Traveling with Your Pet Guide - Lake County, FL

Tourism & Business Relations

Table Of Contents

Pet Friendly Lodging 1

Pet Friendly Parks 5

Eateries 6

Boarding & Pet Sitting Services 7

Emergency Care & Sheltering 9

Your pet will LOVE visiting Lake County, and so will you. The Welcome sign is out and you will find this naturally beautiful wonderland is a perfect pet friendly destination.

Come experience the acres of preserves, parks, forests, and more than 1,000 freshwater lakes and rivers. Your pet will say, “Good Choice”! Pack up the feed bag and food bowl and don’t forget your Coggins test and rabies certificates. We hope to see you and your pet soon

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Pet Friendly Lodging

America’s Best Value Inn101 W. Burleigh Blvd.Tavares, FL 32778Phone (352) 343-4666Dogs, cats & birds, no large animalsExtra charge for pets $10-$15

Award Vacation Homes 1536 Sunrise Plaza Drive, Suite 100Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 243-8669www.awardpoolhomes.comDogs & cats up to 25 lbs.Extra charge for pets

Best Western Chain of Lakes Inn & Suites1321 N. 14th St.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 460-0118www.bestwestern.comDogs up to 18 lbs.Extra charge $20/day

Best Western Inn & Suites 1380 E. Burleigh Blvd. Tavares, FL 32778Phone: (352) 253-2378www.bestwestern.comDogs, cats & birds, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $25 each

Blue Creek Area Vacation Rental56516 & 56545 Pecan Road Astor, FL 32102Phone: (352) 759-3377www.astorflorida.com/bluecreektwo.htm or www.astorflorids.com/bluecreekone.htmDogs only, no weight limitNo extra charge

The Castaways on the River 55530 Front St.Astor, FL 32102Phone: (352) 759-3422www.castawaysontheriver.comDogs only, no weight limitExtra charge $10/stay

Comfort Inn & Suites15000 U.S. Highway 441Eustis, FL 32726Phone: (352) 742-8022www.choicehotels.comDogs up to 15 lbs.Extra charge $15/night

Comfort Suites1202 Avenida CentralThe Villages, FL 32159Phone: (352) 259-6578Fax: (352) 205-7699www.choicehotels.comDogs up to 40 lbs.Extra charge $35 + $10 additional pets

Days Inn 20390 N. U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 429-0483www.daysinn.comDogs, cats & birdsExtra charge for pets $15

Days Inn 1115 W. North Blvd.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-3131Dogs, cats & birds up to 20 lbs.Extra charge for pets $12.50

When it is time to sleep, there are lots of options. Your horse can stay in the corral or might prefer to be housed in a stable right next to your cabin. Plenty of bed &

breakfast inns, motels and resorts are pet friendly too, so pack up your pet and come stay and play with us.

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Econo Lodge1308 N. 14th St.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-1210www.econlodge.comDogs, cats & birds, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $10/day for up to two pets

Elite Resorts at Citrus Valley2500 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34714Phone: (800) 356-2460www.eliteresorts.com/citrusvalley

Fairfield Inn & Suites1750 Hunt Trace Blvd.Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 394-6585www.fairfieldinn.comDogs, cats & birds, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $75/week

Farnsworth House Bed & Breakfast1029 E. 5th Ave.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 735-1894www.farnsworthhousebnb.comDogs & birds, no weight limitExtra charge for pets

Fiddler’s Green Ranch Resort42725 W. Altoona RoadAltoona, FL 32702Phone: (800) 947-2624 or (352) 699-7111www.fiddlersgreenranch.comDogs & horsesStalls $20/day, $80/weekPaddocks $15/day, $60/weekDogs $10/night, Kennel $5/night

Florida Carriage Museum & Resort3000 Marion County RoadWeirsdale, FL 32195Phone: (352) 750-5500www.fcmr.orgHorses only. Barns with paddocks

Florida Motel1929 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 394-6016Dogs & cats up to 70 lbs.No extra charge

The Florida Store Vacation Rentals17445 U.S. Highway 192Clermont, FL 34714Phone: (866) 648-3236www.floridastorevacationhomes.com

Heron Cay Lakeview Bed & Breakfast495 Old Highway 441Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 383-4050www.heroncay.comDogs & cats, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $25

Holiday Inn Express1810 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 243-7878www.holidayinnexpress.comDogs, cats, birds & turtles up to 25 lbs.Extra charge for pets $50/stay

Holiday Travel Resort RV Park28229 County Road 33Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-5151www.holidaytravelresort.comDogs, cats & birds, no weight limitNo extra charge

Howard Johnson Inn 20329 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 429-9033www.hojo.comDogs & cats up to medium sizeExtra charge for pets $10

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Inn on the Green700 E. Burleigh Blvd.Tavares, FL 32778Phone: (352) 343-6373http://innonthegreen.netDogs & cats, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $10

La Hacienda1201 Avenida CentralaLady Lake, FL 32159Phone: (352) 750-6863Dogs (limit of 2/room), no weight limitExtra charge for pets $35/stay

Lakeside Inn 100 N. Alexander St.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 383-4101http://lakeside-inn.comDogs & cats, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $50/stay

Lake Louisa State Park7305 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 394-3969www.floridastateparks.org/lakelouisaHorses, dogs, cats & birds Paddocks, posts with tie down hookups and portable coralsAnimals other than horses allowed in restricted camping areas only.

