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A covered outdoor area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of the neighborhood.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a door.
A dining area with a white table and chairs, a blue bench, a black side table, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue island, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82092 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mount Dora, FL
  • Place, Donnelly Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Dora
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mount Dora

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Donnelly Park and Mount Dora Community Building. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Donnelly Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Donnelly House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Dora - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Yardery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wave Asian Bistro Sushi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mount Dora Confectionary - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pisces Rising - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Serendipity Brews - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!

Welcome to your perfect getaway in the heart of historic Mount Dora!

This beautifully located 4 bedroom home comfortably hosts up to 8 guests and is just a 10-minute walk to downtown, where you’ll find charming shops, local dining, and lakeside views.

Whether you’re here for a relaxing retreat or a fun group trip, this home offers the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and character.

The space

🛏️ The Charming Space
4 spacious bedrooms (sleeps up to 8)
Fully equipped kitchen
Florida room for relaxing
Washer & dryer for your convenience
Fast WiFi + Smart TV’s

🌿 Outdoor Living
Cozy outdoor seating area
Fire pit with seating — perfect for evenings under the stars
Private, relaxing yard space

🐾 Pet-Friendly Stay
Bring your furry friends along — we welcome pets!

📍 Location, Location, Location
Located in the Historic District of Mount Dora
~10 minute walk to downtown
Close to festivals, antique shops, and waterfront

Guest access

We have a fire pit with Adirondack chairs for your enjoyment! Firewood is included.

Other things to note

Check out our reviews and message me if you have any questions. We’d love to have you stay with us.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,092 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
I hope you enjoyed your stay at Cozy Cottage! Please text me when you checkout at 407-709-6187. Safe travels home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Mount Dora is within a 10-minute walk of Donnelly Park, Mount Dora Center for the Arts, and Mount Dora History Museum. You'll also find Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club and Lake Dora less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking and bicycle parking available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.), which is 10.8 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is around 24.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat!?

Yes, every house at 10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat! comes with a patio.

10 min walk to DT! Fire Pit-Pet Friendly! A true DT retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little “piece of paradise” is wonderful! The host was fantastic! We hated to have to leave. Love, love Mount Dora!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was furnished and staged nicely.
Easy walking distance to downtown. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Very nice hostess.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

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

Great stay!

Great place close to everything would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with host. Clean and well organized. Very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Perfect cottage for stay in Mount Dora

Cute and more than sufficient for a few day stay in beautiful Mount Dora-Loved the quaint town and Debbie was a great host
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The cottage was clean and very comfortable and so close to beautiful downtown Mount Dora. Our host Debbie was very responsive to any questions we had! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fequiere

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equiped. Place was clean. AC worked. WiFi not that well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blanca H.

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

Great comfortable stay

I was very very satisfied with location,cleanliness,decoration, and everything with finding on line.I took video of the place to show friends of the quiant town and the place we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

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

Lovely stay

The place was exactly as advertised. Clean, close to downtown, wonderful hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

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

Met all our needs

Beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

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

Short but wonderful stay

Adorable! Everything you need and then some!! We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mauri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a pleasure to stay in this cottage! Debbie was a wonderful and accommodating hostess. It is so accessible to the Historic district, ( that is absolutely amazing to experience), and is within walking distance from the cottage. We will return if it is available for our dates.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We enjoyed our stay in this clean cozy 1 bedroom. We loved being able to walk to downtown Mt. Dora just a few blocks away. The neighborhood is very quiet.and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Excellent Cozy Cottage

The cottage has everything you need. It has an excellent location and is clean and well maintained. Debbie, our hostess was wonderful - very attentive & accommodating. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

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

Very nice place

Very nice place to stay and within walking distance of the downtown area. Hist was responsive and quickly answered all questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ilona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and beautifully decorated
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a wonderful Stay! Debbie was a wonderful hostess her place very bright and clean. Warm and welcoming, walking distance to downtown. Thank you Debbie
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

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

Great trip

Nice, clean and comfortable. Close to town. Deborah is great to work with. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Within easy walking distance of shops if you are in good shape. Because of our age we elected to drive, less than 3 minutes from food or shopping. The Host was responsive to our texts and left us water, coffee pods and treats.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elyse P.

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

A quick trip to Mount Dora

We had a lovely time in the cottage. It was the perfect location, only a few blocks from downtown on a quiet street. The home was comfortable and had everything we needed. The outside was very attractive and the host was friendly and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

3 night getaway

The property was spotless and well maintained. The yard is beautiful. Enjoyed being so close to downtown. A very good trip & would return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Omar L.

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

Comfortable

Very detailed in comfort & needs nice and clean in a super location in Mount Dora Florida , perfect to rest and enjoy the nature in safe place nearby restaurants, shops , lake , parking right next to
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loretta H.

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

Coziest Cottage!

Our stay here was so very relaxing. The space was lovely; clean and beautifully decorated. It had most amenities and an excellent host who provided anything you needed. It was well located within a short walking distance from downtown so we walked everyday. It is on my list of favorite places to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Mt Dora Getawat

Wife and I decided to get out of Brevard County for a couple of days and just loved our experience in Mt Dora and the Cozy Cottage we stayed at. Very convenient and very cozy! Host was very pleasant!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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