Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More!
Situated in the spectacular Harbor Island Resort, this spacious villa offers a perfect escape on the shores of Melbourne Beach, FL, only ~90 minutes to Orlando! With five cozy-chic bedrooms—including a unique undersea-themed kids’ room—and a huge open-plan living/dining area, there’s loads of room to spread out and unwind. Additional over-the-top amenities include a pool & spa, covered patio, fully-equipped chef’s kitchen, game room, arcade loft, and a luxe home theater for movie nights!
LIVING/DINING: Designed with groups and families in mind, this home’s expansive open-plan living/dining area has been thoughtfully furnished to accommodate your entire gathering. The sleek modern lounge is adorned with warm, earthy tones and features an expansive plush sofa with seating for 10. The coordinated, glass-top dining table also comfortably seats 10, ensuring plenty of room for all. Custom wall features, hand-picked artwork, and stunning pendant lighting complete the area’s exceptional design.
What You’ll Find: • Large dining table w/ 10 seats, set below trendy chandelier • Spacious sectional w/ square rug, coffee table, and two accent chairs • Mounted TV for playing movies or favorite shows
KITCHEN: Grab a bar stool and cozy up to the counter so you can oooh and aaah at the stunning touches featured in this gourmet kitchen. High-end stainless-steel appliances, cool white cabinetry, and glistening steel subway tiles set the stage for aspiring chefs to whip up a feast (or two or three!). A full complement of kitchen tools, counter appliances, cutlery, and crockery are included to ensure everything you need is at your fingertips.
What You’ll Find: • 3 Breakfast bar counter stools • French door refrigerator with freezer drawer • Stove with 4 burners and range hood • Dishwasher • Pots & pans • Cutting boards • Baking dishes • Coffee maker • Toaster • Electric kettle • Electric hand mixer
POOL/PATIO: Sliding glass doors lead from the kitchen and lounge area to this home’s sun-splashed private patio where a sparkling pool and spacious spa await. An outdoor grill* and covered dining area provide everything you need to enjoy your meals al fresco, while a set of reclining chairs provide comfy spots to soak in the sun.
What You’ll Find: • Pool (25 ft x 11ft 10in) • Spa (5ft 9in x 5ft 9in) *• Outdoor grill (available to use for a small add-on fee per stay; this fee covers propane refills, cleaning, servicing, and power washing between uses) • Patio table w/ 8 chairs • Poolside lounge chairs • Outdoor pool safety fence
BEDROOMS: Cool shades of blue and gold set the tone in this home’s four elegant, en-suite bedrooms. Each room boasts a uniquely designed feature wall, sleek modern furniture, plush bedding, and ample closets and storage space. The home’s impressive fifth bedroom, a custom-built Under the Sea theme room, is a dream-come-true for the children in your party. Featuring realistic water-themed wall graphics and stunning bunk beds designed to look like a submarine, this imaginative hideaway will have your kids begging to go to bed.
What You’ll Find: • 1x Under The Sea-themed kids’ room • 3x bedrooms with king-sized beds • 1x double full bedroom • 3x en suite bathrooms • 1x Jack and Jill style shared bathroom • Dedicated workspaces
SPECIAL FEATURES: Disney and Cape Canaveral are just a short drive away, but you’ll have trouble finding the time to visit them thanks to the exceptional extras in this 3,000-plus-square-foot vacation home. In addition to the private pool and spa, you’ll find an arcade loft with classics like Pac-man Basketball, a home theater with stadium-style seating, a game room with cool “toys” like electronic darts and aracde games.
What You’ll Find: • Movie theater ft. 5 ultra-plush seats, 85” TV with a Sonos arc sound bar and a subwoofer • Open loft with Pac-Man Basketball and Pac-Man Pixel Bash • Stunning sunset ocean mural that brings a taste of nature into your home • Game room ft. modern furniture & décor with games such as darts, connect four, and more
ABOUT THE RESORT: Steps from one of Orlando's top beaches and just a ~90-minute drive to Walt Disney World, Villatel’s spectacular villas at Harbor Island Beach Club offer the absolute best in beauty, craftsmanship, and coastal vacationing. In addition to custom-designed, 4-8-bedroom villas and estates with private pools and premier in-house amenities, guests of each villa can enjoy direct access to Melbourne Beach, a brand-new resort pool with lounge seating, poolside leisure activities, and an expansive, private marina.
