# Turtle Nest Bungalow > A private three-bedroom, two-bath vacation home with a heated pool in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for up to ten guests, booked direct with the hosts. Key facts (first-party, from this site): - What it is: A private three-bedroom, two-bath vacation home with a heated pool, for up to ten guests - Address: 1116 NE 16th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 - Sleeping: Two king beds, one queen bed and two sleeper sofas - Check-in / out: From 4:00 PM / by 11:00 AM, self check-in - Guest rating: 4.86 on Airbnb, Guest favorite - Booking: Direct through the hosts' own Lodgify checkout - Phone: (773) 656-1144 - Email: info@turtlenestbungalow.com ## Frequently asked **How many people can stay at Turtle Nest Bungalow?** Up to ten guests. There are three bedrooms with two king beds and one queen bed, plus two sleeper sofas, and a Pack 'n Play for a baby is always in the house. **What time is check-in and check-out?** Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Self check-in uses a keypad code that we send before you arrive. **Is the pool heated?** Yes. The private pool is heated and has a shallow sun shelf for lounging or for small children, with deck chairs and loungers around it. **Are pets allowed?** Yes, pets are welcome. Tell us how many and what kind when you book so the house is ready. The Pets section of this site covers dog beaches, parks, patios, vets and traveling in with a pet. **How far is the beach?** Fort Lauderdale Beach is about ten minutes by car, and Hugh Taylor Birch State Park sits right behind it. The Intracoastal water taxi stops within walking distance of the house. **How far are the airport and the cruise port?** Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is roughly 15 minutes by car and Port Everglades about the same, which is why many guests stay with us before or after a cruise. **What is the cancellation policy?** Cancel at least 48 hours before check-in for a full refund; after that the booking is non-refundable. The exact terms for your dates are shown at checkout and in your confirmation, and those govern. We recommend travel insurance in hurricane season. **Why book direct instead of through a platform?** Booking direct through our own checkout means you skip the third-party service fee and deal with the hosts directly before, during and after your stay. Availability is the same. ## The home - [Turtle Nest Bungalow — Private Pool Home in Fort Lauderdale (Sleeps 10)](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/): A private 3-bedroom bungalow that sleeps 10, with a pool, fire pit and palm-shaded backyard, minutes from Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas. Book your stay. - [Amenities](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/amenities): Every amenity at Turtle Nest Bungalow: heated pool and sun shelf, fire pit, two kitchens, room for ten guests, gig-speed Wi-Fi, beach gear, bikes, games and more. - [FAQ](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/faq): Answers to the questions guests ask before booking Turtle Nest Bungalow: occupancy, check-in, the heated pool, pets, parking, distances, events, accessibility and cancellations. - [Gallery](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/gallery): Browse the full photo gallery of Turtle Nest Bungalow: pool, backyard, kitchen, bedrooms and living spaces in central Fort Lauderdale. - [Policies & House Rules](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/policies): Check-in and check-out times, cancellation terms, occupancy, pets, parking and the house rules for your stay at Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale. - [Guest Reviews & Videos](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/reviews): Rated 4.86 out of 5 on Airbnb and a Guest favorite. Read real guest reviews of Turtle Nest Bungalow, the private pool home in Fort Lauderdale that sleeps ten, plus guest videos and house tours. - [The Backyard — Pool, Fire Pit & Turtle Mural](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-backyard): A private 3,000 sq ft backyard with a pool and sun shelf, a fire pit, an outdoor griddle, palms and loungers — and a hand-painted sea-turtle mural. - [The Home](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-home): Three bedrooms, two baths, sleeps ten. Two full kitchens, open living, and bright, restful rooms in a central Fort Lauderdale bungalow. ## Stays and occasions - [Events](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/events): Host a private event in Fort Lauderdale at Turtle Nest Bungalow: presentations and seminars, team-building, photo and video shoots, and small celebrations, with A/V on site. - [Recovery Stays in Fort Lauderdale](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/recovery): A quiet, private single-story pool home for rest after a procedure: blackout shades, two kitchens for a caregiver or family, and two major hospitals about three miles away. - [Retreats & Group Stays](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/retreats): A quiet Fort Lauderdale oasis for retreats and group