Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida
Spend your nights under a 400-year-old live oak in a recently renovated 57' era lakeview bungalow with a great "Old Florida feel"! This amazing property is a 3/2, 2100 sq ft home on a half-acre with views and direct Lake access to Big Lake Harris featuring a 50ft Floating Dock, and a covered RV carport complete with a power hook-up. Convenient location with 3 major restaurants in walking distance. Publix and at least a dozen other dining and entertainment options are a 5-minute drive. Attractions and The Villages are just 20-30 minutes away.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 3900851
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
About the neighborhood
Leesburg
Leesburg is home to this vacation home. TableTop Team Trivia and Leesburg Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit ViaPort Florida and Lake Square Mall. Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Uncle Donald's Farm are also worth visiting.
Lake Sumter Sports Complex and Recreation Area - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Lake-Sumter State College - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min walk
Arby's - 14 min walk
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Waffle House - 16 min walk
Steak 'n Shake - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida?
As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida on Jul 6, 2026 start from $314, 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 Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakeview house with old Florida feel close to everything fun in Central Florida located?
Situated in Leesburg, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Harris and ViaPort Florida. Lake Square Mall and Lake Sumter Sports Complex and Recreation Area are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Beautiful home; clean, comfortable, lots of space. Close to everything but tucked away in a quiet little neighborhood. The setting under trees with Spanish moss and the view of the lake are amazing. Great property!
Stacy J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2026
Appreciate your review Stacy! So glad you enjoyed your stay with us, would love to have you guys back if your ever in the area!!
Beautiful home well maintained. Host answered every question I had and quickly. Will definitely stay here again.
James D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2026
Thanks so much the kind review, we enjoyed hosting you and look forward to seeing you next time,
We'll put an order in for a 5 pounder when you come back!!
Lovely home with all the amenities one would need. It was conveniently located to where our Amphicar Swim-In activities were held. The covered canopy was great protection for our convertibles and the trailer parking had plenty of room for the rig.Communication from the host was very good and we even got to meet him. Made the booking well in advance, but plenty of photos in the listing made us feel like we were already there.I certainly hope to stay here in the future!
Ralph F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you and meeting you Ralph and thanks for the kind review! So happy the place worked out so well for you guys and look forward to hosting you next year! Your Amphicar was really awesome, I enjoyed going over it with you!
We had a great stay! The house was very clean and spacious. We enjoyed the game room with ping pong, pool table and dart board. Publix and many restaurants very close by. Hosts were quick to answer questions too!
Dawna B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 31, 2025
So glad you guys had a good time and enjoyed the property! We appreciate your kind words and if you are ever in the area again, we would love to have you back!
Wonderful lake house!! Loved the layout, spacious rooms, beautiful views from the dock, stocked with all that we needed for the weekend, plenty of linens & the game room was an added bonus for us all!
The house was impeccable and charming with that “old Florida “ feel. Centrally located, we found it easy to take day trips elsewhere. The owner was immediately responsive to any need we had and we absolutely would book again!
The house was very welcoming and relaxing! The host was quick to answer all questions and very accomadating! I loved the size of the home and location. Very quiet neighborhood and neighbors were very kind! We were in town for my nephew's wedding so didn't have time to really explore the area. Would like to return to rent this home again so we can explore the area! The game room was a huge plus! Thank you for hosting us!
Leigh C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2026
Thanks for your kind words, we hope you do make it back to the area as we would be more than happy to host yoU again!
What a great stay! The property was excellent. Close to stores yet a very quiet and secluded feel. Both the inside and the outside were very charming. House felt big and open. Plenty of room. Hosts were readily available all throughout the process and even came to the rescue when we needed something. Would definitely recommend this to anyone staying in the area.
This was our second consecutive year staying at this lovely home in Leesburg, nearby our dad’s home and close to many restaurant options shopping. We love the home’s amenities and the game room can’t be beat. Thanks for another perfect place to spend the weekend.
Patricia B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 16, 2026
We are so glad you guys enjoy the property and really appreciate you wanting to come back again and stay with us! It means we are doing something right!
We look forward to hosting you guys the next time!
We very much enjoyed our stay. Beautiful scenery. Owner replies to messages with questions timely.
Kristin C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay Kristin, and we appreciate the great condition you left the house in!
