Mount Dora Homes with Garden Exterior Features

Mount Dora Homes with Garden Exterior Features

Welcome to Mount Dora, Florida—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Lake County, renowned for its picturesque charm and vibrant community. With its historic downtown area lined with quaint shops, delightful cafes, and art galleries, Mount Dora exudes a welcoming atmosphere that captivates both residents and visitors alike. This enchanting city is situated on the shores of Lake Dora, offering stunning waterfront views, lush parks, and a plethora of outdoor activities, from boating and fishing to hiking and birdwatching.

One of the most appealing aspects of Mount Dora is its stunning residential offerings, particularly homes with garden exterior features. Imagine stepping into your own personal oasis, where beautifully landscaped gardens and vibrant flower beds create an inviting ambiance right outside your door. These homes often boast spacious yards, perfect for entertaining friends or enjoying peaceful evenings under the stars. Many properties are designed to harmonize with the natural beauty of the area, featuring native plants and trees that not only enhance curb appeal but also promote sustainability.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage or a sprawling estate, Mount Dora's real estate market is diverse, catering to a variety of lifestyles and preferences. With a strong sense of community and a calendar full of events—from art festivals to farmers' markets—there's always something happening in Mount Dora. Discover your dream home here, where the charm of small-town living meets the beauty of nature, and let your garden dreams blossom in this idyllic Florida city.

Newest Mount Dora Homes with Garden Exterior Features

8290 Bridgeport Bay, Mount Dora
$399,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ G5117966 MLS
Enjoy ultimate privacy with no rear neighbors in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat, the ideal layout and size for easy living or retirement! Nestled in the highly sought-after Lakes of Mount Dora, this light-filled home features a spacious, open floor plan with a desirable split-bedroom design. Architectural clerestory windows flood the space with natural light while preserving complete privacy, creating a bright, airy ambiance from the moment you step inside. The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry, a breakfast bar, decorative backsplash, recessed lighting, under- and above-cabinet lighting, a large closet pantry, and a full appliance package. Opening seamlessly to the dining and great room areas, it creates an effortless flow for everyday living and easy entertaining. The primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, featuring a private bath with dual sinks and a step-in shower. Storage is exceptional throughout, from oversized closets in every bedroom to an extra-large laundry room filled with natural light. Additional features include ceiling fans, a 2-car garage with overhead storage, and a large home safe included with the sale. Outside, pristine landscaping creates inviting curb appeal. Step through to the screened rear porch to unwind while enjoying views of your spacious, private backyard. The vibrant butterfly and flower garden draws local birds and butterflies, offering a peaceful, picturesque backdrop for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Lakes of Mount Dora is a premier 55+ active adult community offering an unmatched Florida lifestyle. Residents enjoy an 18,000 sq. ft. island clubhouse, resort-style pool and hot tub, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce, croquet, walking trails, billiards, library, and a vibrant calendar of social clubs and activities. Interconnected lakes and waterways also allow for electric boating, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing right in your neighborhood. Conveniently located just minutes from historic Downtown Mount Dora’s boutique shopping, waterfront dining, and renowned festivals. Enjoy easy access to regional attractions, with Downtown Orlando just 40–50 minutes away, Walt Disney World 45–55 minutes away, and East Coast beaches within 1 to 1½ hours. Nearby medical facilities, daily shopping, and major roadways complete this exceptional offer. This is more than a home—it’s the Florida lifestyle you've been waiting for!

8290 Bridgeport Bay, Mount Dora

6025 Claystone Way, Mount Dora
$599,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ O6434444 MLS
**This house comes with a REDUCED RATE through the seller's preferred lender. This is a lender-paid rate buydown that reduces the buyer's interest rate and monthly payment.** Welcome to 6025 Claystone Way in Mount Dora, a spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home situated on an oversized lot with no rear neighbors, offering added privacy and plenty of outdoor space. The thoughtfully designed layout provides plenty of room for comfortable everyday living and entertaining, while the open floor plan creates a bright, connected atmosphere with flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. Inside, the open-concept design brings the living, dining, and kitchen areas together, making it easy to gather with family and friends. Four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms provide ample space for residents and guests, while the functional layout offers options for a home office, hobby room, or additional personal space. Outside, a welcoming front porch enhances the home’s curb appeal, while the covered rear patio offers a comfortable retreat for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing at the end of the day. Set on an expansive 0.82-acre lot, the property provides and exceptional amount of space and privacy with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors and make the space your own. Residents can enjoy a variety of community amenities, including a swimming pool, park, playground, and tennis courts, providing convenient options for recreation and outdoor enjoyment close to home. Located in Mount Dora, the home is convenient to shopping, dining, schools, parks, and everyday necessities. The area is also known for its charming historic downtown, local boutiques and restaurants, waterfront parks, and year-round community events. Nearby major roadways provide convenient connections to Apopka, Orlando, and other Central Florida destinations.

