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Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL

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A fire pit table with a mug and a chair in a park setting.
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A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and a bedside lamp.
A conference room with a round table, folding chairs, a ceiling fan, and an exit sign.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre

    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Lake Dora
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Tavares, FL
  • Place, Lake Dora
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wooten Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchenette
Number of living rooms

About this property

Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL

Our lovely fully furnished 1 bed/1 bath Sunshine Suite Cottage 36! Freshly remodeled vacation rental cottages at Dora Canal Court in Tavares, Florida.

Enjoy being steps away from the famous Dora Canal and walking distance to downtown Tavares. Relax with some boating, fishing, seaplanes, sunshine and more! Lots of waterfront restaurants and always fun events going on around town. Located in Central Florida next to Mt Dora and about 45 min north of Orlando. Tavares is known as America’s Seaplane City.

Assigned parking per cottage with boat parking availability. Seawall for overnight boat docking also available. Private community fish cleaning station by canal. Private community laundromat and gathering areas.

We are a family owned and operated waterfront community with 13 residential mobile home lots mixed in with 8 vacation rental cottages.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4355951vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Tavares

Located in Tavares, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Lake County Historical Museum and Paul P. Williams Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Evans Park and Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club. Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Leesburg Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Tavares, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake County Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Dora - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wooten Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Eustis - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL?

As of 19 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL on 22 September 2026 start from NZ$765, 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 Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage 36: Sunshine Suite - Dora Canal Court - waterfront/downtown Tavares, FL located?

Located in the heart of Tavares, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake County Historical Museum and Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center. Wooten Park and Lake Eustis are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

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

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room great communication with the owners would recommend this to anyone great location as well
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! Very clean, and the host was extremely nice and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place to stay, owner is very nice! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed at Cottage 36. It was perfect for the two of us, cozy with just enough room. We were there attending the Tavares Spring Thunder Vintage Regatta. The place was very clean and had everything we needed, although we did ask for two extra towels which were promptly provided. Great location, nice and quiet, the way we like it. I would highly recommend if you are in the area and need a quiet, comfortable place to stay, this is it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy and Comfortable

Nicely renovated. Slightly tight space in the bedroom, but just enough for my husband and I to enjoy and be comfortable for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solo traveler for a week long work trip. I am a hotel snob and have never seen a property this clean. Host very responsive. I would certainly consider again, if travel takes me to that region.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Erica Croft

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As a lifelong resident of Tavares, I am the third-generation owner of Dora Canal Court. Family-owned and run since 1971, we have proudly hosted guests and provided them with an exceptional opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Dora Canal, offering a distinctive and authentic accommodation experience within Tavares.

Why they chose this property

Our area’s distinct natural beauty offers numerous outdoor activities, including freshwater springs, paddle boarding, manatee encounters, botanical gardens, wildlife preserves, and more. Dora Canal Court is ideally situated for discovering the best of Central Florida. We’re located between the sunny beaches of both Florida coasts, the lively senior events of The Villages, and the world-famous theme parks of Orlando.

What makes this property unique

Our newly remodeled and fully furnished cottages offer a comfortable, low-maintenance retreat between adventures. With direct boat access to the Harris Chain of Lakes, you can easily explore waterfront restaurants, golf courses, live entertainment, and unique boutiques in Tavares and Mount Dora.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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