The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages! - Sumter County

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Wildwood, FL

The Villages Market Square9 min drive
Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club14 min drive
Spanish Springs Town Square16 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)26 min drive

Great property and great host.

daniel l.

Feb 6, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages!

Rent this fully furnished, "Off the Beaten Path" country cottage for 3 nights or rent it for an entire season in sunny Florida. An abundance of song birds inhabit this beautiful country property on 1.5 acres. Peaceful setting with enormous shade trees. A farm occupies the property to the rear and dense vegetation surrounds. You may forget you're just minutes away from free nightly entertainment in Paddock Square at The Village Square of Brownwood. It's also a great place to ride bikes with clearly marked bike lanes on CR462 which connects you to the town of Wildwood and to The Villages (The Villages has over a 100 miles of bike/golf cart trails).
Plenty of parking for those coming through with a RV , boats, or trailer in tow.
Guest have access to all rooms of the house and are encourage to explore the 1.59 acre yard.
The only areas not available is the 16X28 well house, sheds, enclosed trailers, boats, and RV which are locked.
Our home is equipped with a "Ring" Door bell that will allow you to contact us at any time. Just ring the doorbell and we will be able to greet you and answer any questions you may have. There is a keypad on the front door for easy check in. A welcome binder will inform you of local attractions and bargains to be had.

TRAVEL INFO
Shopping and dining 1.9 miles
Paddock Square 3.2 miles
Lake Miona 3.2 miles
Sumter Landing 5.2 miles
Gator World 7.4 miles
Disney and Universal Studios are both just an hour away.

Property manager

Tina Grooms

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please follow the Cleaning Protocol Checklist found in the binder at the property. Basically, clean/wash what you use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wildwood

Located in Wildwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Miona Lake Golf Club and Cane Garden Country Club 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 Half Moon Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wildwood, FL

What's nearby

Miona Lake Golf Club - 3 min drive
The Villages Market Square - 9 min drive
Cane Garden Country Club - 10 min drive
Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club - 14 min drive
Spanish Springs Town Square - 16 min drive

Getting around

Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 7 min drive
Oakwood Smokehouse - 4 min drive
Darrels Diner 9 - 3 min drive
Olive Garden - 8 min drive
Golden Corral - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Country Porch in Wildwood Florida - A stones throw away from The Villages! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Miona Lake Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Okahumpka Park and Cane Garden Country Club. The Villages Market Square and Lake Deaton are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Sue P.

8 April 2024

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

A Most Relaxing Stay

We stayed at The Country Porch for 2 weeks in late March. It was a great vacation. The house was super clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed. It was roomy but still felt cozy. We were very comfortable The grounds are nicely kept, and the various plantings are very pleasing. There are so many areas to relax while sipping a cup of coffee or a glass of wine - the screened porch in the back, the backyard to enjoy the sun, the rocking chairs on the front porch, and the very private side yard with 2 lawn chairs and a table in between. The location is super. Definitely in the country surrounded by homes with large lots. It was not unusual to see farm animals during some of our walks. Though in the peaceful countryside, it is only minutes to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Eddie & Tina were great hosts. They provided informational materials on the area and recommended things to see and do. They responded immediately at the time of booking and when we had a couple of requests during our stay. We highly recommend The Country Porch for a vacation stay. If we travel to that area again, we will definitely stay again if it is available. J & S Puhek

Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay G.

16 March 2024

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

getaway

great home!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel l.

6 February 2024

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

work trip

Great property and great host.

Stayed 333 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

26 February 2023

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

Another fun stay

This was our second stay at this property. It was another great visit. Property is close to The Villages and surrounding activities. It is clean, comfortable beds, stocked kitchen. Thanks again.

Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil C.

5 February 2023

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

great place

excellent place to stay with plenty of room and everything you need.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tina Grooms

Eddie and Tina Grooms are lovingly called, "The Travelin' Okies" by our friends and family. We love to travel all around the world, exploring new places, and sharing our experiences with new friends we meet along the way. Eddie is retired from the Air Force of 20 years and always has a "project" going. When I say project - it ranges from remodeling houses to landscaping to planning the next theme party. Tina is a retired school teacher of 20 years and enjoys reading when Eddie doesn't have her involved in one of his projects. They have two amazing daughters and three adorable grandchildren. Currently, they split their time between Marlow, Oklahoma and Florida.

Why they chose this property

While visiting some our new friends from The Villages, we fell in love with the area and the whole concept of The Villages (a golf cart community filled with active seniors). This property is located just outside The Villages and only 3 miles away from the nearest Village Square of Brownwood where they have free nightly entertainment. The property is located on a county road on an acre and a half surrounded by tall oak trees and elephant ear plants that look like they are straight out of Jurassic Park. There are cows to watch adjacent to the property. Birds and squirrels are there every day to entertain the guests. We fell in love with the area as well as the property and want to share this experience with you.

What makes this property unique

You are close to shopping and restaurants but feel like you are in the middle of the country. The place to be is on the front porch on the wooden rocking chairs with a cup of coffee in the morning or during one of Florida's thunderstorms. It is so relaxing and entertaining at the same time.