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Morning at the springs #nature
Morning at the springs #nature
A chilly morning in Florida #green
As a native Floridian, I've been to a lot of springs. That said, Alexander Springs is one of my favorites! A beautiful tropical oasis sitting in the middle of the forest, it's like nothing else. So much to do. So much to see. Plan to spend an entire day! #aquatrove

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Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn

3 out of 5
100 N Alexander St Mount Dora FL
Stay at this beach hotel in Mount Dora. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a private beach. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,186 reviews)
Overall, I would stay here again if I went to an event in Mount Dora. The hotel is ideally located within walking distance of everything, it's clean, the grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly. Weather was too cold to enjoy the big porch with rocking chairs and lakefront viewing, but that was ...

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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The Waterfront Inn

The Waterfront Inn

3 out of 5
1105 Lake Shore Drive The Villages FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in The Villages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,321 reviews)
Staff was friendly

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG

4 out of 5
4750 W State Road 46 Sanford FL
The price is NZ$232 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$232
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sanford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,062 reviews)
Facilities were extremely clean, all staff was pleasant and courteous. Breakfast was hot and plentiful!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sanford- Lake Mary by IHG
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Alling House

Alling House

2.5 out of 5
215 E French Ave Orange City FL
Stay at this residence in Orange City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions De Leon Spring State Recreation Area and Blue Spring ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (38 reviews)
the only problem was the stairs. to many for an over 80 yrs

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Alling House
BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED

BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED

The Villages FL
Stay at this holiday home in The Villages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Glenview Champions Country Club and Nancy ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The host made you feel special as his quest!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED
1887 Royellou House 3BR 2BA

1887 Royellou House 3BR 2BA

Mt Dora FL
Stay at this holiday home in Mount Dora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
The house had everything you could need.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

1887 Royellou House 3BR 2BA
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Juniper Springs Kayak Run in Florida has become one of our favorite. The run has beautiful movie like blue waters and palm trees over the water. It’s about a 7 mile run. #likealocal

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