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Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares

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Comfortable space in living room with 55 inch TV
Spacious corner lot for parking boats and trucks
Plenty of parking for trucks and trailers
Extra seating in kitchen for coffee and conversation
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tavares, FL
  • Place, TableTop Team Trivia
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wooten Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Dora
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares

Holiday gatherings, fishing tournaments, downtown Tavares, the Big House and the Pavilion. Plan for the holiday gatherings. The City of Tavares has served as the County's Seat for Lake County Florida, since 1888. Downtown Tavares, lies on the shores of Lake Dora. The picturesque Wooton Park sits only one block from Main Street and offers families everything from picnic pavilions to boat ramps. Tavares is also home to the Dora Canal, known as one of the most beautiful waterways in the world. Tavares is located in the center of the State of Florida 45 minutes northwest of Orlando.
Perfect location to walk into DOWNTOWN Tavares, bring boat to Tavares boat ramp and BASS FISHING tournament boat ramp, both within 1.5 miles. Quiet neighborhood and everything you need for a getaway. Coming to town for an event at the PAVILION? Perfect place to stay only 1 mile away. Visiting for art shows, antique shopping, a family gathering. BIG HOUSE sporting event, only 3 miles away. This 94 year old fully renovated bungalow is bright, clean, comfortable and in a quiet walkable neighborhood. The property has ample parking on site for 2 truck/trailers and is only 1.5 miles from the boat ramp in Leesburg or closer to the public ramp on Lake Dora. Outdoor screened seating area and gazebo in the backyard. Note: this bungalow has 2 units, the front unit is 2/1 (Barrow Bungalow)with full kitchen and the back unit (Esther Studio) is a studio 1/1, also has parking for truck/trailer combination. They are rented separately and do not interfere with either party staying on property. Both units can be rented together as a 3/2 if needed.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This home is a duplex, separate units (or it can be booked as one home if needed) Second unit is the Esther Street Studio
The outdoor space is available for both parties to use, screened backporch and outdoor gazebo area

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Tavares

Located in Tavares, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Wekiwa Springs State Park and Fern Prairie Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include TableTop Team Trivia and Mount Dora Center for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, motor boating, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Tavares, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake County Historical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • TableTop Team Trivia - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wooten Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Dora - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa Store #5270 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hwy 441 Diner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares on May 2, 2026 start from $148, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares located?

Located in the heart of Tavares, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake County Historical Museum, TableTop Team Trivia, and Lake Dora. Wooten Park and Florida Hospital Waterman are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great location! Close to everything. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

denise h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little spot!! Lovely scenic area! Beautiful house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

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

volleyball tournament at Hickory Point

Perfect location for the three of us and our daughter's sand volleyball tournament at Hickory Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

robert b.

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

Fishing Tournament

Everything was great and super easy with great location. The only negative is the neighborhood was a little sketchy but had no problems at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecil G.

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

Thanks for everything

What else can I say it was clean neat convenient. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moriah M.

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

Amazing Little Gem!

The BEST experience I’ve ever had at a VRBO. The house was so cute with so many adorable touches! The beds were unbelievably comfortable! Check in and out was smooth. The host made sure our stay was amazing! Thank you! We will be stay here again when we come back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lucretia v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was welcomed to a beautiful bungalow, full of charm. So comfortable and safe. Bungalow has everything needed for a comfortable stay. It's in a quiet neighborhood. Close to restaurants and shopping and fishind. I will most definitely be a repeat guest. Thank you so much being a grest host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

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

About the host

Hosted by KIMBERLY PIERCY

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We love to see new places and meet new people Staying in another VRBO makes it so easy to feel comfortable while traveling and we want to create that same level of comfort for our guests

Why they chose this property

Quiet, friendly, convenient area and location

What makes this property unique

Fully renovated bungalow 94 year old and each room has at least one of the original features from the original home when it was built in 1929

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