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Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly

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Grandma's Place
Front view from covered carport
4 digit code keylock box
Living area
Living area
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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DeLand, FL
  • Popular LocationStetson Mansion15 min walk
  • Popular LocationStetson University4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkydive DeLand9 min drive
  • AirportDaytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

Living Room

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly

Grandma’s Place is a beautifully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that was lovingly tended to by grandma. From the custom draperies to the soothing wall colors, everything about this place says comfort. The master bedroom has a private full shower and separate vanity area and a huge walk-in closet. The exceptionally large second bedroom has a king size bed and a twin over full bunk bed set. The living room has a memory foam queen sofa pullout. A full bathroom with tub/shower combo is just next to bedroom #2. Owners Bill and Erin are close by so let us know if you need anything special for your stay. The screened-in back porch is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy nature overlooking the landscaped fenced back yard. A gas Grill is provided right off the porch. Located on a quiet street, a stay in this centrally located property gives you easy access to everything Central Florida has to offer.

There is no cable TV. For your entertainment, our television is equipped with Roku, a device that provides over 40 channels, or applications. We provide access to premium channels including Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN. If you would also like to access Netflix or Amazon Prime, you can log in with your own credentials.

Deland has been awarded the “Best Small Town in Florida” many times and holds regular festivals including the Mardi Gras on Mainstreet Dog Parade, The Christmas Boat Parade, Juried Art festivals, Bike Week, and several holiday parades like Veterans day and homecoming. Also the area hosts fishing tournaments so if you're a fisherman, bring your boat as there is plenty of parking at Grandma's Place including a covered carport. MainStreet DeLand Association - Deland, FL link can show you the upcoming calendar of events.

New Smyrna Beach is a quick 35 minute drive and world famous Daytona Beach with its awesome Daytona International Speedway - NASCAR racing is also 35 minutes away. Both beaches allow driving and parking on the beach. We provide beach supplies for your stay so no need to bring or buy a cooler, beach chairs or towels. Both places hold Bike Weeks in October and March each year. Deland hosts a coinciding Bike Weekend.
Deland is home to Stetson University and the Stetson Mansion wired for electricity by Thomas Edison himself, as well as multiple art museums and theaters.
De Leon Springs State Park is nearby with The Old Spanish Sugar Mill , famous for its pancakes made right at your table- a must for breakfast lovers. You can pack a picnic lunch and relax all day under the huge shade trees, enjoy canoeing on the river or a swim in the natural spring at this beautiful state park. The St John’s river runs through Deland and offers many types of activities at the nearby marina which also has a rustic seafood restaurant right on the water, and fishing near the Whitehair bridge on Hwy 44. The St Johns River also has lots of wildlife including alligators. The manatees winter at beautiful Blue Springs just 15 minutes away. If you do bring your boat, pay attention to the no wake and manatee zones to help protect the large "sea cows". The town just South of us, Sanford, has a Riverboat Cruise that is a great way of touring the river.

And of course, Orlando’s world class attractions are just an hour away, including Disney World, Epcot, Sea World, famous International Drive and Universal Studios with its newest Harry Potter themed attractions. Day trips might include U.S. Air Force Space & Missile Museum in Cape Canaveral, the world class Outlet shopping area in Saint Augustine- the oldest settlement in America, or a trip to Busch Gardens in Tampa. Gainesville, home to the University of Florida is two hours north and Florida’s gulf coast to the West is about 3 hours. Tarpon Springs on the Gulf coast is another easy day trip. Awesome off shore fishing is offered at several nearby marinas, weather permitting. These include Reel Deal Offshore Fishing in Ponce Inlet. Inside Grandma's Place you'll find a guest binder which also lists the areas art museums, theaters and historic sites as well as recommendations from guests before you. Remember, you are visiting sunny Florida so take advantage of our wonderful weather to see everything this beautiful place offers.

The Daytona airport is only 25 minutes away as is the Sanford International Airport served by many European travelers. The Orlando International airport is approximately 1 hour away.

There is plenty to do and see in Central Florida and Grandma’s Place will make sure you’re stay is comfortable. Book your stay today!

