Tropical oasis with heated pool & hot tub near Wilton Manors

Welcome to La Joya Oasis!

Getaway to a lush tropical oasis! Swim & relax year-round in a luxurious heated pool & 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.​

We're only minutes from the ocean, best restaurants, Fort Lauderdale Beach, Wilton Drive, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l Airport FLL, Las Olas, Broward Center for Performing Arts, as well as South Florida's endless entertainment & outdoor amenities.

We offer free on-site green level-2 EV charging. Tesla drivers will need an adapter in order to charge La Joya Oasis.

Why La Joya?

La Joya 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 newer home. ​

In Spanish, "La Joya" means "the jewel." We believe the name fits our little slice of paradise. Without a doubt, our biggest source of pride is the lush tropical vibe we have curated in our garden (with the help of Mother Nature, of course). We work tirelessly to offer a unique experience for guests that feels as if you stumbled upon a secret garden, centered on a warm inviting pool, surrounded by many species of palms and other tropical plants.

A Reputation for Satisfied Guests

We work diligently to ensure all guests enjoy an exceptional experience. When questions or issues arise, we address them quickly and efficiently. This is reflected in the recognitions we have earned and continue to maintain from the major vacation rental sites

The Layout

This rental apartment is private, complete with a separate entrance and dedicated parking. It adjoins the owner and host living area, which is also private and separate, under the same roof. The space is a beautiful contemporary and open layout. The kitchen features granite countertops & stainless-steel appliances. Throughout the home, there are hardwood floors with mosaic-tile flooring in the bathroom. The lanai and hot tub area is tiled with travertine pavers.

The pool and lanai and tropical garden are accessed through the kitchen door. Guests will find a sublime tropical garden, centered around a heated pool. Beyond the pool is the covered lanai with hot tub. The following graphic shows in detail how the property is spatially configured. The main entrance for the apartment is through the courtyard, and to the right onto the stoop.

For everyone's privacy, this two bedroom one bath rental unit is separated from the owner host's living space by a set of French doors. These sound-dampening doors lock securely on both the owner & guest sides.

Kitchen

Stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, 12 cup drip coffee maker & Keurig machine, 4-slot toaster, microwave, and hot water kettle. This large kitchen comes with basic pots and pans, dishes, glasses, coffee mugs, and cooking utensils. There is also a

dedicated workspace for laptops complete with a full-sized monitor & printer (WiFi printer located in beige bedroom).

Living & Dining Room

Standard size fabric covered sofa & matching ottoman, leather armchair, and wall-mounted Roku TV with streaming services available for subscribers.

Bedrooms

Both bedrooms include a queen size bed and ample storage for clothing. Each has a wall-mounted Roku TV with streaming services available for subscribers.

- 100% cotton hotel-quality bedding

- Room Darkening plantation style blinds

- Individual climate control A/C units

- 2 sets of fresh bath linens on arrival



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 to answer questions, accommodate special needs, or address any requests.

We have 3 small mixed-breed dogs. When outside, guests might briefly encounter our girls in one of the common areas. The dogs are not allowed to roam freely nor are they ever allowed to enter the private guest apartment.

Guest Access

Guests will have full private access to this 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment which includes a kitchen, living room, dining room, and full bathroom. Shared access of the backyard, pool, enclosed lanai and hot tub is also included with this rental.

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 and for routine maintenance purposes. These areas are separated from the house and pool area by bamboo privacy fencing.

Electric Vehicles (EV Charger)

We offer a level-two electric vehicle charging station which is located on the right-hand side of the driveway. If you are charging a Tesla, you will need an adapter. Use of the EV charger is provided free of charge however we ask that all EV charging take place between the hours of 8:00pm and 7:00am ONLY.

Other Requirements

At the time of check-in, the primary guest must present a valid photo ID and sign our Short Term Rental Agreement for compliance with state and local regulations.

Neighborhood & Local Details

La Joya Tropical Oasis is located in the South Middle River neighborhood of central Fort Lauderdale. Our neighborhood is locally famous for the wild peafowl that roam our streets and urban forests. South Middle River is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood comprised of long-time South Florida residents, members of the LBGTQ community, out of state transplants to Florida, as well as first-generation immigrants from the Caribbean and beyond.​

La Joya is within biking distance to all the shops, restaurants and nightlife found along "The Drive" in Wilton Manors. A walk to Wilton Manors would take approximately 30 minutes. Guests can certainly take advantage of La Joya's central location. The azure blue waters of our world-class beaches can be found approximately 4 miles to the east. Access to I-95 lies roughly 2 miles to the northwest. Wilton Manors is approximately 1.5 miles to the northeast. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int'l Airport (FLL) is approximately 20 minutes to the south.

Among the highlights of the area is our new (as of 2018) passenger rail service connecting South Florida to Orlando Int'l Airport (MCO). Brightline's higher-speed train station for downtown Fort Lauderdale is located only 2 miles to the south, which is only a very quick ride away by Uber or Lyft. As a side note - Brightline is an excellent way to travel between the downtowns of Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Miami. The new Brightline extension also connects metropolitan South Florida to the Orlando area. Except for the Acela train which connects D.C. to Boston, Brightline is the only higher-speed train on the East Coast - it reaches speeds of over 100 mph.