Title: Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL Waterfront cottage in Tavares with kitchenette ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/106000000/105995900/105995859/cd257628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/106000000/105995900/105995859/2f887fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/106000000/105995900/105995859/01f6e8c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/106000000/105995900/105995859/a7738790.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/106000000/105995900/105995859/5b17e5bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Relax in the heart of Central Florida at Boathouse Cottage 22, a cozy retreat nestled near the famous Dora Canal. Enjoy waterfront restaurants, fishing and boating activities within walking distance to downtown Tavares. With assigned parking per cottage and boat parking availability by your private seawall for overnight docking. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Laundry - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL Our lovely fully furnished 1 bed/1 bath Cottage 22 is a freshly remodeled vacation rental cottage at Dora Canal Court in Tavares, Florida. Enjoy being steps away from the famous Dora Canal and walking distance to downtown Tavares. Relax with some boating, fishing, seaplanes, sunshine and more! Lots of waterfront restaurants and always fun events going on around town. Located in Central Florida next to Mt Dora and about 45 min north of Orlando. Tavares is known as America’s Seaplane City. Assigned parking per cottage with boat parking availability. Seawall for overnight boat docking also available. Private community fish cleaning station by canal. Private community laundromat and gathering areas. We are a family owned and operated waterfront community with 13 residential mobile home lots mixed in with 8 vacation rental cottages. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Property does not allow children - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111940000/111933500/111933484/4d564876.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage 34: Coconut Cottage - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL Tavares - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Laundry - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=111933484&PinnedHotelID=111933484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86300000/86295000/86294915/c638b9df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bungalow close to Lake Dora, Big House, fishing, Mt Dora and downtown Tavares Tavares - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=86294915&PinnedHotelID=86294915&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33487600/33487507/091feb89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax by Lake Eustis in your cozy 2-bedroom retreat.10%discount for 7 day rental Tavares - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 117 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33487507&PinnedHotelID=33487507&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111850000/111840300/111840287/e0a84442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Magic Wilderness Cabin Leesburg - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=111840287&PinnedHotelID=111840287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103600000/103599800/103599761/w1024h634x0y24-7094d89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin by the Water Escape - Bring Your Boat! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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: 30 Long-term renters welcome 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Tavares, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Evans Park and Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center and Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Tavares travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tavares.dx164970) [View more Cottages in Tavares](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tavares-Cottages.d164970-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.80053%2C-81.73756&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OW04dOEOV5qZzsSIIiDWQeFBIS8=) Tavares, FL ### What's nearby - Lake Dora - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Lake County Historical Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - TableTop Team Trivia - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - AdventHealth Waterman - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles ### Getting around - Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Wawa Store #5270 - ‬16 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk - ‪Citrus Sky Bar - ‬13 min walk - ‪Fish Camp - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cottage 22: The Boathouse - Waterfront Lodging in Downtown Tavares, FL located? > Located in the heart of Tavares, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake County Historical Museum, Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center and Wooten Park. TableTop Team Trivia and Lake Dora are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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