Stillhouse Hideaway on a Distillery and organic blueberry/blackberry farm

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 374.3 sq m

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Yalaha, FL

Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon
‪5 min drive‬
Howey Estate
‪6 min drive‬
TableTop Team Trivia
‪14 min drive‬
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

This is a small apt. that is fully furnished on the top floor of our barn, it approx. 800 sq. feet and roomy, lots of light from many windows. It has been recently updated and has new floors, paint and decor. The apt. is located on our quiet country organic blueberry/blackberry farm and distillery. Plenty of parking for your car/truck or boat. WE ARE ONLY 10 Minutes away from UF Health Leesburg Hospital. We are only about 30 minutes South from The Villages (retirement capital of the world). The apt. is an open flat concept it has one bedroom with one bath/two beds and a full kitchen. We encourage our guests to walk next door to the famous German bakery that is within walking distance or buy and pick some of our yummy blueberries/blackberries. We have just started our very own distillery here on the farm made out of our blueberries and we are the first organic/gluten free distillery in Florida and make moonshine, and brandy. It is now available for sale. Come visit our store for our popular moonshine or pickup one of our homemade pies. We have multiple goodies and unique items for sale. We are conveniently located under an hour to all popular area attractions like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, the beaches of Clearwater or New Smyrna/Daytona. We are 5 minutes away from a very popular and famous golf resort; Mission Inn Golf Resort. We are 20 minutes away from Mt. Dora (antique capital). We are within 10 minutes from I-75 and the turnpike to get to all of your fun adventure spots. We are conveniently located to many kayak venues and this is known to be a popular area for bicyclists. We are across the street (2 minutes walking) from Lake Harris which is famous for fishing tournaments. If you are looking for a small place to call home for a few days or even a few months then you have found the perfect place. We hope you enjoy our place as much as we do.

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Amanda

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

This is not an apartment conducive to children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We get up early so that we means we go to bed early as well. Please we have to keep a strict low noise rule after 9:00 pm.

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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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Yalaha

Located in Yalaha, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. Lake County Historical Museum and Paquette's Historical Farmall Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon and Plantation Golf Club.

Yalaha, FL

What's nearby

Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Howey Estate - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
Lake Dora - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
TableTop Team Trivia - 14 min drive - 16.1 km
Venetian Gardens - 16 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
‪Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
‪Yalaha Bakery - ‬6 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stillhouse Hideaway on a Distillery and organic blueberry/blackberry farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stillhouse Hideaway on a Distillery and organic blueberry/blackberry farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stillhouse Hideaway on a Distillery and organic blueberry/blackberry farm?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Stillhouse Hideaway on a Distillery and organic blueberry/blackberry farm located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Mission Inn Golf Resort - El Campeon and within 9 miles (15 km) of Howey Estate and Plantation Golf Club. Lake Dora and Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

15 March 2025

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

Clean, comfortable, cozy

Lovely apt above the tool shed with everything you need. Host Amanda and her family are welcoming and easy.

Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannan F.

1 December 2024

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Thanksgiving in Yalaha

Quiet, clean, and cozy. It was perfect spot to take a break from the holiday craziness.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

13 January 2025

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Barn Loft Getaway

It was unique and met our needs perfectly. The owners are very nice and nearby. Lots of special touches made the place homey. Clean and comfortable. Off the beaten path but close to drugstore, grocery stores and places to eat. A short drive from Groveland or Clermont

Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

28 June 2024

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Another great stay!

This is our second stay at Stillhouse Hideway. This will always be our go to place to stay when visiting my inlaws! The space is so comfortable, nicely decorated and we love having the kitchen and washer/dryer. Amanda is a wonderful host and quick to answer any questions. We feel like the Stillhouse hideaway is our "home away from home" when we visit. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod S.

8 December 2023

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Very quiet Farm like setting close to the lake!

We had a great time, very private. Very convenient to the lake and to gas and groceries. Wonderful host. Would stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

8 December 2023

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Awesome stay

Ended up being the perfect place for us to stay over Thanksgiving week. Property is awesome and Amanda could not have made things any easier. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants a quiet place to relax

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trica B.

9 March 2019

Place was clean and comfortable

We really enjoyed our stay. Nice to not be stuck in a hotel. Country atmosphere was refreshing. Would definitely consider staying here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nichole Z.

