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EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS

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"Grace" Cottage Retreat front view
Friends who helped with the renovation putting the finishing touches on.
Front view. The door is open. Welcome!
Enter the sleeping porch with swinging twin bed, gallery lighting & vintage fans
Other end of jalousied sleeping porch with artist's easel and mosaic sink.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 379.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
De Leon Springs, FL
  • Chuck Lennon Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • De Leon Springs State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Stetson University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS

If you want to simplify and be inspired by nature this is the place to do it. The old Florida cracker style house was recently renovated and has the "Cross Creek" feeling. If you need to escape the complicated life there is a peace at "Grace Cottage Retreat" where you can return to your inmost being, recharge and glean inspiration to create your book, song or painting. "Grace" is within easy walking distance of De Leon Springs State Park. There is good energy from the springs. Also, there are many other opportunities to cycle, canoe, kayak and hike at various nearby parks. Deland is 7 miles away and offers lots of culture via museums, good food and music. "Grace" is also within an hour's drive to the beach or to Orlando. It's the perfect hub from which one can experience the diversity of Florida. There is one "master" bedroom with a queen bed that comfortably sleeps 2. Then there is a twin bed on the enclosed sleeping porch at the front of the home. Then there is a den with TV and loveseat. A foldout floor mattress is stored in the closet for the occasional 4th guest. There is one bathroom with walkin shower; that being said the home is best suited for a couple or 3 people at the most. "Grace" has a fenced in spacious back yard and is pet friendly. The train runs behind the property so you will occasionally hear the whistle and rumbling. My grandparents lived in a southern railroad town so this is nostalgic and enjoyable to me along with many guests at Grace. There is a front deck and back deck for relaxing outdoors.

Property manager

Leslie Regis
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
-residential neighborhood. Lowkey events only!
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved, respectful pets & guests welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: -residential neighborhood. Lowkey events only!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

De Leon Springs

Located in De Leon Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Sunshine Bowling Center and Mandy Stoll Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blue Spring State Park and De Leon Springs State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at J. Ollie Edmunds Center, or consider a night out at Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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De Leon Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Chuck Lennon Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stetson University - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Stetson Mansion - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Skydive DeLand - 13 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 15 min drive
  • Daytona Beach, FL (DAB-Daytona Beach Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O B's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC OLD FLORIDA @ THIS CRACKER COTTAGE; WALK TO DE LEON SPRINGS located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chuck Lennon Park and De Leon Springs State Park. Lake Dias Park and Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

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

Cracker Cottage

Thank You Rachel!!
Stayed 40 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

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

Cozy cottage

Petfect get away for a month❤️
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B., East Bend

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

Beautiful place

Everything was exactly as advertised. It was a peaceful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Anne J.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Unhappy

Well the heat didn’t work and the bed is lumpy. Just not satisfied with house and would not recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Not for us.

Constant traffic traffic noise, dog barking down the street. Neighbors trading substances in front of house. Ongoing rumbling trains in back of property every few hours. No privacy shades in front door windows (able to look through front door window from street into bedroom). TV placed in back room, hottest place in the house. Poor lighting in backyard limiting visibility through much tropical foliage,especially when taking your dog out during dark hours
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Ronald P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Nice place for a vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

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

Wonderful Cottage and Location

This cottage was a gem. My son and I loved sleeping to the souls of the cicadas and waking up with the birds and neighborhood rooster. The property and cottage are beautiful. We walked over to the spring and swam most of our days and hiked in the nearby Lake Woodburn National Wildlife Refuge, where we saw alligators and numerous birds at dusk. I am so glad we found this gem. The neighbors were very friendly too. When I asked if we could buy some eggs from them, they gifted us a dozen. We really loved exploring around De Leon Springs, Deland & Stetson art museums, Earth Hx museum & restaurants, Ormond Beach, snorkeling the local springs, the Reptile Center, and went to Sea World for a day. Catching lizards, orange juice from the backyard tree, slow mornings, chess on the front porch with my sweet 11-year old, ice cream cones in hand, will be a memories I treasure forever. We both loved it!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

