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☀️ Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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💬 A Message from Jonathan

Thank you for choosing Jonathan's House — you've made an excellent choice, and we want every moment of your stay to be exceptional. We couldn't be more pleased to share our home with you. This guide has everything you need, from your door code to our favorite local spots. If you ever need anything, I'm just a call or text away.

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Check-In
Everything you need to get through the door and settle in.
🟢 Check-In
After 4:00 PM
🔴 Check-Out
By 10:00 AM

Early check-in may be possible — Jonathan will let you know. Late check-out cannot be guaranteed; cleaning crew needs at least 4 hours.

Your Door Code
Text Jonathan to set your code

Pick any 4-digit code and text it to Jonathan. He'll confirm it's programmed before you arrive — and know you've got this guide.

💬 Text Jonathan Your Code

Please text at least 24 hours before check-in.

🚪 Door Entry — Step by Step
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Touch the keypad — two random numbers appear on screen
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Press those two numbers in any order
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Enter the 4-digit code you texted Jonathan
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The door unlocks — you're in!
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Do NOT lock the door knob when leaving.
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Registered Guests Only. No additional guests permitted. Minimum age of 25 years for the primary guest and all non-family adults.
📷 Exterior Cameras & Noise Monitoring

Required by Fort Lauderdale law. Do not touch or tamper with any equipment. No cameras inside the home or pool area.

🚗 Parking

Driveway only — up to 4 vehicles. No street or grass parking. Neighbors will call the police.

Pool & Outdoors
Your private heated saltwater pool with waterfall — available 24 hours.
🌡️ Temperature
87°F — 24 hours
💧 Type
Heated Saltwater
🔧 Pool Service
Every Friday before 10 AM

Technician has backyard access only. No need to answer the door.

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Waterfall & Heat Cannot Run Together. When the waterfall is on, the pool heater turns off. Use the waterfall sparingly. Only touch the waterfall valve — no other valves, piping, or equipment.
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Turning On the Waterfall. The only lever that needs to be touched is the black handle located near the floor in the pool pump area. Please do not touch any other valves, piping, or equipment.
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No Glass Near the Pool. Emergency drain and cleaning required if glass enters the pool. $2,000 fine
📋 Pool Rules
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No diving
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No running or horseplay around the pool
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Adult supervision required for children at all times
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Daily skimming required — skimmer is behind the waterfall
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Respectful volume after 9 PM
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Do not touch pool pump, valves, or equipment
🛟 Pool Alarms

Pool alarms on 3 doors: Kitchen, Bathroom, and Master Bedroom. Keep alarms ON if children are present.

🔥 BBQ Area
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Only designated adults may operate the BBQ
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Never leave grill unattended
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Always turn off propane after use
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Clean grill after each use
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First aid kit is in the kitchen drawer

🏊 Pool Emergency? Call Mike — 954-934-6522

House Rules
Please read these before you arrive.
📋 House Rules & Policies
Everything you agreed to at booking, in one place — pool, parking, quiet hours, guests and check-out.
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Info & Local Recs
WiFi, transportation, restaurants, activities — everything for your stay.
🗓️ Trash & Recycling
Pickup Days
Monday & Thursday

Put bins out Sunday & Wednesday evenings. Return after pickup.

Tap a tile for places near the house.

🎯 Activities
On the Water
Fort Lauderdale Sport Fishing
Half-day deep sea fishing charters. A quintessential South Florida experience.
⏱️ Half Day🎣 Deep Sea
🚗 Getting Around

📍 FLL is 10 minutes away. Uber/Lyft typically $15–$25. Pickup on lower level. Rental car shuttle from baggage claim.

