3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7
Bring your boat or enjoy the views from the land -- this gorgeous lake house has it all. Built from Cypress cut from the property, this house was home to the original settlers of the area. Fully remodeled in 2013, the 1920s charm is still present throughout. Decorated in Florida Nautical/Lodge style, the home feels comfortable and sophisticated all at the same time. There is a hot tub in the backyard available for your use with 24 hours advance notice so that we can get it ready for you. Hot tub fee is $15 per day.
The nearby Mission Inn boasts 3 beautiful restaurants, fantastic golf facilities, and a spa -- all of which is open to the public, as is a beautiful walking trail.
The house is fully furnished with a fully stocked kitchen. Three bedrooms include a master with a king bed and a master bath, and two additional bedrooms: one with a full-size bed and the other with a queen and a twin. These two bedrooms share the guest bath. The living room has a queen pull-out sofa for which linens are provided. We have a pack & play if you would like to use it (bring own crib sheet & blankets).
We do generally accept one small or medium-size dog on a case-by-case basis, with a nonrefundable pet fee of $200. The backyard is fenced and the front yard is not.
Our house is a wonderful place to bring children as there are peacocks that roam the neighborhood and lots of wildlife to be seen around the property. The Yalaha Bakery is in walking distance of the house and has live music on Saturdays and Sundaysfrom 11 to 2. The house is conveniently located just 10 minutes from grocery stores and restaurants.
Other Area Activities Located in Central Florida, Yalaha is sequestered from, yet convenient to, the world's most famous theme parks and attractions in Orlando. In addition, Yalaha is surrounded by an assortment of activities and nature experiences that complete any vacation.
Lakeridge Winery – Clermont's award winning winery offers tours and insight into the cultivation and harvesting of the grapes, along with samples. Mount Dora – Antiquing in this lakeside community is plentiful. Yalaha Bakery – Authentic German and Bavarian master bakers serve delicious treats in an authentic old-world German setting. Canoeing – kayaking- jet skis President's Hall of Fame – Located in Clermont, this White House replica features life size wax figures of each U.S. President and additional memorabilia.
Nearby Cities & Attractions Approximate drive time to/from major Florida cities and attractions:
Orlando – 35 minutes Sea World Adventure Park and Discovery Cove – 45 minutes Walt Disney World – 45 minutes Universal Studios Florida – 45 minutes Daytona Beach – 75 minutes Tampa – 90 minutes
Nearby boat ramps at Hickory Point recreational Center and the Mission Inn Marina. We have a dock .
The popular and historic Mount Dora area is only 15 minutes away. Mount Dora merchants invite you to shop their quaint downtown boutiques and antique shops. Bicycle, fish, or water ski on Lake Dora, golf, and dine in the fine restaurants.
Centrally located, approximately 1.5 hours to spend a day on an Atlantic Beach or in the opposite direction, a day on the Gulf side.
Our children love visiting the town of Tavares, only 15 minutes away by car or boat. Tavares is the Sea Plane capital of Florida and the quaint downtown has a great waterfront with delicious restaurants and a huge playground and splash pad. No visit is complete without a visit to the train. Children also love visiting Uncle Donald’s Farm (15 mins) where you can meet adorable farm animals up close, or the Amazing Exotics Education Center which has more than 300 exotic and endangered animals on view.
The Trout Lake Nature Center has picnicking, hiking and environmental education opportunities, and you can be a cowboy for a day at Fiddler’s Green Ranch, where National Mounted Police horses are trained. Eighteen beautiful golf courses are located near Tavares, and wine-tasting tours are available at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards (15 mins).
Tavares is host to the annual 'Downtown Fall Festival' at the end of October, and the 'Light Up Celebration', usually held in late fall.
Pick this house because of the amazing views over the lake and the peace and relaxation of the countryside - just a short drive to the excitement of Orlando and the Parks.
Below is additional information regarding the many offerings of the Mission Inn: Championship Golf Mission Inn offers 36-holes of challenging golf including the historic El Campéon Course and its 85 feet of elevation changes - testing you like no other course in Florida. You will also enjoy wide-open fairways and gentle rolling hills of the Las Colinas Course.
Spa Marbella At Spa Marbella you can enjoy blissful spa treatments, from massages to facials and body wraps. Our therapies will envelope you in the lavishness of pure essential oils.
Tennis The resort offers six Har-Tru clay courts and two Laykold all-weather courts on our magnificent grounds. Just like the resort, all of our facilities are open to the public. Mission Inn Resort and Club has been listed in the 'Top 25 Resorts and Tennis Programs' by World Tennis Magazine.
