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.
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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
Property # 7125919
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
Saint Leo University - 18 min drive - 18.1 km
Withlacoochee Trail State Park - 20 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
RaceTrac - 15 min drive
McDonald's - 15 min drive
Netfalis Food Truck - 13 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 16 min drive
Black-Eyed Pea Restaurant - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Kayaks/Spa/Pool/Firepit/Dog friendly Lakehouse Getaway!! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
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).
About the host
Hosted by Jenn and Tony
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.