VILLA TELL-ALL: We’re not ones for secrets! Scroll for important details about this villa: • Pool heat is available throughout your stay for an added fee. • The outdoor patio features a grill, which is yours to enjoy throughout your stay for an added grill use fee. • This home is equipped with one Pack n’ Play & 1 high chair (additional are available for rent). • The kitchen and bathroom are stocked with essentials to get you started (perfect for when those flights arrive late in the evening!) • This home’s driveway accommodates up to 2 cars. Overflow parking is available behind the homes on Strand Drive, on a first-come, first-serve basis and is therefore not guaranteed. Parking passes are provided at check-in and must be displayed on each vehicle for the duration of your stay. • The resort offers beach chair and cooler packages to make your time at the beach even more relaxing - inquire for pricing and reservations!
THE AREA: Luxurious amenities and charming small-town vibes coalesce in this truly unique vacation haven, where entertainment, culture, nature, and delicious dining options are always on tap.
ENTERTAINMENT: • Famous Cocoa Beach Pier/ Ron Jon’s Surf Shop: ~30 min • Walt Disney World Resorts: ~90 min • Universal Studios: ~90 min • Sea World: ~90 min • Port Canaveral (major cruise lines hub, including Disney): ~45-50 min • Kennedy Space Center/ Space Coast Rocket Launches: ~60 min
CULTURE: • King Center for Performing Arts (concerts, productions, more): ~30 min • McLarty Treasure Museum: ~20 min • Cocoa Village Playhouse: ~45 min • Henegar Center for the Arts: ~16 min • Eau Gallie Arts District: ~20 min • Rossetter House Museum: ~20 min • And More
NATURE: • Melbourne Beach: On site • Cocoa Beach: ~35 min • Sebastian Inlet State Park: ~16 min • Maritime Hammock Sanctuary: ~9 min • Coconut Point Sanctuary: ~3 min • And More
DINING: • Cafe Coconut Cove • Ocean Ave Melbourne Beach: ~5 min • Djon’s Chop House – fine dining & piano bar • Ocean 302 – casual farm-to-table • Oceanside Pizza – pizza and Italian fare • Melbourne Square Mall: ~20 min • Vero Beach Shops & Restaurants: ~35 min • Capt Hiram’s Restaurant & Bar: ~40 min • And More
*Please note that a non-refundable pet fee of $50 per night, per pet, will be charged to your reservation if you bring a pet.
*This property is not owned, promoted, affiliated with, or endorsed by Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld, or Universal Orlando Resort.
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About the area
Melbourne Beach
Located in Melbourne Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Spessard Holland Golf Course and Melbourne Harbor Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden and Andretti Thrill Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Brunswick Harbor Lanes, or check out an event or a game at Andy Semnick-Les Hall Baseball Field. Water tubing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Spessard Holland Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach - 15 min drive - 20.5 km
Cocoa Beach - 34 min drive - 34.8 km
Getting around
Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Wet Spot - 16 min drive
The Shack Seafood Restaurant - 19 min drive
Palm Pub - 17 min drive
Yellow Dog Cafe - 20 min drive
Malabar Mo's - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More!?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More! on 3 June 2026 start from NZ$859, 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 Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Feet Retreat | 5 BR Beach Villa w Game Rm, Themed Kids’ BR, Arcade, More! located?
This family-friendly Melbourne Beach holiday home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Melbourne Beach and Spessard Holland Park. Spessard Holland Golf Course and Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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My partner and I had a fantastic long stay here, and the Villatel team were an absolute delight. We sincerely hope to have the opportunity to stay with them again in the near future!
Hi Benson! Thank you for taking the time to review your most recent stay at Villatel. It was our pleasure to host you and do hope to see you again soon!
Wow, what an extraordinary place! Our experience was absolutely delightful and we can't wait to return. This place truly exceeded our expectations. It deserves nothing less than a perfect 5-star rating from us!