16 November 2020

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Great place to stay! You must visit their store next door.

The blueberry pie and chicken pot pie were delicious! The blueberry moonshine was fantastic!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth R., Iowa

18 February 2023

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Close to everything

We have had a couple stays here and had a nice time. It’s only a short walk from Lake Harris and steps from the Yalaha bakery. The little shop the owners run is cute and has tasty cheeses, moonshine etc.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol d.

30 January 2022

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Great place

Beautiful large room over the barn. Very well stocked with everything you need. Very nice people.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

5 February 2023

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Fishing Trip

I would highly recommend this rental for anyone visiting the Leesburg area. The house is super clean, the beds are extremely comfortable and there is plenty of parking for anyone with a boat. The location is close to all the attractions in the area. Amanda is a super host.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T., Jacksonville

23 February 2021

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Very Comfortable Accomadations!

This was our 2nd stay with Doug & Amanda's property. Just right for us...very clean with everything one would need for a visit. Nicely appointed kitchen, comfortable bed, and all the necessities one would expect. Charging cord for my Bass Boat and close to Hickery Point Ramp for boat launch onto Lake Harris.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

27 March 2022

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This apartment is a perfect retreat - owner is delightful.

This apartment offers a quiet retreat with every convenience you could want. But don’t skip the fun of visiting the distillery and neighboring bakery. Everyone we met was having fun doing their job. Great homemade salsa and jam - and moonshine is a fun experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth R., Iowa

22 January 2023

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Farm living

Cute apartment above a barn like building. Nice working farm with chickens and ducks to watch if you like. No rooster though, so no early wake ups. Loved the experience and plan on staying again soon!

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca K.

12 January 2024

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AMAZING stay!!

This rental is amazing!! Very easy check in process, easy in and out and beautiful overall. Extremely comfy and feels like home. Everything was decorated nicely and very thought-out. We stayed over Christmas and the host even put up a little Christmas tree for us to enjoy during our stay which we thought was a cute touch. Very quiet on the farm and really fun to see the chickens in the morning. Get that country Florida feel but close to everything only a few minutes away. Don't forget about the Moonshine on the property, we bought several bottles to take home to family and it was great! Would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing and gorgeous vacation or even a staycation.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori J.

17 November 2023

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Wonderful Stay!

My husband and I stayed at the Stillhouse Hideaway while visiting my inlaws in Leesburg. The apartment is wonderful...very clean, well stocked kitchen, nicely decorated, comfortable beds, washer and dryer....really everything we needed! The apartment is located in the barn of a working farm which we loved! There is a shop on the farm that sells pies, cheese, their moonshine and more. It is also within walking distance of Yalaha Bakery and Lake Harris. Amanda is a wonderful host! She was so accommodating and communication was excellent! Overall, our stay was perfect. We will definitely be back the next time we are in the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory O.

21 November 2021

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Above and beyond

The property was very clean comfortable and accommodating as listed. The best part of the trip was Amanda her husband DOUG and the family they are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Doug went above and beyond when we had an issue with our motorcycle this is totally a full-service property he was a lifesaver. We have been fortunate to stay at many properties throughout our country and this is by far our favorite. We are looking forward to returning in the near future.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

3 August 2021

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Relaxing getaway

My husband and I are on a road trip and decided to stay a few days at this farm. Yalaha is a nice little town (that we learned was growing quickly!) The owners were out of town so we didn't get to learn about the farm or distillery, but we enjoyed exploring on our own. Our adventures included walks in the woods and to the lake, sampling all of the flavors of the farm's homemade moonshine and goodies in their farm store, enjoying music and baked goods at the German bakery next door, a wonderful tour of Howey Mansion, a winery tour and tasting at Lakeridge and dinner overlooking the lake at Boondocks. Everyone we met was so friendly and helpful. The apartment had everything we needed and was quiet and peaceful. They even left a basket of goodies for us! We would definitely return again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph G.

