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❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches

Family-friendly holiday home in Fort Lauderdale

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Living Area.Roku Smart TV and Basic Cable TV included during your stay
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Lesa's Retreat Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Retreat Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches

Retreat to a cozy, perfectly located, tastefully furnished two bedroom, 1 bathroom private house just 5 minutes away from beautiful downtown Fort Lauderdale. Fully Equipped With:
✓ Fully stocked kitchen
✓ Free High Speed Wi-fi
✓ Parking (5 cars)
✓ Washer/Dryer
✓ Smart TV Set Up (With Premium Sound).
Less than 10 minutes to FLL/Hollywood Airport & Port Everglades, Las Olas, & Las Olas Beach, Water Taxi, Restaurants & Nightlife. Minutes away from The Hard Rock Casino and Chase Stadium (Inter Miami CF Stadium)

The space

Cozy 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom private house in the heart of historic Sailboat Bend community. This beautiful home sleeps 5 (extra bed available upon request) and offers a fully stocked kitchen including a Keurig Coffee Machine, cookware, silverware, full sized washer and dryer. It’s your home away from home conveniently located close to I95 and 595.

Guest access

Private keypad entrance. Backyard patio with seating area, private driveway with parking for up to 5 cars.

Video Surveillance: – The Property has security cameras placed in the front deck/parking lot area. This video footage is not shared and is recorded for liability reasons in the cases of a break-in, death, injury, guests sneaking in pets, guests disregarding the maximum occupancy allowed, and in no way infringes upon the guests’ expectations of privacy in these public areas of the property. Any attempt at disabling or obscuring the cameras is prohibited and may result in the guest being evicted without refund. The full deposit will be forfeited if any of the above are found. You will also be asked to leave the property immediately without any money returned.
“People look for retreats for themselves, in the country, by the coast, or in the hills . . . There is nowhere that a person can find a more peaceful and trouble-free retreat than in his own mind. . . . So constantly give yourself this retreat, and renew yourself.”

- MARCUS AURELIUS



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children over the age of 5
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Government Issued Photo ID Will Be Requested At Time Of Booking. *Fees will apply for Early Check-in and Late Check-Out.*
- Locals Must Communicate With Me Before Booking.
- Service Animals are allowed. Service Animals Must be identified prior to confirmation and arrival. Please inquire prior to booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1381805vb
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, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fort Lauderdale

Located in Downtown Fort Lauderdale, a neighbourhood in Fort Lauderdale, this holiday home is in a rural area. Port Everglades and Bahia Mar Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Las Olas Boulevard and Dania Pointe. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hard Rock Stadium or Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL

Getting around

  • Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) - 13 min walk
  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Revolution Live - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Original Fat Cats - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Snappers Fish & Chicken - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches?

As of 1 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$1,228, 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.

What time is check-in at ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ❤️Lesa's Retreat❤️ Fort Lauderdale - Minutes Away from Las Olas & Area Beaches located?

This family-friendly Fort Lauderdale holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Las Olas Boulevard. Museum of Discovery and Science and Riverwalk are also within 10 minutes. Fort Lauderdale Brightline Train Station (FBT) is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect little place with in walking distance to most things
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Getaway

Adorable house that was in fantastic condition and spotless. We felt very welcome and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Hello Teresa, Thank you for the wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you! Come see us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!!

Everything about this place was great! Management was spot on with everything. Perfect for family of 4. Definitely will be booking next year for tortuga!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Great location. Stayed with my dog. Everything was just as advertised. Fun nice neighborhood. The host is a really nice guy. Would like to stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Nice quiet location very neat and clean property everything was functioning. Looking to definitely stay again! Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2024
Hi Darren. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your group. You’re more than welcome to stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect chill stay

I loved Lisa & Craig’s home. My mom is in a wheelchair & she was able to roam freely around with no issues. The beds were comfortable and everything looked as it does in the photos. The location was convenient and the home itself was tucked away with a fenced backyard, perfect for privacy. I will definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 November 2023
Hi Charliene, Thank you for booking your stay and thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on your stay and the property. I am looking forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The perfect stay with amazing amenities!

