The Downtown Retreat Four

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484.7 sq m

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Ocala, FL

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
‪13 min walk‬
Ocala Downtown Square
‪3 min drive‬
Paddock Mall
‪6 min drive‬
Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Whether for work or play, you have found the perfect place to stay! If your requested dates are not available in The Downtown Retreat Four, please send an inquiry as we have several Retreats available within the same complex and may still be able to accommodate your requested dates. The Downtown Retreat Four is conveniently located in the heart of Ocala, just 0.7 miles from Advent Health and HCA Florida Hospitals, and 1.6 miles from the Historic Downtown Ocala Square for local fare, entertainment and nightlife. This newly renovated peaceful two-bedroom one bath Retreat is one of six Retreats located in a very quiet and private vacation complex owned by Ocala Marion Vacation Rentals.
The space
Perfect for the traveling professional, the unit offers a dedicated workspace and windows dressed with blackout curtains for great daytime sleep. For the vacationer, Ocala is an excellent base for exploring Central Florida or simply all that Ocala/Marion County has to offer.

The unit is equipped with key-less entry for easy check-in and fully stocked with all amenities needed for a relaxing short- or long-term stay to include a full-size washer and dryer, iron, ironing board, TVs in the living room and both bedrooms, bedside charging stations and a fully stocked kitchen for cooking meals. The unit is conveniently located close shopping (supermarket and retail), restaurants and hospitals.

Discounts are offered for weekly and monthly stays. While all units are ground level, three units have 2 steps to access therefore not handicapped accessible and has one reserved parking space. For the comfort of all guests, the complex does not allow smoking, pets nor parties. Your hosts live conveniently near the complex for any needs that may arise.

The entire unit is for guest access, there are no shared spaces.

Property manager

Denise Vitale

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 19

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking, vaping, fires or grilling are prohibited on the premises. A $300 pet fee will be assessed for each unauthorized pet brought in an apartment.

Unauthorized Guests, defined as guests not registered within the reservation, will be assessed an Additional Guest fee of $40 per guest, per night.

Replacement cost for damaged linens: Body towels $20, Face/Hand $10, Wash $8, Sheets $30, Quilts $40, Duvets $30, Comforters $60.

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Ocala

Located in Ocala, this apartment is in the city centre. Reilly Arts Center and Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Juniper Prairie Wilderness and Easy Street Family Fun Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Florida Horse Park or Bubba Raceway Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ocala, FL

What's nearby

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
AdventHealth Ocala - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Ocala Downtown Square - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Paddock Mall - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

Ocala Station - 8 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Miller's Ale House - ‬13 min walk
‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬14 min walk
‪IHOP - ‬18 min walk
‪Latinos Y Mas - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downtown Retreat Four pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Retreat Four?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Downtown Retreat Four?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Downtown Retreat Four located?

Located in the heart of Ocala, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Munroe Regional Medical Center, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and AdventHealth Ocala. Kindred Hospital Ocala and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

23 April 2025

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

Great experience

We were looking for an apartment-type rental for 3 weeks in the Ocala area and the Downtown Retreats fit the bill. The apartment was sufficiently spacious and comfortable and stocked with the basics for our stay. We never heard noise from the other units, but you are near two hospitals and a nursing home so there were sirens, but not loud enough to be a bother. The several times I reached out to Denise, she replied right away. We will stay here again without hesitation when we return to the area. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

16 March 2025

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

Well Worth The Rental

Everything was as advertised in the ad. It was a work trip and the stay was very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

12 March 2025

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

FLAGS Swim Meet

First time staying in a VRBO and wish we would have done it sooner. 3 times the space of Homewood Suites at half the price!Quiet location and well maintained. See you at the next Swim Meet,

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

20 February 2025

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

Great stay

Host was responsive and the property was as advertised!!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

13 February 2025

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

Just what we needed

This little apartment was just right for two of us. Check in was so easy as was check out (norhing crazy was asked- just take the trash out) It is located just 10 minutes away from WEC. It is clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is quite and safe. There is a nee Public just .4 miles away it is new and wonderful. A walgreens and other restaurants are close hy too. Silver Springs State Park is 20 minutes away. Denise the owner was wonder to work with she helped with everything we needed. She was very responsive. We will stay here again if ever in Ocala.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

31 December 2024

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

Stay for fitness competition

Great apartment with all the amenities we needed for a 4 night stay in Ocala. We were able to prepare meals and get a good night rest since the property was in a quiet area.Good restaurants close by for going out as well.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

8 December 2024

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

Great place to stay!!

Great location, very clean and good parking. We loved the quiet neighborhood and close amenities! Very well stocked with all extra necessities.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tisa H.

11 November 2024

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

Great place to stay.

