The Little Blue Bungalow, a Cozy 1940’ Schoolhouse, 5 min walk to Restaurants,
About this house rental
This 4Br/2ba 1940’s Bamboo Bungalow is located in downtown Mount Dora, Fl . Known for art festivals and for having one of the largest antique flea markets around, Renningers just 3 mins away. The opening of the 429 makes it a quick ride to Disney and Universal. Pet friendly shopping and award winning restaurants are within walking distance with live bands and local beer from Mt. Dora Brew Pub. Catch a play at the Ice House Theatre or watch the sunset by the Lighthouse overlooking Lake Dora. Take a trip down memory lane as you look around the house and see a mix of antique items I ve hand picked out directly from “Renningers Antique Flea Market” combined with new age decor and furniture. Every room in this vintage home has a Memory foam mattress, towel sets, new pillows and new sheets. FUN FACT- Neighbors tell me I purchased the first elementary school of Mount Dora which was placed here in the 40 s by a sweet woman named Mrs. Race. Inside the bamboo surrounded Bungalow you’ll find an open kitchen with all your basic kitchen essential. Open up the first set of French doors which lead to a separate living room or a possible 4th bedroom with a pull out queen-sized sofa bed and a Smart TV. The next set of French doors lead to the back porch equipped with a BBQ grill, lots of greenery and is fenced in. By the garage a mud room with a washer and dryer for your convenience. In the morning enjoy brunch at “One flight up” overlooking the downtown area. Visit Gilbert Park with the kiddos or take a pontoon boat tour and learn about the history of Mount Dora as it flows down the Dora Canal. Shopping downtown is always fun with so many little shops with antiques to choose from. Walk over to the brewery and later grab a bite at one of the more popular pizza places around, (PizzAmore). So many restaurants to choose from to include Cuban, Italian, British, American, Thai, Mexican…the list goes on. 12 miles away in Apopka, Florida visit one of my favorite places around, Kelly Park Rock Springs. Here you can cruise down an all-natural lazy river with crystal blue waters and some of Florida s natural landscape for a relaxing day out. During the evening of the colder months the functioning fireplace is sure to keep you warm. If you’re in town during the holidays, take a walk downtown and see the many many lights and Christmas décor Mount Dora is also known for.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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House in Mount Dora, FL
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
$$$$
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(71 Reviews)
4.0
The Blue Bungalow is an adorable property that was found to be very clean, nicely decorated and well equipped. However the house is advertised as a 5 min walk to restaurants. It is 5 min by car but not walking distance for the elderly. The house does not have a reversible a/c unit for heat. The only way to keep warm is using the fireplace that we are not familiar with it and had no instructions for its use. Sometimes the temp inside was about 40 degrees and it was hotter outside than inside.The house can use a little TLC in some places like entrance to 2nd bathroom by laundry area that had a lot of things that could have been put away inside the garage and not for guests viewing. This by no means criticizing the property, just merely to contribute to a better experience. I would gladly rent the house in summer when the weather is warmer. Thank you Jessica for a great 3 day mini vacation in Mt Dora.
5.0
We had a great time. There were a few minor issues but I would definitely stay here again unless you are handicapped or physically challenged.
5.0
Great location. Very quaint. Owner was warm and welcoming. House and gardens beautiful and exactly as described. Dog friendly backyard! Very enjoyable time. Next time we visit family we’ll try to book it again.
5.0
We had a great experience at the little blue cottage for a mother daughter - girls weekend. Very cozy, clean and great communication throughout the process! I would highly recommend!
5.0
This was a charming house that has it all, the outside area with a deck and fire pit was just perfect for this cold weekend. It was pet friendly with a fully fenced backyard. The host even had a pet basket with needed bowls and such in case you forgot yours. The beds were super comfy. Highly recommend this location if you want to explore Mt. Dora as it is central to downtown and Renningers.
5.0
What a beautiful bungalow in a great neighborhood. We were four ladies celebrating birthdays and the holidays. Super easy drive to town and Lake Dora. Highly recommend.