stays: wellness weekends, company team-building, reunions and longer stays. Sleeps 10, with a private pool-and-palm backyard. - [Groups & Whole-House Stays](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/): Rent Turtle Nest Bungalow as one private home for your group in Fort Lauderdale — yoga and wellness retreats, family reunions, wedding parties, bachelorette and bachelor weekends, milestone celebrations, shoots and sports groups. Sleeps ten, with a pool-and-palm backyard. - [Content Creators & Photo & Video Teams](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/content-creators): A camera-ready Fort Lauderdale home for photo and video shoots — bright interiors, a turquoise pool, palms, easy load-in and parking, on-site A/V, and room for the crew to stay on location. - [Family Reunions](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/family-reunions): A Fort Lauderdale home for your family reunion — Turtle Nest Bungalow sleeps ten, with a kid-friendly pool, a full kitchen and a backyard built to gather. Minutes from the beach. - [Girls' Getaways & Bachelorette Weekends](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/girls-getaways): A private Fort Lauderdale pool home for a girls' getaway or bachelorette weekend — room to get ready together, a pool-and-palm backyard, and Las Olas, the beach and the water taxi minutes away. - [Guys' Weekends & Bachelor Parties](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/guys-weekends): A private Fort Lauderdale pool home for a guys' weekend or bachelor party — sleeps ten, a backyard with a pool and fire pit, and deep-sea fishing, golf and boat charters minutes away. - [Milestone Birthdays & Anniversaries](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/milestone-celebrations): Celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary at Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale — a private backyard venue with a pool and fire pit, room for ten to stay, and dining minutes away. - [Sports & Fitness Groups](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/sports-and-fitness): A Fort Lauderdale home base for sports and fitness groups — pickleball courts, beachfront running and cycling routes and golf minutes away, a pool for recovery, and room for the team to stay. - [Wedding Parties](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/wedding-parties): A getting-ready home for your wedding party in Fort Lauderdale — bright rooms for hair and makeup, a camera-ready pool backyard, and beach and waterfront venues minutes away. Sleeps ten. - [Yoga & Wellness Groups](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/groups/yoga-and-wellness): Host a yoga or wellness group at Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale — a private lawn and pool for morning practice, a full kitchen, and room for ten under one roof. ## Fort Lauderdale guides - [What to Do in Fort Lauderdale](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/what-to-do): What's near Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale: the beach, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Las Olas dining, the water taxi, snorkeling, and Brightline to Miami. Guides inside. - [Fort Lauderdale Local Guides](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/): Local guides to Fort Lauderdale from Turtle Nest Bungalow: the beaches and the water taxi, Las Olas and the neighborhoods, waterfront dining, day trips to Miami and the Keys, family outings, parks and practical tips for planning your stay. - [Annual Events & Festivals — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/annual-events-and-festivals-fort-lauderdale): Fort Lauderdale's yearly events, month by month: Tortuga, the Air Show, the Boat Show, Winterfest Boat Parade and Pride, with the seasons and tips. - [Beach Days with Kids — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/beach-days-with-kids-fort-lauderdale): The calmest, easiest Fort Lauderdale beaches for families near Turtle Nest: shade, restrooms, parking, gentle water and practical tips. - [The Best Time to Visit — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/best-time-to-visit-fort-lauderdale): A month-by-month look at Fort Lauderdale weather, crowds and prices, so you can pick the season that fits your trip. - [Bonnet House Museum & Gardens — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/bonnet-house-museum-and-gardens): A 1920 artists' winter estate on 35 beachfront acres in Fort Lauderdale: historic house, tropical gardens, orchids and squirrel monkeys. - [Breakfast & Brunch — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/breakfast-and-brunch-fort-lauderdale): Where to eat breakfast and brunch in Fort Lauderdale: all-day Las Olas cafes, 24-hour diners, and bottomless weekend brunch near Turtle Nest. - [A Complete Guide to Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/complete-guide-to-fort-lauderdale): A complete guide to Fort Lauderdale for a first visit: how to get here, the beaches and the water, the neighborhoods worth your time, where to eat, the best day trips, when to come, and a first day planned from Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [Cruise Lines Sailing from Port Everglades — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/cruise-lines-from-port-everglades): Which cruise lines sail from Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades: Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess, Holland America and more, where they go, and what's new for 2026-27. - [Cruising as a Group from Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/cruising-as-a-group-from-fort-lauderdale): Sailing with a group or family? Why a whole-house base near Port Everglades beats a block of hotel rooms: one kitchen, one pool, room for ten and a single short ride to the ship. - [Cuban Food & Cafecito — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/cuban-food-fort-lauderdale): How to order Cuban coffee and food in Fort Lauderdale: cafecito vs cortadito, the Cuban sandwich, guava pastelitos, and where to get them near the nest. - [Cycling Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/cycling-fort-lauderdale): Where to ride in Fort Lauderdale: the A1A beach path, the downtown Riverwalk, Birch park's loop, plus where to rent a bike or grab bike-share. - [Dog Daycare, Grooming and Pet Supplies — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/dog-daycare-grooming-and-pet-supplies-fort-lauderdale): Dog daycare, groomers, self-serve dog washes and pet stores near Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale, with vaccine rules, hours and drive times. - [Dog-Friendly Beaches Near Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/dog-friendly-beaches-fort-lauderdale): Where dogs can go on the sand near Fort Lauderdale: Canine Beach, Hollywood Dog Beach, Haulover, Miami Beach and Jupiter, with hours, fees and rules. - [Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Patios — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/dog-friendly-restaurants-fort-lauderdale): Sixteen Fort Lauderdale patios that welcome leashed dogs, checked September 2026, sorted by area, plus Florida's dog-dining law in plain words. - [Dog Parks in and Around Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/dog-parks-fort-lauderdale): Off-leash dog parks near the house: Holiday Park, Snyder Park's Bark Park and dog swim, Riverside, Wilton Manors, Pompano and Hollywood, with hours. - [Driving or Taking the Train With Your Dog — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/driving-to-fort-lauderdale-with-your-dog): Turnpike plazas with dog parks, I-95 rest areas, Florida hot-car laws, and Brightline, Amtrak and Tri-Rail pet rules for getting to Fort Lauderdale. - [Emergency Vets Near Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/emergency-vets-near-fort-lauderdale): The 24-hour emergency vets closest to Turtle Nest Bungalow, with addresses, phones and drive times, plus poison control lines and what to bring. - [Everglades Airboat Tours — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/everglades-airboat-tours): How to take an Everglades airboat tour near Fort Lauderdale: Sawgrass versus Holiday Park, what to expect, drive times and the best season to go. - [Butterfly World & Flamingo Gardens — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/family-nature-attractions): Butterfly World in Coconut Creek and Flamingo Gardens in Davie: two easy, green, animal-filled family outings a short drive from Turtle Nest. - [First Time in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/first-time-in-fort-lauderdale): A first-timer's orientation to Fort Lauderdale: where things are, how the beach, Las Olas and the canals fit together, how long to stay and the easy wins for day one. - [Fishing in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fishing-fort-lauderdale): Piers, drift boats, deep-sea charters and canal fishing near Turtle Nest Bungalow, plus license rules, seasons and where to go now. - [Flagler Village & the Arts District — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/flagler-village-arts-district): Fort Lauderdale's Flagler Village arts scene: FAT Village, the MASS District, the last-Saturday art walk, murals, breweries and coffee, minutes from the nest. - [Nonstop Flights to Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/flights-to-fort-lauderdale): Every city with a scheduled nonstop flight to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) on one map, by airline and region, with flying times, the 2026 launches, and how to get from the airport to Turtle Nest Bungalow in about fifteen minutes. - [Fort Lauderdale Airport to Port Everglades — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fll-airport-to-port-everglades): Getting from Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL) to Port Everglades: the ten-minute drive, taxis and rideshare, shuttles, and why staying a night at the nest first is the calm option. - [The Florida Keys & Key West — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/florida-keys-and-key-west-day-trip): How to do the Florida Keys and Key West from Fort Lauderdale: the Overseas Highway, the best stops, drive vs bus tour, and when to go. - [Flying