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"The Hanscom House" 8 MIN walk to DT!

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A two-story building with a gabled roof, a front porch, and a small garden with a bench and various plants.
An outdoor deck with a covered patio area, a table set for dining, and a sign indicating the name of the street.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a dining table with decorative items, a television, and a fireplace.
A staircase with patterned steps leading to a dining area with a checkered floor, a table, chairs, and a hanging plant.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Mount Dora, FL
  • Place, Mount Dora Community Building
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Donnelly Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Dora History Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mount Dora

With a stay at this vacation home in Mount Dora, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Mount Dora Community Building and Donnelly Park. .This vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mount Dora Center for the Arts and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Mount Dora History Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Dora Community Building - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Donnelly Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Dora Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mount Dora History Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Dora - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Yardery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jeremiah's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wave Asian Bistro Sushi - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fiesta Grande Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pisces Rising - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

"The Hanscom House" 8 MIN walk to DT!

Mount Dora Historic Downtown Retreat!

Welcome to your perfect getaway in the heart of Mount Dora! This beautifully appointed 4/2 home combines the elegance of history with vintage comforts.

Nestled in a historic downtown neighborhood, you'll be an 8-minute walk away from charming boutiques, wonderful restaurants, and so much more!

Charming 1925 Historic Home with Vintage Flair and Modern Comforts

Step back in time while enjoying all the modern conveniences in this stunning 1925 historic home. With 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this vintage gem is perfect for a relaxing getaway or a family retreat. The home boasts original architectural details that blend seamlessly with updated amenities, offering a truly unique stay.
✨ Fire up the grill and enjoy outdoor dining in paradise!

Step outside to your private patio and make the most of sunny Florida living with our 4-burner gas grill! Whether you’re cooking up burgers, fresh seafood, or veggies, this outdoor space is perfect for family barbecues or evening hangouts under the stars. Surrounded by lush greenery and a cozy, fenced yard—your backyard escape awaits!

Located just blocks away from the heart of downtown, you’re never far from Mount Dora’s charming shops, renowned dining, and cultural attractions. Whether you're strolling through historic streets, browsing local boutiques, or enjoying a meal at one of the area's many restaurants, you'll find everything you need just a short walk or drive away. For your convenience, a Level 2 EV charger is available on-site for use during your stay! Flexible Check-In/Check-Out Options
We understand that travel plans can vary, so we’re happy to offer early check-ins and late check-outs when available for a small fee of $50. Just let us know in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This vacation home offers designated smoking areas.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Electric car charging station

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please set the A/C to 77 when departing. Thank you!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

"The Hanscom House" 8 MIN walk to DT! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and close to all things Mount Dora
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Hanscom house. It was adorable and perfect for our family. The house is decorated so cutely and very well stocked. The host was very responsive to a couple of questions we had. We felt very at home and really loved our stay here!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well located, spacious, comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host, cutest well-curated home in great location for us
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very close to downtown, easy to walk. Very clean and cute. We had an issue with the A/C and the property manager was there and had it fixed within the hour. Very impressive! We definitely recommend this house, and will stay there again should the need arise.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay!! Gabi our host was great! She was very helpful and attentive. The house is so cozy and cute. The beds are very comfortable. They have everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was awesome and host was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Comfy Cottage

This property is beautiful, clean and well maintained. Would definitely recommend and do hope to return at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

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

Great stay!

Hanscom House was full of character. It had a charming historic feel while also being fully modernized for comfort. The owners have done a wonderful job with the place and were very accommodating.10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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

MT Dora

Great locationWalked to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Beautiful historical home

Home was very inviting when we got there. Clean decorated beautifully. Close to everything. I would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exceptionally clean and comfortable. My first trip to Mt Dora and appreciated all the above and beyond help and suggestions from Gabby. Highly recommended if you want a great stay and hostess. Thanks Gabby!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! It is beautifully decorated, historically preserved, and still modern. We would LOVE to come back again. It is close to downtown, great local food, and you can walk to the coffee shop every morning if you’d like. The hostess was incredibly gracious and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruthanne M.

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

Wonderful stay

The house was the perfect size for our family. We could have local family visit us on the outdoor deck and indoor space without feeling squeezed. It’s a very comfortable, cozy home. We would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was traveling with my pups as we searched for a new home in the area. Gabi was a wonderful host and had a perfect set up for guests with pets including clear expectations printed out. The outdoor space was fenced and had an area just for the dogs. The laundry room was a perfect spot for food and water dishes. My girls settled in very quickly and once their beds were laid on the floor they made themselves quite at home. I loved all the decorative details. Even tried the scavenger hunt a previous guest left. I really enjoyed the outdoor spaces in back. We brought scooters and rode downtown so easy. Loved it all. Thank you.
Time to go night night
Farewell and thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

quick weekend

good times
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

Girls Birthday Weekend

It was a birthday weekend for myself and my sister. There were 8 of us total and the house was perfect. We walked to everything and were able to leave the cars parked in the driveway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc M.

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

Our Christmas getaway

Our experience in this home, with Gabi and in Mt Dora was great. The home was fully stocked with everything we needed. Although we brought our own supplies to cook our Christmas dinner, everything we needed was there. We love historical/ old homes and this house checks all boxes. Creeks in the wooded staircase, wavy/ bubbled glass in the windows, the fireplace lit and living room warm upon our arrival. There are many unique decorations throughout the home including small mushrooms all around. We actually challenged each other to see if we could count/ find them all. Everything was clean. No complaints!!!The walk to Downtown Mt Dora was approximately 8-9 minutes. The Christmas tree and lights were incredible. If you’re looking to stay in an old historic home that’s pet friendly and minutes from downtown, we recommend this home. (This home is in a historic neighborhood so you should understand that other old homes may not be fully restored yet. It just adds to the charm of the area. We say this due to other comments we have read regarding dilapidated properties in the area. It does not take away from the experience and or this home).
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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