Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Pool
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

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Tavares, FL

Lake Dora
‪11 min drive‬
Donnelly Park
‪17 min drive‬
Renninger's Antique Center
‪17 min drive‬
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Central Florida home that is a great jumping off point for a multitude of land and water activities. This single story (no steps) pool home is located on a canal that leads to the Dora Chain of Lakes and Lake Apopka. The Dora Chain is known for great fishing, all watersports, and waterfront dining. There is a covered boat dock available for guests, and a public boat ramp is about a mile from the house. Across the canal is undeveloped land which makes for great bird watching from the property, as well as being located near two spots on the Florida Birding Trail. There are 2 public golf courses nearby for golf enthusiasts. The historic town of Mount Dora with fabulous restaurants and shopping is 15 minutes away. Explore beautiful natural springs 20-30 minutes away. For those who may be interested in theme parks, Disney World is 45 minutes away. The Lake Apopka wildlife drive/trail is just 10 minutes away. Long & Scott Farm is just 5 minutes away and is open seasonally for agritourism. Kayaks (3) and bicycles (2) are included with the rental. Bring your boat or rent one from a rental company on the Chain of Lakes!

45 minutes to WDW
45 minutes to Universal
1 hr to New Smyrna Beach
15 minutes to Tavares
15 minutes to Mt Dora
15 minutes to Mission Inn (Golf Resort)
25 minutes to Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive
30 minutes to Wekiva Springs State Park
1 hr to Blue Spring State Park
48 minutes to Sanford Orlando Airport
48 minutes to Orlando International Airport
45 minutes to The Villages

By water:
1.5 miles from house to boat ramp
1.9 miles from house to Lake Beauclair
6.9 miles from house to Lake Apopka
4.9 miles from house to Mt Dora Marina
9.7 miles to Dora Canal
9.3 miles to Tavares / Wooton Park Boat Ramp

Property manager

Liz Gillham

Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

This home is not be advisable for non-swimmers.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do not allow pets on the furniture or in the pool. Additional cleaning charges may be assessed for pet hair on the furniture or in the pool equipment

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

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

About the area

Tavares

Located in Tavares, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center and Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kelly Park and Fern Prairie Preserve. TableTop Team Trivia and King's Landing are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tavares, FL

What's nearby

Lake Dora - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
Mount Dora History Museum - 17 min drive - 14.6 km
Donnelly Park - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce - 17 min drive - 15.0 km
Renninger's Antique Center - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dairy Queen - ‬20 min drive
‪Mary's Kountry Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
‪Havana 1959 - ‬16 min drive
‪Pisces Rising - ‬18 min drive
‪Copacabana - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Village Green Golf Course, Trimble Park and Lake Dora. Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center and Lake County Historical Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

RENE B.

20 Feb 2025

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

Another great stay!

Once again we loved our stay at this wonderful home. The foliage around the pool feels like you are at a resort. So many different places to sit outside on the property.Liz and Dale are spectacular hosts!

Stayed 55 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

4 Nov 2024

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

Great stay

We had a truly great stay. Liz was fantastic & easily reachable! We stayed here for our daughter's wedding - convenient to the Venue & town of anything was needed. Clean, comfy & able to have our pups..perfect!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miller B.

20 Oct 2024

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

Tavares canal front

Very livable house, great location, enjoyed our visit!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

3 Apr 2025

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

The Perfect Vacation Home

My husband and I stayed the entire month of March in this lovely home. You will find this home inviting and stocked with everything needed. The beds are super comfortable, which is incredibly important. The hosts are accessible, if needed...but you won't find you need them much, if at all, as they've thought of and provided everything! The pool area is great just for relaxing if it's a bit too early in the year to enjoy the water. This place is the perfect get-away home!

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

13 Apr 2025

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

Home away from home

House was well stocked above and beyond my expectations. I dont think it didnt have anything i needed. Kids had a great time in the pool, played chess and checkers quite a bit. We kayaked down the canal which was absolutely beautiful. The neighborhood was quiet and nice to take walks or ride bikes around. liz was always available to answer any questions. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

27 Mar 2024

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

Family trip

Exactly what we were looking for

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin N.

