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Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast
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  • Inn Details

    Gracious 4 Star, 9000+ sq.ft. Victorian Mansion w/a Tropical Flair overlooking Lake Dora; just a short walk to town, recently created to reflect times from our glorious past. Offering the finest comforts of the modern world, surrounded w/ Family Antiques, Art, and Collectibles to stimulate nostalgic memories. ***45 short minutes to all the Disney attractions!!*** Guests enjoy a Relaxing 4+ Course Gourmet Breakfast by the Fireplace in our Grand Dining Room or Surrounding Terrace. Many rooms view Lake Dora, several have fireplaces, all have private baths, refrigerator & TV. For those who don’t do stairs, we offer Handicap Accommodations. AND ALL Pets are welcome in 2 of our Rooms! Escape the ordinary, visit Heron Cay INN B&B in Charming Mount Dora, create memories you will cherish forever.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Margie and Randy have spent most of their lives in Florida enjoying Boating, Travel, Antiquing, Real Estate, Vintage Cars and our pets (who do not mingle w/guests unless invited). We Owned and Perfected Heron Cay InTRAcoastal B&B for 11 years on the InTRAcoastal in Jupiter until 2002 before moving to Mount Dora and buying the Darst Victorian Manor in 2005.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • 'Hopetownian'

    • Abaconian

    • Bahamian

    • English


    Number of Cats: 3

    Number of Dogs: 3

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Snacks & Beverages Available

    • Swimming Pool

    • Common Sitting / Reading Room Available 24/7

    • On Site Boat / Cycle / Etc. Trailer Parking

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  • Heavenly Master Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $225/$295

    Queen Victoria Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 6

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $205/$275

    Highwaymen Sunsets

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$225

    Vintage 356

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$195

    Zoi Garden

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$195

    Shellissa

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$195

    Abaco Dreaming Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $205/$255

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 - 6 pm    Check out: by 11 am

    • Minimum stay: Holiday and Special Events 2-3 nights / Summer no minimum

    • Deposit amount required: One night's lodging or 50% of total lodging for advance reservation

    • Cancellations: In the unfortunate event that you must cancel, with Reasonable notice, we prefer to Reschedule your visit to a more convenient date. However, deposits are refundable in the form of a Gift Certificate for future redemption if you cancel at least 15 days prior to your arrival date (*30 days prior to Festival/Holiday weekends)and cancellations must be in writing, eMail is FINE! If cancellation is less than 15/30* days, and your room is Not Re-Rented, the FULL Amount will be charged to your credit card.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Guests may bring alcoholic beverages / refrig's in all rooms

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Well behaved children w/responsible adults are welcome

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA Members (Non-Event Weekends) - Off REG. Rates
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 1

    • Call for Special Summer Discounts
      Percent off: 20% Days required: 1

    • Special Discounts for Extended Summer Stays
      Percent off: 25% Days required: 2

    • Whole House & Event Packages
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: FULL, 4+ Course Hot Gourmet Buffet

    • Time Served: 8-10am

    • Serving location: Terrace, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    : Heron Cay's 4+ Course Gourmet Breakfast Buffet
    Our Breakfast offers Wide Selections: Beginning with one of Margie's HOME Baked Breads - Pumpkin, Banana, Cranberry, Etc. and NUTS!! FRESH 6+ Fruit Platter (in season - 'Golden Pineapple' often grown ON SITE); Assorted Juices (from December to JULY!! Oranges from our trees - Squeezed Daily); then EGGS - Randy does Margie's 'Moms Eggs' (REB's 'Fried Poached') or his Special GIANT Omelets. Or he might do HIS Fresh FRUIT PANCAKES... simmered in Butter, these are more like a Dessert!! Margie the Baker; doing one of her Special 'Egg Casseroles - with various combinations of Breads, Potatoes, Cheese, Sausage, Ham, Bacon, Spinach, Tomato, Mushroom, MORE - ALL DELICIOUS!! And always a Side of MEAT; Sausage Patties, Links, Bacon, Ham, 'Little' Smokeys, Canadian Bacon, Sliced 'Special Gourmet Sausages', OR?? And Finally, Margie does something Sweet; her 'French Toast' (not like ANY French Toast you have, unless you have been our Guest BEFORE!!) or maybe her 'Sinful Buns' made with butter, cinnamon, sugar, more!! With this all said, Breakfasts with Special diet restrictions are available... Just Please let us Know at CHECK-IN!!

