Holiday RV Village

Lake County, Florida is pretty much just that: an expanse of green land carved up into all manner of shapes by a spectacular chain of ponds, pools and basins. Holiday RV Village, a 200-acre park near Leesburg catering to guests over 55, is right in the middle of all these watery locales – and even has a couple of its own…

With sizeable indoor and outdoor pools, you'll have plenty of chances to get a few dips in too (alternatively you can nab a spot in the jacuzzi for a soothing soak instead). There's also a miniature golf course, a dog-walking area and a pickleball court (for those of you not in the know, basically a blend of tennis and badminton).

There's also a lot to be said for just lying back, switching off and tuning in to the hum of the Florida wildlife that permeates the park: Holiday RV Village has plenty of trees around where birds can be heard rustling as well as access to peaceful riverside walks (you can also moor your boat here if you've arrived by water). For more aquatic antics outdoors, drive up to Leesburg to hire a boat and set out for tours of handsome Lake Harris.

The views on the lake are simply swell, but the shops, restaurants and bustling bars on Leesburg's main street should convince you to return to port in time for a dinner, drinks or a night out on the town.