4 June 2024

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

Family Vacation

Very nice house/property and most important, it’s pet friendly. Communication was good. We had a great time, we would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Missy Z.

25 Apr 2024

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

Couples trip

Very clean and efficient home that met all of our needs. Owner very nice and contacted us proactively with a potential wireless issue that ended up being nothing.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

RENE B.

6 Jan 2024

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

Great stay!

Beautiful home with every amenity needed plus more! The home is in a nice neighborhood with friendly neighbors. Liz was great with any request we had. Look forward to returning for a longer stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashli A.

12 Nov 2023

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

Weekend getaway

This place was so peaceful and beautiful. The host was very sweet and accommodating. The beds were so comfy and the place felt like a home away from home. We will be back for sure

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gahbow G.

8 May 2024

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

Rest n relax

It is a perfect property on a canal on Harris chain of lakes. Peaceful relaxing area.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

bonnie l.

24 June 2024

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

Girls trip

We had a wonderful experience! House was I. A perfect location for us. Pool, dock and canal were great. My friends fished from the dock. Very comfortable stay, we cooked a great meal on Sunday and had everything we needed to cook. I highly recommend this unit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

14 July 2024

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

Nice place

I was surprised at home well it was supplied with stuff . Even though the house is pet friendly it didn’t smell like pets at all . The pool was nice . The house was nicely decorated. Overall we would stay there again .

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

9 Dec 2023

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

Awesome Vacation Spot!

We stayed at the house for a week and it was an awesome spot! No complaints on our end the house and property was very clean! Lots of wildlife around with the house being right on a canal! Liz was a great host who always responded to my messages and was very kind and respectful! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

13 June 2024

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

Awesome place fully stocked

The host has thought of everything! From water dishes for the pup to pool floats and ziplock bags! This house is close to Mount Dora in a safe neighborhood and the pool was awesome in the Florida heat. It was all we could do not to keep this review to ourselves but decided others deserved to know how wonderful it is!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

25 Sept 2024

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

Great hidden gem

This place is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood! Our kids throughly enjoyed the pool and our dogs loved having zoomies in the expansive yard!! The only drawback was the time to get everywhere. I didn't realize how big the lakes were and that it would take about 20 mins to get around them. If you don’t mind a little drive, this place is perfect! Liz was also very responsive and easy with. 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry P.

8 Apr 2024

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

The pictures don't do the place justice

The house is nice, but go outside. The backyard is very spacious and it is just beautiful. We had a great time watching the wildlife, from the birds in the trees to the turtles in the water. There are alligators but they never came close to us and seemed to turn around when they seen us. Highly recommend and may return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

7 Aug 2024

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

Perfect!

So many nice things about this home! The location was perfect for us since we had family in the area. We walked our canine family member every morning when it was cool and had daily runs and the neighborhood was perfect for both. Our 3 teenagers loved fishing off the dock and plenty of wildlife to see! The inside of the house was extremely clean and spacious. A tropical depression had formed and the homeowner reached out to see if all was well and if there was anything we needed. We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy A.

29 Apr 2024

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

Perfect

The house was very roomy, extremely clean, and everything you could think of for a home away from home. We use VRBO often and some places are scantly supplied. This house had an abundance of everything! Beautiful neighborhood, quiet, and we loved the wildlife of FL. Id give it 10 out of 10! Also we were there for a motorcycle rally, and plenty of parking for bikes, trailer, and our truck. Thanks! Will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Sumiko C., Catskill mountain New York

16 Jan 2024

Liked: Communication

Tavares Florida

The house was clean and comfortable and thank goodness for comfortable beds,most beds in other homes are not comfortable, thankyou Ms.Liz ,communication with Ms.Liz was timely and prompt. January was a bit chilly due to unforeseen storms so we didn't have a chance to boating or swimming in pool. Maybe next visit.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

About this property