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Looking for peace and quiet?

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Looking for peace and quiet?

Country living, safe and cozy with private entrance and patio. This is the perfect destination for easy access to all of Central Florida's attractions (both natural and man made) plus the serenity and security of life in a country home. This is a daylight basement apartment with a private entrance and patio with table & chairs, custom built rocking chairs, grill and extra storage. The setting is lovely, with a view of large oaks, pastures, and wild plum trees that bloom in the early spring. If you look closely you might see deer, quail and gopher turtles. The apartment is a well planned 900 square feet with fully equipped kitchen, dining area, two small bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and washer and dryer. The bedroom has a queen size bed and large closet. The second bedroom contains a daybed. The living area has a comfortable couch, recliner and loaded bookcase plus flat screen TV, and wireless internet access. All linens are provided.. Professional house cleaning may be arranged at $20.00 per visit. This is a five acre property so there is ample room for RV and/or boat parking. RV hookup available for separate fee.

The home owners live on the property in a separate dwelling and are available to handle any requests or problems.
NOTE: We have had a very successful six years as a vacation rental and have made many new friends. The main part of this house was converted from
a long term rental to a furnished vacation rental in summer 2018. This is a very charming old country farm house with a large porch. See listing #1418295/ We have also completed renovations on a small cottage on the same property and started renting it March 2019. See listing #1576786. This is the first "snowbird" season in which all three rentals are occupied and it has worked out very well. Our renters can be as private as they wish or socialize with other renters and us.
Please note: this is a non smoking property.

Property manager

Elizabeth Byrd and daughter, Kathleen Tucker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: smoking outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Dogs only, no cats, contact owner

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed
Dinner guess welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: dinner guess welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Country Living Safe Cozy Private With Easy Access To Attractions
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Easy Access Attractions Eustis
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Easy Access Attractions
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio Apartment Eustis
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio Apartment
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio Apartment Eustis
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio Apartment
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio Eustis
Country Living Safe Cozy Private With Easy Access To Attractions
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio
Country Living Safe Cozy Private With Easy Access To Attractions
Country Living Safe Cozy Private Entrance Patio
Country Living Safe Cozy With Private Entrance Patio
Private Entrance Patio
Last Minute Vacancies 1/15 Thru 1/26 2/22 Thru 2/28
Country Living Safe Cozy With Private Entrance Patio
DECEMBER JANUARY NOW AVAILABLE DUE TO LAST MINUTE CANCELLATION

About the area

Located in Eustis, this apartment is in a rural area. Black Bear Golf Club and Evans Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Renninger's Antique Center and Eustis Square. TableTop Team Trivia and King's Landing are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Renninger's Antique Center - 13 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Donnelly Park - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • King's Landing - 25 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Kelly Park - 26 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 30 min drive
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Looking for peace and quiet? pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Looking for peace and quiet??

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Looking for peace and quiet??

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Looking for peace and quiet? located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ocala National Forest, Carver Park and Black Bear Golf Club. Eustis Historical Museum and Preservation Society and Marsh Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Looking for peace and quiet? Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quite and nice great host

Comfortable accommodating quite great owners very good lication will definitely be back
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin B., Faribault, Minnesota

Well maintained and stocked

Beth and Jim are wonderful caring people, would recommend a stay at this property to anyone in the area
Stayed 91 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ray and Carol

We enjoyed our stay. The apartment was clean, quiet and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the porch with its peaceful view. The location was convenient to the Sanford, Mt. Dora area. There are golf courses close by. We plan on coming back again. The owners were friendly and very helpful. Great place to stay and get away from the cold winters.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin R., Kent, WA

Lovely place, gracious hosts

This lovely apartment served as my home away from home for two weeks. I had everything I needed plus Jim and Beth, my hosts, who were ever so gracious making sure I had everything I needed during my stay. There was even coffee for my first morning, a special blessing since I arrived so late the night before and could not make a grocery trip. The apartment is clean and comfortable, the bathroom and kitchen are modern and well-equipped. I would certainly recommend this place for any reason that would bring you to the area. Thank you again Jim and Beth.

10/10 Excellent

john p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great country hideaway

Property was amazing, hosts were great, will definitely return
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A GEM

Quiet serene and lively cottage in the country. Very relaxing and just a short drive away from quaint towns in the area. Beth and Jim are very down to earth and very welcoming. Feel we have made friends for life. We stayed here for a few weeks until our home was ready. Love the area!
Stayed 29 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vittoria C.

Wonderful!!

Comfortable place, really enjoy the visit, Beth and Jim are very special, they make you feel like at home! We are very happy and we hope to come back again!!
Stayed 89 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve U.

A wonderful "get away" to a home away from home.

We were in dire need of a base in Central Florida to be able to closely follow our new home during construction. We found the best apartment in Eustis/Mount Dora with absolutely wonderful landlords. Beth and Jim are fantastic, committed to making your stay comfortable and "worry free". We spent two great months with them through the Christmas season and they welcomed us to their family. They have become close friends and we feel blessed to have had the opportunity to spend time with them. Should you ever have the need to travel to the Mount Dora/Eustis are you should take the opportunity to stay with Beth and Jim Byrd, you will leave with great memories. However, you should contact them soon because they are in demand.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE S.

