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LAKE FRONT HIDEAWAY 2mi from I-4 Between TAMPA and ORLANDO

Lakefront holiday home in Auburndale with a water park

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Auburndale, FL
  • Place, Fantasy of Flight
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Myrtle Sports Complex
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Auburndale City Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

LAKE FRONT HIDEAWAY 2mi from I-4 Between TAMPA and ORLANDO

Just a quick 2mi drive from I-4, nestled on beautiful Lake Mattie, half way between Tampa and Orlando is this 3 Bedroom 2 Bath home. Completely renovated and ready for you to enjoy.

A 30 minute drive East you'll find all the theme parks, shopping, sports and dining Orlando has to offer; a little further Daytona and the Atlantic Coast. A 40 minute drive West and you'll find Historic Ybor City, the Aquarium, sports arena, and the ports; a little further Tampa and the Spectacular Gulf Coast.

Fishermen, there is no public access to Lake Mattie but your stay gives you full access to the private boat ramp and bait shop; book a half day guide trip on Lake Mattie with our resident guide then return at the end of the day to cook your catch.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
MUST HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION AT ALL TIMES.
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Events

No events allowed
ONLY with prior Manager Approval
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Contact owner for pet(s) policies
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTSIDE ONLY
Pets on a leash, under owner's complete control; pet waste must be collected and disposed of; NO EXOTIC ANIMALS, 2-Dogs & 2 Cats MAX
Notify Manager immediately of broken items to facilitate repairs/replacement and identify costs if any.
This house sits on a lake and is surrounded by a natural backwater swamp. DO NOT FEED OR MOLEST THE WILDLIFE.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: ONLY with prior Manager Approval
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Auburndale

Located in Auburndale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Southlan Shopping Center and Havendale Plaza Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Circle B Bar Reserve and Auburndale City Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cindy Hummed Tennis Center or Winter Haven City Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Auburndale, FL

What's nearby

  • Fantasy of Flight - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Lake Myrtle Sports Complex - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Southlan Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Auburndale City Park - 9 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 27 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peebles Barbecue - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Calogero's Pizzeria - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKE FRONT HIDEAWAY 2mi from I-4 Between TAMPA and ORLANDO pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at LAKE FRONT HIDEAWAY 2mi from I-4 Between TAMPA and ORLANDO?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is LAKE FRONT HIDEAWAY 2mi from I-4 Between TAMPA and ORLANDO located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Fantasy of Flight, Lake Myrtle Sports Complex and Southlan Shopping Center. Havendale Plaza Shopping Center and Water Ski Museum and Hall of Fame are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Epitomizes what a host should be

From entering the house I knew I wasat home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Very clean and welcoming

The hosts were fantastic. Good communication and super thoughtful. Food and water was in the house prior to arrival 👍🏻
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wen G.

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

great hosts

Karen and Freddie are the best hosts I have ever seen. The property is well-maintained, clean and well-supplied. All the supplies are brand new. We had a great stay for spring break. Caught some fish off the dock. Karen and Freddie gave us some duck eggs. They are delicious! I would recommend this property to anyone. The only problem is the traffics on I-4 was bad during the spring break. But compared with staying in the crowded city, 45-60 minutes drive is nothing.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri W., Phenix City

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

Another PERFECT Stay at Lake Mattie

The words amazing and incredible are just not enough to describe this Lake Mattie location. The house itself is very comfortable and decorated so cute in every room. It is stocked well with many extra unexpected amenities, including treats, toys, dishes, and bedding for our dogs. The fishing off the dock is so unbelievable you don't even mind the catch and release policy! Having the host-owned bait shop right on property is a bonus. The hosts are very friendly and helpful without being intrusive. This was our second stay at this wonderful home but will not be our last!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol X.

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

Need more than 5 stars for this rental

Excellent communications from owners from the time of booking until the day we departed. Always helpful and accommodating. The search for a perfect place to vacation is always challenging. Having found the perfect landlords, has been a true blessing to us. “Home is where the heart is” This is a home you can sit back and relax in the scenic back porch overlooking a lake in a quiet, safe neighborhood. Day 1, we were notified our rental was ready more than 5 hours EARLIER than originally promised. Walking in the front door was an atmosphere of “home”. You could see the loving care and thorough cleanliness that went into making sure we were completely happy with our choice in rentals. The structure and furnishings were so comfortable and nautical deco was artistically arranged. Upon unpacking the little bit of food we brought along, we find the cabinets already full of food. The coffee bar had loads of kcups and creamers and there were snacks galore. Ummm, why were we being so blessed in picking this random home? Then we met our land lords. ❤️❤️ Such beautiful Christian folks with giving hearts. We will definitely return in future trips to Florida.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose S.

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

Family vacation

It was our first time staying at a place like this. It was amazing and exceeded our expectations. Would recommend to anyone. If we were to ever come back to Florida, we might stay here again if it’s available.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri W., Phenix City

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

Absolutely Amazing Experience!

Our family was blessed to stay here over Thanksgiving weekend. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook our traditional holiday meal. Being able to take our furbabies with us made it extra special. There were so many extra things Karen left for us that were above & beyond anything we expected. The whole place is decorated so cute! The fishing was great and right out the back door. It is very convenient to have the bait shop right there too. Karen & Freddie are genuine, loving Christians who are a pleasure to visit with. You cannot go wrong staying at this PERFECT place, In fact, we already booked another week over spring break.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Great place, awesome people. We felt we had known then all our lives! They were family!!

Everything you could ask for was taken care of. Amazing place, good Christian people!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nela H.

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

Perfect location, house fully stocked, owner went above and beyond, very comfortable and quiet!

The home had everything we needed and more! The owner went above and beyond, even having necessities there when we arrived…. Bagels and cream cheese, bananas and bottled water are just a few examples. Precious dog beds and little toys were waiting for our fur babies. It was a most comfortable getaway home on a beautiful and quiet lake. ❤️ It was a comfortable getaway home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul D., Rutherford

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

Rustic Sweet Spot

Extemely comfortable home facing an extraordinary undeveloped lake in Central Florida. It is surrounded by an amazing variety of Florida wildlife. Beautiful birds and plants and so much more. The host, Karen, was magnificent and truly was kind and unobtrusive. They have a really nicely outfitted pontoon boat which can be rented with guide to explore the lake and do some fishing. They welcomed our dogs and had toys for them on arrival. This place is old Florida and filled with love. Great for families. Close to Disney but far from everything. Can't say enough good about this home and the host -PD
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendall G.

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

Almost like home

We are building a new home a couple of miles away and it has been a convenient and delightful to get acquainted with the area.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kendall G.

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

“Our Florida Cabin”

The above title is how our grandchildren described the property. We have a family cabin in Washington State. The property is non-pretentious but very comfortable and homey. The lakeside is delightful. The hosts are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Awesome stay, lovely hosts!

From booking& check in to during stay attentiveness & above& beyond hospitality, this place& these hosts were 10/10. ❤️Highly recommend❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Wonderful Lakefront

Extra nice touches from hosts. They had litter box set up for our cat and toys for dog and cat. Kitchen stocked with coffee, fruit, bagels, etc. very clean and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Above and Beyond!

We absolutely enjoyed our time at this property. I contacted the owner before booking with numerous questions and each time she responded almost immediately. The property is absolutely beautiful and the experience surpassed my best expectations. The home was stocked with everything we could have possibly needed other than our clothing. The owner of this property goes way above and beyond to ensure that guests receive the best while vacationing but doesn't intrude at the same time. My husband is a fisherman and we chose this place because it was a lake front. The lake is absolutely beautiful. There is a bait shop on the property and they even offer fishing tours (based on availability). We absolutely loved our time here and it's the best vacation rental I've ever experienced. I give this place 10 stars and the hospitality deserves much more than that! Can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

An Amazing Holiday Getaway!

We had the pleasure of spending our Thanksgiving week at this most amazing property. My little family (including our doggies!) could not have asked for a more perfect home or more hospitable homeowner. It had EVERYTHING we needed, from a bait shop in the backyard to dog beds for Max and Mario. :) We were sad to leave but we have no doubt we will be back very soon. Not only did we have a great week, but we left with two new friends in the homeowners!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leah H., Iron River, USA

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

Karen and Freddie are wonderful and the cabin is AMAZING!

The view is great, the location is great, the hosts are great! So glad we picked this diamond in the rough!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

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Hosted by Karen Driggers

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