Title: Just A Few minutes to the beach, restaurants and shops! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Just A Few minutes to the beach, restaurants and shops! Villa with kitchen, near Fort Lauderdale Beach ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36830000/36827600/36827550/191e53a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36830000/36827600/36827550/fa5e8a62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36830000/36827600/36827550/cf60f0db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36830000/36827600/36827550/c5b168e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36830000/36827600/36827550/7689cbf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located near the beach, this large 1-bedroom apartment offers a comfortable King-size bed, fresh towels and linens. Unwind in the same-level pool or explore nearby restaurants and shopping within walking distance. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Just A Few minutes to the beach, restaurants and shops! Walking Distance From the Beach, My Large 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment with same level pool, Washer & Dryer is included, Dishwasher, Fully Equipped Kitchen. Our Big 1 Bedroom comes with a King size bed comfortable and satisfying to your needs, also includes Fresh Towels, linens, beach towels and chairs, hair dryer is included in our beautiful spacious bathroom, Smart TV and high speed internet is included in your stay. We Our in walking distance to beaches, restaurants and Shopping. My Property is good for any couples needing to get away very cozy & comfortable, Solo adventures and also business travelers that rather get a more home feel than staying in a Hotel. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: $200.00 charge ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - 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 - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6690000/6685900/6685882/c4c3a14e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coral Key Inn North Fort Lauderdale - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 590 reviews CA $188 CA $213 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=6685882&PinnedHotelID=6685882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119180000/119176600/119176513/18336df3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### POOL + Beachfront Steps to Sand! 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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 ### Property is also known as Just A Few Minutes to the Beach 5 Stars Rating on Airbnb Villa ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=26.195808,-80.09531&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Bf%7C%7ECtrzgN%3FQ%3FQ%3FO%40S%3FO%40Q%40O%40Q%40QBO%40QBQ%40OBQBOBQBODOBQDODOBOFODODQDMFODMFOFOFMFOFOHKFOFMHMHMHMHKHMHKHMJKHKJMJKHKJKJIJKJILIJKJILGJKLGLILIJELILGLGLELGNELGLELENELENELCNCLCNENALENANCN%3FLCNAN%3FNANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%3FN%40NBN%3FLBN%40NDL%40NDNBLBNBLFNBLDLDNDLFLDLFLDLFLFLHLDLHJHLFLJJFJHLJJHJHJJJHJJJJHJJLJJHJHLJJFLJJFLHLHLHLFNFJFNFNFLFNFNFLDNFNDNDNDNDNDNBNDPBNBNBPBNBPBN%40PBP%40N%40P%40P%40N%40P%40N%3FR%3FN%40P%3FP%3FNAP%3FP%3FPANAPAPANAPAPCNAPCPCNCNCPCNCNEPCNENENEPELENGNENGNGLGNGLGNGNGLGLILILILGLKLGJKLIJIJKLKJIJKJKJKHKJKHKHMJKHKHMHMHKFMHMFMFMFMFMFMDMDMFODMDMDODMDOBMBODOBM%40ODO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAO%3FOAOAMAOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMCOEMEOEMEMEMGOEMEMGMGMGMGKGMIMGMIKIMIKIKKMIKIKKKIKKIKKKKKIMKKIKIMIKIMIMIMIMGMGMIMGOGOGMGOGMEOGOEMEQEMGQCOEOEOCQEOCOCQCOCOAQCQAOCQAQAOAQAQ%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=08JRBlmhBtsFk-pvxexkeZTiBgo=) Fort Lauderdale, FL #### What's nearby - Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Anglins Fishing Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Fort Lauderdale Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Pompano Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km - Las Olas Boulevard - 14 min drive - 10.7 km #### Getting around - Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek Station - 12 min drive - Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪First Watch - ‬8 min walk - ‪Blue Moon Fish Co. - ‬9 min walk - ‪Billy Jack's Shack - ‬7 min walk - ‪Laspada's Original Hoagies By The Sea - ‬7 min walk - ‪101 Ocean - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Just A Few minutes to the beach 5 stars rating on airbnb have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Just A Few minutes to the beach 5 stars rating on airbnb pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Just A Few minutes to the beach 5 stars rating on airbnb located? > Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Pompano Beach is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Just A Few minutes to the beach, restaurants and shops! Reviews 10 ### 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Die Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin war sehr gut, die Unterkunft war ansprechend eingerichtet und gut ausgestattet. In 5 Minuten war man zu Fuß am Strand und am Hauseigenen Pool war es schön ruhig. Gesamtfazit: Wir kommen gerne wieder ##### Andrew Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Otis L. Apr 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An Amazing Gem!! This property was excellent in location, cleanliness and overall charm!! We were on our honeymoon and everything was perfect. We were minutes away from the beach and great restaurants. There was also check-ins from the owner which was great. We had an amazing time!! ##### Otis L. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John T. Jan 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Little Escape A great spot for a quiet getaway. Short walk to town, beach, groceries. The place is well kept and the host is very responsive. It could use a new mattress and pillows but otherwise it was a perfect spot. ##### John T. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Jo M., Lackawanna USA May 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect and beautiful serene little paradise My husband and I just returned from a vacation at Miranda's property . It is just as described in the listing. We had great communication and the check in process was easy. The unit was very clean and tastefully furnished. The kitchen was fully equipped with anything you may need. The pool was crystal clear and the area was tropical and lush. There are beach chairs,umbrella,towels,and carry cooler available for guest use.The washer and dryer in the unit was a plus.Dedicated parking in front and walking distance to the beach,stores,and dining. Located in a safe residential neighborhood. Just a wonderful vacation ! ##### Mary Jo M. Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isaac H. Dec 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing ! Hi, Everything about this property was amazing! Beautifully furnished, very comfortable, very clean, supplied with all basic necessities, great pool, well taken care of outside & inside of property & situated in a marvelous community. Most of all, the management of this property is a wonderful & pleasant person. I would definitely recommend & looking forward for another stay at this property. Thanks for everything! ##### Isaac H. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [SpringHill Suites Marriott Ft Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-Marriott-Ft-Lauderdale-AirportCruise-Port.h201074.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Marriott-Fort-Lauderdale-Airport.h60362586.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ft. 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