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Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more!

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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 677 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more!

Totally charming and well-maintained, this cozy cottage is in a wonderful lakefront setting with 300 feet of shoreline outside your door. With a substantial dock, clean beach, and a concrete boat ramp, you can enjoy this spring-fed natural lake.

The cottage's interior boasts hand-finished tongue and groove pine paneling, and every room has a view of Miles Kale Lake!! A breezy screened porch overlooks this special place as well. This sand-bottom lake is clean and wonderful for fishing, swimming, and boating. Our whole family learned to ski here.

Exactly half-way between Ocala and Gainesville, you can be in either city or Palatka in 30 minutes for dining, shopping, entertainment, cultural events, or health care. Or, drive 55 minutes to Daytona Beach, or less than 2 hours to Disney attractions. This serene setting is for those who like to be close to nature with the advantages of cities nearby.

Great summertime place for the family - you commute to Gainesville or Ocala or P


Fantastic winter haven from the frigid north!! Wonderful Central Florida retreat for retired couples or family who are sick of go-go attractions.

Centrally located: this wonderful lake home is centrally located between Ocala, Gainesville, and Palatka, Florida. it is one mile from the intersection of Marion County Roads 318 and 315.

OTHER OPTIONS: I have two other homeawayc.om lakefront properties: Listing/property ID 127321 on the acre next door and Listing/property ID 910353 on the next lake over. Both of these listings are larger homes with many fine amenities as well. All 3 are close in case you wish to have a large group or family reunion.

Property manager

Edward Wynne

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Yes, on screened porch and outdoor seating

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 833 sq ft (77 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Yes, but guests should manage their pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great adventure place for kids

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Special events would need to be cleared by owner
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Orange Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Orange Springs Park - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 35 min drive - 32.5 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 51 min drive - 57.8 km
  • University of Florida - 53 min drive - 55.8 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 54 min drive - 52.9 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig Pen Saloon - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Orange Springs Restaurant & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Rodman Reservoir and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from The Orange Shop. Royal Manor Winery and Flamingo Lake are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Lakefront Cottage Near Forest & Cities with canoes, grill, and more! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kristen l., Gainesville,fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
Very clean and comfy. Fishing was good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Overall we had a nice stay. Cabin could benefit from a deep clean, wasn’t dirty by any means but was stuffy and felt like no one had stayed there for a while even though there were still remnants from some Fourth of July festivities there from the week prior. WiFi was an issue but was clearly stated ahead of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viki, Chesapeake

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was very comfortable and quaint and very clean. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful beautiful place to stays and relax.
Wonderful experience. Excellent place to stay while in the area. Even took a quick canoe trip on the crystal clear lake that was provided by the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rachael G.

Nice little lakeside property with canoe
My family and I had a nice weekend staying at the lakeside property. We made use of the property’s canoe, fire pit and grill while there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
Everyone had a good time & we never even left the property! We made great family memories, can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssea L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
We rented both homes as a small wedding venue. The online photos do not do this property justice. Absolutely beautiful, the 2 cabins were great for a bride’s cabin and a groom’s cabin. Both cabins were very clean and well stocked. Will be delighted to rent again for a family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damir T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Lake Getaway
This was my fourth stay at Ed's property. The setting and surroundings are beautiful and the property is always clean and well-maintained. Ed is a great, communicative host. I'll be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C., Clarksville

Liked: Cleanliness
Your own personal nature preserve
I almost don’t want to review this property because I love it so much. It’s so peaceful and QUIET out there. The water is clear, my husband loves it, the grands love it, & my dog loves it. The house is clean, the yard is kept. The only negative is the beds are hard and the living room furniture is not the same as pictured and isn’t very comfortable, but we’re outside the majority of the time anyway. We’ve already booked another week.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area, quiet and great spot to relax with our dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jan 23
Nice quite place to stay and enjoy nature, we observed turtles, bald eagles, red backed hawks and something I never saw before sandhill cranes.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Annalu R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
We have stayed here before and were very satisfied the first time hence we decided to come back. Unfortunately in one year things have changed: there was no toilet paper, no dish detergent or sponge, unclean areas on the edge of walls and under furnitures, but the most inconvenient was the lack of wifi. Although the listing says that wifi is available that is false. The wifi belongs to the house next to it (which is in the same property) and the connection was very poor to none. Considering that this area is known for poor cell phone coverage, we heavily depended on wifi for communication. Had we known about it, we would not have come. It was a huge inconvenience for us specially because we were restrained from using any of our devices (including computer work matters) unless we physically walked outside the cabin to be closer to the other house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire S., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway on Small Lake
This is our second time at this cottage. It is comfortable and picturesque. We enjoy it as a base for hiking and kayaking in the forest. Be aware that there is another rental property on the same plot and if it is occupied, it is rather close quarters.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Getaway
As advertised - a nice relaxing break in a well-maintained, cozy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Di S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secret gem of a location
The pictures of the lake do not capture the magical and serene feeling of being at this cabin. So very romantic and quiet, surrounded by natural beauty. Had a little issue with the new internet box being installed right before we arrived but the host was easy to get in touch with. We will definitely be booking this again in the near future!!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful and relaxing property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and lake!
Loved it, my kids are asking when we are going back. Owner and property manager are very responsive! Great experience all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The two homes were very nice and the lake was enjoyable. The grandkids enjoyed swimming, boating & fishing while the adults could sit back and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Fun
Perfect property for a couple families to enjoy the lake, we had a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sierra O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet! Beautiful cabin!
It's a great place! The cabin has everything, so many windows, so much peace and quiet. We didn't want to leave! Hopefully we can make it a yearly trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A disconnect away!
Charming Brown Cabin beautiful view of the lake, serenity at its best. Time to unwind from all of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. My finance caught his biggest fish yet at this lake. Build a fire at the pit and roast some marshmallows, grill and relax. Such a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrei Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vito L.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet
sumple
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

dennis w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our yearly family manly man camp out
An absolute pleasure. Facilities were spotless, well appointed and comfortable. Check in was a breeze and the owners willingness to communicate and attention to details was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!!!
Our stay was amazing! I would suggest getting groceries on the way in, there is a small grocery a few miles away but not much selection and they’re very expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Short stay...but great little place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022