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LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando

Lakefront cottage with water park and Hot tub

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Lakefront fully renovated cottage with dock, boathouse and lift, kayaks & more
Tournament surveyed slalom for those bringing their boat.
Open concept living room with full view of lanai and lake.
Living room with electric fireplace and flatscreen TV with Roku and DVD player.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bella Collina Golf Club
  • Place, Lakeridge Winery
  • Place, National Training Center
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando

Rare LAKEFRONT cottage with 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, large 4 person canoe, hot tub and 2 adult size bikes. Cottage fully renovated in 2019: new furnishings, new Serta Black mattresses, new dock and boathouse, excellent air conditioning, full wrap-around screened lanai for balmy breezy evenings. Direct access to a spring-fed lake means your vacation starts in your backyard! Note: max guests = 4; No Guests of Guests (meaning, no local visitors even for day use unless with explicit approval by owners).

Imagine taking a quiet paddle around a serene lake with bald eagles and pelicans diving for fish; herons and egrets gracefully stalking the shorelines; canoeing at dusk casting for dinner; roasting S'mores at your lakeside fire pit; playing cards/board games or reading a book in a wrap-around screened lanai with lakeview. This is more than a "lake view" - this is FAMILY FUN lake enjoyment without the risky crowds and need for social distancing. Owner is RN and fastidious about disinfection! Additionally, new washer/dryer have SANITIZE settings.

YOU can have a dream vacation - close to Orlando attractions such as Universal Studios, Disney Parks, LEGOLAND, I-Drive shopping, Clermont Olympic Training Center, cycling, world-class golfing and more. The town of Montverde is within walking distance and within Kirk Park there are 4 new pickleball courts, 2 new tennis courts and 2 lakeside parks: one on Lake Florence and the other on Lake Apopka (Truskette Park) in addition to a boat launch on to Lake Apopka.

A hidden gem is the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive and trails (check hours, currently open weekends and holidays only)-- rated 3rd nationally for birding, but other wildlife like bobcat and gators make LAWD home too.

Walking distance to Internationally acclaimed Montverde Academy - monthly/seasonal rental discount available. MANY NEW RESTAURANTS IN MONTVERDE: Cal's Kitchen (delectable Italian and pizza), Willie's BBQ, and Sweet and Sassy Place (real ice cream, homemade candies and empanadas); The View at National Clermont - a driving range (at Sanctuary Ridge Golf Course - minutes away), Plus, many wonderful restaurants in both nearby Winter Garden and downtown Clermont.

Nearby Golf: King's Ridge, Clermont National, Forest Lake and Legends Golf Courses.

CLEANING / DISINFECTION PRACTICES: The screened in wrap-around lanai means we can air everything out while we do a thorough cleaning/sanitizing.

SECURITY CAMERAS: We have one outdoor actively recording camera overlooking the front driveway towards the street that records video. There is a second outdoor actively recording camera that aims at the dock structure and kayak/paddleboard rack that records video. We use this camera to monitor the watersports equipment only (to assure equipment is secure). This camera CAN NOT view the hot tub, deck or anywhere towards the house past the beach.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
All children count towards max occupancy
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO GUESTS of GUESTS including day use (e.g., friends or family live nearby and come to visit you). NO PARTIES or EVENTS.
Montverde is a tranquil, quiet town. Please observe quiet time: 9pm-8am. Enjoy your vacation but respect our neighbors: sound travels over water.
Damage deposit includes: damage/lost kayaks, paddleboards, canoe, PFDs, paddles, excessively soiled linens and towels.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montverde

Located in Montverde, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Presidents Hall of Fame and Clermont Historic Village Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Citrus Tower and Central Florida Railroad Museum. Sky Zone and Watertoyz of Clermont are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Montverde, FL