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • * Dinner requires

    • at lease 6 Guests

    Additional food services

    • Always something to Snack On!!!

    • Assorted Pretzels, Trail Mix, NUTS

    • Pub Mix - a Blend of Everything

    • Sometimes Fresh Baked Cookies!! Also

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  • Location Type

    • **NOTE ***GPS and Map Quest May be WRONG!!***

    • Airport

    • Countryside

    • Downtown

    • Lakeside

    • Small town

    • Tropical

    • Village

    • Wine country

    City

    • Orlando

    • Distance to city: 25 miles

    • Directions to property:
      LOCATED IN CENTRAL FLORIDA, EASILY REACHED FROM ~~ ~~Southeast FL via FL Turnpike to Toll Road 429, to US 441, then “Old” US 441 into Mt Dora; ~~From I-95 ~ take Route 44 West from New Smyrna or Route 46 West thru Sanford into Mt Dora; ~~From Southwest FL via I-75 to Rt 50, then east to Rt 19 at Groveland, or Take I-4 East to Polk City (MapQuest or your GPS w/send you into Orlando-way out of your way) In Polk City Take Route 33 North to Groveland, Take Route 19 North to “Old” US 441 in Tavares. Go East on “Old” US 441 approx 5 miles to my door. ~~From West and Northwest FL ~ I-75/FL Turnpike to Rt 44 to Wildwood / Leesburg, then South on US 441 ~ in Tavares take Old US Hwy 441 into Mt Dora. ~~Mount Dora is cute and quaint, the town center is Donnelly Street at N 5th Avenue ~ proceed West on 5th Avenue from this center, past one traffic light, curve right, we are the first driveway on right (Lake Dora is on your left).

    Airport

    • Orlando, FL (MCO) 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      We are 45 to 50 minutes from Orlando’s Airport ~ Head North to Toll Road 528 (aka Beachline Expressway), take 528 West to FL Turnpike; FL Turnpike North to Toll Road 429, North aprx 9 miles to US Hwy 441; Take US 441 North aprx 9 miles to Route 46; Route 46 West/you are in Mount Dora

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Sightseeing on Lakes via your own Boat

    • Springs and Lakes

    • Guided & Narrated Pontoon Boat rides

    • Horse & Buggy-Historic Downtown

    • Nearby - Seaplane Rides!

    • Hot Air Ballon Rides

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Antiquing

    • Hot Air Ballooning

    • 30 Minutes to Disney

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming pool

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    We are returning

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    What a place - can not say enough about it - except that we just left and have made reservations for or second stay. The rooms, the food and the host and hostess were "A one" the whole way. Margie & Randy always have a smile on their faces. I can not say enough about the breakfasts (and Randy"s cooking). One night they made a great steak diner for my husband, myself and another couple staying at the inn. A most enjoyable evening. Roberta G

    wonderful, wonderful

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The rooms and ambiance of the place is spectacular, the food was delicious and the area is a wonderful place to visit. There's so much more I want to say but the only thing I can think of is "you just have to visit this place!"

    50th. Wedding Anniversary

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Beautiful old world charm. The entire experience was wonderful. The room,the food, the host n hostess. We can't recommend this enough. We took the tour on the Hitch N Time and highly recommend this as well. Thank you Margie The Rice's

    Outstanding

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    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My wife and I had four beautiful days at the Heron Cay last year. Beautiful room, great host and hostess. Would highly recommend.

    Mt. Dora's Best...

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We stayed here two nights...took a side trip to Orlando (close by) for a dinner show, the other night, we took the Orange Blossom Dinner train in Eustis...excellent! The inn is great...we got to tour the other non-rented rooms and will pick another room there to stay in the next visit. The breakfast was fabulous...fresh fruit, platters of eggs, sausage patties, bacon, nice assortment of breads. The only downside is that we missed the Inn's entrance ...it is a very small sign on a two lane road along the lake and once we backtracked, we found it. It was too cold to try the outdoor pool but it looked inviting.

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