Sylvan Shores

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These a caladiums, a bulb crop grown for its colorful foliage in brilliant shades of reds, pinks, and whites. A vista that can only be taken in by traveling to Lake Placid, Florida - "The Caladium Capital of the World". There are hundreds and hundreds of acres grown at Bates Sons AND Daughters. If you visit in late summer, before the fall harvest, you can appreciate all this color in person. #Trovember
Colorful caladiums covering hundreds and hundreds of acres at Bates Sons AND Daughters in Lake Placid, FL, the caladium capital of the world.
These a caladiums, a bulb crop grown for its colorful foliage in brilliant shades of reds, pinks, and whites. A vista that can only be taken in by traveling to Lake Placid, Florida - "The Caladium Capital of the World". There are hundreds and hundreds of acres grown at Bates Sons AND Daughters. If you visit in late summer, before the fall harvest, you can appreciate all this color in person. #Trovember
These a caladiums, a bulb crop grown for its colorful foliage in brilliant shades of reds, pinks, and whites. A vista that can only be taken in by traveling to Lake Placid, Florida - "The Caladium Capital of the World". There are hundreds and hundreds of acres grown at Bates Sons AND Daughters. If you visit in late summer, before the fall harvest, you can appreciate all this color in person. #Trovember
Other than its actual existence began in 1960, seemingly every other 'fact' about the Lake Placid Tower contains conflicting information. It's either 240 ft or 270 ft tall. It's either made from concrete blocks, reinforced concrete, or limestone. It may or may not have been the world's greatest concrete block building when it opened. The tower was built to capitalize on the 40 mile scenic view and the numerous lakes and caladium fields that surround Lake Placid, on the Central Florida Ridge. The tower closed to visitors in the early 80's due to lack of interest. Ownership changed hands and the tower began receiving visitors a couple years later. The tower is closed seemingly for good as of sometime in the 2000's. The structure that once touted the "highest payphone in Florida" now operates solely as a cell phone tower. #Trovember
lake side house in the middle of orange country/

lake side house in the middle of orange country/

Lake Placid FL
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The pool was nice. The air conditioner needs to be looked at. We had it on 69 and inside was 79. No outside lighting. Stove, microwave and oven lights were out. Numerous indoor lights were burned out also. Need bedside tables on both sides of beds. A end table between sofa and chair in TV room would ...

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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3 Bedroom House - Lake Clay Dream Away Half Acre - Fun and Cozy - Waterfront

3 Bedroom House - Lake Clay Dream Away Half Acre - Fun and Cozy - Waterfront

Lake Placid FL
The price is €300 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€300
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals of Lake Placid ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Exceptional stay. House was clean. Host was extremely accommodating. Would highly recommend

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

3 Bedroom House - Lake Clay Dream Away Half Acre - Fun and Cozy - Waterfront
Lake Retreat for10 has Pool-Dock-4 Bedrooms-2 Bath Expansive Lakefront Views

Lake Retreat for10 has Pool-Dock-4 Bedrooms-2 Bath Expansive Lakefront Views

Lake Placid FL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals of Lake ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Great Lake House
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great communication with the host, the home is ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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Lake Retreat for10 has Pool-Dock-4 Bedrooms-2 Bath Expansive Lakefront Views
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lake side house in the middle of orange country/

lake side house in the middle of orange country/

Lake Placid FL
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The pool was nice. The air conditioner needs to be looked at. We had it on 69 and inside was 79. No outside lighting. Stove, microwave and oven lights were out. Numerous indoor lights were burned out also. Need bedside tables on both sides of beds. A end table between sofa and chair in TV room would ...

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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Lakeside Luxury on Lake Clay!

Lakeside Luxury on Lake Clay!

Lake Placid FL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Convenient with Publix across the street

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Lakeside Luxury on Lake Clay!
Home in Lake Placid!

Home in Lake Placid!

Lake Placid FL
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Placid Tower and Murals of Lake Placid ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
House is very relaxing

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Home in Lake Placid!
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Popular places to visit

Aerial view of a communications tower surrounded by lush greenery and forest, west of Vero Lakes Estates, Fellsmere, Florida.

Lake Placid Tower

Learn about the local history of Sylvan Shores when you spend time at Lake Placid Tower. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Lake Placid Tower

Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park

You can take time to visit Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park during your travels to Lake Placid. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park

Murals of Lake Placid

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Murals of Lake Placid during your travels in Lake Placid. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Murals of Lake Placid

American Clown Museum & School

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at American Clown Museum & School in Lake Placid. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

American Clown Museum & School

Fresenius Medical Care

If Fresenius Medical Care is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Lake Placid.

Fresenius Medical Care

Historical Society Depot Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Historical Society Depot Museum during your trip to Lake Placid. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Historical Society Depot Museum
Boat pier at sunrise in Lake Placid Florida; Shutterstock ID 59026585

Lake Placid