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Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown

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A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery. There is a sofa with patterned cushions and a wooden coffee table with books and a vase.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with blinds, and a view of a body of water.
A dining area with a round table and chairs, large windows with blinds, and a decorative planter.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, a microwave, and a sink.
A concrete pathway leading to a small building with a window, surrounded by wooden fences and a tree.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Lakeland, FL
  • Place, Eastside Village Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Parker
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Southern College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Lakeland

Located in Lakeland, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Beerman Family Tennis Center and Explorations V Children s Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Common Ground Park and Hollis Gardens. SkateWorld and Family Fun Center are also worth visiting.
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Lakeland, FL

What's nearby

  • Eastside Village Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lake Hollingsworth - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Parker - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Florida Southern College - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • The Circle B Bar Reserve - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Lakeland Station - 5 min drive
  • Lakeland Intl. Airport (LAL) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skyview Golf Course - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$966, 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.

How much is parking at A Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Cottage on Lake Near Universities and colleges. close to shops and downtown located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Wabash Shopping Center, Lake Hollingsworth and Eastside Village Shopping Center. Florida Southern College and Handley Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly as described clean, comfortable, and located on the lake. It was also conveniently close to everything we needed during our stay. The host was extremely helpful, responsive, and attentive to all of our inquiries, even after our stay had ended. We appreciated the hospitality and would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Lakeland!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is awesome, everything we need was in place. Slept like a baby. Good back view with the lake. Very close to our retreat venue, less than a mile. Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable with a nice view of the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable stay. Our host was amazing. Very helpful and caring.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the host was welcoming and the house had all that we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has an "at home" feel. It's an older home that's been very well cared for. We were close to shops, restaurants, baseball stadium, etc.The Host was EXCELLENT with communication! Without a doubt, we'd visit here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely property. From the moment we arrived it felt like a home away from home. Exceptionally clean, very well equipped. The host was a great communicator. There is a large fenced yard and a deck overlooking a pretty little lake. We liked it so much that we booked for next year before we checked out! Can’t wait to return next year.
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Clean house, great view
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was exactly as described. This was our first time renting through vrbo and the host was very friendly and helpful and was willing to take time to explain things to us. When we had questions, we received answers very quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean place

We loved the location to get to all the different parts of Lakeland. It was also 1 hr away from our grandson and his family.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly staff

House was as advertised, and the property manager was very sweet and helpful with any questions or concerns
Stayed 102 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location

Excellent location for my job. Everything I needed for a 2 month stay. Right on the lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work trip

Host was wonderful and easy to work with when we needed to add more days on. House was wonderful and clean.
Stayed 52 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Accommodation, would stay there again

Very clean and well appointed accommodation, easy to find and convenient to Lakeland and other areas. The host did a great job with hints and tips on the stay and an easy and safe way to get out of the driveway, very helpful! Catching the morning sunrise each day and seeing (and hearing) the birds and other critters was fantastic and much needed. Very peaceful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Thanks, Gregory, for your kind words. It is my pleasure to have you and your aunt staying with us. Come and stay with us again next time when you are in town. All out best wishes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeland 2024

Nice property. Very clean and well maintained. Stores and restaurants were very convenient. It was near where our friends were staying and easy to get to.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Convenient & Great View

House on lake, nice for morning viewing. We were away from the home most of the time but it was a good stay overall. Kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. Comfortable, could use some updating but the great price reflects that. Bring your own hair dryer
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

House on a lake

Property is conveniently located, a 5 minute ride from a CVS, Publix and assorted restaurants, 10 minute from downtown Lakeland. The house is as shown in the photos. It has a large yard and nice view of Crystal Lake. The host responded immediately to any concerns and had maintenance on site quickly for any issues. The beds were comfortable. There were ample sheets and towels provided.
Stayed 37 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family gathering 2025

Nice home. Neighbor hood questionable. Outside backyard has fireweed present, maybe a warning. MasterbathIs dated- could use a grab bar.? House could use better house numbers outside and front door lighting.Did very much enjoy the lake view! Traffic is constant
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good vacation spot

We spent a month at the Crystal Lake Cottage. The house is very nice; well kept; comfortable beds; even provided some paper products. It's a nice neighborhood to walk. We walked over to the university area every day. House is conveniently located near Publix, drug stores, gas stations, and restaurants. There's a small deck looking over the lake. The only downside is pulling out of the driveway. Vision is obstructed and cars are often speeding past the house. Overall, it's a nice house and owner is very responsive to any requests or questions.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2023
Thank you, Catherine, for your review,. I am pleased know that you have enjoyed your stay with us. To respond to your obstructed vision getting into the road, we have been planing to connect the side drive way with the garage. However, this involves extensive discussions with city highway and zoning department. For the safety of our guests, meanwhile, we have a side gate for guests to use which lead to a quiet road, and will avoid traffic. We are sorry for the inconvenience, Catherine, and we hope next time when you are back, we have resolved this issue. Thank you again Catherine, for your valuable review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful home with a gorgeous view!!! Everything was fully equipped, anything we needed was just a click couple minutes away or easy to snag on delivery apps. Great neighborhood, we felt incredible safe as a third shift working family new to the Lakeland area trying to figure everything out. The host was incredibly accommodating as well as kind, asy to reach, understanding, and went above and beyond. We have family coming to the area in February and we plan to recommend the same host. It wad amazing to know we could trust the location to be clean, well maintained, and have no issues. We extra appreciated the washer and dryer on sight, all the extras from hand sanitizer to tissues to soap and cleaning supplies, truly they are prepared for anything and any one! Excellent host, amazing home, great housekeeping, and delightful stay close to everything and everyone. It was a delight to sit at the kitchen table and watch fireworks from the local college ball game or for my son-a teen photographer-to get up at 5am and capture gorgeous sunset photos, or the 3am cactus bloom, such amazing memories in a short time. Thank you to the host for sharing this beautiful home. I wish we could add more than 8 photos, we have hubdreds of amazing memories.
Stayed 80 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean house with a good host.
Stayed 22 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home on the lake close to everything. Very clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay in Lakeland.

Property was clean with plenty of linens. Good location and lovely view of the lake. Wifi was great and house had that old Florida charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Functional and Clean

We were in Lakeland for spring training and this house was very functional for our stay. Two grandparents and boy/girl 17 year old twins. Bedrooms and bathrooms were good for our family. Exit from driveway onto road was pretty difficult due to hedges on left side of driveway. Don’t even consider backing out. Ten minutes to Joker Marchant Stadium was very convenient. Pillows were plentiful but hard for our tastes. No dishwasher, just bug hole under counter. Outside light was continuously coming on and off at night. Cleaners showed up one day early but owner made nice goodwill refund for embarrassment. Certainly not the Taj Mahal but worked well for our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful lake view

We loved the views of the lake and hearing all the birds. The house was just right for my family. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
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