Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes | House in Tavares

9.8 (29 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Tavares House | Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes

3 Bedroom House in Tavares

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

Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes is located in Tavares. Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Canal front pool home to Dora Chain of Lakes has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Tavares has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Tavares, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Electric car charging station on site
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 total pets
Accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevators
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Deck or patio
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: this home is not be advisable for non-swimmers.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total pets pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Shanna K.
Jun 8, 2025 08:26:15 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great home! Spacious home with lots of room. Fenced backyard and pool were a bonus! Plenty of parking for our cars and boat. Host was great!
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