5.0
The sweetest little house decorated in a shabby chic style that we absolutely loved. Jessica made the house so inviting for our pre Christmas stay with all the essentials needed and a spacious yard for my girlfriends
Shih Tzu. We will definitely come back for another visit.
5.0
Owner was so helpful, especially when we locked ourselves out of the house. Beautiful home, and very comfortable. Would love to stay again if we can figure out how to get downtown without using the car. Was too far to walk for a couple of the ladies. Peaceful and great for the animals.
5.0
We loved it great for a getaway
5.0
Fabulous
We had an amazing time in Mt Dora.
This home was so comfortable and welcoming. Loved the spacious yard and the privacy it provided. We look forward to staying again in the near future. Highly recommend!!!!
5.0
Great place
Just right for our family
5.0
Loved the quaint decor and the proximity to downtown. Beautiful home with lots of space for dining, great outside deck and super comfy beds. The open floor plan makes it feel very spacious. Very enjoyable place to stay.
5.0
Beautiful place for a getaway
Loved the quaint decor and the proximity to downtown. Beautiful home with lots of space for dining, great outside deck and super comfy beds. The open floor plan makes it feel very spacious. Very enjoyable place to stay.
5.0
Traveling with my sisters and mother, this was a perfect place to hang our hats!
5.0
Great place Great beds!
Traveling with my sisters and mother, this was a perfect place to hang our hats!
5.0
Great Home for Couples Weekend
Beautiful property extremely well stocked. Situated in quiet neighborhood within walking distance of downtown area. We came with 2 other couples for Blueberry Festival weekend and some boating. Could not have been happier with the layout of the home and peaceful backyard!
5.0
Very pretty property, and very clean. A nice weekend away hosted by an owner/manager who really cares about the property.
5.0
Lovely house, lovely town
Very pretty property, and very clean. A nice weekend away hosted by an owner/manager who really cares about the property.
5.0
This was the perfect venue for old friends coming from Sarasota, Branford and Jupiter to meet at a central location. We enjoyed our stay and the Blue Bungalo had everything we needed!
5.0
Blue Bungalo
This was the perfect venue for old friends coming from Sarasota, Branford and Jupiter to meet at a central location. We enjoyed our stay and the Blue Bungalo had everything we needed!
5.0
My family and I stayed for a week at the Little Blue Bungalow in Mt Dora. Was a fantastic experience for my family. The place has some real charm. Jessica was a great and responsive host during the entire process. I highly recommend staying at this property.
5.0
Excellent Mt Dora Experience
My family and I stayed for a week at the Little Blue Bungalow in Mt Dora. Was a fantastic experience for my family. The place has some real charm. Jessica was a great and responsive host during the entire process. I highly recommend staying at this property.
2.0
Property has been very neglected
Specifically, the front and back yards are just dirt. The photo shows grass, no way. There were open food items in the cupboards with expiration dates in 2019. Yuk. Couch and padded chairs were stained and looked greasy. Towels on one bed were damp. Towels on another bed were stained. Bedspread on one bed was stained red/brown. Rug on back porch had black mold. The freezer has 2 inches of frost. I wouldn't recommend this property to anyone.
5.0
Loved this little house! The inside was clean and was in a good location. The owner did a good job decorating the house. Very cute. I just wish that the patio part we could have used. It needed to be cleaned up a bit.
5.0
Would Rent Little Blue House Again!
Loved this little house! The inside was clean and was in a good location. The owner did a good job decorating the house. Very cute. I just wish that the patio part we could have used. It needed to be cleaned up a bit.
5.0
Great place to stay and unwind!
5.0
Mount Dora
Great place to stay and unwind!
5.0
What an adorable place with everything you could possibly need. Set in a storybook location. Jessica was a fabulous host and responded quickly. We would totally recommend the little blue bungalow!...we're already considering another visit!
5.0
Loved everything!
