Our Story
Personal Stays, Genuinely Taken Care Of
Florida Hideaways is a small, hand-built collection of unique stays across two of Central Florida's best towns. No management company. No call center. Just well-loved homes and a host who lives around the corner.
Our promise
We believe travel should feel personal. Every one of our properties is owned and managed by us, not a management company, so you get real access, real answers, and a stay that is actually taken care of.
Meet Your Host
Chris Cranias
Chris is a Florida-based entrepreneur, an Airbnb Superhost, and a proud Downtown Sanford local. What started with one unforgettable floating houseboat grew into a small portfolio of stays he is genuinely proud to put his name on.
Because Chris owns and runs every property himself, you are never more than a quick call or text away from a real person who knows the home, the town, and the best place to grab dinner. That is the whole point of booking direct.
The Famous Houseboat
Featured on HGTV’s Tiny House Hunters, Season 4, Episode 12
One of Central Florida’s most unique overnight experiences, floating on the St. Johns River in Historic Downtown Sanford.
Come Stay With Us
Three unique hideaways, one easy direct booking, and a host who actually picks up the phone.