Clermont vacation rentals

Find out why life is better at the lake in Clermont

Even though this is a land-locked area, it certainly won't seem like it with all the water around you. Most Clermont vacation rentals will place you near or on 1 of its many lakes. They'll also put you smack dab in the center of Florida. It's about 20 miles from all those famous amusement parks, which means you can visit them easily and cruise back to Clermont for some delightful downtime. Unlike most of Florida, this area's full of rolling hills and paths with scenic views that attract elite athletes who want to train in the warm climate.

Between the rollercoasters and lakes

Lakes pepper the whole area around Clermont, from Lake Minneola to Lake Minnehaha. From the banks of those, it's likely you'll be able to catch a glimpse of the region's most iconic landmark: The Florida Citrus Tower. This soaring, 75-foot-tall building is one of the original attractions of the Sunshine State, and once offered sweeping panoramas of the orange orchards, but today gives views of no fewer than 8 individual counties. It's also possible to find Clermont vacation rentals close to the theme parks, which means you can be in the company of Mickey Mouse and Sleeping Beauty in under an hour.

Log off and start to explore Clermont's great outdoors

Clermont's legion of lakes and rolling hills, plus year-round warm temperatures make it a great place to log off, power down, and get outside for some exercise. Take a jaunt on the city's many pedestrian paths, most of which encircle the lakes. In the late summer and fall, the nearby Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is a months-long celebration of delectable cuisines and drinks. Clermont's own winery also has many events that include live music and tastings. Golf is par for the course around here too, so check out the many beautiful fairways.

All hail to the glorious Florida thunderstorm

There's lots of rain to go with your sunshine. Due to its humidity and closeness to large bodies of water, Florida gets more thunderstorms than any other state. One of this area's little pleasures is a summer storm that sweeps away the stifling mugginess. And watching a rumbling storm front approach can really get your juices flowing. If you're here for the heat, book Clermont vacation rentals for the summer or early fall. Winter time cools down a bit, with temps in the 50s and 60s. Spring is thoroughly pleasant too, with average temps in the 70s and 80s.

Enjoy the hills and lakes in the not-so-flat part of Florida

Typically, Florida conjures up images of flat landscapes, so Clermont, with its lush hills, is a diamond in the rough. The Clermont Chain of Lakes is 3 bodies of water that are part of the Palatlakaha River watershed. The enormous Lake Apopka is about 3 miles away, and Floridians have made a huge effort to get its waters clean. The Oakland Nature Preserve on Lake Apopka's banks is home to wolves, snakes, turtles, and many birds. And oh yeah, this is gator country. They love freshwater, so swim in pairs and if you spy a gator, get away fast!

Transportation options to and around Clermont

The nearest airport is in Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), located 29.4 mi (47.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.), which is 19.2 mi (30.9 km) away.