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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Washer

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Eustis, FL

Renninger's Antique Center12 min drive
Country Club of Mount Dora12 min drive
Mount Dora History Museum12 min drive
Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Country living, safe and cozy with private entrance and patio. This is the perfect destination for easy access to all of Central Florida's attractions (both natural and man made) plus the serenity and security of life in a country home. This is a daylight basement apartment with a private entrance and patio with table & chairs, custom built rocking chairs, grill and extra storage. The setting is lovely, with a view of large oaks, pastures, and wild plum trees that bloom in the early spring. If you look closely you might see deer, quail and gopher turtles. The apartment is a well planned 900 square feet with fully equipped kitchen, dining area, two small bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and washer and dryer. The bedroom has a queen size bed and large closet. The second bedroom contains a daybed. The living area has a comfortable couch, recliner and loaded bookcase plus flat screen TV, and wireless internet access. All linens are provided.. Professional house cleaning may be arranged at $20.00 per visit. This is a five acre property so there is ample room for RV and/or boat parking. RV hookup available for separate fee.

The home owners live on the property in a separate dwelling and are available to handle any requests or problems.
NOTE: We have had a very successful six years as a vacation rental and have made many new friends. The main part of this house was converted from
a long term rental to a furnished vacation rental in summer 2018. This is a very charming old country farm house with a large porch. See listing #1418295/ We have also completed renovations on a small cottage on the same property and started renting it March 2019. See listing #1576786. This is the first "snowbird" season in which all three rentals are occupied and it has worked out very well. Our renters can be as private as they wish or socialize with other renters and us.
Please note: this is a non smoking property.

Property manager

Elizabeth Byrd and daughter, Kathleen Tucker

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Dinner guess welcome

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Dogs only, no cats, contact owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside only

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

Note from host: dinner guess welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eustis

Located in Eustis, this apartment is in a rural area. Black Bear Golf Club and Country Club of Mount Dora are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Renninger's Antique Center and Eustis Square. 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.

Eustis, FL

What's nearby

Renninger's Antique Center - 12 min drive
Donnelly Park - 12 min drive
Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 12 min drive
Country Club of Mount Dora - 12 min drive
Mount Dora History Museum - 12 min drive

Getting around

DeLand Station - 30 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
‪Tony's Pizza & Subs - ‬7 min drive
‪Jeremiah's Italian Ice - ‬9 min drive
‪Lampu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Looking for peace and quiet? pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Looking for peace and quiet??

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Looking for peace and quiet??

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Looking for peace and quiet? located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ocala National Forest, Carver Park and Black Bear Golf Club. Eustis Historical Museum and Preservation Society and Marsh Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

john p.

2 May 2021

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

Great country hideaway

Property was amazing, hosts were great, will definitely return

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

6 Dec 2020

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

Very quite and nice great host

Comfortable accommodating quite great owners very good lication will definitely be back

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M R.

2 Nov 2019

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

A GEM

Quiet serene and lively cottage in the country. Very relaxing and just a short drive away from quaint towns in the area. Beth and Jim are very down to earth and very welcoming. Feel we have made friends for life. We stayed here for a few weeks until our home was ready. Love the area!

Stayed 29 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vittoria C.

1 Mar 2019

Wonderful!!

Comfortable place, really enjoy the visit, Beth and Jim are very special, they make you feel like at home! We are very happy and we hope to come back again!!

Stayed 89 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Justin B., Faribault, Minnesota

21 July 2018

Well maintained and stocked

Beth and Jim are wonderful caring people, would recommend a stay at this property to anyone in the area

Stayed 91 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve U.

21 Mar 2018

A wonderful "get away" to a home away from home.

We were in dire need of a base in Central Florida to be able to closely follow our new home during construction. We found the best apartment in Eustis/Mount Dora with absolutely wonderful landlords. Beth and Jim are fantastic, committed to making your stay comfortable and "worry free". We spent two great months with them through the Christmas season and they welcomed us to their family. They have become close friends and we feel blessed to have had the opportunity to spend time with them. Should you ever have the need to travel to the Mount Dora/Eustis are you should take the opportunity to stay with Beth and Jim Byrd, you will leave with great memories. However, you should contact them soon because they are in demand.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE S.

10 June 2017

Lovely, comfortable accomondations

We would be delighted to stay in this property anytime we are in the area. Lovely furnishings and every household equipment needed was provided. Mr and Mrs Byrd were friendly and helpful with our needs.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

4 Apr 2017

Wonderful Private, Pet-friendly retreat!

Great country place to come home to after busy days of exploring Lake County and environs! The Atlantic ocean beaches and the Gulf were both only about an hour away! Ocala National Forest?...just under a half hour. Peaceful yard outside the door, room enough for your dog to play frisbie. Beth & Jim are wonderful, and made sure our 3 month stay was comfortable. Great people & great place!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

19 Apr 2016

County Living

Elizabeth and Jim were wonderful hosts. They both made my husband and I feel very welcome, along with our two dogs. The apartment was exactly as described on the web site, clean, nicely furnished with a very homey feel. The property was very peaceful and private. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. We would have booked for next year, but it was already taken. We give this rental property and our hosts 5 stars.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

7 May 2015

Couldn't Have Asked For More!!!

My husband and I visited Florida to decide whether we wanted to become snow birds or find a permanent home to buy. We were very fortunate to find this listing in Eustis. From the time of our arrival to the time of our departure we were made to feel at home. The apartment was very clean and neat and had everything needed to make our stay enjoyable. Beth and Jim treated us like family, making sure all our needs were met while maintaining our privacy. We enjoyed setting on the porch, on rocking chairs drinking our morning coffee while enjoying the peaceful country scenery. We couldn't have been more satisfied with our stay. If we could give more than 5 stars we would. We highly recommend this rental. We did find a home to buy in Eustis.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Doug and Sally r.

6 Apr 2015

AS CLOSE TO HOME AS ONE CAN GET 2BR 1BA SLEEPS 3 EUSTIS

MY wife And I give high marks to the landlords of this rental property. Their concerns went way beyond any business relationship. We left feeling we have met new friends. We highly recommend them. Doug and Sally R.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

11 Sept 2014

This place is the best!!!!!

I have had the opportunity to stay at this property for over 3 months while on a work assignment in Florida and am very sad to leave it. There is not enough good things to say about it or the landlords. It is an immaculate property with any and everything you need for a short or long term stay. The location is wonderful. Centrally located to everything from historic Mount Dora to both coasts. The property has a charming country atmosphere and is wonderfully pet friendly. I could feel myself relax the moment I drove up on the quiet serenity surrounding the apartment. The landlords, Jim and Beth, quickly became extended family but also gave me all the privacy I could want. They are wonderful people and a joy to get to know. You can not go wrong staying here and will find yourself hating to leave and hoping to return. So if you are on the fence about a rental this one is an outstanding choice. I felt so safe and secure and away from things I seldom even locked the door unless I was going to be gone overnight. Once I leave Florida I hope to come back periodically and this will definitely be a preferred destination if it is available. Choose the gem with confidence you will love it.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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29 Mar 2014

GREAT PLACE TO STAY HERE!

This is a great place to stay if you want peace & quiet & relaxation. We found a home while staying here, also explored the lakes and countryside. The owners are very gracious. Pat & Lou Murphy

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Dianne R.

