With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Melbourne, within a 10-minute drive of Florida Institute of Technology and Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens. .This apartment is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Cocoa Beach and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from USSSA Space Coast Complex.
Holmes Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
The Maxwell C. King Center - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
Florida Institute of Technology - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
Melbourne Square Mall - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
Getting around
Melbourne Orlando Intl. Airport (MLB) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Squid Lips - 10 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 11 min walk
7 Brew Coffee - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Melbourne Waterfront - 2 Bed 2 Bath - Entire Apartment
Watch the sunrise in this charming two bed, two bath upstairs suite overlooking the Indian River Lagoon. Featuring two king bedrooms, a spacious living area, two bathrooms, fully stocked kitchen and more. The Ballard Estate is a historic, century old, riverfront home situated in a quiet neighborhood with breathtaking views. Access to our private docks, outdoor living areas, kayaks and a garden gazebo means you won’t need to venture off the property to take in all the natural beauty this area has to offer. Must use stairs to access suite. No elevator on site.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Andrew, Brian or KC
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Katherine D.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
St. Patrick’s Day trip.
This is a lovely historic home with a lot of room! Its location is ideal as you can walk to nice restaurants and bars. We loved sitting and reading at the little beach as well. Easy access to beaches along A1A. Very clean and well organized.
Katherine D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
24 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding location, immaculate property
Really beautiful property on the water. It's located in a quiet and safe neighborhood. I was traveling alone and felt very safe on the property as well as running in the surrounding area. The other folks I ran into onsite were kind and friendly. The property manager was very responsive and communication was seamless. The building is a historical site so the walls are thin and you can hear you neighbors, but it's also really charming with a gorgeous view. So, my recommendation is rather than miss out, pack some earbuds/earplugs if the noise is going to bother you. I had a terrific experience and am looking forward to coming back.
Julie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve B.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful old mansion, spectacular location
Beautiful property on a beautiful waterfront site. The house is very handsome if showing its age a bit in spots, everything was clean and functioning (although it would be nice to be able to open a few windows-but that is my only complaint). The little arts district an easy walk away features some nice shopping, great coffee and several nice places to eat/drink. I highly recommend this place!
Steve B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
25 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic location
Second stay at the Ballard House and I know I will be back. Great location in EGAD and I can’t say enough about the lagoon front location. The units are well appointed and super comfortable beds. I like to sleep in on vacation and I get a great night sleep here.
Beth B.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Patrick S., Key West, Florida
2 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Noisy neighbors
Property managers and property great, people downstairs no so great. Lots of noise and multiple parking problems. Amplified rap
Music in back yard. People in detached unit took over that side of yard.Property manager did their best to deal with it. Just beware that you will not be alone when renting here.
Patrick S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne S.
6 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful Estate.
I love how they have preserved the elegant charm of this 100 year old Estate. The lush flowers and trees as you drive to the Estate and all around the Estate was just beautiful. One thing I would recommend Is to maybe bring an extension cord or power strip as it is a very old home so outlets are few and far between and it seems now everything needs charged and let’s throw in a Cpap. But we survived without one but would suggest it specially if you have the Cpap. I will 100% stay here again when I am back to Melbourne.
Suzanne S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzie S., Palo Cedro, california
4 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Relaxing stay
We came with our family of four for a short waterfront visit to the Melbourne area. The rooms were set up well, the beds comfortable and all our needs were met. The hosts have it down and seem to have everything pulled together. They have other properties too. The highlight of our trip was seeing the dolphins and the manatees from the dock. We will come for a visit again hopefully sooner than later.
Suzie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Karoline R.
29 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Would go again
Karoline R.
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L.
22 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Apartment was very clean, well stocked and beautiful. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous and the location was perfect. Would def stay again.
Kristen L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
8/10 Good
Dean J.
16 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
You should go
Great experience! We will go back again.
Dean J.
10/10 Excellent
Laura V.
13 Apr 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property with classic “old Florida” charm.
Great experience. Loved watching the dolphins from the dock.
Laura V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ken K., Denver Colorado
28 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We loved the uniqueness of this historic property. The owner and manager were quick to answer our questions and needs. There are just a couple of things we missed not having and that was a dishwasher, garbage disposal, bathroom curtain, and a dresser or armoir in the bedrooms. Some hangers were provided but only in one closet. Laundry facilities on site, grocery store and gas station nearby. Enjoyed seeing dolphin, manatee, and a variety of birds each morning. Simply beautiful and would definitely book again!
Ken K.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
8/10 Good
Marc B., Carignan, Québec, Canada
5 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Maison historique bien située!
Pour les amateurs de vieilles maisons, vous serez servis. Maison plus de 100 ans...avec ses beautés et ses imperfections! Quartier très tranquille dans un secteur résidentiel. Avons vu de magnifiques levers de soleil sur l’eau, des dauphins se promenant tout près du quai. De toute beauté. Avons eu à contacter Andy pour de petits problèmes qui ont été rapidement pris en charge. Merci pour le séjour!
Marc B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
4 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Sunny Point- Great Sunrises
Property was clean and well kept. Property manager was very accommodating. The water views and sunrises were stunning!