Private backyard pool oasis..15 min to ocean!
Guest rating: 3.7 / 5
Overview
This is a private vacation home in the Vero Beach South neighborhood of Florida Ridge, centered around a fenced backyard pool oasis. The property emphasizes privacy and serenity, with lush foliage screening the yard from neighboring homes, and it is positioned roughly 15 minutes from area beaches. It functions as a self-catering house rental rather than a traditional hotel, suited to guests wanting a home base rather than a full-service resort.
Rooms & Layout
The home offers 2 bedrooms plus additional sleeping space in a semi-private sunroom with a futon and a twin pullout in the living room, along with 2 full bathrooms. This layout can comfortably spread out a group or family, though guests should note the futon area has been reported to lack extra bedding or pillows on occasion.
Amenities & Recreation
Standout features include a private outdoor pool with lounge chairs, a fully fenced backyard for pets, a fully stocked kitchen with oven, stove, and microwave, and a washer and dryer described as brand new. The home is smoke-free and pet-friendly, and also includes air conditioning, heating, cable TV, a patio, free on-site parking, and paid Wi-Fi.
Location & Surroundings
The home sits in a quiet residential pocket of Vero Beach South, within reach of Vero Beach Community Center Park, Vista Plantation Golf Club, Vero Beach Outlets, Fort Pierce Shopping Center, the Old Vero Man Museum, and Vero Train Station. Vero Beach Regional Airport is the closest airport at roughly 4.7 km away, with Melbourne Orlando International Airport and Witham Field both about an hour's drive further out.
Best for
This property suits families, groups, and pet owners seeking a private, self-catered home base with a pool and fenced yard rather than a hotel room. It's also a good fit for travelers attending events near Vero Beach, such as spring training baseball, given its residential location and proximity to shopping, golf, and the beach.
Travel tips
Vero Beach Regional Airport is the nearest airport at under 5 km away, making it the most convenient arrival point, while Melbourne Orlando International Airport and Witham Field are each roughly an hour's drive. Since this is a house rental in a residential neighborhood, a car is recommended for reaching beaches (about 15 minutes away), Vero Beach Outlets, and Fort Pierce Shopping Center. Guests planning to use the pool may want to confirm its cleaning schedule in advance given past guest comments.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the home's convenient location, particularly for those attending events like spring training at Jackie Robinson Complex, and appreciate the space provided across the bedrooms and additional sleeping areas. However, recurring concerns include the pool's cleanliness and chemical upkeep, a shortage of extra bedding and pillows for the futon sleeping space, and slow or inconsistent communication from the owner. Some guests also noted the home appeared to be undergoing updates during their stay, per neighbor feedback.
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