What an adorable place with everything you could possibly need. Set in a storybook location. Jessica was a fabulous host and responded quickly. We would totally recommend the little blue bungalow!...we're already considering another visit!
5.0
We wanted a place to drive to the different springs in Florida and Mt Dora was perfect. Great town, loved the house, easy check-in…highly recommend!
5.0
Perfect location!
We wanted a place to drive to the different springs in Florida and Mt Dora was perfect. Great town, loved the house, easy check-in…highly recommend!
5.0
A long Weekend in the Little Blue Bungalow
The Bungalow is charming ! The decor is lovely and inviting , right down to the welcome note on a chalkboard . The beds were very comfortable and linens crisp . The kitchen was well equipped and roomy . It was a pleasant experience to stay in this house . The Only negative was the yard . It was fenced and roomy but in need of “ grooming” badly . There was more dirt than turf and a child or dog would not have enjoyed playing there .
5.0
Home away from home.
This home was just perfect. A true home away from home with an excellent location to everything Mt Dora.
5.0
Our daughter got married in Mount Dora and we needed a home base for the wedding weekend, this home was only 15 minutes from Sydonie Mansion (the venue) and a 5 minute drive to Pisces Rising for rehearsal dinner. The home was very comfortably appointed, was very clean and tidy, easy check in process, beautiful yard and after a long wedding day we truly appreciated the extremely comfortable beds and plush linens!!!
5.0
Dreamy Little Blue House
Our daughter got married in Mount Dora and we needed a home base for the wedding weekend, this home was only 15 minutes from Sydonie Mansion (the venue) and a 5 minute drive to Pisces Rising for rehearsal dinner. The home was very comfortably appointed, was very clean and tidy, easy check in process, beautiful yard and after a long wedding day we truly appreciated the extremely comfortable beds and plush linens!!!
5.0
We needed a place for a week long 'staycation' as we were moving between homes in Orlando. Close enough to manage the daily move process while providing a getaway to the charm of Mt. Dora. The house is 'adorable' as my wife put it and was as advertised. Property manager was easy to reach and flexible on a last minute date extension. Highly recommended for anyone needing a little space while visiting the area.
5.0
The little blue bungalow
This property is amazing.. very clean and nice area ... I will be coming back..
5.0
Perfect Staycation Spot
We needed a place for a week long 'staycation' as we were moving between homes in Orlando. Close enough to manage the daily move process while providing a getaway to the charm of Mt. Dora. The house is 'adorable' as my wife put it and was as advertised. Property manager was easy to reach and flexible on a last minute date extension. Highly recommended for anyone needing a little space while visiting the area.
4.0
*The bungalow is beautiful. It receives a 5/5.*No sport channel-ESPN.*Walk to town is more like 15 minutes. *one towel per guest. Seems like no big deal but in a hot, humid, area, seems they could provide another towel or two.*Advertised as 4 bedrooms. We had 3 couples. Each in a bedroom with a bed to spare, and we were charged for an extra bed. Price advertised is not accurate unless you are two people renting a 4 bedroom house.*We must have been the first group to enjoy sitting outside because the area was not cleaned up for use. (April)* felt the wording of the instructions a bit unwelcoming. if you leave one dish unclean, it is a $25.00 charge. Seemed a bit extreme.Overall I gave this a rating of a 4/5 because it is absolutely beautiful and the town is lovely, and despite these small issues we had an outstanding time. Wishing everyone who rents this place and visits the same experience!
5.0
My husband and sister in law stayed there for a family event. Clearly a better choice than what other families had rented. Not sure when we will be back but we would definitely rent again!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Mount Dora?
The average price for a rental in Mount Dora is $159 per night. This rental is $182 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Little Blue Bungalow, a Cozy 1940’ Schoolhouse, 5 min walk to Restaurants,. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Little Blue Bungalow, a Cozy 1940’ Schoolhouse, 5 min walk to Restaurants, pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Little Blue Bungalow, a Cozy 1940’ Schoolhouse, 5 min walk to Restaurants,?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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