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NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN!

Family-friendly houseboat in Sanford with water park

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire house boat

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Lake viewLake viewLake view

Explore the area

Map
Sanford, FL
  • Popular LocationSt. Johns Rivership3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanford Museum11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCentral Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens8 min drive
  • AirportOrlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)13 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

10/10 Excellent

We tried something new and it didn’t disappoint! Great host and super cool location.
Haylee F.
Jan 24, 2024

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN!

Family-friendly houseboat in Sanford with water park
This smoke-free houseboat features a water park and barbecues.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this houseboat offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Recreational amenities at the houseboat include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

M Verrastro

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (56 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 10 are not recommended.

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

NOT Your Typical Houseboat 60 Feet OF Luxury
NOT Your Typical Houseboat: 60 Feet OF Fun! Sanford
NOT Your Typical Houseboat: 60 Feet OF Fun! Houseboat
NOT Your Typical Houseboat: 60 Feet OF Fun! Houseboat Sanford

About the area

Sanford

Located in Sanford, this houseboat is in the city centre and near theme parks. DeBary Hall Historic Site and Thursby House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Seminole Towne Center and Lake Mary Farmer's Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Fort Mellon Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • St. Johns Rivership - 3 min walk
  • Fort Mellon Park - 10 min walk
  • Sanford Museum - 11 min walk
  • Central Florida Regional Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Sanford Station - 8 min drive
  • DeBary Station - 11 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry S Depot - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪St Johns River Steak & Seafood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Station Bar & Grub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Basin Sanford - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NOT YOUR TYPICAL HOUSEBOAT: 60 FEET OF FUN! located?

Located in the centre of Sanford, this family-friendly houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Monroe and St. Johns Rivership. Fort Mellon Park and Art Affair Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 87 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once in a lifetime
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haylee F.

Liked: Cleanliness
So cool!
We tried something new and it didn’t disappoint! Great host and super cool location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and fun boathouse.
The boathouse was well equipped and plenty of games to keep busy. Wood and satellite worked great. A little musty smell but upper deck was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Beautiful view and great location - a quick walk to downtown Sanford. We loved the experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Right at the downtown area. Easy to get to and walk to places.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zac B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location in Sanford
Doing business with Michael was a pleasure, and you couldn't ask for a better location for ease of access to bars and restaurants in Sanford. Some noise and some lake smells are to be expected. Toilets are pretty wonky too, but the boat house bathroom is close by. Shower was great - spacious and plenty of hot water for 4 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houseboating
First time on a houseboat, very interesting and enjoyable. Had gale winds and could feel the boat moving at times, would have been tolerable with proper buoy. All and all it was a nice time, town was just blocks away, and very quaint.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite unique adventure
Stayed over Christmas to visit family and wanted something fun and different for times when not visiting. This fit the bill. Had a very enjoyable time. Hopefully next time mother nature doesn't send a freeze that way so we can enjoy the awesome top deck. Side note, the bike trail is great and an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Conway SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific experience
My husband has always wanted to stay on a houseboat. We found this one and booked it. We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the houseboat. It had everything you could possibly need for your stay. Michael met us at the dock and showed us around and how things operate. The rooftop deck is awesome for relaxing and catching a beautiful sunrise and sunset. Loved the experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022