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Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton

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Experience the charm of downtown Lakeland at this beautifully restored 1850+ sq ft historic home. Relax with a cup of coffee on the expansive front porch, unwind on the back porch or entertain up to 12 guests in the spacious kitchen.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton

Lakeland Historic District — Just a 10 minute walk to Florida Southern College (FSC) & 4 minutes walk to Morton Lake (aka ‘Swan Lake’)

What You'll Love:

→ Located in the 1920s character filled historic district
→ Walking distance to prime downtown Lakeland, FSC & Morton Lake
→ Fully stocked kitchen with cooking essentials
→ 70” Samsung SmartTV for entertainment
→ Backyard with BBQ grill and outdoor dining
→ Dog friendly accommodation

The space:

➤ Location Perks: Central, and close to it all.

→ Florida Southern College – 10 minute walk
→ Morton Lake – 4 minute walk
→ Downtown Lakeland – 10 minute walk
→ Art Center – 10 minute walk

➤ Bedrooms & Bathrooms: 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10

⎯▹ Bedroom 1: King bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 2: Queen bed
⎯▹ Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds
⎯▹ Living Room: 1 sofa bed & air mattress

• Fresh bedding + towels provided
• 2 full bathrooms
• Bath essentials provided

➤Experience Overview

• Lightening fast wifi
• Large backyard
• Patio & outdoor dining
• BBQ gas grill
• 70” SmartTV
• Dog friendly!
• Coffee maker, toaster, microwave
• In-home washer + dryer
• Secure covered carport (1-2 vehicles)
• Easy self-checkin via secure door keypad

➤ FAQ’s

» Is the area safe?

Absolutely. The home is located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, you’ll enjoy peace of mind throughout your stay.

» Is this house good for remote workers?

Of course! We offer high-speed wifi and have areas around the home to set up a workspace.

» Can I bring pets?
We welcome well-behaved dogs for an additional fee. The backyard is not fenced in.

♥ Meet Your Hosts
We’re Christa and Anthony, and we’re absolutely thrilled that you are considering staying in one of our lovely homes! As locals here in sunny Lakeland, Florida, we’ve poured our hearts into making these homes special just for you. Our top priority is ensuring you have an amazing stay and the best experience possible. Feel free to reach out anytime – we’d love to share our passion for this fantastic city we call home! If there’s anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Your Hosts,
Anthony & Christa

Guest access:

✓ Full access to the home & backyard
✓ Self-check-in with a door code

Other things to note:

➤ Booking & Guest Policies

✓ The listing price reflects the base rate for the accommodation only.
✓ Please enter the correct number of guests at the time of booking to ensure accurate pricing and avoid issues at check-in.
✓ All guests must be registered prior to arrival.
✓ We have a strict no refund policy. Reservation changes that result in a refund are not permitted.

➤ Pet Policy

✓ Pets must be registered and the pet fee paid before check-in.
✓ Failure to register your pet or pay the fee may result in cancellation without a refund.
✓ Excessive barking must be managed to avoid neighbor complaints.
✓ In the case of unresolved issues, you may be asked to board your pet or find alternative arrangements.

➤ Events

✓ Parties are not allowed.
✓ Some events may be permitted with prior approval before booking.
✓ Event fees are negotiated on a case-by-case basis.
✓ Unapproved events will result in additional charges, including cleanup fees

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you brought a dog, please check the yard for any waste you might have missed. Bag it up and toss it in the green bin before heading out. Thanks for keeping the area clean!
If you use the grill during your stay, please clean it before you leave to avoid extra cleaning charges. Thanks for helping keep things tidy!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please be advised that after the cancellation period we do not allow ANY changes to a reservation that results in a refund.
Please do not allow pets on the furniture or in the beds. Cleanup fees are 100/hr to remove pet hair from the linens and furniture.
Failure to pay the pet fee and comply with the pet policy will result in the cancellation of your booking and removal from the property and no refund.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be crated if left alone in house.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lake Morton Get Away Central Downtown Lakeland House
Lake Morton Get Away Central House
Lake Morton Get Away Central
Lake Morton Get Away Central Downtown Lakeland Lakeland
Lake Morton Get Away Central Downtown Lakeland Lakeland
Morton Get Away Central House

About the neighborhood

Located in East Lake Morton, a neighborhood in Lakeland, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a lake. Polk Museum of Art and Polk Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Eastside Village Shopping Center and Wabash Shopping Center. Hollis Gardens and Explorations V Children s Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lakeland, FL

What's nearby

  • Polk Museum of Art - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Mirror - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • RP Funding Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Lakeside Village - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lakeland Station - 17 min walk
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Texas Cattle Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sabu - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mojo Federal Swine & Spirits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cozy Oaks Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton located?

Located in East Lake Morton, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Polk Museum of Art, Lake Morton, and Florida Southern College. Hollis Gardens and Lake Hollingsworth are also within 15 minutes. Lakeland Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Stay in the Charming Historic District ~ Walk to FSC, Downtown & Lake Morton Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends vacation

Great place! Wish they had more towels available and counter top space available in the bedrooms to lay out clothes, travel bags, etc..
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Morton House

Everything at this property is great. This was my second stay and the house is comfortable, well maintained, and near the things we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryRae M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good!

