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"Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly

Holiday home in Mount Dora with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Mount Dora's charm awaits at this cozy 1932 cottage. Take a short walk to historic downtown and enjoy the nearby shops, cafes, galleries and sunset views of Lake Dora.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly

The perfect place to stay while visiting beautiful Mount Dora. Just a short walk or bike ride to historic downtown Mount Dora. Enjoy all the nearby shops, cafes and galleries. Located in an established neighborhood amongst other renovated historical cottages. Walk to the library, parks and to Lake Dora at sunset. Built in 1932, this inviting 2 bedroom 1 bath home has been recently renovated. The kitchen is fully equipped with a mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and stove.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Renovated "mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Mount Dora

About the area

Map
Mount Dora, FL

What's nearby

  • Mount Dora Community Building - 5 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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeremiah's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Serendipity Brews - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wave Asian Bistro Sushi - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fifth Avenue Streatery - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at "Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly located?

Located in the heart of Mount Dora, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Mount Dora Community Building, Donnelly Park and Mount Dora Center for the Arts. Mount Dora History Museum and The Donnelly House are also within 15 minutes.

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"Mermaid House" in Downtown Mt. Dora!! Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great trip!! The Mermaid House was super cute and close to everything in Mount Dora.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara C.

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

Nice property close to downtown

Very cute property and easy walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

LOVED our stay at the Mermaid House!!

This house is absolutely adorable! We loved our time there and would absolutely book again. The owner was incredibly responsive with all questions and even mailed back a dress that was accidents left. Could not recommend this property more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale A.

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

Great place to stay!

Had a wonderful stay at the Mermaid house. Was very nice and cozy. AC was great, location excellent, and very quiet neighborhood. Host was very communicative and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina L.

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

Very nice and close to ebrytng

We loved this little home. It is near to everything and so comfortable. All the amenities of home. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Cozy & Convenient

Nice accommodations within close proximity to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura i.

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

Cute, clean and close!

Very nice. Stayed for Thanksgiving. Recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful getaway for our whole family

We had an amazing time. Check in process was a breeze, host was great and was available for communication if at all necessary. House was clean, beds we’re comfortable and everything was provided. The house was walking distance to downtown but far enough away that the sounds of festivals or parades weren’t bothersome. 10/10 recommend and we hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Winnie C., Englewood, FL

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

Great place to stay in Mount Dora

We loved the Mermaid bungalow. Just as pictured. Location perfect for Mount Dora activities. Our doggies loved the backyard as we did. Nice place to sit out and enjoy the fresh air. We did have a few issues, but the host and staff were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

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

Awesome house and property manager!

Second experience with this property. Tastefully decorated and clean. Owners are very responsive and polite. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kari I., Carlisle, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Left a little too be desired, but cute...

The look of the outside of the cottage was cute although a little overgrown. Once you enter the property, those of us with vertigo have footing issues. The floors were warped and went in waves. The cottage is nicely decorated, and there was seating. The king size bed, although comfortable, did not provide an egress for the person on that side of the bed. The door to the bathroom did not close properly or lock which also made for an interesting week. The dining room chairs need love. Also, the micro fridge although cute was just too small for a house of 4 for a week. Also, the back yard has not been maintained and did not provide a welcoming hang out space. Then mid week, realized that the other building on the property is also a guest house so had another couple staying and walking by our windows and vehicle. Was unexpected and a little concerning until we spoke to them. All in all, a bit disappointed in the property, but we were still able to enjoy our time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alina S.

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

Whimsical spot to stay at!

