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The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is £105
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul

About this property

Entire place

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

The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland.

Nestled in a beautiful paved and gardened backyard space. My 640 sq/ft private cottage is behind my home in the small quiet town of Lake Helen, only a mile off of I-4.
The cottage is filled with all the amenities that will make you feel at home.
The cottage has one queen bed and the sofa bed is perfect for children. Also a pack and play for little ones.
The cottage is perfect for two but will suit 4.
The cottage is located in my back yard behind my home, surrounded by a 7' vinyl privacy fence.
There is a large screened-in porch on the front of the cottage, with an overhead fan.
Guests have access to the entire back yard, gardens, and water feature.

Property manager

Jennell henderson

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Make sure you don’t forget anything.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Map
Lake Helen, FL

What's nearby

  • Colby Alderman Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Halifax Health - UF Health - Medical Center of Deltona - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Stetson University - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Blue Spring State Park - 14 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Stetson Mansion - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 15 min drive
  • Orlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. ?

As of 26 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. on 30 Jun 2025 start from £104.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. located?

Situated in Lake Helen, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Colby Alderman Park, Cassadaga Spiritualist Camp and AdventHealth DeLand Victoria Medical Park. Ed Stone Park and Victoria Hills Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Hidden Gem in historic Lake Helen. Next to Cassadaga & downtown Deland. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This location was perfect! Quiet yet close to where we wanted to go. Our hostess was amazing and the place beautiful. Check in was easy! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Our stay with the kiddos was amazing. During our time there, there was a Christmas parade wife and kids loved it.definitely a place to stay which is beautiful and peaceful and the host was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This isn't our first time staying and won't be our last! The location is great, has everything we need for a short stay (or longer) and the host is wonderful, quick to respond, and super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Everything was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This cozy cottage was the perfect place to stay for our trip to Blue Springs State Park! We got to see lots of manatees, a few alligators and many birds there. Jennell was great to work with. The place is so comfortable and welcoming. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Was surprised with how nice this property was for the stay, would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Just amazing an very peaceful a the host was amazing too. Definitely going to stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Cottage was exactly as shown and owner was great to work with. The neighborhood was quiet and safe - even walked down to the lake one afternoon. We loved sitting in the 3 season room in the mornings drinking our coffee and even a quick catnap in a few afternoons. Will definitely stay again when going to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

A small cottage in Lake Helen which is behind the main house. Very clean, with all the necessities. Thought it was a good value for the rental price.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Loved the quiet serenity of this charming cottage
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

We totally enjoyed our stay in the hidden gem. Quiet, relaxing and clean, with everything you need at your disposal. Would highly recommend this place. 👍 💕
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Everything was great. Fan on AC could be quieter.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The Hidden Gem Cottage was perfect for my weekend stay while attending Stetson Homecoming events in Deland. The size and setup of the cottage worked perfectly for just me but would also be comfortable for a couple or small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10

Quaint
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

I enjoyed the peaceful vibe that the gardening area had. I enjoyed sitting outside at night on the patio. I felt safe the whole time. It was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

The property is very well equipped and very clean. The host was very welcoming and helpful. Would return without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Refreshing change from the typical hotel. I stayed with my daughter while she played at a soccer showcase and it was nice to be able to have a quiet place to rest and for her to do homework. I was glad we packed meals because restaurants are extremely limited in the area. The cottage had everything we needed. I didn't realize at booking that it is located in the homeowner's backyard. When I pulled up, I was a little hesitant that it might be awkward staying so close to someone's primary residence but it wasn't an issue at all. My daughter enjoyed being able to do her homework outside on the covered patio. I appreciated being able to support a resourceful single mom. Thank you for a comfortable quaint stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

I arrived to my VRBO at 10 pm. Felt very safe being by myself. A spot for guest parking. Quiet and cozy screened patio. The cottage itself is crazy clean, cutely decorated, comfortable. Plenty of clean towels shampoo, conditioner, and soap. A stocked kureg in the kitchen ready to brew your morning coffee. A very quiet comfortable space. Will probably stay again if coming to Deland.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Jannell andbthe Hidden Gem at Lake Helen were both amazing. First off Lake Helen is About ad beautiful as it gets. The cottage was cute and she makes it feel like home with all the extra blankets and towells and dishes and anything and everything you need. We stayed a weekend and on Saturday we went to see the Manitees at Blue Springs down the road what an awesome experience. On Sunday we ran into a little market in the park at Lake Helen and there was so many nice people selling cool things. It was the perfect retreat. I will definatly refer family and friends to Jannell at the Hidden Gem. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Looove it. Want to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Restful and adequate for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024