The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown - Mount Dora

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Cabin

Full kitchen with breakfast bar open to living area.

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Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Mount Dora, FL

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

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Studio

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown

WATERFRONT! The Boat House is an 800sf private residence built directly over Lake Dora offering panoramic lakefront views. Located on Mount Dora's Famous Boat House Row, right in the heart of downtown Mount Dora, where you can roll out of bed and walk a few steps to one of the quaint coffee shops. The Boat House was once a tin boat shed with floors open to the water and housed two boats. Today, you will find warm, cozy furnishings, comfortable beds, a quiet location and sunsets every evening!

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Caution: Boat house is over water with open dock

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests need to please be quiet as to not disturb neighbors.

If you use the grill, please clean drip tray and grill. Thank you.

Please be cautious of open water and steps and ONLY toilet paper can be flushed down the toilet to prevent sewer issues.

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 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

About the area

Mount Dora

Located in Mount Dora, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Mount Dora Center for the Arts and Mount Dora History Museum 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. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

Mount Dora, FL

What's nearby

Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Donnelly Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Mount Dora History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Renninger's Antique Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪WAVE Asian Bistro & Sushi - ‬7 min walk
‪Jeremiah's - ‬16 min walk
‪Serendipity Brews - ‬4 min walk
‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Pisces Rising - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House on Lake Dora - Waterfront & Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Mount Dora, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Dora and Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce. Royellou Museum and Modernism Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

18 Mar, 2025

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

Wonderful stay!

We had the most wonderful stay at this little magical boathouse. It was very clean, it was far better stocked than any other place that we have stayed. The host was very attentative and pleasant.The location was perfect.I just simply don't have enough kind words to say about this magical little place.Thank you so much for sharing your little paradise!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

17 Mar, 2025

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

A wonderful unique stay!

The Boat House was a great stay. Very unique being over the water with a great view of Lake Dora. So convenient to walking into downtown for restaurants , boutique shops, etc. Would definitely recommend The Boat House!!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

14 Feb, 2025

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

Great relaxing stay

Outstanding location, over the water with a short walk to downtown activities and restaurants. Enjoyed watching the amazing sunsets from elevated deck, many birds to observe and just kicking back for relaxing and enjoy tranquility. Natalie is a great host, and a joy to communicate. We will definitely try to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

25 Jan, 2025

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

Boathouse is great!

This was the third time we have stayed at the Boathouse. Everything was excellent as usual.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Dec, 2024

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

Beautiful, peaceful property

What a jewel we found in the Boathouse! Loved reading the history of the transformation from boathouse to an adorable cottage. Wake up to waterbirds chattering and pink skies at sunup. Very short walk to all the beautiful Christmas lights, shops and restaurants of Mt. Dora. Whenever we return, it will be for the Boathouse!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

claudea m.

23 Nov, 2024

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

Most charming setting ever!

Delightful!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene and Jerry Y.

16 Apr, 2024

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

No place like it!!

What a unique accommodation! What a lovely, enchanting town Mt. Dora is! Staying in a boathouse that is literally ON the water was fun AND relaxing. Mt. Dora was within a short stroll from the boathouse. Upscale (not "tourist type") shopping. A broad range of cuisine. We loved the boat tour of the canal on the lake and our Palm Island Park walk along the boardwalk and trails was beautiful! Clean. Well-stocked. A host that will bend over backwards to make your stay perfect. Don't miss out...reserve the Boat House!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette g.

1 Mar, 2024

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

A Happy Place

This boat house is a hidden gem! The one large room cottage had everything we needed and more. The screened in porch on the water was where we relaxed and enjoyed the open water views, Lake Dora is a very large lake on the Harris chain of lakes where you can take a tour from a local vendor if you like. We parked our vehicle under the carport and walked to town for meals and shopping, this boat house is in a prime location. We spent two nights celebrating our anniversary and couldn’t have picked a better place which was just a little over an hour from our home but was the perfect getaway place, thanks for the bottle of wine, we enjoyed it on your porch.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Fort Lauderdale

