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Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage

Holiday home in Mount Dora with kitchen and balcony

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Guest sign in desk
Living room
Living room
Dinning room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mt Dora, FL
  • Place, Donnelly Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Renninger's Antique Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage

Delight in the charms of the Crescent Moon Cottage, a fully remodeled 1940’s cottage in the Historic District, just blocks away from all the action in downtown Mt. Dora. It has the charm of the past and the conveniences of today. (Please review our other historic district cottage the Celtic Moon Cottage - property #948380)
Enjoy a relaxing getaway, in the fully furnished, 2 bedrooms, one bath, 1100 sqft cottage. Begin your day with a cup of coffee on the lovely enclosed sun porch or on the private back patio. Stretch your legs with a six block walk to the center of town. Browse the quaint boutiques and shops, have lunch at one of the many cafes, bars and restaurants. Watch the neighbors stroll by on a bench in Donnelly Park, view the sunset over the lake at the Mt. Dora Lighthouse, or catch a play at the Ice House Theatre.
Hungry? Prepare a gourmet meal in the fully equipped kitchen, and serve it in the vintage style dining room. Then as the night winds down, cozy up to a good book in an overstuffed chair in the living room. For the person that needs to be ‘connected’ the cottage is fully wired with cable and Wi-Fi.
As you succumb to sleep, climb into the king size bed in the master bedroom or one of two twin beds in the guest bedroom.
At the Crescent Moon Cottage you won’t “feel” at home, you’ll be at home.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only under 15 pounds considered. 1st dog - $
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mount Dora

In the city centre, this holiday home is in a walkable area with great shopping. TableTop Team Trivia and King's Landing are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Renninger's Antique Center and Eustis Square. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Mt Dora, FL

What's nearby

  • Donnelly Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mount Dora Community Building - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Serendipity Brews - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pisces Rising - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪PizzAmore - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Frog and The Monkey - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic District's Crescent Moon Cottage located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 229 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carrie T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint Little Place

Check in was very easy and communication was excellent. Everything was in working order and all the essentials were provided. A short walk to downtown made this a great place to stay. Would recommend for any family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous stay. Everything was very clean and it was a great location. The only drawback was some road noise but other than that I totally recommend this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sherry Q.

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

Cute place but needs attention

While visiting family, a friend and I stayed at this property for five nights. Be aware that it’s on the corner of a fairly busy intersection. It’s a cute place with some fun decor. The beds were comfortable and all bedding was crisp and clean, and there was an ample supply of nice bath towels and wash cloths. The home was clean enough but it seems to have been some time since it had a really thorough cleaning.The kitchen was rather sparsely stocked, the lazy Susan cupboard was broken, and the supplied frying pans should have been replaced some ago. When I contacted the owner regarding a couple of issues, she was responsive and came over quickly to check things out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buck B.

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

Absolutely perfect

This property and our host were absolutely wonderful. The cottage is so well decorated, meticulously clean, cozy, and close to downtown. I honestly can't think of any better way to spend time in Mount Dora. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Getaway

Great location very cozy and comfortable,Clean, host was very accommodating, Offstreet parking within walking distance of everything definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful and well maintained cottage that completed our amazing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

The Best!

Great location, just a few blocks from downtown, everything was clean, neat and the home had all you needed. Beds were comfy and the yard had a cute patio are as well. Loved the decor, very cozy! Only downside were the steps to go into the house. If you need help walking or have bad knees or hips it could be a problem for you. I would absolutely stay here again@
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Cute house

This house was so cute! It iwas very clean & for the size it had a great amount of dishes, towels etc. We loved the location. It is an easy walk to downtown Mount Dora.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

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

Gem in Mt Dora

We needed a convenient location with a kitchen. This home had both and more. What a darling home. Very clean and set up with every convenience. Super clean. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cammie T.

