Title: Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=8824&destination=Merritt+Island%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=120147560&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky ## Photo gallery for Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky ![House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms - Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120147600/120147560/w3000h2246x0y4-63fb8208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms - Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120147600/120147560/w3000h2246x0y4-116bf291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms - Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120147600/120147560/w3000h2246x0y4-0e851b6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms - Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120147600/120147560/w3000h2246x0y4-9ea51d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms - Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120150000/120147600/120147560/w3000h2246x0y4-b0707618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky provides everything you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122509 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky Barbecue grills and free WiFi in public areas are available at this vacation home. The vacation home offers a private bathroom. This vacation home offers 8 accommodations. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 private bathrooms ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchairs on site ### 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 ### General - 8 units ## Similar properties ![House, Accessible | 3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120110000/120102700/120102653/fb3fc9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Beachside House With Hot Tub Surfside Estates - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill - Living/Dining area [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=120102653&PinnedHotelID=120102653&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106830000/106821800/106821711/cfc7981f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Our Happy Place 2 by Cocoa Village USSAA Sports Complex Rockledge - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=106821711&PinnedHotelID=106821711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110750000/110744800/110744747/804a0263.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming, treetop Indian River Hideaway Cocoa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews $259 nightly $288 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16&selected=110744747&PinnedHotelID=110744747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117017700/117017694/544d4593.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Merritt Island Sunset \~ Riverside Pool & Hot Tub Merritt Island - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=117017694&PinnedHotelID=117017694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103630000/103623300/103623243/986bad4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Stateroom Edgewater Landings - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer $406 nightly $453 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=103623243&PinnedHotelID=103623243&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69930000/69923500/69923468/w904h683x61y0-e7374a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whole house! 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Shore Lanes Bowling Center and Golf-N-Gator are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and Traxx at Jungle Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at USSSA Space Coast Complex or Space Coast Iceplex. [Visit our Merritt Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Merritt-Island.dx8824) [View more Vacation Homes in Merritt Island](https://www.expedia.com/Merritt-Island-Private-Vacation-Homes.d8824-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.38440%2C-80.66521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U-gzYsbjLJ5j7xSz7Vn1jre0MrA=) Merritt Island, FL ### What's nearby - ![Bio Lab Rd in the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge stretches six miles along the lagoon. Lots of wildlife to see!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6484/abeba37f-d643-4905-a431-5be882f81e03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge 4 min drive \- 2.3 miles - ![CapeCanaveral_ManateeSanctuaryPark_6300853-2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6300853/1c9811ad-daaf-4dc5-9f03-3453add81a47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Manatee Sanctuary Park 9 min drive \- 6.2 miles - ![A warm sunny day at Cocoa Beach pier near Cape Canaveral on Florida's Space Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977222608/c2e95409-4754-46c5-8c2d-c1aace9cdecf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cocoa Beach 10 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16 6 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Ron Jon Surf Shop 9 min drive \- 7.2 miles ### Getting around - Melbourne Orlando Intl. Airport (MLB) 48 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 8 min drive - Chick-fil-A 6 min drive - Beef 'O' Brady's 9 min drive - Steak 'n Shake 5 min drive - Cumberland Farms 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky? ### What time is check-out at Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky? ### Where is Dolphins in the Backyard Rockets in the Sky located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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