Waterfront holiday rentals in The Villages

Withlacoochee River House w/ Kayaks, Bikes, Canoes

Located on the main channel of the Withlacoochee River across from the State Forest, this home offers relaxation and recreation. The home is equipped with canoes & kayaks to launch from the backyard, and bikes to enjoy the 40+ miles of paved and mountain bike trails. Come home to relax by the fireplace and enjoy the river view, hang out and fish from the river bank, lie out back in a couple hammocks, or fire up the grill. This home is a great vacation getaway for couples, families, & friends!

View · Beach · Breakfast

Sapphire Cottage - sleeps 6, on 5 acres with canal

Escape to Sapphire Cottage, a 5-acre wooded retreat with a private canal boat dock. Relax by the shared pool, fish from the dock, or enjoy a BBQ at the firepit. Our cozy cottage features a queen master, 2 sofa-beds, a full kitchen, and dining for 6. From meeting our farm animals, biking, kayaking, or reading in the gazebo, there is something for everyone! We live in the main house across the way and are happy to help while ensuring you have a peaceful stay. Come make lasting memories with us!

View · River · Indoor spaces

Getaway on the Waterway- Dock+Kayaks+SUP board

Welcome to your peaceful Getaway on the Water. Whether you or your group are visiting the Villages, or just need a peaceful getaway to recharge, this is the place!There's something for everyone! Paddleboard or Kayak (provided) the beautiful canal to either lake. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail in nature on the dock. Bring your boat/ jet ski or rent one from Eaton's Beach Aquatic sports, they also offer sunset cruises and water taxi to Eaton's Beach restaurant right from our dock!

View · Beach · Family

Waterfront cottage Haynes Creek

Enjoy all central Florida has to offer, at this cozy waterfront cottage, on Haynes Creek, part of the Harris Chain. Fish from the dock, or bring your own watercraft, you have your own boat slip. Explore the area on our paddleboat, kayaks or paddle board. If its shopping and nightlife you enjoy we are close to Leesburg, Eustis, Mt. Dora, Tavares and the Villages. Or maybe you would enjoy watching wildlife and exploring one of the many parks or trails in the area. Central Florida has it all.

River · Beach · Parks

Modern Lake Weir House

Best sunset on Lake Weir! Lake front with private sand beach we are located on Sunset Harbor on Lake Weir. Plenty of dock space and beach space for several boats. House is on Bird Island and setup for entertaining friends and family. House was completely remodeled in 2018 with a modern contemporary design featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. One of the rooms is a movie theater with a 100” big screen that has a futon sofa. Can take the boat to Eaton’s Beach or Gator Joes just across the lake!

View · Beach · Value

Private Waterfront Cabin Retreat with Kayaking

Your private retreat on an acre nestled on a canal to the Withlacoochee River, wrapping around 2 sides of the property. Relax on your porch overlooking the water as you watch the birds and deer play. Kids will love the tire swing, toys such as Lego, Lincoln logs, pool table and ski ball. Kayaks available to our guests awaiting adventure. Bond around the fire pit, walk the trails, lounge in the hammocks, and fish on the dock. Setup the big screen to watch a movie. Welcome to your get-a-way!

River · View · TV

New Luxury Home-Pool-Waterfront View-3 King Suites

Enjoy this unique, tranquil getaway in a new 2023 home less than 3 miles from Sawgrass Grove (nightly entertainment, restaurants), and only a few blocks from Mickylee Pitch and Putt, Jubilee Putting Course, and the new Franklin Recreation Center. Ezell, Homestead, and Citrus Grove Rec Centers are all under 3 miles away. Back yard with lanai, pool with fountain, pond, and trees is a RARE find in The Villages! 3 king bedroom suites! Golf cart (4 seats) available for an additional fee.

View · Quiet · Parking

Cypress Cottage

Handicap accessible. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. On a dead end street on a channel that goes out to some lakes in the area. Have a canoe,peddle boat and three bikes included to use during your stay. Little over an hour from Orlando Airport and about the same from Tampa Airport. 30 minute drive to Homosassa Springs that has many attractions. If you see any alligators please do not feed them. They become a nuisance and it’s also against the law.

View · River · Indoor spaces

The Faith Estate - A Lakefront Storybook House

Welcome to The Faith Estate, a historic 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom lake house in Leesburg, FL, near The Villages, Eustis, and Mount Dora. Perfect for reunions, retreats, or a relaxing getaway. Ideal for boaters, with space for multiple boats and trailers—great for Harris Chain of Lakes events. The estate also allows approved events. Submit details via Airbnb for approval before check-in. Unapproved events are not permitted. Event setups must respect property guidelines.

View · Beach · Accuracy

Lake Dora Dream-Waterfront/Pool

Luxurious lakefront home on Lake Dora - 8 minutes to downtown Mount Dora and Tavares. Enjoy your vacation in this newly renovated pool home (Pool Not Heated) on Lake Dora and the Harris chain of Lakes. Bring your boat or rent one nearby to explore the area by water and cruise the Dora Canal to Lake Eustis. Included is a guest apartment with private entrance totaling 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths. Just a half mile to the Tavares Pavilion and dining in downtown Tavares.

View · Hospitality · Sleep quality

Serendipity Lake private dock, canoes & kayaks

Please note the 15.5% Host Service Fee is an Airbnb fee, they chose the name, host do not collect this fee. FL is in a drought, water levels are 8ft + lower than normal. You can still enjoy fishing and kayaking on our direct waterway. We do provide kayaks and canoes to enjoy the lakes. Plenty of room for outdoor games and activities. Pet friendly. Just a short drive to downtown Inverness and 30 minutes to Crystal River, Dunnellon or Homosassa. Simply perfect!

River · View · Long stay

VERY BEARY CABIN on Crystal Lake

Bring Fido only $25 per stay/Whole House "Very Beary Cabin" is a 2100 Sq Ft split level nature lodge style cabin plus day use A Frame on natural spring fed, sand bottom Crystal Lake and it is a Certified Wild Life Habitat. Fully renovated in a knotty pine cabin bear theme. It includes private lower level lockout "Outdoorsman's Suite", a total of 3 bedrooms plus 2 queen pullouts. Plus an A Frame "The Cub House" is included on the property with game table.

Beach · View · Outdoor spaces