Into Fort Lauderdale With a Pet — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/flying-to-fort-lauderdale-with-a-pet): Pet relief areas at FLL, in-cabin pet fees on the main airlines, pet rideshares to the house, CDC rules for dogs from abroad, and service animal basics. - [Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) Tips — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-airport-fll-tips): How to move through Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International like a regular: the four terminals and who flies from each, security and PreCheck, where rideshare pickup really is, the cell-phone lot, parking, and the fifteen-minute ride to Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [Fort Lauderdale Beach & the Promenade — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-beach-and-promenade): Fort Lauderdale's main beach and the two-mile wave-wall promenade: where to park, how to spend the day, and what to skip, about 10 minutes from the nest. - [Fort Lauderdale Cruise Season and Weather — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-cruise-season-and-weather): When cruise ships sail from Fort Lauderdale and what the weather is like: the busy winter season, the quieter summer, hurricane season, and the best months to sail from Port Everglades. - [Fort Lauderdale for Couples — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-for-couples): A couples' itinerary for Fort Lauderdale: a sunset on the water, dinner on Las Olas, a morning at Bonnet House, a reef snorkel and quiet evenings by the fire pit. - [Fort Lauderdale from Atlanta — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-atlanta): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Atlanta: the short nonstop flight from ATL, which airlines fly it and how long it takes, plus how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow from FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Boston — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-boston): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Boston: the nonstop flights from Logan, which airlines fly the route, how long it takes, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow from FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Chicago — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-chicago): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Chicago: nonstop flights from O'Hare and Midway, which airlines fly the route and how long it takes, plus how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow from FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Dallas — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-dallas): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Dallas: the nonstops from DFW (American, JetBlue, Frontier) and Love Field (Southwest), Avelo's McKinney route from November 19, 2026, and the last mile to the nest. - [Fort Lauderdale from Denver — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-denver): How to fly from Denver to Fort Lauderdale: the nonstops on Southwest and United, Frontier's route beginning November 20, 2026, flying time, and the ride to Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [Fort Lauderdale from Detroit — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-detroit): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Detroit: the nonstop flights from DTW on Delta, JetBlue and Frontier, how long it takes, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow from FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Houston — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-houston): How to fly from Houston to Fort Lauderdale: the nonstops from Bush Intercontinental (United, JetBlue, Frontier) and Hobby (Southwest), flying time, and the ride to Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [Fort Lauderdale from Los Angeles — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-los-angeles): Flying from Los Angeles to Fort Lauderdale: the nonstops on Delta and JetBlue, United's route beginning October 25, 2026, the five-and-a-half-hour flight, and the last mile to the nest. - [Fort Lauderdale from Minneapolis — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-minneapolis): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Minneapolis-St. Paul: Delta's year-round nonstop, Sun Country's seasonal flights, flying time, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow from FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Montreal — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-montreal): How to get to Fort Lauderdale from Montreal: the nonstops on Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Porter, flying time, customs preclearance, and the ride to Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [Fort Lauderdale from New York City — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-new-york-city): How to get to Fort Lauderdale from New York: the nonstop flights and airlines from JFK, LaGuardia and Newark, how long it takes, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow once you land at FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Orlando — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-orlando): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Orlando: the Brightline train travel time and fares, the drive down the Turnpike, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow once you arrive. - [Fort Lauderdale from Philadelphia — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-philadelphia): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Philadelphia: nonstop flights from PHL, which airlines fly the route and how long it takes, plus how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow once you land. - [Fort Lauderdale from Tampa — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-tampa): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Tampa: the cross-state drive, your route options across Alligator Alley or the Turnpike, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow when you arrive. - [Fort Lauderdale from Toronto — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-toronto): Getting to Fort Lauderdale from Toronto: nonstop flights from Pearson, the airlines that fly the route, US preclearance, and how to reach Turtle Nest Bungalow once you land at FLL. - [Fort Lauderdale from Washington, DC — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-from-washington-dc): How to get to Fort Lauderdale from Washington, DC: the nonstops from Reagan National, Dulles and Baltimore, which airlines fly each airport, flying time, and the last mile to Turtle Nest Bungalow. - [The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-international-boat-show): FLIBS is the world's largest in-water boat show, held late October in Fort Lauderdale. Dates, sites, tickets, shuttles, and how to plan a stay around it. - [Fort Lauderdale Pre-Cruise Stay Guide — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-pre-cruise-stay-guide): Sailing from Port Everglades? Why a night or two at a private pool home beats a hotel, how to reach the ship, when to arrive, and everything a group needs before embarkation. - [The Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-water-taxi-guide): How Fort Lauderdale's hop-on, hop-off Water Taxi works: the day pass, the stops worth using, rough hours, and how to plan a loop. - [Fort Lauderdale with Kids — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-with-kids-itinerary): A family itinerary for Fort Lauderdale: the science museum, an easy beach with lifeguards, the Jungle Queen, an airboat ride and a backyard pool to burn off the rest. - [Fort Lauderdale Without a Car — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/fort-lauderdale-without-a-car): How to visit Fort Lauderdale without a car: the water taxi, the Sun Trolley, rideshare and Brightline, and why the nest's central location makes a car optional. - [Four Days in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/four-days-in-fort-lauderdale): A four-day Fort Lauderdale plan: beaches, the water taxi and Las Olas, a day trip, and a fourth day for a reef snorkel, a museum or a slow pool day. - [Getting Around Town — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/getting-around-fort-lauderdale): How to get around Fort Lauderdale from Turtle Nest: the free LauderGO shuttle, water taxi, driving, parking, rideshare and Brightline. - [Getting Here: Airport & Brightline — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/getting-to-fort-lauderdale-airport-and-brightline): Reach Turtle Nest Bungalow the easy way: FLL is about 15 minutes out, and Brightline links Miami, Palm Beach and Orlando car-free. - [Getting to Port Everglades from the Nest — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/getting-to-port-everglades-from-the-nest): The last mile on sailing day: how to get from Turtle Nest Bungalow to your Port Everglades terminal, when to leave, luggage and drop-off, and what to do with the car. - [Golf Near the Nest — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/golf-near-fort-lauderdale): Broward County has 50-plus courses, most within 30 minutes of Fort Lauderdale. Where to play a good-value public round near the nest. - [Groceries & Markets — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/groceries-and-markets-near-turtle-nest): Where to grocery shop near Turtle Nest Bungalow: the closest Publix, Fresh Market, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, plus weekly farmers markets. - [Hollywood Beach & the Broadwalk — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/hollywood-beach-broadwalk): Hollywood Beach and its brick Broadwalk, about 25 minutes south of the nest: history, parking, dog beach, live music and how to spend a half-day. - [How Many Days in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/how-many-days-in-fort-lauderdale): How long to spend in Fort Lauderdale: what fits in a weekend, three or four days, or a week, and how to build the trip around a private pool home that sleeps ten. - [Hugh Taylor Birch State Park — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/hugh-taylor-birch-state-park): A green ridge of old Florida between the city and the sea: hammock trails, a paved bike