Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.

Photo gallery for Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.

A nighttime view of a garden with trees and a pathway.
A wooden boardwalk leading through a forested area with a covered structure at the end.
A kitchen with a wooden island, two wicker bar stools, a refrigerator, and a door with a circular window.
A small, single-story cabin surrounded by trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a window with a view, and a wooden countertop.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ocala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Fort McCoy, FL
  • Place, Ocala National Forest
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Springs State Park
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Interlachen

Located in Interlachen, this cottage is in a rural area. Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocala National Forest and Rodman Reservoir. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Map
Fort McCoy, FL

What's nearby

  • Ocala National Forest - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 39 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Juniper Springs Recreation Area - 53 min drive - 71.7 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 53 min drive - 70.3 km
  • Silver Springs River - 59 min drive - 78.5 km

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 33 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hog Valley Civic Center - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hog Wild Country Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Backwoods Smokehouse - ‬27 min drive
  • Starbucks Kissimmee
  • ‪Hog Valley saloon - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest. on 6 Apr 2027 start from NZ$943, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Ocala National Forest and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Rodman Reservoir. Lake Kerr is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our peaceful stay! We saw plenty of wildlife and the house was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 21 Oct 2026
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and got to see the wildlife. Thank you for sharing your photos.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as listed and it was such a peaceful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
Thank you for taking time to submit a review. We are glad you found it a peaceful stay. We hope to see you again in the new year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this stay! Saw lots of wildlife! It was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thank you for taking time to share your experience. We hope to host you again!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t even sleep in the bed sheets I cleaned the house spotless yet while I’m on vacation I am NOT taking out trash or doing dishes, I wasn’t going to say anything until a cleaning fee was charged to my account becuase apparently basic maintenance is my problem but the mold smell coming out of these A/C wall units should make you absolutely ashamed of yourselves. If you want to be sickened by the smell of mold while you sleep then this is the perfect place for you, don’t mind the spiders and roaches crawling around it’s a hunting cabin and work in progress they say..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2026
We encourage our guests to clean as they go and to double bag trash prior to putting it in the bear-proof trash can in order to keep our house and property clean. This includes asking guests to clean dishes and cookware prior to leaving (preferably daily) to prevent pests. Our attention to cleanliness includes our window air conditioners which are regularly cleaned or exchanged out. Unfortunately, due to our location in the forest and other circumstances beyond our control, occasionally spider and/ or other critters may make their way in. We do have regular spraying in attempt to control pests while keeping our place safe for children and pets. Please review other guests reviews and/ or reach out if you would like to ask any specific questions prior to booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome getaway!!

Great location for getting away from it all, very relaxing and comfortable, will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great stay

We had a great relaxing time. The cabin was in good clean condition we had no problems.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jun 2022
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again! T&J
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wechad a great time

A nice place with a lot of wildlife around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun 2022
Thank you for the review. We hope to see you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Restful and relaxing

Pleasant, quiet, peaceful stay in a lovely cottage. An added bonus was an evening visit from a friendly bear.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway in nature!

Had an amazing time staying at this peaceful property in the Ocala National Forest, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We enjoyed seeing a wide variety of local wildlife, property is near Salt Springs which is an amazing place to visit. Looking forward to staying again sometime in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nature Lovers

If you like quiet and secluded, this is the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Thank you for your rating and comments. We are glad you enjoyed a peaceful stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Mother's Day Weekend

Was our second time visiting and we had an absolute amazing time ridding trails and just relaxing. We seen so much wildlife, 2 fox squirrels, a snake, some turkeys, and even a bear. The best ever mini vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
We are glad you enjoyed a second stay and hope to become your “go to” spot to relax and unwind! Thank you for the 5-star review!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to get away and enjoy naturee

We came to ride the trails and loved seeing all the wildlife. The cottage is very comfortable and the property managers were great to work with. We will be back many times in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cabin!

Nice quiet area, and Cabin was fantastic. Cabin was very clean and not far from areas for hiking etc. Owners were very responsive and always responded very quickly. Thank you! We will definitely consider returning the next time we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful retreat

Enjoyed the peace of the wilderness and mother nature's presence
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2024
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and experienced the peacefulness of the forest. Thank you for taking time to leave us a review. We welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place for a weekend getaway

Property is nice. It’s a work in progress but it is obvious that the owners put a lot of work into it. It was a hot summer weekend and the house was nice and cool. It has all basic amenities and close to some of the springs around Ocala. Overall a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We wanted to get out of town for a weekend to ride on the ATV trails and visit with family. It was always a pleasure talking with Tina, she answered all of our questions promptly and accurately. The cottage was clean and stocked with the basic amenities. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2024
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing with a side of relaxation!!

