Entire home

Farm and lake stay at Maison De L'eau Douce

Farm and lake stay at Maison De L'eau Douce

Photo gallery for Farm and lake stay at Maison De L'eau Douce

Exterior
Doesn't this hammock look inviting outside your cottage
Lake Juanita
Bathroom
Interior

Overview of Farm and lake stay at Maison De L'eau Douce

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Odessa, FL
  • Popular LocationWestfield Citrus Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTampa Bay Downs14 min drive
  • Popular LocationZooTampa at Lowry Park24 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Familyroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Farm and lake stay at Maison De L'eau Douce

Lakefront cottage-full kitchen living room-cozy bedroom and full bath with washer/dryer. On 2.5 acres. Central air conditioning. Two flat screen TVs with Roku-high end bamboo hard wood flooring-comfortable high thread count sheets on queen bed. Sleeper sofa in livingroom. All kitchen appliances including a gas range-Keurig coffee bar. Wooded setting-large deck with views of the lake. Ample parking space in front of main house-no parking in the back next to the lakehouse. Wireless high-speed internet. In unit washer and dryer. Property has a gas grill for use by guests.The property is a farm-like setting with chickens, 2 Nigerian dwarf goats, a Khatadan lamb, a lab mix, a Great Pyrenees, and 3 miniature donkeys. As mentioned, the lakehouse is in back of the main house on the lake shore. You will park in front and walk to the lakehouse. We have a garden cart to help you move your belongings. It's not a long walk.

The property is in a very private, quiet area of Odessa. We are on a dead-end street with very little traffic. The following information should help you to decide if this stay would be for you before you arrive, and are disappointed.

The property does contain THREE houses - the lakehouse, the guesthouse, and the main house (where we live). All have access to the backyard.

I have included photos that illustrate the proximity of the three houses. PLEASE UNDERSTAND: This is NOT an isolated house alone on the lake. Please do not book if this will be a problem for you.

PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE PET FRIENDLY. We are clean freaks and we clean very thoroughly after each guest, but as pet parents know, those animal hairs are tricky little things and as hard as we try to find them all, we may miss some. Also some larger items (sofas, chairs, decorative pillows, etc.) are not replaced after each guest. Please understand that if you are allergic to animals, don't care for animals, are offended by the occasional pet hair or paw print that might have been missed while cleaning, or in general do not like or are unfamiliar with spaces where animals have been, please do not book with us.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1) We obviously love animals and welcome housebroken dogs and cats with litter boxes. BUT, Please don't book if your dog uses potty pads. We have wood floors. We have not charged a pet fee in the past. Unfortunately not all guests have been courteous in cleaning up after their pets. Our cleaner is charging us an additional fee after stays with pets. To cover this cost, we must add a pet fee to our bookings. So sorry-We tried to avoid this!!!!

2) We love scents and use Wallflower essential oil plugins. If you are allergic or prefer no scent, please let us know and we will remove them before your arrival.

Property manager

Laurel Hall
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
May be allowed with prior permission by owner

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed within any buildings

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: May be allowed with prior permission by owner
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Odessa

Located in Odessa, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks and International Plaza and Bay Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Check out an event or a game at Raymond James Stadium, and consider making time for Adventure Island, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Map
Odessa, FL

What's nearby

  • Westfield Citrus Park - 11 min drive
  • Tampa Bay Downs - 14 min drive
  • Raymond James Stadium - 23 min drive
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 24 min drive
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 28 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - 12 min drive
  • Pye Road Meadworks - 7 min drive
  • Red Robin Gourmet Burgers - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Florida Cracker Fish Company - 9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
This was one of the coolest and most unique spots we've stayed at. We were in town for the local PGA event and this was about a 30min drive from the course. You would have e nonidea you were right outside Tampa as Laurel's place was quiet, peaceful and the perfect place to relax at anytime of the day. Believe the reviews, this place is amazing and we would return anytime!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Everything was fantastic! Loved the cottage and really enjoyed the out in the country setting yet being so close to everything. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Hideout
Old style Florida beach home in the middle of Santa Rosa. Although in the middle of a busy beach we had plenty of privacy in a quiet location. Beach access was around the corner. Plenty of shops and restaurants. High end houses nearby. Great rental gor us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home away from home
What a wonderful way to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city. Laurel’s lake house feels like you're miles away from civilization…but I was still only 15 min from office. Beautiful home on a beautiful lake with amazing sunrises. Thanks Laurel for creating such a relaxing home away from home.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miko1408

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very romantic spot
Quiet, peace and loved the dogs!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laurel Hall

Host profile image
Hello. I am an engineer and I have owned my own engineering company since 2001. My passion, however, is interior decorating. I am the daughter of an artist and my artistic talent is in my ability to create warm, welcoming living spaces.

Why they chose this property

I have lived in this serene, quiet setting for almost twenty years. Odessa is the perfect place to live and to stay. It is a secluded area, but close to all amenities (restaurants, shopping, etc.).

What makes this property unique

You will so enjoy the peace and serenity of staying in a gorgeous space on a beautiful lake. We have a small farm with goats, donkeys, chickens, a lamb, and dogs.

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback