Your own Little "Peace" of Paradise...peaceful and quiet when you want to relax, close to beaches, parks, restaurants and nightlife when you want to play!
"This was the best short term rental experience I have had in 32+ stays, it reminded me of what a true short term rental experience used to be” • “The outside shower was amazing and hot, perfect after a nighttime swim” • “Super clean and beautiful” • “Tim and Lisa were absolutely amazing hosts!”
• Private keypad entrance, off-street parking
• 1.3 miles to Wilton Drive
• 4 miles to Ft Laud Beach, 5 miles to Laud-by-the-Sea Beach
• Large private bathroom
• Heated pool with raised hot tub
• Tiki bar with outdoor kitchen
• Outdoor hot water shower
• Two twin-sized beds
• Amenities are not shared with any other guests
Things to note:
• We require reviews from previous hosts in order to book
• Smoking or vaping are not allowed indoors or in the pool or hot tub
• The property cannot accommodate pets or other animals
• The property is not suitable for children or infants (pool is not fenced)
• No outside guests--max 2 persons on property at all times
Your studio includes a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, private keypad entrance and free off-street parking. Large fenced tropical yard with private heated pool and hot tub, Tiki bar with outdoor kitchen, outdoor hot water shower, and more! All areas are yours alone, not shared with any other guests.
We do our own cleaning (actually, Lisa does the cleaning), which means your studio is super clean and sanitized when you arrive.
The bedroom has two twin beds, 32" smart TV, Wi-Fi, ceiling fan, a bistro table with two chairs, iron and ironing board, and plenty of drawer and closet space.
The bedroom is connected to a large private bathroom with tub / shower, linen closet, and ceiling fan. The bedroom has a large window with blinds and a French door with blackout curtains so you can let in plenty of light or keep the room dark for a good night's sleep. The bedroom is also connected to a private galley style kitchenette with refrigerator / freezer, microwave, Keurig, and toaster. We provide FREE coffee and tea pods, bottled water and ice plus disposable plates, cutlery, and hot and cold beverage cups.
There is a private sitting area just outside your studio door with two chairs, table, patio umbrella, and a tiki torch. A few steps from this sitting area is the large private yard with your own large private heated swimming pool with raised hot tub; enclosed outdoor hot water shower with attached dressing area; fire pit; tiki hut with high back bar seats, TV, stereo, and lighting; covered outdoor kitchen with gas grill, sink with hot and cold water, and mini fridge with freezer. Tiki torches, patio umbrellas, and multiple outdoor sitting areas surrounded by lush tropical landscape are spread out all around the yard.
Nearby attractions:
Wilton Drive--a few blocks
Ft. Laud Beach--4 miles
Downtown Ft. Lauderdale--3 miles
"FAT" Village--2 1/2 miles
Sport Fishing and Boat Rentals--4 miles
Birch State Park--4 miles
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Beach--5 1/2 miles
Ft. Lauderdale Airport--8 miles
Port Everglades Cruise Ship Terminal--10 miles
Hard Rock Live Casino--11 miles
Broward County Convention Center--6 miles
Chase Stadium (formerly DRV PINK)--3 miles
Amerant Arena--12 miles
Hard Rock Football Stadium--20 miles
Everglades Holiday Park--25 miles
Many more restaurants, beaches, parks, bars, shopping and other attractions are all within 30 minutes.
We live on the property and with many years in the hospitality profession we can make your stay with us in Wilton Manors / Fort Lauderdale memorable. Or if you prefer, we can stay completely out of your way and respect your privacy. It's your visit, and our goal is to make it special.
Other things to note:
• We require reviews from previous hosts in order to book.
• No outside guests--max 2 persons on property at all times.
• Smoking or vaping are not allowed indoors or in the pool or hot tub.
• The property is not suitable for children or infants (pool is not fenced)
A complete guest guide will be in your room describing house policies and amenities, places to go and see, recommended restaurants, location of nearest beaches and casinos, wildlife viewing opportunities, etc.
