Escape winter near this Florida sanctuary. Quaint 2 Bed 1.5 Bath 1 Car Garage home nestled near Turkey Creek and the preserved sanctuary. Turkey Creek is a tributary that extends off of the Indian River lagoon. Steps away, there is access to many miles of walking/jogging and biking trails. Easily access the creek with a kayak/canoe or SUP for sightseeing and exploring. Downtown Melbourne is 10 min away and only 14 min to Indialantic boardwalk. Friendly neighborhood that is safe and quiet. Utilities & lawn care included.
Property manager
Candace
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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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 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
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Palm Bay
Port Malabar, a neighbourhood in Palm Bay, is home to this holiday home. Melbourne Harbor Marina and Habitat Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sea Turtle Preservation Society Melbourne Beach and Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge. Andretti Thrill Park and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Palm Bay, FL
What's nearby
Palm Bay Hospital - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Florida Institute of Technology - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
Indialantic Beach - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
Melbourne Square Mall - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
Melbourne Beach - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
The Shack Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive
Wet Spot - 4 min drive
Dottie's - 5 min drive
Rooney's - Palm Bay - 4 min drive
Space Town Pizza - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Close to Beach Hiking Boating and Biking pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Close to Beach Hiking Boating and Biking ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Close to Beach Hiking Boating and Biking ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Close to Beach Hiking Boating and Biking located?
Located in Port Malabar, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Riverview Park, Palm Bay Hospital and Andretti Thrill Park. Melbourne Harbor Marina and Florida Institute of Technology are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My son and I had to travel to Palm Bay after my sister died to help her son with arrangements. We stayed at this charming house for a week. The location is excellent, easy to find and close to Dixie Highway and the beaches. I spent much of the time on the patio which was shaded almost all day and had a wonderful breeze in the afternoon. Among the amenities are Turkey Creek Sanctuary (with a fantastic boardwalk through ancient sand dunes along Turkey Creek), Veterans Park within walking distance and our favorite The Shack at the River with seafood and riverside outdoor seating. The beds were comfortable, kitchen was well equipped. Thanks for everything, Candace
Convenient location to lots of places. Good size house to stay at with several things to make your stay comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
The open concept and well stocked kitchen made our family Christmas so memorable! We thoroughly enjoyed this home and our hostess was so accommodating and included so many items, from bathroom toiletries to kitchen spices. Really hated to leave! Thank you so much!
Mary P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Sheldon R.
27 Dec 2022
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
Communication, Cleanliness
Communication was not good with the owner and the house has a stuffy smell and needs an overall cleaning. Looks clean but the walls and furniture has an oder(stuffy smell)
The house was very clean, although the exterior grounds could use some care. No comfortable chair or lights in the living room. Having a bad back and knee replacement, I had to move a dining room chair to the living room. Contact with Candace was easy and pleasurable. Easy access to everything
We used this for the Christmas holiday to visit with my son at FIT and it was perfect. Nice and quiet, and very clean. Everything we needed was there♥️
Though there was no hot water the house was very clean and air conditioned. There were enough supplies in the house to make us feel almost at home..
Would book again if visiting this area.
Handled perfectly all the way. We had no issues, although my husband has trouble sleeping in a bed after recent knee replacement surgery. He has to fashion sleep comfort out of chairs and pillows. A recliner chair would have helped a lot..no fault of the homeowner's. I would be hard pressed to think of anything else to make our stay better. We will happily book here again in the future. Thanks for a clean, well stocked home.
This property was perfect for our stay. My husband and two teenage children had plenty of room. Although the accommodations are not fancy everything we need was there and it was very clean. Candace responded promptly to any questions I had. We chose this place because it was close to family. It was perfect. Thank you.
We really enjoyed this property. The host is very accommodating. Sitting on the back porch was a delight. We recommend this property and will be back when possible.
I needed to handle some family business in the area. This house was conveniently located for all of that. It was also a comfort at the end of some long days. It was nice to unwind with a glass of wine in the backyard.
Our family was in the process of moving and needed a place to stay for a few days and this home was perfect for us. It was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed.
Place was great. Walking distance to the Turkey Creek Sanctuary, which was a great place to hike around and see some local wildlife. Close enough to town to bike there, and off the main drag so traffic wasn't a big issue. Owner was great about suggestions for biking as well, which was a real plus!
Place had a second living room which was great for stretching and light workouts. Kitchen had enough of the essentials for us to cook every night, including a smoothie blender!
Had two issues:
* Passcode didn't work when we arrived and had to contact the owner. They were very responsive tho and we got in really quickly after that.
* Floor was dusty, like with a light sand. Looks like cleaning had been done and everyone had worn shoes. Seemed to be a mistake on the side of cleaners, so I wouldn't expect it to recur.