We really enjoyed the Nature Lovers cabin. We were there for fishing at Rodman's reservoir, and the non fishing time was spent enjoying all the birds that frequent this location. Even extended for an extra day!! Thank you Tina!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2024
Thank you again for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

We have been here many times because of the awesomeness of the owners. We always feel right at home. The quietness and the wildlife is the best. We love ridding trails. We saw lots of bears, deers, turles, quail, guineas, rabbits, and birds. It is the best place to relax and enjoy mother nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2022
Always a pleasure to have you stay with us. See you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location to enjoy Ocala National Forrest

Quiet secluded location with all the comforts of home. Clean and well kept , we had no issues or concerns the host’s were excellent communicators and friendly . My daughter and husband are avid ATV trail riders so they LOVED NOT having to pack up and go to trail head . They just hoped on the atv and went . Ocala national Forrest is a wonderful place to get away and enjoy nature .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2021
We are happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the 5-stars. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocala fun

If you’re looking to stay at a great place near the Ocala National Forest, this place is excellent. We were able to take our SxS from the property and ride tons of national forest trails. It close to hog Waller and Salt springs. Also the renters were excellent communicators and the house was clean with a great view of the pond. Thank you Tina!! I’m sure we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2021
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back soon! Thank you for your very nice comments.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

If you enjoy nature and being outdoors this place is for you!

Perfect place to stay if you love fishing or trail riding. The house was like home away from home. Very comfortable and clean. Multiple boat ramps within 30 mins or less to Rodman Reservoir or Ocklawaha River and trails are by the house. We loved the seclusion and the feeling of it just being us. We watched a beautiful sunrise off the porch and sat in the living room and bird watched looking out the sliding glass doors while eating breakfast. It was a perfect way to celebrate our Anniversary. The owner had great communication and everything was already in detail so we didn't have to ask any questions. Our stay was smooth. Thank you so much for sharing your house. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2021
Thank you for being our guest and for the nice review. We love that you spent your anniversary enjoying the forest and our little place in the woods. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic Getaway

Tina is such a gracious host! The property was as described in the middle of the National Forest. It is a perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The home was quite accommodating for all five of us. The kitchen is rather small, it is not a complaint, however, an observation. There is limited counter space so plan meals accordingly. We had hoped that the weather would've been a little cooler for late November, but the property was a lot of fun. The swing was a great addition and all three of our teenagers took turns swinging on it! One thing more, we were grateful we had a Jeep Wrangler to get to this property, if we had had a car, it would've been a challenge to get there. All in all, it was a fabulous weekend and we quite enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
We are so glad y’all had a good time and enjoyed our swing! Thank you for the kind review. We hope you visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Stay

We stayed for a weekend so we could work on our land close by. The beds were comfortable and the shower had better pressure than ours at home. We enjoyed sitting on the small back porch in the evenings. Penner Pond Rd was impossible for us to drive into off of FR74. Someone had gotten stuck and dug ruts so deep my 2 wheel drive truck couldn't go through there. We went back out to FR74 and came in on Boree Blvd. That worked out great. We cooked while we were there and there was everything we needed except a pot big enough to boil corn in and a 9x13 pan. If you plan on doing a lot of cooking, be sure to bring any specialty items you may need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
We are glad you found the house comfortable. Congratulations on your new property!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place to visit.

The was good just wish they would have mention that if you are coming to trail ride that you have to trailer your machines to the trailhead. The roads leading to the house are tight and was hard to pull a trailer of 20 foot long down the tight paths. The house was nice but there was trash under one of the beds and the bathroom needs an exhaust fan since that bedroom does not have a fan or AC unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Thank you Ray for your review. We drive to be sure everyone is aware of trails and parking areas prior to arrival. Our apologies this was missed prior to your arrival. We will follow up with our cleaning company regarding the trash under the bed(s). As far as the bathroom fan, it is on our list as we fine-tune some of our rehab items… we will make it a priority as we continue making the place more comfortable for everyone. We appreciate your input and hope to see you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

County Vaca

Tina was very easy to contact. She was very friendly and welcoming. We love the size of the home and the flexibility of multiple bedrooms for our family to stay comfortably. We had access to a fire pit, a grill, a swing for the kids and a bird feeder which was convenient & a nice treat. The best road to the stay was a little hard to find and other road was a little rougher than we thought. I would definitely stay again if I'm ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Yes, the forest roads are unpredictable as far as their condition. We try to let our guests know the best routes ahead of time. We hope to see you back!
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