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Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat

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A house with a porch, surrounded by a grassy area and a pond with lily pads.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a blue armchair, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.
A covered deck with a wooden floor, two black chairs, and a table.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a central decorative item.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Altamonte Mall

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Altamonte Springs, FL
  • Place, Hermits Trail Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Altamonte Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cranes Roost Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Altamonte Springs

Located in Altamonte Springs, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Wekiwa Springs State Park and Rock Springs Run reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Central Florida Fairgrounds and Winter Park Community Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kia Center or Camping World Stadium. Kayaking, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Altamonte Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Orienta - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hermits Trail Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Altamonte Mall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Eastmonte Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cranes Roost Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Winter Park Station - 13 min drive
  • Altamonte Springs Station - 17 min walk
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Altamonte Springs - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Rock and Grill House - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Incredible Private Lakefront Cottage Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of AdventHealth Altamonte Springs and Altamonte Mall. Cranes Roost Park and Sanlando Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Altamonte Springs Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a fantastic location! We've booking this stay twice and will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Owners wonderful, very communicative - terrific stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little lake cottage is perfect for couples or a small family wanting to experience a nostalgic lake front cottage in the middle of a big city while feeling like you're staying in a small country suburb.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very accommodating host highly appreciated and recommended
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication with hosts. The cottage is cozy and set in a beautiful lakeside location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect for us. It was very close to everything you could need, yet felt secluded. We particularly enjoyed the back porch overlooking the lake. Idyllic and peaceful, despite being a few hundred yards from a 6 lane road. Scott and Marilou were kind and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was easy to contact and the cottage was very cozy with all necessary amenities. The lakeside location was both beautiful and peaceful, especially considering it is so close to 436 and I4. We definitely plan to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful view

One of our best stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great! Love the lake and building a fire!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My boyfriend and I stayed a few days when we drove down to go to Warped Tour. We had an amazing stay! The cottage was absolutely gorgeous. It was perfect for just the two of us. Having the iron gate out front gave us a great sense of safety and privacy. The view was absolutely stunning and we had everything we needed! We’ve even talked about staying again in the future as just as small get away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2025
Thank you Kristen for your very thoughtful review We appreciate you sharing your experience while staying at our special private lakefront cottage. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Take care. Wishing you all the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

Super cool spot I sank in the main bed in bedroom Aside from that the place was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Hello Chris, Thank you for your review. We usually hear from our guests that they felt like they were sleeping/floating on a cloud. We trust that you found the sunroom bed to be more to your liking. We look forward to your next visit to our lakefront cottage. Peace & Blessings, Scott & Marilou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Cottage was clean and very well equipped. Convenient location close to good restaurants. Yard is great for relaxing and observing rocket launches! Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

The cottage was very lovely inside and out. The hosts were great, and have provided everything you might need. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to make it back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Lake House Cottage!! Will definitely go back!!

We had an amazing time and the cottage was beautiful and had a perfect set up!!! The hosts were amazing and super awesome. Totally recommended. Fishing was great too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Hello Krystal, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at our cottage! We appreciate your enthusiastic review! Thank you for being Five Star guests! All the Best! Scott & Marilou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We came to visit family in Apopka and wanted somewhere close but also somewhere we could do some fishing. This place is cute, EXTREMELY clean, and we couldnt have asked for a better place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2025
Thank you! We knew you would absolutely love our adorable lakefront cottage!! We look forward to your next stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!!!

My husband, daughter and I have had a fantastic time staying in the cottage. It is a lovely place to stay. The layout is great and I love the porch and deck areas. The neighborhood is quite and the lake is beautiful to watch the sun coming up in the morning. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Toni! We are so grateful that you chose to stay at our lovely cottage. We hope to have you visit with us again, thank you for taking great care of our cottage. We hope to see you again! All the best , Scott & Marilou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend at this cottage. Scott and Marilou have set this place up perfectly and the location makes it easy to get to all the attractions that you are wanting to do. Wonderfully stocked kitchen, the grill was in phenomenal condition, and the backyard is gorgeous. We had an absolute blast and cannot wait to get back. Thank you for extending your beautiful cottage for us to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great, but...

