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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10 207.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Palm Bay, FL
- Palm Bay Hospital7 min drive
- Palm Bay Regional Park8 min drive
- Florida Institute of Technology13 min drive
- Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Whimsical Haven
Escape the Ordinary at The Whimsical Haven!! Whether you are planning a couple's getaway, celebrating a special occasion or need a family retreat, this spacious home is the ultimate blend of a wanderlust's dream and cozy home comfort!
*4 Smart TVs with ROKU/Local/Sling Live TV upon request
*Entire Home, quiet, safe neighborhood
* 6 beds, 2 baths, 11 guests
*Keypad Entry
*Same-Day booking upon request!
*Solar HEATED Pool (See Description)
*BBQ Grill
*Full equipped/Stocked kitchen
Book with confidence!
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Palm Bay Fl, The Whimsical Haven welcomes up to 11 guests comfortably with its four aesthetically decorated guest suites, each with their own unique flair!
A sense of escape and Old Antique Charm awaits you in the floral styled Savannah suite, surrounded by hand-painted furnishings and shades of pink and turquoise blue, creating a romantic nest for two!
The adjoining, spa-like bathroom features an enchanting tub, creating the perfect relaxation atmosphere!
Enter the Nirvana suite and feel a spirit of nature, peace and rest. Soft tones of green embrace the essence of this room, crafting a calm atmosphere in this earthy inspired suite!
Make the Boho Dreams suite your next destination! Open the doors to this playful room, graced with Boho accents. The soft fairy lights will lull you to the land of sweet dreams.
Our Lighthouse Pointe suite features twin bunk beds and full bed, perfect for traveling with little ones.
The Whimsical Haven offers all the amenities of the perfect home away from home experience, such as a beautifully farm-style inspired kitchen, equipped with everything to serve, cook and enjoy your favorite home-cooked meals. A spacious living area is provided with flat screen TV, Roku access, family board games and children's coloring books for hours of family fun!
The Whimsical Haven also has on-site washer and dryer, backyard, pool, fire pit and patio for all your entertainment needs!
At the end of a day filled with adventure, find peace and serenity and enjoy your favorite family memories or highlight of your vacation around the pool, or relax in the spacious living room and enjoy your favorite movies or board games...
Welcome Guide:
We are a Full-service Hospitality and Vacation Rental company and we offer a variety of Concierge and Guest Services including Special Occasions packages and Traveler Rental Essentials.
-Noise Ordinance is at 10pm!
STRICTLY ENFORCED:
The property can accomodate up to 11 guests comfortably.
Intimate family gatherings and quiet dinners are welcomed at no charge. 15 people or less including confirmed guests and children 2-12 years!
1 gathering per guest stay.
No more than 4 cars parked on property per guest stay. Please do not park across the street, on neighbor's lawns or block driveways!
$500 fee will be assessed if guest is found in violation of these terms.
SMOKING:
Permitted outdoors ONLY, PLEASE DISCARD CIGARETTE BUTTS PROPERLY.
EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT
Early check-in: $25/hour
LATE checkout: $50/hour.
Please request in advance so that we may make necessary arrangements if possible!
Checkout time is promptly at 10am. Late fee of $50 will be charged after 10:15 am and every subsequent hour thereafter.
TRASH DAYS
-Trash Days are: Mondays and Thursdays, Recycling: Wednesdays! PLEASE ALWAYS LEAVE TRASH BINS BY THE CURB UPON CHECK-OUT.
BOOKING ALTERATION REQUESTS:
One courtesy change can be made to an existing reservation. For any subsequent changes thereafter, a $50 fee will apply.
Changes 24 hours or less from checkout time, will automatically incur $50 fee.
WIFI SPECS:
Download
396
Mbps
Upload
144
Mbps
PETS:
PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE WHIMSICALHAVEN.
For service animals owners only:
Use Pet beds or blankets on furniture (Available in our guests Services store)
PROPERTY ACCESS:
Owners and representatives entering property:
Occasionally, the Owner or designated representatives (Housekeeper or repair person) my need to enter property at any reasonable time for inspections, maintenance or repair with advance notice on guest cell phone or platform messaging.
Pest Control, Landscape and Pool maintenance personnel may enter grounds of property through side gates any time without prior notice.
