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Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 13557.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Pompano Beach, FL
  • Pompano Beach Amphitheatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pompano Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Pompano Beach, FL (PPM)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bunk Bed Room (upstairs Main house)

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Cabana Bedroom (Main house downstairs)

2 Single Beds

Guest Apt Bedroom#2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Apt Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Key West (Main house upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Primary (Main house upstairs)

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Cabana

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Apt 2nd bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Guest Apt Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Jack&Jill Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Pool 1/2 bath

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Primary Bathroom (upstairs)

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale

A little piece of Italy in South Florida!
We are not an event venue! NO PARTIES ALLOWED.
KraushausUSA2 is approximately 6,000 sq. ft. (550 sq. meters including guest apartment), a Mediterranean villa located on a small island in Lake Santa Barbara which is a part of the Intracoastal Waterway and about a mile from the Atlantic Ocean. This island oasis is positioned one block off Federal Highway between Commercial and Atlantic Blvds. and is close to the beach, shopping, restaurants, banks, tennis courts, and a golf course.

Depending on the time of year, (3/4/7) night minimum stay required.

This unique property is great for families! It has 6 bedrooms and 5 1/2 bathrooms and sleeps up to 13 people (See description in the 'room details' section. )
Enjoy the amenities of the backyard that include: grilling area; detached gazebo with pizza oven and fire pit, outdoor dining for at least 12, and a 5 hole-putting green!

Closest Airports:

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Approximate driving time is about 25 minutes and distance is about 17 miles.

Miami International Airport (MIA)
Approximate driving time is about 50 minutes and distance is about 36 miles.

Tiled pool with attached hot tub
Boat dockage available at a cost (upon request)
Air Conditioner


Towels are provided
Beach chairs are available
Hairdryers all bathrooms
(3)Washers and (3)dryers in unit
Private parking (6-8 spaces)
Ample closet space
Iron and ironing board provided
Private tiled lanai with a pergola with a personal patio area
Outdoor grills
Cabana with bar and firepit
Security alarm system
WiFi
Cable TV/Amazon Fire Stick
Gym
5-hole putting green

Property manager

Rolf Kraus
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 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
Absolutely NO LARGE PARTIES or heavy drinking at the pool ALSO, please check out the CDC COVID-19 Travel page if considering future travel.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pompano Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Cypress Point, a neighbourhood in Pompano Beach. Bahia Mar Marina and Port Everglades are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Pompano Beach Aquatics Center and Xtreme Action Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Pompano Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Pompano Beach Amphitheatre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pompano Fisher Family Pier - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Pompano Beach - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Pompano Beach Station - 13 min drive
  • Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Miyako Sushi Buffet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dandee Donut Factory - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lester's Diner - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mediterranean Villa / Greater Ft. Lauderdale located?

This family-friendly Pompano Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Pompano Beach Amphitheatre, Pompano Beach and Pompano Beach Aquatics Center. Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course and Pompano Fisher Family Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Best Host Experience Ever

We rent as a family nearly every year somewhere in the Greater Fort Lauderdale Area and have had many experiences. Rolf as a host was second to none. Attentive, proactive, and wants you to have a good time while you are there. We didn't even have to take out the garbage.The home was well cared for, clean, maintenance and upkeep was the best we've seen. If I had to leave a "could be better" it might be more options for King beds as only the primary had one. But otherwise it was spectacular. We will be booking again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill p.

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

Family vacation

Perfect home for large groups with small children. Rolf is an amazing host. It was everything we could have hoped for and then some.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amine Y.

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

Outstanding property and host

The house was perfect for us. Plenty of room for a group of eight people, super clean, great location. The outdoor living space was awesome. Rolf is the best host I have dealt with in over 10 years. He really made our stay enjoyable, came by to check if we needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ann M.

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

Vacay House

Unusual but fun property with lovely hot tub and pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Sangster | T.

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

Perfect Staycation!

We needed more space with family coming to town and made the right choice with this rental!! The house was immaculately clean and had plenty of room for everyone to spread out. The beautiful saltwater pool with a soothing waterfall was a highlight. The owner was very attentive and made sure we knew he would help if we needed absolutely anything! We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe A.

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

Excellent Stay

Beautiful property in a great location. Rolf was a great guy, very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

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

Amazing House and Host!

We stayed with 5 adults and 3 children, ages 2, 5 and 7. The kids were in the pool or at the beach 12 hours a day! The house is magnificent, very extravagant. The kids said they felt like Tony Montana, LOL. We loved the back yard and that we could be in the kitchen and still be part of what was going on in the back yard and in the pool, you never felt separated from anyone. The Pompano Beach is great, not super crowded, family friendly and great sand. Parking always available, affordable and has a great app to use whenever you park. The downtown strip, though small by Florida standards, had absolutely everything we needed. The restaurants were great and varied, we loved Oceania on the beach for a little fancier dinner, The Foundry on the strip, off the beach with great outside dining and big tables inside. The Huston on the canal had the very best food, top notch. Our host was great, responsive to every request and every need. The giant portable speaker didn't work, I let him know and said I don't really care because we have a small portable speaker that works. within a couple hours, a brand new speaker was delivered to the house. The putting green in the back yard was a great distraction fo rthe kids when grown ups getting ready for dinner. We walked to the beach a couple times (had a stroller for the kids) and really enjoyed the walk. The Yellow Yolk was nice for breakfast on the strip. We rented a yacht in Ft Lauderdale for 4 hours one day and it was awesome! Great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lee H.

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

Great family getaway

Lots of spaces for everyone. Great communication with owners. The pool and putting green were lots of fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom r.

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

Enjoyable

Very comfortable house
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn D., Silverton, USA

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

AMAZING STAY WITH FAMILY!

