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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3134 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️

  • Welcome to 5665 S. Tropical Trail managed by Happy Palm Stays, a grand waterfront retreat on Merritt Island designed for unforgettable group getaways. This 7 bedroom home plus loft and 3.5 bath layout comfortably hosts up to 15 guests with bright open living spaces, coastal decor, and sweeping river views. Step outside to a private lanai with a sparkling heated pool, outdoor dining, and a fire pit for sunset gatherings by the water. Bring the pup too. This home is pet friendly. The house in a family friendly neighborhood, please note there is a strict 10:00PM noise curfew.🌴

    Mornings begin with coffee on the patio as dolphins cruise by. Spend easy days between the pool and the private dock, then gather for meals at the large indoor dining table or alfresco under the lanai. The fully equipped kitchen offers abundant counter space and modern appliances for effortless cooking. Evenings are made for movies in the comfy living room or stargazing after a rocket launch lights up the coast. 🌅

    Highlights ✨

    Expansive waterfront home on Merritt Island with direct water views
    Large heated private pool with screened lanai
    Private dock for sunrise and sunset viewing
    Outdoor patio with dining table for eight and a wood fire pit
    Bright and airy living room with oversized sectional and smart TV
    Fully equipped kitchen with plentiful counter space and modern appliances
    In house laundry room with washer and dryer
    Pet friendly with approval
    Maximum occupancy 15 guests

    Bedrooms & Baths 🛏️

    Master bedroom features a king bed
    Guest bedroom 1 features a king bed
    Guest bedroom 2 features a king bed
    Guest bedroom 3 features a queen bed
    Guest bedroom 4 features two queen beds (Entrance off garage)
    Guest bedroom 5 features twin bed + twin trundle
    Guest bedroom 6 Loft with twin bed (Accessed via narrow ladder-style staircase
    Multiple guest bedrooms thoughtfully furnished for comfort
    3.5 bathrooms total with coastal themed finishes
    Quality linens and bath towels provided

    Outdoor Perks ☀️

    Screened lanai with heated pool and loungers
    Waterfront patio with seating for morning coffee
    Outdoor dining table seats eight
    Private dock for water views and wildlife watching

    Location 📍 5665 S. Tropical Trail, Merritt Island, FL

    Cocoa Beach Pier and Rikki Tiki Tavern (18–25 minutes)
    Ron Jon Surf Shop (18–25 minutes)
    Public beach access in Cocoa Beach (18–25 minutes)
    Port Canaveral restaurants and cruise terminals (20–30 minutes)
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Rocket launch viewing along nearby beaches (25–40 minutes)
    Downtown Melbourne and Eau Gallie Arts District (25–35 minutes)
    Melbourne Beach Pier (30–40 minutes)
    Dolphin and manatee viewing along Indian River Lagoon (5–10 minutes)
    Orlando Melbourne Airport MLB (30–40 minutes)
    Orlando International Airport MCO (45–65 minutes)
    Walt Disney World, Universal, SeaWorld (60–90 minutes)

    Looking for something specific? We manage a wide variety of exceptional homes and are here to help you find the perfect match, whether it is a beachfront escape, a pet friendly retreat, or an ideal spot for a family vacation. Book with confidence, and let us help you create unforgettable memories! 🌺
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    The heated pool maintains a temperature of approximately 80°F. However, air temperature, sun, and wind affect outdoor pools. You may notice swings of a few degrees, especially after cool nights.

    BOOKING TIP: Discounts are automatically applied for stays 7 nights and greater. The longer you stay, the bigger the discount!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,134 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Merritt Island, this holiday home is by the sea. Brevard Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cocoa Beach and Jetty Park. Fun Town and Brunswick Harbor Lanes are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Merritt Island travel guide
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Merritt Island, FL

What's nearby

  • Singer Island beach at Palm Beach Florida US
    Seagull Park Beach
    19 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Brevard Zoo
    Brevard Zoo
    22 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Cocoa Beach Dunes and Daisies
    South Cocoa Beach
    25 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Georgiana Cemetery
    7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Patrick AFB Beach
    18 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • 7 Brew Coffee
    10 min drive
  • Tely's
    11 min drive
  • Starbucks
    10 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️ located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Georgiana Cemetery and within 9 miles (15 km) of Patrick AFB Clinic and Seagull Park Beach. Suntree Driving Range and The Maxwell C. King Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Beautiful Large Waterfront Retreat W/ Heated Pool And Lanai!☀️ Reviews

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Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin b.