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

Quaint Cottage with a Sophisticated Flare

The cottage is nicely decorated and organized with all of the makings for a cozy and enjoyable stay. Walking distance to 90% of our activities in the Mount Dora area. Dining downtown with no need for parking was awesome! Driveway accommodates multiple vehicles and antique markets and convenience stores are within a short drive's distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Bible girl reunion

We are adult cousins with grandmothers that were sisters. We loved the cute, comfortable, clean and convenient Cottage! Hope to return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn V.

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

Perfect weekend getaway for the girls..

It was the cutest little cottage. My favorite place to drink my coffee was in the side room off of the dining room. I loved all the old pieces of decor and furniture. Very nice location to downtown. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blair M.

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

Awesome Stay

Property was in a great location - short walk to downtown. Property was very cutely decorated, welll stocked. Owners seemed to care that tenants enjoyed their stay having pamphlets of things to do, leaving a list of their favorite restaurants, etc. We had a great time and we were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor G.

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

Weekend Getaway

My wife and I live in Miami and visit Mt. Dora at least once a year. We normally stay at the Lakeside Inn but it was booked for the weekend we had planned. We found the Crescent Moon Cottage and we couldn't have been happier. The Location was walking distance from the shops and restaurants, the house was comfortable and nicer than we expected, and we got way more for our money than if we had stayed at a hotel. Overall we would highly recommend the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Cozy cottage!!

Brought my 80yr old mother to My Dora for a few days of eating well and shopping. The house was PERFECT! Love the way it was decorated. Beds are comfortable, and the air conditioning works really well. It is located just minutes from the downtown area. Had no issues with communication or the check-in/out process. We are already looking to book our holiday stay! Cute place, excellent VRBO owners!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Upscale and classy cottage with all the extras.

Ms. Debbie did the most amazing job designing and decorating this cottage. The place could and should be in the Country Living magazine. It was a real treat to stay here with my girlfriends while we scrapbooked for a few days. Ms. Debbie thought of all the little touches one would need in their home and quietly incorporated them in to the cottage. There was absolutely nothing else we needed. I felt safe staying in the cottage and going on our morning walks around Mt. Dora. The town is quiet, cute, and quaint. I am telling all my friends about this place. I will definitely be back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B.

Wonderful Moms weekend

The Crescent Moon Cottage was a wonderful place to have a moms getaway. The cottage is beautifully decorated but still comfortable. We spent a good amount of time hanging out in the living room. There were plenty of comfortable beds for our party. It was so nice to have a kitchen to keep snacks and drinks. We even cooked breakfast one morning. The bathroom is nicely done but would benefit from some extra hooks or racks to hang the towels. We had an issue with not being able to connect to the WIFI when we arrived. Debbie and her husband came over and fixed it for us right away. They are really nice people. The cottage is in a great location. It was a quick walk downtown to the shops and restaurants. It was also a short drive to Reninger's. We truly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful cottage and would thoroughly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sabina C.

