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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cocoa, FL
  • Place, Launch Pad Sports Complex
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cocoa Village Playhouse
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverfront Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun!

Enjoy your stay on lakefront property on beautiful Lake Poinsett. Our newly renovated garage apartment offers a queen bed, full bath, kitchen table, microwave, toaster, fridge, free wifi & private side entrance. A two tiered deck offers guests the ability to fish for bass, blue gill, or cat fish just to name a few. End the day with a glass of wine waiting on manatees or gators to pass by for a quick hello. For the bird enthusiast, eagles, hawks, blue heron, & white egrets are in bountiful supply
The space
Enjoy your stay in your own private suite with private entrance. Your location offers a private boat slip available to launch your boat, kayak or canoe. Fishing is possible from your two decks you can cast a line and enjoy a cocktail or two while overlooking the water.
Guest access
Guests have their own private suite on the side of the house with private separate entrance with personal parking spot on left side of house which will be next to your suite. There is a boat ramp to launch your boat, kayak or canoe directly into Lake Poinsett. All guests have access to backyard. Just follow down boat ramp till you see the swinging door, walk up three steps to access the backyard. There you will find two decks overlooking the water that are strictly for your enjoyment. The top deck is great to see gators swim by or enjoy a great blue heron fly by hunting for fish. Fish tackle and polls are available if you chose to cast a line to catch a bass, bluegill or a catfish off one of the decks.
Guests will see the backyard is separated in half by a fence where on the other side you may see our two small dogs on occasion.The white dogs name is walter, he m a y bark at first but once you call him by name he calms down and is quite friendly and our other older dog is Gizzie(yorkie) is very friendly. Guests are free to use the other backyard deck area as well and enjoy the view from the swing, just be advised gizzie may want to say hi and look for a belly rub.
Two bikes are available outside on front porch to bike ride around the neighborhood and enjoy different views of lake from four different canals.
Other things to note
We do offer two bikes to ride around the canals to enjoy the view and get exercise, yet you will need your car to drive anywhere else.
Orlando Airport- 30 min
Cocoa Village -10 min
Cocoa Beach-15min
Port Canaverval-20min
Kennedy space center
35min
Disney-50min.
Universal -45 min.
International Drive-40 min.
Daytona Beach-1.15min.

All restaurants and stores listed below are 1.4-1.6 miles away from VRBO location.
Mcdonalds.
Dunkin Donuts
Waffle House
IHOP
Subway

Sams

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cocoa

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Poinsett Shores, a neighbourhood in Cocoa. Black Point Wildlife Drive and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bernard Simpkins Fine Arts Center and Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at USSSA Space Coast Complex or Launch Pad Sports Complex.
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Cocoa, FL

What's nearby

  • Launch Pad Sports Complex - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Space Coast Iceplex - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Cocoa Village Playhouse - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Riverfront Park - 14 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪C's Waffles Cocoa - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun!?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun! on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$260, 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.

How much is parking at Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront/ scenic views/ boating/ Wildlife/ Gators/ fishing fun! located?

Located in Poinsett Shores, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Launch Pad Sports Complex and within 9 miles (15 km) of Cocoa Village Playhouse and Florida Historical Society Headquarters. Riverfront Park and Taylor Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. Location perfect. Nice quiet area. Comfortable for husband and I.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay, nice amities, clean and comfortable. Will be back when we cruise again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accurate listing for the most part. Beautiful quiet lake area. It was my first time with a vacation rental that was a shared space with owner so was not sure what to expect. Overall good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

BRIAN J M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed the stay, great spot on the water. They supplied everything you might need for going to the beach. The fridge had drinks in it along with every kind of condiment. Very beachy decor, large and roomy apartment, bathroom was great as well. We met the owners, had a nice chat with them.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this garage suite. It was very clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up with excellent amenities. The space felt warm and welcoming, making it easy to relax and feel at home. Everything we needed was provided, and the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable. We would recommend this place and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Loved my stay

We loved our stay. Very clean and had everything we needed. We loved being by the water, fishing and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

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

Great Place

This place had everything we needed to make for a great vacation. Peaceful surroundings along with a nice touch of everything we needed to spend a day at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoyable stay

We were only in town for the night, but we enjoyed our time while there. The property has everything you need and more!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Perfect weekend rental

Location felt safe. Room was clean, cute and had everything we needed. We even spotted a few gators in the canal!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Buster C B.

