Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center

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1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m

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Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
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Air conditioning
Pool

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Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL

Lauderdale by the Sea Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Fort Lauderdale Beach
‪8 min walk‬
Anglins Fishing Pier
‪11 min walk‬
Pompano Beach, FL (PPM)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Zanzibar is a Cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a walk-in closet, a living room with a flat-screen TV, a full kitchen, and a dining table. It is completely set up with all the comforts of home. Relax on the deck with a drink and your loved one while watching the spectacular water view from the pool area!

This unit is a DUPLEX with a pool shared by both sides.

1 DOG ONLY WITH OWNER APPROVAL. MAX WEITH 26LB AND FEE $ 250

Centrally located two blocks from the beach and 5 minutes from the entertainment area of Lauderdale by the Sea. 20 minutes from the airport. Easy to get to golf, fishing, shopping, casinos, and nightlife. Bring your boat, rent one nearby, or enjoy the water view.

Enjoy natural Florida living. Please let us know what you need to make your vacation all you want.

The boat slip is only for the owner's use—no part of the rental.

THIS PROPERTY IS A DUPLEX - SEMI-DETACHED APARTMENT -
YOU SHARE THE POOL, LAUNDRY, AND BACK AREA WITH A DOOR 3 BEDROOM UNIT

YOU CAN RENT THE WHOLE COTTAGE - 4 BEDROOMS

"The Rental Agreement must be handwritten, signed, and sent to us, along with a copy of ID for each person (18 years old) who will stay in the house.

We do not accept reservations for Adults on behalf of their children.

Utility For monthly and weekly rental: The owner pays US $70/ month or $16/weekly for the electricity costs. Our tenants are responsible for electricity costs over US $70/ month or $16/weekly.

Property manager

Sabrina Montemerani

Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, Swedish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

FEE $ 180 PER PET. AUTH REQUIRED FROM MANAGER

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO PARTY - NO WEDDING -NO EXTRA GUESTS USING THE POOL AREA. NO RV, TRAILER, BOAT, JET SKY, OR GOLF CART PARKED AT THE PROPERTY

Summer rental: The owner will pay US $ 15/week for electricity costs. Any electricity costs of over US$15/week are the renter's responsibility.

Dog w/approval of the manager 1 dog only max. 26 LB fee $ 180

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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

Property Registration Number 2030

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in East Fort Lauderdale, a neighbourhood in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Las Olas Boulevard and Dania Pointe are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Lauderdale Beach and Lauderdale by the Sea Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bonnet House Museum and Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Chase Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.

Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL

What's nearby

Lauderdale by the Sea Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Fort Lauderdale Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Anglins Fishing Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Las Olas Beach - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
Las Olas Boulevard - 12 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

Fort Lauderdale Cypress Creek Station - 9 min drive
Hollywood International Airport (FLL) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪Aruba Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
‪Mulligan’s Beach House Bar & Grill Lauderdale-By-Sea - ‬10 min walk
‪BurgerFi - ‬8 min walk
‪Umberto's Restaurant & Pizza - ‬16 min walk
‪Kaluz Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center have a pool?

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

Is Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage, pool, walking to the beach & Lauderdale by the Sea Center located?

This family-friendly Lauderdale-by-the-Sea apartment building is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Lauderdale by the Sea Beach and Fort Lauderdale Beach. Gold Coast Scuba and Anglins Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes.

8.6

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

28 December 2024

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

Excellent value

Hosts were very easy to communicate with, very quick to answer any question. I would highly recommended this property location is within walking distance to grocery stores and beach. The pool was heated perfectly. The pool, yard, and unit , all very very clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline f.

13 May 2024

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

This is a great stay for the price!

Great location, nice pool, excellent host. This is a great stay, It is older, and the air conditioning system could use an update, but that is reflected in the rate. The host was available and great to deal with! We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Scott C.

