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Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!

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Merritt Island Vacation Rental | 3BR | 3BA | 2,200 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Exterior | Driveway Parking (2 Vehicles)
Living Room | Free WiFi | Air Conditioning | Central Heating
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer/dryer

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Additional Sleeping (Sunroom)

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Suite 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom Suite 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!

Situated in a gated, 2-acre tropical oasis next to a fruit orchard, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home along South Tropical Trail is close to everything! Take the relaxing riverfront drive to exciting beaches, air force bases, wildlife refuges, space centers, high-end shopping, and great oceanfront restaurants! Experience the magic of Disney about 1 hour away or stay at home to barbecue on the patio, swim in the enclosed private pool, or simply just kick back in the lovely, air-conditioned home!

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,200 Sq Ft | AC | Swimming Pool

Space to spread out, a quiet location along the river, and ideal proximity to the beach is all available at this tropical vacation rental - 'Banana River House' is perfect for families and beachgoers!

Bedroom Suite 1: King Bed | Bedroom Suite 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Sunroom: Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened-in pool area, outdoor seating, gated 2 acres of tropical lush privacy
SHARED OUTDOOR AMENITIES: Dock, pond, tropical hut
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen Smart TV, live edge dining table, power reclining couches, fireplace, large picture windows w/ views of tropical private yard, hardwood & tile floors, sunroom
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, coffee maker, cooking basics, 3-person breakfast bar
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, central heating, ceiling fans, in-unit washer/dryer, linens/towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, Ring doorbell (facing out)
FAQ: Pet fee (dogs only, maximum 2 allowed, paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway w/ 2 gated entrances (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES: Pineda Beach Park (5.2 miles), Tables Beach (9.6 miles), Hightower Beach (6.3 miles), Pelican Beach Park (8.2 miles), Paradise Beach & Park (11.6 miles), Cocoa Beach (12.6 miles)
GOLF: Manatee Cove Golf Course (4.8 miles), Moon Golf (5.8 miles), Baytree National Golf Links (9.5 miles), Indian River Colony Club (11.7 miles), Mallards Landing Golf Course (8.7 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Disney World (70.8 miles), Universal Studios (70.8 miles), Wildlife Refuge (33.8 miles), Kennedy Space Center (24.3 miles)
RESTAURANT: Cuban Island Restaurant (10.7 miles), The Fat Snook (9.8 miles), Bizzarro (5.4 miles), Goombay's Island Grill (5.7 miles)
AIRPORT: Orlando International Airport (56.9 miles), Orlando Melbourne International Airport (13.8 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog friendly with $250 fee (+ fees & taxes, maximum 2 allowed)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Please note the property is suitable for children
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- The Maximum occupancy is firm at 7 this includes daytime guests and children, violation of this and other policies listed may result in eviction from the home with a lose of all funds paid and/or additional fines imposed
- NOTE: Only 2 cars are allowed to be parked at the property
- NOTE: Trailers are not allowed on the property, because they will clip the side wall upon entering due to their size
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior security cameras, all facing out. They do not look into any interior spaces*
- NOTE: This property shares the dock, pond, and tropical hut with additional vacation rentals on-site
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring Doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 50 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7863493
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Merritt Island

Located in Merritt Island, this holiday home is on a river. Brevard Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cocoa Beach and Jetty Park. Fun Town and Brunswick Harbor Lanes are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Merritt Island, FL

What's nearby

  • Georgiana Cemetery - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Patrick AFB Beach - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Seagull Park Beach - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Brevard Zoo - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • South Cocoa Beach - 20 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tely's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?

As of 3 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! on 11 July 2026 start from NZ$831, 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 Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Merritt Island Oasis: 5 Mi to Satellite Beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Georgiana Cemetery, Patrick AFB Clinic and Seagull Park Beach. Suntree Driving Range and The Maxwell C. King Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The banana house and the grounds is a great place to relax and chill. The host and owner were very accommodating to our needs.I would definitely go back and highly recommend. Thanks, Lou and Heather!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Z.

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

Beautiful, relaxing family getaway

We stayed here for 5 nights and fell in love with this property. Beautiful and relaxing, but close enough to everything you need. Our kids loved all the space to run and play, and we loved the lush and quiet property. We would love to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Beautiful property

The pictures don’t do this property justice. It’s beautiful, serene, and private. If you like to be close to things but off the beaten path, this property is for you! The house is close to the road, but very quiet- you won’t hear any road noise. The walk to the dock is not a long one and there is a beautiful pond with large gazebos complete with hammocks and sitting areas. While at the dock we were able to catch trout, cat fish, king fish and even a flounder! You can see dolphins, multiple different kinds of birds, and manatees. A manatee actually swam right next to the dock under our swinging feet! Lou was great and let us gather eggs from the 20 plus chickens on the property. We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie M.

