mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places
Unique mid century house furnished with original pieces and appliances. AS not is now one the National Register Of Historic Places due not its originality and architectural merit. Open plan layout suitable for 5 people to stay comfortably. Private garden with inground pool with ample pool side furniture for relaxing and outdoor eating. Located in central Lakeland the house is close to all amenities, grocery stores, restaurants, cinemas and local sites. The house is also close to the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings in the world, Florida Southern College. The house is also only a 30 minute drive to LEGOland and a 40 minute to DISNEY. The beaches are approximately 1hours drive away to either the gulf or atlantic coasts. Being fully furnished and equipped with all linens, towels, pot and pans, there is nothing you need to bring. Superfast wifi is available and there is also a TV and cd player. Both bedrooms have queen size beds and the bathrooms have sunken roman baths and step down showers. The kitchen has cooktop, wall oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, drinks cooler and chest freezer, giving ample storage for longer stays. A washer dryer is also available. The house was designed by Mark Hampton and built in 1957. Hampton was Paul Rudolphs first employee and is part of the Sarasota School or Architecture. Being an author the house also features in my latest book 'Living Retro' published by RylandPeters which will be available for you to take home after your trip.
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Property # 994497vb
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: 30
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 deadlock
About the area
Lakeland
Located in Lake Hollingsworth, a neighbourhood in Lakeland, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. RP Funding Center and Polk Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Wabash Shopping Center and Lakeside Village. Common Ground Park and Explorations V Children s Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
Cleveland Heights Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Lakeland Station - 7 min drive
Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min walk
Dunkin' - 19 min walk
Love Bird - Almost Famous Chicken - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places on 26 June 2026 start from AU$466, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is mid century mod architectural home on the National Register of Historic Places located?
Located in Lake Hollingsworth, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Hollingsworth and Horney Park. Common Ground Park and Florida Southern College are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Whether you are looking for a quiet relaxing space or more specifically a totally period authentic mid century modern experience this home is awesome on both counts. We highly recommend.
This property is fascinating. It’s definitely a window into life in the 50’s. Every detail is here. Lakeland area is like old Florida. There is a Frank Lloyd Wright museum and a number of FLW buildings on the campus of FSU you can tour.Also, The Barnett museum of Art is incredible and free.We very much enjoyed the property’s spaciousness.The property owner was available for all of our needs. We are looking forward to returning next year.
This house is the nicest vacation rental in Lakeland's historic district! (I go to Lakeland regularly) It has an open floor plan with many floor to ceiling windows. The 36' pool is possible for laps and is beautifully lit at night. There are large side yards with massive ancient live oak trees. Best of all was the convenient carport, offering coverage from tree debris and rain. Mattresses were suportive and comfortable. The spacious kitchen & dining areas were well equipped. It is just a quick walk to gorgeous Lake Hollingsworth. I loved the very muted but still audible train whistles-very romantic! I would definitely stay here again, if possible!
Monica T.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you Monica for your lovely words!
Great you enjoyed the house and the surroundings! Hope it inspires others to visit!
I have family in Lakeland and this property was close and meet all our needs. The amenities with games and a pool made our visit with our grandkids a great experience. I would recommend this place to anyone who has a need to stay in Lakeland.. It is a great location close to stores in for us. It was close to my family that I was visiting. Great experience would rent it again.
We loved staying here for the week. It was an amazing stay and everything about the house is magical. We will be staying again in the future. Thanks to Andrew and Rachel for being so communicative and amazing hosts.
We came to Lakeland for a wedding and once we walked inside this amazing home we really didn’t want to leave. From the historic artifacts to the meditation pond to the beautiful backyard and pool this was perfect for us. As runners, it was also great to be steps from a 5k loop around a peaceful pond. We would definitely stay here again.
Absolutely loved staying at this mid century gem. It is a beautiful museum to true retro modern living. Everything was very clean and the backyard is a beautiful oasis with a great pool, lots of trees and birds . The property manager, Rachael, is extremely responsive, helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the property. Great area for walking…. short walk to Lake Hollingsworth and lovely neighbourhood to explore.
My husband and I stayed here to celebrate my son's graduation from FSC. It was close to everything and was super special and quaint. We loved the outdoor area and the historical furnishings. It had everything we could have asked for and more! It even had a koi pond in the back yard and we found the property to be super tranquil and inviting! It was also located in a quiet residential neighborhood which we loved. We had coffee outside and got to see the birds and listen to them chirping.
Amazing restoration, conveniently located to downtown! Will def be back!
Patrick K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Thank you, we look forward to having you return!
About the host
Hosted by Andrew Weaving
I am an author and dealer of books on mid century design and architecture and I came across this home while researching for locations for previous books. The house was purchased from the original family, so has been saved from alterations and updates that could have been inappropriate and would take away the originality of the house.
Why they chose this property
The area around Lake Hollingsworth is very desirable and the street we are on is just off the Lake, so is quiet and residential. Homes and gardens are well maintained and its great to be able to walk around the lake.
What makes this property unique
The house built in the 1950s, retaining all its original feature is a unique experience. Some things like the sunken baths and lower shower heads, make it unique. Some of the furnishings are original to the house, so this adds to the authenticity of the experience staying there. The pool and deck was a later addition, but designed with the original architect, so it matches the elements of the home.