Title: The Side Gate - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Side Gate Vacation home in Mount Dora with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for The Side Gate ![TV - The Side Gate (Mount Dora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440600/120440562/96e4ee20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - The Side Gate (Mount Dora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440600/120440562/02ad0240.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - The Side Gate (Mount Dora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440600/120440562/990d1f5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Side Gate (Mount Dora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440600/120440562/37bf9df9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, dishwasher - The Side Gate (Mount Dora)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120450000/120440600/120440562/c9b373f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Side Gate provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### The Side Gate Nestled in Mount Dora, less than a mile from the downtown, this cozy bungalow offers a lovely bedroom with a comfy queen bed. The property is newly renovated with its own private driveway and gated area. What makes this space unique is its warm rustic feel with wood ceilings and beams. It comes equipped with a kitchenette with a dishwasher and full sized fridge. Also includes an all-in-one washer and dryer. Security cameras on property for safety. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33483000/33482912/fbfd8bc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### High Hedges Cottage - Close to downtown Mt Dora in quiet neighborhood Mt Dora - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 147 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=33482912&PinnedHotelID=33482912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112180000/112176800/112176784/w1017h1366x515y0-7dbd5862.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lil’ Scotty - Private Cozy Efficiency Mount Dora - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews CA $166 CA $250 total includes taxes & fees Jan 14 - Jan 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=112176784&PinnedHotelID=112176784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78280000/78277100/78277009/w1597h1063x3y3-162cc13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique "Tiki Hut" vibe in Downtown Mt Dora!!!! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No smoking or vaping on premises No pets of any kind or size No events/hosting more than 2 guests ### 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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=28.795654,-81.63071&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7D_xnD%7CnfqN%3FS%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%3FQ%40QBO%40S%40OBQBQ%40QDOBQBQBODOBQDODQDODODOFODOFOFODOFMFOHOFMFOHMHMFMHMHMHMJMHMHKJKHMJKJKJIJKJKJKJIJILKJGLKJGLILGLILILELGLGLGLGLELENGLENCLENCLENCNCLCNCNALCNANANCNAL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%40LBN%40N%40NBL%40NBNBLBNBNDLBLDNBLDNFLDLDNFLFLFLFLDLHJHLFLHLFJJJFLJJHJHJJLJHJJHJJJJJLHJHJJLHLHLHLHLHLFLHLFNHLFNFNFLFNFNDNFNDNDNDNDNDPDNDPBNDNBPBPBNBP%40PBP%40NBR%40N%40P%40P%3FP%40P%40P%3FP%3FN%3FR%3FP%3FN%3FPAPAR%3FNAPAPAPCPANCPAPCPCNCPCPENCPENENEPENENENEPGLEPGLGNGNGLGNILGNILGNIJILILILILKLIJIJKLKJKJKHILMHKJKHKJMHKHKHMHMFMHKFMHMFMDMFMFOFMDMFODMDOBMDMBODOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAOCMAOCOAMEOCOCMEOCMEOCMEOEMGMEMGMGMGMEMGMIMGMIMGKIMIKIMIKKKIKIKKKMKIKKKKIMKKIKIMKMIMIMIMGKIOIMGOGMIOGMGOEOGMGQEMGQEOEOEOEQEOCOEQCOCQCQEOAQCQCQAOAQCQAQ%3FQAOAS%3FQAQ%3FO%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nhPq837Tty-JzDcCqNuix2WyT_4=) Mount Dora, FL #### What's nearby - First Baptist Church of Mount Dora \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Donnelly Park \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Mount Dora History Museum \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Lake Dora \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Renninger's Antique Center \- 2 min drive \- 1.7 km #### Getting around - Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Scapy's New York Pizza and Italian Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Jeremiah's - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Yardery - ‬17 min walk - ‪Wave Asian Bistro Sushi - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Side Gate pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Side Gate? ### What time is check-out at The Side Gate? ### Where is The Side Gate located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Side Gate Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Albert Jan 4, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication It was the attention to detail. And the personal touch with the hand written welcome letter!! ##### Albert Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wallace Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication My sister and I had an unforgettable stay at "The Side Gate" during the Mount Dora Art Festival! This charming cottage, completely separate from the main house, offers a cozy retreat with its own dedicated off-street parking. Just 3/4 of a mile from the bustling village of Mount Dora, you'll find an array of fabulous restaurants and unique shops right at your fingertips. Plus, there are plenty of water activities nearby to enjoy! Whether you're in the mood for a classic meal at Outback or want to savor the local flavors at the Peach Pantry, you’ll be thrilled with the dining options. The newly built cottage is beautifully appointed, featuring a super comfy bed and a lovely bathroom—perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring. And let’s not forget our fantastic host, who made our stay even more special! It was an experience filled with comfort, excitement, and charm! ##### Wallace Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025