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"THE SANCTUARY" "Your home away from home!! Location, Location, Location!!

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A heated pool
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

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Palm Bay, FL
  • Place, Palm Bay Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Institute of Technology
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Melbourne Square Mall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

"THE SANCTUARY" "Your home away from home!! Location, Location, Location!!

Come home to my Sanctuary. A private peace of heaven in a quiet community just 5 min to shops, restaurants and entertainment. Oodles of personal touches to make your stay perfection. A restful getaway floating in the pool with a good book, or….Location, Location, Location. 24 min to the beaches. 90 min to theme parks in Orlando. 17 min to Downtown Melbourne. 24 min to the Brevard Zoo and 50 min to The Kennedy Space Center. The Orlando Airport is a short 90 min drive. Must see to believe.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Florida Institute of Technology. Enjoy features like a water park and laundry facilities. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 10 minutes by car from Florida Institute of Technology and 6 minutes from Brevard Community College
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Pool toys
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

1. Please, no more than 3 cars without prior permission. 2. No vaping in the house. 3. If you break it you buy it.... take care of the pool

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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"the Sanctuary" Your Home Away From Home!! Private Heated Pool!

Reviews

"THE SANCTUARY" "Your home away from home!! Location, Location, Location!! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dearl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, very comfortable

We arrived right after the hurricane. There was a lot of concerns about the conditions of the property. Communication with the owner was top notch. We could not have asked for more or more accurate information. We arrived late in the evening and there was drinks in the fridge for us as well as distilled water for our sleep machines. During our stay it was very nice and quiet. Location could not be any better. Close to shopping and restaurants. Was able to do everything on our list without issues. Even the neighborhood was great and friendly. All expectations were laid out and easy to follow. Bed was very comfortable and there was everything needed to prepare meals and clean up afterwords. We have only used VRBO once before and this was way above our previous experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Delightful Family Vacation at The Sanctuary in Palm Bay, Florida

Our family vacation at The Sanctuary in Palm Bay, Florida, was an unforgettable experience! This charming home provided the perfect setting for a relaxing getaway. The highlight was undoubtedly the stunning pool area, where we all spent hours swimming, playing, and lounging by the poolside enjoying the Florida sun. The house was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, with every room thoughtfully designed for comfort. The fully equipped kitchen allowed us to prepare and enjoy meals together, and the comfortable bedrooms ensured a restful night's sleep after our fun-filled days. Despite the host being in the hospital, communication was seamless, and we felt well taken care of throughout our stay. Her dedication to ensuring a positive experience was evident and greatly appreciated. The only minor issue we encountered was a non-working ceiling fan, but the air conditioning worked perfectly, keeping us cool and comfortable. The location in Palm Bay was ideal, with beautiful beaches, great restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly activities nearby. It was the perfect base for exploring all the area has to offer. Overall, our stay at The Sanctuary exceeded our expectations. We left with cherished memories and a desire to return in the future. If you're looking for a fantastic family vacation home in Palm Bay, we highly recommend The Sanctuary. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Sanctuary!

The Sanctuary was everything we wanted for our vacation plus much more! The house was very clean, comfortable, and had everything you would possibly need, from pool toys, board games, cards, and books to first aid supplies. The pool was the highlight of our stay, although the house was exceptional as well. We met our host, Susan, who is a delightful lady. She chatted with us for a while and even offered some of her personal reading materials for us to enjoy. She graciously allowed us to bring our two large dogs with us while staying at her home. The fenced yard was great for them! The special touches she provided made us really feel welcomed in her home. We can't wait to return and I would highly recommend staying at Susan's Sanctuary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

neal d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Hideaway

We were very happy with all aspects of our stay at The Sanctuary. The host was great and made sure our needs were met throughout our stay. Clean and hospitable, close to everything but still out of of the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

CINDY T.

Liked: Cleanliness

All you need

What an awesome place to stay and Susan was so sweet she even took time to leave treats for my grandkids!! The house was clean and fully stocked with everything you need I mean everything!!! Couldn't ask for a better place to stay! If you need anything she is just a text away even willing to bring jumper cables for our rental that broke down :( Shes great! Thankyou Susan for letting us stay at your house and create fond memories! Templeton/Stark families.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful wonderful wonderful

Wonderful residence. Clean and homey. Lots of room for everyone. Susan thought of everything we might have forgotten and then some. Was on of our best experiences.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place to stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and found it to have just about everything you can think of. The pool was wonderful and I was in it every day. Susan is a wonderful host and ensured that our stay was care free
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Florida Family Vacation.