POLICIES
Max. Adults 6 -One King Bed & one Queen Bed and we can provide a Queen Air Mattress and/or a single cot if needed.
No events, parties or large gatherings
Minimum age of primary renter 25
Please note that violating the maximum occupancy may result in a fine equal to the cost of the reservations
Photo I.D. may be required upon check-in
No smoking inside
One small pet instantly approved with pet fee - other Pets considered

Property manager

386-717-6430
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Only registered guests are allowed in unit.

Pets

Pets allowed
One small pet approved others considered

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smokeing Indoors.
Allowing an unregistered guest to stay will be a violation which can result in instant termination of this agreement without refund.
Please do your dishes and leave the beds unmade.
Please do not order free trials of channels or apps on TV.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only registered guests are allowed in unit.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

DeLand

This vacation home is located in Lasburys Sunset Terrace, a neighborhood in DeLand, and is near theme parks. Sands Theatre Center and African American Museum of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stockton-Lindquist House and Thursby House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Melching Field, or consider a night out at Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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DeLand, FL

What's nearby

  • Stetson Mansion - 15 min walk
  • Stetson University - 4 min drive
  • Lake Beresford Park - 5 min drive
  • Skydive DeLand - 9 min drive
  • Blue Springs State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 3 min drive
  • Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 11 min walk
  • The Half Wall Deland - 3 min drive
  • Mirino Pizza & Subs - 14 min walk
  • Big Rig Restaurant II - 2 min drive
  • Emmy S Time Out Tavern - 2 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family time
Great communication, clean, safe, old fashioned comfort, spacious, tons of storage, all needs met, lovely neighbors and neighborhood, perfect private back yard. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July 2020 Trip
Property has not been updated so renters need to know this & not set higher expectations. Lots of room, basics (microwave, coffee maker, etc.) provided. Beds comfortable, adequate telecommunications. Excellent accommodations for the cost. Property is located close to all needed services but, would not be walkable to historic area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome!!
Everything was perfect, the only suggestions I would have is to have a portable fan for the back porch and the sliding door made to slide easier, we lost 4 nails in 2 days lol
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon E., Cross Lanes, WV USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grandma’s House is Great
This was the perfect house for my parents and their small dog. It had plenty of room and layout was like two master suites each with their own bathroom. The screened in porch was wonderful to sit outside and enjoy morning coffee or evening dinner without worrying about mosquitoes. Nice size fenced in backyard to allow their dog to go outside. The neighborhood was quiet and nice area to walk. We loved the location. It was close to everything...stores, historic downtown, state parks, etc. Even though the pandemic happened during the stay, they had a nice place to stay and felt safe. The owner was very nice and responded quickly to any questions we had. He also provided a new grill during our stay. I recommend this property to anyone coming to this area. We love Deland!
Stayed 60 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by 386-717-6430

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About Bill Watford

I am a native Floridian. There are a lot of nice cities in Florida and my two favorite small towns are Deland on the east side of the state and Cedar Key due west on the Gulf of Mexico.

I started buying houses to rent as an investment while I had a full time day job, my first in 1985 and I still own it - the Cedar House of Deland. My full time job today is managing the vacation rentals and short stay properties that I own.

I have several in Deland: The Units of the Deland Marigold, Grandma's Place, and The Cedar House. I also have two in Cedar Key: The TreeHouse and Goose Cove Cottage.

I enjoy what I do and am passionate about seeing that my guests have a great experience while staying in one of my properties.

Why they chose this property

My wife's mother lived in this house for 20 years and now she lives with us. We purchased the property from her in 2007. She originally chose this home because of its location in a peaceful neighborhood and proximity to historic downtown full of locally-owned shops and restaurants. It is also only 3 miles away from the beautiful St. Johns River.

What makes this property unique

Inside, the home is laid out like two suites each with bedroom and bathroom. Adjacent to the living area is a screened patio that faces the landscaped private fenced backyard, a relaxing place for morning coffee or tea. The whole property is designed around comfort and quietness.

Languages:

English

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