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Come SUMMER with Us! Heated Pool, Spa @ the Beach. Sweet Retreat w/2 Balconies

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Exterior
TV, DVD player, video library
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6119 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Place, Lori Wilson Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, I Dream Of Jeannie Lane
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cocoa Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, FL (MLB-Orlando Melbourne Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Come SUMMER with Us! Heated Pool, Spa @ the Beach. Sweet Retreat w/2 Balconies

Simply drop your bags and hit the surf at Sandcastles, Cocoa Beach! Our remodeled beach retreat is just the ticket for family fun and relaxation.

Sandcastles #216 is a spacious 2br/2ba 1286 sf condo in a beachfront condominium complex near downtown Cocoa Beach. This updated unit sleeps up to 6 persons and is family-friendly and pet-friendly, permitting one dog under 30 pounds per reservation for no additional fee. The two separate private balconies make it feel more like a house than a condo: The sunny south-facing balcony offers warmth year~round and a side view of the ocean (see photos), while the west-facing balcony invites you to enjoy spectacular sunsets every evening. Sandcastles is right on the beach w/direct beach access, heated pool and spa, free parking, and a tennis / pickle ball court. Leave your worries behind with hassle-free, contactless check-in, free cable, fast, reliable wi~fi , and all the amenities of home...but BETTER!

The space:

The living room features leather recliners, queen sofa bed and a Samsung 43" TV with cable, DVD library and player. The remodeled kitchen is very well outfitted with all the utensils and cookware you will need to prepare meals and entertain. The dining table offers seating for 6 and there is also a counter~height bar with additional stool seating for 2. The carpeted main bedroom is furnished with a luxurious Sealy king~size bed (ALL mattresses new 01/24), a 45" Samsung HDTV w/cable, walk-in closet, and bath featuring a remodeled tile step-in shower with grab safety bars.

Bedroom 2 offers a queen-size bed and a twin bed, a tv with cable and DVD player, and hall bath with tub. You will find toilet paper, and all paper goods provided, plus extra pillows, towels, blankets, an iron and ironing board, hairdryers, a Pak n Play crib, a high chair, bath seat, beach chairs, toys & coolers, boogie boards, beach towels, as well as a collection of games and puzzles for some indoor fun. The in-unit laundry room features a washer, dryer and detergents.

Guest access:

Sandcastles is one of Cocoa Beach's premier oceanfront properties and one of only 2 short-term rental condo complexes within walking distance to quaint Downtown Cocoa Beach. When you arrive, you will be staying in the building to your right (South building). Lot parking is FREE for one or more guest cars at Sandcastles. There is an elevator at the West corner of the building closest to the parking lot. Enjoy contactless check-in. Your Host will provide you with a custom code to access the front door's keypad entry. There are 2 common area keys inside the unit to access the pool deck, beach gate and tennis court. There are also shopping carts inside the 1st floor stairwells, which can prove helpful when arriving/departing and for returning from grocery shopping.

This complex offers private beach access just steps from its sparkling heated pool and spa, 2 outdoor showers, plentiful free parking, an elevator and garbage shoot convenient to the unit, use of a bbq grill, tennis court, and an on-site manager.

Watch SpaceX and NASA rocket launches from our beach! Sandcastles is located close to family and fine dining, the Cocoa Beach Pier, Publix, Ron Jons Surf Shop, nightlife, mini-golf, go-carts, bike and river watercraft rentals, and the fitness center across the street offers discounted day passes to Sandcastles guests (inquire at Cocoa Beach Health & Fitness' front desk). Sandcastles is less than a mile from downtown Cocoa Beach, and Port Canaveral is about a 15 minute drive north. Kennedy Space Center is about 25 minutes, the Orlando and Melbourne airports are less than an hour away, and Disneyland, Universal Studios and the theme parks are about a 1.5 hour drive. Cocoa Beach is so convenient to so much!

Other items to note:

**Need to make a reservation for a check-in TODAY??? Please submit an Inquiry to your Host BEFORE DOING "INSTANT BOOK" if you are requesting a same-night check-in, as VRBO does not make that same-day booking option available on its calendar. However, your Host has the ability to send you an adjusted quote reflecting a same-night check-in for a last minute arrival. Easy~Peasy!

There is a default 4-night minimum on most stays throughout the year. (We will accept 1-3 night bookings to fill in shorter open windows on calendar between larger bookings. Our calendar is always updated to reflect shorter stay availability.)

*January-mid-March* we will honor stays up to 28 nights. Stays longer than 14 nights will be entitled to a discount. Please inquire with your host for a special quote before booking over 14 nights.

Our heated pool and jacuzzi hours are 9:30am-10:00pm throughout the year. (Note: Any necessary closure of the pool and/or jacuzzi due to cold winter temperatures or unforeseen mechanical failure or contamination is beyond the control of the Host, and would not entitle Guest to a cancellation or refund.)

Booking guest may have one dog under 30 lb. Stay with them In the unit. Sandcastles is a pet-friendly complex with dog walking stations and baggy dispensers and receptacles.

Contactless check-in w/keypad lock.

Free parking.

Check-in: 4:00 pm; Check-out: 11:00 am. These hours are fairly firm, as Unit #216 is booked solid most of the year, meaning someone will likely be checking out the morning of your arrival, so housekeeping will arrive by 11:30 and will need adequate time to properly clean and sanitize the unit between guests. If you would like early check-in, ask your Host in advance, and she will notify you a few days out of your arrival date if early check-in is possible, or if you may collect common area key before check-in time, in order to use the pool or access beach gate.