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

Beautiful locwtion

Great stay, beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was in the perfect location for our trip to play in a tournament at Space Coast Stadium in Viera. It had everything our large group needed, and the amenities made our stay comfortable and convenient. Communication with the owner was excellent — always quick and friendly. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilda B.

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

Nice place

We only stayed for one night but was very cozy and clean. I will definitely book this place again with more days to stay. Communication was super!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great location

In town with several business partners to do some work at Patrick SFB, the location was perfect and the views helped too ! The house did everything we needed and provided a very convenient and comfortable stay for us all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique d.

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

Holiday retreat

Family friendly house with beautiful views and plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean-Michael Y.

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

Great spot

Was a nice little get away and a great dock. Got to watch a rocket launch from there and plenty of space for everyone to relax!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

My stay on the island

Beautiful, peaceful, quiet , great fishing off the pier ( a canopy would be great) plenty of rooms and space
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

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

Great space for work meetings

This was a great space for a small team for a work meeting over a couple days. With many rooms in the home, and a lot of common space, we had plenty of common spaces to work, play, relax, and unwind. Great home to rent!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great Vacation Home for a family

We had family with ages 4-77 and all had a great time. We especially enjoyed the outside pool and screened area. The fire ring perfect! There was plenty of room for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie N.

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

Beautiful Property

good communication. easy check in and out. beautiful property. loved the pool and lanai and the dock and the wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Perfect

Very nice and clean.plenty of room for everyone great view to watch sun rise. We fished off the dock the pool was perfect for the kids while everyone was sitting on back porch and watched the game.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

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

Bachelor Party

Great house for me and 11 friends for my bachelor party. It’s in a great area near golf courses and plenty of room for everyone to stay there! Tim was a great host and very responsive, would highly recommend staying here and enjoying a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Great location

Property was as described. Hosted an offsite business meeting. Great layout for team building. Clean and convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin A.

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

Beautiful Home

This house worked out great for some of our team to stay while we played ball at space coast field complex. Very scenic exterior with a large yard, views of the water and a great covered patio. We had people over to grill one afternoon and the outside space worked great for it! Will definitely try to book here again if it’s available!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Great home

Amazing communication! Anything we needed they were on it. We really appreciated that. Rooms were nice and big with plenty of room. Location is perfect. We really enjoyed our stay. Also - unlike most places, we were instructed to just leave - no tearing down of beds or starting laundry . Thank you again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byran M.

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

Spring Break Gettaway

We stayed at this location for a quick spring break vacay. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Check in was straightforward. The property was clean, spacious, and impressively stocked compared to some other properties we’ve rented. The pool and accompanying backyard was our favorite along with the dock. We definitely would recommend this property to anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing place with a waterfront view and short drive to the beach. We plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guru H.

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

Weekend getaway

We were a group of 12 adults and a pet visiting the area to celebrate 60th birthday of our friend. We had an excellent time exploring the beaches and doing the boat trip on Banana river. We were able to spot a few manatees and dolphins and enjoy glorious sunrises. The host was fantastic! We had warm and friendly communication at every step of the way and making our stay very memorable. The house is right across the street from the Indian River Lagoon and the view was very enjoyable right from the house. We wish we had a few more days! I would highly recommend this great house for your home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

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

ABOVE & BEYOND EXPECTATIONS!!!!! A+++

We had originally booked another property in the area that cancelled last minute on us (after speaking with VRBO, multiple properties in the area that offer a "LOWER" price property cancel multiple times on other people in the last two years) and Tim was awesome to work with from the first conversation. The property is updated, well kept, extremely clean and comfortable and above all- the communication with Tim and his staff were amazing. We were given all the info for the property and they had the pool warm and ready for us! There were paddle boards at the property and plenty of towels, blankets, bedding, etc. This was one of the BEST experiences we have had with VRBO and highly recommend Tim's property!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