Jonathan's Restaurant Picks
Jonathan's personal favorites around Fort Lauderdale — tap any spot for directions.
Fine Dining
Mastro's Ocean Club
World-class steaks and seafood with an incredible atmosphere. Perfect for a special night out.
📍 Fort Lauderdale Beach
Mexican
Caminos de Michoacán
Authentic Mexican cuisine. A neighborhood gem and one of Jonathan's personal favorites.
📍 Fort Lauderdale
Italian
Louie Bossi's Ristorante
Italian classics, wood-fired pizza, bocce court. A Las Olas Boulevard legend.
📍 1032 E Las Olas Blvd
Pizza
Luigi's Coal Oven Pizza
Authentic Neapolitan, coal-fired. One of the best slices on Las Olas.
📍 1415 E Las Olas Blvd
Fort Lauderdale Events
October – December 2026. Fall is our best-kept secret — cooler breezes, the world's biggest boat show, and a holiday season that sparkles on the water. Tap any event for directions.
October 2026
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Oct
Brazilian Festival
Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Beach · Live music, capoeira, carnival parade, Brazilian food
Family
28
Oct
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Oct 28 – Nov 1 · World's largest in-water boat show across 7 waterfront venues · Tickets online only
Must-See
November 2026
5
Nov
Light Up Lauderdale — "Get Lit"
Riverwalk / Esplanade Park · Kicks off 10 weeks of holiday lights on the New River · 6:30 PM lighting
Free
12
Nov
Light Up the Galt
Galt Ocean Mile · Live music, kids zone, tree lighting 6:30 PM
Free
19
Nov
Light Up the Beach
Las Olas Oceanside Park · 50,000+ lights, "Olas" the 20-ft beach snowman, Santa & kids zone · 5:30–8:30 PM
Free
December 2026
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Dec
64th Annual Christmas on Las Olas
E Las Olas Blvd · Broward's biggest free holiday party — snow slide, Santa, live stages · 5–10 PM
Free
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Dec
Light Up Sistrunk
Sistrunk Blvd · Giant tree lighting, live bands, food trucks · 5–8 PM
Free
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Dec
Menorah Lighting Celebration
Las Olas Oceanside Park · Music and traditional treats
Free
11
Dec
Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade
Intracoastal, Pompano Beach · "Party in the USA" theme for America's 250th
Free
12
Dec
Winterfest Boat Parade
New River → Intracoastal · "Best Show on H2O" — 12 miles of lit-up yachts + fireworks · Pre-show 5:30 PM, parade 6 PM
Must-See

💡 Dates and times can shift — tap any event to check the latest, or text Jonathan and he'll point you to the good stuff.

Meet Jane
Your Guest Experience Manager — here to make your stay special.

Jane works tirelessly to make your stay special and loves hearing about children staying with you — she always has special treats! If you'd like to leave a gratuity, your generosity would be greatly appreciated.

🧼 Our Cleanliness Promise

Jonathan's House has been thoroughly inspected by two house caretakers. Please know that I require photos and videos after every cleaning to ensure a comfortable and confident cleanliness for every guest at Jonathan's House. All pictures and videos are available upon request, and we provide them to Airbnb & VRBO after every cleaning and before every guest arrival to ensure your satisfaction.

Fort Lauderdale Activities
Things to do for adults and kids — from the water to the museums. Tap any spot for directions.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for the Whole Family
Kids · Indoors
Museum of Discovery and Science
Hands-on exhibits, an IMAX theater, and living ecosystems — a downtown favorite for curious kids and adults alike.
📍 Downtown Fort Lauderdale
All Ages · On the Water
Jungle Queen Riverboat
A Fort Lauderdale classic — narrated sightseeing cruises along the New River and Intracoastal, past mansions and islands.
📍 Bahia Mar
Outdoors · Nature
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
A green oasis steps from the beach — kayaking, biking, picnic spots, and shaded nature trails.
📍 A1A, Fort Lauderdale Beach
🍸 More for the Grown-Ups
Culture · Gardens
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
A historic estate on 35 acres of tropical gardens — art, architecture, and resident monkeys.
📍 N Birch Rd
Adults · On the Water
Sport Fishing Charters
Fort Lauderdale is a deep-sea fishing hub — half- and full-day charters for mahi, sailfish, and more.
📍 Departs local marinas

💡 Want something specific for your group? Text Jonathan and he'll point you to the perfect spot.

