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Once Upon a Tide| Oceanic Oasis w/ Casino, Private Pool, & Storybook Bedroom

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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
On the beach
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathrooms3670 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Melbourne Beach, FL
  • Place, Melbourne Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Spessard Holland Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Spessard Holland Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne Beach

When you stay at this vacation home in Melbourne Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Melbourne Beach and Spessard Holland Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Florida Institute of Technology and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Spessard Holland Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Spessard Holland Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Florida Institute of Technology - 20 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Sebastian Inlet State Park Beach - 22 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Orlando Intl. Airport (MLB) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wet Spot - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Mo's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Shack Seafood Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Palm Pub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sand On The Beach Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Once Upon a Tide| Oceanic Oasis w/ Casino, Private Pool, & Storybook Bedroom

Once Upon a Tide is a 6-bedroom home in Harbor Island designed for families and groups, with 1 themed kids' rooms, Casino, home theater with a 100-inch television, and arcade.

Highlights include Theater, Arcade, Pool Table, Poker Chip Set, and Poker Table. Home location keeps beach days simple, with Melbourne Beach close by and Orlando attractions reachable for park-day add-ons.

About This Home
Once Upon a Tide is a 6-bedroom home in Harbor Island designed for families and groups, with 1 themed kids' rooms, Casino, home theater with a 100-inch television, and arcade.

Living & Dining
This retreat's sundrenched living and dining spaces truly leave nothing to be desired. The open-concept floor plan with chic chairs, stylish sofas, and a classy-yet-contemporary ambiance make relaxing irresistible. Steps away, the immaculate dining room is the perfect place to enjoy meals with family and friends.

Features include Large dining table w/ 10 seats, set below trendy chandelier, Spacious sectional w/ square rug, coffee table, and accent chairs, and Mounted TV for playing movies or favorite shows.

Kitchen
A chef's Signature: There are no other words to describe this home's immaculate kitchen. Crisp white cabinets, top-of-the-line appliances, an island that seats three, and plenty of kitchen gadgets… this space has everything you need to create a four-course meal or a quick lunch – your choice!

Features include 3 island counter stools, French door refrigerator with freezer drawer, Stove with 4 burners and range hood, Dishwasher, Pots & pans, Cutting boards, Baking dishes, Coffee maker, Toaster, Electric kettle, and Electric hand mixer.

Pool & Patio
Step out of your sliding glass doors into your exclusive outdoor oasis! Sunbathe on your lounge chairs or take a dip in your private pool. The covered patio table is ideal for enjoying a delicious sandwich between swims. In the evening, kick back and make unforgettable memories by counting the stars in the night sky.

Features include Access to half bathroom, Pool (23' 7"" x 11' 10""), Outdoor grill (available to use for a small add-on fee per stay; this fee covers propane refills, cleaning, servicing, and power washing between uses), Poolside furniture for outdoor dining and lounging, and Outdoor pool safety fence.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Tranquility is calling! Once Upon a Tide boasts six spacious bedrooms, sure to beckon sleep as soon as your head hits the pillow. Five of the bedrooms feature sugar white bedding and inviting earth tones. Fairytale enthusiasts will rejoice when they see the enchanted themed bedroom – the perfect space for creativity to blossom. Spend your evenings in a magical world of woodland fairies, princesses atop balconies, or whatever awaits you in your sweet dreams!

Features include 1 Enchanted House themed kids' room, 4 bedrooms with king-sized beds, 1 double full bedroom, 4 en suite bathrooms, 1 Jack and Jill style shared bathroom, and Dedicated workspaces.

Special Features
This coastal retreat is truly an idyllic paradise. The in-home theater provides plush seating, recessed lighting, and an extra-large TV screen for viewing your favorite flicks. The casino will have you feeling lucky in no time – the distinctive décor and spacious table create a must-see room. The loft provides another unique opportunity for family entertainment with its pool table, shuffleboard, and Pac-Man games. Lastly, the private patio featuring a pool and plenty of seating, is the perfect haven after long days of shopping or surfing.

