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Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District

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Livingroom. Sleeper sofa, matching recliners, electric fire place, smartTV.
Livingroom stocked with books, games, and dvds
Master bedroom. Comfortable large king bed.
Master bedroom, vanity, full length mirrors, bluetooth speaker alarm clock.
Master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Mt Dora, FL
  • Mount Dora Museum Of Speed
    6 min walk
  • First Baptist Church of Mount Dora
    6 min walk
  • Gilbert Park
    15 min walk
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    20 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District

2 Bed / 2 Bath cottage is whimsically decorated and a comfortable place to call your home away from home. Our goal is to inspire you to return again.

Master suite: king
Guest bedroom: queen
Either bedroom - you will enjoy a good night sleep!

Master Bath with full size shower; Guest Bath with tub-shower.

Full-size kitchen is abundantly equipped, and features a gas range, microwave, dishwasher, full-size refrigerator with ice maker and eat-in breakfast nook. Full-size washer and dryer.

The living room with fireplace is a great place to unwind. L/R Sofa is comfortable double bed for additional sleeping. Large flat-screen TV ready for you to cast your favorite shows. DVD player and a stock of DVD's are also available.

Wireless high speed internet available free.

Enjoy some laid-back outdoor time in the courtyard or private new screened room and back deck. Gas grill and seating on the back deck is great for cooking up some of the local fare!

COVID19 Coronavirus Update: this cottage is disinfected after every use including remotes, all high touch surfaces (doorknobs, handles, light switches) bathrooms and kitchen. We delay bookings between guests and use high filtration air conditioning filters. We monitor the current status locally and have blocked availability when needed to protect any guests.

Local attractions:
Fantastic local micro-brewery, Eden Abbey, is a ten minute walk away on Highland St. Gilbert Park on Liberty Ave has a beautiful nature walk, and is also an easy walk from the cottage. Village Farmers Market Sundays 9am-2pm at the end of Donnelly St. by the lake open Fall through Spring. Convenient to all Downtown Mt. Dora activities, restaurants, and shopping. Beautiful live Theatre in Mt Dora with top caliber plays.

*No Smoking inside, Pet Friendly (under 40 lbs) with advance approval. Please message owner prior to booking.

I'd love to welcome you to Holly's Hideaway!

Property manager

Brett C

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
No high chair available. No baby bed available.

Events

No events allowed
With prior arrangements only. Please call.

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
$40 Pet fee non-refundable Pet under 40 lbs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed within dwelling.
Maximum vehicles allowed 2

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: With prior arrangements only. Please call.
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Dora

Located in Mount Dora, this cottage is in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rock Springs Run State Reserve and Rock Springs Run, while Mount Dora Museum Of Speed and Mount Dora Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider TableTop Team Trivia and King's Landing. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mt Dora, FL

What's nearby

  • Gilbert Park - 15 min walk
  • Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 19 min walk
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 19 min walk
  • Donnelly Park - 2 min drive
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WAVE Asian Bistro & Sushi - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Serendipity Brews - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Copacabana - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holly's Hideaway Mt Dora Charming 2/2 in Historic District located?

