Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom37 sq m

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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.

Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL

Our lovely fully furnished 1 bed/1 bath Cottage 23 is a freshly remodeled vacation rental cottage at Dora Canal Court in Tavares, Florida.

Enjoy being steps away from the famous Dora Canal and walking distance to downtown Tavares. Relax with some boating, fishing, seaplanes, sunshine and more! Lots of waterfront restaurants and always fun events going on around town. Located in Central Florida next to Mt Dora and about 45 min north of Orlando. Tavares is known as America’s Seaplane City.

Assigned parking per cottage with boat parking availability. Seawall for overnight boat docking also available. Private community fish cleaning station by canal. Private community laundromat and gathering areas.

We are a family owned and operated waterfront community with 13 residential mobile home lots mixed in with 8 vacation rental cottages.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchenette

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property

Location highlights

In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On the waterfront

Things to do

Gym
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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

Property does not allow children
Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30

Long-term renters welcome

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

About the area

Located in Tavares, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fern Prairie Preserve and Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area, while Lake County Historical Museum and Paul P. Williams Auditorium are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Tavares travel guide

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Tavares, FL

What's nearby

Lake Dora
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Wooten Park
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Lake County Historical Museum
9 min walk - 0.8 km
TableTop Team Trivia
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center
17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Wawa Store #5270
16 min walk
McDonald's
3 min drive
Circle K
6 min walk
Hwy 441 Diner
3 min drive
Michael Asian Restaurant
3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage 23: The Lighthouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL located?

Located in the heart of Tavares, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lake County Historical Museum and Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center. Wooten Park and TableTop Team Trivia are also within 1 mile (2 km).