DeBary, Florida — near Blue Spring State Park & I-4
A stylish, magazine-worthy pondside retreat between Daytona and Orlando — made for slow mornings, big gatherings, and sunset views over the water.
Direct booking is coming soon — until then, Airbnb and Vrbo have live availability and secure checkout.
Your stay comes with more than a house. These extras are included with your stay or discounted for Luxury Escape guests — mention ‘Luxury Escape’ when you book.
In the Neighborhood
A short walk from the front door: the community pool for afternoon swims and playgrounds for the kids — no driving, no planning, just walk over. The pool deck sits right on the water, with lounge chairs, shaded tables, and the playground just behind it.
Included with your stay — just bring towels.
R&P Fitness
Guests get discounted access to R&P Fitness, a 24/7 gym minutes away — so vacation doesn’t have to mean a week off.
Ask us before arrival and we’ll set it up.
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Quigley Coffee
Every stay includes latte coupons for Quigley Coffee, our neighborhood coffee shop. Start the slow mornings there.
No booking needed — coupons are in the house.
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Horseback Riding
Guided trail rides through the Lake Jesup conservation area, about 30 minutes away — morning rides at 8:30 and 10:00, afternoons at 4:00 and 5:30. Book direct and mention ‘Luxury Escape.’
Book a ride Get directionsAlways on, whenever you visit — the springs, the zoo, downtown Sanford, and the easy days right around the house. DeBary sits in Florida springs country, right between the beach and the theme parks.
Right here
Start with what’s close: sunset over the pond from the rear patio, the community playground, and quiet preserve-side streets for morning walks and bike rides. The no-planning options are often the best ones.
In DeBary
A local favorite in DeBary itself — spring-fed water, green open space, and shaded trails. The easy afternoon option when you don’t want to drive anywhere.
Minutes away
The famous manatee refuge — in the cooler months, manatees gather in the spring run, and the boardwalk puts you right over the clear water.
Sanford
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens — hundreds of animals along shaded boardwalks, giraffe feedings, and a splash pad for the kids. An easy half-day, any time of year.
Just south
Historic brick streets on Lake Monroe — indie shops, cafés, breweries, and galleries, with markets and live music on the calendar year-round. This is the evening out we send everyone to.
Just north
Downtown DeLand’s Main Street — indie shops, galleries, and local restaurants. The classic small-town Florida evening out.
~30 minutes
The beach and the Speedway — home of the Daytona 500 and Bike Week. Beach day in the morning, race weekend energy by afternoon.
Easy drive via I-4
Orlando’s theme parks are a straightforward I-4 drive — close enough for a full park day, far enough to come home to quiet water.
Seasonal — happening now. Fall in Central Florida means haunted trails, fall festivals, and Christmas lights. These are the seasonal outings we’d point guests to right now.
🎃 Halloween · Altamonte Springs, ~35 min
Central Florida’s top-rated outdoor haunted attraction — three scare trails through real woods.
Select nights through Oct 31 · Gates at 7 PM · Rated PG-13
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🎃 Halloween · Sanford
Family-friendly Halloween at the Central Florida Zoo — trick-or-treat trails and costume fun.
Oct 24–25 & 31
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🎃 Fall Farm · DeLand, ~15 min
Central Florida’s largest corn maze on a 100-acre farm, plus hayrides and a pumpkin patch. Its Fields of Fright haunted hayride runs Fri & Sat nights.
Weekends 10 AM–6 PM through Oct 25 · Haunted hayride Fri & Sat nights through Oct 24
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🎃 Fall Farm · Mount Dora, ~45 min
A 7-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm tours, super slide and jumping pillow.
Saturdays & Sundays 10 AM–5 PM · Sept 26 – Nov 15
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🎄 Christmas · DeLand, ~20 min
Florida’s #1 holiday home tour (USA Today) — the 1886 Gilded Age mansion dressed in lavish themed rooms.
Nov 1 – Jan 17 · Reservations required
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🎄 Christmas · Sanford
A nighttime walk through giant glowing lantern displays at the Central Florida Zoo.
Nov 13 – Jan 17
Get directionsStock the kitchen in one quick trip — all within 10 minutes of the house.
