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Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Sebastian, FL
  • Bimini Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • North County Aquatic Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Vero Beach, FL (VRB-Vero Beach Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Flamingo suite Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

flamingo suite office

1 Double Futon

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon

Located in the hidden gem of Sebastian, this coastal retreat is on a big lakefront lot with a pool steps from the Florida room. Sit in the Jacuzzi under the Tiki hut as the sun sets over the lake in a private fenced back yard. It is a perfect place for a family who loves to fish, boat, cook, kayak or just relax in the beautiful south Florida weather.

ABOUT THE HOUSE:
This house has coastal and nautical decor, is a half mile off US1, and has 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6 comfortably.
The open floor plan in the kitchen and living / dining area is great for entertaining cooking. The living room has a large sectional white leather sofa (updated since photos! ) with room for the whole family to watch movies, and a 50" TV. The dining area has a glass table that seats six. From the kitchen you can see the backyard through the Florida room to the pool, and beyond to the lake where you can spot tons of wildlife. With a view of the pool and the yard/lake, the kitchen is a true joy to cook in.

The master bedroom has 50” TV, and a king-sized bed (updated since photo). Master bedroom has a small attached bathroom and French doors leading to the Florida room with a huge mango tree outside the bedroom window.
The second bedroom has a queen Serta pillow-top bed. This bedroom has windows facing the front & side yard and is located next to the 2nd bathroom. The Flamingo Suite is on the other side of house with an office/game room attached with french doors and a view of the back yard, lake and pool/tiki area. The suite's bedroom has a full bed, and the office/game room has a futon sofa with access to the Florida room and sunset views to the back yard. The office has a nice desk, chair and monitor (updated since photo). The suite has its own entrance to the back yard, (through the office) so that you can come and go without entering the front door.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY:
Ideal for a family that wants convenience and privacy. The yard is huge and fenced and very dog friendly. The pool and Tiki hut are like being on vacation every day. There is a hottub and grill with both charcoal and propane. Eleven palm trees are scattered across this lush yard; three coconut palms keep fresh coconuts in supply year round. Three mango tress with unique varieties have fruit in the summertime, as well as guava, banana, and lychee fruit if you come at the right time of year! Enjoy local fruit and farm fresh eggs from for the rest of the year. The stars in this area are phenomenal- no big city lights!

ABOUT THE AREA:
There is great fishing in this area, but if you can't catch your own- fresh seafood on the Indian River is available at several great restaurants scattered up and down the lagoon with unmatched views of the spoil islands and river beaches. Kroegel roadside fruit stand just one mile up US 1. There is also a fantastic seafood market in Sebastian- Crab-E-Bills.

The Spoil Islands scattered over this portion of the Indian River Lagoon are so much fun to kayak or boat to! See plenty of dolphins and manatees or cruise over to the sand bar at the Sebastian Inlet at high tide for crystal clear water that flows in from the Inlet. Take a tour of the famous Pelican Island where you can see one of the oldest wildlife refugees in the country. Skydive at the Sebastian Airport just 5 miles away where you can fly over the Sebastian River and see all of the gorgeous views from above. The closest beach is located just over the 510 bridge at Wabasso Beach where the Vero Beach Disney Resort is located. The beach is less than a ten minute drive. The 510 bridge offers a great fishing areas with boat and kayak launches and water access on both sides so you can stay out of the chop.

Coastal Central Florida is a region unlike anywhere else - its fantastic! You can fish in the lake on the property, (please dont eat the fish from lake)-but the Indian River is only 1 mile away. The Saint Sebastian River is nearby as well. There are snook, snapper, tarpon, trout, catfish, grouper, flounder, and more coming in to the Lagoon from the inlet. To access some of the different bodies of water locally you can go to:
-Sebastian Main Street Boat launch is 2.5 miles
-Dale Wimbrow Park boat ramp for the Saint Sebastian River is 6 miles
-the closest beach is 4 miles (Wabasso beach)
-Sebastian Inlet is just 12 miles by car but can also be accessed from the river
-Wabasso 510 Causeway Park is 4 miles and has multiple access points

Enjoy world class surfing and fishing off the pier at the Sebastian Inlet, as well as a huge sandbar and tidal beach where you can see manatees up close and for the kids to swim are just a few things to do at the inlet. If you don't want to fish or do water activities- there are usually events/festivals on the weekends at Riverview Park, or check out the farmers market at the Kashi spiritual community or perhaps some of the local treasure museums. There are even more activities in Vero Beach such as golfing, movies, shopping, or Riverside Theater. The house is just over a 1 hour scenic drive to Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center, or stay home since you can see the rockets launch from the back yard! Ninety miles from Orlando and Disney World, 2.5 hours from Miami, and 3 hours to Jacksonville, Sebastian straddles Central and South Florida and has convenient access to practically the whole state.
Other important places nearby: Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital is just 10 miles South (Vero Beach) and offers world class healthcare from the #2 hospital system in the country. Vero Beach and John's Island are home to some of the best golf courses and country clubs in the region.