30 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Business and Personal

Great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

8 May 2024

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

Relaxing Short Stay

We loved this apartment. It is quiet and in a great location, and the outdoor pool area is relaxing. Although there is no central air, the AC unit has cooled down the entire place well. The bed is comfortable, and there is a smart TV with good internet. We enjoyed eating at the Tiki in the pool area. It's a few blocks from the beach. Perfect for us. We will be back for sure

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G., East Longmeadow

4 June 2022

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

Great stay

This is the second time booking with this host. Communication was excellent, check in and out was very easy. We will be back next year!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

10 December 2020

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

Great location, clean and as stated.

We stayed at the property next door, as this one was not available during our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriya Z.

24 July 2015

perfect vacation !

this home was really like your own home,kitchen has evrythink,small refrigerator for beverage and big for food.we catch crabs and fish on the our deck.make barbecue .sweeming pool is clean and inoff big.property not new,but evrythink is in good condition.location is near of shops and restorants.i can complain only about beach(to match grass).but cottage whe are I stay was wonderful !tnks for management and special for Sabrina!

8/10 Good

Jeff C.

5 August 2019

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

As Expected...Great Location and Pool

Super fast responses from property manager every time. Grounds crew and maintenance were very responsive and great as well. Wireless internet worked very well with nearly zero downtime. Pool is nice! Pretty much as expected. Only a few minor issues for our 2+ month long stay.

Stayed 73 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Christina W.

13 January 2025

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

Nice Get - A - Way

This small duplex was clean, well stocked, and a short walk to the beach & several places to eat. Also, a short drive to grocery, drug store, airport & other shops. I liked that the area is not too touristy or congested. It was nice to have the use of beach towels and chairs. Very easy to access and good parking off the street. We didn't use the grill & the patio tables & chairs were all in use by other tenants.I wasn't impressed with the intercostal. The water is very littered with trash & debris. Of course, this is no fault of the owners. Our courtyard area was secluded with no view. We had to open a make shift fence (I didn't see a gate) to get to the pool. We were able to push our way through at the corner. We did enjoy watching the iguana very much! Very interesting creatures!There was a maintenance issue with the bathroom sink that I addressed with the hosts when we left and they assured me it would be taken care of. We used the kitchen sink instead. The cooling unit in the bedroom was very noisy, but cooled well. The unit was a nice temp & we never adjusted it at all. The decor is a bit dated, but clean. The appliances worked well. Nice place to stay if you don't need a view or any frills. The pool water was very clean/warm. The shower is nice.The bed is comfy. The neighborhood is quiet, clean & well maintained. Good walkability. The beaches are very nice & we ate lots of great food nearby! Easy check in/out! Beautiful weather!!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

jerry r.

3 May 2018

Not as described at all

No view. No dishwasher or disposal. Bathroom door would not close. All vertical blinds with many slats missing. No end tables in living room. We had to access shared pool thru a fence. We didn’t know we were getting a condo attached to the one shown on the VRBO description. Very noisy window air conditioning. Very disappointing. However, there was a nice walk to the beach and a little center of restaurants and outdoor area.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ingela K., Mantorp, Sweden

21 September 2020

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

Lovely little duplex

This little house is absolutely perfect !! Its very clean and exactly as stated in the listing, the location is great and we loved the pool and patio in the evenings ! This is a very cute little house and we will stay here again I am sure !! Everything worked as it should and we´re glad we found this place ! The manager Sabrina is very nice and easy to get in contact with. We recommend everyone to stay here !!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Cindy D.

19 December 2019

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

November stay

This property looks much nicer in pictures. It is ready for a bulldozer. It did have plenty of hot water, and all the old appliances did work. There were broken windows and a ripped screen; broken blinds and an off kilter door. The smoke detector battery was dead. The AC unit in the living room was dirty and moldy. The kitchen faucet would only spray, not stream. The internet connection wasn’t that great. The pool area was ok. Tiki hut was ok too. The general condition of everything was old and tired. I would not recommend staying here.

Stayed 35 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Kimberly S.

3 October 2018

Great

Stayed here for several months while relocating to Florida. Great location. Easy walk to beach, restaurants, and bars. Private yard for dog and a pool were a plus.

