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The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown

Vacation home in Mount Dora with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bar (on property)
TV, offices
TV, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mount Dora, FL
  • Place, Mount Dora Museum Of Speed
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Donnelly Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mount Dora

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Mount Dora Museum Of Speed and First Baptist Church of Mount Dora. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Mount Dora Museum Of Speed - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Donnelly Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Dora - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scapy's New York Pizza and Italian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Yardery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wave Asian Bistro Sushi - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Tiki Bar - ‬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.

The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown

Summary:
Welcome to The Estate at Mt Dora, where historic charm meets modern comfort! This booking is only for the MAIN HOUSE, which has a total of five (5) private suites. Please message us to reserve the whole estate, featuring nine (9) private suites.
★ Walking distance to Downtown (15 mins)
★ 45 Mins from Orlando International Airport (MCO)
★ Spacious free parking areas on-site
★ Free City Shuttle Pick up/Drop off on weekends

The Space:
The Estate at Mount Dora features two main structures: the Main House and the Carriage House. YOU ARE IN THE MAIN HOUSE:

The Main House has a huge living room, dining room, and a central kitchen with a gas stove, double oven, microwave, full-sized refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, blender, Instapot, and all the necessary cooking supplies. There are five private suites in the house, each equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffeemaker with coffee supplies.

1. Bougainvillea - first floor, 1 King Bed, walk-in shower

2. Bamboo - first floor, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed, walk-in shower

3. Victoria Rose - second floor, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen sofa bed, claw foot bathtub with shower, sharing an outdoor screened-in deck with Azalea

4. Azalea - second floor, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen sofa bed, walk-in shower, sharing an outdoor screened-in deck with Victoria Rose

5. Magnolia - second floor, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed in an adjoining room, walk-in shower

*** Please contact us if you'd like to book the entire property, which includes the Main house with 5 private suites and the Carriage house behind it with 4 private suites. ***

Guest Access:
You'll have exclusive access to the Estate MAIN HOUSE. You may occasionally see friendly faces, as other guests may be staying in the Carriage House suites on the property. You're also welcome to enjoy the shared outdoor seating areas in the gazebo and carport.

The Neighborhood:
We are located on the very heart of downtown Mount Dora, only minutes from delicious boutique restaurants, fine dining, and charming local shops.

Getting Around:
There is a free city shuttle that runs every Friday through Sunday. You can schedule a pick up and drop off at The Estate.

Other Things to Note:
"Do you have reliable Internet & WiFi?"

Yes, we have free WiFi.

"What kind of coffee maker do you have?"

We have a convenient combo coffeemaker that offers both a drip coffee option and a single-serve cup (K-cup). We also provide a selection of coffee pods, ground coffee, creamer, and sugar to choose from. If there's a particular brand of coffee you love, feel free to bring your favorite along!

"Do you offer early check-in/ late check-out?"

Early check-in/late check-out is based on availability. There is a fee of $15/hr before 4 pm for early check-in and after 11 am for late check-out. You are welcome to park for free if you want to explore downtown while waiting for your check-in time.

"How do we book the City Shuttle?"

You can download the Ride Freebee App on your cellphone to request for pick up and drop off within their service area. The Estate IS within the service area. The Downtown Mount Dora's Free shuttle service is only available on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9 am to 10 pm.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Estate at Mount Dora!

Interaction with Guests:
The Estate at Mount Dora offers a charming boutique-style hotel experience with hassle-free self-check-in. Please be aware that there’s no front desk available on the property. On the day of your check-in, you’ll receive the door codes to the main house front door and the door codes to the different suites. We hope you enjoy your stay and may even have the opportunity to meet some fellow guests and our friendly staff along the way.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 3 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Mount Dora, a short 11-minute walk from Mount Dora History Museum and also 13 minutes on foot from Donnelly Park. You'll also find Lake Dora and Mount Dora Museum Of Speed less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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 The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 11.3 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Orlando Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB), which is located 27.9 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown?

Yes, every accommodation at The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown comes with a balcony.

The Estate at Mount Dora * Historic Home * Walk to Downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about this place. The old charm, the accommodations, comfortable rooms! Would deff stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Thanksgiving retreat

We had a wonderful visit to Mt. Dora. The Estate was a perfect fit for our large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Knitting Group Retreat

We had 12 ladies comfortably knitting and chatting in the large living room. The kitchen was spacious for a group and buffet. Coffee pots, Keurig and coffee provided in each room. The house is well appointed and porches have nice views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024