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Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown

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Boat Pier
Bring your boat or kayak!
Exterior
Front of cottage.
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Inverness, FL
  • Place, Cooter Pond Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Courthouse Heritage Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Citrus County Speedway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown

Very tastefully decorated Cottage with 2 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Bathrooms with 2 separate Livingroom spaces to watch TV. Closed-in porch to play games. This Cottage is fully stocked with everything you need for a quick or long-term stay! Enjoy nature at its best right from your own private boat dock in your spacious back yard. If you like to FISH, this is the place to be!! Large outdoor Gazebo/deck with patio furniture and gas grill. Use the local boat ramp right down the road to hop into your boat to discover Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes. Afterwards Park your boat at your own private dock. Just a short car ride to Historic Downtown Inverness where there are restaurants, ice cream shops, and Liberty Park or take a ride to Crystal River to kayak or see the manatees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Twin Couch Sleeper
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash your dishes and put them away.
All Visitors need to be reported to Host. Visitors are not allowed bring their dogs to the property. An additional fee will be added.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
By booking with us you agree to all house rules. House Rules are located in Welcome Book under Amenities and on the Cottage TV Stand in Living Room.
Please be respectful of the Air/Heat System. Do not leave doors and windows open while running the unit.
We are not responsible for any accidents, injuries while staying at the cottage. Dogs are welcome $50.00 Fee. Please clean up after your pet.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2769157vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 first aid kit

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Don Garlits Museum of Racing and Circle Square Cultural Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Cooper State Park and Dade Battlefield State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Citrus County Speedway or Florida Horse Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Inverness, FL

What's nearby

  • Cooter Pond Park - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Old Courthouse Heritage Museum - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Wallace Brooks Park - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Fort Cooper State Park - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Citrus County Speedway - 7 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nine State Brewery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage with Private Boat Dock Close to Historic Downtown located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Citrus County Speedway, Fort Cooper State Park and Lakeside Golf and Country Club. Skyview At Terra Vista is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place is very cute and clean wonderful location thoroughly enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2026
Please come back for another stay. We enjoyed hosting you and your family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dmande A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fully equipped kitchen. Relaxing environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean property with all of the amenities, including a dock out back to enjoy the water. Conveniently located and just minutes away from civilization and hiking the Withlacoochee State Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2026
Thank you, Charles for the very nice review. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back for another visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay, very convenient for airboating.yard and dock was niceHouse was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our last minute stay. The host was responsive and kind. The house is comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. I recommend this as a quiet and peaceful place to get away. Thank you, Ellie!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2026
Thank you for the very nice review. We greatly appreciate you booking with us.! please come back for another visit soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is super clean and pleasant. The furniture and beds are comfortable. Just about everything you need in the kitchen and bath. Plenty of shaded and sunny sitting areas outside. It is fun to sit on the dock and fish or enjoy the birds. Just know that there are two very slight steps indoors. Would absolutely return here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

waymon h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage served our purposes well. The neighbor seemed safe and neighbors seemed friendly enough.Location is good to most everything. Would stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bralynn B.

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

The dream lake house

Recommend eating at the Cove, which is less than a mile from this house. We even got to see a little alligator out about 15 foot from the dock.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Sweet spot

It was a very nice quiet cozy place. If you just need to unplug and relax like we did this is the place. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patsy R.

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

Nice little getaway

The house was very nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence S.

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

Great place!

Elena is an excellent host, her place is immaculately clean and could not have been better Also the town of Inverness has lots to do - Restaurants, Wine Bar, Sports Bar, Biking Trail, all within a short drive from her place - highly recommend staying there - next time I'll bring a Fishing Pole to fish off her Dock!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Inverness cottage

Very clean, well appointed, quiet cottage with water views. Easy to get into downtown Inverness.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
Thank you so much for your review. My husband and I do to make the cottage, very comfortable for guests. Please come back soon for another visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

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

Perfect place to stay!

We had a wonderful stay once we finally got there.(flight cancellations and such) This is a great house. Plenty of room. Decorated nicely, clean, nice back porch, yard and dock. Very relaxing and I felt safe. The owners were very accommodating and easy to work with. I can’t wait to come back next year to visit. We will definitely stay here if available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharine A.

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

Exploring the area

We had an amazing time staying at this property. It was clean, had plenty of space and everything we needed to feel comfortable. Elena was an amazing host and extremely easy to work with. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Sharine was a great communicator and asked a lot of good questions about house rules. Sharine and his guests are welcome to come back in the future. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Go to place.

