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The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Beach
Fitness facility
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 20706.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Merritt Island, FL
  • Place, Ron Jon Surf Shop
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cocoa Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cocoa Beach Pier
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

+2
2 Double Futons, 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Fireplace room

1 Double Futon

gameroom near kitchen

1 Double Futon, 1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

Great room

1 Double Futon

Living room

1 Double Futon

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 6 half

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 Pool Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5 kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility

Enjoy the ultimate privacy and paradise on Merritt Island! Our spacious mission style home sits on a four acre peninsula on the Banana River. You can spend the day relaxing by the pool, having drinks by our outdoor bar, fishing or water fowl hunting. You can go kayaking and wind surfing on the river where you’re bound to see wild dolphins or manatees. We are just minutes from Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center and we are less than an hour away from Disney World.

We raised our five children on what we and our family and friends like to call it the “The Sosa Resort”.
Over the years we have done lots fishing, water skiing, knee boarding, wake boarding or just enjoyed watching the dolphin and manatee. In the cooler months we love to witness the bioluminescence which is a natural phenomenon of glowing blue waters caused by plankton. By just swirling your hand, a stroke of your paddle or just the darting trails of swimming fish, the water lights up like an electric light water show. The amazing images of perfectly lit dolphin zooming by, cause the water to spark up in glowing blue colors, just like in the movie Life of Pi.

Through the years we have enjoyed unforgettable birds-eye views, of beautiful and colorful sunsets! With shades of orange, red, purple and yes even pink!
We hope that you will also make happy memories and enjoy all of this and more!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children must know how to swim.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

About the area

Merritt Island

Located in Fowlers, a neighbourhood in Merritt Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Shore Lanes Bowling Center and Golf-N-Gator are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cocoa Beach and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Travelling with kids? Consider Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and Dinosaur Store and Museum.
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Merritt Island, FL

What's nearby

  • Dinosaur Store and Museum - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Ron Jon Surf Shop - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Cocoa Beach - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Alan Shepard Park - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cocoa Beach Pier - 10 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marker 24 Riverfront Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$4,238, 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.

Is The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Island Resort...the ultimate privacy and tranquility located?

Located in Fowlers, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16, and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Brevard Veterans Memorial Center. Cocoa Beach and Alan Shepard Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Amazing Sunrise and Sunsets!!!

The house was amazing had everything you could think of and then some.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci K.

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

Awesome holiday vacation for 3 generations

We absolutely loved staying in this home for the holidays. There is so much to do, the location is brilliant, and Dania is a wonderful host. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camyla D.

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

Perfect family vacation!

We recently had the pleasure of staying at Dania's beautiful family vacation rental in Merritt Island and it exceeded all our expectations! The location was perfect. We enjoyed the sunset and saw dolphins everyday while there. The house itself was spacious and comfortably accommodated our family of 21 with plenty of bedrooms and shared spaces for everyone to relax. Dania was exceptionally welcoming and responsive, making sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay M.

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

The property owner was very helpful

Great views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

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

A wonderful getaway

We had a great time and loved the property. Can’t imagine having a better view waking up. The owner was perfect and available when needed. The property itself was beautiful and had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice A.

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

Wonderful place to stay and I would go back!

Dana was a wonderful host! The home had everything you could want on vacation. They really have thought of everything! She was very responsive and sweet. We would come back to this house in a heartbeat!!! Thank you so much for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen D.

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

unique property

Dania was the most agreeable host and satisfied our every wish. The house has every possible amenity for a family vacation. Our grandkids loved the pool table, hot tub, exercise equipment, game room, etc. The kitchen is well stocked and the views are spectacular. We saw dolphins swimming right next to the bulkhead on two consecutive days. The only drawback for us was the sunroom for sleeping. It was much too bright and hot. We were unable to get the fan to work so we had to bunk up with kids in other rooms. It worked for us but may not for others. We even got to see a space launch during our visit and spent a day at Epcot. All in all, it was a lovely and pleasant experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

A perfect family paradise!

