Named by Money Magazine as one of the best places to live, Deer Island, Florida is a gated, private island, golf community sited near Mount Dora. Deer Island is surrounded by the Harris Chain of Lakes which is connected to the St Johns River which enters the Atlantic Ocean near Jacksonville. This lot is on the Lake Dora side of the island & has beautiful views of the lake & Mount Dora. Deer Island Golf and Country Club has amazing water and golf views from every one of the magnificent homes located on this island. Deer Island residents enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, scenic bike rides, and tennis and is located within minutes of historic Mount Dora with fine dining and shopping at the beautiful antique and specialty shops. Often called Mount Dora's private island, Deer Island Golf and Country Club is an exclusive community with tropical breezes and amazing lake views with an 18-hole championship golf course designed by highly acclaimed golf course architect Joe Lee.