19 Feb, 2024

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

Quaint & Cozy

Absolutely perfect for a couples getaway. Location was beyond fabulous. House located directly on the lake and walking distance to town. The view was spectacular. House was charming, clean and great communicati on with the host. I can't say enough about the Boat House.I highly recommend staying here. You will not be disappointed.A memorable weekend was had at this home.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

pat s., Ponte Vedra Fl

16 Oct, 2023

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

Waterfront bungalow

I loved this place. It was rustic but charming. I would stay again. It is ideal for a couple, as not having any bedrooms creates a lack of privacy. But perfect for a couple and small kids. I will be back to this one. The walk to everything was amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 May, 2023

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

Cozy Cottage

Visited in December for a long weekend. The cottage was adorable and we loved walking around to all the shops and restaurants while the Christmas lights were up. So glad we stayed here for our visit. Hope to return some day.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

1 Apr, 2023

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

Perfect!!

We absolutely loved staying at the Boat House!! It was adorable, quiet, beautiful and excellent location to the quaint town of Mt. Dora. It was all walkable from the Boat House. Sunsets from the raised deck were a memorable, gorgeous surprise. We will return!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

11 Feb, 2023

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

Fantastic!

Everything was perfect. Great home. Great location. Great sunsets. Natalie was great to work with. She checked with us on more than one occasion to make sure things were okay. Already booked for next year.

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert B.

5 Jan, 2023

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

GREAT PLACE ON THE LAKE

great place, 2nd time stay, did not want to leave !! Joey our little doggie had a great time too!! GREAT sunsets and just the lake view !! WOW

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

MaryLou V.

11 Dec, 2022

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

Wonderful Property, Great Host

We could not have been happier with the property. Great location and absolutely charming place!! Natalie was wonderful to communicate with and went out of her way to tell us about holiday events scheduled for the timeframe we were there. Really impressive!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

mildred P.

16 Nov, 2022

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

Beautiful Relaxing Mini Vacation

The owner takes pride in her property. Everything was wonderful especially the view.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

4 Sept, 2022

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

Wonderful 3 night anniversary trip

Wife and I loved the cabin on the lake. We spent the first two nights celebrating our wedding anniversary then welcomed our best friends for the last night, showing them the town and scenery of these beautiful lakes. The property was just as advertised and was very comfortable, even with the extra two on final night. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

31 May, 2022

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

Very good

My only concern was the door to the porch did not lock.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T., Jacksonville FL

11 Apr, 2022

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

Unique, beautiful and chill

What a wonderful vacation rental! Relaxing, gorgeous views of the lake and has everything you might need. Easy walk into town where there are plenty of great shops and restaurants. Only thing I could not find was the crowbar I needed to pry my husband off the lakefront deck when it was time to leave. Perfect for a couples retreat. I hope to stay again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg J.

29 Mar, 2022

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

The boathouse in Mount Dora

This was our first stay and it was great. Very convenient to downtown with beautiful waterfront views. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert B.

21 Mar, 2022

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

GREAT PLACE ON THE LAKE

Was a GREAT place ON ( over) the lake thanks for letting dogs come we had our 7 year old poodle. has was FANTASTIC. and downtown mount dora is great too we came over from Vero Beach and will be back. have been to mount dora many times been in Vero Beach 48 years. the "boat house " was fvie star

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann L., Alachua FL USA

10 Jan, 2022

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

Incredible piece of heaven

My husband and I have stayed at many VRBO homes in our beautiful country. We have family in Eustis and a couple of years ago I reserved a place on the lake for my husband and myselt because we love being near the water. My son and fiance stayed a Lakeside Inn. Very convenient! Mt Dora is the sweetest, quaint town, but staying on Lake Road at a boat house on Lake Dora is as special and as relaxing as it gets. I had looked at "The Boathouse On Lake Dora" many times and it was always booked when I needed it. It makes me hesitant to give a 5 star review because it might end up even more booked when I'm ready to go back, but I must. The pictures of the cottage don't do it justice. It exceeded our expectations. Everything you need is in attended to. The cottage, the lake, the very short walk to downtown Mt Dora (.3 miles to Pisces Rising Restaurant) is an added plus. We live 100 miles away and will be back soon. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your very special cottage. And PS love the neighbor's kitty reception. Just adds to the ambience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022