El Cazador Trap & Skeet Range Mission Inn's El Cazador Trap and Skeet Range offers guests a unique opportunity to participate in clay sports. In trap, a single machine throws targets as the competitor moves through five different stations. In skeet, two machines throw targets while participants advance around stations arranged in a semi-circle pattern on the range. Targets, shells, guns, eye and ear protection, safety and instructional clinics are offered for a unique resort experience. Clay sport activities are perfect for a group outings and corporate retreats. Call for more details or to make an appointment.
Marina Del Rey Mission Inn's Marina Del Rey is sure to please any outdoors and boating enthusiast. The nautical center on bass-filled Lake Harris, the largest in an eight-lake chain, provides fishing, sailing, power boating, picnics and teambuilding course like none other. Guests can also reserve the lakeside pavilion, featuring sand volleyball and a nature walk for private events.
Trails of the Conquistadors Mission Inn Resort & Club offers two intertwining historical and educational eco-adventures trails celebrating Central Florida's early Spanish conquistador explorations. Nestled in the heart of the resort's El Campeon golf course (designed in 1917), the Trails of the Conquistadors takes guests through a third of a mile of undeveloped land reminiscent of native 'old Florida.'
Cycling The rolling hills of Central Florida offer adventurous and scenic cycling trails. From Mission Inn, guests will find multiple options including:
Sugarloaf Mountain – 8 miles from resort Mount Dora (downtown) – 13 miles from resort Clermont (downtown) - 15 miles from resort
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
1 pet considered w $200 nonrefundable pet fee.
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Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 494648vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Yalaha
Located in Yalaha, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon and Plantation Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Leesburg Center for the Arts and TableTop Team Trivia. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Howey Estate - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Lake Dora - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
TableTop Team Trivia - 14 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Subway - 11 min drive
7-Eleven - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7 on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$548, 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 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 3BR, 2BA Charming 1920s Lake Estate w hot tub & Beautiful Boat Dock. Sleeps 7 located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon and within 9 miles (15 km) of Howey Estate and Lake Dora. Plantation Golf Club and Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host provided timely assistance for us when GoogleMaps malfunctioned and we had trouble finding the property. Appreciate their swift reply for any questions we had. The property itself is cozy and quiet, and very scenic. We also appreciated that it is a child frendly home and that they had many books and little toys that our 2 year old enjoyed. Would stay again.
Very charming older home, great neighborhood! The outside of the home can use some clean up. Would have been nice to mention the peacocks that live there as my daughter is deathly afraid of birds!
The house is great. So comfortable and a gorgeous view of the lake. We were there for a fishing tournament on the Harris Chain. Perfect location. Convenient to boat launches and stores. Loved our stay.
Beth Ann H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Robert R.
6 February 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a family get together
Beautiful location, quiet neighborhood, nice dining room area and double living room with lakefront views, comfortable beds, very easy check-in, easy communication with Brad and Christina by text, but cleanliness a bit of an issue.
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely house. It is very charming and has a great view of the lake. Everything was clean and the owners were very responsive and helpful.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carol T.
23 May 2017
Leisure time and golf
We have stayed at this property a few times and keep going back.
Carol T.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
It is a pleasure to host you. Thank you for your stay.
We stayed for a Friday through Monday at this beautiful house and it was perfect. The kids played on the swing in the front yard and we enjoyed the view and roaming peacocks! A very relaxing weekend away.
We completely enjoyed our stay! The view are amazing. The house is beautifully decorated and homey. The peacocks kept our kids entertained for hours. We also enjoyed the variety of games available and the hot tub in the back yard.
Hurricane Milton followed us to this nice cottage.
We evacuated here from Tampa Bay during Hurricane Milton….. Our hosts were gracious and caring, and we appreciated their hospitality during the hurricane. While we mostly sheltered from the storm, the area seems very congenial and we plan on returning at a later date.
John H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carol T.
6 May 2014
Horizon League Tourney
Very nice cottage! The owners were very easy to deal with and it was perfect for a relaxing stay! We really enjoyed the proximity to Mission Inn where we went swimming every day and watched the tournament! Thank you
Carol T.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you for your stay! We are delighted you had such a nice time, and we hope to have you again in the future.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Debbie E.
17 November 2013
Beautiful and Relaxing
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely home surrounded by nature's beauty! The home is so warm and comfortable and having the piano to play provided additional entertainment and laughter. This is a wonderful place for relaxing and making memories. The owners could not have done a better job of making us feel at home. Thank you so much!
Debbie E.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thanks so much-- you were lovely guests. Hope to see you again soon.
Overall stay was great. If you love the charm of an older home this is your place. The view in the front room, which has all the windows overlooking the lake, is magnificent. The hot tub is not in working order, and should not be included in the listing. Wifi was not reliable, maybe a spectrum issue? Be prepared to use a hotspot. We were not looking to be on the internet other than some required work. The owner was gracious to give us a later checkout and was responsive to our questions.