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

Perfect retreat

This is the most beautiful and relaxing getaway experience. Close to beaches and restaurants but quiet and serene at the property. Highly recommend
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Perfect Stay for our Baseball Tournament at Space Coast Stadium

The house was perfect, everything the description says and even more spacious that anticipated. It was very clean, easy to access and in great location to the events we were in town for. The outside area and common grounds were immaculacy maintained. The pond and tiki house were awesome and access to the dock on the Indian River was great. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was simple since the gate and front door codes were provided via email ahead of time. The kitchen was equipped with the basics, except for wine glasses…but we managed! ;) The pool was nice and relaxing after a day on the baseball fields. The property is beautiful and filled with mango trees with fruit ripe for picking! We really enjoyed seeing the chickens in their gorgeous coop. We enjoyed a view of an early morning SpaceX launch from the front yard. The towels and washcloths are luxurious. Loved the folding table in the laundry room!
American egrit on the bank at golden hour
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

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

Breathtaking Oasis

Quick transaction. Heather was responsive to all inquiry. The property was immaculate. Every one in the family gave a thumbs up for the place, even our dog had a big smile on his face when he step into the property. Ample space to move around; comfortable bed. The view of the orchard and the pond is amazing. Most specially , the view of the sunset from the dock is breathtaking. 40 mins from Kennedy Space Center and about 1.5 hours to Disney World. Our family had a wonderful time and would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Peaceful private estate!

This is a great house for relaxing away from the crowds and tourists. Very private and quiet. The house is decorated beautifully with high end finishes and furnishings. No details left out! I would and will definitely be back. A few things I’d change to make it perfect. A optional golf cart to drive to the boat dock and other areas would be appreciated by guests. As you are not allowed to drive your vehicle to the other areas and must walk.A boat lift at the dock would be nice. We brought our boat and planned to use the dock to tie up. But, after inspecting the dock height and condition there was a risk of damaging our boat. So, we decided we’d just trailer back and forth to the ramp each day.A larger tv in the living room would be nice. The living room is very large and guests set pretty far away from the tv.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Hi Michael — thank you so much for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your thoughts! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Regarding the dock access, boats have used it in the past without issue. Since you mentioned a concern about clearance, could it have been due to the water level being unusually low during your visit? That information would help us better assist future boat users. As for vehicle access: we want every guest to feel welcome and comfortable. If you find it easier next time, you’re more than welcome to drive partway and park by the pond—it’s spacious and typically quiet You’re also totally on point about the TV situation and I’m excited to let you know that a larger TV is arriving this month. We agree it’ll make a real difference for future guests. Thank you again, Michael. Your feedback helps us improve—and we’d absolutely love to host you again whenever you’re in the area. Safe travels until then!
Verified

6/10 Okay

cookie h.

Liked: Check-in

just average

The 3rd bedroom is not really a bedroom, but a room with pocket doors off the living room. There was 1/3 roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and that was it. Toilet seat was cracked completely through on the hallway bathroom. Master toilet doesn't really flush properly. Someone before us had a dog there and there was pet hair still around from their visit, and if you have allergies, best plan to bring your own tissues. Kitchen was clean, as were the showers. Very handy to have washer and dryer on premises. Not a great location if you want to take a morning walk since it is off a busy road. Overall I would say it is average, but suggest owners at least provide more than a roll of toilet paper, paper towels and include a tissue box for the house. Location was convenient to surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Cookie, the homeowner would like to share the following message: "I’m glad you enjoyed your stay overall and will replace the cracked toilet seat. Thanks for letting us know. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the central location of this property. Many people enjoy driving down the exclusive South Tropical Trail alongside the Indian River and Banana River to get to the home. Although the property does not have a sidewalk adjacent to it, it is a gated 2-acre private property. We provide the home with a starter kit of toilet paper. The rolls are new but are not a jumbo size to reduce waste seeing we change out the rolls after every stay. Our starter kit does not include tissue paper but does include toilet paper, paper towels, sponge, laundry detergent, dish detergent, and soap which is standard. The guest bedroom which is standard size off the living room does have pocket doors and includes a walk-in closet. The two master bedrooms are larger and have their own master-baths. We will pay closer attention to the details in the future. Thank you for your feedback." Best, the Evolve Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria L.

