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Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora

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A wooden dock extending into calm water with a covered seating area and a small boat. - Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora (Mount Dora)
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a view of the outdoors. - Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora (Mount Dora)
A covered boat dock with a covered area, wooden deck, and a view of a lake. - Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora (Mount Dora)
A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a wooden nightstand, and a window with a view of greenery. - Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora (Mount Dora)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a central island. - Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora (Mount Dora)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms3000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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About this property

Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora

  • Exclusive Lakefront Escape on Lake Gertrude!

    Discover one of the only short-term rentals directly on Lake Gertrude, Mount Dora's pristine, spring-fed lake, perfect for your getaway! Located just 1.5 miles from downtown Mount Dora's charming boutiques and restaurants, this beautifully renovated home offers unparalleled lakefront luxury.

    -- THE PROPERTY --

    Swim or boat in crystal-clear waters, relax on the private deck with stunning views, or enjoy the chef‚s kitchen and spacious rooms‚ideal for families and groups.

    Parking: Driveway (4 vehicles), boat trailer parking allowed, limited street parking available; no RVs

    -- THE LOCATION --

    Explore Disney World, Universal Orlando, or SeaWorld (30-40 min drive), Daytona Beach (~ 1 hr), or Wekiva Springs (16 mi) for swimming and kayaking. Mount Dora, the Festival City, dazzles year-round with events like the nationally ranked Craft Fair.

    -- REST EASY WITH US --

    Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

    -- POLICIES --

    - No smoking
    - No pets allowed at the property
    - No events, parties, or large gatherings
    - Additional fees and taxes may apply
    - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
    - Boat rental is available for qualified boaters, depending on experience
    - Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell camera on the front door facing the exterior front entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video and sound when motion is detected or when the video doorbell button is pressed

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Located in Mount Dora, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Fern Prairie Preserve and Wekiwa Springs State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mount Dora Center for the Arts and King's Landing. With kayaking, scuba diving, and motor boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Mount Dora travel guide
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Mount Dora, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Gertrude
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • East Crooked Lake
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • West Crooked Lake
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lake Joanna
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Loch Leven
    3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    20 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • First Watch
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Chick-Fil-A
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Gertrude and East Crooked Lake. Lake Joanna and West Crooked Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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