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Escape to our cozy Florida lakeside cottage, where the entire family - including your four-legged friends - can unwind in a fully fenced yard. Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, or fishing from the private dock and take advantage of a community boat ramp nearby.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided!

FL is in a drought, water levels are 8ft + lower than normal. You can still enjoy fishing and kayaking on our direct waterway. Come enjoy our Florida lakeside cottage! Private home with private dock and fully fenced yard for the safety of your four legged family members who love to travel. We have a canoe and kayaks for your enjoyment. We also have a small motor for the canoe that you can rent from us for $10 a day. Fish from the back yard and dock. Short drive to downtown Inverness with great local restaurants and eclectic shops, the Withlacoochee trail and numerous outdoor activities are all just minutes away.

Bring your boat! We have a community boat ramp to launch your boat and you can truly explore the 7 chain of lakes and fish all the great spots from the comfort of your own boat then dock for the night at our private dock in the back yard of the cottage. This is a simple good life vacation spot that the entire family will enjoy.

One bedroom, one bathroom cottage with sofa bed in the family room. Coffee table raises up to enjoy family game night. Dining table folds open to seat four at meal times. Charcoal grill on the side patio with table and chairs to enjoy a meal outdoors. Screened patio with table and chairs on the front of the house to be outside with a bit more privacy. Dock has a bistro set for the evening glass of wine while enjoying the sunset over the water.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

3 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Clean up after your pets inside and in the yard.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Please be respectful to our home and the neighbors

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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: 15
Note from host: Please be respectful to our home and the neighbors
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
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

About the area

Located in Inverness, this cottage is on the waterfront. Don Garlits Museum of Racing and Circle Square Cultural Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Brownwood Paddock Square and The Villages Market Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Citrus County Speedway or Florida Horse Park. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Inverness travel guide
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Inverness, FL

What's nearby

  • dakota county courthouse
    Old Courthouse Heritage Museum
    12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Panorama of Lake Holathlikaha - Fort Cooper State Park, Inverness, Florida, USA
    Fort Cooper State Park
    12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Half Moon Wildlife Management Area
    4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Wallace Brooks Park
    11 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Cooter Pond Park
    11 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Checkers
    8 min drive
  • Nine State Brewery
    8 min drive
  • Point O'Woods Country Club
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Citrus County Speedway and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Lakeside Golf and Country Club. Skyview At Terra Vista and Brownwood Paddock Square are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Sweetwater Cottage - Waterfront and Pet Friendly! Canoe and kayaks provided! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for all the little touches! We just wanted a little get away and hang out in nature and we were able to do just that. Thanks again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Betty K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was sparkling clean. Bed was excellent. We had everything we needed. Host was helpful and the area was peacsful and quiet. Fishing was very good and made a couple of friends with three small alligators and turtles. Wish the tv had better selections, but we will still go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christy M.

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

Family gathering

This property was amazing. The space was perfect for our family. We really enjoyed the dock and watching nature.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Inverness Trip

Great property. Host was very fast to answer questions.Very comfortable. Quiet neighborhood. Very homey.Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienn M.

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

Cozy waterfront cottage

Nice little house in a quiet neigborhood. The house is well equiped, very dog friendly. Nice, big yard. Easy parking, 10 minutes drive from Inverness.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Cozy waterfront cottage

My husband and I stayed for a long weekend. In Florida to visit family. The place was just what we needed, Cozy, comfortable, and clean. The decor was so cute. Our granddaughter came over and we fished off the dock (Catch and release) and she caught approx 10 fish,she had a blast. Thank you for allowing us to have a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

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

Cute pet friendly cottage in Inverness

Cute little cottage on canal, pet-friendly, fenced in yard, very clean and well stocked. Located in quiet subdivision convenient to Silver Springs, 3 Sisters Springs, Rainbow Springs and Weeki Wachee Springs. Mertailer’s Aquarium is a must-see for excellent fish exhibits and mermaid show. Outside seating area and fire pit were neat and clean. Michele was quick to respond to questions, check-in was easy. Highly recommend Fisherman’s Restaurant which is right down the road for dinner and St Johns Tavern in Crystal Springs for lunch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful and enchanting back yard

Although the weather was chilly for Florida. The afternoon sun warms the backyard and the dock was perfect for a couples outdoor dining. The fish were not biting but we counted 18 species of birds! Great getaway. The house is small but plenty of room to spread out and relax in the common area and the decor was spot on. Found a single serve coffee pot under the kitchen counter. Plenty of blankets and towels. The curtains were thin so adding blinds would be a good upgrade. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time and very peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle was very helpful and very welcoming. Truly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Very peaceful and a wonderful place to relax. Thank you.
Beautiful view of backyard.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute cozy little cottage. Everything was great. It felt like home as soon as we walked in.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janet k.

