You and your family will enjoy the beauty and serenity of a Lake Placid vacation rental. Lake Placid is a small rural town in south central Florida that welcomes guests with big Southern hospitality. Known as the Caladium Capital of the World, Lake Placid boasts more than 1,200 acres of caladiums. Amazingly, Lake Placid produces 97% of all caladium bulbs in the world. Enjoy a colorful and relaxing vacation in a Lake Placid resort or a Lake Placid rental.
Discover Florida’s Historical Past
While staying in a Lake Placid condo rental or a vacation house in Lake Placid, journey through the downtown streets on a self-guided walking tour of the Murals of Lake Placid. This outdoor museum consists of 44 colorful and creative murals that adorn the side of buildings depicting the history of the area. Just a short distance from your Lake Placid house rental or your condo in Lake Placid, the original murals are displayed in the Lake Placid Chamber of Commerce.
One of the most popular stops for visitors staying in a Lake Placid resort or a Lake Placid condo is the historical Lake Placid Tower. Although it has changed names several times throughout the years, visitors have always found this 27-story observation tower to have some of the most awesome panoramic views of the area. Allow these views to inspire you when you stay in a Lake Placid vacation rental or Lake Placid condo.
With a Lake Placid house rental or a condo in Lake Placid, children and adults alike will enjoy browsing the Depot Museum hosted by the Lake Placid Historical Society. Originally built in the 1920s, the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot is now home to a grand museum. You and your family will enjoy exploring the 1929 steam engine, 1920s caboose, and 1920s jail located here at the museum, just a short drive from your Lake Placid rental.
A Lake Placid condo rental or a vacation house in Lake Placid is a wonderful retreat for wine lovers. Come and explore the Henscratch Farms Vineyard and Winery. Here you can participate in grape picking and grape stomping. Delight in a little wine tasting and food sampling. What a great way to enjoy a day during your Lake Placid vacation.
Discover Rural Nature
Lake Placid resorts and Lake Placid condos are surrounded by 29 freshwater lakes. You and your family will have fun together fishing, boating, and kayaking in the refreshing, sparkling lakes. While staying in a Lake Placid condo rental or a vacation house in Lake Placid, visit the Florida Alligator Empire. You and your adventure loving family will have a blast as you explore Lake Istokpoga by airboat in search of Florida alligators. You are sure to discover other native Florida wildlife during your airboat adventure. Also near your Lake Placid house rental or condo in Lake Placid is Highlands Hammock State Park. Many visitors enjoy biking the scenic 3-mile loop or hiking nine magnificent nature trails. Discover Florida’s native plants and wildlife as you journey down the elevated boardwalk through the cypress swamp. For those of you who are more inquisitive, join a ranger-guided tour of the state park.
Discover the Community of Lake Placid
A Lake Placid vacation is the perfect way to get to know the locals as you participate in various community activities. Among many events is the annual Country Fair. This two day event will entertain you with live music, tasty food, and more than 200 arts and crafts vendors. Perhaps the largest local event is the Caladium Festival. Get a Lake Placid vacation rental and participate in the annual summertime festivities with sumptuous food, craft vendors, and plant vendors.