We hope you choose Royal Oak Lakefront again or our new property Lakefront Magic Wilderness Cabin for your stay if you are ever back in the area, we would love to host you again!
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10/10 Excellent
Mark
May 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful place to stay. The house is roomy, with lots of spaces to sit and socialize. And the game room was a huge bonus. Our group spent many fun hours there.
We had a wonderful weekend stay at this property. The home is very clean and the we were supplied everything that was needed. The house is right across from the lake and the enormous grand oak trees were breathtaking. This VRBO is on top of my list to stay again.
What a great place for our family to stay while visiting for Grandpa's birthday celebration weekend. We loved the ample indoor and outdoor spaces for everyone to spread out, and the game room was a huge hit. The home is well-appointed and very comfortable. We will definitely be back.
My Family and I had an amazing and fun time at the Lakeview House! The game room had something for everyone. The entire home was extremely clean and very comfortable with plenty of room and seating. Check in and out was very easy. I would recommend staying here to anyone!
Daniel B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 2, 2024
Thank You Daniel for your kind review! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed themselves during your stay over Thanksgiving. Please look us up again if you ever are in the area, we would love to have you back!
Our stay at Bob and Melanie’s Wilderness Cabin and the Lake House was fantastic! The sunset water views were beautiful and the cabin provided everything we needed to be comfortable. It had a rustic Disney theme and was super clean! The Lakehouse was spacious and we had fun playing ping pong, pool and darts. We definitely will be back!
Louis Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 3, 2025
Thanks so much Louis! I am glad you got to stay at and enjoy both of our properties, Royal Oak Lakeview and our newest, the Magic Wilderness Cabin. It was a real pleasure meeting you and the family and look forward to hosting you guys again when you come back this summer!
Such a beautiful home! Carol and bob were great hosts. The game room was a hit for us and the kiddos, lots of fun and very cozy! Outside was absolutely beautiful, the oak trees & the path down to the chairs by the water, such a beautiful experience! I only wish we had more time there!
Great location for fishing a bass tournament on Lake Griffin!
This property was conveniently located 5 miles from the Herlong Park boat ramp. It's just off Hwy 441, close to restaurants and shops but it feels like a secluded hideaway. There was parking for two boat trailers. The house was spacious, comfortable and well laid out. Everything you needed was provided - even coffee! We enjoyed our short stay!
Maryann N.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2024
Thanks Maryann for your kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our property, we work hard to make it feel like you are at home.
We would love to host you again if you are ever back in the area!
I was blown away when I turned off the multi-lane commercialized mess of 441 onto the street leading to the house, and was suddenly enveloped by the calm and quiet. An Olive Garden at the end of the road, and no inkling it would be there at the house! The house was super roomy, yet with enough interior doors you could close areas off if necessary. It was cool and welcoming - an old Florida house with nice updates. Enjoyed staying here! One note: if staying with dogs, there are two large dogs in the house at the end of the road. They seem friendly enough, but I (and my dogs) met up with them when their owners were present - it would've been startling to have them greet us if there was just me and my dogs.
We had an absolutely perfect stay during Christmas! The home is very spacious and was super comfortable for our family. Three couples a toddler and a collie. The host thinks of everything to make your stay comfortable. He even offered to put up a Christmas tree for us before we got there, which we happily accepted! We mentioned hoping to use the fire pit and Bob actually made sure we had firewood! There’s a pool table, ping pong table and even a box of toys for little ones. We were there to visit other family for the holidays so unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to take advantage of all of the amenities at this house but we will stay here the next time we come back, it’s such a fun house. There’s a pretty lake view, a large yard and even an RV hook up. The location is perfect, not far from historic downtown Leesburg, walking distance to a few restaurants, minutes from a mall and grocery stores, and less than 30 minutes to beautiful Mount Dora. The kitchen and bathrooms are well equipped and the house was very clean. Our bedroom didn’t seem to get a lot of heat (I’m always cold) but there were extra blankets in the linen closet and they were super comfy. The house is a little dated but it’s so clean and spacious it was a non issue for us. The host was extremely responsive throughout all communications before and during our stay. I think he lives in this lake neighborhood, my husband, brother-in-law and sister met him and said he couldn’t be nicer!. Highly recommend!
Mary M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Bob Forster
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests