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The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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DeLand, FL
  • African American Museum of Arts
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Stetson University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Stetson Mansion
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland

Welcome! This house was built in 1920 and has been beautifully restored. It's three blocks from the center of downtown Deland! Walk or take a quick bike ride to restaurants and shops. It is a large two story house (2,400sq. ft)! Ping pong, air hockey, cornhole, checkers/chess table, 4 bikes included, huge front porch for people watching, grill, basketball hoop, large natural gas fire pit, and soooo much more! The bunk room upstairs has its own Livingroom and foosball coffee table! Nothing compares!!

The space
Our house has all original hardwood floors throughout. This makes it easy to sanitize and clean. We also made sure to purchase Ruggible brand rugs because they can be machine washed and sanitized as well. All beds have a Tommy Bahama bed protector with 100% Anti-Microbial Silver Infused Hypoallergenic Polyester Fill. The main bedroom has a king size Sleep Number bed with dual side adjustments. Feel free to make the mattress as firm or as soft as you'd like. We believe that this house will be like your family's home away from home, with special attention to providing a premium place to stay in Deland. We teamed up with a local soap maker to provide our guests with custom made organic goat milk soap. A bar will be placed in the master bathroom upstairs and we encourage everyone to take it home! There are sound machine alarm clocks in every room with usb charging ports. Games, books, and a large dvd selection is ready and waiting! In one of the rooms upstairs we placed a "Total Gym" for anyone wanting to keep up with their daily or weekly workout. For the fun side of things there is an awesome Margaritaville drink maker in the kitchen as well as an icemaker that produces 100lbs of ice daily. Our house sits on a half acre with plenty of yard and space for kids to enjoy.

As just another little bonus….. the China cabinets in the dinning room are stocked with tons of local Deland items purchased from shops around town. In case you forgot a souvenir, something for your stay, or gift for someone we have you covered! All you have to do is send a message about wanting something and we will unlock the cabinet for you. There is zero mark up. You pay what it cost at the store. It’s all about supporting local business owners and friends.

IMPORTANT DETAILS!!!!!

Our nightly rate is based on a total of 8 guests. We can accommodate two additional guests for a $20 per person, per night fee. Which means a max of 10 guests. Anyone booking who disrespects this will be asked to leave immediately without any refund.

There is a ton of paved parking in the front of the house. The FRONT of the house has 2-4 parking spaces that are for this rental. Do not block the driveway to the back of the house or park behind the house. Overflow parking, and additional vehicles can be arranged with advanced notice and approval. There will be no issue with any type of vehicle you may bring…….you just have to communicate about it first.

BOOKING MEANS YOU HAVE READ ALL THE DETAILS AND ACCEPT THEM.

****Rules regarding service dogs are firm and booking with us is your acceptance of our requirements, regardless if you did not do your due diligence in reading all the details before booking. We are a pet free rental due to family members with SEVERE allergies. “If” a non service dog is brought onto the property that will be an immediate cancelation of the booking, with an additional $300 fee pulled from the security deposit.

Service animals need to be disclosed when the booking is created, and an exsplanation of what service they provide. If fraud is found concerning this we will take full and immediate action.

Property manager

Kelly Russell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Max of 10 people at the house at any point. Including visitors - Do not use the fireplace - Old plumbing use TP only please - NO SMOKING INSIDE
- Use of washer and dryer is not permitted for stays of less than 3 days

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

DeLand

Located in Richs Deland, a neighbourhood in DeLand, this holiday home is near theme parks. Sands Theatre Center and African American Museum of Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stockton-Lindquist House and Thursby House. Consider Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center for a night out or Chisholm Center Playground if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
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DeLand, FL

What's nearby

  • African American Museum of Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stetson University - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Stetson Mansion - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • AdventHealth DeLand - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Blue Spring State Park - 13 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 5 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boston Coffeehouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Parched Oak - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Half Wall Deland - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De La Vega Restaurante Y Galeria - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Monarch House, in the heart of downtown Deland located?