Stayed 85 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

hilde d.

25 May 2017

Excellent location and all amenities I wanted; owner very responsive.

This modest 1 bedroom apartment is part of a duplex with a shared private pool and excellent location on the waterway and only blocks from the beach. Everything was clean and in order. Small kitchen, but well appointed and stocked with dishes, silverware and cookware. Owner was very responsive when we had questions. The larger 3 bedroom unit was vacant during our stay, which allowed unlimited access to the backyard and large pool. I would rent again if given the opportunity!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO A.

22 August 2016

Romantic cottage in upscale resort town

Located in a high-end residential area of the upscale resort town of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, the cottage gives an immediate relaxed vacation feeling, and in a safe environment, just a short walking distance (2 blocks) from the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and only few blocks from the waterfront restaurants and entertainment around Anglin’s Square and the famous pier. The 1-bedroom cottage is beautifully decorated with original antiques, the kitchen is fully equipped , and the living amazingly relaxing and lounge-style. The cottage is connected to the neighboring larger villa (where we spent 3 weeks after checking out from this amazing cottage) with which the tiki bar, outdoor heated pool and deck is shared, so that al these facilities can be enjoyed as well while, for those wishing to stay more private, the green backyard displays 2 sun chairs. The a/c works well and the wifi signal is perfect, so in case you stay in town on business, like we did, you can rely on the fastest internet connection whether for a skype conf or for watching a movie. Mrs. Sabrina Montemerani, the property manager, provided an outstanding customer service, blending the skills and competence of a seasoned travel agent with those of a highly-professional real estate agent.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Drew D.

10 May 2016

Great Stay

Great location near the beach. The place was clean and well equipped for everything we needed. The pool was fantastic on a very quiet canal. Great time for 3 weeks in Fort Lauderdale. I would stay here again.

Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tricia P.

15 January 2015

Lovely Villa in perfect location

Villa Hibiscus is a lovely villa in a quiet street, 5 minutes walk to the beach and 10 minutes walk to Anglin Square bars and restaurants. The pool is beautiful, as is the seating / eating area overlooking the Intracoastal. The villa has plenty of space for 2 people, with a large bedroom and walk in closet. It is well equipped with cooking utensils (including a kettle for those of us who drink tea!), a large fridge, loads of towels, beach and bath, and a good hairdryer ( not one of those useless ones attached to the wall). Our only minor criticism is that the bathroom could do with updating and it would be good to have a room safe for passports, valuables etc. You share the pool and outside space with Unit A next door, and this property has 3 bedrooms, so depending on the time of year, you are likely to be sharing with a family. Sabrina, the manager, and all the other staff we met, were extremely helpful and went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and vey enjoyable. We will definitely be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Fred K.

15 May 2014

Great Location

The unit is located two short blocks from the nearest beach access and about three blocks from the intersection of Commercial and Ocean, the hub of local restaurants and shops. This is useful since parking is metered and limited near the shore. The pictures are generally accurate, though the unit has a bit more wear and tear. The kitchen is well-furnished and there are plenty of towels, both for the bath and the beach. We especially liked the seating next to the canal. The unit is a rental and is not owner occupied. Communication is via a management company, not the owner. The internet access rarely ever worked. The Apple devices displayed a strong WIFI signal icon, but the apps could not reach the internet. So we depended on Starbucks. As per contract, the pool was not serviced during the stay, so after the first day or so, the pool was too dirty to use. Or at least, the debris floating in it made it uninviting. The only serious concern was the lack of a working smoke detector. A new one was in the closet in its original packaging.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina M.

6 May 2014

pleased with our stay at Villa Zanzibar

We are always very pleased with our stay at Villa Zanzibar. The quiet environment and peaceful setting is just the right for a weekend getaway or a long time vacation. Thanks!.

About the host

Hosted by Sabrina Montemerani

Owners have valid licenses with State of Florida, Broward County Tourist Development & City of Fort Lauderdale.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish, Swedish

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