6025 Claystone Way, Mount Dora

8220 Bridgeport Bay Circle, Mount Dora
$499,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ G5114836 MLS
WELCOME to this exquisite MOVE-IN-READY home within the Lakes of Mount Dora, a serene oasis perfect for the 55+ active living community. This neighborhood is a peaceful retreat designed for those seeking a vibrant lifestyle, showcasing homes with immaculate facades and beautifully maintained landscaping. Lakes of Mount Dora exemplifies “Pride in Ownership,” offering a 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout with an additional den/office space, spanning over 2100 sq. ft. This home harmoniously blends comfort, accessibility, and functionality, ideal for those who value an open floor plan that seamlessly integrates living, dining, and kitchen areas—perfect for entertaining and gathering. Abundant natural light floods the space through large French doors and windows, enhancing the home's expansive feel. The living areas feature Polaris Plus waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring, while all bedrooms are carpeted. Upgraded ventilated wood shelving in all closets and ceiling fans in every room, including the garage workshop, add to the home's appeal. Culinary enthusiasts will love the kitchen, boasting a Gourmet Samsung Décor Oven and Microwave combo, Bergamo Herringbone tile backsplash, and spacious Quartz countertops. Both bathrooms are equipped with upgraded Kohler Santa Rosa toilets, with the Master Bath featuring a luxurious walk-in shower with Italian tile, while the Guest Bath offers a therapeutic spa/tub with water jets, air jets, Chroma-therapy, and Aromatherapy. The oversized backyard patio, accessible via French doors, presents a bucolic view of a lush butterfly and hummingbird flower garden, with giant oak trees perfect for birdwatching. The 3-car garage is a haven for hobbyists, offering ample storage and a separate workshop area. Additional features include a Pelican whole house water filter and soft water system, tankless hot water system, and R30 insulation in the garage ceiling. Residents at The Lakes of Mount Dora enjoy a amenity rich lifestyle such as the 18,000-square-foot clubhouse, Lake County's largest resort-style pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, a croquet lawn, scenic trails, a community fire pit, and gated RV/boat parking. The HOA fee includes fiber optic internet, cable, irrigation, and access to numerous clubs and social activities. Golf enthusiasts can easily access the nearby Country Club of Mount Dora's 18-hole course via the golf cart path. This home is also conveniently located near the charming towns of Mount Dora, Tavares, and Eustis, with easy access to Orlando's theme parks and Florida's most celebrated beaches. This is more than a home; it's a gateway to vibrant 55+ living in one of Where to Retire magazine's "Top 50 master-planned communities in the U.S". You have to come see it for yourself.

8220 Bridgeport Bay Circle, Mount Dora

5710 Alenlon Way, Mount Dora
$534,900
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ G5114313 MLS
Location, location, location…This property checks all of the boxes with 5 beds, 3 baths, upgrades, MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING with an attached NEXTGEN, IN-LAW space, this is like having 2 HOUSES IN ONE! The NEXTGEN apartment is equipped with its own kitchenette, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator with reverse osmosis, pantry, stackable washer/dryer, 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom with walk in shower, its own living room space, and its own private entrance and courtyard. Perfect for a myriad of housing scenarios like aging family members, young adults, guests, office space, etc. The main living area of the house has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, OPEN CONCEPT living room, kitchen, dining room, study/office with 3 sliders leading out onto the ENCLOSED SCREENED LANAI WITH VIEWS OF THE PRESERVE in the rear of the property. Enjoy golden sunsets each evening. The owner’s suite has an en suite with walk-in shower, double vanity, separate water closet, and 2 WALK-IN CLOSETS. It is tucked away in the back corner of the home for an extra layer of privacy; an incredible bonus of the preservation view and the enjoyment of its DARK & QUIET NIGHTS for a truly peaceful sleeping experience. There are 2 additional bedrooms and 1 bathroom just down the hallway. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination and stone counters. Additionally, there is an indoor laundry room as you enter the home from the 2 car garage. The kitchen has stainless steel and slate appliances, stone counters, reverse osmosis in the refrigerator for delicious and sparkling clean water, a walk-in pantry, electric range, microwave and dishwasher. Enjoy mornings with the entire family at the LARGE KITCHEN ISLAND WITH BREAKFAST BAR. The dining room is conveniently located just off of the kitchen for ease in entertaining friends and family. Outside, you can take advantage of the oversized patio for grilling, gathering with friends, exercising, or simply relaxing in the peace and quiet that the premium private lot affords. Enjoy the fully fenced park like lawn, perfect for playtime for any age or fur baby; kitchen garden; 4 SEAT SUNDANCE HEATED SPA; a cozy courtyard entrance lined with kitchen herbs for the culinary chef in the family; whole house water filtration system; in-wall pest control; ENERGY SAVING SOLAR PANELS; and, whole house power surge protection. Last, but not least, is the amazing RESORT STYLE CLUBHOUSE & POOL, splash pad, workout facility, playground, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, basketball courts, softball field, and ample walking & biking paths throughout the entire neighborhood. Publix is located by the neighborhood entrance (1.5 miles). Downtown Mount Dora (5 miles), Eustis, & Tavares are all within a moments drive (less than 10 miles). The FL 429 commuting to all of greater Orlando, Lake Mary, Altamonte Springs, the beaches and more is within 2.8 miles.

