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Nestled on the Ocklawaha River and Harris Chain of lakes, this home offers a serene retreat. Entertain guests or unwind with family in this peaceful setting, complete with kayaks, canoes, fishing poles and a dock for easy fishing. Located near The Villages for shopping and activities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10290 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock

Come enjoy piece and quiet in this home on the Ocklawaha River and the Harris Chain of lakes. World class fishing.The house is set up to either entertain guests or for a nice quiet family getaway. This home is popular for family reunions. Fishing is made easy off the dock. Feel free to bring a boat to enjoy miles of waterways with beautiful scenery. This property comes with kayaks, canoes and fishing poles. It is located 12 minutes outside The Villages, which is a popular town full of shopping and other activities. This home is one hour away from the Atlantic coast to the well known Daytona beach. Situated in the Ocala National Forest, this property has stunning views of nature.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,120 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Note from host: With approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
With approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: With approval
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

New Secluded Waterfront Retreat House Ocklawaha
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Secluded Waterfront Retreat
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ocklawaha, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Lakes Of Lady Lake Golf Club and Fiesta Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carney Island Recreation and Conservation Area and Ray Wayside Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling, and hunting nearby. Visit our Ocklawaha travel guide
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FL, Ocklawaha

What's nearby

  • Holidaymakers on the beach and a seaplane on Lake Weir Florida USA
    Lake Weir
    11 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Sunrise Lake
    9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Carney Island Recreation and Conservation Area
    15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Orange Blossom Opry
    15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Smith Lake
    17 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station
    35 min drive
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Del Encanto Food Truck
    11 min drive
  • Big Bob's Restaurant and Pizza
    12 min drive
  • Gator Joe's Beach Bar & Grill
    11 min drive
  • Ma Barkers Hideaway Bar
    11 min drive
  • Dam Diner
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Ocala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sunrise Lake and Lake Weir. Carney Island Recreation and Conservation Area and Little Lake Weir are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Secluded Waterfront Retreat With Private Dock Reviews

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. 122 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Relaxing Weekend

Home is large and roomy. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms are a plus. Fun fishing from the dock. Nice secluded location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nineta C.

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

Beautiful Quiet Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. Place is spacious and clean. We hang out in the back and did some fishing. Very nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

john C.

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

Paradise

Beautiful home nice dock for fishing boating all around perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

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

Family Thanksgiving 2024

We had such an amazing time at this beautiful home on the river. Lots of fishing, sunsets, we even had an engagement proposal. This property is close to the villages and tons of fun places to visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

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

Peaceful, secluded and spacious

My entire family had a wonderful stay. The oven was our only issue- it worked but was challenging; the host said the part has been ordered to repair that problem. The host was very responsive to all my questions/needs. Entire property extremely clean. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Christmas 2023

This was a great house and location to relax. The outdoor furniture that was in pictures was not available, this was a disappointment. Other than than we have no complaints!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

M R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean

Overall the house is nice It has a lot of potential for a great experience but not clean. Kitchen cabinets are disgusting. Refrigerator was also not well cleaned. We one day early, I’m a very picky person when it comes to vacation homes,, I will definitely not come back to this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler G.

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

Get away from the busy city!

6 friends and I rented the house for a boys weekend on Labor Day weekend. The check process was seamless. The house is sick! PLENTY of space and 7 actual mattresses, but trust me…. You wanna sleep on the couch it’s soft as clouds. We spent a good amount of time in the outhouse grilling, watching college football and playing games. There is a boat ramp 4 minutes north of the property if you’re looking to drop a boat in. Ocala shooting ranger is 25 minutes away and free. The self serve skeet station was a blast. Silver springs was only 30 minutes away. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. Would definitely revisit! The only thing that would make this better is a hot tub and dedicated fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

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

Getaway

Beautiful clean and spacious home. Whole bottom floor is wheelchair accessible. Communication with owner was great. Definately a place to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Great stay

Absolute great place. Only disappointment was according to the pictures there was a blackstone griddle which we planned our meals as having one. A small negative for an incredible place and location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quiet retreat

We loved this property and the peaceful river. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard s.

