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

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Dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 677 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Orange Springs, FL
  • Place, Rodman Reservoir
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Orange Springs Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Putnam Lakes Preserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Orange Springs Park. Features include laundry facilities. The cottage offers a kitchen and a balcony/patio.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony or patio
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 10 minutes by car from Orange Springs Park and 14 minutes from Orange Creek Restoration Area
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Fort McCoy cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 833 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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

Events

No events allowed

Special events would need to be cleared by owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Yes, on screened porch and outdoor seating

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., Edgewater FL

Liked: Cleanliness
The camp was exactly as described. Enjoyed sitting outside watching the wildlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great peaceful cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great place to stay and our dog absolutely loved being able to go outside and sniff around at everything. Throughout the day the sandhill cranes would come and visit which was very nice too. We'll definitely come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing

The cabin was perfect and exactly what we needed. The lake was everything we hoped for. We kayaked, fished, swam and reconnected. The water is clear. The WiFi works well within the cabin and porch area. Make sure to map your way out before leaving. There is a store about three miles away just in case you forgot anything . The host was kind and helpful. Can’t say enough good things about Ed and Wanda. I definitely recommend this place for a quiet getaway as a couple or a family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake House

A rustic cabin on a lake; just what the doctor ordered! My daughter and I had a great time. It was fabulous to disconnect and enjoy a simple life for a moment. My favorite part of the cabin is the dock. I watched a beautiful morning unfold. It brings the kind of peace you wish everyone could experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for a getaway

I and five other friends piled into this adorable cabin for a weekend and had the time of our lives! The kitchen was perfectly efficient and stocked with the tools and cookware we need. We had a great time sitting by the fire pit and star gazing on the dock. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely relaxing lake cabin

We had a great short weekend getaway. We enjoyed the provided canoe and spent several enjoyable hours fishing from the dock. Overall just as advertised and delightfully quiet and relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Earl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and rooms clean. Internet was very poor. Was wanting to watch super bowl and could not get TV to work. Also phones would not work due to off and on reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

My fiance and I took our pups for a short getaway here. It was perfect! The cabin was clean and well kept. It was a quiet weekend on the lake, we spent most of the day fishing on the dock. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

Travelled 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

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
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