Miami Events
October – December 2026. About 45 minutes south — festivals, art week, big games, and racing. Tap any event for directions.
October 2026
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Oct
Miami Carnival
Oct 3–11 · Caribbean music, costumes & food · Main carnival at The Orchard, Miami Gardens
Culture
11
Oct
Dolphins vs. Bengals
Hard Rock Stadium · 1:00 PM
Sports
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Oct
III Points Festival
Oct 16–17 · Music & art festival, Wynwood
Music
21
Oct
South Beach Seafood Festival
Oct 21–24 · Chef Showdown (Fri) & Seafood Slam (Sat, 1–5 PM) on the sand at Lummus Park
Foodie
November 2026
1
Nov
Dolphins vs. Patriots
Hard Rock Stadium
Sports
6
Nov
NASCAR Championship Weekend
Nov 6–8 · Season finale returns to Homestead-Miami Speedway — Cup, Xfinity & Truck titles decided
Sports
8
Nov
Dolphins vs. Lions
Hard Rock Stadium · 1:00 PM
Sports
15
Nov
Miami Book Fair
Nov 15–22 · Miami Dade College, downtown · Street Fair & Children's Alley Nov 20–22
Family
29
Nov
Dolphins vs. Jets
Hard Rock Stadium
Sports
December 2026
4
Dec
Art Basel Miami Beach
Dec 4–6 public days · Miami Beach Convention Center · Miami Art Week runs Nov 30 – Dec 6 with fairs all over town
Must-See
13
Dec
Dolphins vs. Bears
Hard Rock Stadium · 1:00 PM
Sports
27
Dec
Dolphins vs. Chargers
Hard Rock Stadium · "Home for the Holidays" game
Sports
🌴 Anytime in Miami
Free · Art
Wynwood Art Walk
Galleries, new murals, open studios, and live performances in Miami's street-art district.
📅 2nd Saturdays📍 Wynwood
Culture · Gardens
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
An Italian Renaissance-style villa on 43 lush acres in Coconut Grove — Miami's most iconic estate.
📍 Coconut Grove
Family · Outdoors
Everglades Airboat Tour
Gators, birds, and a wildlife show — and fall's cooler weather makes it the best time of year to go.
📍 West of Miami

💡 Dates can shift — tap any event to confirm, or text Jonathan for Miami tips.

From the Blog
Fresh guides for your fall & holiday stay.
🍂 October 2026
Fall Is Fort Lauderdale's Best-Kept Secret
The heat breaks, the crowds thin, and the pool is still perfect.
Read more ▾

October brings lower humidity, warm ocean water, and breezy evenings — ideal for a beach morning, a pool afternoon, and dinner outside on Las Olas.

Our fall short list: catch the Brazilian Festival in Deerfield Beach on Oct 17, take the Jungle Queen down the New River, and save a night for the South Beach Seafood Festival in Miami (Oct 21–24).

Stone crab season opens mid-October too — ask Jonathan where to get them fresh.

⛵ Oct 28 – Nov 1
Boat Show Week: A Guest's Game Plan
The world's largest in-water boat show is right down the road.
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The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show takes over 7 waterfront venues — superyachts at Pier Sixty-Six, center consoles at Bahia Mar, and gear at the Convention Center.

Tips: buy tickets online (there's no box office), use the free shuttles between venues or hop the Water Taxi, and go on a weekday morning to beat the crowds. Traffic near 17th Street and A1A gets heavy — leave early.

🎄 Nov – Dec 2026
Holidays in Paradise: Lights, Boats & Art Basel
Snow on Las Olas, a 12-mile boat parade, and Miami Art Week.
Read more ▾

The season kicks off Nov 5 with Light Up Lauderdale on the Riverwalk, then Light Up the Beach (Nov 19) with "Olas," the 20-foot beach snowman.

