About La Joya
Enjoy your vacation at a tropical oasis! Swim year-round in a luxurious heated pool & relax in a hot tub. Explore orchid-lined paths beneath the canopy of a giant banyan tree. Enjoy ample space in this 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in a prime location & zone only minutes from the ocean, best restaurants, Fort Lauderdale Beach, Wilton Dr, Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l Airport FLL, Las Olas, Broward Center for Performing Arts & more South Florida outdoor amenities. We offer green level-2 EV charging.
Why La Joya
La Joya Tropical Oasis is a traditional "old Florida" style house built in 1946. In fact, our home was one of the very first to be built in our neighborhood. Over the years, La Joya has been upgraded and remodeled and now features the modern conveniences you would find in a new home. Our living space includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, spacious kitchen, living room, and dining room.
In Spanish, "la joya" means "the jewel." We think the name fits our little slice of paradise. Without a doubt, our biggest source of pride is the lush tropical vibe we have created in our garden (with the help of Mother Nature, of course). We work tirelessly to offer a unique experience that makes you feel as if you stumbled upon a secret garden, centered on our large swimming pool and the many species of palm trees and other tropical plants encircling it.
House Layout
Our home blends the best of contemporary and traditional houses. The floor plan is L-shaped, with the entry, living room, dining room, and kitchen as you enter, and the two bedrooms with bath beyond. Hardwood floors extend throughout, except for tile flooring in the bathrooms. The rental unit is entirely separated from the owner and host areas by French doors, locking on both sides.
Pool & Lanai🏝️
The backyard offers a large secluded pool surrounded by trees, tropical flowers & plants. Travertine pool decking surrounds the pool and hosts an outdoor dining area and sun loungers. Attached to the house is a covered lanai with an outdoor seating area and four-person hot tub.
The pool is heated for year-round enjoyment. Water temperature is permanently set to a minimum of 83 degrees.
Kitchen 🍳
Stainless-steel appliances, granite counter tops, 12-cup drip coffee maker & Keurig machine, toaster, microwave, and second refrigerator/freezer. The kitchen includes basic pots and pans, dishes, glasses, coffee mugs, and cooking utensils.
Living Room🛋️
Standard-size fabric covered sofa & matching ottoman, leather arm chair, and wall-mounted Roku TV with available streaming services if you subscribe.
Bedrooms 😴
First Bedroom - Includes queen-size bed, 32” wall-mounted TV with Roku (streaming services available), small desk & chair, and shelving unit for storage. This room also includes a standard closet.
Second Bedroom - Is currently under renovation to be completed by Jan 2025. This room is located next door to the 1st bedroom and will include a queen size bed, smart TV and chest or bureau for storage.
All bedrooms include:
✅100% cotton hotel-quality bedding.
✅Individual climate control via window/wall AC units.
✅Room-darkening plantation-style blinds.
✅Clean towels & washcloths on arrival
Location & Neighborhood
Our tropical oasis is located in the South Middle River neighborhood of central Fort Lauderdale. This urban enclave is locally famous for neighborhood forests and the wild peafowl that adorn the streets. South Middle River is an extremely diverse neighborhood comprised of long-time South Florida residents, members of the LGBTQ community, out-of-state transplants to Florida, as well as immigrants from the Caribbean and beyond. La Joya lies within easy biking distance to the shops, restaurants and nightlife found along "The Drive" in Wilton Manors. A walk to Wilton Manors would take approximately 30 minutes.
Guests will appreciate our central location. The azure blue waters of Fort Lauderdale's world-class beaches beckon visitors approximately 4 miles to the east. Interstate 95 lies roughly 2 miles to the west, with Oakland Park and Wilton Manors approximately 1.5 miles to the north and northeast, and downtown Fort Lauderdale 2 miles to the south. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is approximately 20 minutes south. Downtown Fort Lauderdale also hosts a station for the Brightline intercity train service, an excellent way to travel between the downtowns of Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Miami. Brightline now also connects metro South Florida to the Orlando airport area.
Exclusive Guest Use
This two bedroom one bath rental unit is separated from the owner host's living space by a set of French doors which locks fully on both sides for everyone's privacy.
Host Access
Your privacy is always a top priority while maintaining the grounds of a 5-star property. To those ends, the owner / host is on-site in an adjoining living area which utilizes a separate entrance thru the courtyard & via the east gate on the property. The eastern edge of the property between the house and fence as well as the southernmost portions of the lot are reserved for owner / host use and for routine maintenance operations. These areas are separated from the house and pool area by bamboo privacy fencing.
Interaction with Guests
Upon initial arrival, we strive to welcome our guests personally whenever possible. We understand this is not always feasible so we also offer self check-in under those circumstances. Based on our past experience, taking the time to personally greet our guests seems to work best in order to answer questions and to provide access.
We have 2 small mixed-breed dogs. When outside, guests might encounter them while in a common area. The dogs are never allowed to roam freely nor are they ever allowed to enter the private guest suite.
Other Things to Note
Cancellation/Refund Policies:
We always uphold our cancellation policies as we incur costs on regardless of if a guest shows up or not, which is why we have our cancellation policy as it is shown on the listing. Whenever we travel, we always opt for travel insurance. We suggest travel insurance from either the booking platform or externally so neither of us have to worry if anything disrupts your trip.
Early Check-In/Late Check-Out:
We are happy to accommodate early arrivals and late departures when we can, however, we cannot grant them earlier than 24 hours in advance because they are based on availability, and if another guest is checking out or in on that same day. Early Check-In/Late Check-Out are subject to additional fees.
For the primary individual listed on the reservation, a valid photo ID must be presented at check-in and an external rental agreement will need to be signed after booking.
Credentials and Awards
We work diligently to ensure all guests enjoy an excellent experience. When questions or issues arise, we address them quickly and thoroughly. This is reflected in the recognitions we have earned and continue to maintain from the major vacation rental sites:
Airbnb "Guest Favorite" as of Dec 2024
Airbnb "Super Host" status as of Dec 2024
VRBO "Premier Listing" status as of March 2024