SOLAR HEATED POOL:
The pool is heated through the solar panels on the roof during the day. Therefore, the amount of sunlight it absorbs and the amount of sun that is available determines the temperature of the water. Usually it is about 8 to 10 degrees warmer than the outside temperature and the more consecutive sunny days there are, the warmer it gets. If the weather has been cold, most likely the water take longer to warm up... We have no control over how warm it gets when guests arrive! It's totally contingent on the weather.
EVENT RENTAL:
Please request hourly rate to book The property as a venue.
Up to 25 Guests, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL
Have your event, reception, and accommodations venue all wrapped up into one location! With a Stunning Country chic Farmhouse décor, Spacious and full of Natural Light, The Whimsical Haven is set up perfectly for your special day, providing a relaxing atmosphere for a memorable event!
4 suites on-site, provide sleeping accommodations for up to 11 guests, however, there is plenty of room to accommodate a quiet, intimate event of 25 guests on the grounds with a maximum of 6 cars parked on property. Noise Ordinance still Strictly enforced!
PLEASE CONTACT HOST FOR HOURLY RENTAL RATE
$500 fee will be assessed if guest is found in violation of these terms.
Thank you for your cooperation and keeping The Whimsical Haven a clean, enjoyable environment! : )
Kind regards,
DFHOMES Management
*4 Smart TVs with ROKU/Local/Sling Live TV upon request
*Entire Home, quiet, safe neighborhood
* 6 beds, 2 baths, 11 guests
*Keypad Entry
*Same-Day booking upon request!
*Solar HEATED Pool (See Description)
*BBQ Grill
*Full equipped/Stocked kitchen
Book with confidence!
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Palm Bay Fl, The Whimsical Haven welcomes up to 11 guests comfortably with its four aesthetically decorated guest suites, each with their own unique flair!
A sense of escape and Old Antique Charm awaits you in the floral styled Savannah suite, surrounded by hand-painted furnishings and shades of pink and turquoise blue, creating a romantic nest for two!
The adjoining, spa-like bathroom features an enchanting tub, creating the perfect relaxation atmosphere!
Enter the Nirvana suite and feel a spirit of nature, peace and rest. Soft tones of green embrace the essence of this room, crafting a calm atmosphere in this earthy inspired suite!
Make the Boho Dreams suite your next destination! Open the doors to this playful room, graced with Boho accents. The soft fairy lights will lull you to the land of sweet dreams.
Our Lighthouse Pointe suite features twin bunk beds and full bed, perfect for traveling with little ones.
The Whimsical Haven offers all the amenities of the perfect home away from home experience, such as a beautifully farm-style inspired kitchen, equipped with everything to serve, cook and enjoy your favorite home-cooked meals. A spacious living area is provided with flat screen TV, Roku access, family board games and children's coloring books for hours of family fun!
The Whimsical Haven also has on-site washer and dryer, backyard, pool, fire pit and patio for all your entertainment needs!
At the end of a day filled with adventure, find peace and serenity and enjoy your favorite family memories or highlight of your vacation around the pool, or relax in the spacious living room and enjoy your favorite movies or board games...
Welcome Guide:
We are a Full-service Hospitality and Vacation Rental company and we offer a variety of Concierge and Guest Services including Special Occasions packages and Traveler Rental Essentials.
-Noise Ordinance is at 10pm!
STRICTLY ENFORCED:
The property can accomodate up to 11 guests comfortably.
Intimate family gatherings and quiet dinners are welcomed at no charge. 15 people or less including confirmed guests and children 2-12 years!
1 gathering per guest stay.
No more than 4 cars parked on property per guest stay. Please do not park across the street, on neighbor's lawns or block driveways!
$500 fee will be assessed if guest is found in violation of these terms.
SMOKING:
Permitted outdoors ONLY, PLEASE DISCARD CIGARETTE BUTTS PROPERLY.
EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT
Early check-in: $25/hour
LATE checkout: $50/hour.
Please request in advance so that we may make necessary arrangements if possible!
Checkout time is promptly at 10am. Late fee of $50 will be charged after 10:15 am and every subsequent hour thereafter.
TRASH DAYS
-Trash Days are: Mondays and Thursdays, Recycling: Wednesdays! PLEASE ALWAYS LEAVE TRASH BINS BY THE CURB UPON CHECK-OUT.
BOOKING ALTERATION REQUESTS:
One courtesy change can be made to an existing reservation. For any subsequent changes thereafter, a $50 fee will apply.
Changes 24 hours or less from checkout time, will automatically incur $50 fee.
