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Grandma's Place
Front view from covered carport
4 digit code keylock box
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8156.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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DeLand, FL
  • Stetson Mansion
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Stetson University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Blue Spring State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly

Grandma’s Place is a beautifully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that was lovingly tended to by grandma. From the custom draperies to the soothing wall colors, everything about this place says comfort. The master bedroom has a private full shower and separate vanity area and a huge walk-in closet. The exceptionally large second bedroom has a king size bed and a twin over full bunk bed set. The living room has a memory foam queen sofa pullout. A full bathroom with tub/shower combo is just next to bedroom #2. Owners Bill and Erin are close by so let us know if you need anything special for your stay. The screened-in back porch is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy nature overlooking the landscaped fenced back yard. A gas Grill is provided right off the porch. Located on a quiet street, a stay in this centrally located property gives you easy access to everything Central Florida has to offer.

There is no cable TV. For your entertainment, our television is equipped with Roku, a device that provides over 40 channels, or applications. We provide access to premium channels including Disney Plus, Hulu and ESPN. If you would also like to access Netflix or Amazon Prime, you can log in with your own credentials.

Deland has been awarded the “Best Small Town in Florida” many times and holds regular festivals including the Mardi Gras on Mainstreet Dog Parade, The Christmas Boat Parade, Juried Art festivals, Bike Week, and several holiday parades like Veterans day and homecoming. Also the area hosts fishing tournaments so if you're a fisherman, bring your boat as there is plenty of parking at Grandma's Place including a covered carport. MainStreet DeLand Association - Deland, FL link can show you the upcoming calendar of events.

New Smyrna Beach is a quick 35 minute drive and world famous Daytona Beach with its awesome Daytona International Speedway - NASCAR racing is also 35 minutes away. Both beaches allow driving and parking on the beach. We provide beach supplies for your stay so no need to bring or buy a cooler, beach chairs or towels. Both places hold Bike Weeks in October and March each year. Deland hosts a coinciding Bike Weekend.
Deland is home to Stetson University and the Stetson Mansion wired for electricity by Thomas Edison himself, as well as multiple art museums and theaters.
De Leon Springs State Park is nearby with The Old Spanish Sugar Mill , famous for its pancakes made right at your table- a must for breakfast lovers. You can pack a picnic lunch and relax all day under the huge shade trees, enjoy canoeing on the river or a swim in the natural spring at this beautiful state park. The St John’s river runs through Deland and offers many types of activities at the nearby marina which also has a rustic seafood restaurant right on the water, and fishing near the Whitehair bridge on Hwy 44. The St Johns River also has lots of wildlife including alligators. The manatees winter at beautiful Blue Springs just 15 minutes away. If you do bring your boat, pay attention to the no wake and manatee zones to help protect the large "sea cows". The town just South of us, Sanford, has a Riverboat Cruise that is a great way of touring the river.

And of course, Orlando’s world class attractions are just an hour away, including Disney World, Epcot, Sea World, famous International Drive and Universal Studios with its newest Harry Potter themed attractions. Day trips might include U.S. Air Force Space & Missile Museum in Cape Canaveral, the world class Outlet shopping area in Saint Augustine- the oldest settlement in America, or a trip to Busch Gardens in Tampa. Gainesville, home to the University of Florida is two hours north and Florida’s gulf coast to the West is about 3 hours. Tarpon Springs on the Gulf coast is another easy day trip. Awesome off shore fishing is offered at several nearby marinas, weather permitting. These include Reel Deal Offshore Fishing in Ponce Inlet. Inside Grandma's Place you'll find a guest binder which also lists the areas art museums, theaters and historic sites as well as recommendations from guests before you. Remember, you are visiting sunny Florida so take advantage of our wonderful weather to see everything this beautiful place offers.

The Daytona airport is only 25 minutes away as is the Sanford International Airport served by many European travelers. The Orlando International airport is approximately 1 hour away.

There is plenty to do and see in Central Florida and Grandma’s Place will make sure you’re stay is comfortable. Book your stay today!

