Our weekend was supposed to be a celebration for my husband being cancer free after having Prostate Surgery 8 weeks previous. Our initial reaction when we drove up (after passing the place 3x because the signage is so poor) should have been a red flag. The property is not kept up at all. Leaves and debris are everywhere. We arrived... more

Walk away, no make that run away, from the Heron Cay Bed & Breakfast! We were overcharged, lied to and treated like second class citizens. I have been a travel writer for the past ten years and have had the pleasure of staying at dozens of bed & breakfasts. None have evoked the outrage I have for this one. My... more

About a year ago the Darst Victorian Manor was purchased by a couple from Jupiter (not The Planet- Jupiter,FL), Randy and Margie, who owned a waterfront B & B (on the Intracoastal) there. My wife and I stayed at the Darst many times and always enjoyed the ambience and supreme decor. We found the best room in the house was... more

Went to Mt Dora for a 2 day bithday get away and stayed at the Heron Cay B&B-what a nice place-clean, great breakfast, friendly owners, close to town and a few of Lake Dora. A 3 story blue Victorian home how impressive when you drive in and equally impressive on the inside. Would recommend to anyone!!! more

Now that we are both retired and have more time to travel, we wanted to "test" a vacation with our 4 legged, 70 lb, little Boy "Dusty".. We had heard that Mt. Dora was a very pet friendly town, and that Heron Cay had a pet freindly room.. After talking with Margie, one of the delightful owners, we booked 5... more

We were originally booked at the Lakeside Inn, but thanks to the reviews we read on trip advisor- we cancelled! Thanks Everyone! The Heron Cay on Old 441 was an absolute delight. Marge and Randy, the inkeepers were great. The inn was renovated about two years ago so everything is new and modern, but still cozy and warm. I can't... more

As you approach the house you know your in for a fantastic stay. Our room the Queen Victoria was everything you could wish for and more. The turreted sitting area, remote control fireplace and king size mahogany tester bed , fresh flowers and luxury bathrobes all add to the ambiance of the Darst Victorian. Enjoying afternoon tea with our fellow... more