This was our second stay at this residence. Ellie is a great host, goes out of her way to please and keeps everything spic and span always enjoy my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2023
It is always our pleasure to host you and your family. You are always welcome back! Thank you so much for the great review. We appreciate it so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

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

Beautiful cottage

want to thank you ever so much for sharing your cottage with us , it is absolutely beautiful. Your hospitality is greatly appreciated. The owners are most definitely awesome host, going above all expectations, highly recommended them.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for the great compliments. It was our pleasure meeting you and your wonderful family. Thank you for respecting our home and keeping it in such great condition. Please come back and visit soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Cute waterfront cottage

We had a great stay at this cute waterfront cottage. Cottage had everything we needed to make for a very enjoyable stay. Loved the mix of antiques and beachy decor in the cabin. Beds were very comfortable! We loved watching the sunrise from the deck every morning! Cottage is very close to town for dining, shopping, and walking the Withlacoochee trail. Also close to Crystal River / Orlando and Tampa for day trips. We will definitely stay here in the future. Thank you Ellie for sharing your beautiful cottage with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your review. Please come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Like this place

The house and surroundings were very clean and neat, every thing was well organized Elena and husband met us at public boat ramp and escorted back to the house, which was a big help in navigating the canal system the dock accommodated our boat nicely. It’s a very quiet area. Will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie P.

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

Cozy cottage

Very clean and nicely decorated. Private. We enjoyed our stay. Hostess is great. Well stocked with everything you might need. Enjoy it...
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2023
Thank you for the kind words. I take pride in being a great Host and making sure everyone that stays at the cottage feels at home. Please come back again and thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy R.

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

Spring Break 2024

Had a great stay. Owners were very friendly and helpful. We were looking for a place that we could bring a boat and enjoy nature while also being close enough to big cities if we wanted. This location was pretty much directly between Tampa and Orlando and gave us the flexibility we were looking for. We saw tons of wildlife on the lakes and rivers and enjoyed ourselves greatly!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Brandy, so glad you and your beautiful family had a great stay and the location was perfect for what you were looking for. Please come back for another visit soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted C.

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

Relaxed getaway

We stayed for the month of January. The cottage was perfect for the two of us. Very clean, central location to attractions and sights in the area. Shopping very close. Sitting in the sunshine on the back deck looking at the wildlife was a favourite activity. The host was excellent!! We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2023
So glad you enjoyed your monthly stay with your wife. Thank you for the compliment! I enjoy Hosting. Please come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Precious little jem

Absolutely amazing. Very peaceful and very clean. Enjoyed the outside area very much. Meet owners and they are very nice people. Would definitely recommend this place and hope to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2024
Thank you so much Robin! It was great meeting you and your sweet puppy dog! So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Birthday Getaway on the water

The house is close to town and several great restaurants. Very clean and nicely laid out with lots of space. Both bedrooms were very comfortable, two tv areas with big screens and screaming internet. My 18.5’ IO boat got through the canals going to the big lakes which are 21 miles of connecting lakes. Fishing and exploring are the best in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
We greatly appreciated the 5 Star review. We are so happy you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding area. You and your family were the perfect guests and are always welcome back! It was our pleasure hosting you!!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Helle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

COZY little place

Nice house, wildlife watching and fishing id good, neighbourhood less so, noisy dogs and a closeby waterpump at night. Inverness as a city does not offer much
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Previous resident of Inverness

The house was super clean. Very quiet neighborhood,easy access to property the description of property was everything was accurate if not exceptional. Ellie provided all essentials for stay which most Vrbos don’t. This couple goes way beyond what you expect. We will definitely stay here again if they will have us. Thank you Ellie and Gary
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Ron and Ellen, It was our pleasure hosting you. You are exceptional guests and left the cottage, immaculate. We would love to have you and your puppy dog come back! The next time you come back we should have a new and improved pier that we hope you will enjoy! Thank you so much again! Ellie and Gary

About the host

Hosted by Ellie Smith

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My family and I moved to Citrus County in 1978. This community has so much to offer, and we love the surrounding lakes, bike trails and local restaurants. We hope you will too!

Why they chose this property

This charming VERY CLEAN Lake Cottage is the perfect place to take your family. Enjoy the peaceful back yard with the beautiful views. Large deck with gas grill and patio furniture. Boat ramp minutes away and then dock your boat at your own private dock. Watch the birds and the wildlife right out your back door. Only minutes to historic downtown Inverness. Where you will find local Restaurants, Ice Cream Shops, Movie Theater, and local Pub. Visit Citrus County Website to see all events happening at the Liberty Park Depot. Every third Friday is the Antique Car Show. Every other Saturday morning is the flee market at the Park Depot.
Visit Liberty Park with its scenic views of Lake Henderson and the kids will love the large playground. Ride your bike or rent one from Dave's World cycle in Inverness to ride the 46-mile Withlacoochee State Park Trail. Your only 25 miles to Crystal River/Homosassa Florida. Visit with the Mantee's or rent a kayak!

What makes this property unique

Enjoy your own water view and private waterfront dock. Enjoy bird watching and see up close the wildlife. (Please do not feed any of the wildlife).

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