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

Cottage

Wonderful little cottage. Perfect for small families. Excellent communication through the whole process.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda F.

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

Wonderful experience

If you are looking for a peaceful and quiet place with lots of nature and wildlife then this is the right spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Inverness

Great property!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Relaxing weekend on canal in Inverness

Place was great & very comfortable. Very clean, comfy bed, everything you could need. Husband fished from the dock. Enjoyed watching the wildlife. Great location & communication. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Birthday get away

Just what we hoped for. Very quiet and peaceful. We caught 6 dirrent species of fish from the back deck. Wish we were still there! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place, had everything we needed. Little firepit, private dock with canoes and fishing poles. We really enjoyed the direct water access to the small lake. There were some ground hornets while launching the boat which we informed owner of so they can address that. Owner was very responsive to questions. I was a little nervous about the neighborhood driving in but nobody bothered us. The entire property was fenced so my pup could enjoy the yard with privacy fence on the 2 sides. It’s been 10 days since we left so I called about my refundable deposit which I hadn’t received back and VRBO said they would process it since owner has confirmed no damage. Overall we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ronald P.

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

We gave it to Stars

To start off it was quiet but if you want isolation away from others this is not for you there are homes all around it. The lake in the back was actually a canal did not catch but two catfish in 5 days that we were there. We drove around to see if there was any other place to go fishing and there was not unless you had a boat. The inside was clean but the cookware is old. They did not have blinds on the windows especially in the bedroom where it's most private the curtains on the windows are the same as the pictures they are thin and at night when the light is on you can see everything inside so there is no privacy at night. So we ended up using a couple of throw blankets to cover the windows in the bedroom which helped especially in the morning when the daylight shines through.We will not be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

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

Great Stay!

We stayed close to 3 weeks at this property and wouldn't hesitate to stay again! Michelle the owner is absolutely phenomenal to deal with and she made the process very simple and seamless! Now, for the cottage itself.... it looks like an older cottage that has been well kept. The décor is very fitting to the feel at the lake and very inviting. It was comfortable and had all of the amenities we needed for our stay. If you are looking for a relaxing time sitting on the deck, love fishing or just love the quietness of nature (the sounds of birds, fish jumping out of the water, squirrels, etc), then this is the place for you! Imagine waking up in the morning to the sounds of birds or sipping your coffee on the deck watching the turtles come up for air and hear the fish jumping! Ahhhhh I already miss it! We are avid kayakers and loved that the kayaks were added to this cottage, that was one of our favorite features and we used them quite a bit but not necessarily at that lake itself! We did go around the cottage but for the best kayaking, Michelle will offer suggestions to some of the most beautiful places in Florida! Silver lake and Crystal River are simply amazing places! Inverness itself is also very cute, we loved walking around Cooters Pond to look at the birds, turtles, rabbits and the alligators! It's also the hub and the center to the Withlacoochee State Trail if you like biking which we did quite a bit of! The only reason I rated the location and neighborhood as a 4 is simply because there are quite a few of what looks as abandoned places around. We did talk to someone who told us that many snow birds stay around that location and just don't keep up their properties and sometimes they end up abandoning them. Having said that, we always felt very safe, and the neighbors were all very quiet! Oufff, was it ever quiet at the cottage, ahhhh the peace!!!! The birds definitely made more noise than the neighbors, lol. At the end, we made amazing memories and hope to be able to do it again !!!
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann f.

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

Birthday getaway

My husband and I and our dog Max spent 3 nights at this very cute little cottage. The house was spotless and had everything you could imagine that you might need. The dock outside was perfect, we spent a lot of time there with our morning coffee and evening cocktails. We ordered pizza delivery from Angelo's pizza which was awesome. We had a very relaxing little get away. The only possible thing missing would be a blender to mix up some frozen drinks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

Minimalistic cottage in a great location

A simple cottage with all the basic necessities to make your stay comfortable. Located in a great neighborhood with friendly neighbors. The yard and the dock out back made the place extra enjoyable. Turtles, small gators, fish and all sorts of birds were on hand to welcome us. Michelle was very accessible. Internet access was outstanding. Thanks for a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hiedis t.

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

Little home away from home

Very nice little place! Very clean, well set up for pet or no pet . Easy to keep up. Owner very kind, pleasant, and easy to communicate with. Comfortable bed, beautiful property, nice neighborhood and quick enough access to interstate or downtown Inverness. Would stay at this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025