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A house with a blue door, surrounded by tall grasses and plants.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.
A narrow hallway with patterned carpet, a ceiling fan, and a door with frosted glass panels.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a television mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden dining table with six woven placemats and a central placemat, surrounded by wooden chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Auburndale, FL
  • Place, Lake Myrtle Sports Complex
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Havendale Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Arietta
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Auburndale

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Havendale Plaza Shopping Center and within a mile (2 km) of Lake Myrtle Sports Complex. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a lanai, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Myrtle Sports Complex - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Havendale Plaza Shopping Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lake Arietta - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 30 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 41 min drive - 37.7 miles

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 16 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry Modern Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 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.

Home away from home

Your whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located home. Within 15-20 minutes to Polytechnic University, Circle B Reserve and downtown Lakeland. Centrally located to Orlando & Tampa. Access to theme parks, beaches and shopping is a short drive away.

The home is in a quiet and mature Neighborhood. House is professionally cleaned 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home with grill and fire pit in back yard. Extra long drive way incase you need to park a boat, trailer or Camper.
The space
Your stay will be at a single family detached home. Located in a safe and quite neighborhood near lake Ariana. Near by lakes have public access. Near by Theme parks include Lego land, Disney and Universal. 10 minutes to Polytechnic University and 16 minutes to Circle B Reserve. Less than 5 minutes to Camp Margaritaville RV resort. Large backyard and garden are on the property. The master bedroom has a private bathroom. There is a second bathroom for use by the other two bedrooms. Grill and fire pit are available in back yard next to screened lanai area. Extra long driveway, so there is plenty of space for trailers and boats. Very close to the I-4 highway and centrally located between Tampa and Orlando
Guest access
The guest will be able to access the entire home.
Other things to note
Boats, trailers and campers will fit in long drive way and are welcomed.

Fireplace is decorative and should not be used at any point. Please do not attempt to use it to burn fires.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a lanai. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Our cleaning crew will take care of linings. No need to load washer with towels or sheets.
Please place kitchen trash in outdoor trash bin and roll bin an end of drive way.
Please turn off lights and lock up. Safe travels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

- Please note the fireplace is for decoration. Do not use it to light fires. There is a outdoor fire pit for your enjoyment.
No Smoking of any kind including vaping, e-cigarettes (inside or on the property is prohibited.
- Absolutely No Pets and please no parties/events.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Auburndale, a short 19-minute walk from Lake Myrtle Sports Complex and also 12 minutes on foot from Havendale Plaza Shopping Center. You'll also find Auburndale City Park and Southlan Shopping Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Home away from home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Home away from home good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a firepit.

Does Home away from home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Home away from home have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL), which is 18.1 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Home away from home?

Yes, every house at Home away from home comes with a lanai.

Home away from home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for the weekend. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our annual trip to Sun n Fun. The owner was prompt with communication when we had a couple of questions. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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