Jaxon S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Thank you so much for the kind review. We are certainly delighted to hear that your stay at Villatel was pleasant and that you and your family had a great time. Again, thank you for choosing Villatel for your vacation needs and hope to see you again in the near future!
We were a large group celebrating a family wedding. The house is fantastic for large groups with a huge dining table and plenty of comfy seating. Everyone loved the games especially the basketball. Very responsive and accommodating hosts.
Charlotte C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
Thanks for staying with Villatel. We enjoyed hosting your vacation and hope you and your guests enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
This place is awesome - very clean and comfortable. It's conveniently located within walking distance to everything downtown. I absolutely loved it! Villatel team was nice and responsive. I highly recommend it!
Rita T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2023
Hello Rita, thank you for staying with us. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will think of us on your next trip to Florida!
Hi, we’re Villatel. We apply upscale hotel standards to the villa rental experience. Villa + hotel = Villatel, get it?
Like Hyatt, Marriott, or Four Seasons in the hotel industry, we’re on a mission to become the first “flag” hospitality brand for vacation rentals—by offering you the accommodations, guest experience, and consistency you can trust and count on over and over again.
How can we achieve that? As a vertically integrated hospitality brand, we’re the ONLY company that owns the ENTIRE process of creating and managing vacation rentals—from building, custom-designing, and servicing each and every home, to providing elevated customer service to you, our esteemed guests. So we don’t just wait and hope you have an incredible getaway. We pull every lever possible to make it a reality.
Why they chose this property
In addition to offering beautiful villas with incredible in-house entertainment, we want our guests to enjoy easy, convenient access to hotel-style amenities and amazing local attractions. That’s why every Villatel home is located inside of a larger vacation resort with features like resort pools, restaurants, playgrounds, sports courts, walking trails, and water parks. And it’s just a short drive from amazing shopping, dining, and theme park attractions. Here’s a glimpse of some of the nearby destinations you can expect to enjoy, depending on the location of your villa.
Melbourne beach villas:
Entertainment:
Cocoa Beach Pier/ Ron Jon’s Surf Shop: ~30 min
Disney World Resorts: ~90 min
Universal Studios: ~90 min
Sea World: ~90 min
Port Canaveral (major cruise lines hub, including Disney): ~45-50 min
Kennedy Space Center/ Space Coast Rocket Launches: ~60 min
Culture:
King Center for Performing Arts: ~30 min
McLarty Treasure Museum: ~20 min
Cocoa Village Playhouse: ~45 min
Henegar Center for the Arts: ~16 min
Eau Gallie Arts District: ~20 min
Rossetter House Museum: ~20 min
Nature:
Melbourne Beach: On site
Cocoa Beach: ~35 min
Sebastian Inlet State Park: ~16 min
Maritime Hammock Sanctuary: ~9 min
Coconut Point Sanctuary: ~3 min
Dining:
Cafe Coconut Cove
Ocean Ave Melbourne Beach: ~5 min
Djon’s Chop House – fine dining & piano bar
Ocean 302 – casual farm-to-table
Oceanside Pizza – Italian fare
Melbourne Square Mall: ~20 min
Vero Beach Shops & Restaurants: ~35 min
Capt Hiram’s Restaurant & Bar: ~40 min
What makes this property unique
As seasoned travelers with big families, our founders saw firsthand the drawbacks and inconsistencies of the average vacation rental. So, they set out to build and design from scratch a type of vacation property that offers everything they couldn’t find:
Consistently beautiful décor
High bed counts (for up to 34 guests!)
Ultra-spacious living and dining rooms
Epic themed bedrooms for kids
Arcades and movie theaters
Fully stocked kitchens with high-end appliances
The most UNIQUE and MEMORABLE amenities to make your vacay experience unforgettable—from bowling alleys and treehouse rooms to indoor ninja obstacle courses, casinos, karaoke rooms, and huge spa pools.
Gone are the days of bunking with all the kids on squeaky cots, or trekking across land and sea, only to discover that those online pictures you thought you’d be seeing in person…are actually 15 years old! When you book with Villatel, you can rest assured that you and your crew will enjoy a new kind of vacation experience—in a custom-designed home that’s consistently beautiful & reliable, and offers great value.
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