Title: Pura Vida- Floating Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107173312&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire house boat # Pura Vida- Floating Home Houseboat in Merritt Island ## Photo gallery for Pura Vida- Floating Home ![Property grounds - Pura Vida- Floating Home (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107173400/107173312/w1199h800x1y0-65fea3bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Pura Vida- Floating Home (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107173400/107173312/w1199h799x1y1-d574095c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - Pura Vida- Floating Home (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107173400/107173312/w1200h799x0y1-df71f698.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Pura Vida- Floating Home (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107173400/107173312/9dfc0d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Pura Vida- Floating Home (Merritt Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107180000/107173400/107173312/aac7f726.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Pura Vida- Floating Home provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire house boat 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available £285 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pura Vida- Floating Home Summary: A "floating" vacation on our 62x14 ft Somerset Houseboat offering comforts of home while gazing at the ever changing waterscape. Boats of all sizes and descriptions plus dolphins will pass by your front porch all day long. If you're seeking an experience, something different, but in a tranquil relaxing more private setting, you found it. Pura Vida will stay at dock during stay. The Space: Park right next to Pura Vida, our one bedroom houseboat. Steps down to the dock and a few more steps down to enter onto your covered front porch (bow) with direct water view. Have your morning coffee, dine or just relax in your recliner while watching nature, dolphins and the myriad of boats pass by. The boat will slightly sway once in awhile, which I find soothing. Don't forget to wave, as boaters are a very friendly lot. Located in the best spot in the marina with direct waterfront view and no boats in front or either side of you. You are on the Indian River lagoon between the Indian River (Intercoastal waterway) and the Banana River. Space Coast rocket launches right in front of the bow, with a great view from the upper deck. Boats entering or leaving the marina will pass you by on your starboard (right) side. Step into your very comfortable living room and (hopefully) smile at my boho/vintage/contemporary vibes. Sofa is a new queen sleeper. Dining area with table for four directly across from your full kitchen with a four burner gas range, full size fridge/freezer and new quartz counter tops. No dishwasher, but if more than two of you, try paper/plastic plates. All new flooring, paint, ceiling fan, counter tops and window blinds. If you have to work, cubby around the corner with desk/chair. Small but sufficient bath, but try hard not to drop the soap in shower, as it's the same size as a typical RV shower. As we are a boat, we provide marine grade toilet tissue throughout your stay. Please don't use any other. Few more steps into your private bedroom with queen bed and and a makeup table or second work area. Small combo washer/dryer in a closet, but recommend very small loads or clothes will look wrinkly, but I do provide a small handheld steamer, if needed. Glass door leading out to your rear covered porch (stern) with a small bistro table and two chairs for when you want to feel part of the marina. Climb the stairs to your second covered living room with two sofas, chairs, and a 55" Smart TV. Two swinging chairs coming soon with photo to follow. If you want more privacy, drop down the Isinglass, which also keeps wind out for cooler days. Want a tan, step out to the open area for relaxing on the two loungers and catch some rays. Be sure to come down the stairs same way you go up; face the steps. The marina is not part of the resort, so there is no access to the resort's pool or clubhouse. I think you will find that staying on Pura Vida will be a very fun, unique and rewarding experience. Pura Vida is only available for a few months of the year: Jan thru mid-April and again June thru mid-Aug. Guest Access: Enjoy the entire houseboat except the basement for my storage. The Neighborhood: Leisure walk around the marina perimeter to Dolphins tiki style restaurant/bar and Cape Crossing boat rentals. Mention you're staying on Pura Vida for a discount for their many water craft including SUPs. Short walk to the dumpster for emptying trash and a little further to the marina office for complimentary full size washer & dryer. New Marina restaurant coming soon, will be only steps away from the boat. Getting Around: Approximately 35 min. east of Orlando International airport, eight miles north on Courtney to Kennedy Space Center and ten min. east to Cape Canaveral & Cocoa Beach and their beautiful sandy beaches. Port Canaveral Cruise ships are only 8 minutes away. Park your vehicle right next to Pura Vida. If larger wash loads, free larger size washer/dryers located at the Marina office. Other Things to Note: For the safety of toddlers and small children, we don't recommend Pura Vida. Too easy for them to fall overboard. Also not recommended for those who are not sure footed, or elderly who might find the stairs, decks and steps to upper deck difficult to navigate. Unfortunately, this boat is not handicap assessable. 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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 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 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. ### Property is also known as 669eab6db5f4a90012c6a0c6 ## About the area Edgewater Landings, a neighbourhood in Merritt Island, is home to this houseboat. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and Cobb Theatres-Merritt Square 16 are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Avenue Viera and Ron Jon Surf Shop. Brevard Museum of History and Natural Science and Traxx at Jungle Village are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. 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