FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT

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A kitchen with a coffee maker, jars of coffee, and a sign that says "but first, COFFEE".
A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of a house with a deck and a kayak.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a counter with a menu board.
Two pigs in a sandy enclosure with wooden posts, surrounded by greenery and a house with red cars parked outside.
A wooden house with a porch, a door with a wreath, and a hanging flower pot.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • 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

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Salt Springs, FL
  • Place, Lake Kerr
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocala National Forest
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Fort McCoy

Located in Fort McCoy, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Kerr and Ocala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake Broward Park and The Orange Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Map
Salt Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Kerr - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocala National Forest - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 25 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 30 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 51 min drive - 64.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Springs Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Square Meal Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bass Champions - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Salt Springs Liquors - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Dance Hall and Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FAMILY FOREST RETREAT, PARADISE AT POINT PLEASANT located?

This family-friendly Fort McCoy holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Kerr and Ocala National Forest. Rodman Reservoir and Hog Island are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet lake house property, perfect for relaxing, sightseeing. Very close to great places to ride ATVs and explore. Great place for family getaway vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was nice and peaceful, the home had literally everything you could want.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean! Comfy beds. Lots of extra blankets! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome time

Great home, location an host. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

I came out with friends and family and throughly enjoyed our stay! It was exactly what we were looking for. The location was perfect, neighbors are very welcoming and I cant say enough good things about it. If I’m ever back I won’t hesitate to book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day on Lake Kerr

A perfect little place to hang out, sleep and relax in between our days playing on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving

We had a great time! Everything we needed was there. If we needed something we just asked. Great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay. You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay!!

Kathy was super accommodating for our stay. Her place is perfect. Very peaceful with everything you need. We enjoyed the fire pit, plentiful firewood, deck, scenery, kayaks, and played some volleyball. The house is spacious and the beds are comfy. We just left and can’t wait to get back and stay here again! Please book. I searched for a long time and am so happy I found and booked this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Salt Springs Memorial Weekend trip

This was probably the best place we have stayed at down there! The house was basically perfect! We wish the back deck would have outside entrance but that's the only thing we can complain about. The kids loved seeing the pigs, playing volleyball and laying in the hammock! The owner Kathy was very nice! We will definitely be staying there when we come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wakesurf weekend

My friends and I came to lake Kerr for a wakesurf weekend and had a blast! Kathy was great let us check in early so we could drop our dogs off at the house and hit the water for some surfing!! This house had pretty much anything you could think of. Fire pit, ice if you needed, pontoon boat to rent fishing gear. We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family memories

We booked this and the communication with homeowners was great and easy. The pictures and description are accurate. When we arrived we loved it! The house, the area, the outdoor was exactly what we wanted! The owner was always available and very friendly provided suggestions and help us to have the best experience. I will recommend this for families the kids loved Marlie the pig, played with the wood, they had the opportunity to go fishing and used the ATV! Doing the s’mores at the fire pit was a highlight!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful and Peaceful Property with Some Boating Challenges

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. It was incredibly quiet and peaceful, with the highlight being an early morning sighting of an owl in flight. The only minor hiccup was that the lake was a bit too shallow for our boat, which meant we couldn't take it out as planned. Unfortunately, it was too late to rent one from another location. Despite this, we thoroughly enjoyed our time here and appreciated the serene environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Springbreak from our busy lives

Our two families were looking for some adventures and relaxation from our busy lives. This was a great place to do it. Kathy was a great hostess! We rented the pontoon boat on property for a couple days for our relaxation, and then we did ATV trails (brought our own ATVs) and zip lining for our adventure. We grilled on the deck, made s’mores and used the fire pit a couple of nights. The older kids loved the kayaks and playing volley ball at the house. So much to do on property and nearby. We had a great time! Thank you so much Kathy-it was definitely needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break Get Away

We stayed for summer break 2024. This gem was the perfect house for our gang. We brought our side by sides and rode in the early morning straight from the property and rented the host pontoon in the afternoon. Great mix of entertainment for our kids that ranged from 8-19 years old. The house was clean and comfortable and met all our needs. The kitchen was recently redone. Plenty of dishes, pot and pans and silverware for a large group. The weber grill on the patio was great for quick lunches. We loved our stay and hopefully be back again. Thanks Kathy (host) for the wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Looking for a place to disconnect and unwind...look no further! Kathy did such a great job to cover all the bases...from the cleanliness of the lake home to the hammock and swings under the oak trees!! The fire pit area was super convenient, has Kathy already had a ton of wood already cut up for the pit ready to go?Best part of it all is on once I un-loaded my side-by-side and dirt bikes. I never had a trailer them again you are less than a football field away to the Ocala Forest...trails that go for miles. About a 10 minute drive from Silver Spring... which is a relaxing place to be on a hot day!Definitely would go back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best getaway !

This property is amazing . The photos don’t do it justice at all . The owners are super awesome! House is cozy and adorable and had everything we needed in the house and more! It was very well equipped! They even have a mini beach that you can go to by their boat which is amazing ! The ATV was super fun to ride! Best vacation ever ,we had a blast ! Thanks Kathy and Ed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family reunion

We were able to cook out, and most importantly we all sat at the table together. Kitchen is equipped to cook for the whole gang! We enjoyed kayaking and fishing. Wifi and smart TV allowed for a modern day sharing of pics. Memories of many smiles and much laughter made here. Enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

It was not what I expected to surprise my family

It's honestly not what I expected. -Outside is dirty and looking bad. You don't have a good view of what looks like a lake in the photos. It has 2 bedrooms for 2 couples with privacy, it has another bedroom with twins beds for children and two sofa beds in the living room and dining room ... My son and his wife left because there was no private bedroom for them Definitely not going back there. I must say that the owners live next door but they are very friendly. The owners of the house is the only I liked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2021
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your stay. Our boat dock is under construction so the yard and the water area is a work in progress. I have noted that in the property description. As a result of your feedback, I clarified our listing details so future guests are more aware of the sleeping accommodations with the 4th bedroom. Again, sorry you were disappointed with your visit. Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our stay at this property. Everything listed online was accurate and the home is beautiful. I would definitely stay here again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

We had a great time. This was by far the nicest and most relaxed stay we have had, anywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great time with friends

The hosts were amazing. The location is great, on the canal. We rented their pontoon boat for a little additional fee and enjoyed a great day on the lake. Huge fire pit, big back deck. Neighbors are not big on any noise after 10. Voices carry out in the forest. Marley the pot belly pig was a great addition.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This was perfect for three couples!

Ed was so helpful. Answered all of our questions in a timely manner. Marley the pig was a pleasant bonus :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin Review

Had a great weekend staying here for the Easter weekend. Kathy and Ed were very helpful friendly and accomodating to us as we had a late checkin. We enjoyed staying here with our friends. Kathy was very helpful in giving us tips about the area, where to hike in the area and Ed helped us out with the pontoon boat at Salt Springs Run. We Loved the deck and big firepit out front with copious amounts of wood available. Would recommend to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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