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Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Leesburg, FL
  • Place, Treasure Island
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, UF Health Leesburg Hospital
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Venetian Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg

One bedroom cozy waterfront cottage located on Haynes Creek, a historic Florida waterway, this picturesque location highlights the natural Florida. Surrounded by tall cypress and oak trees dripping with Spanish Moss, our charming country cottage offers the peaceful get-a-way that vacations are made for. Expansive wrap around deck with a big old cypress tree right up through the center! A large sunny space for reading or sun bathing on a lounge as well as cozy covered seating areas are just a few steps above the dock. Spend evenings relaxing by the fire pit on your private waterfront balcony. A fisherman's paradise with water on two sides Take a tour of the lock, directly across from your cottage, that allows boats to navigate the four foot difference in water level between Lake Eustis and Lake Griffin. Or maybe explore the area with one of our two kayaks available for use.

On the interior guests will find warm and friendly Florida decor with a full size sleeper sofa, TV and wifi. Fully equipped kitchen with everything you would need, or not, because we also provide a list of local restaurants and take-out phone numbers. And if you enjoy cooking outside, you will love the peace and tranquility of the side yard grilling area surrounded by tropical plants, flowers and beautiful trees dripping with moss. Wake up every morning looking out at the water! Sliding glass doors out of the living room and bedroom allow for plenty of Florida sunshine and water views. Lots of closet space to unpack and feel comfortable for the duration of your stay.

Find yourself in the middle of some of the most quaint and friendly small towns in Florida. Mount Dora, known nationally for it's festivals and shows, is just a few miles away. Filled with delightful shops and restaurants, lawn bowling, lighthouse boardwalk and much more to enjoy. Tavares is the Sea-Plane City, where visitors can linger over lunch at one of the restaurants along the Lake Dora waterfront and watch boats and sea planes come and go. You can even take a ride in a sea plane! In the town of Eustis visit the Farmers Market every Thursday morning, or go to a show at the historic Bay Street State theater. Downtown Leesburg is where the antique shops are. Wander the downtown streets and enjoy the shops, stopping for leisurely drinks at one of the sidewalk cafes.

Recreational activities are close-by as well. Kayaking, tubing, biking and nature trails are all within just a few miles drive of our Spillway cottage.

If the beach beckons, New Smyrna Beach is an easy drive along the back roads. Daytona 500 Speedway and of course all the popular theme parks and upscale shopping are all accessible by car within an hour.

Come find your Florida, the natural Florida. We hope you will stay with us soon.

Private parking. Laundry facilities on site. Owner on site.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside only

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

Leesburg

Located in Leesburg, this cottage is on the waterfront. AMF Leesburg Lanes and Country Club of Mount Dora are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area and Fern Prairie Preserve. TableTop Team Trivia and Uncle Donald's Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leesburg, FL

What's nearby

  • Treasure Island - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • UF Health Leesburg Hospital - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Venetian Gardens - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
  • TableTop Team Trivia - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Lake Dora - 13 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ichiban - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gator Bay Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area, Bell Hammock and Big Hammock. Cabbage Hammock is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 94 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy Y.

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

Great trip

HAd a great time will be booking this little peace of heaven again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From check-in to check-out everything was seamless. The private deck and dock were both fantastic places to hang out during the afternoon as they provided plenty of shade and the temperature was comfortable even during the heat of the day. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

great, easy stay

enjoyed being on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

The Florida I remember from my childhood.

My wife and i stayed 5 days while handling my fathers funeral arrangements and funeral. It was such a relief to come back to a place that felt like home at the end of the day instead of a bland hotel room.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

haines creek

excellent place, very peaceful, love the water
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clay F.

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

The cute little mobile home was quaint, clean and private!!!

We really enjoyed the peacefulness!!! Using the paddleboat on property was so much fun!!!! We really enjoyed the porch, relaxing and the view of the creek!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

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

Quiet rwaterfront

Great place to relax for the weekend. Lots of bird viewing on back deck. Pier could use some maintenance. Very dog friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

doreen c.

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

Family friendly

We had a wonderful time ,great host couldn’t ask for better people make you feel very welcome. .so much fun we had fishing was great my grandson and I had so much fun on the paddleboat. It was a great trip for my husband ,myself and our grandson.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

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

Just what I needed

I needed a "base camp" while visiting from out of state for a family emergency. I needed a place to work, but that was close to the hospital. Being right on the water was a very refreshing bonus to wake up to every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

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

Charming Cottage

Enjoyed our stay in this charming cottage located on the water. While it is small, there is everything you need there. The best part is the huge deck on the back where you can watch all the birds, wild life and fisherman, while fishing off the lower deck if you want. The owners were friendly and offered many extras to use. Great location to discover the Lake county and Leesburg and other communities. Took several wonderful hikes in the area as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail V.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful

Very rustic looking on outside but beautifully decorated and clean inside. Double size bed took a little getting used to and kitchen table was small. Very nice walk-in shower.. Hosts were very helpful and provided some nice extras. We especially enjoyed sitting on the deck and looking out over the water at many different birds and some fishermen.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

dale b.

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

Everything We Expectd

We enjoyed staying at this location. We are avid fishing people and being able to walk down to the dock was fantastic. I would update a few things in the Cabin itself, but nothing major. I would rent it again in a heartbeat. Bernie was very helpful and easy to reach. Actually We have no complaints. If anything a bait shop at the location would be great! LOL
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All went well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend stay! Relaxing, and just as pictured. Well equipped and quiet! An absolutely perfect spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice G.

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

Peaceful

Peacefully tucked away from the daily hustle of life. Great catfish fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The place was fantastic, quite a great place to just get away. We read, fished, slept. The mattress was fantastic, I forgot to look at who It was made by! It had everything you could possibly need. Thank you for the rest and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

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

On the water

Nice place small but perfect for two
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love this place it has adeck on the water. Great place to fish from. The owner is at property and very helpful and friendly. This is are second tim
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
On the lake with no one in front to spoil the view. Awesome host. It was our 50th anniversary and could have went anywhere. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Relaxing stay

Loved sitting on the back porch and fishing off the dock. Very friendly people hosted us and they had thoughtful amenities in the cabin. Loved our stay and highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne W.

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

Nice quiet old Florida

Great place to r and r. Fishing is great right off the dock Bernadette and Mike are great hosts !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy C.

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

Cozy and unique

The space was perfect for me. Deck overlooking water is cool. Mike and Bernie were kind enough to also let my 2 grandsons come stay with me one night. Location is great - only about 4 miles from the mall and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy P.

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

Wonderful Stay - Clean, Comfortable, and Relaxing

My family and I recently stayed at this beautiful property and had a fantastic experience. The home was incredibly clean, which made us feel comfortable and at ease throughout our stay. The furnishings and decor were modern and tasteful, adding to the overall comfort and ambiance. The location was perfect for our needs, providing a peaceful retreat. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to prepare meals easily, and the living spaces were spacious and inviting, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Communication with the host was smooth and efficient, and we appreciated the thoughtful touches and attention to detail throughout the property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda Q L.

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

Fantastic place

Very clean and neat! Feel cozy and will come back next year:)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art K.

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

Winter trip

Great place to stay. It was nice to have our boat steps away. Bernie and Mike were great.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Bernadette Cipilewski

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