We enjoyed the cottage very much. All amenities we could ask for. Unfortunately, the bed was so uncomfortable it was difficult to get a good nights sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2024
Hello Isabel, We are so sorry to hear your husband had cramps in his legs. This is why we offer 2 beds to choose from. We do wish you would have reached out to us as we would have suggested you try the other bed. Again we are sorry to hear you had this experience while staying at our cottage. Wishing you all the best! Sincerely, Marilou & Scott
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cabin on the lake - perfect for 2/3 people.

Cute little cabin on a lake, ideal spot for a couple or maybe a couple a friend. Great outdoor area including a grill, fire pit, lake access, and paddleboat. Got to see some interesting wildlife. Only complaint I have (not necessarily a complaint, just something I wish) was that the one bathroom only had access through the bedroom. If there was a way to access the bathroom without going into the bedroom it would've been perfect for up to 4 people even. Overall a wonderful property and had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vintage Aqua Cottage Peace

Very comfortable and accommodating space. A nice touch stone in our trip. Brought to Apopka for a family wedding and wanted to explore natural areas too. The cottage provided memorable lodging for us and close to many places on our visit iternary. Loved seeing the little lake surrounded by snowy egrets in the morning and the sound of frogs at night. Enjoyed the privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My partner and I were so awestruck by the beauty of the property! The house was immaculately clean and the location was perfect. The lake it sat on was beautiful and serene. We had everything we needed to decompress from the daily grind. We enjoyed the cute and cozy fireplace after visiting nearby botanical gardens. The bed was so comfortable we had a hard time getting up and going. Absolutely one of the best places we have ever stayed, just wish we could have stayed longer! Definitely will be back to enjoy the serenity of this beautiful home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Oasis!

This property is very well maintained and cleaned. The hosts were extremely communicative and responsive. The setting was absolutely lovely as it was nestled in nature on a little lake with all kinds of birds to watch coming and going. We celebrated my daughter's college graduation and could not think of a more welcome setting. It very comfortably fits 4 people. I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you so much Laura! We are grateful for your thoughtful review. You described our Adorable Lakefront Cottage and your experience in such a beautiful way. We hope to have you visit again. You are a wonderful guest. Take care , we hope to have you back to visit soon :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming

What a great little spot. So shocking that you can pull off of the hustle and bustle of Rt 436 and be here in this peacefulness within a second. Clean and cute and charming and surprisingly quiet. Very thoughtful. Also that there are plenty of things stocked in the house that you always wonder “should I buy or bring?”
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Nancy, we appreciate your thoughtful review. We hope you visit with us again, we enjoyed having you as our guest. All the best, Scott & Marilou
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely time at the Cottage on the Lake

We were celebrating our 25th Wedding anniversary and were surprised by a bottle of champagne in the fridge when we arrived! The kitchen was spotless with plenty of kitchen towels, pot holders and even dish detergent. There is a bright sun room towards the back of the cabin with windows facing the lake....we watched hawks, ducks, herons, crows and many we could not name dive in the lake, perch on the forrest across the lake and nest for the night. We fished in the lake and enjoyed the paddle boat very much. The sun rises over the lake too....very pretty with the morning fog rising. We were not far from Fort Christmas. Well worth the drive....besides the fort there are other log buildings, there are many wood frame homes set up like a village...school house, farm houses and etc. We would recommend this to a friend. I did lots of cooking and the pots, pans, coffee cake pan and dishes worked very nice for a lady that likes to cook.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful place to relax.

We loved staying at this cottage. It was just the right size for my family and a great place to unwind. Overall it was a great stay, but I was disappointed in just a few things that could be easily fixed for the next guests. -Master bedroom bed is so uncomfortable, my husband and I did not get a restful sleep at all. It is not supportive and you feel like your head is lower than your feet. -Outdoor dining set was broken and not able to be used. We had great weather when we were here and would have loved to use it for dining. This was not disclosed before our visit and the pictures posted on the listing were not accurate. -Mother nature had blown a ton of leaves all over the deck so the first thing I did when we got in was sweep the front and back areas off so we didn't track in a bunch of leaves.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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