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

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Miles Kale Lake Cottage offers a serene lakefront retreat with 300 feet of shoreline, a substantial dock, and clean beach. Hand-finished pine paneling adorns the interior while every room boasts views of this natural spring-fed lake. A breezy screened porch overlooks the water where you can fish, swim or boat in peace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 677 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • 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
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • Snorkeling 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

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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

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

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

Located in Fort McCoy, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Putnam Lakes Preserve and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park, while Micanopy Historical Society Museum and Ocala Civic Theater are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Fort McCoy travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A person kayaking on a calm river surrounded by dense, green foliage and tall trees.
    Silver Springs State Park
    32 min drive - 37.2 km
  • A clear blue water body surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.
    Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    54 min drive - 82.0 km
  • A row of brick buildings with red roofs and a church steeple in the background.
    University of Florida
    56 min drive - 67.1 km
  • Island Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    50 min drive - 66.9 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Orange Springs Restaurant And Grill
    9 min drive
  • Pig Pen Saloon
    37 min drive
  • Hog Valley Civic Center
    42 min drive
  • Hog Valley saloon
    37 min drive
  • Ivie's Country Cafe
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 within 12 mi (20 km) of Putnam Lakes Preserve and The Orange Shop. Clear Lake and Lake Lucy are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viki

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristen l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing retreat

Very clean and comfy. Fishing was good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hope E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damir T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great peaceful cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property was much more than we anticipated. Very clean and well maintained. The host was great with communication and sent us information on not only the property but things to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 day stay

Had a Great 3 day stay. Very Peaceful and Relaxing. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachael G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sierra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel O.

We had a great time. Property was wonderful.

We had wonderful weather which was a plus. The property was great, we ran the boat all day, lake was nice to swim and play. Cabin was nice, beds were comfortable. kitchen was well equipped. Would definitely consider going again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time!

Thank you so much for opening the doors to your beautiful cottage Mr. Wynne. My family really enjoyed our mini vacation by the lake. The cottage was cozy and just what we needed to relax. We will definitely want to stay there again! -Erika
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Maci H.

Peace and quiet...

We loved the little brown cabin on the lake. We were looking for a getaway, and we found it. It was clean, peaceful, quiet and all we needed to relax. We loved canoeing on the lake and just sitting on the dock. We will definitely be back!