PLEASE NOTE: This home has down feather pillows and is not recommended for people with allergies to down. The garage is not accessible to guests. Owner may come to get items out of garage while you are there. While pets are welcome, I will have the carpets professionally cleaned therefore the pet fee is non-refundable. Additional damages will be withheld from deposit if needed. There is an alligator that lives in the lake. Do not swim in the lake or allow children or pets in the lake. The gator has never been a nuisance and cannot enter the yard over the sea wall, but please do not feed the gator or harass him if you do see him- It is against Florida state law. Bring bug spray.

Property manager

Katharine Hanlon
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside Only
No Swimming in the Lake Do not allow pets near lake unattended No glass outside in tiki, in the pool or hot tub
Do not feed or harass gators, it is against Florida state law

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sebastian

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Sebastian Highlands, a neighbourhood in Sebastian. Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum and McLarty Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Riverview Park and North County Aquatic Center. Kiteboard Sebastian and LaPorte Farms are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sebastian, FL

What's nearby

  • Bimini Beach - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • North County Aquatic Center - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Wabasso Beach Park - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park - 18 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach - 23 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Vero Beach, FL (VRB-Vero Beach Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capt Hiram's Resort - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Squid Lips - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ay Jalisco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Beach House Bar & Grill Sebastian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pareidolia Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakehouse with Sunsets only one mile from Indian River Lagoon located?

Located in Sebastian Highlands, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Riverview Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mel Fisher's Treasure Museum. McLarty Museum and Bimini Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shari M.

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

Just as great as our 1st stay

We visited again because we enjoyed our first stay so much. The whole house is wonderfully clean. It's roomy and bright. It has a great swimming pool, pavillion and fire pit. So much of what you need is already there. I would highly recommend this home.So
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie M.

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

Best Anniversary Ever!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Hated to leave…We did have one issue with the hot tub, but was quickly resolved!We will definitely rebook this home again!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Great house

We really enjoyed spending Christmas week at this house. It has plenty of room, is very clean and the owner has provided many amenities. Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

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

Amazing

Picture perfect for our family. Beautiful home and well taken care of property. Memories were made and we would highly recommend this home!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari M.

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

Very Clean & Comfortable

This home was as clean as it gets. It was really comfortable and we wish we could've stayed much longer. The swimming pool was terrific and we enjoyed using it every single day. Anything you want is close by but you feel fairly secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Perfect vacation home

Home away from home. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

charla w.

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

Peaceful

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Spot!

Beautiful house, perfect location, owner responded to questions and requests quickly. I would definitely stay here again if I'm ever back in Sebastian. Even caught a few largemouth bass from the lake in the backyard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber N.

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

Such fun!

We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks, pool and hot tub, fire pit. If we didn't pack it, they had it! Ate some fresh fruit from the property's vegetation. Great location, several places to fish, eat, activities. Would love to stay again and definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Absolutely beautiful property!!

The pictures dont do this house justice at all!! Way more room. There is now a tv in every bedroom and living room. Tons of kitchen gadgets. The view you get is unbelievable. My kids and I had a wonderful stay. The only thing I would suggest is providing more towels. The communication was amazing as well. This is a absolute bang for ur buck.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Beautiful property

Located around 6 miles away from our family so perfect location for us. Pool a little cold but hot tub was fantastic.lake side view was beautiful especially with a sunset. Everything we needed, very clean and comfy beds. Everyone happy & would definitely book again. Many thanks We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen S.

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

Great house

The house was exactly as advertised. It had everything that we needed. The pool And hot tub were a hit. The view is beautiful. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Warm

Very nice location, nice property, would cover pool area and outdoor sitting space to protect from bugs at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E., Franklin, Indiana

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

Great place to stay!