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

Cute house far from

Lovely property. Furnishings of the home were nice. Though the appliances like the dishwasher, toaster and microwave could use an upgrade. Toaster was very small that you couldn’t fit a piece of bread in it and the microwave barely fit a microwaveable bag of popcorn. The dishwasher door has to be pushed into alignment to close the door. The interior lighting was very dark in the living room and dinning room area and a few pot lights continuously flickered. There is a bbq grill but renters need to fill the propane tank which I found to be odd since if I filled it, I’d be filling it for several other guests and no instructions how to replace the propane tank or where to go for a replacement, so can’t really consider that a grill is available for use. Property manager was very responsive and helpful. This is a nice home but the little details to make this home a wonderful rental property should be considered.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2022
Hi Maria, The owner wanted to pass this along: Thanks for your feedback - we're glad you enjoyed your stay! We removed the propane grill because there were safety issues where it was continuously left on. We will be looking into the other issues and really appreciate your feedback.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly & Sam

Absolute Heaven

What a beautiful gift ~ a tropical paradise! The house was immaculate and one of our kids said as we walked in “I love how this place really feels like home” :) Our children played for hours in the pool, fished (caught 3 delicious red fish!), wandered through the fruit orchard enjoying the Florida wildlife, and relaxed on the hammock in the lotus pond. The lovely owner, Lou, couldn’t have been more hospitable as he gave us a guided tour of all the fruit trees and showed us around the new renovations to the site. We spent most sunrises & sunsets on the dock swing watching dolphins, manatees, and sting rays swimming around and listening to the songs of so many varieties of Florida birds. This wasn’t our first stay here at the River House and it most certainly will not be our last! Thank you so much ~ we really look forward to our next stay with you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

August 2022

Great time! The property was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Truly splendid

We couldn't be more pleased with the home and property. Very well kept, very clean and super peaceful. We stayed a full week and will for sure be coming back next year. Their attention to details is outstanding, first class.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cleo H.

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

Beautiful and wonderfully peaceful

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property and recommend it for everyone. It is both peaceful and calm and located next to everywhere you want to be or go.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Beautiful interesting home and property!

The house was beautiful and roomy, and then property was amazing. We took a family walk every evening. Close to the beaches and restaurants. Great place to stay with you family. Heather was very helpful and quick to respond
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

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

Island Resort

Great family home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Great house

We truly enjoyed our stay. The house and the property exceeded our expectations. Lou the property owner was very nice and welcoming. Highly recommend the property!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Fabulous Family-Friendly Home

The home was a wonderful place for our family of 4 to get away with a set of grandparents. The pictures do not do it justice. It's in beautiful, perfect condition, and there was plenty of space for everyone with well-appointed bathrooms and large bedrooms. Nice, high quality beds, linens, and towels. (Thank you for including the body wash, shampoo, and conditioner!) There is a terrific long dining room table that was ideal for having our meals together. Very nice kitchen. The pool was also the perfect size for my family and we gave it *a lot* of use! The grounds are gorgeous and well maintained. Loved the tiki huts and the dock had a gorgeous view at sunset! We were close to everything that we wanted including beaches and restaurants. Also: our contact through Evolve was wonderful - rapidly responsive and very helpful. Thank you very much!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Excellent Vacation Spot

This Oasis spot that is divide by the Indian & Banana River is incredible property! it’s your owe hideaway! The property is very relax with just hanging in the house or lounging by the pool or a small walk down to the dock to take in the evening sunset! It is close to any thing that may be needed during the stay shopping, sporting complexes and entertainment/ beaches. We had a great time on this vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Twyla A.

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

Superior home and location. Absolutely beautiful.

This home was clean, had everything you could possible want in a vacation home. The quiet, serene location and friendly staff went over and above to help with whatever our family needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda Z.

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

Great stay, nice property.

Would stay again! Plenty of space. Loved the pool. Only thing missing was a pool net to fish out a few things
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yvette c.

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

Just wow!

South Merritt Island is a tropical wonderland. We felt like we were in Bali while staying at this nicely-sized open concept home with a casual surfer-in-paradise vibe. Natural teak and wood finishes inside to meet beautiful grounds and nearby beaches and other attractions outside. If you prefer a nature-focused getaway to neveau-glitz, take a leap and stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann P.

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

Family Getaway

We enjoyed our getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellwood H.

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

Amazing lush and tropical haven

This place may be older, but it is spotless, everything was as the pictures represent, everything worked. We had a chance to text with the owner, and he was accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Beautiful gem in a perfect location!

Very nice home in a perfect location. Simple and easy check in and out, no hassle of going to a rental office or having to schedule a meeting with someone. The back yard trail leads to a dock that is simply magnificent and will give you a perfect view of the breathtaking sunset nightly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

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