[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. Cottage in Lake Helen with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96620000/96611400/96611324/18cf6562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96620000/96611400/96611324/876512d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96620000/96611400/96611324/acdd97ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96620000/96611400/96611324/4cd60128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96620000/96611400/96611324/96b55cff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a charming backyard oasis, this 640 sq/ft private cottage is your serene retreat. Unwind on the large screened-in porch with an overhead fan or stroll through the beautiful gardens and water feature. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4640 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - 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. ### The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. Nestled in a beautiful paved and gardened backyard space. My 640 sq/ft private cottage is behind my home in the small quiet town of Lake Helen, only a mile off of I-4. The cottage is filled with all the amenities that will make you feel at home. The cottage has one queen bed and the sofa bed is perfect for children. Also a pack and play for little ones. The cottage is perfect for two but will suit 4. The cottage is located in my back yard behind my home, surrounded by a 7' vinyl privacy fence. There is a large screened-in porch on the front of the cottage, with an overhead fan. Guests have access to the entire back yard, gardens, and water feature. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Unit size: 640 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117462300/117462207/2561ae33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Birds & Buns Bungalow De Leon Springs - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews CA $126 CA $201 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=117462207&PinnedHotelID=117462207&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110800000/110795600/110795550/w2140h1428x0y0-28c80983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Tranquil Hideaway in a peaceful, quiet Deltona neighborhood Deltona - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $110 CA $199 total includes taxes & fees Oct 21 - Oct 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=110795550&PinnedHotelID=110795550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85916400/85916304/44776a28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alling House Orange City - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=85916304&PinnedHotelID=85916304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92721600/92721506/f0faa48f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Private Home @ Blue Moon Cottage in Historic Deland, Fl. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### 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 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¢er=28.99098,-81.23842&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wd%7EoDb%7BynN%40Q%3FS%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40O%40QBS%40OBQBQBOBQBODQBODQBODODQDOFQDMDQFMFQFMFOFOFMFOHMFMHMHOHMHMHKHMHKJMHKJMJKHKJKJKJIJKLKJIJILIJILIJGLILILGLGLGLGLELGNGLELENELENELENCLCNCNCLANCNCLANCN%3FNANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%3FNBL%40NBNBL%40NBNBLBNDLBNDLDNDLDLDNFLFLDLFLFLFLFLHLHJFLHJHLHJHJHLJJJJHJJJJJJHJJLHJJLHJHLHJHLHLHNHLFLHLFNFLFNFNFLFPFLDPDLFPDNDPDNDNBPBNDPBNBPBNBPBP%40NBR%40P%40N%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FN%3FR%40PAP%3FP%3FPAP%3FPANAPARANAPCPAPCPCNCPCPCNENCPCNEPENENEPGNENENGNGNGNGNGLGNGLILGNILILILILILILIJKLIJKLIJKJKHKJKJKJMHKJKHMHKHMFKHMHMFMHMFMDMFMFMFOFMDMDODMDOBMBODMDO%40ODM%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCMAOEOAMEOCMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMGMEMGMIMGMIKIMGKIMIKIKKMIKKKKKKKIIKKKKMIKKMIKIMIMIMIMIMIMGOIMGMGOGMGOGOGOGOEOEOGOEQEOEOCQEOCQEOCOCQCQCOCQAQCQAQAOASAQAO%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HwhNAb4SBF-t31qXavOdlUGTo8Q=) Lake Helen, FL #### What's nearby - Ed Stone Park - 4 min drive - 4.7 km - Colby Alderman Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Halifax Health - UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona - 4 min drive - 5.1 km - Stetson University - 11 min drive - 11.0 km - Blue Spring State Park - 14 min drive - 14.3 km #### Getting around - DeLand Station - 15 min drive - Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive - ‪RaceTrac - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. ? > As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. on Oct 13, 2025 start from CA $126.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. 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