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Interior
Smart TV, books, stereo
Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Lake Wales, FL
  • Place, Jump Florida Skydiving
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® Florida
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Disney Springs™
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Wales

Within a short walk of Jump Florida Skydiving, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mountain Lake. The cottage includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Jump Florida Skydiving - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 18 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Disney Springs™ - 47 min drive - 45.7 miles
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park - 47 min drive - 43.5 miles
  • Epcot® - 49 min drive - 44.4 miles

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 16 min drive
  • Avon Park, FL (AVO-Avon Park Executive) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 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.

Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4

Think Legoland, Bok Tower, Disney World, Universal Studios, Gulf Coast and Atlantic Beaches, Biking, Hiking and Ecotourism! Or visit Dinosaur World (Exit 19 -I-4). Stay in comfort in your spacious studio cottage with full kitchen & bath, and delicious aquifer well water. Truly spacious and private inside and out (in a 10 acre rural setting). Ground level entry and no stairs!

Situated on picturesque Ridge Scenic Highway at Starr Lake, on the ecologically unique Lake Wales Ridge (hundreds of lakes, rolling hills, and ancient flora & fauna). Central Florida is well known for its Golf Courses,numerous lakes with great bass fishing and there’s always room for boat-trailer parking right on site.

12 minutes to Legoland Florida; 8 minutes to famous Bok Tower Gardens (daily carillon recitals and a brilliant kid's play space); 45 minutes to Disney World's theme parks and nighttime entertainment. Universal Studios, Harry Potter and Orlando International Airport all easily reached in under an hour. 70 Minutes to Tampa, Ybor City nightlife, Busch Gardens (awesome coasters), and Tampa Airport; 90 Minutes to the Gulf Coast Beaches (sunsets) or Atlantic Beaches (sunrises).

Surrounded by orange groves and u-pick blueberry and peach orchards, your cottage is situated on a private 10 acre family homestead. Public Transportation to Legoland and other area attractions stops hourly an easy 1/2 mile walk from here. Close to grocery shops and regional mall, multiplex theatre, bowling, and many unique family owned restaurants, we are fully outfitted with a 20 K watt natural-gas generator which provides uninterrupted power in any weather condition.

For aviation enthusiasts, learn to fly Para-gliders/Ultralights at Lake Wales Municipal Airport (10 minute drive), EAA 'Sun n' Fun' fly-in is at Lakeland Linder Airport for a week each April (40 minute drive); and, there's plenty of great 'drop-zones' for anyone who can't wait to jump out of a perfectly good airplane ;). Working in Lake Wales: Citrus World, Merlin Entertainment; Winter Haven: State Farm, or Haines City? Our location is an easy drive, bus or bike ride to many work or play destinations. For old world Florida tourism, check out Gatorland, Dinosaur World, or Silver and Weeki Wachee Springs.

Ample on-site parking, picnic table and chairs, and you're welcome to stroll the grounds and stake out your favorite tanning spot. Host's family lives adjacent to your accommodations and we'll greet you upon arrival, get you situated and be great neighbors should you need anything at anytime.

Quiet, private & peaceful location to chill-out and decompress after fun-filled days "doing the theme parks" or "hitting the beaches." Wi-fi, HD Antenna TV, and AM/FM radio are standard amenities and cell phone service is fair -to- good for our rural setting. Lots of eclectic, family owned restaurants to discover in town, and limitless opportunities to get into nature at local state and county parks and wilderness preserves.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and a desk.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outdoor smoking area available upon request.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
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

Rules

If you are traveling with fur kids, let’s talk. Thanks!

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: If you’re traveling with fur-kids, let’s talk!

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Ages 2 and older, please.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor smoking area available upon request.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

At Starr Sleeps 4 Wales
Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 Cottage
Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 Lake Wales
Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 Cottage Lake Wales

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Lake Wales within a short 11-minute walk of Jump Florida Skydiving. You'll also find Mountain Lake and Eagle Ridge Mall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV in each cottage, and some feature lake view.

Does Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Avon Park, FL (AVO-Avon Park Executive), which is 28.2 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is around 25.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4.

Country Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice stay!!

The property is amazing and the host matched. Extremely clean and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!!

This was our second time staying here. The space if perfect for our family of three. Ed and family are very kind and we have enjoyed talking with them. We are planning on staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jammie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friendly and Caring Host

The Country Cottage had everything we needed for our stay. It even had some bottled water, coffee, tea, and snacks. Some guest may want an ironing board or clothes steamer. The location was only two miles from our relatives home and not very far from shopping or restaurants. We had someene in our party stay behind one day because she wasn't feeling well. Greg went above and beyond by checking on her and offering to go get anything if it was needed. There are quite a few outdoor cats for entertainment while you sit outside. I believe some of the cats are rescues. We enjoyed watching the younger cats play and watching the cats follow Greg to the mailbox and back. That tells me that the cats know who really cares for them. When it was time to end our stay Greg wrote us a very nice thank you card.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute cottage

Very cute little bungalow for just my husband and I. is that The bathroom needs more areas to place our personal items. The Wi-Fi signal was too weak for my iPad, luckily I had great cellular reception to use my phones hot spot. Hope you like cats, you will be greeted by several!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

We had a wonderful time. The little cottage was perfect for our family of three. The hosts are really nice and caring people. Will definitely stay again the next time we are in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Positively Perfect!

This was the perfect place for my husband and I! It was clean, quiet, cozy, and relaxing. This special place had everything we needed. The bed was so comfortable and a major plus, as we were there on a pretty big work assignment! We were really able to enjoy ourselves. Mr. Esteve and his son, Greg, were warm and welcoming and so very hospitable. We highly recommend this very comfortable and positively perfect cottage. We loved it and hope to return again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great restful vacation

Our hosts were super, so friendly & helpful. The cottage was well stocked and met our needs space wise. Several interesting activities in the area and Ed was very helpful in making suggestions. If we travel that way again we would certainly consider this property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne U.

Zen Retreat

I thoroughly enjoyed my ten day stay at the Country Cottage. The atmosphere was relaxing and everything in the cottage is comfortable. Especially the mattress on the bed. Wow! This is the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in away from home. Edward and Greg are wonderfully accommodating gentleman. As a single female, I always felt safe and secure. Everything was neat as a pin and all a traveler's needs were well thought out and provided for. I wish I could have stayed longer!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Don M.

Spacious Rural Setting

Steve and his son Jeff work well as a team to accommodate any need or request.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019