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Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres

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A rustic cabin with a porch, surrounded by large trees and a grassy field.
A house with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest and a lake.
A calm lake surrounded by dense forest under a clear sky.
A wooden porch with red Adirondack chairs, a black metal grate, and a small rug.
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with trees and water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Astor, FL
  • Place, Astor Recreation Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Juniper Springs Recreation Area
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres

Spacious and serene space located in the Ocala National Forest only 73 miles from Orlando, 36 miles from beaches and less than 10 mi from 8 major springs. Spacious home sits on 10 acres. Large covered back porch looks out to the lake...Enjoy your morning coffee and brilliant sunrises or sipping your favorite beverage under a romantic moonrise. A fenced-in backyard is available for your pets. Two kayaks and a canoe are available for your enjoyment (PFDs included).
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you move furniture around, please return it to the location you found it upon arrival.
Be sure all trash is moved to the outside bin at the bottom of the back deck stairs and close the lid tightly so the bears cannot get into it.
Leave all dirty towels in the master bathroom tub.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3820510vb
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

About the area

Astor

Astor is home to this holiday home. Black Bear Golf Club and David Disney Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silver Glen Springs Recreation and Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge.
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Astor, FL

What's nearby

  • Astor Recreation Park - 14 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Astor Public Library - 14 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Juniper Springs Recreation Area - 18 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 19 min drive - 23.4 km
  • De Leon Springs State Park - 28 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • DeLand Station - 41 min drive
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castaways Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Drifters Riverfront Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sparky's Place Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rose Garden Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront in Forest on 10 acres located?

Situated in Astor, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ocala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Juniper Springs Recreation Area and Silver Glen Springs Recreation. Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge and Chuck Lennon Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just perfect to relax and unwind. The seclusion was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edliv N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and nice. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and had plenty of things for our use. The view of the lake was picturesque and our favorite thing about waking up and the property is a great place to see stars and a bunch of Florida wildlife!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very secluded but close to stores
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Nice stay

The property was very nice and clean, nice views and quiet. Will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
Great guests, would welcome back anytime,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area. Peaceful. Our dogs loved it. Nature lovers dream. House was nice and Tom was in touch if we needed anything. A very good vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location to Ocala Forrest. Adorable home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2025
Great guests would have them back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great location if you enjoy country living and solitude from the world. Great views, awesome wildlife experiences and being lost in the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Secluded stay

Great place to stay to unwind, sit on the front or back porch and listen to the frogs and birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2024
Thanks so much
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina M.

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

Beautiful view

Quite, with beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time! Wonderful place to unwind and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

"The Real Florida"

We enjoyed our stay. Your home is spacious and comfortable and we enjoyed looking out over the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
It was great having you here. We hope you will come again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We cannot say enough good things about our stay at this property. The host was responsive and kept us informed. The house was as described in the listing. We travel with our dog and loved that this property had a large fenced in backyard. We really enjoyed being able to take the kayaks out on the lake as well as being bordered by the national forest.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Amazing Secluded Lake Retreat

We wish we could have stayed longer at this little piece of paradise. The lake is pristine and it's awesome to have The Ocala National Forest at your doorstep. The house was just as advertised, we had plenty of space with 6 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
So glad you enjoyed the house! It’s a work in progress and hoping to make it even more enjoyable!! Thanks so much! Yall were great and would love to have you back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan J.

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

Wonderful!

My family and I had a wonderful time! It was exactly what we were looking for. The property was peaceful and I loved sitting out the porch watching a family of sandhill cranes. It was super close to Juniper springs which was a major plus for us! Overall it was agreat place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Peaceful Place!

We rented this quiet lakefront property as a launch pad for hiking sections of the Florida Trail through the Ocala Forest. It was an excellent place for this and the host was great at communicating! We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary and Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place as advertised, matched the pictures. Spacious. Very clean. Location was great (secluded as we like). Pet friendly and the partially fenced in backyard was a great bonus.Host (Tom G.) was easily accessible when needed. He was proactive in prepping for rare (for Florida) below temps (even dropped off an extra new portable heater just in case).
View from the kitchen window
Daily visitor
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrett S.

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

Cozy and roomy.

Great home and location. Small shower size and raised metal edge along the addition step would be the only things some people should be aware of. Great owners and super clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Wild Wood Lake Retreat was truly the relaxing getaway we needed. The lake and surrounding woods were absolutely beautiful, and it truly felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. The house was cute, clean, and well-stocked with pretty much anything you might need. The hosts were quite accommodating and provided clear instructions and expectations. We were very pleased with our stay and would 100% book again. Thank you, Tom and Mary!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Tammi and company were great guests! Glad you enjoyed the stay and look forward to having you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Tom Gustafson

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