Booking Guest must be at least 25 years of age and one of the overnight Guests staying at the property during the reservation period. If the Booking Guest should depart early, leaving behind others in his/her party to check-out last, it is the Booking Guest's responsibility to see to it that those checking out last read the House Rules/Rental Agreement posted in the house and agree to adhere to the short check-out items listed, and the check-out time of 11:00 am. Housekeeping generally arrives by 11:15. If housekeeping arrives and guests have made no effort to depart with their belongings by 11:45, a late check-out fee of $60 will be incurred by the Booking Guest to cover an additional cleaner to help ready the unit before next guests arrive that afternoon.

Release and Liability:  The Owner/Owner Representative will not be liable for any damage, illness or injury to Guest, or any other person or pet in their party, or loss or damage of any property, occurring on or in the premises, or in common areas.

Cancellation policy:
*100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in
*50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel atleast 14 days before check-in
*No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in
Keep in mind that--except in the case of a local evacuation, an approaching hurricane, or an emergency order declaration--Guest will not be entitled to a refund should they choose to cancel or shorten their stay during the stay or within 14 days of the arrival date. The cancellation of an event at the Guest's destination (ballgames, rocket launches) or flight cancellation does not entitle Guest to a refund should they choose to cancel their reservation with us within 14 days of the arrival date. **YOUR HOST RECOMMENDS THAT ALL GUESTS PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE TO COVER THEIR TRIP.**
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from I Dream Of Jeannie Lane. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washer/dryer and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a lift
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Cocoa Beach and 7 minutes from Cocoa Beach Pier
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
Come SUMMER with Us! Heated Pool, Spa @ the Beach. Sweet Retreat w/2 Balconies offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. The family-friendly Come SUMMER with Us! Heated Pool, Spa @ the Beach. Sweet Retreat w/2 Balconies also features barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and a lift.

This Cocoa Beach condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet
  • Off-leash area

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Grab bar in shower
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Ashtrays provided for outdoor smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,286 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The maximum overnight occupancy is no more than 6 persons. Reservations consisting of more than 6 overnight Guests will be cancelled.
Travelers are required to review and acknowledge these before they book. (Owner has provided VRBO a pdf of Rules to provide to Guests.)
Owner won't be liable for damage, illness or injury to Guest or any other person or pet, or property loss, occurring in or around the premises.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Ashtrays provided for outdoor smoking

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

NEW Sunny Retreat Sandcastles 2 Balconies Well stocked Kitchen
Remodeled Sunny Retreat 2 Balconies Sandcastles Beach Condo
Remodeled Sunny Retreat 2 Balconies Sandcastles Beach

Come SUMMER with Us! Heated Pool, Spa @ the Beach. Sweet Retreat w/2 Balconies Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and condo has everything you would need. Beach was fantastic and this time of year was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy booking process, well equipped condo and responsive owner to all questions. Walk to beach in minutes. Nice and deep heated pool with hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful spot for a family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Great stay for the night before we embarked

Enjoyed our stay. Suzie was very informative and prompt to answer questions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Great Place

Great place to stay prior to our cruise we will be back…
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Wknd trip

Great property and location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Family vacay

Great property and host!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel K.

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

Amazing Condo

Wonderful place for my family. Property listing very accurate. Property owner was super helpful in updating us with food recommendations, nearby activities, and had fast responses. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

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

Paradise!

From pulling in the first day to departing 7 days later, everything was perfect!! The room was perfect for the 6 of us and had everything you would need for a perfect beach stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susie’s place is amazing! We loved the location right across from the beach. It was clean, comfortable, and the kitchen was super well stocked. We also appreciated all of the beach chairs and toys and boogie boards. We would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Awesome Vacation!!

A great experience from start to finish! Excellent property. We had a wonderful time and we're looking forward to booking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Awesome Stay

Thank you for the great stay. The Condo was very clean, and as promised. My Family and I had a great stay an look forward to staying again someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens R.

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

Very nice appartment in a fantastic location

All was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia S.

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

Great location and as described

This was a wonderful place to stay. The condo was just as described and a mere steps from a pool and a beach. Check-in was easy, communication was clear, and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SuzyYour place was wonderful !!!You have everything just so niceThank You
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

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

Great spot on Cocoa Beach, great host.

Just as advertised, fully stocked with dishes and beach towels and other handy beach items. Considerate host... just what my kids and we’re looking for. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Family vacation

Wonderful location. Loved that the pool was heated and the condo felt just like home. Wonderful memories with the grandkids
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giorgio G.

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

Cocoa beach

We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay! The apartment is not huge, but the layout is such that our two families of 3 felt like we had plenty of space. The closet full of goodies for the beach was fantastically equipped! And when my 18-year old daughter left her beloved headphones (!) at the apartment, Suzy went out of her way to get them back to us. The beach access and beach itself was better than we imagined! The pool and jacuzzi were the only parts that did not match our expectations, but they are adequate. The pool also closed for cold weather at the end of our stay, which seemed unexpected for a place that never gets close to freezing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C C.

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

Great getaway

Suzy’s property was awesome. Clean, comfortable and right on the beach. She was there at check in and so kind!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Fantastic Condo!

Everything was perfect with the condo! Everything we needed was provided!!! Suzy was a fabulous hostess and provided great suggestions for meals and even gave us a heads up on a rocket launch while we were there! Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

TIMOTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It’s a nice property in a pretty good location with direct beach access. It’s a little dated and could use new carpeting in bedrooms. Suzy was very good communicating with me on check in and the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Beautiful condo and amazing host

The condo was better than advertised and impeccably clean. The host was extraordinarily helpful and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

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

Christmas Break Trip

Wonderful condo! Plenty of beach and pool toys and chairs plus lots of beach towels. The kitchen was awesomely equipped, had everything we needed. Host answered all of our questions in a timely manner. Will definitely book again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith W.

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

Great escape!

This was a fantastic property full of extras! The host was easy to communicate with and provided a lot. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023