Judy's home made our stay that much more enjoyable! The house was just as pictured and described. She was very communicative leading up to our stay as well as during, and went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of. I've stayed in a lot of rentals, and Judy by far offered the most amazing amenities...everything you could possibly want or need during your stay was provided. She is SO thoughtful!! The snacks and wine were much appreciated :) I would DEF recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Hi Gina! Thank you for your thoughtful and wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you. Please feel free to book with us again!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

L isting was misleading

Size , clearness was veru misleading. Very small , especially bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2023
Hi David, I am sorry you felt that the listing was misleading. The images shared and description are exact. The listing is described as a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment. I do not know how big would you expect the bathroom to be.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good overall experience, property needs improvements

Perfect size for a small family. Our dog enjoyed having a fully fenced yard. Proximity to parks, restaurants, and everything downtown was ideal. There is one issue with this property- the air quality. The mini split in the kitchen works fine, but each bedroom has a wall AC, both of which are full of mold. We brought an air purifier, and it read 79%, so not good. The house has a moldy smell as well. Other than that, we had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2025
Hi Gherard, Thank you for your feedback, I will address the air conditioning issue in the bedrooms, the filters are cleaned often. I am glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Retreat from this “retreat”

The photos posted do not match how the property actually looks. I was extremely disappointed. I never actually stayed in the house it was so bad. I had to find a hotel which was such an inconvenience because it was spring break. I will never book another home on VRBO. Everyone’s level of cleanliness is NOT the same. The house smelled really bad, the ceiling in the kitchen is crumbling, it’s not a house but a duplex, the bathroom tub was horrible and so was the mat, the couches were very soiled and not clean at all. It appears that anyone posts anything just to make a quick buck now days. I’m not sure who reviewed this house and said it was clean but that scares me. I’m ex military so I’m very meticulous. The host gave me a hard time when I told him there was no way I could stay there. It smelled of mold and animal which I’m extremely allergic to. NEVER AGAIN.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2023
Megan, respectfully you did not even stay long enough for your complaints to even have an validity. The name on the account and the person I sent the welcome message to via SMS were two different people. When you addressed the concerns via SMS and not on the platform I gave you options, and that option was to contact VRBO since you were dissatisfied. I contacted VRBO and addressed both yours and my concerns. My reviews are all organic. The couch was not stained. Yes it is a duplex hence why in the description it says apartment. Your reading and comprehension skills need a tune up. The place smells of air freshners and not mold. And since you’re ex-military and so “meticulous” understand that this is not a military base amd if that is what you’re looking for then I suggest you stay at a military base. AND I NEVER GAVE YOU A HARD TIME. I have screenshots of the text message and the phone call with VRBO is recorded. Surprising behavior from ex-military. Self reflection is needed on your end.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A week in Florida.

First time in florida. One week is not enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a quick getaway

Lesa's Retreat was exactly as advertised. We read reviews that the neighborhood could be noisy but we did not experience this at all. The only noise we experienced were some noisy neighbors staying in the adjoining home. The home was extremely clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Expectation's granted

The fresh scent and overall cleanliness upon first entry were very exceptional. The neighborhood and location to hot spots were also great. Would definitely recommend this home as a getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2022
Hi John, Thank you so much for your feedback. I am glad your expectations have been met. At Lesa’s Retreat, Cleanliness is very important. Thank you for acknowledging the cleanliness and the scent but most importantly, thank you for booking your stay. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. - Craig M.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very lit

Enjoy the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!!

