Title: Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72360500/72360443/d012bb22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72360500/72360443/w1024h570x0y57-da2aa1b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72360500/72360443/5eea90ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72360500/72360443/w905h683x60y0-fc6d85ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72370000/72360500/72360443/w906h683x59y0-2cdc4570.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Beautiful lake front house offers a serene retreat with spacious living and dining areas, big screen smart TV, and centre AC. With an outdoor deck overlooking the lake, a kitchen, indoor utility room nearby universities and shopping plaza this is your ideal sweet home away from home. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown This comfortable and beautiful lake front home is very clean with 3bed/2bath/2 car and plenty of parking. Spacious living and dining area with big screen smart TV. Centre AC, kitchen, indoor utility, outdoor deck overlooking the lake. Near universities, colleges and shopping plaza, minutes away from downtown Lakeland, main library and lakeland museum. 2.4 miles from Polk Parkway, easy to travel to Tampa and Orlando. If you are looking for a convenient, clean and comfort place foryourvacation, look no more. Our lake cottage is your sweet home away from home. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91710000/91709400/91709365/5dd42657.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Midway between Disney and the Gulf beaches Polk City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 63 reviews CA $139 CA $262 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=91709365&PinnedHotelID=91709365&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105386300/105386226/845d1b7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Green Roof House! 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Any personal items that left behind or forgot will be exposed. Items that request to be shipped to gueats will be charged for $50 handling fee plus shipping costs. Close all the windows and lock all the doors. It's our pleasure to have you as our guests. Stay with us again next time when you are in town. Please leave us your review. Thank you and have a safe trip home. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules 1\. Only guest with 5 star reviews are aloud to book the property 2. No water activities are aloud 3. Do not cross the chain link fence into the lake. 3\. No parties of any kind and no loud music from 10pm to 8am. Please respect our neighbors and if you don't, they will call us. 4\. No more than 6 guests listed on the reservation are allowed to be on the premises without prior approval. Approval will result in additional fees. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![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%7C28.02441%2C-81.91185&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YUOxP56TUg6KfJqI9imM2WBrQ-Q=) Lakeland, FL #### What's nearby - Eastside Village Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 3.1 km - Sanlan Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 4.5 km - Lake Parker - 4 min drive - 3.8 km - Combee Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km - The Circle B Bar Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.8 km #### Getting around - Lakeland Station - 5 min drive - Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Primo's Pizzeria - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wabash Shopping Center, Lake Hollingsworth, and Eastside Village Shopping Center. Florida Southern College and Handley Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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