This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lee L., Lake Mary, FL
25 May 2017
Tranquil Lakeside Retreat
The description of this property is impressive. So, it is even more impressive that the two-bedroom unit -- and its amazing lakeside location -- actually exceeds the description and expectations. My wife and I spent an extended stay here recently, and we could not have been more comfortable or pleased.
An amazing view of Lake Howell greets you when you walk through the door. That view only improves from the private back patio, the comfortable living room and the master bedroom upstairs, with an outside deck. The large lake is stunning and filled with fish and wildlife, including fascinating birds easily within your camera's view out the cypress-draped back patio or dock. This is picturesque old Florida.
In the living room, you'll immediately relax on the plush recliner sofas, in front of a flat-screen, cable-equipped TV with surround sound and an impressive DVD library. This town home has everything you will need, including a full dining table. The kitchen is ultra clean, modern and fully stocked with plates, glasses, cookware, etc. -- even a Keurig coffeemaker. The upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms are, again, very clean and ultra quiet for a good night of sleep. Each are also equipped with flat-screen TVs with cable. The wifi works great throughout.
The location of this property is convenient. A wide choice of excellent restaurants are nearby, several within walking distance. There are also several supermarkets and retail shops nearby. Downtown Winter Park is a short drive, and the tourist attractions are only 30-45 minutes away.
Jim, the owner/manager of the property, is personable, easily accessible, and took extra steps to make the accommodations most welcoming when we arrived. He is ultra-responsive to questions or issues, of which we had almost none. He is also a wealth of information about the lake and the surrounding area, including some excellent restaurant recommendations. That's why he's know locally as "Mr. Lake Howell."
I highly recommend this property, and my wife and I would stay there again -- or at any other property that Jim manages. Simply put, our experience at this Lake Howell retreat was outstanding!