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Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!

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Pool
Pool
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102130 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Dade City, FL
  • Place, Giraffe Ranch
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Leo University
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!

Welcome to The Lakehouse – Your Private Lakefront Escape

Is the hustle and bustle of everyday life wearing you down? Craving a place to truly unplug, slow down, and breathe again? The Lakehouse is your peaceful retreat—designed for rest, relaxation, and unforgettable moments with the people you love.

Set on the shores of beautiful Dowling Lake, this warm and spacious lakefront home invites you and your guests to reconnect with nature and each other. Spend your days fishing from the dock, kayaking across the glassy water, or simply soaking in the scenery and local wildlife. Life feels simpler here—and that’s the point.

A Lakefront Paradise with All the Comforts of Home

This fully furnished 4-bedroom / 2-bath home blends a cozy, glamping-style experience with modern amenities and thoughtful touches throughout. Highlights include:

Cozy indoor fireplace

Sports pool, hot tub & spa with vibrant LED lighting

Game room with poker table, darts & board games

Indoor & outdoor surround sound system

Outdoor fire pit for s’mores and stargazing

Private dock on the lake

Modern, Fully Equipped Living

The home features all-new Samsung appliances, LCD TVs, a Nest thermostat with central heating & air, and a washer and dryer for your convenience. The fully stocked kitchen includes a Keurig, dishwasher, cookware, utensils, and everything you need to cook and gather with ease.

Fun for All Ages

Rain or shine, there’s something for everyone—whether it’s a friendly game night, watching the big game by the fire, or relaxing with music flowing throughout the home and outdoors.

Evenings to Remember

As the sun sets over Dowling Lake, unwind in the hot tub with your favorite drink, cast a line from the dock, or gather around the fire pit sharing stories, laughter, and s’mores under the stars.

It’s not just a house… it’s The Lakehouse.
A place to slow down, reconnect, and create memories that last long after your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adult supervision required at all times.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
$50 pet fee and max 3 dogs. No cats allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking or vaping permitted in the house.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dade City

Located in Dade City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Pioneer Florida Museum & Village and The HiBrow Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Giraffe Ranch and Boyett's Grove. Travelling with kids? Consider Mirada Lagoon and Hernando HIgh School Performing Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Dade City, FL

What's nearby

  • Watson Park - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Giraffe Ranch - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • The HiBrow Gallery - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Saint Leo University - 18 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Guache - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dade City Moose Lodge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!?

As of 4 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!! on 10 Apr 2026 start from £309, 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.

Is Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Giraffe Ranch, Watson Park and Price Park. Pioneer Florida Museum & Village and The HiBrow Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience and enjoyed the the lake , pool and fire place when the cold front came thru . The hosts were very nice and thoughtful . Will want to return !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and took the time to show us around the house before she left. Everyone enjoyed the lake, fishing, and the indoor fireplace. We had a Great experience. The only issue was that the hot tub was not working; the heat would go off every 20 minutes, even after the owner called a repairman to look at it, so if you were looking forward to using it, you might be disappointed. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Racheal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean. The kitchen was stocked really well. The location has spectacular views. So relaxing and quiet. The kids had a blast in the pool. The exterior could use some attention. Plenty of shade and seating downstairs by the pool. Would absolutely recommend and look forward to going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time in the pool, and fishing and kayaking on the lake, which are in great condition. There were a large assortment of games and a nice fire pit with wood provided. The kitchen has everything needed to cook for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jereme J.

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

Nice stay

Very well kept. Pool and spa are cold. Extra price to heat. House is in great condition. Speaker system is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

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

Relaxing lake house

We stayed at this great lake house for a few days. We enjoyed the views, kayaking and fishing. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing place to relax!!

The Lake House was an amazing place to stay with my family, wish we had more time to enjoy all the amenities this place had to offer but we were only in town for the weekend for a wedding, we will be definitely looking to book a longer stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

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

Perfect Lakehouse

It was a great week at a geat lakehouse. We will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

josiah h.