My family and I went for a 3 night stay before boarding a cruise out of Fort Lauderdale. There were 9 of us, from 4 different families. We had plenty of room to stretch out in the house, everyone with their own space. The home is well equipped with everything we needed to cook and have a great time. We enjoyed our time by the pool immensely. I was very nervous about the pool and canal being so close to the home, traveling with an almost 2 year old. Rolf set up the gate around the water before our arrival so I felt completely safe with my toddler being in the backyard. We swam and played mini golf, watched TV outside and had the best time. It was hard to believe our trip was going to get any better when we boarded our cruise after check out. The home has additional baby items that were super helpful as well- several pack n plays with sheets, high chair, etc. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., St. Charles, MO

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

Family trip

This house is exactly as described. The sheets were beyond soft and the beds comfortable and abundant. The ice maker in the entry way came in very handy. The pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen and space were amazing with more than enough towels for everyone. The washing machines and dryers were very useful. The kitchen is stocked with stables which is very convenient. There was construction going on next door but was never an issue, don't let that turn you off. We very much enjoyed the activities at the marina across the canal. Rolf was available for assistance when needed but not intrusive. We will be back and look forward to staying here again. Pleasure to meet you Rolf.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

vinay N.

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

Property is at nice location to stay with Family & Friends.

The property is at very nice and good stay to enjoy with Friends and Family, we see all the amenities and especially the pook and back water at the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

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

Family reunion

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. The location is great with easy drive to the beach, grocery store and local park which had lots of amenities. Rolf was available for all questions and helped us use the pizza oven. Overall, we had a great time! The outdoor facilités were fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

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

Family vacation

Great house , great host, all around wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Best vacation home!

My family and I stayed at Rolf’s home for a week this month(December) and had the BEST stay. This house is seriously stunning and there is nothing it doesn’t have!! If I couldn’t find something, Rolf was just a quick text or phone call away and was incredibly accommodating throughout our stay. The outdoor area kept us entertained all day everyday. Pool, hot tub, putting green, grilling station.. I’m telling you he’s got it all! We had one baby with us and Rolf had high chair and pack and play. The house was clean, well furnished, and stocked with everything you need for comfortable stay. We will definitely be coming back! Thanks for everything Rolf.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

alise i.

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

Great house

Rolf and Ingrid are very accommodating and responsive hosts. We had a great time! The house is well pointed and very comfortable. Great pool, pizza oven and dock!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Large beautiful home with top notch amenities!

We loved our stay at this top notch property! The vast property boasts private en suites for each bedroom and resort like setting outside with a great pool, outdoor bar, kitchen and putting green. Truly serene property! No neighbors in sight! The property owners are easily accessible, flexible and take care of all your needs no questions asked. Truly an excellent vacation was had by all! Thank you! Hope to see you again soon! The Peterson’s
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

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

Fantastic stay

Our stay was amazing and our host Rolf was great. Rolf was very attentive to any needs or queations we had. The house was clean, upkept and amazlingly stocked for our comfort. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Best Place Ever!

Pictures do not show how amazing this place is. There were 12 of us and we had plenty of room! The pool and Spa were incredible! Rolf cares about this property and you can tell! Don’t hesitate to hit the “BOOK” button if this is available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Great Property

We had a wonderful time during our stay here! The outdoor pool / hot tub area was spectacular and the home was equipped to suit all of our needs during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin D., Greenort, Ny

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

The Perfect Stay

From pre check in to check out , Rolf was amazing. Fast to respond, knowledgeable of the area and kind. The house was immaculate and the back yard is paradise. We throughly enjoyed our time at the home and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

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

Amazing Family Getaway!

The Mediterranean Retreat exceeded our expectations in all ways possible. It was so clean on arrival, and Rolf was there shortly after our arrival to take us for a tour and show us everything we needed to know. The house was outfitted with some baby gear, including pack and play, high chair, booster seat, and a baby gate around the pool which was incredible. It acted as a big playpen since it also blocked access to the docks when the kids were playing. Between that, the putting green, the kitchen opening to the patio where we ate ALL our meals - it was absolutely perfect for kids. Rolf was very responsible to all of our needs during our stay. We were able to do an everglade airboat tour 30 minutes away which we highly recommend. The beach is a 30 minute walk, but we did it most days. There was a playground, splashpad, and ice cream shop at the beach that the kids almost liked more than the beach itself. We made pizza on the outdoor pizza oven which was absolutely lovely, we had coffee on the upper terrace to watch sunrise, and happy hour on master bedroom deck. I can't recommend this place enough! Thanks Rolf and Ingrid!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Spring Break

The property was amazing. It is like a mini resort. Rolf was a great owner to deal with. He set up the pizza oven for pizza night and it was so much fun. This property was clean, location was great and the owners were amazing. Would make a great rental for anyone!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F., Crown Point

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Everything we wanted and more! Rolf is an amazing host! Friends that were part of the group plan on renting the house, bringing their children and grand children!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Perfect place for relaxing family vacation

The property was exactly as we expected and the hosts were even better: very responsive and eager to ensure we enjoyed our time in South Florida. The noise from the construction projects next door were the only negative the whole week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rolf Kraus

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My name is Rolf and I am the owner of this property. I was born in Germany, but have lived in Florida for over 30 yrs. My family and I lived in this home for many years and my son grew up here. I strive to be a good host and my goal is to ensure guests feel at home on the property and enjoy the many amenities, especially in the back yard as I have had a hand in building most of it.

What makes this property unique

How many properties have a 5-hole putting green? It's been a wonderful addition and has proven to be a lot of fun for golfers and non-golfers alike!

Languages:

English, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests