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Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill!

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A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows with shutters, a sofa set, a television, and a dining table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher. There is a window with a view of trees and a body of water.
A covered porch with a view of a lake and trees.
A house with a front door, two windows with blinds, and a small porch.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ft McCoy, FL
  • Place, Island Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill!

Absolutely stunning lakefront home (one of my 3 available to you) sits on 300 feet of shoreline on Miles Kale Lake in northeast Marion County (between Ocala, Gainesville, & Palatka) near Orange Springs, FL. Incredible renovations were recently completed including a fantastic addition. The Great Room of the house, built in 1949, sports beautiful tongue and groove wood paneling and a beamed ceiling. The new addition includes a convenient large gourmet, dine-in kitchen, a spacious laundry/pantry, a new full bath, and a fabulous screened porch overlooking the lake. Large Pella picture windows allow viewing the lake while cooking, dining, and relaxing. This tranquil lake retreat is minutes from the Ocala National Forest, numerous springs, the Ocklawaha River, and the charming towns of McIntosh and Micanopy. The dock is great for fishing and the lake for swimming. Miles Kale Lake is about 40 acres. Check out my other homeaway lake places -- listings 117133 and 910353.


Activities & Attractions: Tranquility, views, relaxation; swimming, fishing, boating -- sandy bottom, spring-fed lake; snorkeling in the springs; using nearby rivers (Oklawaha, St. John's); Silver Springs Amusement Center; University of Florida & Central Florida Community College; Ocala Horse Farms; McIntosh 1890's Days; Micanopy artist town; easy drive to either coast (Daytona or Cedar Key); Disney - 2 hours.

The house has new, outstanding mattresses in the bedrooms: a Supplepedic Memory Foam mattress, and a new Serta Pillow-top comfort mattress. The trundle bed in the sleeping alcove makes two twin beds and has two new single regular mattresses.
To accommodate a seventh person, there is a twin mattress under the queen bed in the master BR. It can be moved to the living room.

Other Lake Options: I have two other lake cottages. One is next door on its own acre. It is homeaway listing/Property ID 117133. This allows guests the option of having large groups or reunions close by to enjoy being with one another. I have rented both cottages for this type of gathering many times. Then, on the next lake over, big Island Lake, I have another fabulous home in the woods: homeaway listing/property ID 910353. It is a fantastic 2BR/2BA large redwood cottage with the option of a guest house on the same property. This retreat sleeps up to 9 comfortably. It too has a dock and boat house.
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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 12:30 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Discuss with Owner
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors & on screened porch; not inside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 127321
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Discuss with Owner
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort McCoy

Located in Fort McCoy, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Putnam Lakes Preserve and Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park, while Micanopy Historical Society Museum and Ocala Civic Theater are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain biking.
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Ft McCoy, FL

What's nearby

  • Island Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 32 min drive - 37.2 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 49 min drive - 66.9 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 54 min drive - 82.0 km
  • University of Florida - 56 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig Pen Saloon - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Hog Valley Civic Center - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill!?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill! on 23 Aug 2026 start from £488, 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 Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill!?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is Lakefront Country Haven near Ocala & Forest -With Canoe, Lifejackets and Grill! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Orange Springs Park, Rodman Reservoir and Putnam Lakes Preserve. Cowpen Lake and The Orange Shop are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Edward Wynne

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A native Floridian, this lake property was owned by my grandparents and my parents. The lake was one of our favorite vacation homes where we spent time as a family and enjoyed being with our cousins who owned the cottage next door. The ten of us kids had a blast and were always challenging one another on water skis, swimming, and many other activities.

Why they chose this property

It has been in the family for over 60 years. The cottage was extensively renovated and upgraded recently. It is rural, quiet, and beautiful.

What makes this property unique

Serenity
Nature
Spectacular views
Close to Ocala National Forest, natural springs, and Atlantic beaches

Languages:

English, Spanish

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