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

Great get away location.

We spent time here with family for a 60th birthday. We had 10 adults and this property exceeded our expectations. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Love the location. Peaceful beautiful home.

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Perfect!

We had an amazing time relaxing by the water with our closest family and friends. Best weekend ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Great family getaway

Celebrated our mom, grandma, great grandmas 90 th birthday. It was our 2nd visit. Wonderful and relaxing. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

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

Gorgeous and Comfortable

My daughter’s wedding was being held at Doe Lake, this amazing cabin is where they stayed and the bridal party got dressed! The cabin’s location was perfect, as well as it’s amenities! Communication with the property manager was very smooth! Now we want to stay there again just to relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Hurricane Milton evacuation

We left Tampa to get away from the storm. This was the best option for us. We had a very nice time even under the circumstances.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

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

Family and friends birthday party for our dog.

This was the first time renting a property and it was a great experience. Our guests just loved it. It was fun and relaxing at the same time. We enjoyed being out in the country. Beautiful home and area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F., Palm Beach Gardens, Fl

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

Peaceful!

Our family spent 4 days at this property and we all enjoyed our stay! The house was beautiful and warming. The dock and outside screened in cooking and lounging area was fabulous! The hosts thought of everything to make our stay picture perfect! We will be returning without a doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jess D.

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

True hidden gem

Who would have thought we were still in Florida?! We had an amazing stay in this beautiful gem of a house. Perfectly secluded and allowed us to end the year on a high note without the busyness of city life. The property owner was great! He responded fast to any questions and provided a great bit on information for things to do nearby. Hanging on the doc and relaxing was an added bonus! Definitely hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

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

Destination Wedding

We could not have been happier with our stay. The cabin is so charming and comfortable with all the conveniences. This was a family get together to prepare for our daughters wedding. We had all the day of wedding things scheduled at the home. Hair and makeup, photography and videography. Being right on the water was just what we needed to relax and enjoy the nature that surrounds this home. We are definitely hoping to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Brad S.

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

Nice place

We had two families on this trip. The house was nice, the gas stove was difficult to operate. The WIFI was VERY slow, But I heard they are getting a new service in the future. The dock was nice with a nice outdoor area, but we found it not good for launching a canoe or kayak.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Celebration Wedding weekend!

Our sons wedding got relocated with just weeks before the wedding from Virginia to Free Florida due to all the covid restrictions in place still up north. I found this little gem close to the new venue (protea events and wedding venue) and got to work on the rehearsal dinner and after wedding brunch! What to say?! First the owner could not have been more helpful and accommodating - he met us at the house several weeks in advance so we could look at the property and prepare to host 35 guest for a rehearsal dinner! The “as advertised” pictures do not do this house or property nearly the the justice it deserves - the house is wide open large spacious and BEAUTIFUL - well stocked with towels to dishes- the kitchen has everything you need. Outside the little dock house was the big hit! With a grill and griddle and large tv it was the evening hang out spot ! Down at the dock the owner had graciously placed canoe and fishing poles and chairs- we had breakfast here every morning .. peaceful and lovely. Our event went with out a hitch! We so enjoyed our time and will look at calendar to plan another get away! Amazing memorial event and weekend! Can you give a 6 star review? Thanks asa for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelica J.

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

Mis vacaciones

Me gusta el lugar una casa muy acogedora. Ya la eh rentado por dos veces.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat M., Stuart, FL. USA

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

Christmas Together

This home provided everything thing we could have wished for. The fireplace was generously used during our stay and added an extra warmth to our Holiday. Loved the Christmas tree and other holiday touches. Made it feel like home. The large island kitchen provided room for everyone to lend a hand prepping, cooking and serving all our meals. The dining room worked double duty as a great place for all our card and board games. Plenty of fresh towels, lines and blankets. The screened deck house was perfect for our grilling and hanging out on the water. All three generations of us agreed this will be remembered as a very special Christmas. Grandma Pat
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022