About Harbor Island
Harbor Island is a private beachfront community on Florida's Space Coast — and the closest beach destination to Orlando, just over an hour from the theme parks. Every home is steps from the Atlantic Ocean. There are no high-rises, no boardwalk crowds, and no noise. Just premium coastal homes managed to Homes by Villatel standards on one of the most beautiful and undeveloped stretches of Florida coastline.

Community Amenities
• Direct beach access
• Private community on the barrier island
• Oceanfront and ocean-view homes
• Coastal design aesthetic
• Beach chair and cooler rental packages available

Location & Nearby
Harbor Island sits on Florida's Space Coast in Melbourne Beach, with direct beach access and easy reach to natural areas, dining, and the Kennedy Space Center. Orlando's theme parks are roughly an hour and 15 minutes west.
• Melbourne Beach — on site, direct access
• Sebastian Inlet State Park — ~16 to 20 min drive
• Kennedy Space Center — ~45 to 60 min drive
• Historic Downtown Melbourne — ~15 min drive
• Walt Disney World and Orlando attractions — ~75 to 90 min drive

Good to Know
• Pool heat is available throughout your stay for an added fee.
• Outdoor grill is available to use for an added grill use fee.
• Driveway accommodates up to 2 cars. Overflow parking is available behind the homes on Strand Drive on a first-come, first-served basis (not guaranteed).
• Parking passes are provided at check-in and must be displayed on each vehicle for the duration of the stay.
• Beach chair and cooler rental packages are available — inquire for pricing and reservations.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including concierge services and an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,670 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Once Upon a Tide| Oceanic Oasis w/ Casino, Private Pool, & Storybook Bedroom Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Comfortable stay!

This property exceeded our expectations with its accurate description and the owners went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable stay.We highly recommend this property and look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

saylor c.

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

Absolutely perfect accommodations!

Our spacious accommodations were absolutely perfect for our large family. We were delighted by the convenience of the pool and how close we were to all the exciting attractions in the area. It truly made our vacation a memorable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jaxon S.

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

Budget-friendly place!

Not only is this place budget-friendly and spotless, but it also offers a themed rooms and game rooms. What's more, its convenient location provides effortless access to various nearby amenities, adding even more value to the overall experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Beautiful and comfortable stay!

Experience a beautiful setting and a comfortable home away from home.We had a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, exactly as represented in the images. Will reserve it again in New year for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Excellent stay!

If you're looking for a home that can comfortably accommodate large families, this is the perfect choice. With its spacious layout and ample games, there's never a shortage of entertainment options. Plus, its prime location just minutes away from everything makes it an ideal base for all your adventures. Don't just take my word for it - everyone who stayed here absolutely loved it and had an incredible time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Nicely updated!

Nicely updated, spacious home. Conveniently located to dining. About a 15min drive to everything. Would definitely book again and have already recommended to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great location!

We couldn't have asked for a better location than this place. It was conveniently situated just minutes away from our family's place and within easy reach of all the parks. The property manager was exceptional in terms of communication, going above and beyond to help me retrieve the items I had left behind. With such wonderful experiences, we are definitely looking forward to staying here again the next time we're in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

We booked this Villatel property thinking it was too good to be true. We had a total of 15 people and this house was more than enough room. We had a total of 6 kids under the age of 12 and they all never complained of being "bored". They always had something to do and were absolutely amazed by this property. They all walked in, looked around, and started yelling that this would be the best vacation ever. They had nightly movie nights, and swim parties, and were so enthralled with everything they left the adults alone, which was a huge plus! The pictures didn't do this property justice, and the only thing that was better than the house was the customer service. When we had a question or concern Villatel was there to fix or help with all our issues FAST. It was an absolutely amazing vacation that I know my children will talk about for the rest of their lives. If you have any doubts, please dont...Villatel is the real deal and we will absolutely look to them first on all our future vacations!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024