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Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fort McCoy, FL
- Place, Rodman Reservoir7 min drive
- Place, Silver Springs State Park17 min drive
- Place, Silver Springs River20 min drive
- Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location
Get away to this idyllic , rural retreat in the tranquil countryside. Nestled in a setting among magnolia and live oaks draped in Spanish moss, this peaceful country cottage is adjacent to a lake and located between Ocala and Gainesville.
A stay at this acre plus country setting would be ideal for those looking for a relaxed, diverse retreat. You will be surprised by the number of things to do and places to explore.
The perfect place to canoe or kayak is on the Oklawaha river, just ten minutes away. There are boat rentals and a fishing pier. Take a dip in one of the natural springs nearby and maybe see monkeys and manatee. Go ride in the glass bottom boats at Silver Springs State Park. It is a paradise for lovers of nature.
If you love the qualities of vintage, you will be charmed by the eclectic mix of antique and contemporary furnishings in the cottage. It is perfect for a relaxing and tranquil visit for two. The bed is a comfortable queen size and towels and linens are provided. You will find everything you need to prepare meals.
The kitchen has a four burner gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and full sized refrigerator. There is central ac/heat, a 32 inch TV/wi programing and streaming. Laundry facilities are in a common area and the property manager lives on site.
The property is within walking distance of grocery store, Dollar General, Doctor, pharmacy, hardware store, liquor store, and gas station. Quality restaurants and shopping malls are within 25 minutes.
Nearby Ocala is the horse capital of the state. One should certainly visit the World Equestrian center while in the area.
Treat yourself to a stay at this little gem. It will provide for a memorable stay.
2 night minimum. 15% discount for monthly rental.
End of reservation cleaning fee $25.00
Biweekly housekeeping fee: $25.00 for stays more than 2 weeks.
A stay at this acre plus country setting would be ideal for those looking for a relaxed, diverse retreat. You will be surprised by the number of things to do and places to explore.
The perfect place to canoe or kayak is on the Oklawaha river, just ten minutes away. There are boat rentals and a fishing pier. Take a dip in one of the natural springs nearby and maybe see monkeys and manatee. Go ride in the glass bottom boats at Silver Springs State Park. It is a paradise for lovers of nature.
If you love the qualities of vintage, you will be charmed by the eclectic mix of antique and contemporary furnishings in the cottage. It is perfect for a relaxing and tranquil visit for two. The bed is a comfortable queen size and towels and linens are provided. You will find everything you need to prepare meals.
The kitchen has a four burner gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and full sized refrigerator. There is central ac/heat, a 32 inch TV/wi programing and streaming. Laundry facilities are in a common area and the property manager lives on site.
The property is within walking distance of grocery store, Dollar General, Doctor, pharmacy, hardware store, liquor store, and gas station. Quality restaurants and shopping malls are within 25 minutes.
Nearby Ocala is the horse capital of the state. One should certainly visit the World Equestrian center while in the area.
Treat yourself to a stay at this little gem. It will provide for a memorable stay.
2 night minimum. 15% discount for monthly rental.
End of reservation cleaning fee $25.00
Biweekly housekeeping fee: $25.00 for stays more than 2 weeks.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Important information
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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About the area
Fort McCoy
Located in Fort McCoy, this holiday home is in a rural area. Royal Manor Winery and Golden Ocala Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silver Springs State Park and Ray Wayside Park. Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP are also worth visiting.
Fort McCoy, FL
What's nearby
- Rodman Reservoir - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
- Silver Springs State Park - 17 min drive - 20.8 km
- Orange Springs Park - 17 min drive - 20.1 km
- Silver Springs River - 20 min drive - 25.1 km
- Appleton Museum of Art - 22 min drive - 28.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 9 min walk
- Ft McCoy community Social Club - 5 min drive
- Rocco's Pizza - 11 min walk
- Subway - 9 min walk
- amvets post 19 - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ron S.
27 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ft Mccoy
Ron S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mickie Marie D.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten trail…yet a prime location
Mickie Marie D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Roy Laycock
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