3 April 2024

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Amazing Place, Host and Family

This was a very clean, well planned out and spacious studio apartment, with a place for everything! The host, Amanda, husband Doug and daughter Emily were all very welcoming, kind and helpful in any way needed, always quickly responding to any questions we had. We had everything we needed for a 2 month visit! Kitchen is well stocked, dishes, pots, pans, spices, paper products, many unexpected items. There was a beautiful bouquet of flowers, and fresh eggs in fridge, upon arrival, plus some snacks! A distillery/country store on their property makes Moonshine, homemade jams & jellies, we brought home for gifts, plus many other homemade items. We had their homemade chicken pies and fruit pies which were a must have....delicious!! The personal size pies are huge,1 will feed 2 people! The bed, sofa and chair are very comfortable. We loved watching, and sometimes feeding, the chickens/roosters in pen near our entrance, many different kinds, each with own personality!!! A great place for us to just relax and rest, very quiet and private! Very convenient for visiting many popular attractions. We enjoy Orange Blossom Opry in Weirsdale, they now serve burgers, hot dogs, sundaes, etc, wish we had known before attending, they looked delicious, new since we were last there!! We could say so much more about this wonderful home away from home! We had our dog, was able to take her outside without a leash, she loved it there! We will return here if possible. Thanks again!!

Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

16 December 2019

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Great Place To Stay

Our stay at the blueberry farm was more than we expected. We loved the studio apartment that had everything we needed. It was beautifully decorated and so clean and inviting. Driving down the road set the tone for a truly country feeling. We were greeted by the chickens in their pen and the rustic decorations and welcome signs at the door. We are older and the stairs were short and doable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The cable tv and internet were great. I had a Zoom conference call one evening and it went without a glitch. The 2 beds were comfortable and we loved the quiet for sleeping. We never heard the chickens as they were away from the beds but enjoyed seeing them when we came in and out. Our hosts were amazing. They coordinated our checkin, met us when we arrived, talked to us many times as we walked around and responded to whatever we needed. We loved learning about the farm and quaint distillery. Everyone was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed walking to the Bootlegging Shop and tasted, learned about how it’s done, and bought some delicious pies, pottery mugs, and blueberry moonshine. Of course, we also walked to the German Bakery for breakfast and it was hard to make choices. Mmmmm. We were there on the weekend, so we also enjoyed listening to the musicians. We are already discussing when we can come back and look forward to another stay. What a wonderful, restful place to be.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine Z.

23 May 2022

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Definitely will be back!

Came for the FLW Toyota Series Bass tournament and it was perfect! A great stay and excellent hosts. Took 5th place and will definitely be back.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

13 May 2022

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Amazing Stay!

This place is awesome! Beautiful property with a working Blueberry Farm and a country store on the property where you can buy all sorts of delicious pies, jams, moonshine and gift shop items. If I'm every back in this part of Florida I will absolutely stay here again if they aren't booked! Also, the frogs sing a lovely song at night that's much different from the sounds I hear in West Virginia!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen M.

28 April 2022

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away from the city

open floor plan upstairs on top of barn. full kitchen quiet and peaceful chickens and ducks nearby. farm is beautiful for picking blackberries and blueberries and top it off with some moonshine at their distlllery/store with music on the weekend. short walk to a lovely bakery. nice country roads for running or biking. definitely will return to visit

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

1 April 2022

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Awesome environment

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was quiet and the place was beautiful. We were able to find nice little places to enjoy for food and drinks around the lakes, while we waiting for my daughters’ games. We were centrally located between all three field locations so it was perfect. The hosts were amazing. Also, the moonshine was tasty.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David J.

25 March 2022

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Country Comfort

Didn’t think I’d find a little piece of rural heaven for my visit to FL, but that’s what is being graciously offered here. Hadn’t been to the area before, it’s a pleasant change from what I’ve become used to in the Orlando area. The studio is an absolute delight, a lot of thought & TLC went into the decor. Really just lovely. Amanda couldn’t have been nicer, she took my 7 year-old grandkids for a little tour to see her ducks & chickens. She also sent my daughter home with a dozen fresh eggs, which was sweet. Very pleased with my week stay, not sure how it could have gone much better as far as accommodations go. Thanks so much for allowing me to enjoy your cool studio!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amanda

Our names are Doug and Amanda McCormack

Why they chose this property

Quiet, safe, cozy apartment on an organic blueberry/blackberry farm with a distillery.

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