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Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
1 bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Futon
1 full Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg
One bedroom cozy waterfront cottage located on Haynes Creek, a historic Florida waterway, this picturesque location highlights the natural Florida. Surrounded by tall cypress and oak trees dripping with Spanish Moss, our charming country cottage offers the peaceful get-a-way that vacations are made for. Expansive wrap around deck with a big old cypress tree right up through the center! A large sunny space for reading or sun bathing on a lounge as well as cozy covered seating areas are just a few steps above the dock. Spend evenings relaxing by the fire pit on your private waterfront balcony. A fisherman's paradise with water on two sides Take a tour of the lock, directly across from your cottage, that allows boats to navigate the four foot difference in water level between Lake Eustis and Lake Griffin. Or maybe explore the area with one of our two kayaks available for use.
On the interior guests will find warm and friendly Florida decor with a full size sleeper sofa, TV and wifi. Fully equipped kitchen with everything you would need, or not, because we also provide a list of local restaurants and take-out phone numbers. And if you enjoy cooking outside, you will love the peace and tranquility of the side yard grilling area surrounded by tropical plants, flowers and beautiful trees dripping with moss. Wake up every morning looking out at the water! Sliding glass doors out of the living room and bedroom allow for plenty of Florida sunshine and water views. Lots of closet space to unpack and feel comfortable for the duration of your stay.
Find yourself in the middle of some of the most quaint and friendly small towns in Florida. Mount Dora, known nationally for it's festivals and shows, is just a few miles away. Filled with delightful shops and restaurants, lawn bowling, lighthouse boardwalk and much more to enjoy. Tavares is the Sea-Plane City, where visitors can linger over lunch at one of the restaurants along the Lake Dora waterfront and watch boats and sea planes come and go. You can even take a ride in a sea plane! In the town of Eustis visit the Farmers Market every Thursday morning, or go to a show at the historic Bay Street State theater. Downtown Leesburg is where the antique shops are. Wander the downtown streets and enjoy the shops, stopping for leisurely drinks at one of the sidewalk cafes.
Recreational activities are close-by as well. Kayaking, tubing, biking and nature trails are all within just a few miles drive of our Spillway cottage.
If the beach beckons, New Smyrna Beach is an easy drive along the back roads. Daytona 500 Speedway and of course all the popular theme parks and upscale shopping are all accessible by car within an hour.
Come find your Florida, the natural Florida. We hope you will stay with us soon.
Private parking. Laundry facilities on site. Owner on site.
On the interior guests will find warm and friendly Florida decor with a full size sleeper sofa, TV and wifi. Fully equipped kitchen with everything you would need, or not, because we also provide a list of local restaurants and take-out phone numbers. And if you enjoy cooking outside, you will love the peace and tranquility of the side yard grilling area surrounded by tropical plants, flowers and beautiful trees dripping with moss. Wake up every morning looking out at the water! Sliding glass doors out of the living room and bedroom allow for plenty of Florida sunshine and water views. Lots of closet space to unpack and feel comfortable for the duration of your stay.
Find yourself in the middle of some of the most quaint and friendly small towns in Florida. Mount Dora, known nationally for it's festivals and shows, is just a few miles away. Filled with delightful shops and restaurants, lawn bowling, lighthouse boardwalk and much more to enjoy. Tavares is the Sea-Plane City, where visitors can linger over lunch at one of the restaurants along the Lake Dora waterfront and watch boats and sea planes come and go. You can even take a ride in a sea plane! In the town of Eustis visit the Farmers Market every Thursday morning, or go to a show at the historic Bay Street State theater. Downtown Leesburg is where the antique shops are. Wander the downtown streets and enjoy the shops, stopping for leisurely drinks at one of the sidewalk cafes.
Recreational activities are close-by as well. Kayaking, tubing, biking and nature trails are all within just a few miles drive of our Spillway cottage.
If the beach beckons, New Smyrna Beach is an easy drive along the back roads. Daytona 500 Speedway and of course all the popular theme parks and upscale shopping are all accessible by car within an hour.
Come find your Florida, the natural Florida. We hope you will stay with us soon.
Private parking. Laundry facilities on site. Owner on site.
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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About the area
Leesburg
Located in Leesburg, this cottage is on the waterfront. TableTop Team Trivia and Leesburg Center for the Arts are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lake Square Mall and ViaPort Florida. Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Uncle Donald's Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leesburg, FL
What's nearby
- Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- UF Health Leesburg Hospital - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
- Venetian Gardens - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
- Wekiwa Springs State Park - 26 min drive - 39.7 km
- The Villages Market Square - 27 min drive - 33.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 8 min drive
- Steak 'n Shake - 8 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Arby's - 9 min drive
- Olive Garden - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Communication
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Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
17 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Ana M A.
2 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ana M A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alisha M.
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alisha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Evelyn T.
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Evelyn T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele S.
20 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michele S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tami D.
3 Sept, 2025
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Tami D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Renee K.
8 Sept, 2025
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Renee K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roy Y.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
Roy Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
8 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Candice G.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Candice G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy W.
25 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Kathy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gregory S.
17 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the water
Gregory S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
12 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Florida I remember from my childhood.
Robert S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna P.
9 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Anna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
20 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great, easy stay
Denise H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
3 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we were looking for!
Daniel H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joanne W.
6 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet old Florida
Joanne W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gordon M.
4 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Gordon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill
18 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jill
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
AnaNicole B.
18 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
AnaNicole B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Art K.
19 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter trip
Art K.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda Q L.
26 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place
Linda Q L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie V.
3 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot!
Debbie V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melody L.
6 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Melody L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon D.
4 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Sharon D.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Bernadette Cipilewski
Languages:
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