The home and yard were lovely. Well kept and clean, a very spacious and lovely home. Communication was great.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Amazing!

If I could give 10 stars I would! To start, the home and lake view are absolutely beautiful! It is perfectly appointed with everything you need to make you feel at home. It was sparkling clean - probably the cleanest short term rental I’ve ever stayed in. To top it all off, Katharine, the host, was amazing and incredibly kind as we dealt with a family medical issue. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raelene K.

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

Wonderful Christmas Getaway

We stayed here for an 11-day Christmas celebration with our son and daughter who both live in Florida. The accommodations were very nice, my only suggestion would be to add a heater to the pool as the solar heater could not keep the water above 70F.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Boca Raton (soon to be Sebastian!)

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

Perfect home away from home!

The property was perfect for our needs for the month we were there. It is close to most everything, yet in a lovely and secure neighborhood. The home is clean, bright, and has every amenity you can imagine. We were extremely comfortable there and it also had a fenced yard for our pups. It can’t say enough good things about it, including the prompt an courteous responses from the owner and caretaker, if we had a question. Thank you Kathy and Paula!!!
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Family down time

Enjoyed our stay immensely, great location, facilities were spot on as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

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

property was beautiful, we loved the pool and the views, sunsets and the whole sebastion community

its our second time to florida, the whole process was easy great location we had an amazing time
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

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

Beautiful home / beautiful area

We loved this home! Its location on the lake makes for a great view from the backyard. The pool is nice and the house was clean. Its interior is decorated perfectly to reflect the beauty and feel of Sebastian. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus K.

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

Great place to stay

First off, the property owner is quick to respond and you can tell she wants your stay to be 100% satisfaction. The house is exactly as it says in the description, no surprises or let downs once you arrive. Great to be 10 mins from the ocean, sitting on the beach. Only 5-6 mins from plenty to choose from restaurants right on the water. It was everything that we needed it to be for our stay in Florida.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Just as wonderful I we remembered!

Second time we stayed at this property. Awesome backyard with beautiful sunsets. Owner is absolutely the best! Thank you!! PS the new grill is great!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

gail t.

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

Perfect family get away

We will definitely be back. The owner is so gracious and attentive to your needs. They have so many small details to your stay it welcomes you to a home away from home feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Warren S., Chicago, USA

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

What an experience.

So when it took me over three months to find this VRBO house, I was shocked at the surprise we received when we arrived. I reserved this house as it was labeled wheelchair accessible. This property was not. Me being a handicapped individual with very limited mobility struggled the entire month I was in there to really enjoy my stay. Most the doors I couldn’t fit through bc too small and are not even wide enough to have a wheelchair or even a mobility scooter. My husband had to go to the urgent care because he pulled his back picking me up from falling. I wasn’t able to enjoy the entire property to its fullest. We alerted the owner the first day that we were there because the air conditioning was broke and there was no air. She was very attentive at making sure that got corrected immediately. I have MS so the heat is not a good thing for me and so I need air conditioning to be able to function. Also the rules to the house came later on which said that I had to have the temperature only at 72° or anovewhich was the lowest and I need it cooler. We alerted the owner on the 17th or 18th of the month to let her know that she should remove this property from it being wheelchair accessible. She was able to accomplish that the same day and proceeded to explain that she never checked this wheelchair accessibility box that VRBO made a system update that caused it to be selected and a default for the property. I asked her if I could speak to Vrbo to resolve this then and she told me to wait a couple days because she was escalating this because they told her that it was not her fault. Many days went by and I didn’t hear anything from her so I reached out on my own to her and asked if she was able to resolve this with Vrbo. She said no she was getting the runaround and so I asked again if I could contact them and she said good luck. I contacted VRBO about this via there websites email. I explained and asked for a refund back for half the month. Generic response from them. So I emailed the senior vice president of customer service and also the CEO. That’s when the executive office office contacted me and I began my back-and-forth with them. VRBO wanted to rebook me into another house after I had been in the house. I have certain requirements that I gave them and they were not able to accommodate that. VRBO did confirm that the owner was at fault. The owner still says it’s Vrbos. I’m sad bc my concern is still unresolved.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Katharine Hanlon

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I love this home and hope you love it too!

Why they chose this property

Location, views and PRIVATE. Fruit trees and stargazing.

What makes this property unique

Heated Pool, Hot tub with views of sunsets. Romantic, beautiful and peaceful.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests