Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford

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A cozy RV interior with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living space.
A cozy interior with a sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a rug.
A compact kitchenette with wooden cabinetry, a stainless steel sink, a coffee maker, and a dish rack.
A compact cabin with a wooden interior, a small table with an airbnb card, a bench, and a window overlooking a marina.
A white yacht docked at a wooden pier with a covered upper deck, surrounded by other boats.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves
    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sanford, FL
  • Place, Lake Monroe
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Seminole County Sports Complex
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

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About the area

Sanford

Located in Sanford, this houseboat is on the waterfront. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and Elev8 Fun Orlando are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lake Mary Farmer's Market and Altamonte Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Soap Box Derby Track or Lake Mary Tennis Center.
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Map
Sanford, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Monroe - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Historic Downtown Sanford - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Seminole County Sports Complex - 20 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Kia Center - 28 min drive - 43.0 km

Getting around

  • DeBary Station - 6 min drive
  • Sanford Station - 14 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Frozen Custard - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Luxury Chris Craft Yacht On the Beautiful St. John's River in Sanford located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 2 miles (3 km) of Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Black Bear Wilderness Area and Lake Monroe. Lake Monroe Park is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun place to stay

The houseboat was just as described. Cute, cozy and perfect for what I needed. I checked in at night and it was suuuuper dark, so bring a flashlight. The owner was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2022
Great idea about the flashlight Danielle! As a new host I’m still learning little details to tell guest to make check in easier, and I will for sure add this into my introduction messages! Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun weekend with our boys!

We had a great time spending the weekend on this "floating hotel." Our 11-year-old boys had a blast exploring the boat and marina. Marco was easy to contact and gave us detailed instructions on how to get onboard. The marina is more adult in the afternoons and evenings, so we stayed busy in town and on the boat. Our son hugged us and thanked us for such a special visit when we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2022
Thanks for a fantastic review! I hope you and your sons come back for another stay on the water soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice something different

Overall 5 ⭐ Owner was great. Boat was 40+ years old, refurbished. Only recommendation would be to have it docked in a better marina. Only view was of the Sanford Power Plant or the older man who permanently lives in the boat in the next slip over. The marina appeared to have quite a few vagabond or displaced people permanently living on their boats. If it was in the Downtown Sanford Marina it would be a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2022
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the boat! The marina did get hit hard from Hurricane Ian and just now Hurricane Nicole a few days ago, and like you saw some of the boats got beat up pretty bad. We’re doing all we can to quickly get back to normal. Hopefully cleanup won’t take too long and Mother Nature gives Florida a break here soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Early check out

Unsafe stairs to board boat. Checked out after one night due to this. Requested some / any refund and received none
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay on this boat was delightful! It is moored at a small marina west of Lake Monroe with everything you need, just bring your clothes and food. It was a little tricky climbing the ladder to board, so those without good balance may find it difficult, but the 3 of us who are in our 60’s, 70’s & 80’s found it adventurous. Although there were 2 bathrooms, 1 with a shower similar to what you find in a small camper, we chose to use the facility provided at the marina instead as it was just a short walk. There is a store, bar and huge pool attached to a restaurant which was being refurbished, but we didn’t use any of them. We came with our bikes and were able to easily access bike trails which leads to downtown Sanford, and continues around Lake Monroe through wooded trails leading to several beautiful springs for a total of 27 miles. A great experience topped off by staying on this boat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway

I am an experienced boater and wanted a relaxing getaway for New Year's. The boat is as described. Mario and his dad met me there and helped me get my supplies on board. They even powerwashed. There was a cold streak so I needed the heaters. They worked great and I was as comfortable as in a hotel. The wifi allowed me to make videos for my social media. The beds are luxurious for a boat with everything clean, no musty boat smell. The bathrooms and shower worked great too. The galley had everything I needed to stick to my special diet. The deli and the marina was friendly and fun. I am sure once the restaurant and pool are fixed from the hurricane damage it will be a blast in the summer. I felt very safe alone as the docks were well lit and locked. I would definitely rent the boat again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
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