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Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41250 sq ft
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares
Holiday gatherings, fishing tournaments, downtown Tavares, the Big House and the Pavilion. Plan for the holiday gatherings. The City of Tavares has served as the County's Seat for Lake County Florida, since 1888. Downtown Tavares, lies on the shores of Lake Dora. The picturesque Wooton Park sits only one block from Main Street and offers families everything from picnic pavilions to boat ramps. Tavares is also home to the Dora Canal, known as one of the most beautiful waterways in the world. Tavares is located in the center of the State of Florida 45 minutes northwest of Orlando.
Perfect location to walk into DOWNTOWN Tavares, bring boat to Tavares boat ramp and BASS FISHING tournament boat ramp, both within 1.5 miles. Quiet neighborhood and everything you need for a getaway. Coming to town for an event at the PAVILION? Perfect place to stay only 1 mile away. Visiting for art shows, antique shopping, a family gathering. BIG HOUSE sporting event, only 3 miles away. This 94 year old fully renovated bungalow is bright, clean, comfortable and in a quiet walkable neighborhood. The property has ample parking on site for 2 truck/trailers and is only 1.5 miles from the boat ramp in Leesburg or closer to the public ramp on Lake Dora. Outdoor screened seating area and gazebo in the backyard. Note: this bungalow has 2 units, the front unit is 2/1 (Barrow Bungalow)with full kitchen and the back unit (Esther Studio) is a studio 1/1, also has parking for truck/trailer combination. They are rented separately and do not interfere with either party staying on property. Both units can be rented together as a 3/2 if needed.
Perfect location to walk into DOWNTOWN Tavares, bring boat to Tavares boat ramp and BASS FISHING tournament boat ramp, both within 1.5 miles. Quiet neighborhood and everything you need for a getaway. Coming to town for an event at the PAVILION? Perfect place to stay only 1 mile away. Visiting for art shows, antique shopping, a family gathering. BIG HOUSE sporting event, only 3 miles away. This 94 year old fully renovated bungalow is bright, clean, comfortable and in a quiet walkable neighborhood. The property has ample parking on site for 2 truck/trailers and is only 1.5 miles from the boat ramp in Leesburg or closer to the public ramp on Lake Dora. Outdoor screened seating area and gazebo in the backyard. Note: this bungalow has 2 units, the front unit is 2/1 (Barrow Bungalow)with full kitchen and the back unit (Esther Studio) is a studio 1/1, also has parking for truck/trailer combination. They are rented separately and do not interfere with either party staying on property. Both units can be rented together as a 3/2 if needed.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Tavares
Located in Tavares, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Wekiwa Springs State Park and Fern Prairie Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include TableTop Team Trivia and Mount Dora Center for the Arts. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Tavares, FL
What's nearby
- Lake County Historical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- TableTop Team Trivia - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Wooten Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Lake Dora - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wawa Store #5270 - 11 min walk
- Circle K - 20 min walk
- Hwy 441 Diner - 19 min walk
- 7-Eleven - 16 min walk
- Domino's Pizza - 2 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Listing accuracy
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7 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lesley B.
19 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
volleyball tournament at Hickory Point
Lesley B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good
robert b.
19 May, 2025
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Fishing Tournament
robert b.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cecil G.
12 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for everything
Cecil G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Moriah M.
17 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Little Gem!
Moriah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
lucretia v.
24 Nov, 2025
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lucretia v.
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10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
28 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Brad T.
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Brad T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by KIMBERLY PIERCY
We love to see new places and meet new people
Staying in another VRBO makes it so easy to feel comfortable while traveling and we want to create that same level of comfort for our guests
Why they chose this property
Quiet, friendly, convenient area and location
What makes this property unique
Fully renovated bungalow
94 year old and each room has at least one of the original features from the original home when it was built in 1929
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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