Discover your own private retreat at this cozy studio cottage, nestled in a 10-acre rural setting on picturesque Ridge Scenic Highway. With a full kitchen and bath, you'll feel right at home. Take a short drive to Legoland Florida or Bok Tower Gardens, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Wales Ridge.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Lake view
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About this property
Rural 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 many Golf Courses and 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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
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
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
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.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino 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
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 600 square feet
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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:
Please leave key in the door upon checking-out. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
If you are traveling with fur kids, let’s talk. Thanks!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: If you're traveling with fur-kids, let's talk!
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Ages 2 or 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
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Rural Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Rural Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Rural Cottage at Starr Lake - Sleeps 4 located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Jump Florida Skydiving and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mountain Lake and Eagle Ridge Mall. Regal Eagle Ridge Mall is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
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Reviews
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What a magnificent cottage! Everything you can possibly need is made available by these excellent hosts. Greg was fantastic during check in, and he gave me a quick tour of the property. The room is neat, tidy, and well appointed with a full kitchen plus a table for four. The sofa seating area is comfortable and nice for watching television or enjoying a conversation over tea. The Murphy bed was a fun extra but it was also very comfortable. The setting is serene, peaceful, and quiet. Easy access to local amenities and restaurants.
Clean and comfortable little place we booked it cause it’s near lego land. It was a fair price and the hosts had great communication and are very nice.
Placido L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert W.
17 March 2019
All great
Could not have worked out better for me quiet and close to everything I required.