We had to request a last minute booking and the host, Dania, graciously accepted when she learned of the unforeseen circumstances. Check in was very easy and the house was all ready for us upon arrival. The kids were very excited about the pool floats and a bin of legos waiting for them. A lovely welcome basket was so thoughtful as was information about restaurants and things to do in the area. The house is absolutely beautiful and we enjoyed looking at all of the art. There are so many unique places to sit and relax, read, play games. The kitchen is amazing and had everything needed. We enjoyed the Breville espresso machine! The outdoors is private and peaceful. The kids loved seeing a dolphin swim right along the shoreline in the backyard. The home gym was great and we enjoyed the hot tub and sauna. The kids had fun with karaoke and the game room, especially skeeball! It’s obvious this is a well-loved and cared for family home and we loved spending time there and making memories. Dania was a wonderful host. We highly recommend this beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Spectacular

Absolutely fabulous stay for our family reunion. The property has everything you need and makes it hard to leave. I had my morning coffee on the gazebo watching dolphins, followed by either a quick bike ride or paddle board. Then margaritas on the back deck. We found it hard to get out of the pool once we were in. Pool floats, water guns, diving rings, and volleyball kept the whole family busy for hours and hours. A game of corn hole in the yard and a boat ride before getting dinner ready. The kitchen was FULLY stocked. With many listings I find it hard to cook because you are always missing something, but not this one. The kitchen has 2 sinks and a huge island with cook top making it easy to get multiple people in to help. Every small appliance you could think of is there and even staple pantry items. After dinner we usually spent sometime inside either playing cards, ski ball, indoor shuffle board, pool, or foosball. For once the kids stayed off their iPads and had so much fun mastering each game. Rooms were very comfortable, almost everyone gets their own bathroom as well. Plenty of towels. Check in was a breeze, host was very responsive. The location had a lot of offer, we went for an airboat ride and saw a rocket launch from the water as close to NASA property as you are allowed to get. The beach is just a couple minutes away. Worth every penny!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

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

fishing trip

location was perfect off the river and close to fishing and Orlando The owner was great giving us constant communication of area and home features. We will be back this summer to do this again great time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dania Sosa

Host profile image
My husband and I owned a combined Medical/Dental practice here on Merritt Island for over 20 years. We have loved practicing Dentistry and Medicine and living here on the Island.

Why they chose this property

Our Property sits on 4 acres on a peninsula. The house is 7650sq ft and is surrounded by water. Every bedroom has a unique view of the water. We raised our five children on what we and our family and friends like to call it the “The Sosa Resort”.
Over the years we have done lots fishing, water skiing, knee boarding, wake boarding or just enjoyed watching the dolphin and manatee. In the cooler months we love to witness the bioluminescence which is a natural phenomenon of glowing blue waters caused by plankton. By just swirling your hand, a stroke of your paddle or just the darting trails of swimming fish, the water lights up like an electric light water show. The amazing images of perfectly lit dolphin zooming by, cause the water to spark up in glowing blue colors, just like in the movie Life of Pi.

Throughout the years we have enjoyed unforgettable birds-eye views, of beautiful and colorful sunsets! With shades of orange, red, purple and yes even pink!
We hope that you will also make happy memories and enjoy all of this and more!

What makes this property unique

We love living on our own private island peninsula. Our only neighbors are the dolphin and manatee. The mornings are quiet and calm, great for meditating or taking a nice morning swim in our scallop shape pool while enjoying the daybreak view of the river as it comes to life. At night we love sitting in our gazebo and listening to the waves and gently breeze while enjoying a cocktail.

Merritt Island is a National Wildlife Refuge. Many migratory birds and other wild life including manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, alligator, blue heron, bald eagles, ospreys, bobcats, and the elusive Florida panther live here. It is also a water fowl hunting area.

Bicycles, fishing supplies, snorkeling and beach gear are available upon request. Also 2 small ATVs are available upon request. There is also a golf cart available for use on the property.
Guest will have access to the entire home and all of its amenities, which include an outdoor pool, 2 kayaks, a windsurfer, an outside basketball hoop as well as an in pool basketball hoop and in pool volleyball net and an outdoor ping pong table. Indoors, there is a game room with an Xbox One S and a PlayStation 4 accessible to guests, as well as three Apple TVs with access to more than 700 movies and TV shows. The indoor gym has a heated jacuzzi and sauna. The pool-table room has a snooker table, dartboard and poker/roulette/blackjack/craps table. In the kitchen, guests will find a fully functional kitchen with many appliances including, a Keurig coffee maker, an ice machine, two mini fridges, a large fridge, seperate freezer, washer and dryer and double ovens. The home also has three seperate gas fireplaces. One in the master bedroom, the other in the pool table room and the centerpiece of the home is a large round coquina rock structure that houses the main fireplace.

We can provide a housekeeper for an additional daily fee if desired.

Our 19 foot fishing boat and water ski equipment is also option
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