Susan was amazing. We had everything that we needed. She even had a first aid kit. We had a problem with one of the blow up mattresses and she got us a new one with hours of telling her. I would highly recommend staying at her place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scotty G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and Excellent Property

Susan was amazing, the attention to details in the home made so many things so much easier, very clean, organized and just plain wonderful, it is in the neighborhood were my Grandchildren are which was the purpose of our visit, just a excellent property with a great host/ owner, couldnt ask for anything more, Thank You Susan for letting us stay in your wonderful Home, we loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The amazing sanctuary

What is there to say that hasn’t been said. Susan is an amazing host and has an amazing house. The pool is amazing and worth the stay itself. She has about anything you would need for your stay and she is such a nice lady! We look foward to staying again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation/reunited

We were in Palm Bay to visit family. My brother had recently retired from the Air Force and choose Palm Bay for his home base. The Sanctuary was able to accommodate me and my daughters, my sister, niece and mother. We enjoyed the pool and there are so many accommodations inside the Sanctuary that make you feel like you are right at home! We would definitely go back! Thanks Sue!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home away from home

This is a roomy beautiful home with a screened in pool - keeps out the bugs! Susan is very helpful but not intrusive at all. Everything you could want or need is in the house. It is in a quiet neighborhood. All the best beaches are in this area. About an hour or so from Universal. It is close to MANY restaurants and stores. Great place. Note: if you like air conditioning that is cold - like below 76 then this isn’t for you. It was plenty cool for most of us but my husband runs hot all the time so it was a little warm for him.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Crowthorne, Berks UK (Waupaca, WI USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

The Home lived up to the name, The Sanctuary!

We wanted a clean, comfortable, quiet ‘home away from home’ to stay in while our daughter recovered from surgery. Inside, the home was very well equipped, cozy and felt like ‘home’. Outside, the lanai, pool and lights were magical. Susan was the perfect host and went above and beyond communicating with us and provided everything to make our stay carefree, comfortable and tailored to our individual needs. Lovely time; lovely memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Get Away Location

The Sanctuary is a very nice home away from home. The pool was very popular with the younger members of our family. Susan, the host, is very accessible and accommodating. The only reason that I gave a 4 star for online accuracy, is that Susan lives adjacent to the property, and part of the space is shared, although occupants of The Sanctuary will not see or hear Susan. Susan is a very good host, and does her best to make sure that all who stay at The Sanctuary have a great vacation. I would recommend booking The Sanctuary for your next vacation in Florida.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rheta A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away

This home is great for large families with kids. It accommodated up to 8 of my family members , ages12-65 very comfortably. Large modern kitchen was well stocked and a pleasure to cook in. Very open living, dining, lanai areas were connected and spacious. The private fenced backyard with screened in heated pool was great entertainment for the kids with lots of pool toys. Closeness to the beach and shopping and Andretti Park were big pluses. Host is on site and very gracious and helpful with any requests or problems. Had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home away from home

Our time here was fantastic - the house is so comfortable & clean with everything you could possibly need. The description does not do it justice. We travelled here from the UK for our first overseas trip since before the pandemic & were not disappointed. Susan is one of the friendliest & most attentive hosts we have had (we've been using VRBO for 20 years) & we were made to feel very welcome & nothing was too much trouble. Thank you Susan - we enjoyed meeting you, Ginger & Camilla
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna L.

Liked: Cleanliness

An actual sanctuary!

This place was beyond expectations and was only a 25 min drive to the beach. Even though we drove 9 hours to get to the property we stayed 90 percent of the time inside the house and by the pool! The pool was the best part and very clean ! The only complaint I have is I over pack anyways but this amazing woman had EVERYTHING from high chairs to play pins to food in the cabs! I mean I would recommend packing only clothes and a few towels because this property has it all! At first I was a little skeptic about her being right behind the fence of the property but she let us enjoy our vacation as we pleased with music and all and didn’t bother us one time !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The house was beautiful and exactly the way it was supposed to be. We had everything we needed for our family vacation like we were at home instead of away. The pool was amazing and all the toys and floats the kids could ever want to play with. Great location close to the beach and the parks in Orlando without being right in the middle of all the tourist traffic. My family and I loved this house and if in this area again would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G., Vancouver, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

I wasn't able to go, but here's what my brother had to say: From even before we arrived, our host, Susan, was in touch and made sure we had access to get in as we arrived after flying overnight. This was a huge bonus, as we were very tired and didn't want to sit around waiting for check-in. Once we were there, everything we could possibly expect was exceeded in the conditions, cleanliness and the overall setting in this beautiful house. Cupboards stocked, all amenities available and organized. It was truly unbelievable and felt like we actually had a home in this beautiful area. 20 minutes from beaches, Melbourne center and all the shopping you could want. Plus many restaurants for all tastes. The layout of the sanctuary is unbelievable, the pool area is gorgeous and in fact, lawn was cut and pool cleaned while we were there. Truly the greatest part was the meticulous nature of how Susan hosts. Guidelines and considerations to make our trip smooth and eventful were abound with notes and an amazing binder for reference to all things Palm Bay and the surrounding area. This trip truly was plug and play paradise, greatly made possible by our gracious hostess. Would not hesitate to return, our only regret is that we didn't have more time to stay. Thank You so much for everything Susan
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Sanctuary is a place you never want to leave.

From the moment I walked in the front door I was in love. The house was welcoming, beautifully decorated and so open and airy. No detail was left undone. It was everything we had hoped for and more for our family vacation. We will be back❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

No Problems

Our stay was everything we expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Relaxing

Interesting house, lots of beauty and comfort. Wonderful private pool. It was all we were looking for.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven

This is an excellent property and location and Susan is an even better person. If I am ever in the area again, this is where I will stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Florida Getaway!!

From the instant we booked THE SANCTUARY, everything was great. Host immediately responded to any question or need!! Rented 2.5 months ahead and had nothing to worry about.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021