Title: Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect - 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 # Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107606200/107606187/1ebfbce3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107606200/107606187/3c3bdfcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107606200/107606187/ba67ea5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107606200/107606187/cd97f0ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107610000/107606200/107606187/d79c7576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like fishing and motor boating at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathrooms3873 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pool - Kitchen - 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. ### Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect Escape to Emerald Anchor – Your Ultimate Lakefront Getaway in Winter Haven! Welcome to Emerald Anchor Escape, a spacious 6-bedroom retreat on the shores of Lake Howard, designed for unforgettable moments with family and friends. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, this lakefront gem offers the perfect balance of comfort, fun, and relaxation. Holiday planning? Get in the spirit & celebrate the holiday with the exciting boat parade happening dockside at our home on Dec. 6th! Spacious & Thoughtfully Designed Accommodations The main house features five cozy bedrooms: Downstairs: Two bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom for added privacy. Upstairs: Three additional bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The queen bedroom connects to an adjoining room with twin beds—perfect for parents traveling with little ones. For added privacy, the pool house serves as a sixth bedroom. It includes a sleeping area for two (trundle bed), a full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette—ideal for extended family or couples. Comfortable Living & Entertaining Spaces Inside, bright and cheerful spaces set the scene for memory-making. Enjoy morning coffee in the sunroom with sunrise views, or head upstairs to the playroom—stocked with games, books, and table tennis. Keep an eye out for fun touches like Scooby Doo and the Dalmatians welcoming you at the top of the stairs! Outdoor Fun & Relaxation Step outside to a private year-round heated pool, surrounded by: A covered patio with dining area & outdoor seating options A propane grill for family cookouts An outdoor Smart TV for movie nights or sports & games to choose from & exercise equipment A fire pit perfect for evening s’mores and stories Across the street, enjoy exclusive access to a private dock on Lake Howard, complete with 3 kayaks for on-the-water adventures. A public boat ramp is less than a mile away—bring your own boat or rent one to explore the scenic Chain of Lakes, ideal for boating, skiing, or fishing. Pool Heat Info: Pool heating is available upon request at $35/day (4-day minimum). For week-long stays, the total is $210. After 7 nights, heating is $20 per additional night. Temperature is maintained at 83°F, though heating may be affected by weather. Any concerns will be communicated by management. NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited. Location Highlights While you might never want to leave, Emerald Anchor is perfectly situated: 6 miles to Legoland 33 miles to Walt Disney World Just over 70 miles to St. Petersburg & Clearwater Beaches – great for a day trip! Minutes to Downtown Winter Haven, where you’ll find: Local dining, boutique shopping, and art Grove Roots Brewing Co. – a must-visit for citrus-inspired craft beers Quaint antique shops and mural-filled alleyways \*\*NOTE: Full-time Residents are On-Site in Guest Home & Main driveway on West side of the property is not for guest parking. Key Residence Features: \- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, 4 flat-screen Smart TVs, table tennis, propane gas grill on the patio, fire pit, washer/dryer, air conditioning, hair dryer and more! \*\*ABOUT THE HOME\*\* MAIN FLOOR \- Sunroom that doubles as a sitting area or dining area in front of home with views of Lake Howard \- Living area with sectional sofa, 2 electric lounge chairs, electric fireplace & Smart TV \- Large dining table with seating for 8 \- Private office/workspace \- Gourmet kitchen with butcher block island & all cooking essentials for your stay \- Bedroom 1 (Queen bedroom on first floor facing lake with en-suite bath & walk-in shower with grab rails, accent chair - sleeps 2) \- Bedroom 2 (Queen bedroom on first floor with en-suite tub/shower and is also used as shared guest bathroom downstairs - sleeps 2) Upstairs: \- Bedroom 3 (King bedroom facing lake - sleeps 2) \- Bedroom 4 (King bedroom overlooking the pool - sleeps 2) \- Bedroom 5 (Queen bedroom with adjoining room with 2 Twin beds - sleeps 4) \- Bathroom with bathtub/shower, sink & toilet shared for Bedrooms 3, 4 & 5 POOL HOUSE (Outside): \- Bedroom 6 (Trundle bed with 2 Twin beds, Smart TV - sleeps 2) \- Bathroom with Walk-in shower, sink & toilet (Shared pool house bathroom.) Outside: \-Covered screened-in patio area with outdoor patio table and (6) six chairs and fire pit area with seating for (6) six \- Patio has protective gates for guests to use \- Life jackets & kayak oars stored in outdoor closet next to outdoor dining table \-Dock for enjoying boating, swimming, fishing or just relaxing - 3 Kayaks for use at your own risk \-Outdoor dining with seating for (6) & fire pit area with seating for (6) NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited. \*\*\*\*\*\*\* Book your stay today with confidence! We are iTrip - Lakes of Central Florida; a professional short-term rental property management company in central Florida. We have hosted over 3000 great stays with an average guest review score of 4.9 out of 5! Extended Stays - Any reservation exceeding 30 nights will be required to pay an additional cleaning fee each month that the stay extends. Cleaning will be coordinated with the management team. The additional cost will be added to your reservation after confirmation. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Fishing - Heated pool - Kayaking - Motor boating - Table tennis - Jet skiing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 3,873 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 15198 ## About the area Located in Winter Haven, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. LEGOLAND® Florida and Indigo's Family Fun Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Northgate Shopping Center and Havendale Plaza Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Indigo's Billiards, Bowling & Games and Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida. With jet skiing, water skiing, and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Winter Haven travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Winter-Haven.dx7464) [View more Vacation homes in Winter Haven](https://www.expedia.ca/Winter-Haven-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7464-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C28.03305%2C-81.74423&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=og0bLy4KKJhjLDVE0SAyZiKw8YA=) Winter Haven, Fl ### What's nearby - Winter Haven Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km - Indigo's Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km - Theatre Winter Haven - 5 min drive - 4.8 km - Chain of Lakes Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km - LEGOLAND® Florida - 11 min drive - 10.1 km ### Getting around - Winter Haven Station - 8 min drive - Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Pabili Asian Market - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Kayaks | Deck | Perfect located? > This family-friendly Winter Haven vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Winter Haven City Tennis Center and Winter Haven Public Library. Inman Park and Winter Haven Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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