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Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lake Placid, FL
  • Lake Placid Tower
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Murals of Lake Placid
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Sebring, FL (SEF-Sebring Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise!

With its bright and airy open concept layout you enter this 2 bedroom/2 bathroom 1100 square foot house into the open-concept living/dining/kitchen room, which boasts a comfortable three-person couch and chair, an HD smart television and dining area. The space is designed to welcome you with its relaxed and cozy color palette to ensure that you feel immediately at ease. Secure, 75mbps Wi-Fi Internet is included throughout the house, of course!

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Moving into the kitchen that has been updated and upgraded with mahogany cabinetry and stainless steel appliances you will find it to be nicely equipped with all the dishes, silverware, dinnerware and accessories that you will need for your stay. The view into the lush, private back yard and lake takes center stage.

As you pass through into the screened-in patio you can enjoy a functional and comfortable seating area where you can enjoy a cup of coffee while watching ducks, geese, sandhill cranes and others alight onto the pristine waters of Lake Brinkley. Just outside the screened in patio, you will find a bar-b-que station. There are also two kayaks located up against the shed in the backyard free to our guests that they may use on Lake Brinkley or Lake Clay which is a short drive away.

Both bedrooms are nicely appointed. The master bedroom contains a king bed and its own en-suite bathroom with a walk in shower and an ample closet with shelving and plenty of hangers as well as extra blankets and pillows. The roomy guest bedroom also boasts a closet with shelving and plenty of hangers as well as extra blankets and pillows for your personal use. Just off the living room area you will find the second bathroom. Both bathrooms have been freshly updated and are inlaid with stones and decorative tile. Between the bedrooms is the linen closet that houses extra towels, sheets and any personal hygiene items you may need for your stay.

On the other side of the house you will find a smaller room which we refer to as the “flex” room. The room contains comfortable chairs, a television and a work desk. Perfect for relaxing after a day on the water or the golf course!

A private, fully equipped laundry room with a high efficiency washer and dryer is available to you day and night and is located across from the flex room. There is plenty of parking for two to three cars on the driveway.

Great weather, fabulous lakes and multiple outdoor activities abound in beautiful Highlands County. Lake Placid enjoys over 250 sunny days a year with average temperatures of 90 degrees in the summer months and lows during the winter months averaging 50 degrees. Endless sunshine and lakes means many sport activities such as fishing, pontoon rides, water skiing, jet skiing and so much more. A must see is Highlands Hammock Park located about 15 minutes north in Sebring with its many nature trails and multitude of wildlife. The list of activities is endless!

For your convenience, we provide a binder at the home with the closest supermarkets, pharmacies, local eateries, bars, etc. to help you get started!

Property manager

Silvia Gillespie
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lake Placid

Located in Lake Placid, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Murals of Lake Placid and Historical Society Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lake Placid Tower and Sebring City Pier. Children's Museum of the Highlands and Game Time 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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Lake Placid, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Placid Tower - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Murals of Lake Placid - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Historical Society Depot Museum - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Sebring International Raceway - 21 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Sebring Station - 22 min drive
  • Sebring, FL (SEF-Sebring Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Big D's Garage Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Tequila Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beef O'Brady's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Street America An Eatery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Cottage, a slice of paradise! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Placid Tower, Murals of Lake Placid and Historical Society Depot Museum. Fresenius Medical Care and AdventHealth Lake Placid are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Great Lakeside location

The house is clean, very tidy and up to date. The amenities are as advertised and everyting was in working order. We really enjoyed our stay. Thanks for a really great time in Lake Placid.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merlin B.

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

Excellent VBO experience

We've been using VRBO and similar rental platforms for 10 years and this home was one of the best that we've stayed at. Exceptionally clean, exceptionally stocked and furnished, accommodating hosts, safe and quiet neighborhood, thoughtful little touches, everything that made our stay exceptional!!! We stayed here for 3 weeks and were thoroughly pleased with the accommodations during the entire time.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Perfect Getaway

The home was neat/clean and definitely had the lake vibe. The blue under counter lights in the kitchen were awesome. This home would be great for a family. The owners thought of every detail from coffee/tea to games. The location was easy to visit both downtown Lake Placid and downtown Sebring. The welcome notebook was helpful. It was a perfect Getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonja M.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

Perfect setup to Thanksgiving for family. Home is exactly as pictured. Property manager was prompt and friendly with information.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

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

Fleeing Milton

Wonderfully surprised. Didn’t know what the place would really look like.. just the pics. Everything was better than we could have imagined. Comfortable beds, nice living room with reclining ends of the couch, a breakfast/dinner table with 4chairs and a very nice kitchen, stocked with pretty much anything you would need. Large fridge, electric stove, microwave and coffee maker. One car carport, with a propane gas grill, and a screened porch overlooking a small lake. Owners could not have been nicer, always checking on us due to the hurricane and numerous tornado warnings. Will be our first call if we need to get away from the coast again. Thank you to the owners!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Silvia Gillespie

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We are a couple in our 50s who work from home and LOVE to travel. We have been hosting for over 10 years and are so happy for the opportunity to host you!

Why they chose this property

Sylvan Shores is a highly desirable neighborhood nestled next to Lake Clay and downtown Lake Placid.

What makes this property unique

We are located on the serene and peaceful waters of Lake Brinkley where you can watch the sunset from the screened-in patio as well as birds of all species arrive and take off.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests