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Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage

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Guest sign in desk
Living room
Living room
Dinning room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mt Dora, FL
  • Donnelly Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Renninger's Antique Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage

Delight in the charms of the Crescent Moon Cottage, a fully remodeled 1940’s cottage in the Historic District, just blocks away from all the action in downtown Mt. Dora. It has the charm of the past and the conveniences of today. (Please review our other historic district cottage the Celtic Moon Cottage - property #948380)
Enjoy a relaxing getaway, in the fully furnished, 2 bedrooms, one bath, 1100 sqft cottage. Begin your day with a cup of coffee on the lovely enclosed sun porch or on the private back patio. Stretch your legs with a six block walk to the center of town. Browse the quaint boutiques and shops, have lunch at one of the many cafes, bars and restaurants. Watch the neighbors stroll by on a bench in Donnelly Park, view the sunset over the lake at the Mt. Dora Lighthouse, or catch a play at the Ice House Theatre.
Hungry? Prepare a gourmet meal in the fully equipped kitchen, and serve it in the vintage style dining room. Then as the night winds down, cozy up to a good book in an overstuffed chair in the living room. For the person that needs to be ‘connected’ the cottage is fully wired with cable and Wi-Fi.
As you succumb to sleep, climb into the king size bed in the master bedroom or one of two twin beds in the guest bedroom.
At the Crescent Moon Cottage you won’t “feel” at home, you’ll be at home.

Property manager

Debbie Fitzgerald
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only under 15 pounds considered. 1st dog - $
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Dora

In the city centre, this holiday home is in a walkable area with great shopping. Mount Dora Community Building and Mount Dora Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club and Evans Park. TableTop Team Trivia and King's Landing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Mt Dora, FL

What's nearby

  • Donnelly Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WAVE Asian Bistro & Sushi - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Serendipity Brews - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pisces Rising - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Mount Dora, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Donnelly Park, Mount Dora Community Building and Mount Dora Center for the Arts. Mount Dora History Museum and Modernism Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Clean cozy cottage

Great location. Well equipped. Wonderful spot to just relax.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Great property

Clean, nicely decorated, good linens, and bath towels Comfortable beds Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail T.

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

Lovely historic cottage

The house was very clean and well stocked. Beds were comfy and linens nice. Furnishings were a beautiful blend of country chic and antiques. The owner took great care in decorating. Location about 6 short blocks to the center of Mount Dora by sidewalks. Only con (which doesn’t reflect on the house itself) is the intersection can be noisy. A noise machine enabled a good nights sleep.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paula M.

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

Thanksgiving Visit

Great location. Close to downtown shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Gorgeous

Very nicely appointed home. Bright, clean well supplied and great furnishings. The process were easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrice B.

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

Perfect Cottage!

Everything you could wish for was supplied by this wonderful cottage in Mount Dora. This is our second time staying there and we will come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

The Best!

Great location, just a few blocks from downtown, everything was clean, neat and the home had all you needed. Beds were comfy and the yard had a cute patio are as well. Loved the decor, very cozy! Only downside were the steps to go into the house. If you need help walking or have bad knees or hips it could be a problem for you. I would absolutely stay here again@
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

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

Comfy and Cozy!

Great property! Very comfortable and well appointed. Close to historic downtown Mount Dora. Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Perfect Writing Retreat

The cottage has several desks and plenty of seating areas as well as being an easy drive into town to take in the local sites. Will definitely be looking at booking again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buck B.

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

Absolutely perfect

This property and our host were absolutely wonderful. The cottage is so well decorated, meticulously clean, cozy, and close to downtown. I honestly can't think of any better way to spend time in Mount Dora. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Cottage Retreat

Debbie is a great hostess who responds promptly to any need. We had a lovely stay and retreat, very comfortable, clean and near all the things we love to do. Great places to eat and shop. I would definately return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

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

Christmas in Mount Dora

This is the second time we stayed at the Crescent Moon but hopefully not our last. Everything was clean and homey great for the Holidays as it was for our previous working vacation. We were locked out at one point and called Debbie. This sounds like an exaggeration but it isn’t., within 3 minutes their truck comes in and fixed the problem. This was during the Holidays incredibly good service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Gem in Mt Dora

We needed a convenient location with a kitchen. This home had both and more. What a darling home. Very clean and set up with every convenience. Super clean. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah w.

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

charming cottage

We had a wonderful stay at the Crescent Moon Cottage. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cammie T.

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

Quaint Cottage with a Sophisticated Flare

The cottage is nicely decorated and organized with all of the makings for a cozy and enjoyable stay. Walking distance to 90% of our activities in the Mount Dora area. Dining downtown with no need for parking was awesome! Driveway accommodates multiple vehicles and antique markets and convenience stores are within a short drive's distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse B.

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

Great stay and location!

It ‘twas excellente
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

56th wedding anniversary

This cottage is so adorable. It was spotless and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

So cute!!!

This cottage is absolutely adorable!! Everything we needed was there for use. It’s within walking distance to town. Communication was the fastest I’ve experienced on VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Cute house

This house was so cute! It iwas very clean & for the size it had a great amount of dishes, towels etc. We loved the location. It is an easy walk to downtown Mount Dora.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Getaway

Great location very cozy and comfortable,Clean, host was very accommodating, Offstreet parking within walking distance of everything definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Donna J.

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

Comfy and quaint

Very nice feature to be within walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danette J.

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

At home

So cozy and welcoming and location was perfect!! Even my dog Dusty felt at home! Treated my mom, aunts and friend to a few days away. Our time here couldn't have been more perfect! I'm totally going to miss it! I'm sure I'll be back! Thanks so much for sharing your home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Bible girl reunion

We are adult cousins with grandmothers that were sisters. We loved the cute, comfortable, clean and convenient Cottage! Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barnabas D.

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

Great Stay!

First time at Mount Dora and we had a great time and the cottage was perfect. Easy walk to the shops, very clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn V.

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

Perfect weekend getaway for the girls..

It was the cutest little cottage. My favorite place to drink my coffee was in the side room off of the dining room. I loved all the old pieces of decor and furniture. Very nice location to downtown. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Fitzgerald

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Although my husband and I grew up in Central New Jersey, we raised our three children in South Florida. For a period of time, the family was spread along the east coast from Florida to Connecticut. It wasn't until 2012, when the Navy transferred my son to Cape Canaveral, that we thought, this would be the perfect opportunity to re-locate to Central Florida. My youngest daughter was living in Orlando with her husband, and was attending UCF at the time. So, in December of that year, my husband and I moved from New Jersey to Eustis, FL and now, we enjoy our family being within driving distance of one another.

Since moving to Lake County we have fallen in love with the area especially, Mt Dora, just one town over. We love that there is always something happening on the 'Mount', from the festivals, to parades and races.

Why they chose this property

Since Mt. Dora fits our lifestyle, we decided it would be our retirement town. So a year or so ago, we started wandering the streets looking for the perfect neighborhood to purchase a retirement home. We wanted a small mid-century home in the Historic District, on the parade route, close to town, that provided cottage style living.

Last summer we found the perfect house sooner than we expected; the Crescent Moon Cottage. Although we didn't expect to buy our retirement home at this time, we decided it was exactly what we were looking for and we'd probably never get another opportunity to purchase it.

So in April 2014 we became the proud owners of the Crescent Moon Cottage.






What makes this property unique

Every time I enter the Crescent Moon Cottage, a sense of calm comes over me. I'm not sure if it's the morning sun streaming in, or the coziness and comfort of the sun porch, or maybe the beautiful wood floors reminding me of the house I grew up in, all I know is, when I'm there, I'm home. And you will be too.

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