Title: Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934600/113934577/9b5cebee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934600/113934577/f252fb74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934600/113934577/23cb0387.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934600/113934577/db801c0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113934600/113934577/18d12d25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 6.0 ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach HEATED POOL! Cleaning discount consideration for parties of 2 and/or short stays. Located on Forked Creek canal, this vacation home is in Overbrook Gardens, a quiet golf cart community, 2.2. miles from the beach, & minutes from shopping in Venice. Bring your boat to launch at one of the nearby public boat ramps to enjoy a 15 minute boat ride to the ICW, beaches, & world class fishing. The space pool home set on a spacious waterfront corner lot, located in a family-friendly quiet golf cart neighborhood, 2.2 miles from the beach. The entire backyard is waterfront with a small fishing pier perfect for catching mangrove snapper for dinner. Cool off in the 16x20 heated pool after a long hot day at the beach! The main living space has a newer kitchen, fully stocked with everything you need for meal preparation, a dining table for 6, 4 bar-height seats at the counter, a large sofa, 2 swivel chairs, and a large TV with adjustable mounting bracket. Access the lanai from the main living area. Enjoy a beautiful sunset every evening, dinner for 8 al fresco, or a game of darts, from the screened-in lanai. Guest access The garage houses a beach cart with cooler bag, 4 beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach toys, bikes, kayaks, pool toys, fishing poles, and a shrimp bucket. Other things to note Due to Hurricane Milton, the lanai screens are currently missing. We expect them to be replaced June 1. While trailers/boats can be parked on our lot, boats are not permitted to dock at our shallow fishing pier, without prior authorization and additional fee. Inquire about potential boat dockage on site for an additional fee. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Heated pool - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109510000/109509200/109509191/5264b5b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxing Oasis Near the Beach! 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Guests are expected to respect our home during their stay and leave it in the great condition. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 9 kg per pet) Note from host: Guests are expected to keep pets off furniture. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=27.00498,-82.38719&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ghzcD%7CfzuN%40Q%3FO%3FS%40O%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40O%40O%40SBO%40OBSBOBOBQBODQBODOBQDODODOFODODOFMFQFMFOFMFOFMHMFOHMHKHMHMHMHMHKJKHMJKJKHIJMJKJIJILKJIJILIJILIJGLILGLGLGLGLGLGLGNELELENELENCLENCLENANCLCNCNALCN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%3FN%40NBN%3FLBN%40NBNBLBN%40LDNBLDNBLDNDLDLDNDLFLFLFLFLFLFLFLHJFLHJHLHJHLHJJJHJHJJJLJHHJJJHLJJHLHJHLHLHLHJHLFNHLFLFNFLFNFLFPFLDNDNFNDNDNDNDPBNBNDPBNBPBNBNBR%40NBN%40R%40N%40N%40P%40P%3FP%40N%3FR%3FN%40PAP%3FP%3FPAN%3FPAPAPANAPAPCNAPCPCNCPCNCNEPCNCPENENENENGNENENGNGNGNGLGLGNGLILGNILILILIJILIJILKJILKJIJKJKJKJKHKJKHMHKJMFKJMFKHMFMFMHMDMFMFMFMFODMDMDODMDOBMDODMBO%40MDO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCMAOEOAMCOEMEOCMEOEMEMEOEMGMGMGMGMEMIMGMGKIMGKKMGKKKIMIKKKIKKKKIKKKKKIMKKIKIMIMIKIMIMIMGOIMGMGOGMGMGOGOGOEOEOGOEOEOEOCOEQCOEQCOCOCQCOCQAQCOAQAQAOAQAQ%3FQAO%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2OrgtlZFuCVtMsCobGYCQ5Hb000=) Englewood, FL #### What's nearby - Lemon Bay Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Manasota Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles - Sarasota National Golf Course - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles - Englewood Beach - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles - Caspersen Beach - 19 min drive - 10.8 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pasty Shop - ‬6 min drive - ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Englewood Billiards & Brew - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach located? > Located in Overbrook Gardens, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lemon Bay and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Manasota Beach. Lemon Bay Park and Lemon Bay Playhouse are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waterfront Family Retreat, heated pool, 2 miles from the Beach Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily D. 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break with kids We had a great stay here! Cynthia was easy to work with and offered a lot of suggestions of things to do in the area. The house had everything we could possibly need to enjoy the pool, beach and surrounding areas. Had a little trouble with the pool heater and Cynthia (and her neighbor) were so helpful! We couldn’t get the kids out of the water the whole week! Thank you! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/500aba5e-a268-49a8-a77a-5cfa887ba807-1745520924816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Emily D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jessica C. 28 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### House and owner of house rant Well to start off the house had an ac issue and the owner did call an ac person out but it was late after 5 on a sunday and all he could do was complain about wanting to go home to his wife and child cause his dinner was done so he didnt do very much and told her it was low on freon and he fixed it well as i tried to explain to the owner that it was still almost 90 in the house at 10 am and i had a cancer patient that couldnt withstand the heat and i had four kids under the age of 7 and they were pooring sweat all night instead she said there is 8 of you going in and out tjat is why it isnt cooling we seen thru the ring camera the door was always open first of all that is tje screen door cause it didnt latch so we locked it open cause all it did was slam but the front door was always closed most of the trip was ruined because we couldnt go do much cause it was hotter inside than outside she o ly offered to buy a small portable ac anyone knows in florida its 101 outside that wont do anything she didnt offer any money back or extended checkout or anything else the house wasnt clean all evryone did was sneeze and have a runny nose cause of how stuffy it was no refund of any sort the dryer wouldnt dry the microwave didnt work it had a melted plug on it so we had to buy a microwave while we was down there when we left we documented a picture and video of how we left everything it was spotless but still ended up getting charge for more money for some reason that came from the clean ##### Jessica C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025