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Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect

2.0 star property
Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Terrace/patio
A heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Winter Haven, Fl
  • Place, Winter Haven Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Chain of Lakes Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® Florida
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Winter Haven

A family-friendly stay in Winter Haven awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Winter Haven City Tennis Center and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Winter Haven Public Library. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 4 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .With a stay at this Winter Haven holiday home, you'll be 9.7 km (6 mi) from LEGOLAND® Florida.

What's nearby

  • Winter Haven Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Indigo's Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Theatre Winter Haven - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Chain of Lakes Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 11 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 8 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pabili Asian Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect

Escape to Emerald Anchor – Your Ultimate Lakefront Getaway in Winter Haven!



Welcome to Emerald Anchor Escape, a spacious 6-bedroom retreat on the shores of Lake Howard, designed for unforgettable moments with family and friends. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, this lakefront gem offers the perfect balance of comfort, fun, and relaxation.

Holiday planning? Get in the spirit & celebrate the holiday with the exciting boat parade happening dockside at our home on Dec. 6th!



Spacious & Thoughtfully Designed Accommodations

The main house features five cozy bedrooms:



Downstairs: Two bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom for added privacy.



Upstairs: Three additional bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The queen bedroom connects to an adjoining room with twin beds—perfect for parents traveling with little ones.



For added privacy, the pool house serves as a sixth bedroom. It includes a sleeping area for two (trundle bed), a full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette—ideal for extended family or couples.



Comfortable Living & Entertaining Spaces

Inside, bright and cheerful spaces set the scene for memory-making. Enjoy morning coffee in the sunroom with sunrise views, or head upstairs to the playroom—stocked with games, books, and table tennis. Keep an eye out for fun touches like Scooby Doo and the Dalmatians welcoming you at the top of the stairs!



Outdoor Fun & Relaxation

Step outside to a private year-round heated pool, surrounded by:



A covered patio with dining area & outdoor seating options



A propane grill for family cookouts



An outdoor Smart TV for movie nights or sports & games to choose from & exercise equipment



A fire pit perfect for evening s’mores and stories



Across the street, enjoy exclusive access to a private dock on Lake Howard. A public boat ramp is less than a mile away—bring your own boat or rent one to explore the scenic Chain of Lakes, ideal for boating, skiing, or fishing.



Pool Heat Info:

Pool heating is available upon request at $35/day (4-day minimum). For week-long stays, the total is $210. After 7 nights, heating is $20 per additional night. Temperature is maintained at 83°F, though heating may be affected by weather. Any concerns will be communicated by management.



NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited.



Location Highlights

While you might never want to leave, Emerald Anchor is perfectly situated:



6 miles to Legoland



33 miles to Walt Disney World



Just over 70 miles to St. Petersburg & Clearwater Beaches – great for a day trip!



Minutes to Downtown Winter Haven, where you’ll find:



Local dining, boutique shopping, and art



Grove Roots Brewing Co. – a must-visit for citrus-inspired craft beers



Quaint antique shops and mural-filled alleyways



**NOTE: Full-time Residents are On-Site in Guest Home & Main driveway on West side of the property is not for guest parking.



Key Residence Features:

- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, 4 flat-screen Smart TVs, table tennis, propane gas grill on the patio, fire pit, washer/dryer, air conditioning, hair dryer and more!



**ABOUT THE HOME**



MAIN FLOOR

- Sunroom that doubles as a sitting area or dining area in front of home with views of Lake Howard

- Living area with sectional sofa, 2 electric lounge chairs, electric fireplace & Smart TV

- Large dining table with seating for 8

- Private office/workspace

- Gourmet kitchen with butcher block island & all cooking essentials for your stay

- Bedroom 1 (Queen bedroom on first floor facing lake with en-suite bath & walk-in shower with grab rails, accent chair - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 2 (Queen bedroom on first floor with en-suite tub/shower and is also used as shared guest bathroom downstairs - sleeps 2)

Upstairs:

- Bedroom 3 (King bedroom facing lake - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 4 (King bedroom overlooking the pool - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 5 (Queen bedroom with adjoining room with 2 Twin beds - sleeps 4)

- Bathroom with bathtub/shower, sink & toilet shared for Bedrooms 3, 4 & 5



POOL HOUSE (Outside):

- Bedroom 6 (Trundle bed with 2 Twin beds, Smart TV - sleeps 2)

- Bathroom with Walk-in shower, sink & toilet (Shared pool house bathroom.)



Outside:

-Covered screened-in patio area with outdoor patio table and (6) six chairs and fire pit area with seating for (6) six

- Patio has protective gates for guests to use

- Life jackets & kayak oars stored in outdoor closet next to outdoor dining table

-Dock for enjoying boating, swimming, fishing or just relaxing

-Outdoor dining with seating for (6) & fire pit area with seating for (6)

NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited.

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Book your stay today with confidence! We are iTrip - Lakes of Central Florida; a professional short-term rental property management company in central Florida. We have hosted over 3000 great stays with an average guest review score of 4.9 out of 5!



Extended Stays - Any reservation exceeding 30 nights will be required to pay an additional cleaning fee each month that the stay extends. Cleaning will be coordinated with the management team. The additional cost will be added to your reservation after confirmation.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Motor boating
  • Table tennis
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,873 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

15198

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect have a pool?

Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect has a heated pool and a pool.

Is Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a gas grill, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect?

No, Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect?

No, pets are not allowed.