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

Wedding Weekend

The stay at the Lakehouse was a perfect location for the family and getting to our son’s wedding at Simpson Lakes!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and peaceful

Beautiful, serene home and location. Well-stocked and very comfortable. The pool and spa were a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Lakehouse

Was nice quite place. Great location. If you want to get away this would be a good choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom and Mary B.

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

Peaceful setting

This was our second time staying at the Lakehouse....love this place! Very quiet and peaceful getaway. Beautiful views in the morning and evening - both from the deck and pool area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Marguerite P.

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

Family trip for Dad's Birthday

The hosts were responsive and check in was easy. It's in a very remote area. We rented here because my dad wanted to ride ATV's at a nearby park so that was convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

cozy place

location is very nice, property in a great setting, check in was easy. House is dated and in need of fixing up, the deck is in need of major repair give it a 3 out of 10, land scaping 4 out of 10, all in all its a nice place and the process was easy they just need to invest in the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Thanksgiving and Wedding Weekend

My family and I enjoyed this home so much. We had such a great time cooking. Kayaking and listening to music by the fire pit. We would definitely recommend this home and hope to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Family gathering

Loved the LakeHouse! Truly enjoyed the setting- the lake is a lovely, peaceful spot to reconnect. We enjoyed the fireplace, fire pit, the pool, and the house itself was perfect for us. It would benefit from the addition of hooks to hang wet towels and clothing, and the wifi needs an update. We would definitely stay here again-it was lovely!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl U., Juno Beach Florida USA

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

Lovely Lakehouse Getaway!

This is the perfect place to unwind, decompress and just enjoy each others company. Everything was very clean and had upscale linens which we always appreciate. The views from the decks and dock are just stunning. We really enjoyed the use of the kayaks and awesome evening on the dock watching the full moon rise. The best thing is we never had to go in the car once we arrived! A perfect weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haring F., Boca Raton, FL

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

Great stay at the lake!

We had a great time at the lake house. Our group was 4 adults & 7 kids, and we all enjoyed the pool, hot tub, kayaking, and fishing; the local gators even “visited” us off the dock. The kitchen was well stocked for our needs, the balcony was relaxing, and we had plenty of space. The owners were responsive to our questions and friendly. We visited Weeki Wachee springs and Rainbow springs, both were 45+ minutes away but worth the drive. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie J.

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

Family getaway

We were looking for a fun place to be together for a few days before my Son leaves for 3 years. He is in the USMC. It was a perfect place for us. We loved the layout of the house. We enjoyed the pool, kayaks, and paddle boat. We, also, loved the darts and game table in the evenings We loved having coffee on the deck in the mornings. I would highly recommend this place for a fun family location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS T.

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

Lake house

First the cons. Lake house was under renovations, which would have been nice to be notified of. Surrounded sound did not work, sauna was acting up, and grill needed attention. Now that being said the pros. Communication from Jenn was great she responded promptly and did all she could to resolve issues, considering it was July 4. The lake houses other amenities quickly made up for minor cons. In short our stay was amazing stayed in pool till wee hours of morning, grandsons caught fish on the lake with fishing poles provided in garage. Kayaks, canoe and 4 person boat were also available and in great shape. The house its self was also amazing. I could go on and on, lets just say we will be back. You will not be disappointed by no means. Thank you Jenn for great visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

A Peaceful Retreat

Jenn’s place was cozy, peaceful, and had a gorgeous lake view. A wonderful place to relax and unwind with friends and family and definitely the place to be if you just want to be away from the city lights, and one with nature and the midnight sky. Sitting by the extremely large firepit, and leaning back in the adirondack chairs, we saw 4 shooting stars. The outside was so gorgeous that we spent most of our time enjoying the huge deck. The kitchen was large with lots of counter space making cooking easy and the bedrooms were roomy and comfortable. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

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

20 Mins from Croom Motorcycle Area

Pro’s: Close as can be to where we wanted to go Secluded and amazing views Incredible pool and hot tub Love the decor & style of the home Great communication with property manager/ owner! Super friendly Very clean Con’s: Had a lizard in house. Freaked us out. Wi-Fi slow/poor tv quality
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Family Labor Day weekend

We had a lovely relaxed weekend on the lake. The house was beautiful. The host had everything we needed and some extras. There were plenty of outdoor chairs, games and puzzles. They even left us a s’mores kit. This was a great addition. We spent the weekend fishing and kayaking on the lake, floating in the pool with a piña colada, grilling and playing games in the evening. The yard was big enough for the guys to play wiffleball and the dog to run around. I highly recommend this property. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheshe C.