POLICIES
Max. Adults 6 -One King Bed & one Queen Bed and we can provide a Queen Air Mattress and/or a single cot if needed.
No events, parties or large gatherings
Minimum age of primary renter 25
Please note that violating the maximum occupancy may result in a fine equal to the cost of the reservations
Photo I.D. may be required upon check-in
No smoking inside
One small pet instantly approved with pet fee - other Pets considered

Property manager

386-717-6430
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Only registered guests are allowed in unit.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
One small pet approved others considered
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smokeing Indoors.

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
Note from host: Only registered guests are allowed in unit.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

DeLand

Located in Lasburys Sunset Terrace, a neighbourhood in DeLand, this holiday home is near theme parks. Stetson Mansion and Sands Theatre Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stockton-Lindquist House and Thursby House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Melching Field, 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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DeLand, FL

What's nearby

  • Stetson Mansion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • African American Museum of Arts - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Stetson University - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lake Beresford Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Blue Spring State Park - 13 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 3 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The DeLand Stockyard - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪D & B Foods - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Half Wall Deland - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪De La Vega Restaurante Y Galeria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Neat and safe Block home Near Historic Downtown Deland, pet friendly located?

Located in Lasburys Sunset Terrace, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Stetson Mansion and Bill Dreggors Park. St. Peter Catholic Church and Greater Union First Baptist Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Great house Great location

We had a blast and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bill W., Deland and Cedar Key Florida

Clean and convenient

Great stay will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charla S.

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

Felt safe and secure

This was an older home, clean, but no dishwasher. No problem for us, but it might be for a family, so bring your paper plates! This was located in a nice, safe neighborhood with nice neighbors and close to restaurants, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian C., Hanover, PA

Quaint, Clean & Perfect

Grandma's house was exactly as described. It was perfectly located for us. It was clean, well stocked and a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Family visit

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki T.

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

Pleasant & Stressfree

Area was in a good neighborhood. in Deland. The location was convenient to lots of things to do. This was much better than a stay in a hotel and priced right. Thanks for helping make a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

john c.

Love grandmas place

It is like a grandma house. No dishwasher, but clean, large, and nice neighborhood close to shopping and downtown. We would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lee S., Corpus Christi, Texas

Great Place to Hang out and Relax

This property is very clean and nice. Air Conditioning works great. Its a wonderful place to get away for the family or if your going to the Nascar Race. 20 mins to track. Close to a Winn Dixie to get all groceries. Bill is a great guy and will help you anyway possible. 5 Star HOME
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Randy V.

Nice Comfortable Pet Friendly House with great location

This is an older home but very well kept. It was the perfect set up for our dog with a fenced in backyard and screened in porch. The house is in a nice quiet neighborhood and close to the historic downtown which is a quaint area with shops and good restaurant choices. It is an ideal location for other sightseeing such as Disneyworld, Universal Studios, the ocean beaches... We also enjoyed the hiking and biking trails in the area. The owner, Bill, was great in responding to any and all communications and contacted us during our stay to check if we needed anything.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katy P.

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

Perfect family time

Great communication, clean, safe, old fashioned comfort, spacious, tons of storage, all needs met, lovely neighbors and neighborhood, perfect private back yard. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2020 Trip

Property has not been updated so renters need to know this & not set higher expectations. Lots of room, basics (microwave, coffee maker, etc.) provided. Beds comfortable, adequate telecommunications. Excellent accommodations for the cost. Property is located close to all needed services but, would not be walkable to historic area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

awesome!!

Everything was perfect, the only suggestions I would have is to have a portable fan for the back porch and the sliding door made to slide easier, we lost 4 nails in 2 days lol
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon E., Cross Lanes, WV USA

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

Grandma’s House is Great

This was the perfect house for my parents and their small dog. It had plenty of room and layout was like two master suites each with their own bathroom. The screened in porch was wonderful to sit outside and enjoy morning coffee or evening dinner without worrying about mosquitoes. Nice size fenced in backyard to allow their dog to go outside. The neighborhood was quiet and nice area to walk. We loved the location. It was close to everything...stores, historic downtown, state parks, etc. Even though the pandemic happened during the stay, they had a nice place to stay and felt safe. The owner was very nice and responded quickly to any questions we had. He also provided a new grill during our stay. I recommend this property to anyone coming to this area. We love Deland!
Stayed 60 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Eden M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grandma would be pleased