You will have our phone numbers for call or text. We live on property so we will be able to help as much or as little as needed throughout your stay. Most of the time we are available to personally greet you upon your arrival and are happy to do so, however this is not required and keypad self check-in is available if you prefer.
We are in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by parks and lots of activities, home to both young professionals and retirees from all over the country as well as people visiting on vacation. The streets are often busy with friendly people walking their dogs, jogging or biking.
Although the neighborhood itself is quiet, we are just a few blocks from the vibrant nightlife and daytime shopping of Wilton Drive; less than 15 minutes to the shops and restaurants of Ft. Lauderdale Beach, downtown Ft. Lauderdale and Las Olas Blvd; and less than 30 minutes from other great beaches such as Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Dania Beach, and the Hollywood “Broadwalk.” Being within a couple miles of I-95 means we are an easy day trip to the Palm Beaches to the north (40 miles) and Miami / Miami Beach to the south (35 miles).
Two state parks and numerous regional parks are within 15 miles. The main entrance to Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve are less than 70 miles away, however you do not need to go that far to experience these iconic wilderness areas; we are happy to show you many places much closer where you can experience airboat rides, alligator/wildlife viewing, bird watching, fishing, and hiking.
Mickel Park, which recently underwent a $1.6 million renovation, is two blocks away and open to the public during the day. This beautifully landscaped park features outside workout stations, a running/ walking path, a sand-volley ball court and several covered pavilions for picnics and other outdoor activities. Several nights a year the city hosts outdoor musical concerts under the main pavilion. There is also a public electric vehicle charging station.
Don Eisele park, located on the middle river (one of the bodies of water that makes Wilton Manors the “island city”) is also within walking distance and features multiple park benches nestled within a canopy of shade trees and a dock that provides views of the middle river. There is also a canoe / kayak launch. This park is also open sunrise to sunset.
Within a mile or two is a Publix grocery store, Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks, Aroma Joe's, 24-hour 7-11, liquor store, CVS and Walmart drug stores, and many other stores, restaurants and bars.
The City of Wilton Manors operates a Circuit ride share service that will take you from our property to anywhere within the city.
We are happy to recommend local beaches, bars, restaurants, shopping areas, or more distant day trips both tame and adventurous. Your hosts are ling time residents of south Florida, and we are just as comfortable sitting poolside as we are fishing the local waters or hiking knee deep in the Everglades, so we are able to recommend activities to fit any preference. It’s also possible to spend your entire time on the property without going anywhere else and have a great, relaxing south Florida experience!
GETTING AROUND ONCE YOU’RE HERE:
There are lots of Uber and Lyft drivers at any time of day or night in this area and they are very easy to get, so ride share is all you'll need if you plan to play and explore locally (Wilton Drive, Ft. Lauderdale Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Las Olas Blvd.) Cabs are also available. Wilton Manors also has CIRCUIT which will take you between any two points within the city of Wilton Manors. As of this writing the cost is $2.00 per passenger per trip. If you plan to visit the attractions not so close, however, you might want to consider a rental car. You could also look into the Tri-Rail or Brightline trains; these run north and south between Miami and Orlando with multiple stops along the way. If this is something that interests you, please make sure to check Brightline or TriRail directly, as schedules, routes and pricing change.
GETTING HERE:
Ft. Lauderdale International Airport is about 15 – 20 minutes away and is served by the usual ride share, taxi, and private limousine services that can be found at any major airport. Miami International and Palm Beach International are each about 30 – 40 minutes away by car, or you might want to use the Brightline Train or TriRail to connect from these airports to the Ft. Lauderdale Train Station. If this is something that interests you, please make sure to check Brightline or TriRail directly, as schedules, routes and pricing change.
We are also located less than 5 miles from Ft. Lauderdale Executive Airport, which serves smaller airlines / airplanes and private planes.