What's nearby

  • Bella Collina Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lakeridge Winery - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Citrus Tower - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • National Training Center - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hancock Park - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White Castle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The View Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is LAKEFRONT - kayak, fish, paddleboard, canoe, HOT TUB, golf -near Orlando located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Bella Collina Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ferndale Preserve and Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club. Clermont National and Southlake Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 182 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aminta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Quiet neighborhood. The place was clean and the owners provided everything we needed for a fun weekend. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place and clean. Hot tub was fantasticMade for a great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viorica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience at this lakeside house. The paddleboards and kayaks were a real bonus, providing us with moments of relaxation and fun on the water. The location was also quite convenient, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The only downside was that the TVs were a bit old. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Cute little cottage on the lake. The owners thought of everything to make our vacation comfortable and easy. Smooth check-in, great communication & fast check-out. The lake is beautiful! My favorite part of the trip were early mornings with coffee on the enclosed back porch. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was bit further from all the action of Orlando, but it worked out well for our family so we could have some down time. The beds were comfy and amenities were perfect. The owners even added in some extra touches, like s'mores stuff and robes. The swings on the dock were a great touch! Just watch the pitch on the driveway as it is easy to scrape the bottom of a car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karimah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay!

Me and my husband needed a nice long weekend getaway and the lakehouse was perfect. Super quiet and so comfortable, and the bed and pillows are excellent! The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet so don’t come here looking to party, but come to relax. It’s stocked with everything you need and the hosts Kelly and Gary were so kind and welcoming! The only thing I would watch out for is the driveway is steep so if you’re a nervous driver, just stick to parking on the road. Willie’s Ribs which was recommended and very close to the house was excellent, and a lovely little drive to LunaSea Farms nearby lets you pet llamas and alpacas. We would absolutely stay here again and again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

The property was perfect! We really enjoyed our stay there and will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Excellent place. Nice alternative to the Disney hype, but still close enough if you want to go there. May be staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Lake Stay

This property is an older “authentic” lake cottage. We really enjoyed the peace and quiet and the location was perfect since we were in the area to attend a wedding. We were disappointed that the hot tub was not working but overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

We enjoyed our our quiet, peaceful stay at the lake. The shoreline is nice and sandy and perfect for getting in and out of the kayaks. We would definitely recommend and would come back for another long weekend stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

D. S. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway

Very quiet and scenic getaway spot. Close to great dining (6-8miles) in Clermont. Short Uber and Lyft rides for reaponsible nights out. Really enjoyed the lake view and hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

It’s hard to describe how great our week at the Buoy Bungalow was! I’m not sure if the listing on VRBO does an adequate job of describing how nice this place is. Kelly and Gary have thought of everything and are wonderful hosts. If you want to waterski, you won’t find a better place to stay. One of the highlights of every day was seeing Gary pull the boat up to the dock to take me skiing!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celine & Jean V., LAKE WORTH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Lake House in Montverde

A place to call home when vacationing to recharge and refresh. This property met all of our needs and provided a great setting to enjoy inside and outside. We would definitely go back and recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lakefront cottage getaway

I want to keep this a secret! Relax...these owners have thought of everything to make this quaint cottage so special. Sunsets are priceless and the lake is picturesque.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house. Loved the location.

Quiet neighborhood. Loved watching birds dive for fish from back porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molli H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect lake stay

Loved the water views and bird watching - especially from the hot tub! Incredibly relaxing and peaceful vibes. Place was super clean with so many thoughtful touches. Hosts are exceptional communicators. Couldn’t ask for anything more!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous House and View

The house was beautiful on the inside and very well appointed with everything we needed. The view of the Lake is spectacular and the screened porch was nice to sit in and look at the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it!

This is an adorable cottage on a beautiful lake. (The paddle boarding and kayaking were so much fun!) Greg and Kelly are very accommodating and provided clear communication. We would definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded getaway with a view

We loved the vibe and there were so many amenities offered, it was a perfect break from the city, and fairly close to all the springs we went to visit in the area. The house is so lovely and comfy, the hot tub was amazing, and pretty much everything we needed was available to us. Thanks Gary n Kelly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and serene lake house

We had an amazing stay! The bungalow was clean, exactly as pictured, and in a nice safe area! We really enjoyed the hot tub and the view of the lake! The bonfire pit and water toys were an added bonus. The house was cozy and very well stocked! They really thought of everything a guest may need. We will definitely return!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dotti C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside Retreat

We stayed for 3 days in this lovely, beautifully appointed and supplied home on the lake. Lots of great info on the house (everything is labelled!) and on using all the water things. There are so many fun things to do, and all the equipment is provided. The deck and the house are amazingly comfortable and the views are unbeatable. We loved getting to stay in this home - and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

