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3 Charming Florida Rentals and a Renovated Ocala Retreat

By Awais Manzoor

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Central Florida’s easygoing pace takes on three distinct expressions across Mount Dora and Ocala, all united by a sense of turnkey comfort. In Mount Dora, a trio of vintage-charm cottages—Casa Bella Cottage and Casa Dora Bungalow—invite short-term stays with fully furnished interiors and relaxing outdoor moments, including hot tubs and garden-side dining. In Ocala, a move-in-ready home reflects a different rhythm, pairing a top-to-bottom renovation with modern finishes, new systems, and welcoming spaces for gathering.

Casa Bella Cottage | $3,700/month

2390 Sheridan Road Mount Dora FL 32757
2390 Sheridan Road, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Karen M. Riscinto
LISTING AGENT:
Karen M. Riscinto

On a residential street in Mount Dora, Casa Bella Cottage offers a home-away-from-home stay with a distinctly vintage sensibility. The fully furnished layout is designed for easy, unhurried days, with a spacious living room that flows into a dedicated dining room and a quaint kitchen stocked with utensils, dishes, and cooking essentials. A sunroom adds a bright spot for morning coffee or a quiet read between outings. The cottage is configured as a 2 bedroom, 2 bath retreat that sleeps up to four, with one full bath inside and a second full bath outdoors beside the hot tub. Practical comforts are thoughtfully covered, including internet, a Fire Stick, linens, and a gas grill for simple meals at home. It’s a warm, charming base for settling into Mount Dora at an easy pace.

Price: $3,700/month

Size:
1,400 sq ft
Contact:
Karen M. Riscinto, Florida Lifestyle Realty Group, 352.250.3166
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Casa Dora Bungalow | $2,700/month

1370 Greenway Drive Mount Dora FL 32757
1370 Greenway Drive, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Karen M. Riscinto
LISTING AGENT:
Karen M. Riscinto

On a residential street in Mount Dora, Casa Dora Bungalow offers an easygoing stay wrapped in vintage charm. The layout includes two bedrooms and one bath, comfortably accommodating up to four, with a quaint living room that flows into a dining room and kitchen—simple spaces designed for unhurried mornings and shared meals. Step outside and you’ll find outdoor dining just beyond the front or back door, inviting you to take your coffee outdoors or linger over dinner in the open air. A separate laundry facility keeps daily routines effortless, whether you’re doing a quick wash before settling in by the pond. When the day slows down, a private garden and a relaxing hot tub dip round out the experience, encouraging quieter evenings at home.

Price: $2,700/month

Size:
1,100 sq ft
Contact:
Karen M. Riscinto, Florida Lifestyle Realty Group, 352.250.3166
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1862 NE 40th Ct | $2,700/MO

1862 NE 40th Ct Ocala FL 34470
1862 NE 40th Ct, Ocala, FL 34470
Lisa Mitchell Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty
LISTING AGENT:
Lisa Mitchell

A study in contemporary comfort, this move-in-ready residence sits in one of Ocala’s most desirable neighborhoods and has been recently renovated from top to bottom. The open floor plan centers on a gourmet kitchen finished with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and all-new appliances—designed for easy weeknight cooking and laid-back hosting alike. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout, tying each space together with a clean, modern look. In the living area, a cozy fireplace adds warmth and a natural gathering point. For entertaining, a large game room offers flexible space for relaxed evenings in. Practical upgrades include a new roof, new AC, and a new tankless hot water heater, bringing efficiency and reliability to everyday life. Settle in, unpack, and enjoy the ease of fresh systems and thoughtful updates.

Price: $2,700/MO

Size:
2,324 sq ft
Contact:
Lisa Mitchell, Keller Williams Cornerstone Re, 352.615.3659
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