loop, a paddling lake and beach access, 10 minutes from the nest. - [The Jungle Queen Riverboat — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/jungle-queen-riverboat): Riding the Jungle Queen Riverboat in Fort Lauderdale: the 90-minute river cruise, the island barbecue dinner show, parking, timing, and tips. - [Kayaking & Paddleboarding — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/kayaking-and-paddleboarding-fort-lauderdale): Where to kayak and paddleboard near Fort Lauderdale: the dune lake at Hugh Taylor Birch, the Middle River, Whiskey Creek mangroves, rentals and tips. - [Las Olas Boulevard — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/las-olas-boulevard-guide): Fort Lauderdale's main street: independent boutiques, galleries, 30-plus sidewalk restaurants and a century of history, minutes from the nest. - [Las Olas Beach & Oceanside Park — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/las-olas-oceanside-park-beach): Las Olas Oceanside Park is the closest beach to Turtle Nest: a shaded lawn, the beach garage, weekend market, and quick sand at the end of Las Olas. - [Snorkeling at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/lauderdale-by-the-sea-snorkeling): A living coral reef sits a short swim off the sand at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, about 15-20 min north of the nest. How to snorkel it. - [A Day Trip to Miami — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/miami-day-trip-from-fort-lauderdale): How to do Miami in a day from Fort Lauderdale: take Brightline, skip I-95 parking, and pick Wynwood, South Beach, Vizcaya or Little Havana. - [Museum of Discovery & Science — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/museum-of-discovery-and-science): Downtown Fort Lauderdale's hands-on science museum and IMAX: about 150,000 sq ft of exhibits, otters, storms and a giant screen, minutes from the nest. - [NSU Art Museum — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/nsu-art-museum-fort-lauderdale): NSU Art Museum sits at the downtown end of Las Olas: CoBrA art, William Glackens, Picasso ceramics, free first Thursdays. Hours, parking, tips. - [One Day in Fort Lauderdale Before a Cruise — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/one-day-in-fort-lauderdale-before-a-cruise): A relaxed one-day plan for the day before your cruise: an easy beach morning, lunch on the water, a swim at the house and an early night, with everything close to the port. - [One Week in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/one-week-in-fort-lauderdale): A seven-day Fort Lauderdale itinerary from the nest: beaches, the water taxi, the Everglades, a Keys or Miami day, a reef snorkel and plenty of pool time for a group of ten. - [A Day Trip to Palm Beach — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/palm-beach-day-trip): Take Brightline north to Palm Beach for a day: Whitehall, Worth Avenue, The Breakers, the Lake Trail, and downtown West Palm Beach. - [State Parks and Nature With Your Dog — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/parks-and-nature-with-your-dog-south-florida): Where dogs can and can't go in South Florida's state parks, Broward County parks and the Everglades, with leash rules and a park-by-park table. - [A Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/pet-friendly-vacation-rental-fort-lauderdale): Bringing a dog to Turtle Nest Bungalow in Fort Lauderdale: the fenced yard, house rules, local leash laws, what to pack and the first evening. - [Port Everglades Cruise Parking — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/port-everglades-cruise-parking): Parking for a cruise at Port Everglades: the on-site garages and lots, the daily rate, how payment works, off-site alternatives, and whether to park or take a rideshare. - [Port Everglades Cruise Terminal Guide — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/port-everglades-cruise-terminal-guide): A plain guide to Port Everglades' cruise terminals: which lines use which terminal, where they are, why assignments change, and how to find your ship on sailing day. - [A Rainy Day in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/rainy-day-in-fort-lauderdale): What to do in Fort Lauderdale when it rains: the science museum, the art museum, a historic house, a brewery and the big outlet mall, plus why a summer shower rarely lasts. - [Rooftop Bars — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/rooftop-bars-fort-lauderdale): Where to catch sunset with a cocktail in Fort Lauderdale: the only oceanfront rooftop, a garden lounge over Las Olas, and how to time it. - [Sailing from Fort Lauderdale vs Miami — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/sailing-from-fort-lauderdale-vs-miami): Fort Lauderdale or Miami for your cruise? How Port Everglades and PortMiami compare on airport distance, traffic, parking and where to stay, and why the calmer port is often the easier one. - [Keeping Your Dog Safe in South Florida — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/south-florida-pet-safety): Heat, hot pavement, cane toads, alligators, blue-green algae, man o' war, heartworm and hurricanes: what to watch for with a dog in South Florida. - [Stranahan House & the Riverwalk — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/stranahan-house-and-riverwalk-history): Broward County's oldest building sits on the New River at the foot of Las Olas. Tour the 1901 Stranahan House, then walk the Riverwalk downtown. - [Ice Cream & Sweet Stops — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/sweet-stops-and-ice-cream-fort-lauderdale): Fort Lauderdale ice cream and dessert: Jaxson's 1956 parlor and its 36-scoop Kitchen Sink, plus fudge and cones on Las Olas. - [Tennis & Pickleball — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/tennis-and-pickleball-fort-lauderdale): Play tennis on clay or pickleball at Holiday Park, five minutes from Turtle Nest. Courts, booking, lessons, heat tips and what to bring. - [Things to Do With Your Dog in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/things-to-do-with-your-dog-in-fort-lauderdale): Things to do with your dog in Fort Lauderdale: Yappy Hour, a paddleboard tour and boat that take dogs, a brewery, a market, and where dogs can't go. - [Three Days in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/three-days-in-fort-lauderdale): A three-day Fort Lauderdale itinerary from Turtle Nest Bungalow: a beach day, a day on the water and Las Olas, and a day trip to the Everglades, Miami or the Keys. - [Victoria Park: the Nest's Neighborhood — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/victoria-park-neighborhood-guide): Victoria Park is the tree-lined 1920s neighborhood the nest calls home: its history, walkable streets, the 13th Street strip, and why it's an easy Fort Lauderdale base. - [Dog Walks Near the Nest — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/walking-your-dog-near-the-nest): Dog walks near Turtle Nest Bungalow: Holiday Park on foot, the Riverwalk, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and A1A, with leash rules and the best times. - [Waterfront Restaurants — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/waterfront-restaurants-fort-lauderdale): The Intracoastal dock-and-dine restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, from a 1982 classic to the raw bars, with tips and how to arrive by boat. - [A Weekend in Fort Lauderdale — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/weekend-in-fort-lauderdale): A two-day Fort Lauderdale weekend from the nest: the beach and the promenade, a water-taxi afternoon, dinner on Las Olas and a slow Sunday by the pool. - [What to Do After Your Cruise — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/what-to-do-after-your-cruise-fort-lauderdale): Got a late flight after your cruise? How to spend the day after you disembark in Fort Lauderdale: a beach morning, a late checkout at the house, lunch on the water and an easy airport run. - [Where to Eat Near Port Everglades — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/where-to-eat-near-port-everglades): Where to eat before or after a cruise near Port Everglades: waterfront tables, Cuban food, a quick bite near the terminals, and easy options a few minutes from the house. - [Wilton Manors — Fort Lauderdale Guide](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/guides/wilton-manors-guide): Wilton Manors, the walkable Island City north of downtown: the Drive, Sunday brunch, big-room nightlife and riverside parks, about 10 minutes from the nest. - [Map of Fort Lauderdale — Every Place We Mention](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/map/): An interactive map of Fort Lauderdale from Turtle Nest Bungalow: 69 real places from our guides and posts at true coordinates, from the beaches and Las Olas to day trips as far as Key West, each linked to its guide. ## Blog: The Savvy Turtle - [The Savvy Turtle — Blog](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/): The Savvy Turtle is the Turtle Nest Bungalow blog: 21 posts on Fort Lauderdale itineraries, dining, seasons, sports, packing and planning, and how to make the most of a group stay. - [24 hours in Fort Lauderdale: a one-day itinerary near the beach — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/24-hour-fort-lauderdale-itinerary-near-the-beach): Coffee at Press & Grind, an afternoon at the private pool, an EZ Raider ride, lobster rolls at Marina Village, then Las Olas for Gemspire and Kilwins. One of our favorite days. - [The best steakhouses in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/best-steakhouses-fort-lauderdale-beach-guide): Four steakhouses near the nest — from an oceanfront room and an Intracoastal table to a lively newcomer and an Old-Florida classic. - [December holidays in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-december-holidays): Tree lightings, Christmas on Las Olas and the Winterfest Boat Parade — how the holidays look under the palms, with heaters for the cool evenings. - [A family cookout at the nest — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-family-vacation-rental): Two kitchens, three dining areas and a backyard built for a crowd — why extended families book the nest to cook, swim and