Lakeside Inn

Lakeside Inn is a historic hotel and wedding venue located in Mount Dora, Florida that provides a timeless wedding experience. For more than 135 years, this special and historic venue has helped couples and their families celebrate one of life’s most cherished days. Pass through the stone gateposts of Lakeside Inn and you’ll be instantly transported back in time. Large, moss-draped oak trees and acres of beautifully landscaped grounds sweep down to the white sand shoreline of Lake Dora.

Facilities and Capacity
Lakeside Inn has approximately 5,000 square feet of indoor function space to complement a number of picturesque outdoor spaces. Couples can host their indoor reception in their newly-renovated dining room featuring historic Florida architecture, sparkling chandeliers and a beautiful garden view through floor-to-ceiling picture windows.

Services Offered
Lakeside Inn offers venue rental for weddings and other social events. Whether you envision an intimate gathering of friends and family or a large celebration, they will help bring your dream wedding to life in a richly romantic setting. Event services offered include the following:

• Accommodations
• Chairs, tables, linens and tableware
• Setup and cleanup
• Parking

Cuisine
Along with top-notch service, the culinary staff at Lakeside Inn offers both plated and buffet menus for your guests to enjoy. Wedding menus can be customized based on your personal tastes and event needs.

Accommodation
Five brightly painted yellow and white buildings feature 87 guest rooms and suites, the Beauclaire Dining Room, Tremain’s Tavern, a 200-foot verandah lined with traditional white rocking chairs, a grand lobby and The Gatehouse Gift Gallery. The Inn also offers a large lakefront swimming pool and two docks.

Other Services
Lakeside Inn is an ideal location for hosting private parties of varying sizes. In addition to wedding ceremonies and receptions, this location can accommodate all of your wedding events, such as engagement parties, bridal showers and rehearsal dinners. This venue is also available for hosting corporate meetings, holiday parties, birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.

History
Built in 1883, Lakeside Inn is the oldest continuously operating hotel in the state of Florida. This inn is the last of the grand Victorian-era hotels still remaining in Central Florida.

Location
Lakeside Inn is located on Lake Dora in Mount Dora, Florida near Gilbert Park, Palm Island Park, Sunset Park, the Mt. Dora Museum of Speed and the Mr. Dora History Museum. This venue is also located approximately 40 minutes northwest of Orlando and Orlando-area attractions.