This is a great property and was perfect for a friends trip! There are accommodations for 5 and the beds were extremely comfortable and robes were provided which we loved! There are a lot of places that are walking distance which is great and we spent a lot of time on the back patio. Everything was stocked in the kitchen which was helpful as well. Also - the pictures that are provided are exactly what you will get! Definitely would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bestie Weekend Getaway

Lesa's Retreat is perfectly titled for what it is - a retreat. Once you are in/on the property, nothing else matters. The energy was very positive and I got some exquisite rest during my stay. Restaurants, bars, day/night life are all within walking distance (ie: The Riverwalk, The Wharf, Las Olas) and access to any stores (Walmart, Whole Foods) you may need is a short drive away. We highly recommend Dania Beach - remember to take a beach umbrella! Craig was very responsive with all of our requests. Our only complaint is that our vacation ended too soon! We were already talking about our next stay at Lesa's Retreat before we left! You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you

Good experience
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2020
Hello Iryna, Thank you for taking the time leave your feedback! It was a pleasure hosting you and I am happy to know that you and your family had a great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Masons 19th bday

Was absolutely perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you So Much For your great review Arthur! It was a pleasure hosting you!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Work made easy

Rented this unit for a week while me and my three guys renovated a condo in sunrise. This unit housed the 4 of us with no issue . one my guys is old grumpy dude who smokes was interesting to see the rules no smoking on premiums . the fridge is not that cold we just bought ice and made it work . other wise the master bed is amazing and very comfy saved me alot of money and aggravation staying here ill be bk .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Hello James, Thank you for staying with us oncd more. We have resolved the refrigerator issue. Please feel free to book and stay with us anytime you're in the Fort Lauderdale area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Little Home!

This place was a perfect little home for me and my friends! It is nicely excluded from the main roads but walking distance to a couple restaurants and night life locations. The beach was only about a 5-10 minute ride and is really close to anything in Fort Lauderdale area. The house was super cute and very neat! They supplied a lot of essentials and a grill that worked perfectly! I get super comfortable calling or contacting the owners and we’re super easy to talk to and to connect. Overall perfect place to stay and loved every minute of it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cute Place

While the house is very clean, smells great and is comfortable, it was challenging staying here. The temperatures had dropped into the 40's our first nights stay, the 50's our second night and the heater did not work. Thankfully there were plenty of blankets but still it was a rather sleepless trip due to the cold weather. The AC worked just fine and was running when we checked in. The bath tub drain is exceedingly slow which required me to shut the water off during my shower to let the water drain away so I could have clean feet. Not the most ideal way to take a shower when the house is cold because the heat is not working. We also discovered quite rudely that the chaise in the living room is broken. The wall is propping up the back as it will not stay up on its own. Be careful! Also if you are used to peace and quiet in your own neighborhood, you will find this neighborhood quite noisy. You can hear practically everything outside due to very thin windows. The street is busy, there is a police station close by, the train runs close by, you can hear music at night, conversation from neighbors, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Hello Tanie, We do apologize that your stay with us did not measure up to your expectations. We have taken note of your concerns and we have addressed the issues within our control. In our welcome packet, both online and within the unit, we did address that the street can be quite active. A point you may have missed, however we did address with you and we will continue to advise our future guests of it. The chaise is a perfectly working chaise, which has different settings for comfort, placed against the wall for decoration, furniture is not known to be "rude". As stated before we have addressed the concerns you have addressed in your review, those that are within our control. We are open to hosting you again in the future, and if that is not what you prefer, we wish the best in your search for accommodations that will suit your needs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!

My family and I had a great time, the house was clean and felt like home. Thanks a lot Judy!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Claudia, Thank you for giving me the opportunity to host you and your family at Lesa’s Retreat! It warms to know it felt like home to you!

About the host

Hosted by Craig M.

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We are proud to call Fort Lauderdale, Florida Home. Sailboat Bend has provided the best of both worlds, allowing us and our guests to enjoy all that downtown has to offer as well as the close proximity to the beach, Airport and Seaport.

Why they chose this property

Our cozy retreat is perfect for a single person looking to enjoy some much needed 'me' time, friends reunion and/or a family retreat in that it offers an ambiance that is both inviting & relaxing to vacation. With amenities to make you feel at home.

What makes this property unique

The fenced backyard provides privacy to soak in some rays of sunshine, relax on the hammocks, or enjoy brunch or dinner on the patio with friends or family. Walking distance to Performing Arts Center, Restaurants, Lounges and Bars to make your stay eventful.

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