Charming 1960 Lakefront Cottage Stunning Sunsets Covered Boat Dock Pet friendly

Hernando, Florida
$0 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 4

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Welcome to our charming 1960 lakefront retreat on the beautiful Tsala Apopka Lake in Hernando, Florida. This warm and inviting home is decorated in a cozy cottage/shabby chic style and offers the perfect blend of comfort, character and Old Florida charm.

Rates & Pets
-Rates are based on 2 guests per night
-Additional guests: $15 per person, per night
-Pet-friendly: Fee covers up to 2 dogs; additional pets may incur extra fees

About the Home
Step inside and enjoya one -of-a- kind space filled with personality. This older home features multiple levels, unique architectural details and curated decor-all of which is available for purchase from Velvet Cabbage.
Please note: Because of the varying levels and interior steps, this home may not be ideal for guests with mobility concerns, we would recommend looking at our other lakefront house in Floral City #66785

Outdoor Living
Take in breathtaking sunsets from the upper deck or the lakeside patio. A covered boat dock is available for your boat or simply fish off the dock as you settle into the easygoing pace of Florida lake life.

Canoe, kayak and paddle boat available for use, adult over 18 must be on board.

This is part of the old Florida, which has natural springs and moss covered trees. Numerous natural spring parks are located less than 1 hour drive. Enjoy manatees, fishing and wildlife. It is absolutely beautiful. 29 minutes to Rainbow Springs and 20 minutes to Crystal River, Three Sisters Springs

Withlacoochee State Bicycle Trail is one mile from the house and covers 46 miles of Florida beauty.

The house is located one hour from Disney World and 1.5 hours from Tampa. It is close enough to the Florida attractions but away from the traffic and crowds. There are numerous golf courses located nearby and including some championship courses.

This is the perfect place for a week or a month. We offer weekly and monthly rental discount; escape the cold winter and come to Florida for much less than a hotel room.

This area is offering new and upcoming businesses of wineries and breweries that showcase local talent. Copp Winery and Brewery, Nine States Brewery, Whispering Oaks Winery, Lakeridge Winery, plus many more!
AMENITIES: kayak and canoe are available for your entertainment. Reverse Osmosis water available at the kitchen sink.
Pet friendly: Please do not allowed them on the furniture. We do have an extra large collapsible crate located in the guest bedroom closet, so if you fur baby has anxiety issues, please feel free to use the crate. It is easy to set up.

Keywords: House, lake, canoe, kayak, pet friendly, sunsets

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1662 Sq Ft (154 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Privileges Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • crystal p.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    Beautiful location

  • John S.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    I can't put into words how PERFECT our stay was here on the lake !! The cottage is absolutely amazing and the view cannot be beat! I am in love with the interior The location is wonderful it feels remote but easy access to several towns. We would love to stay again!

  • Daune Rachel T.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    Location was excellent with many things to do nearby. The Withalacoochie bike trail and the lake for kayaking was great. Everything was there in the house as far as toiletries. Great sunsets from the back patio and in general peace and quiet.

  • Richard C.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    It was exactly what we wanted and needed. Fishing was great also.

  • Michele C.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 9, 2025

    The host was very quick to respond, the place was fully equipped.

  • Katiria T.

    Submitted Dec 6, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    My husband and I stayed here for our anniversary and it was the perfect getaway! The house was perfect filled with everything we needed and that lake view and sunsets were the icing on the cake.

  • Lisa W.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    The Lake Front House is even more gorgeous in person. I am a big fan of older homes and this home has curb appeal plus charm. The big open living areas and the view of the lake plus 3 separate patio areas outside gave us complete privacy to read a book and just enjoy the sunset as well as the sunrise. The host responded quickly to some quick questions and the location is private but still close to main roads with easy access.

  • Tom P.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 12, 2025

    Loved this house! I was needing a quiet stay for 4 nights. My wife and I loved the lake views from anywhere in the house! Even in the kitchen. So peaceful! We went to Crystal River one day and Ocala once! Publix was close by too. Bed was very comfortable. Lots of charm!

  • WalkAboutYoga

    Submitted Nov 1, 2025

    Stayed Oct 29, 2025

    The house is very well appointed. In the evening walking into the house some flower was blooming and smelled amazing. The entire stay was wonderful

  • Robert C.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    unique house. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful view.

  • Georgia W.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 3, 2025

    My sister-in-law and I really enjoyed our stay. It is a comfortable and cute home with outstanding sunsets over the lake!

  • Mary B.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Really enjoyed the lake and the house, it really has that great cozy fish camp feel. It’s a quiet area even with the boats on the lake over the weekend, it feels like summer. Owner responded well to all questions and communication. The house was clean and comfortable. To top it off we got to see the bats at sunset leaving it’s house on the boat dock.

  • Amanda J.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed for 7 days. Very relaxing, cozy, quiet place right on the lake. Perfect sunsets would definitely recommend and would stay again. Fun, simple activities around the towns and some good antiquing if you’re into that.

  • Traci M.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the lake house in Hernando. It's a bird watcher and fisherman's paradise. It was so relaxing. The sunsets were amazing and we enjoyed watching the bats come out of the bat house (on the dock) after sunset each evening. Highly recommend.

  • RL S.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    Old Florida

  • William W.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We had a great week staying at this house! The listing was accurate with regards to the photos. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. The interior living room and kitchen was vintage (in a good sense), while there were upgrades of the fridge and appliances. Bathrooms were updated. Exterior was good, with the dock being a highlight. We enjoyed the swing on the dock and watching the sunset. It was so nice having the kayaks and paddle boat. Even though the area may seem isolated, there were a lot of varied activities to participate in, especially State forests and hiking trails. Beautiful beaches are about 30 minutes away. Overall it was exactly as pictured and highly recommended.

  • Keith B.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 17, 2024

    I was traveling solo, property was nice.

  • Karin P.

    Submitted Dec 18, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    This property was a quiet, relaxing place. The home is decorated with many repurposed antique pieces giving an informal homey atmosphere. If you enjoy boating/kayaking, you will especially enjoy this location. We enjoyed shopping in the local antique shops and visiting the local restaurants. The location is easy to find with a GPS, but be aware that the last section of the road is not paved and is narrow. (You might think you're on the wrong road if you aren't using a GPS.) However this did not cause any issue in getting in and out as the road only accesses a few homes and there is little traffic.

  • Mark D.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2024

    Stayed Oct 27, 2024

    Pretty spot. Convenient to what we needed.

  • Kelly S.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    The place is adorable. So comfortable and everything you need to feel at home. We’ve already recommended it to several friends. The host is super friendly and we needed for nothing during our stay. We will most definitely be back! For sunset lovers… the best view. ?

  • Joan S.

    Submitted May 18, 2024

    Stayed May 12, 2024

    This is a beautiful property on a lovely lake. The home is well-cared for with many personal touches which makes this place a real find! We brought our personal kayaks and bikes. We thoroughly enjoyed kayaking on the lake and using the Withlacoochee Bike Trail nearby.

  • linda k.

    Submitted May 7, 2024

    Stayed May 2, 2024

    Lake house with beautiful views. Good location to home base and explore area. Good restaurants near by

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