I would describe the 'Mermaid House', in today's standards as more like a cottage/bungalow. We were three staying during a 3-day weekend trip. I am not sure if it would be feasible for more than 2 people to stay longer than that. The place was very clean and well supplied with more than the average inventory of items, both in the bathroom and kitchen. Across, it was decorated in good taste, and not crowded at all; with plenty of space available within the common areas. The bedrooms had comfortable beds to sleep on, but the only main inconvenience was that for two people sleeping in one bed, the beds were both situated against a wall. Also, there were no dressers of any size to store your clothes in. The bathroom is nicely tiled and the shower was spacious enough to comfortably move around in. We were amazed that there were more than one place available to hang your large towels on to dry... thank you for that! The kitchen was 'retro' like decorated with all the necessities on hand. We were a bit disappointed with the outside back area; not quite the same image as the pictures online; it needs some immediate TLC. Several plants around need to be replaced and the fire pit was filled with debris. We could not have asked for a better location; just walking distance to the main sites of historical Mt. Dora.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Fred W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
over all we give it 3 stars. It was about a half mile from town. Nice to have it pet friendly. A/C worked great. Kitchen was adequate too. Nice TV. We had a hard time sleeping, the beds need a foam topper of some kind. They are hard! Bath room had a sad little shower head, minimal bath towels and wash clothes. Hardly any soap! The foam containers had watered down soap, basically no soap. One sample size tiny bar in the shower, and i mean tiny. We had to go out and buy soap. Scant little shampoo, only one! So bring your own. Sorry to not be more positive- for the price i dont think we would repeat this stay. The back patio was too dirty to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great little stay in th mermaid cottage. Check-in easy, super cute and great location. Everything you need for a little vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine L. F.

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

Clean and well-appointed stay

The property is lovely with thoughtful features, excellent air conditioning, abundant ceiling fans, comfortable beds and furnishings, and nice coffee provisions. The decor was pleasant and inviting and it had everything we needed during our stay. Thank you for an easy visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

Girls week

Sweet little place with everything necessary that you could possibly need and super clean. We loved the little special touches thoughout. It is located nicely with walking distance to town and about a 15 minute walk. We walked back and forth a couple times a day, nice walk. We sat out on the front porch every morning and it was quiet, all you heard were the birds chirping. There is a nice area out back for lounging and in addition a firepit. Super quiet at night also. Mt. Dora is a special town with many boutiques, galleries, shops & restaurants. We also took the boat ride down the canal with Rusty Anchor, its always a must see for me in Mt. Dora and love sharing it with others. Tavares is only about 10 minutes away with a wonderful roof top lounge, bi-planes flying over the water and several waterfront restaurants. Its a great area for exploring. I am familiar with the area but my friend from North Carolina had never been and absolutely loved it! Favorite restaurants while there were Pisces Rising (great mojitos for 5 during happy hour!), Goblin Market and The Yardery. I would highly recommend The Mermaid Cottage, it won't dissapoint!
Mermaid Cottage
Rooftop Bar in Tavares
I loved the little arch in front of the cottage, so sweet!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arlene B.

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

Mermaid House

Property offered bare bones.. not even a box of tissues! Good location for downtown activities.Could use brighter lighting…dark house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary B.

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

Perfect anniversary getaway

We celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary with a long weekend stay at The Mermaid House in Mount Dora. The house was perfect, the neighborhood great and close to downtown. When we had a question for the host he contacted us right away. Since it was very hot we didn’t get to enjoy the backyard oasis much. We hope to return in the fall
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Great stay!

Property was clean and conveniently located. Quiet neighborhood. Close to shops and cafes. Host was very accommodating and communication was great! We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson P.

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

Very Cute Property

Really liked the property, it was very cute. Some minor issues like non-functioning TV's and would have been nice to have some ice in the freezer, but overall it was nice and clean and I would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Great

Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge C.

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

Quiet getaway

We enjoyed staying at the mermaid house. Cozy old cottage just big enough. Updated shower, adequate kitchen, comfortable beds. Could not figure out how to use the tvs. Close enough to walk downtown thru a safe pleasant neighborhood. Looking forward to going back later in the year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

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

Wonderful Mt Dora home!

My sister, two pups, and I all stayed over the weekend in the mermaid house! It was the cutest house and the perfect location! Hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genia D.

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

Golf getaway

Loved the short walk to downtown Mt. Dora! House was comfortable and clean. Area has a vey safe feeling! Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

madison c.

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

Cute spot near downtown

This how was perfect for our weekend anniversary trip. It’s close enough to downtown without being in the middle of downtown. We will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025