10/10 Excellent
Bralynn B.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The dream lake house
Bralynn B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Inverness, FL
- Citrus Memorial Hospital7 min drive
- Citrus County Speedway8 min drive
- Lakeside Golf and Country Club14 min drive
- Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Common area 1
1 Single Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown
Very tastefully decorated Cottage with 2 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bathrooms with 2 separate Livingroom spaces to watch TV. Closed-in porch to play games. This Cottage is fully stocked with everything you need for a quick or long-term stay! Enjoy nature at its best right from your own private boat dock in your spacious back yard. If you like to FISH, this is the place to be!! Large outdoor Gazebo/deck with patio furniture and gas grill. Use the local boat ramp right down the road to hop into your boat to discover Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes. Afterwards Park your boat at your own private dock. Just a short car ride to Historic Downtown Inverness where there are restaurants, ice cream shops, and Liberty Park or take a ride to Crystal River to kayak or see the manatees.
Property manager
Ellie Smith
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Twin Couch Sleeper
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash your dishes and put them away.
All Visitors need to be reported to Host. Visitors are not allowed bring their dogs to the property. An additional fee will be added.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Inverness
Located in Inverness, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Withlacoochee Riverside Community Park and Withlacoochee State Forest, while Don Garlits Museum of Racing and Circle Square Cultural Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Citrus County Speedway or Florida Horse Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Inverness, FL
What's nearby
- Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
- Citrus Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
- Citrus County Speedway - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- Fort Cooper State Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
- Lakeside Golf and Country Club - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Panera Bread - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Nine State Brewery - 6 min drive
- The Cove - 18 min walk
- Wendy's - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B.
14 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet spot
Tammy B.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angie H.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay!
Angie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S.
26 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Inverness cottage
Deborah S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patsy R., Riverview Florida
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway
Patsy R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence S.
12 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Lawrence S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharine A.
31 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exploring the area
Sharine A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard F.
28 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Go to place.
Richard F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
16 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Marilyn C.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robin H.
5 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Precious little jem
Robin H.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie P., Kingsford, MI 49802 USA
7 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
Bonnie P.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard F.
4 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like this place
Richard F.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ron M.
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Previous resident of Inverness
Ron M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Douglas P., Alachua
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Douglas P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas S.
30 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent across the board
Thomas S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
1 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute waterfront cottage
Christine K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandy R.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2024
Brandy R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Helle T.
19 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
COZY little place
Helle T.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacob
18 Sept 2023
Jacob
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Ted C., Kakabeka Falls Ontario Canada
31 Jan 2023
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About the host
Hosted by Ellie Smith
My family and I moved to Citrus County in 1978. This community has so much to offer, and we love the surrounding lakes, bike trails and local restaurants. We hope you will too!
Why they chose this property
This charming VERY CLEAN Lake Cottage is the perfect place to take your family. Enjoy the peaceful back yard with the beautiful views. Large deck with gas grill and patio furniture. Boat ramp minutes away and then dock your boat at your own private dock. Watch the birds and the wildlife right out your back door. Only minutes to historic downtown Inverness. Where you will find local Restaurants, Ice Cream Shops, Movie Theater, and local Pub. Visit Citrus County Website to see all events happening at the Liberty Park Depot. Every third Friday is the Antique Car Show. Every other Saturday morning is the flee market at the Park Depot.
Visit Liberty Park with its scenic views of Lake Henderson and the kids will love the large playground. Ride your bike or rent one from Dave's World cycle in Inverness to ride the 46-mile Withlacoochee State Park Trail. Your only 25 miles to Crystal River/Homosassa Florida. Visit with the Mantee's or rent a kayak!
Visit Liberty Park with its scenic views of Lake Henderson and the kids will love the large playground. Ride your bike or rent one from Dave's World cycle in Inverness to ride the 46-mile Withlacoochee State Park Trail. Your only 25 miles to Crystal River/Homosassa Florida. Visit with the Mantee's or rent a kayak!
What makes this property unique
Enjoy your own water view and private waterfront dock. Enjoy bird watching and see up close the wildlife. (Please do not feed any of the wildlife).
Languages:
English
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