Located in the centre of Mount Dora, this family-friendly cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Dora Museum Of Speed and First Baptist Church of Mount Dora. Gilbert Park and Donnelly Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place!
Super clean with great accommodations! The host was wonderful! Highly recommend highly recommend Holly's Hideaway when visiting Mount Dora and surrounding areas.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing time
Great communication with the owners, everything available that we needed, place was magnificent, spotless, beautiful outside, Charming great for family, comfortable living room, comfortable beds, lovely master bedroom. Don't know what else to say except we're coming back thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hide-a-way!!
This home is actually better than advertised! The outdoor areas are lush and so relaxing. The interior is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. This kitchen was exceptionally well stocked, as were the bathrooms. We enjoyed every minute! The only negative, for the guys, was there were no local TV stations on which to watch their football games 😂😂 We would definitely stay there again - and actually would love to live there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful place
Lovely garden and quiet neighborhood. We lacked for nothing. Clean and organized. Great snacks provided. Near the historic district. Can walk everywhere. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Very comfortable, clean and convenient place to stay. Holly and Dale were very accessible when needed. Very quiet neighborhood. The courtyard and screened in porch where wonderful places to relax at the end of the day or in the morning drinking your coffee. Had all the conveniences of home. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly's place
Holly's place is so peaceful and quite, me and my family had all accommodations that Holly could possible have, me and my grandson loved spending time pn the swing ,love the front porch and back porch,would recommend Holly's place to everyone.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find
Our visit was great. The house was very comfortable:. Wonderful bed, nice recliners, big screen tv. Holly thought of our every need. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable
Very private roomy clean place to stay. Many personal touches and comfortable furniture makes your time there relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you so much Holly!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect
I think it is accurate to say, you cant judge the property until you enter the front garden thru the privacy fence! After that, it is an absolutely perfect accommodation. Every convenience is there for our needs. Very relaxing environment.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really is a Hide-away
Clean, comfortable, warm. This place really feels like visiting family. Very well-eqipped. Great yard! If you need a Ace in Mt. Dora, this one is it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Traci P., Warner Robins GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, comfortable and convenient
Holly is a wonderful host! This is a great place to stay. All the comforts of home and convenient to a variety of attractions/places. Mount Dora has some nice places to eat and visit (shout-out to PizzAmore, their food is awesome). Mount Dora has a lovely downtown area too. Lots of local shops to browse. And Orlando is just a short drive away if that's what you prefer. The beds were quite comfortable, and so were the recliners and couch. We LOVE the screened porch and spent quite a bit of time out there relaxing and just enjoying the lovely weather. We ate breakfast out there twice. :-) The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need. We plan on staying here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
We had everything we needed. The place was a really good size and we loved the outdoor space. Very clean and well stocked. We would love to come back again next year
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madelon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One more time trip
I brought my 94 year old Mother to Florida to do one of her bucket list items, see the Ocean one more time. Hollys Hideaway was perfect for her easy access to home and shower, close to my Sister and Niece. Mom loved the house and decor our stay was pleasant and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming property in a quiet neighborhood
Holly’s Hideaway was perfect for our Labor Day getaway. It is in a quiet neighborhood minutes from downtown Mt Dora. Renniger’s flea market and antique center is literally around the corner on 441 and there is also a grocery store (Publix) less than 2 miles away. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked with everything you could possibly need and the screened lanai was awesome. The host was quick to respond to every question and gave clear instructions for where to park and how to enter the property. We would definitely stay here again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicest VRBO I have stayed in yet
Everything was perfect! Holly's Hideaway was spotless and very comfortable. Equipped with everything you could possibly need and more. Great location, nice private yard and screened lanai. Holly even provided a complimentary bottle of wine. She also contacted us to ask if everything was good. I highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leona P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed Holly's Hideaway! Holly spared no expense to be sure we had everything we needed including a welcome with a bottle of wine. Super clean and with every amemity you could think of. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy stay
Thank you Holly you came thru with alll our needs and your place is beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to downtown
Cute house excellent place close to downtown nice fenced in yard!! Definitely go there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Very close to the town center in a quiet neighborhood. Exceedingly clean and well appointed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to downtown Mt. DORA
House and property were clean and well equipped. Beds comfy. Quiet neighborhood. Excellent location if you want to do the shops and bars in Mt. Dora. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly's Hideaway- a great place.
We stayed the entire month of February, and had a great time. The home was very clean, comfortable, and well furnished. Holly and Dale responded to every question and made our stay so enjoyable.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bev W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly's Hideaway
We felt welcome as soon as we stepped through the door. Holly thought of everything we would need and more. The house is tastefully decorated and very clean. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home!!!!!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D., West Palm Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing
This was the perfect getaway. We really enjoyed our stay. Holly responded quickly to a message I sent her. We sat outside on the screen porch and relaxed with a cup of coffee. The property is beautiful with all the oak trees! We loved the quaint downtown area. We enjoyed breakfast at the Highland Street Cafe. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay !
Clean. Quiet, well appointed. We were very comfortable, and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lily C., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Already planning to return next year
I don’t know where to start when it comes to Holly and her home. Holly was absolutely a pleasure, responsive and has a great sense of humor! The home was exquisite. Every little detail was thought through carefully. Everything from coffee filters to towels to games and movies. The patio and lanai were heavenly. The beds were so comfortable we could hardly get out of them! Everything worked beautifully. The decor was whimsical and beautiful. It was such a perfect stay. We can hardly wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brett C

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Holly and her husband have been residents since 1989. Both are transplants from south Florida. They found Mount Dora charming immediately and raised their children here in this hideaway and still call Mount Dora home.

This home is an owner’s suite, which is attached to the back of front of home long-term rental apartment. The entrance to this home is through the gate left of garage which opens up to a private oasis. The building is a unique builder’s design with privacy in mind. A true hide away the owner’s have personally enjoyed for years. The owner’s have experienced many long term tenants over the years and now have many returning guests. Safety and sound privacy have been well built into this structure. The owner would love to share this home with you as their guests.

Holly is a nurse specialist in infection control and is very involved in the state and national organizations for Infection Prevention. She will assure you this home is cleaned to hospital expected standards. She loves the outdoors, walking, hiking, kayaking. There is an abundance of central Florida springs and trails she considers local hidden treasures.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property during the 1989 February Mt. Dora Art Festival. We fell in love with the close-to-downtown location for all the downtown events AND the private personal park setting of this home located at the end of a nice, quiet street. It is located a mile from Donnelly St and Fifth Ave intersection. This was our family home for 5 years!

Beautiful walk to a great little city: If you want to walk to downtown, recommend walk to Liberty Street then down passed Donnelly Park to the lake. Follow lake around marina and then up Donnelly Street. There is a parking there and a parking garage at that end of Donnelly Street as well. This is a beautiful walk. City maps are available in the living room hutch by patio doors and/or in the Welcome Book located in the top shelf of living room bookcase.

Holly

What makes this property unique

Best of both the quiet serenity at home and the City of Mount Dora so close.
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