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Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Deck | Perfect

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Winter Haven, Fl
  • Place, Winter Haven Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chain of Lakes Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® Florida
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Winter Haven

With a stay at this vacation home in Winter Haven, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of LEGOLAND® Florida and Winter Haven Public Library. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Winter Haven City Tennis Center and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Winter Haven Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Winter Haven Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Indigo's Family Fun Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Theatre Winter Haven - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Chain of Lakes Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® Florida - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Winter Haven Station - 8 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pabili Asian Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Deck | Perfect

Escape to Emerald Anchor – Your Ultimate Lakefront Getaway in Winter Haven!



Welcome to Emerald Anchor Escape, a spacious 6-bedroom retreat on the shores of Lake Howard, designed for unforgettable moments with family and friends. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, this lakefront gem offers the perfect balance of comfort, fun, and relaxation.

Holiday planning? Get in the spirit & celebrate the holiday with the exciting boat parade happening dockside at our home on Dec. 6th!



Spacious & Thoughtfully Designed Accommodations

The main house features five cozy bedrooms:



Downstairs: Two bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom for added privacy.



Upstairs: Three additional bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The queen bedroom connects to an adjoining small room with twin beds—perfect for parents traveling with little ones.



Outside of main home in pool house - For added privacy, the pool house serves as a sixth bedroom. It includes a sleeping area for two (trundle bed), a full bathroom, and a convenient kitchenette—ideal for extended family or couples.



Comfortable Living & Entertaining Spaces

Inside, bright and cheerful spaces set the scene for memory-making. Enjoy morning coffee in the sunroom with sunrise views, or head upstairs to the playroom—stocked with games, books, and table tennis. Keep an eye out for fun touches like Scooby Doo and the Dalmatians welcoming you at the top of the stairs!



Outdoor Fun & Relaxation

Step outside to a private year-round heated pool, surrounded by:



A covered patio with dining area & outdoor seating options



A propane grill for family cookouts



An outdoor Smart TV for movie nights or sports & games to choose from & exercise equipment



A fire pit perfect for evening s’mores and stories



Across the street, enjoy exclusive access to a private dock on Lake Howard. A public boat ramp is less than a mile away—bring your own boat or rent one to explore the scenic Chain of Lakes, ideal for boating, skiing, or fishing.



Pool Heat Info:

Pool heating is available upon request at $35/day (4-day minimum). For week-long stays, the total is $210. After 7 nights, heating is $20 per additional night. Temperature is maintained at 83°F, though heating may be affected by weather. Any concerns will be communicated by management.



NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited.



Location Highlights

While you might never want to leave, Emerald Anchor is perfectly situated:



6 miles to Legoland



33 miles to Walt Disney World



Just over 70 miles to St. Petersburg & Clearwater Beaches – great for a day trip!



Minutes to Downtown Winter Haven, where you’ll find:



Local dining, boutique shopping, and art



Grove Roots Brewing Co. – a must-visit for citrus-inspired craft beers



Quaint antique shops and mural-filled alleyways



**NOTE: Full-time Residents are On-Site in Guest Home & Main driveway on West side of the property is not for guest parking.



Key Residence Features:

- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, 4 flat-screen Smart TVs, table tennis, propane gas grill on the patio, fire pit, washer/dryer, air conditioning, hair dryer and more!



**ABOUT THE HOME**



MAIN FLOOR

- Sunroom that doubles as a sitting area or dining area in front of home with views of Lake Howard

- Living area with sectional sofa, 2 electric lounge chairs, electric fireplace & Smart TV

- Large dining table with seating for 8

- Private office/workspace

- Gourmet kitchen with butcher block island & all cooking essentials for your stay

- Bedroom 1 (Queen bedroom on first floor facing lake with en-suite bath & walk-in shower with grab rails, accent chair - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 2 (Queen bedroom on first floor with en-suite tub/shower and is also used as shared guest bathroom downstairs - sleeps 2)

Upstairs:

- Bedroom 3 (King bedroom facing lake - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 4 (King bedroom overlooking the pool - sleeps 2)

- Bedroom 5 (Queen bedroom with small adjoining room with 2 Twin beds best suited for children only - sleeps 4)

- Bathroom with bathtub/shower, sink & toilet shared for Bedrooms 3, 4 & 5



POOL HOUSE (Outside Main Home Next to Pool):

- Bedroom 6 (Trundle bed with 2 Twin beds, Smart TV - sleeps 2)

- Bathroom with Walk-in shower, sink & toilet (Shared pool house bathroom.)



Outside:

-Covered screened-in patio area with outdoor patio table and (6) six chairs and fire pit area with seating for (6) six

- Patio has protective gates for guests to use

- Life jackets & kayak oars stored in outdoor closet next to outdoor dining table

-Dock for enjoying boating, swimming, fishing or just relaxing

-Outdoor dining with seating for (6) & fire pit area with seating for (6)

NOTE: Please be advised: For your safety and security, exterior video surveillance (driveway & front porch) and noise monitoring are in use. Tampering is prohibited.

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Book your stay today with confidence! We are iTrip - Lakes of Central Florida; a professional short-term rental property management company in central Florida. We have hosted over 3000 great stays with an average guest review score of 4.9 out of 5!



Extended Stays - Any reservation exceeding 30 nights will be required to pay an additional cleaning fee each month that the stay extends. Cleaning will be coordinated with the management team. The additional cost will be added to your reservation after confirmation.

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Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, table tennis, and fishing on site. Recreational activities include motor boating on site and water skiing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Motor boating
  • Table tennis
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,873 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

15198

Lakefront Retreat at 6BR Escape w/ Heated Pool | Private Dock | Game Room | Deck | Perfect Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chau P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice pool house

Conveniently located not far from downtown, nice big pool, beautiful lake view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A unique property

This house is eclectic, with unique bedrooms and decor. Our grandkids range from 6 to 15 and all were excited to stay there. The only real issue was that the pool turned green during our stay (pollen likely contributed). The response to my call was prompt and addressed the problem although the water stayed cloudy for the entire stay.We enjoyed our stay and would certainly return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Life saver

It was my son’s wedding and because life happens fast I waited too long to find a place close to the venue that accommodated my 14 peeps. I found this beautiful house that fit all of us. It was beautiful! Thank you for having us and saving the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025