My family and I were very pleased with this property. It is everything that is advertised. It was very clean and it has anything you need to be comfortable. The hostess was very nice and offered to help with anything that may arise during our stay. The neighborhood was quiet with no safety concerns. It was close to food and entertainment. I definitely recommend this property for anyone staying in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

11 November 2024

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

State Swimming Stay

In town for state swimmeet. Was clean and comfortable and not far from the aquatic center. Definitely better than a hotel and cheaper too. Will stay again next year.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

14 October 2024

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

Cozy Apartment

Very nice property and the host is super attentive and helpful! In a good location and quiet neighborhood, we didn’t even hear the other guests nor saw many of them. It was definitely a safe place for our family to hunker down during Hurricane Milton as we evacuated Tampa Bay Area. Bedrooms nicely decorated and comfy with lots of closet space (could use more hangers) as is the bathroom. Kitchen is somewhat stocked with useful items. Overall, it was a great place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

4 August 2024

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

Nice Home

Apartment was nice as pictured. Quiet, safe, easy access neighborhood. Excellent hospitality items. Friendly and responsive host. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

12 July 2024

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

Great location

The property was very clean with ample essentials. Restauratns and publix is near by ehich is plus. Planning to book another trip in october.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray G.

28 May 2024

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

Amazing property right downtown

My step son just moved to Ocala Florida and was graduating . A perfect vacation for us from Phoenix . The property was right downtown . Publix super market was less than 1/4 mile. Restaurants were the same distance away. When we arrived the code to the door worked . Always a positive . The place was immaculate. We started to unload our groceries and found that some of the stuff we purchased such as spices happened to already be in the cabinet . After further looking around they supplied many other items Garbage bags, kpods, qtips, etc . It also looked like he previous tenants even left some unopened items they didn't use such as butter, salad dressing , mustard , ketchup . I could go on and on . Point . You won't be disappointed with the location and home for your vacation . To top it off the property manager was amazingly available whenever needed by text for any question I had . I would definitely go back next year.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacy m.

13 May 2024

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

Very comfortable place to stay!

Denise was super accomodating. She helped me book her place at the last minute. The place was in a great location (although gps had us going round and round and didn't take us right to the apartment. It was confused lol) But the apartment had everything we needed for our stay. The beds were so comfortable. And Denise checked on us during the week. I would stay here again if I needed to stay in Ocala. The location was perfect for us because my dad was at the nearby hospital. Even when he got moved to rehab the drive was only 20 min. It's a very centrally located place.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiara R.

4 May 2024

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

Relaxing

The place was beautifully decorated and it felt like home. Very clean and smelled good

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

3 April 2024

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

Great property, nicely furnished

This was a wonderful property. just right for my husband and i and my sister. Nicely furnished. Everything we needed, great communication with owner. Nice long weekend stay

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

25 February 2024

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

Just perfect

This property was exactly as pictured. Denise was great at communicating with us. The location was perfect and the house was top notch. Will keep this one in the books for future stays. Lynn and Mark Darien IL

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

18 February 2024

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

Great

Great place to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

11 February 2024

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

Trip to Ocala for races and to visit family

The Downtown Retreat was perfect for our stay in Ocala! The cleanliness and comfort could not have been better! We would highly recommend and would for sure stay again! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta R.

9 February 2024

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

Friend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect for what we had planned.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

5 February 2024

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

It was brautiful. The boys reall enjoyed their stay.

The place was spotless. It had beautiful design. Very nice!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay S.

1 February 2024

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

Rates higher than a 5 star

So comfortable, clean, and quiet. I’m returning in 3 weeks for another stay. K

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

J J.

1 January 2024

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

Great place to stay

Great location when visiting family for the holidays. Very clean and perfect for us. Very well equipped with everything you need. Hostess very responsive and helpful. Will stay again.

Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sara K.

13 November 2023

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

Clean and stocked but dark

I loved the unit and appreciated that it was very clean and stocked with the necessities. And it was spacious! But we came in on a Thursday evening and we were the only ones there. There were no lights in the parking area at all. As we approached the building from the parking lot, there was a light that came on, but we had to unload the car in the pitch black and we didn’t know the neighborhood and didn’t feel safe. Our unit was in the back so once we passed the initial light that came on, we had to walk in the dark again until we got to our door. If there had been other people there, perhaps some porch lights would have been on which would have helped. But it was dark and we felt isolated.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maykel R.

31 July 2023

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

House

all very good I recommend it for any occasion

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Denise Vitale

While my husband and I are native Floridians, we have also lived abroad for several years. We returned to the United States in 2015 and opened our first vacation rental in 2022. My husband is retired law enforcement, serving his community for 20+ years and I am retired from our local school system. We thoroughly enjoy spending time with our grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

The Downtown Retreat Five is located in an established, quiet and peaceful residential neighborhood close to shopping and restaurants.

What makes this property unique

All six units in this quiet complex are newly renovated and conveniently located to restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, and Downtown Ocala.

Languages:

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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