Lovely home and great location. It’s grandma’s place so things are worn but still nice. All in all good stay especially for the price

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Review for Grandmas Place

Very impressed overall with the property and the entire stay. The property was in a very good location. Quiet community and able to walk daily. the property was clean except could use a little deep cleaning. Called the manager and he was very responsive to our calls. The only problem that we had was that the furniture in the tv room was very dated and very uncomfortable. Looking forward to a staying in the property in January. John and Patsy Sage

10/10 Excellent

sharon f., Lake Helen FL

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

Great Place, Great Owner

Great place and communication between guest and owner is the best I've ever had
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abby O., Myrtle Beach

Great location! Clean and beautiful back yard.

Just like being at Grandma's! Cozy and quaint.

10/10 Excellent

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Insurance Relocation

The Owner Bill was excellent to work with. Took care of a client extremely well and was understanding of the situation.
Stayed 75 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

It was perfect for us!!!

My college roommate and I stayed here for Stetson's homecoming last weekend. the house was perfect for us! It was easy to find, and only about 1 mile from campus and downtown DeLand. We had plenty of room, the beds were comfortable, and the house was clean. And there here were some very nice surprises for us on the dining room table when we arrived. When I couldn't get one of the lamps to work on our first night, I left a voicemail with the owner, who had someone one out there the next morning to fix it. He was very pleasant, and even share a bit of history about the house. The screened in back porch looked so inviting! Unfortunately we already had breakfast commitments each day, so we didn't find time to sit out there. We're alreedy trying to think of reasons to return to DeLand soon so we can stay at Grandma's Place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Clean, quaint accommodations

The house was very clean, in a quiet neighborhood, and well appointed with everything you might need on a vacation to Florida. Owners were quick to respond to inquires. The house has two large bedrooms with king beds and full bathrooms. There is a queen sofa bed in the living room. The owners also provided a small cot and offered an air mattress. If in the area, we would definitely stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Barbara M.

It’s in a convenient location. The house was a good size. It depends on what your looking for.

The patio furniture and the outdoor grill were unusable due to being very dirty. A lot of the pots and pans were greasy. Hot water wasn’t really hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yevette M.

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R., Morrison, CO

Responsive owners!

Overall it fit our needs and was clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelley N.

Wonderful little house!

We only stayed at Grandma's Place for 2 nights and it met all of our needs. Cozy and comfortable with necessary amenities nearby. Would recommend to others looking to rent in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S., Clermont, FL

Grandma's Place was what the doctor prescribed!

Couldn't ask for a better place to relax, enjoy nature and feel like home. House was very clean, kitchen was stocked with a good amount of dishes and pans. The King size bed was very comfortable. With also had all the modern amenities available to us. Location couldn't be better - we walked historic downtown, rented a canoe at Blue Spring and a pontoon to enjoy the St John River and Silver Glen Springs. Also visited DeLeon Springs and hiked local State parks. Bill the owner was very responsive to all our inquiries. If you want to have a quite time and enjoy nature...Grandma's Place is the place to be!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by 386-717-6430

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About Bill Watford

I am a native Floridian. There are a lot of nice cities in Florida and my two favorite small towns are Deland on the east side of the state and Cedar Key due west on the Gulf of Mexico.

I started buying houses to rent as an investment while I had a full time day job, my first in 1985 and I still own it - the Cedar House of Deland. My full time job today is managing the vacation rentals and short stay properties that I own.

I have several in Deland: The Units of the Deland Marigold, Grandma's Place, and The Cedar House. I also have two in Cedar Key: The TreeHouse and Goose Cove Cottage.

I enjoy what I do and am passionate about seeing that my guests have a great experience while staying in one of my properties.

Why they chose this property

My wife's mother lived in this house for 20 years and now she lives with us. We purchased the property from her in 2007. She originally chose this home because of its location in a peaceful neighborhood and proximity to historic downtown full of locally-owned shops and restaurants. It is also only 3 miles away from the beautiful St. Johns River.

What makes this property unique

Inside, the home is laid out like two suites each with bedroom and bathroom. Adjacent to the living area is a screened patio that faces the landscaped private fenced backyard, a relaxing place for morning coffee or tea. The whole property is designed around comfort and quietness.

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