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

Luxury Home for Family Vacation

We had to book our stay at the last minute (within 48 hrs of arrival) due to a different VRBO owner’s mistake (they double booked and cancelled our stay). So when I booked this lovely home, I was so impressed with how accommodating Tim and his manager Cassidy were with our last minute booking!We got a call immediately from Cassidy, thanking us for our booking and touching base with us for the house rules. Nice!Tim, the home owner, was so quick with his responses if we texted him with questions. Excellent!They actually provided us a link for a 3-D, and a video guided, tour of the home. WOW! That really helped!! :-) This home is GORGEOUS! Heated pool, fire pit and the bedrooms are plentiful! The kitchen layout was easy and condusive for family gatherings. Plenty of bathrooms, too! Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home! We felt welcomed and had an amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabryele M.

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

Great house and beautiful view

My family (8 + me) had a great time at this house. The host was kind and communicative. We loved the heated pool, which was perfect in the first week of December, with the average temp was 71. The kitchen was spacious and had all the supplies we needed to spends 4 days there. The view was beautiful from the house and one morning we even saw dolphins by the dock. This house and area is spacious and relaxing and is in easy 10 min drive to stores for a quick pick up of groceries. My only feedback we had was the light switches. This a big house and there are so many light switches that it is almost a game to figure out which switch goes to which light fixture or lamp. I suggest a small label to help future guests. Honestly that was my only concern, which is very small. I highly recommend this place for larger groups and families.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Wedding Bliss

We had a fantastic stay at this property, as the groom's immediate family for a wedding in Cocoa Beach. The location is perfectly suited between Cocoa and Melbourne, on the water. Tim is a proactive, fantastic owner. He quickly responded to all requests. Initially, the air conditioner was being serviced as we arrive, but he ensured it worked well through the entirety of our 5 day stay. The kids loved the pool and pool accessories. We took his paddle boards onto the water multiple times, a short 50m walk. The home is fully equipped, with wonderful modern kitchen. The common areas have plenty of space for family togetherness. We had 12 people with everyone having a comfortable bed to sleep. The only warning is that there are "nosee'ums" outside that come out at dusk; typical of most southern beach locations, being so close to the water. Once we put on bug spray, they left us alone; but without it, they would eat us up. Thanks for your hospitality Tim!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie G.

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

Awesome Stay!

We could not have had a better stay and we will book again at this wonderful home. Our family made a last minute trip to visit family. We arrived in the middle of the night and because witness so last minute needed assistance with the booking etc. Every need or question we had was met. This was the best rental experience I have ever had in terms of how attentive the owners and service are. It felt like family ! This home has everything a family needs- from tons of towels, fans and tvs in every room, all the kitchen supplies, toys for the kids and even beach needs and even many many extras. It is so spacious and comfortable to relax and has a lot of space to spread out. The outdoor space is just as nice if not nicer than the photos and during our 7 days stay the pool was cleaned multiple times. We had random needs and requests that the team went out of their way literally to help with. I am still taken back by how wonderful that aspect made our family feel. The location really felt central to so many things, we were able to easily get food delivered from Restraunt’s and instacart. The dock and view is breathtaking. So many gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. And the heated pool was just perfect for our kids who swam bright and early in the morning and evening before bed. This stay exceeded my expectations and also made us smile and relax because of the owners, care team, the views, the amenities and the comfort of the home. We highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our multigenerational family (13 people, ages 1 to 73) had a great time here. The indoor spaces met our needs well, but the best part was outside. The kids spent hours in the pool, we saw dolphins and a space launch from the dock, and we all fit around the table in the screened patio. The beach is only 11 minutes away. Communication with Tim was great. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricio D.

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

We had a wonderful time and enjoyed this house very much

This is a very comfortable house and has everything that we needed to spend a very nice time together with my family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Baseball tournament weekend

Great property, pool and location! Had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023