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

Lake house get away

The owners were amazing and easy to communicate with. They answered all my questions and more. When arriving to the lake house the property manager was there with her kids and walked us through everything. She said the pool was on nightly cleaning mode but was real dirty. It had been raining on and off for days she said. When going to get in there were the nests and bugs and stuff but we really was not bothered at all because really we swam in the ocean and lakes before. My husband on day 3 of being there and the pool getting even dirtier and house manager said that the pool boy wasn’t scheduled until after we would be leaving. My husband finally realized that all needed was the bag emptied and then it started cleaning again. Too bad we didn’t get to use the clean pool after but the next guests will have a clean pool. The guys could not fish any due to the area in front to dock under water and marshy. So that left for some unhappy guys but we played games and talked and had a good time. There were no bugs at all in house because I’m guessing the lizards all in the House was eating them. We even got to bring one back to Tennessee with us, which I hated but the cat loved a new buddy to play with. The house is amazing and real cozy. It really makes you feel as if you are out by yourself. Would recommend this house again just remember you are on vacation and nothing is perfect ever. Just make the best out of what you got and they give you so many options here.

6/10 Okay

Jennifer F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

I wish some things were disclosed. Character limitation below. I had 21 items.

1. Wi-Fi is 4-5 mbps. If everyone is using it no one can use it. I feel I would have been more prepared if this was disclosed upfront. I work in tech and planned to work 1-2 days of our trip. I was not able to due to the Wi-Fi. 2. If your cell phone provider is Verizon you will not have service until you reach the main road when you turn onto the properties road. Usually we would rely on Wi-Fi calling but due to the signal strength of the Wi-Fi it was not consistent. I recommended to Jen to look into star link. 3. One TV is direct TV and the other is Roku. If the wi-if is being used by other people in your party it can interfere with watching the Roku TV. 4. The downstairs basement bedrooms do not have windows. 5. The downstairs basement bedroom with 2 closets only has 1 available for guest use. 6. We stayed as a party of 7. 2 family’s. We both have pools and manage our own pool equipment at home. The 2 skimmers never worked on the pool. Only a net and a brush were available to clean the pool with. Leaves stuck to the bottom. I’m not talking about a handful. I am saying over a 100 and it was everyday. The nats and mosquitos would cover the pool from the night before every morning. I feel that the pool was a let down due to it was constantly dirty. We talked to the property owner several times about the cleanliness of the pool and communicated that the skimmers were not working and the pump would not stay primed and the pool filters pressure gauge was over 30psi.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jenn and Tony

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Welcome to our humble abode! We are so excited that you are looking at our fabulous home! Tony and I share a love of traveling and have a lot of experience in staying in VRBO properties, so we thought why not give it a try with our own homes?

Both of us are ambitious entrepreneurs. Tony owns a technology company I own a real estate company. In fact, if anyone is coming to Tampa to "house hunt", feel free to contact me, Jenn, and I'll be happy to guide you to your dream home. :-)

Both Tony and myself are very busy but love spending our free time together with our 13 year old son and 4 year old Maltipoo, Smooch.

We look forward to getting to know you as you visit Tampa Bay! We are happy to help you in any way we can.

Why they chose this property

We were shopping for a unique home with a gorgeous view and fell in love with this house at first sight! It is so awesome to find a vacation home within 40 minutes of Tampa! You will feel so peaceful sitting on the porch and looking at the beautiful lake as well as enjoy the salt water pool and all the other amenities. We love this home and hope you do too!

What makes this property unique

This great home has so many awesome features like the cozy fireplace with the surround sound state of the art speakers and electronics, Smart TV with Roku in the media room, fire pit for making S'mores, dock for fishing and just enjoying the lovely peaceful view.

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