stay together. - [Water sports and swimming in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-family-vacation-water-sports-rental): Start with the pool’s shallow sun shelf, then take the family out — snorkeling off the beach, a sandbar boat day, parasailing, and the water taxi. - [Twelve things to know before your first Fort Lauderdale trip — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-first-timer-tips): Rental-car tolls, beach rules, rip currents, the UV index, beach parking, water taxi passes, Brightline fares, tipping, the tourist tax on your stay and more, checked in September 2026. - [Where to watch your NFL team in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-nfl-team-bars): Sunday still belongs to your home team. The Fort Lauderdale bars where different fan bases gather — plus a few spots that put every game on. - [October in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-october-vacation-guide): Warm water, low humidity and Halloween fun — why October is a quiet, sunny sweet spot for a Fort Lauderdale stay. - [Why summer is a great time to visit Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-summer-vacation-turtle-nest-bungalow): Warm, calm water, fewer crowds and the Florida Reef close to shore — plus a private pool for night swims back at the nest. - [Fort Lauderdale on a rainy or windy day — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-things-to-do-rainy-windy-days): A cool or cloudy day here still means the 60s and 70s. Everglades boardwalks, Butterfly World, Flamingo Gardens and an airboat ride for when the pool can wait. - [Fort Lauderdale with your dog — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/fort-lauderdale-with-your-dog): Where dogs are allowed on the sand, the city dog parks, three waterfront patios that welcome leashed dogs, and how to handle the heat. Pets are welcome at the nest. - [Group travel tips for Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/group-travel-tips-fort-lauderdale): Budgets, itineraries, personal space and decision fatigue — practical ways to keep a group trip smooth, and why having room to spread out helps. - [A day trip to Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/hard-rock-hollywood-day-trip-turtle-nest-bungalow): Concerts, casino, dining and shopping a short drive south — an easy, weather-proof day out from the nest, with pool time waiting when you’re back. - [Hurricane season and your Fort Lauderdale trip — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/hurricane-season-fort-lauderdale-trip): What hurricane season means for a Fort Lauderdale booking: the dates, how often storms actually arrive, watches versus warnings, the county's evacuation plan, the airport and port, and travel insurance. - [Live sports near the nest, 2026-27 — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/live-sports-near-fort-lauderdale-2026-27): Panthers, Dolphins, Heat, Marlins, Inter Miami and Fort Lauderdale United: where each team plays for 2026-27, how far it is from the nest, and where to buy tickets. - [A perfect Fort Lauderdale day from the nest — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/perfect-fort-lauderdale-day-turtle-nest-bungalow): Cuban coffee in Flagler Village, a morning by the pool, a beach afternoon with a Primanti Brothers lunch, then cocktails and an Italian dinner. - [A perfect one-day Fort Lauderdale itinerary — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/perfect-one-day-fort-lauderdale-itinerary-near-the-beach): One easy day near the nest — breakfast downtown, a rooftop and a waterfront lunch, an afternoon by the pool, then sunset drinks, dinner and a stroll down Las Olas. - [A pre-cruise stay near Port Everglades — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/pre-cruise-stay-fort-lauderdale-turtle-nest-bungalow): Arrive a day early and start the cruise rested. The nest is about ten minutes from Port Everglades, with last-minute shopping and shuttles close by. - [Transformative travel in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/transformative-travel-fort-lauderdale-retreat): A reset, not just a vacation — beach yoga, quiet nature at the state park, mindful cooking, and a private backyard to come home to. - [What to pack for a pool-house week in Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/what-to-pack-fort-lauderdale-pool-house): A packing list built around what the house already has: the weather by season, sunscreen facts, bug spray, water shoes, a layer for restaurant air-conditioning and the TSA liquids rule. - [Working remotely from Fort Lauderdale — The Savvy Turtle](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/the-savvy-turtle/working-remotely-from-fort-lauderdale): A workation from the nest: gig-speed Wi-Fi and a desk at the house, the coffee shops and coworking spaces nearby, the Brightline to Miami for meetings, and how monthly stays work. ## About, contact and legal - [About](https://www.turtlenestbungalow.com/about): The story behind Turtle Nest Bungalow, a much-loved Fort Lauderdale pool home, and how we host. 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