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Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting

The best of ALL worlds...including outer space!
Vintage charm abounds in this roomy, 2-story mini-chateau. Set on 3 ac. of botanical, park-like grounds with a soothing tropical waterfall and a sky-high view of awesome rocket launches.

Updated but still definitely quirky (not a modern, granite countertop kitchen industrial-style loft) and really not a cookie-cutter cottage...it was the original house on the property before a NASA couple built the adjacent main house. An eclectic mix of boho + collected antiques gives all the warm fuzzies...and a vintage clawfoot tub keeps you soaking in them.

There are 2 bedrooms with beds in each + a full-sized mattress & air mattress that can be used for additional sleepers. There’s a bathroom on each level and washer & dryer upstairs.

It's a WOW! from the driveway and whether you're soaking in the sunshine streaming through the French doors that open to the Juliette balcony or chilling around a little fire in the fire pit, many memories will be yours for the collecting.

Property manager

Tracy Whipple

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

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)

General

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please don’t forget to replace the key in the lockbox!
Trash bin is located on the side of the house.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events require fee/prior clearance.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Events require fee/prior clearance.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Scottsmoor is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and Buck Lake Conservation Area, while Emma Parrish Theatre and Titusville Playhouse are cultural highlights.
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Mims, FL

What's nearby

  • Cape Canaveral National Cemetery - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Walkabout Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Space View Park - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Canaveral National Seashore - 24 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Kennedy Space Center - 36 min drive - 25.9 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Victorio's Oyster Bar and Grille / Titusville - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Honeysuckle - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪American Legion Post 1 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪No 1 Wok - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting located?

Situated in Scottsmoor, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Indian River Preserve Golf Club, Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, and Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Buck Lake Conservation Area and Space View Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Rocket & Nature Lovers! Vintage European Cottage in a lush Florida Setting Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corey D.

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

Secluded Perfect Stay

We absolutely loved our visit! Good communication and perfect accommodations. We will likely be returning our next visit to the area. Peaceful and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

Beautiful Place! Nice and quiet! Plenty of room and very cozy. Safe area as well. Tracy and her husband are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Tracy was a wonderful host! Everything was neat and clean and fur babies enjoyed it also. We will definitely be back. Thanks for a lovely time😁🐾
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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

A “Peace” of Paradise

We cannot say enough wonderful things about this cottage. It was the perfect landing spot as we explored New, Smyrna Beach and Blue Spring State Park. From campfires to rocket ships, it was an experience we will never forget!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Comfortable with Charm

The location of the property is back from the road giving great privacy. The home is large clean. The decoration's are charming and the property manager was informative.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol m.

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

Hidden Gem!

Wonderful, quaint and quiet! Our family stayed over Thanksgiving and had such a good time! There are great local businesses to explore; from food to a flea market, from Edgewater to Titusville. And don't forget the Refuge. Our host was awesome, the house was clean and comfortable and we are coming back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

August G.

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

Peaceful

Great place to wait for rocket launches, but no visibility from the property itself. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carol B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

So quiet and such an interesting historical home. The decor was cool and we loved how quirky the property was. My husband really appreciated how he couldn't hear any traffic. And he has traffic radar. We loved that we could have our dog there, and he had a great time exploring the large yard. We had a lovely stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen J.

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

Quiet and Convenient

This quaint cottage is in a great location and very quiet neighborhood, perfectly situated for our photography/nature excursions to Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge and Orlando Wetlands. We also paid our respects at the nearby Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. The bed was super comfy, the large walk-in shower a plus for a bad hip, we spent a couple of warm afternoons on the back patio, and it was nice to have the washer/dryer. Some of the basics (pots, oven ware) in the kitchen were a bit worn. We would stay here again and recommend to friends visiting the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

A Soft Place to Land

We had a sudden death in our family and needed a place to stay while we took care of final arrangements. We were so fortunate to find this property at the last minute that accommodated our family. Tracy was so gracious and kind, greeting us upon arrival. The home is secluded, beautiful, quiet, and very comfortable. It was the perfect place to hang out and decompress at the end of each day. We will forever be grateful to have found this little gem. We will definitely stay here again during happier times. It's the perfect place for whatever brings you to Florida.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Très propre spacieux et agréable Un peut loin de tout
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelle W.

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

Lovely cottage

Literally the cutest house ever you’ll love the garden cottage core vibe, super clean and comfy. Plenty of room for a group. Tracy was great with communication and making sure we had everything we needed prior to arrival. Would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis G.

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

florida

Great Host! Great Property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

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