Welcome to 4268 Lake Eleanor Dr, a charming Mount Dora pool home offering nearly 1,700 sf, a split-bedroom floor plan, wonderful indoor-outdoor living & meaningful updates. Set on a spacious corner homesite with no HOA & Lake Dora just down the street, this 2-bed, 2-bath home delivers the character, privacy & relaxed Florida lifestyle that make Mount Dora so special. Step inside to vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, abundant natural light, laminate & tile flooring & a wood-burning brick fireplace. With no carpet & multiple living spaces, the floor plan offers flexibility for everyday living, entertaining or working from home. The kitchen features stainless steel Whirlpool appliances, ample cabinetry & workspace. The split floor plan creates privacy between 2 generously sized bedrooms. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet & en-suite bath with granite countertops & direct pool access—perfect for stepping outside for a morning swim. One of the home’s most memorable features is the expansive knotty-pine back porch. Rich wood ceilings & brick accents create warm rustic character with plenty of room for outdoor dining, entertaining or relaxing while overlooking the pool. Just beyond is the private screen-enclosed, solar-heated pool with a charming stone waterfall & surrounding deck. The pool was resurfaced in ’19 with a new pump installed in ’26 with solar heating (owned). The fenced backyard acts as a low-maintenance dog run while a shed provides storage for lawn equipment, tools, bikes & recreational gear. The 2-car side-entry garage offers W/D hookup & utility sink. Substantial improvements include triple-pane, double-hung windows throughout, ’22 HVAC, whole-house replumbing approx. 10 years ago & a new drain field in ’20 with septic pumped. And then there’s the location. Living here places you near the heart of the Harris Chain of Lakes. Lake Dora is just down the street with beautiful water views & sunsets close to home, while the Harris Chain offers miles of waterways for boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding & exploring waterfront communities by boat. Just minutes away, historic downtown Mount Dora is known for tree-lined streets, boutiques, antique shops, locally owned restaurants & cafés, waterfront parks, galleries & year-round festivals. Spend Saturday morning wandering downtown, meet friends for dinner, enjoy a sunset by the lake or experience the events that have made Mount Dora one of Central Florida’s most beloved small towns. Nearby downtown Tavares, known as America’s Seaplane City, is another hub of the Harris Chain lifestyle. Enjoy waterfront dining, marinas, parks & entertainment along Lake Dora, watch seaplanes come & go or arrive by boat to explore the waterfront. It’s a lifestyle where weekends can mean boating the Chain, waterfront dining, catching a festival downtown or simply watching the sunset over Lake Dora. Together, Mount Dora & Tavares offer a lifestyle centered around the lakes with charming downtowns, boating, dining, festivals & recreation all within easy reach. With no HOA, a corner homesite, screened solar-heated pool, substantial updates, distinctive architectural character & Lake Dora nearby, 4268 Lake Eleanor Dr offers more than a place to live—it’s an opportunity to enjoy the Mount Dora & Harris Chain of Lakes lifestyle every day. Come discover the warmth, character, space & outdoor living this special Mount Dora home has to offer. Schedule your private showing today!