Lazy Oaks Resort1414 N. Lake View Ave.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-3626

Lee Motel201 S. 14th St.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-2351Dogs & cats, no weight limitExtra charge for pets $5

Leesburg Super 8 Motel1392 N. Boulevard WestLeesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 787-6363http://super8.comDogs, cats & birds under 50 lbs.Extra charge for pets $10 each

Little Creek Ranch Bed & Breakfast22240 Little Creek LaneAstor, FL 32102Phone: (352) 759-2239Small dogs onlyNo extra charge, damages only

Maison en Ville644 N. Donnelly St.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 385-3919www.maisonenvillefl.comSmall dogs onlyNo extra charge

Microtel Inn & Suites850 S. U.S. Highway 441/27Lady Lake, FL 32159Phone: (352) 259-0184www.ladylakemicrotel.comSmall dogs & cats onlyExtra charge $25/stay

Palace Inn20349 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 429-2163Small dogs onlyExtra charge $25/stay

Palms Motel1412 S. 14th St.Leesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 728-8606Dogs & cats



Rock Springs Run State ReserveState Road 46Sorrento, FL 34776www.floridastateparks.org/rockspringsrunHorses only Primitive equestrian camping, stalls, corals and posts for tethers

Rocking Horse Stables44200 State Road 19Altoona, FL 32702Phone: (352) 669-9882www.rockinghorseht.comHorses onlyStalls, paddocks $25/night

TownePlace Suites by Marriott1141 Alonzo Ave.The Villages, FL 32159Phone: (352) 753-8686www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/leets-towneplace-suites-the-villages/Dogs up to 50 lbs. Extra charge $100/stay

Vacation Village Resort 10301 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 394-4091Some units accept pets up to 25 lbs.

Villa Elena Vacation Homes24650 Fox RoadAstor, FL 32102Phone: (904) 655-4108www.villaelenaastor.com

Villa Lagoon Inn1051 Lakeshore Blvd.Tavares, FL 32778Phone: (352) 343-3377www.villalagooninn.comDogs only Extra charge $250/week

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Pet Friendly Parks


Aesop’s Park501 E. Caroline St.Tavares, FL 32778Dog Park www.tavares.org

Lake Idamere Park12335 County Road 448Tavares, FL 32778Dog parkwww.lakecountyfl.gov/departments/ public_resources/parks

Lake Louisa State Park7305 U.S. Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 394-3969www.floridastateparks.org/lakelouisaHorse trails

Mount D.O.R.A. (dog off-leash recreational area) Dog Park1550 E. 11th Ave.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 735-7183www.mountdoradogpark.comDog park

Palatlakaha Environmental & Agricultural Reserve (PEAR) Park5336 University Ave.Leesburg, FL 34748www.lakecountyfl.gov/departments/ public_resources/parksDog park

Rock Springs Run State ReserveState Road 46Sorrento, FL 32776www.floridastateparks.org/rockspringsrunHorse trails Pets with leash allowed on trails

Sawgrass Island Preserve12050 Sawgrass Island RoadUmatilla, FL 32784Phone: (352) 343-3777www.lcwa.orgHorse trails

Seminole State Forest9610 County Road 44Leesburg, FL 34788Phone: (352) 360-6675www.fl-dof.comHorse trails

M iles and miles of beautiful horse trails await your equine friends. There is such a wonderful variety that it will make you want to explore each and every one to find

your favorite. Much fun is to be had romping in the dog parks and making new playmates, so be sure to enjoy them all.

Eateries


Cecile’s French Corner237 W. Fourth Ave., #1Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 383-7100Outdoor dining with your pet on a leash

Maggie’s Attic237 W. Fourth Ave.Mount Dora, FLPhone: (352) 383-5451www.maggiesattic.com

Mount Dora Sushi Company124 E. Third Ave.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 508-4387Outdoor dining with your pet on a leash

One Flight Up440 N. Donnelly St.Mount Dora, FLPhone: (407) 758-9818www.oneflightupmtdora.com

Piglet’s Pantry400 N. Donnelly St.Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 735-9779Yappy Hour on third Friday of month, 6 to 9 p.m.

Somewhere in Time, A Victorian Bakery115 W. Third St.Mount Dora, FLPhone: (352) 735-5050

The Frosty Mug and Viking Lounge100 E. Fourth St.Mount Dora, FL Phone: (352) 383-1696www.thefrostymug.com

Woof Gang Bakery4383 South Highway 27Clermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 404-8809www.woofgangbakery.com/locations/ clermont.asp

Who’s got the munchies? Let’s go taste test some treats! After that outing, dine at one of the establishments that will welcome your pet as a guest.

Boarding & Pet Sitting Services


All Care Animal Hospital504 S. U.S. Highway 27 Minneola, FL 34755Phone: (352) 394-7444 Dogs & cats

Blazing Jacks Kennels, Inc.26135 Bloomfield Ave. Yalaha, FL 34797Phone: (352) 324-9984www.blazingjacks.comDogs, cats & birds

Cross Rails Riding Academy19742 County Road 561Clermont, FL 34715Phone: (352) 243-7433www.crossrails.comHorses only

Down The Lane Pet Care34207 Marshall RoadEustis, FL 32736Phone: (352) 483-2335Dogs, cats & birds

DreamCatcher Horse Ranch 10639 Toad RoadClermont, FL 34715Phone: (352) 217-1616www.dreamcatcherhorses.comHorses only

Florida Carriage Museum & Resort3000 Marion County RoadWeirsdale, FL 32195Phone: (352) 750-5500www.fcmr.orgHorses only

Furry Paws Delight7344 State Road 50Groveland, FL 34736Phone: (352) 429-9202www.furrypawsdelight.comDogs, cats & exotic pets

K-9 Boarding & Dog Training Center15020 County Road 48Astatula, FL 34705Phone: (352) 742-3427www.bobgailey.comDogs only

LMS Boarding, LLC43600 State Road 19Altoona, FL 32702Phone: (352) 208-3361Horses only

Mandee’s Professional Pet SittingClermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 242-6603Dogs, cats, birds, fish and othersIn-home service provided

Palmetto Animal Health Center 18460 U.S. Highway 441Mount Dora, FL 32757Phone: (352) 735-2006www.pahccares.comDogs, cats & birds

Park Heights Animal Care3350 U.S. Highway 27Fruitland Park, FL 34731Phone: (352) 326-9116www.meowandbowwow.comDogs, cats & birds

Temporary accommodations are also available. One of the many pet sitting or boarding facilities is just right for your pet.

Boarding & Pet Sitting Services


Pawfection Connection Pet Salon179 N. Highway 27, Suite CClermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 432-3929www.pawfectionconnection.comDogs & cats

Paws-A-Tively Purrfect Pet SittingClermont, FL 34714Phone: (352) 242-5111In-home pet sittingHorses, dogs & cats

Preppy Pet Suites2022 Tally RoadLeesburg, FL 34748 Phone: (352) 702-3505www.preppypet.comDogs, cats, birds & other small animals

Rocking Horse Stables44200 State Road 19Altoona, FL 32702Phone: (352) 669-9882www.rockinghorseht.comHorses only

Summerset Farm22220 Wolf Branch RoadSorrento, FL 32776Phone: (352) 735-1778www.summersetfarms.comHorses only

Royal Palm Kennels10332 Clear Lake DriveClermont, FL 34711Phone: (352) 242-0449www.k9hotel.netDogs only

Shaman Stables36201 County Road 439Eustis, FL 32736Phone: (407) 832-1061www.shamanstables.comHorses only

Silver Wind Farm18105 W. Apshawa RoadClermont, FL 34715Phone: (407) 342-4610www.silverwindfarm.comHorses only

Village Pet Villas102 LaGrande Blvd.The Villages, FL Phone: (352) 751-0008www.villagepetvillas.comPets of all types

Village Veterinarian311 LaGrande Blvd. Lady Lake, FL 32159Phone: (352) 750-3000www.meowandbowwow.comDogs & cats

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Emergency Medical Care & Sheltering


Pet Friendly Emergency Medical Care

Pet Friendly Shelters

Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida33040 Professional DriveLeesburg, FL 34748Phone: (352) 728-4450www.veconline.comDogs & cats Hours of Operation: Friday 6 p.m. to Monday 7:30 a.m.

Veterinary Trauma Center244 Orange St.Groveland, FL 34736Phone: (352) 429-7707 or (352) 429-7706www.vtcsurgery.comDogs & cats

Note: All pets accepted by authorities at pet friendly shelters must be crated and have documentation of up-to-date rabies vaccinations. For more information on sheltering your pets at a pet friendly shelter, contact Lake County Emergency Management at (352) 343-9420. The availability of the shelters is subject to change, so call to verify which shelters are operational beforehand.

Leesburg Elementary2229 South St.Leesburg, FL

Lost Lake Elementary1901 John Lakes RoadClermont, FL

Umatilla Elementary401 Lake St.Umatilla, FL

Villages Elementary695 Rolling Acres RoadLady Lake, FL

We hope you don’t need these services, but if a visit to the ER is in order, emergency medical care is covered in pet friendly Lake County.

Mother Nature sometimes provides a little excitement with the weather, so we are always prepared to handle whatever blows our way. Keeping everyone safe

is a priority

Economic Development & Tourism315 W. Main St., Suite 520, Tavares, FL 32778

For more information about traveling with your pet, or planning your stay in Lake County, call 352-742-3918 or visit www.visitlakefl.com.

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