Located in the centre of DeLand, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Peter Catholic Church, Bill Dreggors Park and Sands Theatre Center. African American Museum of Arts and St. Barnabas Episcopal Church are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun with the family
Perfect for family gatherings. The kids entertained themselves with ping pong and basketball while the adults were able to visit. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family stay
The abundance of games made for a wonderful family trip. Our boys loved the arcade machines, air hockey and ping pong. I appreciated the adjustable bed that allowed me to elevate my feet after all that walking in the parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
519 new york
I’ve stayed here twice in two years! Always on Daytona bike week!! Awesome spot! Away from the heavy traffic! Close to very good restaurants! Very clean. Very discreet.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice interesting vintage house.
Good location for restaurants, tourist sights, and the general area. On a main street, yet very quiet inside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NYE Getaway!
Such a clean, fun house that had everything we could want. Conveniently located to DT, we safely walked to restaurants and bars. Would definitely stay here again. Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Loved our stay in Deland
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deland for wedding
We had a wonderful time staying at the The Monarch House. Everything was exactly how it was described. Bikes were available to use and close to all the shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again when visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jack F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, loud location
This historic Craftsman home is lovely. Attention to detail would make it better: porch light burned out, trashbin cabinet not working properly, sticky floors in kitchen, commode on 1st floor not working, worn out linens with no blanket in primary bedroom. It's on a busy, loud street, but it's a great location to walk downtown. Surprise damage assessment after we checked out. Not my best VRBO experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A month getaway
We enjoyed our month in Deland. This house was perfect for our needs and it felt like home. If you like to cook, like us, you will enjoy the kitchen. We walked downtown many times to experience the shops. We enjoyed attending the theater, the Me Strong race, and the dog parade. A very short distance to the church was a plus too! Thank you Kelly for doing all the extras and making us feel part of the community.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristen v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!
This is such a great place to stay - all the amenities you need and more. Location is perfect and the host is so easy to communicate with and so quick to respond. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend
Great house with lots of thoughtful touches We loved the bikes! Walking distance to restaurants and downtown shops. Close to Daytona Beach too! Wonderful responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!!!
Everything about it was great! Communication, the house, great location, and so much more. We did not have time to explore the city much due to having to be in Daytona throughout the days we were there. I can’t say enough of how beautiful the house was and especially the decor. Chefs kiss perfection.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica G., Canaan, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
We were just passing through for the night. It was the perfect place for us. The beds were comfy and the home was cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous House
My family (three daughters and three granddaughters) were in Deland fora family wedding. The house was perfect for our needs. It was spacious, clean, well equipped and in a great location. We walked to everything in DeLand and enjoyed the downtown very much. The owners were very prompt in answering all of our questions. Thanks to the owners for sharing your wonderful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best house and location
Everything about this property was awesome. Very clean and comfy. The pictures can't convey how cool this house really is! Perfect location for us between the Orlando Airport, Volusia and Daytona. The owners were very responsive and accomodating. We will definitely try to stay again on future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

marisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, comfortable home!
We loved our stay at the Monarch House! Location was perfect, close to Stetson and shopping/dining. The house is beautiful and comfortable with everything you could need and plenty of living space. Very relaxing and we enjoyed the ping pong, games and basketball hoop. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHERYL W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our family
Great stay at this house. Everything was very clean and the owners have thought of all the little things. Kids had a blast with the basketball hoops, foosball and table tennis. Will definitely book again of we ever go back to Deland.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Well-Appointed
This is the best property we've stayed at. The home is solid and beautiful. It has historic charm with all the modern conveniences. The hosts have thought of every detail make staying here easy. There is clear signage, clear labeling. There are so many thoughtful features like a large DVD library, beach towels, ear plugs, a cooler next to the ice machine, etc. The bathroom off the master is spacious. The bunk room is fun. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time around
We loved our stay for the second time! This house feels like home sweet home for my family. The location is close to everything you need. The owners are very helpful and willing when needed. If you are considering staying here, do it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Angela O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The home was lovely and the location was convenient to Stetson University and downtown Deland. At first arrival we were concerned that the home was on a semi busy street but noise was not an issue at all and we slept very comfortably and soundly. We will definitely be staying again in the future. Everything was decorated beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
This home is as beautiful in person as it was in the pictures. It was a great place to stay and the location was close to the places we were interested in visiting. The owner was very responsive and helpful. I can’t give enough praise for the home or the owners. We would definitely stay here again if we ever make a trip back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Home Away from Home
The Monarch House is a wonderful home away from home. It is located near the downtown area and so it easy to get to, and central to many local destinations. The inside is beautifully decorated and in pristine condition. Everything you need is provided as well. We enjoyed a Ping Pong tournament as well as sitting on the front porch at night. The house is on a pretty busy street, so there is some traffic noise, but we hardly noticed it for the most part. We would definitely choose it again when we visit Deland in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for me and my bridesmaids
My bridesmaids and I stayed here and it was great! We loved the mirrors for all of us to get ready, the breakfast nook, and the ping pong table. Kelly was such a sweet host. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jannelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
The owner was very responsive to us and accommodating. Spotless and charmingly decorated to honor the houses history in the community without making it feel outdated. The entire house was equip with all kinds of little details to maximize your stay. It offers so much: bikes, pinpong table, an array of dvds and board games, crayons and notebooks for coloring, foosball table, fire pit, popcorn machine, smoker and basketball court. It’s a house equipped with everything you can imagine for entertainment. Also, we found the best public park we’ve ever been to with our children- only about a 5 minute drive from the home. We truly enjoyed our stay and felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

JC L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, well maintained.
Great property and beautifully maintained home. Owners are great. Close to all shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Russell

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My fiancé and I are locals that have a deep love for Deland and the houses that have been here for over a 100 years. We ourselves live in a 101 year old Craftsman home. We bought this home to stop it from turning into yet another office or business and lose it's ability to be a home still. Nearly all the historic homes along 44 have turned into commercial properties. This is our way to preserve the history of the house and to have families come and enjoy the area in a truly Deland way.

Why they chose this property

This house is huge with lots of room to spread out in, but at the cost of a standard hotel room! The house sits on half an acre so you'll have plenty of space that can accommodate any vehicle you may come in. These are things that you can't always find in typical residential neighborhoods.

What makes this property unique

Walking or biking distance to everything downtown. Groceries are half a mile away.
It's all just mins from our front door!!

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English

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