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

Would loved to stay longer

Very clean and comfortable with a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

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

Great experience

It was very comfortable.. The owners are very nice
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

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

Lake Poinsett - Garage Apartment

We had a great stay. Accommodations we very nice and clean. Shower is WONDERFUL! Decorations were adorable, so many cute details and items available to use (Beach Chairs, towels, beach games and Grill just to name a few) Had a fun time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah L.

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

Review

We enjoyed our stay so much. It was a perfect location for cocoa beach and port Canaveral. The fishing at the property is a must, we caught 5 fish. We also were able to see the alligators and manatees!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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

Bike week 2025

My brother and I traveled and stayed for bike week! Very spacious , and accommodating for bike and trailer! Even room to put an air mattress. Had everything we needed plus more !!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

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

Great location.

We loved our stay here. We saw turtles and alligators in the water every day and even saw manatee a few times. There's lots of wildlife in the neighborhood and tons of birds. The hosts supply lots of items to use if going to the beach including chairs and an umbrella. We will for sure stay there again if we are in the area. Very handy to Orlando airport. Good communication from the hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

Visit in December

Hosts -- Lisa and John -- are super helpful and sweet. Place is laid out with a separate deck for your own use if you wish to overlook the lake and go croc/manatee spotting. 10+ minutes to downtown Cocoa.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Great little place!

Great little place to stay, owners very hospitable and accommodating. Left us towels, beach chairs, drink cups, etc to use. Shower stocked with all amenities which is great when traveling by plane. Was nervous about staying in a “converted garage” but the place was cozy. Close to all the places we needed it to be. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Review

Five Stars!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie L.

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

A enjoyable stay

We enjoyed our time there. The outside space really shows its age and is not quite what the pictures portray. The inside space is nicely decorated. You know you are in a garage. All the essentials are provided and it was comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

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

Nice getaway

John & Lisa pay close attention to detail. While the weather didn't cooperate, they provided all manner of equipment to enjoy the beach, their deck with a great view, fishing equipment, bikes etc. It was a very nice getaway for my wife and me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

On our way to the port

Perfect overnight spot to relax and enjoy the water/ sunset/ sunrise. We enjoyed this spot one night before our cruise and it was a great location! Just watch for the lizards if you are not from Florida! Midwesterner here that had to get used to them! The neighborhood is very quiet and hardly saw anyone around honestly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Clean and friendly but dated

The apartment was clean and John helpful but everything inside and out was very used and dated
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

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

Cozy and comfortable

My husband and I were in town for his work. I booked this location for him and I to stay and I'm so glad I did! The communication with the property owner was quick and reliable! I loved that they provided things like sunscreen, beach chairs and other stuff!! The way everything was setup and handled was above and beyond my expectations! Really can't say enough great things!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Great location

What a great location being 30 minutes from Kennedy Space Centre and also Cocoa Beach. The hosts were easy to contact/talk with. The best part we loved was being able to sit every evening on either the upper deck or the lower deck right on the canal water. The location is a double attached garage which has been converted into a big nicely decorated room with a private entrance. This room also has a smaller room within it which is a super clean bathroom with a big shower. Really cool place to stay in a beautiful neighborhood as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Thank you! Fun place! Saw gators and manatees!

This VRBO was great! Very clean, colorful, cheerful with lots of space, amenities/supplies, and cute decorations! We really enjoyed our short 24 hour stay and appreciate the owners' efforts to make their place bright, fun and accessible. Friday night we enjoyed watching two gators cruise the waters and then Saturday morning, we were treated to five manatees coming in to graze on sea grass! Too cool! Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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