DeBary · ~3 min drive
The closest full grocery run — produce, meat, and everything for the week, minutes away.
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DeBary · ~5 min drive
Groceries plus everything else — beach gear, pool toys, and anything you forgot to pack.
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Orange City · ~7 min drive
Publix subs, bakery, and a full deli — the classic Florida grocery stop.
Get directionsLocal favorites for nights you don’t feel like cooking — plus the fast-food staples along the main drag, all within 10 minutes.
DeBary · ~8 min drive · 4.4★
Riverfront Cajun & seafood on the St. Johns River — live music, famous gator bites, and sunset views.
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DeBary · ~3 min drive · 4.4★
Farm-to-table gastropub — brisket smash burger, chicken & waffles, and a big brunch.
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DeBary · ~3 min drive · 4.8★
Family-run Italian — the Margherita and eggplant parm get raved about. Takeout & delivery too.
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DeBary · ~2 min drive · 4.5★
Classic hometown diner for breakfast & lunch — get there before it closes at 2 PM.
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DeBary · ~3 min drive · Fast food
Coffee, donuts, and breakfast sandwiches with a drive-thru — the early-morning run, right on Charles Richard Beall Blvd.
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DeBary · ~4 min drive · Fast food
Burgers, chicken strip baskets, and Blizzards — the kids’ vote, just up the boulevard.
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DeBary · ~5 min drive · Fast food
Flame-grilled Whoppers on Sunrise Blvd, just off the highway — open early through midnight.
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Orange City · ~7 min drive · Fast food
Crunchwraps and late-night tacos on Enterprise Rd — open until 3 AM most nights.
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Wake up to pond and preserve views at The Samay — Luxury Escape on the Water, a stylish, magazine-worthy retreat in DeBary that sleeps 8 comfortably. Sink into premium Tempur-Pedic mattresses, cook in the fully equipped kitchen, and stroll to the community pool and playground just a short walk away. Guests also enjoy exclusive discounts at a local coffee shop and a 24/7 fitness center nearby. From here, Central Florida opens up in every direction — Daytona's beaches and Speedway, Orlando's theme parks, and the region's famous springs are all an easy drive via nearby I-4.
Mornings start at the coffee station or out on the rear patio over the water. Days split easily between the springs, the beach, and the parks — and evenings end back on the patio as the light goes down over the preserve.
Everything set up for an easy stay — plus a couple of local extras you won't find at a hotel.
Seasonal rates run $365–$575 depending on dates, with event weekends priced higher. The booking platforms always show the exact total for your dates — fees, taxes, and policies included.
Live availability & secure checkout on both platforms · Vrbo property #4816730
This page is the hub. Here's the plan, in the open:
Today, reservations run through Airbnb and Vrbo — live calendars, secure payment, and platform guest protections on every stay.
Live nowNext, this site gets its own booking engine through Lodgify — the calendar stays synced with Airbnb and Vrbo automatically, so no double bookings, and direct guests skip the platform service fees.
Coming soonHowever you book, it's the same pond, the same Tempur-Pedic beds, and the same Superhost on the other end. Follow along on Instagram for the launch.
@stayatsamayThe home sleeps 8 comfortably, with Tempur-Pedic beds in every bedroom and dining for 8 at one table.
In DeBary, Florida — near Blue Spring State Park and I-4, between Daytona and Orlando. The exact address is shared through Airbnb or Vrbo once your booking is confirmed.
Two nights. For exact availability, nightly pricing, and policies for your dates, check the live listings on Airbnb or Vrbo — both are always current.
Seasonal rates run $365–$575 per night — from $385 in November — with event weekends like the Rolex 24, Daytona 500, and Bike Week priced higher. Your exact total, including fees and taxes, is shown on the booking platforms before you pay.
Yes — the community pool and playground are a short walk from the house, and the rear patio overlooks the pond and preserve.
Guests get latte coupons and discounts at Quigley Coffee, the local coffee shop, plus discounts at R&P Fitness, a 24/7 fitness center nearby. Details arrive with your booking.
Soon. Direct booking through Lodgify is in the works — it will sync with the Airbnb and Vrbo calendars and let you skip platform service fees. Until it launches, please book through Airbnb or Vrbo.