5710 Alenlon Way, Mount Dora

102 N Clayton Street, Mount Dora
$674,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ G5113969 MLS
**MOTIVATED SELLER—BRING YOUR OFFER!** DOWNTOWN MOUNT DORA RETREAT WITH FLEXIBLE FOURTH BEDROOM/OFFICE, PRIVATE ENTRANCE, KITCHENETTE, RENTAL POTENTIAL, NO HOA AND EXCEPTIONAL OUTDOOR LIVING! Located just blocks from downtown Mount Dora’s restaurants, boutiques, cafés, waterfront parks, marina, festivals, farmers market and entertainment district, this extensively renovated corner-lot home offers flexible living spaces, luxury finishes and multiple private entrances. Inside, engineered hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, updated fixtures and fresh interior and exterior paint create warm and inviting living spaces. The wood-burning fireplace features an updated hearth, surround and mantel, adding architectural character to the home. The chef’s kitchen is designed for entertaining and everyday living with marble countertops, an oversized center island, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, extensive cabinetry, generous preparation space and exceptional storage. The spacious primary suite includes a beautifully renovated ensuite bathroom with marble countertops, dual vanities, a jetted garden tub, separate walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Marble countertops continue throughout the home’s bathrooms, creating a cohesive and timeless finish. One of the property’s most distinctive features is the flexible fourth bedroom, office or bonus room with a private entrance and kitchenette featuring granite countertops, a refrigerator, microwave and range. Although the room does not have a built-in closet, it offers exceptional versatility for guest accommodations, workspace or additional living space. With five exterior entrances and multiple private living areas, the home provides a remarkably adaptable layout. Upstairs and downstairs laundry areas add convenience and functionality. Offering excellent potential as an income-producing property, the home is currently registered with the City of Mount Dora for rental use and holds a current Rental Certificate of Compliance. The certificate is not transferable upon sale, and buyers should verify future rental use, licensing and registration requirements directly with the City of Mount Dora. The outdoor spaces feel like a private boutique retreat, featuring multiple terraces and gathering areas, mature landscaping, decorative brick accents, a side deck and a firepit courtyard. The beautifully landscaped corner lot offers privacy and outdoor living rarely found this close to downtown. Additional features include a covered carport, storage shed, new driveway and sidewalks, irrigation system, tankless natural-gas water heater, two HVAC zones and natural-gas connections for a generator, fireplace and outdoor grill. Conveniently located near US Highway 441, SR 429, SR 414, the Florida Turnpike, area hospitals, airports, Orlando, Sanford and Central Florida attractions, this renovated downtown Mount Dora property offers an uncommon combination of location, flexibility and character.

102 N Clayton Street, Mount Dora

1338 Heim Road, Mount Dora
$545,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ O6410176 MLS
Moments from historic downtown Mount Dora, this thoughtfully updated residence on Heim Road offers views of Lake Gertrude and a seamless blend of modern enhancements with timeless character. Situated on a 0.28-acre homesite with no homeowners association, the two-bedroom, two-bath home spans 1,762 square feet and features extensive renovations throughout. Natural light fills the interior through insulated thermal windows installed in 2022, complementing the luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the residence. A spacious living room welcomes guests upon entry, while a formal dining room and sunroom overlooking Lake Gertrude provide inviting spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, a subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, a coffee bar and extensive cabinetry with glass-front upper cabinets and abundant drawer storage. Both bedrooms offer en-suite bath access, including a generously sized primary suite. The fully renovated baths feature granite vanity countertops and updated finishes. Additional interior features include an indoor laundry room with pantry storage, a natural gas tankless water heater and a crawlspace encapsulation system installed in 2022 with a dehumidifier and positive-pressure insulation system. Outdoor spaces showcase mature landscaping, curated gardens, a covered rear porch and a fountain feature. An 8-by-12-foot detached storage shed provides additional functionality. Major system updates include a new roof in 2025, electrical panel replacement in 2017, insulated thermal windows in 2022 and a 2024 air-conditioning system featuring ultraviolet light filtration, humidity control and Ecobee smart thermostat technology. Conveniently across from Lake Gertrude and near the shops, dining and cultural attractions of downtown Mount Dora, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy one of Central Florida’s desirable lakefront communities. Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

1338 Heim Road, Mount Dora

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