Very clean and nice. Host was awesome. Easy to reach. A real nice spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting family in the area

Plenty of room. All essentials thoughtfully provided. Loved the Ninja Coffee Maker..Close to scenic/dining downtown area. Harrys Seafood was excellent but chef is heavy on spices! Would liked to have taken advantage of area interests but our family time was priority. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Wonderful space for 2! We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

God send

My family was displaced by hurricane Milton and this rental was great. The owner was very easy and present to communicate with and went above and beyond to make us comfortable.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location

Worked well for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryce T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place was very clean and Anthony’s communication was good.

Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Accomodations

From the property, to the location, to the amenities — this property was perfect. We were staying in Lakeland to move our daughter into SEU for her senior year. We had always stayed in a hotel but this property was so much better! Everything in the property was first class and the location was convenient to everything we needed and wanted to do. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cozy & inviting

Great house with all the necessities....clean, cozy and spacious all at the same time. The neighborhood was a little “sketchy” but loved that it was walking distance to a great coffee shop and beautiful pond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home was just as desribed

Lovely home, pictures are what you get! Neighborhood was not the greatest, but felt safe inside the home. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meeting 1st grandchild

My overall impression of this home was that it was HOME . Everything was perfect. The accommodations made it so easy for our family got together, there was plenty of space for all of us. A great atmosphere. The home was well maintained and extremely clean. I will definitely be back and renting that home again, I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home

We were two moms moving our sons into FSC for their freshman year. The home is great and the location to campus and downtown Lakeland was perfect. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Property was perfect for my group and exactly as described. Anthony was wonderful to deal with and answered all my questions before and after booking my reservation. He was very responsive and accommodating. Location of the property allowed us to walk into town easily and is a perfect spot for visiting a student at Florida Southern College. Would highly recommend this property and the property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

The house was very clean and conveniently located. Our only issues was finding sheets for the pullout couch, and finding room to sleep 9 adults. The house claims to sleep 10, but we could only find room for 8. Otherwise, the house was lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is perfect for FSC visiting parents

Clean, Beautifully decorated, Spacious, lots of items in the kitchen. Everything you need. House next door is kinda an eye sore but hey you can’t control your neighbors. I never personally saw them or had any issues. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

To the BOOK…

I really enjoyed this property the managers were quick and informative. My only other comment is concerning their limited flexibility. I have 5 stars because they fulfilled their contact. However, I received a message about a week prior offering a discount to extend my stay as it was open. I quickly replied that in would be in the area prior nights but was asking for an early check in to drop bags. The response was that I could pay $50 for an early check in. I do understand this is a business however, I would’ve really appreciated the generosity of them to extend it early. Check in, even though it was not expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gud

It was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryann H., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house in a great location!

Anthony's house is great, and he's super-responsive to any issues. The perfect spot to enjoy all Lakeland has to offer!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very well kept property

Very clean property. Sort of a busy street and neighbors house in disrepair. Other than that great property and Anthony great to work with
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Great property and a great location. We had a super time very easy to walk to some really nice spots in Lakeland. We loved the coffee shop attached to the public library. Mr. fish is amazing! Best fish sandwich I’ve ever had. it’s a short walk to the beautiful Florida Southern University with amazing Frank Loyd Wright architecture. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, clean and comfy!

We really enjoyed our stay at the house. The owner was really easy to contact and helpful. The house was clean and cozy. The bed comfy, lots of linens and towels and all the kitchen stuff we needed. I would say the bathrooms are small and there is a loose tile in the one bathrooms right in front of the toilet, but it is not a show stopper at all. The front porch was great to sit on and relax., They could really have a cute spot in the back to do that also if they wanted too. I would stay here again in a heartbeat - really liked the kitchen, living room and bedrooms! The board on the wall was really cool and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake Morton home

Beautiful home in wonderful neighborhood. Easy walk to Lake Morton and Florida Southern. The owner was incredibly responsive and friendly. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed!

We stayed at this property due to a death in the family. It was perfect for hosting and has many comforts of home. Of course there is going to be a “thing or two” that needs attention and when I expressed it to the landlord he called me personally to thank me . He agreed to make improvements and I take his word for it. We’ll book again when staying for a lengthy visit in Lakeland. Truly a little gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony B., Mount Plymouth, Fla.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We really enjoyed this house, quiet and clean. What a crazy,unique experience me and my wife had here. Upon initial entry we put ALL of our belongings on counter and returned to the car to unload clothes only to be locked out by smart lock. We had to wait 1 1/2 hours for remaining family for entry code, all cell phones,money were inside. Camera obviously doesn't alert owner as we tried 20 times to remember code, just FYI. Funny in the end and lesson learned, never close smart locked doors. Can't believe police weren't called on ou repeated attempts to open windows and doors. I do recommend home though, quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022