[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Life at the lake Summ Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96202400/96202334/e58e9f86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96202400/96202334/f2de514a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96202400/96202334/6d322541.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96202400/96202334/c72730d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96202400/96202334/18d68884.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled into a private area off of Lake Tsala Apopka, this 3 bedroom and 2 full bathroom lake house offers the perfect retreat for friends and family. Unwind on the huge outdoor deck or gather around the firepit out back, with comfy chairs made for relaxing. With a bike/hiking path nearby, kayaks can be launched right at the property and boats are just a short distance away. 6.0 ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61512 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Life at the lake Summ Summary: This lake house is full of leisure from the water to the rails to trails bike/hiking path, spacious and nestled into a very private area off of Lake Tsala Apopka-but close to downtown Inverness for shopping, dining, and night life-not far from Ocala, Brooksville, and Interstate 75 is only 10 minutes away. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, sleeps 8 people, a huge outdoor deck for entertaining or dinner, and is incredibly close to the ramps for boat launching! The firepit out back brings that country life style to a reality with comfy chairs made for relaxing, or getting ready to roast smores and make some memories! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,512 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114470000/114469500/114469424/7a0b2e13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront 3 bedroom Pool home in Floral City- Serene & Private Floral City - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=114469424&PinnedHotelID=114469424&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33505800/33505800/5d9b1892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Cottage,Boating, Fishing, pet friendly, internet Inverness - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 148 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=33505800&PinnedHotelID=33505800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119040000/119033300/119033270/eea4c562.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to this serene 4-bedroom home set on 10 private acres. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 680ad1f928e36b001204de22 ## About the area Located in Inverness, this vacation home is on a lake. Adventureland and Lakeside Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Cooper State Park and Half Moon Wildlife Management Area. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Inverness travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness.dx118468) [View more Vacation homes in Inverness](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness-Private-Vacation-Homes.d118468-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.79776%2C-82.28940&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sfbr6c6RCFILO_B2ONyWIwg1kes=) Inverness, FL ### What's nearby - Fort Cooper State Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Citrus County Speedway - 8 min drive - 3.9 km - Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 11 min drive - 7.0 km - Citrus Memorial Hospital - 12 min drive - 7.6 km - Lakeside Golf and Country Club - 19 min drive - 13.8 km ### Getting around - Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 52 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Cove - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pinscher’s Pizzera - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Life at the lake Summ pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Life at the lake Summ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Life at the lake Summ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Life at the lake Summ located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Fort Cooper State Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Citrus County Speedway. Adventureland and Cooter Pond Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Life at the lake Summ Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karli R. Feb 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy Little Hideaway The Lake House at Dodge Point is my idea of perfection. Off the main road, quiet and serene morning coffee on the back patio with plenty of room for the whole family. Host was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back! ##### Karli R. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Apr 3, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Not a vacation rental Way closer to a frat house than vacation rental. Old dirty furniture. Everything dirty. Fleas! Smelly well water was pretty bad. White towels were yellow.We got a full refund but the flea bite marks were souvenirs. Property manager was responsive. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shorewalk Vacation Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Shorewalk-Vacation-Villas.h13316.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Palm-Beach.h20271.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Beach House Key West](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West-Hotels-Margaritaville-Beach-House-Key-West.h48713884.Hotel-Information) > > [Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Singer-Island-Hotels-Palm-Beach-Marriott-Singer-Island-Beach-Resort-Spa.h449170.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Beachside-Hotel-Suites.h4995.Hotel-Information) > > [The Colony Hotel Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-Colony-Hotel-Palm-Beach.h8074.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h4398.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Canaveral-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h1489240.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Walk Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Ocean-Walk.h598390.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama-City-Hotels-Edgewater-Beach-And-Golf-Resort-By-Resort-Collection.h803238.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Best-Western-Cocoa-Beach-Hotel-Suites.h18029.Hotel-Information) > > [PGA National Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Gardens-Hotels-PGA-National-Resort-And-Spa.h10355.Hotel-Information) > > [Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel and Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Tranquility-Bay-Beachfront-Hotel-And-Resort.h117099.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Island Luxury | Home in Windsor Island Resort, Private Pool, Arcade](https://www.expedia.ca/Davenport-Hotels-Windsor-Island-Luxury-NEW-Home-In-Windsor-Island-Resort.h60809096.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Coconut-Point-Resort-Spa.h792025.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Port-Canaveral.h15605.Hotel-Information) > > [Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-Largo-Hotels-Bakers-Cay-Resort-Key-Largo.h14042.Hotel-Information) > > [The Resort at Longboat Key Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-The-Resort-At-Longboat-Key-Club.h27542.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Resort at the Port](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Canaveral-Hotels-Radisson-Resort-At-The-Port.h4692.Hotel-Information) > > [Fiesta Key RV Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Long-Key-Hotels-Fiesta-Key-RV-Resort.h4578886.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahama House](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Bahama-House.h893658.Hotel-Information) > > [Vacation Village at Weston, Fort Lauderdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Vacation-Village-At-Weston.h1062880.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Beach House, Key West](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-Beach-House.h857962.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Miramar-Beach-Hotels-Embarc-Sandestin.h1054729.Hotel-Information) > > [Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Myers-Hotels-Pink-Shell-Beach-Resort-And-Marina.h15603.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Hilton-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h12537.Hotel-Information)