Lovely, comfortable accomondations

We would be delighted to stay in this property anytime we are in the area. Lovely furnishings and every household equipment needed was provided. Mr and Mrs Byrd were friendly and helpful with our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Wonderful Private, Pet-friendly retreat!

Great country place to come home to after busy days of exploring Lake County and environs! The Atlantic ocean beaches and the Gulf were both only about an hour away! Ocala National Forest?...just under a half hour. Peaceful yard outside the door, room enough for your dog to play frisbie. Beth & Jim are wonderful, and made sure our 3 month stay was comfortable. Great people & great place!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

County Living

Elizabeth and Jim were wonderful hosts. They both made my husband and I feel very welcome, along with our two dogs. The apartment was exactly as described on the web site, clean, nicely furnished with a very homey feel. The property was very peaceful and private. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. We would have booked for next year, but it was already taken. We give this rental property and our hosts 5 stars.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Couldn't Have Asked For More!!!

My husband and I visited Florida to decide whether we wanted to become snow birds or find a permanent home to buy. We were very fortunate to find this listing in Eustis. From the time of our arrival to the time of our departure we were made to feel at home. The apartment was very clean and neat and had everything needed to make our stay enjoyable. Beth and Jim treated us like family, making sure all our needs were met while maintaining our privacy. We enjoyed setting on the porch, on rocking chairs drinking our morning coffee while enjoying the peaceful country scenery. We couldn't have been more satisfied with our stay. If we could give more than 5 stars we would. We highly recommend this rental. We did find a home to buy in Eustis.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Doug and Sally r.

AS CLOSE TO HOME AS ONE CAN GET 2BR 1BA SLEEPS 3 EUSTIS

MY wife And I give high marks to the landlords of this rental property. Their concerns went way beyond any business relationship. We left feeling we have met new friends. We highly recommend them. Doug and Sally R.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

This place is the best!!!!!

I have had the opportunity to stay at this property for over 3 months while on a work assignment in Florida and am very sad to leave it. There is not enough good things to say about it or the landlords. It is an immaculate property with any and everything you need for a short or long term stay. The location is wonderful. Centrally located to everything from historic Mount Dora to both coasts. The property has a charming country atmosphere and is wonderfully pet friendly. I could feel myself relax the moment I drove up on the quiet serenity surrounding the apartment. The landlords, Jim and Beth, quickly became extended family but also gave me all the privacy I could want. They are wonderful people and a joy to get to know. You can not go wrong staying here and will find yourself hating to leave and hoping to return. So if you are on the fence about a rental this one is an outstanding choice. I felt so safe and secure and away from things I seldom even locked the door unless I was going to be gone overnight. Once I leave Florida I hope to come back periodically and this will definitely be a preferred destination if it is available. Choose the gem with confidence you will love it.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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GREAT PLACE TO STAY HERE!

This is a great place to stay if you want peace & quiet & relaxation. We found a home while staying here, also explored the lakes and countryside. The owners are very gracious. Pat & Lou Murphy
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Dianne R.

Glad we stayed here

We stayed here for 3 months looking for a home. Only need to bring clothes! The kitchen utensils were nice quality, comfortable couch and nice to have washer and dryer included. The size of this apartment fit our needs. Location perfect, 5 minutes from shopping. We enjoyed the porch looking out to the field. The owners are super, available any time and respected our privacy.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne B., Mount Dora, FL, USA

Home Away from Home

This is a beautiful, comfortable, country property! While we were going through the stress of moving and searching for a home to purchase, we truly felt at home in this clean, sweet setting and felt taken care of by the owners. It was very private but the owners were always available to answer questions. We'd come back anytime!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

david f., Wapakoneta, Ohio

Ohioans

When we talked to Beth about booking their rental, she said if you see it you won't want to stay anywhere else. She was right. It is in the country, but close to shopping, restaurants or anything you need. There was plenty of room, full kitchen, nice living room and bedrooms, bathroom. You have your own washer/dryer. Very clean, and peaceful, and the landlords are the nicest people you will ever meet. We will stay there everytime we go to Florida.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Quiet getaway... a little bit of heaven!

Property, location, and owners were all superb! Nice and clean and very accommodating. Unfortunately for other reasons, unable to rent but a lovely option. If you're looking for a quiet place to relax and enjoy life... look no further. Was willing to allow 2 adult golden retrievers too... perfect location for our four-legged friends!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Florida country escape

This is a great cottage for a get-away or longer term. Everything you need is there in a quiet country setting but only 10-12 minutes from town. Close to Mount Dora too. The owners, Jim & Beth, are so gracious and are there to assist you with anything. Very accommodating.Property is as described & very clean. Lovely setting and very comfortable. We will be back! Thank you Jim & Beth!