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Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Mount Dora, FL
  • Place, Lake Gertrude
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Crooked Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Leven
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20223970
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mount Dora

Located in Mount Dora, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wekiwa Springs State Park and Kelly Park. Mount Dora Center for the Arts and TableTop Team Trivia are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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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
  • ‪First Watch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mission BBQ - ‬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.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora?

As of 5 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape the Heat! Lakefront Paradise in Mount Dora on 24 July 2026 start from NZ$1,627, including 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. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Dora, Country Club of Mount Dora and Donnelly Park. The Donnelly House and Mount Dora Community Building are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning property! Host was amazing to work with and we enjoyed the boat and lake! House well equipped and very comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
We are glad your stay at Dock Holiday on beautiful Lake Gertrude! Thank you for leaving the home in pristine condition. We hope you come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blayke A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2026
Thank you for staying with Dock Holiday and, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to you visiting us again. Also, thank you for leaving the home in pristine condition.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with Dock Holiday!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is fantastic. The check in process was great. We communicated with host and he was very responsive. The amenities were great and the lake is beautiful. We plan on renting this property again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR W.

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

Spectacular Lake View

We loved the view. Super quiet neighborhood. Spotless clean. Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

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

Awesome Home

We had a blast in this immaculate house!! We came for the Bass event on Harris Chain. Plenty of room for the 8 of us with so many extras!! Best house we've stayed in!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

A great retreat with amazing views

Beautiful well appointed property. House is very large accommodating 5 adults very comfortably. The dog friendly aspect was a huge bonus. The dog run on the side yard was also a big bonus. Nice car port to park under, fancy Keurig Coffee maker (good to know this before you arrive) loved the gas stove and well set up kitchen along with the gas grill outside. Cannot say enough nice things about this property, we loved it and hope to return during Mt. Dora's off season (if there is such a thing).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

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

Enjoyable stay near Mt Dora

We visited the Mt Dora area for wedding, and this property was great for our multi-family group. We loved that the bedrooms were on the main floor with the kitchen, dining, and living area in the basement with beautiful views of the lake. Some enjoyed the paddle board and kayak while others relaxed on the patio area. My kids enjoyed seeing different birds and fish in the area. The property is about 10 minutes from Mt Dora. The Gilbert park playground and nearby boardwalk were so good we visited twice during our short stay! Thanks for letting us make ourselves at home in your home for a few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Fantastic Time

My family had a fantastic time during our weeklong stay. This house is awesome. It was very clean, close to downtown Mount Dora, shopping and restaurants. The owner was easy to work with and jumped right on a couple of minor issues that came up. The lake is fabulous and great to swim in. We highly recommend this home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace N.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

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