Don't miss: Christmas on Las Olas (Dec 1) with its famous snow slide, Art Basel Miami Beach (Dec 4–6), and the Winterfest Boat Parade (Dec 12) — grab a spot along the New River or Intracoastal by 5:30 PM.

📝 More stories, local guides, and travel tips on the Jonathan's House blog.

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🗓️ Thinking of staying longer?

If your plans are flexible, it is always worth asking. Nights open up, and extending is usually easier than you would think — same house, same code, nothing to repack.

📱 Text Jonathan about extra nights
✅ Before You Leave
Wash and dry towels and sheets if possible — hugely appreciated
Yard and pool area free of trash, cans, and bottles
Turn off the propane after last use
Return furniture and outdoor items to original positions
Check all rooms for personal belongings
Lock the front door — do not lock the door knob
Check-out promptly at 10:00 AM

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We hope to welcome you back very soon.
Warm regards, Jonathan

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🆘 Emergency & Safety
In any life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. The numbers below provide direct access to medical care, local services, and property utilities.
🚨 Emergency & Medical
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Emergency — 911
Police · Fire · Medical
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Broward Health Medical Center — ER
Level I Trauma · 1600 S Andrews Ave · 954-355-4400
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MD Now Urgent Care — Downtown
195 N Federal Hwy · 954-524-3848
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Police / Fire — Non-Emergency
954-764-4357
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🔧 Property Utilities
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Plumbing — Cascade Plumbing
954-801-3737
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Electrical — MSK Electrical
954-297-3441
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Pool Service — Emergency
954-934-6522
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📇 Property Contacts
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Property Host
201-321-9330
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Backup Contact
754-366-2916
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Jonathan McDermott
Host · Owner · Fort Lauderdale
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♡ Our Story
About Jonathan's House

Welcome to Jonathan's House. We believe that a vacation rental should be more than just a place to sleep — it should be the breathtaking backdrop to your family's most cherished memories.

When I first discovered this property in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, I saw the incredible potential to create a true tropical oasis. Every design choice, from the sun-drenched private heated pool to the meticulously equipped chef's kitchen, was made with our guests' ultimate comfort in mind. We've poured our hearts into renovating and designing a space that perfectly balances luxury with the warmth of a welcoming home.

My commitment to exceptional guest experiences drives everything we do. Whether it's ensuring the linens are hotel-quality, providing personalized local recommendations, or being instantly available when you need assistance, I want your stay at Jonathan's House to be entirely seamless, relaxing, and unforgettable.

Jonathan McDermott
Founder & Host
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🚨 Emergency Contacts
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Police · Fire · Medical
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Host · 201-321-9330
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Backup Contact · 754-366-2916
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Police / Fire Non-Emergency
954-764-4357
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Cascade Plumbing
954-801-3737
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MSK Electrical
954-297-3441
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Mike — Pool Emergency
954-934-6522
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🌿 Florida & Nature
What to know about Florida's unique natural environment — so nothing catches you off guard.
🪵 Annual Termite Maintenance & Local Wildlife

To keep our home in pristine condition, it undergoes comprehensive professional preventative treatments for termites annually. Depending on the exact time of year, you may notice small, winged insects (often called "termite swarmers") briefly making an appearance inside.

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A Natural Florida Event
This is a completely normal, seasonal occurrence across Florida. It simply means the local ecosystem is active outside, and a few harmlessly find their way toward indoor light sources. It is entirely healthy and unrelated to the cleanliness of the home.
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What to Do
Because these insects are strictly attracted to light, standard seasonal treatments cannot completely stop them from popping in for a moment. There is no need for concern, and nothing further can be done chemically. For your convenience, a vacuum is available — the quickest way to clear them away.
🌴 Thank you for your understanding as we maintain our home and coexist with Florida's unique climate!
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