10/10 Excellent
stephanie b.
11 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely 2 bedroom apartment
stephanie b.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Apartment
The Front Porch
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sanford, FL
- Historic Downtown Sanford7 min walk
- St. Johns Rivership11 min walk
- Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens7 min drive
- Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
The Front Porch
Premier location, steps away from historic downtown and one of the oldest houses in Sanford!
• 2 Queen Beds
• Decorated with modern flair but set around the original 1894 fireplace
• Our goal is to exceed your expectations, provide a comfortable, personal experience, and give you the feeling that you are at home.
• Lounge on the newly constructed front porch, or take your furry friend to the Dog Park down the street (This unit is pet friendly but a non refundable pet deposit will apply. Ask for details.)
History of the Home
This home was built in 1894 and is one of the oldest houses in Sanford. In fact, Sanford is one of the oldest towns in Florida going back to the 1870’s. 212 West 4th is not only one of the oldest homes in Sanford but was also built and lived in by one of the most renowned and famous Sanford residents; W.J. Hill. In fact, he built it for his wife Alice and it stayed in the family until the mid 1920’s. Hill was one of the first merchants in Sanford and operated a Hardware store and lumber yard. The remnants of the lumber yard are directly behind this home (long metal yellow building) and what’s left of the hardware store is on the corner of Oak and 3rd and still bears the Hill Hardware original signage. If you’re interested to learn more about Sanford, the Hill Family or the lineage of who’s lived in this home, plan a visit with us and stay in this historic home!
• 2 Queen Beds
• Decorated with modern flair but set around the original 1894 fireplace
• Our goal is to exceed your expectations, provide a comfortable, personal experience, and give you the feeling that you are at home.
• Lounge on the newly constructed front porch, or take your furry friend to the Dog Park down the street (This unit is pet friendly but a non refundable pet deposit will apply. Ask for details.)
History of the Home
This home was built in 1894 and is one of the oldest houses in Sanford. In fact, Sanford is one of the oldest towns in Florida going back to the 1870’s. 212 West 4th is not only one of the oldest homes in Sanford but was also built and lived in by one of the most renowned and famous Sanford residents; W.J. Hill. In fact, he built it for his wife Alice and it stayed in the family until the mid 1920’s. Hill was one of the first merchants in Sanford and operated a Hardware store and lumber yard. The remnants of the lumber yard are directly behind this home (long metal yellow building) and what’s left of the hardware store is on the corner of Oak and 3rd and still bears the Hill Hardware original signage. If you’re interested to learn more about Sanford, the Hill Family or the lineage of who’s lived in this home, plan a visit with us and stay in this historic home!
Property manager
Eliana Roy
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Sanford
Sanford is home to this apartment. DeBary Hall Historic Site and Thursby House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fort Mellon Park and Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium or Lake Mary Tennis Center.
Sanford, FL
What's nearby
- Historic Downtown Sanford - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- St. Johns Rivership - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Central Florida Regional Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
- Seminole County Sports Complex - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min walk
- Henry S Depot - 5 min walk
- Hollerbach's Willow Tree Cafe - 7 min walk
- Burger King - 6 min walk
- Celery City Craft - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mia F.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Sweet Home-Away-From-Home
Mia F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robbe M.
30 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Super responsive host
Robbe M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maria B.
5 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location!
Maria B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
5 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Beth B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Eliana Roy
Eliana and Anthony and our family business Sanford Short Term, are excited to share all that Sanford has to offer with our guests. We fell in love with Sanford shortly before Covid in 2019 and haven’t left since. We love rehabbing old and historic real estate, family time, traveling and running multiple businesses.
Hablamos español
Hablamos español
What makes this property unique
Sanford is a golf cart friendly town and is a blast to explore like a local. Ask about availability of our golf cart. We rent the golf cart pictured below for $150/per day.
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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