
❤️
Property was amazing and so clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy S., collinwood, tn

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice apartment, everything we needed
Great location in Sanford. Nice quiet neighborhood. Street parking in front of the main house. It wouldn’t be ideal if it was rainy due to the trek through the yard, around the house, and up the stairs across the deck though. Very clean and had everything you could need. Completely stocked kitchen and bathroom. Great little desk area. Two nice decks for relaxing. Comfy bed with nice linens. Nice swing in a big tree in the garden area you walk through to get to the apt. But don’t sit in it. They’ll turn the sprinklers on you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve E., Edgewater

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and cozy
Location was perfect for what we needed. The upstairs apartment was clean and had all the amenities that we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very clean. Quaint little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

asher a.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful and comfortable
The property and the neighborhood are just enchanting. The inside of the VRBO was neat, pretty, and comfortable. The bed didn't hurt my back! Areas to improve: It would be nice to have a path to follow around to the stairs to the apartment. The railing on the stairs was a little splintery and the stairway a little overgrown. There were a few cobwebs and the shower wasn't the cleanest - a little mold, someone's hair. I would stay again though. I'd love to go at a time of year when the weather be more conducive to making use of the gorgeous deck. It really was like a story book every time we'd drive up to and walk around the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage in the Trees
I absolutely loved my 4 night stay, top of the list for accommodations if I return to Sanford. A peaceful retreat in the trees everything you could possibly want or need in the cottage. The decor created a lovely atmosphere, and the deck was outstanding. Sarah is very kind, I think we could chat over coffee or a bottle of wine! Next time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kristy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful get away
Rental was well appointed, cozy and comfortable. Loved the the private deck. John and Sarah made sure my husband and I felt welcome. What would have made the stay that much nicer was a softer bed and the bedroom darker at night. There was a lot of light coming in from the street lights and flood light. Overall I would recommend it to friends and would go back for a short visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved staying at this property!
We loved staying at this property! It was so peaceful and relaxing. The grounds were beautiful, which made our deck-time the best! John & Sarah were very attentive to us, making sure that we had everything we needed to make our stay wonderful. We look forward to future visits!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Sanford
John and Sarah were great and fun to get to know. We would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo S., Elgin

Liked: Cleanliness
All good
I will stay again if I need a place in Sanford area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jarrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Cute little rental and the owners are lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurue R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful surroundings, everything you need!
Beautiful surroundings, everything you need, I would’ve enjoyed a larger television to watch movies etc. and the round table very was awkward to maneuver also AND MOST IMPORTANTLY none of the windows had black out so we were forced to have the light of the neighbor shining on us all night but overall , lovely , peaceful and fab I would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Wonderful Stay!
This was our second time at this property and it was another amazing experience! The apartment is perfect for the two of us. It's immaculately clean and so very comfortable. Although John and Sarah were not there, they had thought of everything. There was water in the fridge, and tea on the counter. This will be our new go to place in Florida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ethan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming stay in Sanford
The apartment was perfect for the weekend. So close to downtown Sanford, it made the weekend. I love coming down to visit and John and Sarah are the best! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to relax
All around great experience. Incredible hosts and accommodations and surrounded by beautiful plants, hummingbirds and butterflies.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022