Tucked away in Ocala National Forest, this spacious home offers a serene escape on 10 acres. Relax with your morning coffee or favorite beverage under the tranquil moonrise from the large covered back porch overlooking the lake. With two kayaks and a canoe at your disposal (PFDs included), enjoy water activities with pets welcome in the fenced-in backyard.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres
Spacious and serene space located in the Ocala National Forest only 73 miles from Orlando, 36 miles from beaches and less than 10 mi from 8 major springs. Spacious home sits on 10 acres. Large covered back porch looks out to the lake...Enjoy your morning coffee and brilliant sunrises or sipping your favorite beverage under a romantic moonrise. A fenced-in backyard is available for your pets. Two kayaks and a canoe are available for your enjoyment (PFDs included).
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Kayak
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you move furniture around, please return it to the location you found it upon arrival.
Be sure all trash is moved to the outside bin at the bottom of the back deck stairs and close the lid tightly so the bears cannot get into it.
Leave all dirty towels in the master bathroom tub.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
About the neighborhood
Astor is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocala National Forest and Silver Glen Springs Recreation. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Skydive DeLand, or consider a night out at Wayne G. Sanborn Activity Center. Visit our Astor travel guide
What time is check-in at Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres located?
Situated in Astor, this vacation home is steps from Ocala National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blue Island and Lake George. Morrison Island and Juniper Springs Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres Reviews
Reviews
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We wish we could have stayed longer at this little piece of paradise. The lake is pristine and it's awesome to have The Ocala National Forest at your doorstep. The house was just as advertised, we had plenty of space with 6 people.
Place as advertised, matched the pictures. Spacious. Very clean. Location was great (secluded as we like). Pet friendly and the partially fenced in backyard was a great bonus.Host (Tom G.) was easily accessible when needed. He was proactive in prepping for rare (for Florida) below temps (even dropped off an extra new portable heater just in case).
We rented this quiet lakefront property as a launch pad for hiking sections of the Florida Trail through the Ocala Forest. It was an excellent place for this and the host was great at communicating! We highly recommend it!
My family and I had a wonderful time! It was exactly what we were looking for. The property was peaceful and I loved sitting out the porch watching a family of sandhill cranes. It was super close to Juniper springs which was a major plus for us! Overall it was agreat place to stay.
Great home and location. Small shower size and raised metal edge along the addition step would be the only things some people should be aware of. Great owners and super clean!
Garrett S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
A.
Jul 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time! Wonderful place to unwind and relax
Our stay at Wild Wood Lake Retreat was truly the relaxing getaway we needed. The lake and surrounding woods were absolutely beautiful, and it truly felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. The house was cute, clean, and well-stocked with pretty much anything you might need. The hosts were quite accommodating and provided clear instructions and expectations. We were very pleased with our stay and would 100% book again. Thank you, Tom and Mary!