WIFI SPECS:
Download
396
Mbps
Upload
144
Mbps
PETS:
PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE WHIMSICALHAVEN.
For service animals owners only:
Use Pet beds or blankets on furniture (Available in our guests Services store)
PROPERTY ACCESS:
Owners and representatives entering property:
Occasionally, the Owner or designated representatives (Housekeeper or repair person) my need to enter property at any reasonable time for inspections, maintenance or repair with advance notice on guest cell phone or platform messaging.
Pest Control, Landscape and Pool maintenance personnel may enter grounds of property through side gates any time without prior notice.
SOLAR HEATED POOL:
The pool is heated through the solar panels on the roof during the day. Therefore, the amount of sunlight it absorbs and the amount of sun that is available determines the temperature of the water. Usually it is about 8 to 10 degrees warmer than the outside temperature and the more consecutive sunny days there are, the warmer it gets. If the weather has been cold, most likely the water take longer to warm up... We have no control over how warm it gets when guests arrive! It's totally contingent on the weather.
EVENT RENTAL:
Please request hourly rate to book The property as a venue.
Up to 25 Guests, WITH PRIOR APPROVAL
Have your event, reception, and accommodations venue all wrapped up into one location! With a Stunning Country chic Farmhouse décor, Spacious and full of Natural Light, The Whimsical Haven is set up perfectly for your special day, providing a relaxing atmosphere for a memorable event!
4 suites on-site, provide sleeping accommodations for up to 11 guests, however, there is plenty of room to accommodate a quiet, intimate event of 25 guests on the grounds with a maximum of 6 cars parked on property. Noise Ordinance still Strictly enforced!
PLEASE CONTACT HOST FOR HOURLY RENTAL RATE
$500 fee will be assessed if guest is found in violation of these terms.
Thank you for your cooperation and keeping The Whimsical Haven a clean, enjoyable environment! : )
Kind regards,
DFHOMES Management
Property manager
Daphne And Fritz Larsen
Premier Host
Languages
English, French, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please inquire for Event Rental for 15+ guests
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outdoors and open areas
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: Please inquire for Event Rental for 15+ guests
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
About the area
Palm Bay
Palm Bay is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sea Turtle Preservation Society Melbourne Beach and St Sebastian River Preserve State Park, while Sebastian Fishing Museum and Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Andretti Thrill Park and Joy and Gordon Patterson Botanical Garden.
Palm Bay, FL
What's nearby
- Palm Bay Hospital - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
- Palm Bay Regional Park - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
- Florida Institute of Technology - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
- Melbourne Square Mall - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
- Melbourne Beach - 31 min drive - 26.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 5 min drive
- Panera Bread - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Culver's - 7 min drive
- Moe's Southwest Grill - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lillian N.
27 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A vacation away from home
Lillian N.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
G G.
7 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful house
G G.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hannah G.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Hannah G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Loretta W.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Loretta W.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendon P.
7 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great residence with a great location
Brendon P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Debi S.
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick College visit
Debi S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
25 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daughter's Birthday
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
LaTura M.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Updates
LaTura M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Matthias W.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Du bekommst was Du vorher gesehen hast
Matthias W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Penny C.
28 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property
Penny C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ernestine K., Melbourne, Florida
11 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Ernestine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Juan G., Daytona Beach
31 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Juan G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea W.
23 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for family with young child
Chelsea W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
JoAnn M.
18 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home!
JoAnn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
virginia p.
24 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home, So roomy!!!
virginia p.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Greg F.
19 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Greg F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joseph C.
6 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, comfortable house.
Joseph C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
6/10 Okay
Douglas M.
28 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Not as advertised
Douglas M.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Valerie T.
21 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Valerie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
John N.
8 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
John N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Donna R.
1 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Donna R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Deidre T.
13 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Vacation Home
Deidre T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Maryna I.
1 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a grate time!
Maryna I.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Jean D.
5 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value and location
Jean D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
About the host
Hosted by Daphne And Fritz Larsen

Welcome to D&FHomes: A family owned vacation rental company!
Our family loves to travel and create precious and lasting memories, and we want to create the same experiences for our guests and travelers who visit our properties.
D&Fhomes: Find all the comforts of Home with a touch of Magic!!
Our family loves to travel and create precious and lasting memories, and we want to create the same experiences for our guests and travelers who visit our properties.
D&Fhomes: Find all the comforts of Home with a touch of Magic!!
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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