A gem of a cottage in Mount Dora

With family in the Mount Dora area, my husband and I frequent the area at least once, sometimes twice a year. While the town is quaint, it's hard to find rentals that aren't overdone with floral wallpaper & antiques, which in the past has caused us to stay further afield. However, the Crescent Moon Cottage manages to combine its historic past, with contemporary decor & modern touches. Being that we visited over Labor Day weekend, we were very appreciative of the central air-conditioning, which worked incredibly well. Although we didn't test the twin beds in the second bedroom, our master bed was very comfortable. Since it was only my husband and I staying at the cottage, we utilized the second bedroom to store our bags, leaving the master bedroom free of clutter. It was great to have that extra space that a hotel room doesn't typically provide. The bathroom was adorable with plenty of extra towels if we needed them & a fabulous shower. The kitchen was also well appointed with the essentials. The water in the fridge & the coffee / creamers available were appreciated for our first morning before we had the opportunity to go to the grocery store. The cottage is very spacious for a couple, providing ample areas to relax. While we didn't utilize it, there is a stack-able washer and dryer in the cottage which could be very convenient for a longer stay or for a family travelling with children. One of the most noticeable aspects of this cottage is how clean it is and how well stocked Debbie keeps it. There were plenty of paper towels in the kitchen, trash bags under the sink, tissues in both bedrooms etc. It's evident that Debbie is very customer service focused and provides a high level of service to her guests. One of the other things that I was impressed with was that Debbie uses a number that is personal to you as the combination to lock & unlock the front door. Usually when you rent a house, you have to remember the owner's combination, making leaving or returning that much more cumbersome. This seems like a small detail, but it was something that I really appreciated. The location of the cottage is excellent, since it's just 6 blocks from downtown Mount Dora. Since the cottage is situated on the corner of 11th and Donnelly, there is a fair amount of traffic during the day, however virtually none at night, so was no disturbance to us. We loved the cottage & would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in Mt Dora. The property was exactly as described and in a perfect location. The house was very comfortable and full of lovely amenities. Debbie was incredibly responsive with communications and very helpful with local recommendations. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was walking dist.\nAnt in town great location noisy road but could not hear once inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Crescent Moon Cottage was a delight and the second we opened the door we were amazed! This cottage was something you would see out of Better Homes and Gardens, it was beautiful and charming! It was clean, smelled good and all the details were there to make our first visit to Mount Dora perfect. Check in was easy, instructions to the property were simple, advice on local business/restaurants were provided, the list goes on! You can tell that a lot of thoughtfulness has been put in place, to make this cottage a relaxing and comfortable place to stay for all guests. It was also great to be walking distance to the main downtown area. I’m happy I chose The Crescent Moon Cottage and look forward to staying there again!
Cottage Charm
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great and easy as before
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

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

Cute cottage home

The home is so cute and clean and they provide all the necessities for a short stay. The home was completely renovated and has a welcoming and comfortable feel. If you want to be close to everything in Mount Dora, this is a great location. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs because there are loud delivery trucks traveling early into Mount Dora and the walls are thin.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

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

Weekend Getaway

Lovely house. Very comfortable and inviting. We especially liked the sunroom.Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn B.

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

Lovely Home!

This home was truly lovely. It is an older home, but beautifully decorated and comfortable. There is an out door area with table if you like to sit outdoors. Kitchen was well equipped. Lovely bathroom. It was close to downtown MT Dora. We walked to restaurants and shopping. We are in our 70s. Easy walk. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Fitzgerald

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Although my husband and I grew up in Central New Jersey, we raised our three children in South Florida. For a period of time, the family was spread along the east coast from Florida to Connecticut. It wasn't until 2012, when the Navy transferred my son to Cape Canaveral, that we thought, this would be the perfect opportunity to re-locate to Central Florida. My youngest daughter was living in Orlando with her husband, and was attending UCF at the time. So, in December of that year, my husband and I moved from New Jersey to Eustis, FL and now, we enjoy our family being within driving distance of one another.

Since moving to Lake County we have fallen in love with the area especially, Mt Dora, just one town over. We love that there is always something happening on the 'Mount', from the festivals, to parades and races.

Why they chose this property

Since Mt. Dora fits our lifestyle, we decided it would be our retirement town. So a year or so ago, we started wandering the streets looking for the perfect neighborhood to purchase a retirement home. We wanted a small mid-century home in the Historic District, on the parade route, close to town, that provided cottage style living.

Last summer we found the perfect house sooner than we expected; the Crescent Moon Cottage. Although we didn't expect to buy our retirement home at this time, we decided it was exactly what we were looking for and we'd probably never get another opportunity to purchase it.

So in April 2014 we became the proud owners of the Crescent Moon Cottage.






What makes this property unique

Every time I enter the Crescent Moon Cottage, a sense of calm comes over me. I'm not sure if it's the morning sun streaming in, or the coziness and comfort of the sun porch, or maybe the beautiful wood floors reminding me of the house I grew up in, all I know is, when I'm there, I'm home. And you will be too.

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