Places to stay near De Leon Springs State Park

The Boat House on Lake Dora - Downtown Waterfront

WATERFRONT! The Boat House is an 800sf private residence built directly over Lake Dora offering panoramic lakefront views. Located on Mount Dora's Famous Boat House Row, right in the heart of downtown Mount Dora, where you can roll out of bed and walk a few steps to one of the quaint coffee shops. The Boat House was once a tin boat shed with floors open to the water and housed two boats. Today, you will find warm, cozy furnishings, comfortable beds, a quiet location and sunsets every evening!

Treehouse at Danville

Private Getaway seen on Netflix' Most Amazing Vacation Rentals! Fulfill your dream of staying in a tree house! For safety reasons, this venue is for adults only. We do not allow children or pets. The Treehouse has a tree trunk elevator, private shower, air-conditioning, and real toilet inside so that you can bring your significant other(no compost toilet here). This 18 foot yurt has accent lighting to create the mood of living in the trees on a starry night. Danville is a glamping experience.

Getaway on the Waterway/ Kayak+SUP Fishing Firepit

Welcome to your peaceful Getaway on the Water. Whether you or your group are visiting the Villages, or just need a peaceful getaway to recharge, this is the place!There's something for everyone! Paddleboard or Kayak (provided) the beautiful canal to either lake. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail in nature on the dock. Bring your boat/ jet ski or rent one from Eaton's Beach Aquatic sports, they also offer sunset cruises and water taxi to Eaton's Beach restaurant right from our dock!

Walk to Beach | Pool, Spa & Private Dock

This isn’t just a beach house — it’s your private coastal escape. Start your morning with coffee and a short walk to the beach. Spend the day poolside or out on the water, then unwind in the spa as the sun sets over the intracoastal. 👉 A perfect mix of beach days and relaxing waterfront evenings. 📍 Location • Walk to beach • Short drive to Flagler Beach restaurants & shops • Quiet, private neighborhood Centrally located between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach -35 minutes LBTR #37009

Rustic Retreat in the heart of Lake Helen

This charming rustic home has a lot to offer. It has many nooks where your family can unite and create moments for their memory buckets. Florida room allows you to observe nature and is a perfect spot for your coffee. The house has one master bedroom (king size bed) with attached full bathroom. It has a second bedroom with two built-in beds (twin and full size). There is a separate shower room and a separate restroom. Upstairs it has a 3rd bedroom with 2 built in twin beds and a 1/2 bathroom.

Mira Bella South

Tiny Home with full kitchen on a peaceful 13 acres in a small town. Owner lives on site, but the tiny home is away from the main house so it is private. Ideal for 2 guests, but there is a pull-out sofa which could be comfortable for one more adult or a couple kids. Room for more than one car or a trailer. (Not suitable for 4-legged travelers due to free ranging ducks, peacocks and close proximity to horses and miniature donkeys) (If your dates are unavailable, search Mira Bella North)

Lakeside Getaway with kayaks!

🚨 APRIL 2026 UPDATE: A County wide burn ban is in effect due to dry conditions. No campfires permitted on property. Relax in this cozy 600 sq ft lakeside retreat with stunning lake views and peaceful surroundings. Enjoy sunsets on the beach, kayaking, canoeing, and access to a private dock. Located just 5 minutes from a grocery store, with restaurants and shops 20+ minutes away. Perfect for those seeking a tranquil escape and outdoor adventure. Book your peaceful lakeside stay today!

No Worries Carriage House, 5 min walk to Stetson

This second-floor carriage house is all yours. Located on a quiet street amidst historic homes. Walk to Stetson in 5 min. Downtown DeLand is an easy 15 min. walk. Your two bedrooms, full kitchen, private access will be great for a get-away for you and your guests. 42" flatscreen TV with cable and Amazon Prime with no ads. Wifi. The second-story banks of windows look out over beautiful, tropical plants. Space to work or relax. We look forward to you enjoying your stay with us.

Ruby Oaks Farm w/ Beach Near St. JohnsRiver

Farm life at its best! Located right next to our tree farm, bass stocked pond with dock on property, decor is Palm trees, Exotic Zebra farm life. There is a Chicken coop to feed chickens and gather eggs (if they are laying). Pasture with miniature Mediterranean donkey, ( Pablo) Zebra. (Ruby ) 1 miniature pygmi goats (Oreo), pig, (Georgia ) and a lamb (Grady ). I am a phone call away! 6 min drive physically. We also have a beautiful venue you can rent for a weddings or an an event.

River house with 2 boat docks

This perfect St Johns River house has a dock and boat slip on the river, then also has an additional dock with boat parking on the canal on the other side of the house. A nice deck with a jacuzzi that you can relax in next to the river. Enjoy the sunset or go fishing right off the dock. Bring your boat and take a ride to Silver Glen Springs. Beaches and Daytona speedway are a 40 minute drive. Disney, Universal, and Sea World are just over an hour away.

Salt Springs Soulful A-frame Retreat

Do you love to play in nature but still have our creature comforts? This A frame in the Ocala National Forest is the spot. There are 2 springs both 5 minutes from the house, Salt Springs & Silver Glen Springs. Beautiful Juniper Springs, Silver Springs and Alexander Springs are all a hop, skip, and jump away. Bring your fishing poles and mosey down to the boathouse and try your luck fishing right in the backyard at the canal.

The Jay House

Stroll through the flower gardens and paddock lanes of the 30 acre horse farm across the street. Watch horses trained for ridden dressage and carriage driving. Country atmosphere but still only 10 minutes to grocery store, 5 minutes to restaurants, 15 minutes to historical downtown Deland, Stetson University & skydive Deland. 30 minutes to Daytona Speedway, 45 minutes to the beach.