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Private, Beautiful apartment in historic district 1/1
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 775 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ocala, FL
- Ocala Downtown Square14 min walk
- HCA Florida Ocala Hospital3 min drive
- Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP4 min drive
- Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private, Beautiful apartment in historic district 1/1
This apartment is located inside the famed Kemp House. The Kemp house, circa 1938, is a Tudor Revival home, built for T.J. Kemp an agent for the Sinclair Refining Company during the 1930s. This large residence is noteworthy for its brick detail and half-timbering. Originally a single-family residence, it eventually because a boarding house in the 50s and 60s-renting rooms weekly. Later it housed retail stores, a coffee shop, and The Blue Heron Gallery. This space was used as an Art Gallery.
The one bedroom apartment A, is on the first floor of the Kemp Estate. The apartment is about 775 square feet contains its own entrance, bathroom, bedroom, living room/kitchen, and private deck.
The bathroom features a very large shower with three rain shower heads, a double granite vanity, fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and towels.
The bedroom features a Queen sized bed with topper, a small smart TV, armoire, desk, sound machine, iron and ironing board along with an extra pillow and blanket.
The living room/kitchen features a queen sized pull out sofa bed, two dining areas, a full sized refrigerator, a gas full sized stove, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and essentials like salt/pepper, oil, tea, coffee, creamer, sugar, etc. We do include a welcome gift of pastries to get you started on your first morning.
The TV is a smart TV so bring along your login information for Hulu, Netflix, prime etc. If you don’t have a membership, each app offers free trials in addition to the other free apps on Roku and live TV tile on Roku.
The front patio offers a gas grill, outdoor dining table, and outdoor furniture. The back deck is a private oasis with Edison lights, outdoor furniture, and two lounge chairs. There is a reserved parking spot, if you need more please make arrangements prior to arrival. There is a shared laundry room on property open 9am-9pm on a first come first served basis
**We offer one of the most affordable rates for a one bedroom within walking distance to the downtown restaurants/bars, shops, and entertainment.
**There is no pet fee, no additional person fee, only a $60 cleaning fee. Guests are not asked to do laundry/cleaning etc. as housekeepers will take care of it upon check out. Each apartment is cleaned by professional housekeepers who are paid by the cleaning fee with no markup for the owner.
**We offer great discounts for weekly and monthly stays.
The one bedroom apartment A, is on the first floor of the Kemp Estate. The apartment is about 775 square feet contains its own entrance, bathroom, bedroom, living room/kitchen, and private deck.
The bathroom features a very large shower with three rain shower heads, a double granite vanity, fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and towels.
The bedroom features a Queen sized bed with topper, a small smart TV, armoire, desk, sound machine, iron and ironing board along with an extra pillow and blanket.
The living room/kitchen features a queen sized pull out sofa bed, two dining areas, a full sized refrigerator, a gas full sized stove, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and essentials like salt/pepper, oil, tea, coffee, creamer, sugar, etc. We do include a welcome gift of pastries to get you started on your first morning.
The TV is a smart TV so bring along your login information for Hulu, Netflix, prime etc. If you don’t have a membership, each app offers free trials in addition to the other free apps on Roku and live TV tile on Roku.
The front patio offers a gas grill, outdoor dining table, and outdoor furniture. The back deck is a private oasis with Edison lights, outdoor furniture, and two lounge chairs. There is a reserved parking spot, if you need more please make arrangements prior to arrival. There is a shared laundry room on property open 9am-9pm on a first come first served basis
**We offer one of the most affordable rates for a one bedroom within walking distance to the downtown restaurants/bars, shops, and entertainment.
**There is no pet fee, no additional person fee, only a $60 cleaning fee. Guests are not asked to do laundry/cleaning etc. as housekeepers will take care of it upon check out. Each apartment is cleaned by professional housekeepers who are paid by the cleaning fee with no markup for the owner.
**We offer great discounts for weekly and monthly stays.
Property manager
Jill
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Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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. Hampton Aquatic Fun Center and Bowlero East Ocala 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 Ocala National Forest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bubba Raceway Park or Florida Horse Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ocala, FL
What's nearby
- Ocala Downtown Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- AdventHealth Ocala - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Paddock Mall - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
- Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - 13 min walk
- Good 4 You - 17 min walk
- Dee Dee's Doghouse - 2 min drive
- Brick City Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
26 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracy S.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host
Tracy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bettina L.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay
Bettina L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jerry K.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awsome
Jerry K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karyn T.
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tudor property
Karyn T.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than a motel
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Tara C.
10 Feb 2025
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean but not worth the price
Tara C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
1 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Heron
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jan G.
15 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a getaway
Jan G.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy H.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
Tammy H.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Zane S.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
historic Ocala
Zane S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy H.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Tammy H.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nevys M.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nevys M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Space, Great Location
Kelly B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
bonnie h.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Finally Rest
bonnie h.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bob O.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great response
Bob O.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin F.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a weekend getaway
Kevin F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
monica r.
8 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great dtay
monica r.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
ellen a.
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute apartment
ellen a.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward W.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Edward W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Penny K.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Penny K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
JAMES L.
30 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good overall.
JAMES L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Mark H.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne O.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wonderful
Suzanne O.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diann C.
31 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Ocala
Diann C.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jill

In 2019 I purchased the Historic Kemp house in downtown Ocala. After months of renovation, I opened it up for guests to enjoy. I have been in the rental industry for years, and always look to have happy guests. Thank you for considering the property.
Why they chose this property
The historic district is full of charm and character. I love to walk a few minutes downtown to eat at the wonderful restaurants, shop in the boutiques and listen to live music. The architecture of each home is completely different than the next making for an interesting eclectic collection of homes.
What makes this property unique
The suite is a great value located in a great downtown historic neighborhood. Guests have private parking, their own front outdoor sitting area, private entrance, bathroom, bedroom, living room/kitchen/ dining area, and private deck and a grill.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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