19 Feb 2014

Glad we stayed here

We stayed here for 3 months looking for a home. Only need to bring clothes! The kitchen utensils were nice quality, comfortable couch and nice to have washer and dryer included. The size of this apartment fit our needs. Location perfect, 5 minutes from shopping. We enjoyed the porch looking out to the field. The owners are super, available any time and respected our privacy.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne B., Mount Dora, FL, USA

29 Aug 2013

Home Away from Home

This is a beautiful, comfortable, country property! While we were going through the stress of moving and searching for a home to purchase, we truly felt at home in this clean, sweet setting and felt taken care of by the owners. It was very private but the owners were always available to answer questions. We'd come back anytime!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

17 Apr 2013

Ray and Carol

We enjoyed our stay. The apartment was clean, quiet and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the porch with its peaceful view. The location was convenient to the Sanford, Mt. Dora area. There are golf courses close by. We plan on coming back again. The owners were friendly and very helpful. Great place to stay and get away from the cold winters.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

david f., Wapakoneta, Ohio

6 Mar 2013

Ohioans

When we talked to Beth about booking their rental, she said if you see it you won't want to stay anywhere else. She was right. It is in the country, but close to shopping, restaurants or anything you need. There was plenty of room, full kitchen, nice living room and bedrooms, bathroom. You have your own washer/dryer. Very clean, and peaceful, and the landlords are the nicest people you will ever meet. We will stay there everytime we go to Florida.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin R., Kent, WA

5 Dec 2012

Lovely place, gracious hosts

This lovely apartment served as my home away from home for two weeks. I had everything I needed plus Jim and Beth, my hosts, who were ever so gracious making sure I had everything I needed during my stay. There was even coffee for my first morning, a special blessing since I arrived so late the night before and could not make a grocery trip. The apartment is clean and comfortable, the bathroom and kitchen are modern and well-equipped. I would certainly recommend this place for any reason that would bring you to the area. Thank you again Jim and Beth.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

10 Nov 2012

Quiet getaway... a little bit of heaven!

Property, location, and owners were all superb! Nice and clean and very accommodating. Unfortunately for other reasons, unable to rent but a lovely option. If you're looking for a quiet place to relax and enjoy life... look no further. Was willing to allow 2 adult golden retrievers too... perfect location for our four-legged friends!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

7 Nov 2012

Great Florida country escape

This is a great cottage for a get-away or longer term. Everything you need is there in a quiet country setting but only 10-12 minutes from town. Close to Mount Dora too. The owners, Jim & Beth, are so gracious and are there to assist you with anything. Very accommodating.Property is as described & very clean. Lovely setting and very comfortable. We will be back! Thank you Jim & Beth!

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Byrd and daughter, Kathleen Tucker

My name is Elizabeth Byrd. When people ask me how a 'girl' from Seattle ended up in Central Florida, I say, 'the usual reason..a man!' My husband, Jim, a Miami native, and I met in Seattle. When we decided to move to Florida, we chose Lake County for its beautiful lakes (I can live without mountains but not water), climate, and accessibility to large cities without having to live in one. I discovered right away that sunshine is addictive!
Our children are all grown with their own families. Three live in Lake County (one next door) and one out of state. I have lived in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Colorado, North Carolina and Texas. When it come to work, we have both worn a lot of hats! For me... teacher, debate coach, bookkeeper, artist. For Jim... excavation and paving, home builder, wood craftsman and furniture maker and equipment sales. Now we mostly devote our time to property maintenance and keeping our renters happy.

Why they chose this property

When I first saw this property 30 years ago with its two old houses, I felt like I had come home --which is a pretty far stretch for a city girl! It was perfect for us with its front house for us, a shop for my husband, and the back house for my mother-in-law.
After her death, we turned her home into a rental.
The main part of the house was rented by one person for many years but is now a vacation rental. In 2013 we started renting the downstairs apartment as a furnished seasonal rental. It was a great decision! We have made many new Snowbird friends. We have had several long term rentals to couples who were house hunting in Florida. We have also hosted individuals doing business in he area for short periods of time. We live on the property in the front house, so we are here to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Come see us soon.

What makes this property unique

Did you ever watch 'This Old House?' Well we have two of them. The front house was built in 1924 and the back (rental) house was built in 1935. Like many others in Lake County, the property was originally an orange grove. No orange trees left, but we have lots of beautiful old oaks. Living here keeps us in touch with times gone by when life moved at a slower pace and you took time to watch the breeze ruffle the ferns and smell the roses!