There were so many thoughtful touches that made a world of difference to our stay! From the picnic cooler to the basket of coffees (lasted us an entire week!) to the robes and lots of towels and extra blankets, we wanted for absolutely nothing. The cottage was spotless, super clean and very comfortable. There were books and games available, water sport items, even the ingredients for smores! Definitely would return and definitely do recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE R., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Lakefront Cottage

This unit was beautiful and very clean. Communication with the owners was very easy. The location was a great base for our stay we were visiting the Winter Garden area. We highly recommend booking this cottage you will not be disappointed. If we were younger we would have enjoyed the use of the paddleboards and canoe that were also provided
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice quiet getaway

Old cottage that has been renovated very nicely inside and very well supplied. Clean and cozy. Had dock to fish off and canoe and kayaks to use. My only negative comments are landscaping needed to be cleaned up and upper deck walkway was in very poor condition. Needs to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay ever

The owners were so helpful and very easy to communicate to be with. The location was wonderful - right on the lake - so relaxing with great sunrises and sunsets. The cottage is located in a very nice neighborhood. I’m a walker and I felt very safe walking early every morning when I was there. We did not use any of the equipment that came with the cottage but it was all in very good condition and very easy to access. The cottage was very nicely decorated, well stocked, the furniture was comfortable and the bed was perfect. We really have no complaint or suggestions. We’ve never gone back to the same place twice but we would go back here for sure. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gary and Kelly (husband and wife)

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We moved to Florida to ski year round and have never regretted this decision. After renting for several years on local lakes to search for our dream community - we found it in Montverde! The quiet small village and lake community with surrounding hills and countryside were just what we were looking for after long work days. The hills and local bike trails are perfect for cross training. Gary is a Realtor, so he'd love to help you find YOUR dream home too!

We're health nuts! We're both dedicated to healthy living -we have to, to continue to enjoy watersking at our "advanced ages." With the recent pandemic, we strive to stay healthy not just to ski, but because we're also scuba divers. The recent virus can cause irreparable damage to lungs which will put an end to diving. So, we're striving not just to keep your stay healthy, but we're doing EVERYTHING we can to avoid getting sick ourselves. We feel relatively fortunate to live on a lake where we can easily isolate, social distance, yet have fun each day!

Why they chose this property

Why is this property special? Undoubtedly because of the lake, watersports and fishing - but not to discount the fact that the cottage is walking distance to Internationally acclaimed Montverde Academy and local golfing, biking, Disney/Universal etc. attractions.
Direct access to a spring-fed lake means your vacation starts in your backyard! Kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing out your backdoor. There's also world class golfing nearby as well as several new restaurants in Montverde - Cal's Kitchen (gourmet pizza), BBQ, and ice-cream shop and Blackbear - Cuban sandwiches and more! Seeing as Montverde is just a little village, we feel blessed to have so many choices. Nearby Clermont/Minneola has lakeside dining (we love the Minneola Tiki Bar for sunsets) as well as several new breweries and a couple new Mexican restaurants (we're talking old town Clermont) and of course the regular chain restaurants in the business area.

What makes this property unique

CLEANING PROTOCOL
Owner is a Registered Nurse. This means I bring a high level of respect for antiseptic fastidiousness to cleaning our cottage for our guests: we sanitize / wipe down of ALL surfaces (since it is a small house it is easy to promise and do a real thorough cleaning) - everything you can imagine - fan pulls; hooks, blind rods, you name it; and Lysol upholstered furniture - but except for the couch and coverlets, all other fabrics are Sunbrella and safe to wipe down with disinfectant. We have sanitizing washer AND dryer - so washing all bedding each time. We have 2-3 sets of EVERYTHING - bedding, shower curtains, bathmat, shower liners --so they are washed and swapped out between guests.

NEW PROTOCOL: We used to keep tons of towels stored at the cottage (it's a lake, you'll use lots of towels). We still make sure you have plenty of towels but there's also the in-unit sanitizing washer/dryer are at your disposal to wash towels/sheets on your own between uses.

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