Title: Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere - 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 # Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498700/33498652/f4709b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498700/33498652/881968e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498700/33498652/4dfe2454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498700/33498652/c2afc928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498700/33498652/81e1b64b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a serene landscape, this charming cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. Unwind on the back porch with a cup of coffee while listening to birds singing their early morning songs. With smart home technology and luxurious linens, you'll feel right at home. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6950 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere Our Cottage — Walk 4 minutes to Florida Southern College. Downtown Lakeland & Lake Hollingsworth are both less than 2 miles away. ♥ What You'll Love about our home: → The proximity to all of Lakeland → Washer & dryer for convenience → 50” or larger Smart TVs for streaming → Dog friendly accommodation → Fully fenced in backyard → Patio with Electric Pellet Grill and hammocks (grill pellets not provided) The space: ➤ Location Perks: Walk 4 minutes to Florida Southern College or drive 5 minutes to Lake Hollingsworth and downtown Lakeland. → Florida Southern College – 0.2 miles → Lake Hollingsworth – 1.4 miles → Downtown Lakeland – 1.5 miles → Southeastern University – 2.6 miles → RP Funding Center – 1.8 miles → Lakeland Linder Airport – 6.8 miles ➤ Bedrooms & Bathrooms: 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 ⎯▹ Bedroom 1: King bed ⎯▹ Bedroom 2: Queen bed with TV ⎯▹ Living Room: Sofa bed • Fresh bedding + towels provided • 1 full bathroom • Bath essentials provided ➤Experience Overview • Patio with lounge seating,hammocks & BBQ grill • Completely fenced in backyard • Dog friendly! • Smart TVs • Coffee maker & coffee provided • Lightening fast wifi • Easy self-checkin via secure door keypad FAQ’s » Is the area safe? Absolutely. Our home is located in a very walkable neighborhood near Lake Hollingsworth & FSC. » Is this house good for remote workers? Of course! We offer high-speed wifi and work can be done the dining room table. » Can I bring pets? We welcome well-behaved dogs for an additional fee. No cats. The private 6 foot fence is perfect for pets and children safety. ♥ Meet Your Hosts We’re Christa and Anthony, and we’re absolutely thrilled that you are considering staying in one of our lovely homes! As locals here in sunny Lakeland, Florida, we’ve poured our hearts into making these homes special just for you. Our top priority is ensuring you have an amazing stay and the best experience possible. Feel free to reach out anytime – we’d love to share our passion for this fantastic city we call home! If there’s anything you need, don’t hesitate to reach out. Your Hosts, Anthony & Christa Guest access: Guests have full access to the house as well as the washer and dryer in the shed out back, in the fenced in yard. The main gate is locked and not accessible from the outside except by lawn and pest control services. Other things to note: ➤ Booking & Guest Policies ✓ The listing price reflects the base rate for the accommodation only. ✓ Please enter the correct number of guests at the time of booking to ensure accurate pricing and avoid issues at check-in. ✓ All guests must be registered prior to arrival. ✓ We have a strict no refund policy. Reservation changes that result in a refund are not permitted. ➤ Pet Policy ✓ Pets must be registered and the pet fee paid before check-in. ✓ Failure to register your pet or pay the fee may result in cancellation without a refund. ✓ Excessive barking must be managed to avoid neighbor complaints. ✓ In the case of unresolved issues, you may be asked to board your pet or find alternative arrangements. ➤ Events ✓ Parties are not allowed. ✓ Some events may be permitted with prior approval before booking. ✓ Event fees are negotiated on a case-by-case basis. ✓ Unapproved events will result in additional charges, including cleanup fees ➤Electric Pellet Grill ✓ We do not supply the pellets ✓ If there are pellets left, they will be in the blue Lowe's bucket; you are more than welcome to them. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking allowed outside areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 950 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105380000/105374300/105374225/d9154137.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Bedroom one bath bungalow in the Lake Morton Historic District on Success. 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Bag it up and toss it in the green bin before heading out. Thanks for keeping the area clean! If you use the grill during your stay, please clean it before you leave to avoid extra cleaning charges. Thanks for helping keep things tidy! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please be advised that after the cancellation period we do not allow ANY changes to a reservation that results in a refund. Please do not allow pets on the furniture or in the beds.Cleanup fees are 100/hr to remove pet hair from the linens and furniture. Failure to pay the pet fee and comply with the pet policy will result in the cancellation of your booking and removal from the property and no refund. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets must be crated if left alone in house. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking allowed outside areas ## 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### Property is also known as s Luxury Cottage Retreat Lakeland s Luxury Retreat Cottage Lakeland s Luxury Cottage Retreat Lakeland Lakeland Lakeland s Luxury Cottage Retreat Cottage Cottage Lakeland s Luxury Cottage Retreat Lakeland s Luxury Cottage Retreat Lakeland s Luxury Retreat Lakeland s Luxury Cottage Retreat ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.03500%2C-81.94357&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V6jbamKmzxbcTm14H1ANFzLJ1zA=) Lakeland, FL #### What's nearby - Polk Museum of Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Lake Mirror - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - RP Funding Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.8 km - Lakeside Village - 9 min drive - 8.1 km #### Getting around - Lakeland Station - 2 min drive - Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sabu - ‬2 min drive - ‪Texas Cattle Company - ‬18 min walk - ‪Cozy Oaks Restaurant - ‬12 min walk - ‪Wally's - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Cottage Near Florida Southern College ~ Dogs Welcome~ Walk Everywhere located? > Located in the heart of Lakeland, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Florida Southern College, Lake Hollingsworth, and Polk Museum of Art. Lake Morton and Hollis Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). Lakeland Station is 22 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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