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

Great place off the beaten track

My wife and I had a great time at Grace Cottage. The cottage is roomy, nicely furnished, comfortable, clean, has a nice vintage/artistic vibe. The large yard was a bonus, also. Rachel was responsive and easy to work with. We visited nearby DeLeon Springs State Park, and found it a beautiful place to swim, walk, and relax. Nearby DeLand to be a great place—lots of fun shops and restaurants. The Stetson Mansion was fantastic, also. Daytona, Ormond, and New Smyrna beaches are approximately 40 minutes away, and easy to get to. We recommend this property, and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

John S., Aberdeen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Rustic

The cottage was more rustic and antiquated than we anticipated and not for us. The bed was very very hard and can not be moved away from wall. We are in our late 60's, need cpap's and access to both sides of a bed. Didn't realize from description bed could not be moved out from wall/windows at all. Bathroom sink was clogged the first time we used it. It was over a day before anyone came to fix it. Had to leave early to get a good night's rest. If you like rustic, this is for you. Do not recommend it for seniors. No railings on the four front steps. No front porch light. We desire more comfort and modern cottage on our vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Janet C., Candler, N.C.

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay at GRACE. However, we can not assign a five star until attention is directed at replacing the bed. It was way too firm and by the third night, we were looking at alternative arrangements, like the floor. Everything else was perfect. Fine sheets and towels, excellent art on the walls, excellent communication between parties, cozy bungalow, wonderfully fenced backyard that two dogs enjoyed to the max. WE LOVED IT but encourage the owner to address the bed issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., Lakeland

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

Relaxing and Peaceful

The cottage is cute and comfortable. The area is quiet. There is a large, fenced backyard that was perfect for our dog. Great place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., Lakeland

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

Relaxing and Peaceful

The cottage is very clean and cute. The large, fenced backyard was perfect for our dog. It is a perfect place to get away and unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Perfect getaway with vintage Florida vibe

Great reprieve from life's complexity. Walked to the springs and pancake restaurant. Enjoyed relaxing at the cottage and visiting Deland and Cassadaga
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

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

Peaceful

We were visiting for the annual truck meet in Daytona & we aren’t the party people. We wanted peace & quiet and that’s what we got!

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Month of March 2019

We very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage was perfect for our needs. It was in walking distance of beautiful De Leon Springs State Park. Rachel and the neighbors were very helpful with any issues we had. Deland is just a few miles away and offers great dining, shopping and a must do tour of Stetson Mansion. Ormond Beach is gorgeous and within a 40 minute drive. we look forward to staying again. Paul and Sharon
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Regis

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I am a mixed media artist residing in Ormond Beach. I love the beach yet am also fascinated with inland, pristine Florida. I am a member of the Florida Women Artists Association and currently show my work from my home/studio there. My paintings grace "Grace" as well as Firefly Farmhouse in Winchester, TN which is available for rental through VRBO as well: property 2009842 https://www.vrbo.com/2009842?unitId=2574359.
To view more of my art click these links: iamartrachel.com https://www.pictorem.com/profile/iamart.rachel.and.friends

Why they chose this property

"Grace" Cottage took me back to the nostalgia of old Florida. Offering the solace of solitude for the Creative, I knew this retreat setting would feed the souls of her guests. Great Creatives like Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and Georgia O'Keefe set themselves apart to be at one with nature. I personally quest to spend time at this charming jewel nestled in De Leon Springs.

What makes this property unique

I love the canopied oaks on the street as well as the plentiful plants and trees on the property. The owner before me was an artist and a nurturer of the land. The home's exterior charm, with old metal roof beckons one to enjoy the sound of the rain from inside. I immediately pictured an easel and a swinging bed on the jalousied front porch and had a sink added. Even though it's a small house it lives big due to the graciously open living/dining & kitchen area. The old hardwood floors have character. There is a woodburning stove in the living room. The bedroom and den with TV are in the back of the house with completely remodeled bath with walk-in shower. There are lovely views of flowers and trees from all of the windows. I added a deck with seating on the front of the house and there is a back deck as well. Because I am a dog lover and traveler I am sensitive to the need for pet friendly accommodations that are enjoyable for the pet owner as well as the pet. The large fenced in back yard makes it easy for guests with pets to relax while knowing that their pets are safe.

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