This vacation home places you within a short walk of Winter Haven Public Library and within a mile (2 km) of Indigo's Billiards, Bowling & Games. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Indigo's Family Fun Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Winter Haven Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Theatre Winter Haven - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Chain of Lakes Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
LEGOLAND® Florida - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
Getting around
Winter Haven Station - 5 min drive
Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Zaxby's - 13 min walk
Andy's Drive-In Restaurant - 10 min walk
LongHorn Steakhouse - 16 min walk
The Twisted Prop Bar - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia
This charming home was built in 1908 and is located 45 minutes from Tampa/Orlando. Fully furnished, this space is perfect for families and friends providing plenty of space to sleep 8 people comfortably. With games, puzzles and Dvds, backyard fun for kids while the parents watch from the porch. Enjoy downtown entertainment within walking distance! Home is centrally located to dining, shopping, and small town fare. 4 bar restaurants walking distance on the lake. Live music from Lake sometimes.
Enjoy Old World charm in this beautiful American classic home built in 1908. This home has been updated to offer more modern conveniences.
Guests will have access to all areas of home.
I will greet you upon arrival if need be and live only 5 minutes away from home. The house has a key code lock box for self check in that works for most guests since a house info folder is just inside door and everything is simple. I am always available for any questions or concerns and just a phone call or text away.
Eclectic neighborhood. 2 min walk to Lake Howard. Lots of restaurants and grocery stores etc very close by. Half a mile away from downtown Winter Haven. 5 miles away from Legoland Florida. 45 min away from Orlando, 39 min to Disney, 51 min to Universal Studious, 54 minutes from Orlando International airport . One hour away from Busch Gardens and the Tampa International airport.
Public transportation is available. A complete directory will be available to assist you in your stay in Winter Haven.
We hope you enjoy your stay!
We just want to take this time to point out an important reminder that we do conduct a full inventory check both before you check-in and after you check out. We hope that you will treat our home as if it was your own.
Missing items will be charged against your stay and we certainly don’t want to have to do that. The following shows you the costs that may accumulate should items go missing.
Small towels = $10.00 Large towels = $20.00 Board games (missing or damaged) = $15.00 DVDs (missing or damaged) = $5.00 Bed sheets = $30.00 Pillow Cases = $10.00 Pillows = $30.00/each
Backyard board and bean toss game available. Charcoal grill and propane grill as well as all grilling utensils available at house. We also have a crib for babies and a high chair available and a desktop for people who need a space for work or school.
Have a boat? Great! You can find a public boat ramp (on lake Howard) less than half a mile away from the house. Lake Howard is part of the Chain O'Lakes that connects over 15 lakes! You can even visit Legoland a few lakes over and watch their ski shows! Lake Howard also has one of my personal favorite places to watch the sunset. Located half a mile away from the house, in front of the McDonalds, is a small amphitheater that leads onto a dock that is angled in the perfect position to view a sunset over a lake.
Not only are you half a mile away from the lakes, but you are also conveniently half a mile away from Downtown Winter Haven. Visit the boutiques, thrift stores, restaurants & bars, and more!
***Please note!! If requested dates are unavailable, you can check out our other 2 homes in downtown Winter Haven by copying and pasting the links below :)
Again we do hope you enjoy your stay and please feel free to contact us should you have any questions or concerns!
Thank You!
Ray & Layal Flood We have taken pleasure in making sure the home we provide has the listed amenities available, is clean, and is well maintained. Although we do a thorough professional clean between each guest stay, we kindly ask that before leaving, you clean and put away any dishes or kitchenware used and any dirty towels in the hamper. Also, please report any malfunctioning appliances or issues to us right away. The house is very comfortable, and we hope you love it as much as we do. We want to emphasize that there is to be absolutely NO SMOKING in the home. Also, cooking with strong-smelling spices or deep frying is prohibited. Guests have done this in the past and it has taken nearly three days to remove the strong odors from the house, even with our professional cleaning. If the home is found to have a pungent smell from cooking or smoking following your stay, we will need to impose a $300 fine.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Layal Flood
Languages
Arabic, English, Swedish
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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
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,798 square feet
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
311137
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Winter Haven, a short 17-minute walk from Indigo's Family Fun Center and also 12 minutes on foot from Winter Haven Public Library. You'll also find Indigo's Billiards, Bowling & Games and Winter Haven City Tennis Center less than a mile away.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia?
At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Does The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL), which is 18.7 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is around 26.4 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia?
Yes, every accommodation at The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia comes with a balcony.
The Old Haven - An Enduring Piece of Nostalgia Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Samuel T.
Jun 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy place
Samuel T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt L.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great owners
They were amazing! A storm rolled in and the power went out. They were so accommodating and helped us out. Would definitely rent from them again.
Matt L.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Emily A.
Mar 14, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
3 of my friends and I stayed at the house while we were in town for a wedding over the weekend. The house was very cozy and the owners were responsive when we messaged them. The screened in porches were a nice touch. Overall it was a great stay. We had a few notes about the cleanliness, however. When we arrived, there were sausage rolls on the kitchen counter that looked and smelled like they had been there for days. The fridge was also full of opened foods and condiments that looked like they were left behind by the last guests. When we asked the owners about this, they said that the cleaning service had come before our stay, but we could not understand how a cleaning service would have left the kitchen so obviously messy. Additionally, there was some mold on the shower curtains but other than those issues it was a great stay. Not sure what happened with the cleaning service but hopefully that was just a fluke. Thanks for having us!
Emily A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
Jan 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect for group gatherings
This home is clean and comfortable. It is perfect for larger groups and walking distance to several waterfront restaurants and public boat docks.