There was no access to a boat dock on the property. Grill was not operational. The hot tub was not operational and it was dirty. The house could use a good scrubbing and updated furniture. The location was charming. We adored the peacocks!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Hosts were very responsive and helpful.
Great guidance on local attractions.
Quiet/Idyllic/beautiful location and neighborhood
Wonderful for families with children, with many toys, games, and books.
Overall needs some TLC:
- Hot tub cover needs replacement as it has failed and tub wasn’t usable. Dirty with many leaves
- Bar of hand soap or undiluted liquid soap would be welcome (liquid soap was diluted with 50% water and was quite thin)
- MBR mattress is very elevated. We’re both in our late 60s and had difficulty. Our opinion is that If steps are required, it’s probably too high.
- Check icemaker occasionally. When we arrived the spout was completely blocked with melted/refrozen ice. I was able to break up the ice and restore functionality. Appeared to be in this condition for a while as there was also a bag of purchased ice left in the freezer.
-A Keurig would be nice as guests could bring or purchase pods. This would be more convenient and flexible than with the existing drip coffee maker.
-Suggest adding contact paper to the kitchen drawers and cabinets as all were quite rusty.
-sofa in living room has cracked and split upholstery.
-Pre-stay guidance on parking would have been appreciated with address on different road than access. This was especially confusing on late night arrival with no clear driveway.
-Keypad is faded and we had difficulty initially at night reading and using it. Keys need to be firmly pushed/held until each beeps.
As with many public reviews, you can learn a lot from the negative ones. Read through negative reviews for this house and you will see a theme: bugs, dirt, dust, rust, and a lack of cleanliness. I wish I paid more attention to these before booking this house.Couches were dirty and dusty with a giant rip in one.Dead wasp next to the ant killer in kitchen. Food and greasy film on stove. Metal cabinets full of dirt and rust. Some looked more like a flea market than a house worthy of VRBO. Thick dirt and rust on bed frame. Dead ants between a glass shelf and the windowsill.To give perspective, I travel a lot and I’m great with Holiday Inn clean. I don’t need anything fancy and I don’t have unrealistic expectations. With that in mind, there is no way I could stay here. I ended up moving my family to a hotel.When I notified the owner, her response was that she called her cleaner who cleaned the house the day before and always takes pictures. Uh, ok. I’m not sure what it would have proven but we never saw the pictures. And it’s no consolation while in a dirty house. The owner told us to leave her alone and to contact VRBO. We did, but there isn’t much they can do.These owners know they don’t have to give you anything. In full disclosure, they did offer a 10% refund which is insulting.Good location. Easy check in. Artistic liberty with listing accuracy. Poor cleanliness. Communication with owner good until they decided we bothered them. Do yourself a favor and keep looking!
House was very nice, old Florida lake house. House was clean and pleasant. Host was very accommodating with the check-in process.
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2026
Thanks so much! It was a pleasure to host you.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Sharon G.
6 August 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Photos are somewhat misleading
This is the first time we have been dissatisfied with a VRBO rental. Owners need to address some cleanliness and safety issues. Hot tub was not used due to unattractive location. Kids liked the peacocks roaming the neighborhood. Sunset over the lake was pretty. Check in was easy.
This was a perfect house for our much needed getaway. Check-in was a breeze, hosts very friendly and reachable. There are 3 generously sized bedrooms, the master with a very high, very comfy queen sized bed (use the step stool to get on the bed, trust me!). One of the other bedrooms, where my mom stayed, has a full size bed which she said was very comfy as well. There is a third bedroom with both a full and a twin bed. The "Florida Room" overlooking the lake is where we spent the majority of our time. My mom uses a cane, and had no issues moving around the house. Fantastic views all day long and into the evening. The sunsets were spectacular! Also enjoyed the peacocks walking around, the white one in particular. (although they are quite loud when they are close to the house...) Neighbors were friendly, neighborhood is very walkable/runable. Plenty of items to use in the kitchen, lots of room to spread out. Didn't use the hot tub, but it looked lovely. Would definitely recommend to anyone (and I have!!) and we hope to stay here again.
Lori D.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2021
Thanks Lori. It was a pleasure to host you.
About the host
Hosted by Christina & Brad
We are Brad and Christina. We live most of the year in Orlando and with our six children and two golden retrievers.
Why they chose this property
This house was built in the 1920s and we bought in 2013 from the family that built it. It overlooks beautiful Lake Harris and the neighborhood is peaceful and tranquil. Often on Saturdays we walk to the Yalaha Country Bakery and get lunch and listen to live music. This home has been a weekend house for our family and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
What makes this property unique
The original owners of this home were the original settlers of this area and the home has a lot of character. We've furnished it to be cozy and inviting for our family. The views from the front room over Lake Harris are amazing and we hang out in the swing by the lake while the kids play on the beach in the afternoons.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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