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Equestrian Retreat near Rainbow River - ride and relax in nature.
Family-friendly holiday home in Ocala
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8 2000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ocala, FL
- Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala16 min drive
- Place, Stone Creek Golf Club25 min drive
- Place, Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training25 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Master en suite
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Hall Bath
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Equestrian Retreat near Rainbow River - ride and relax in nature.
Welcome to our the Magnolia, nestled on 2 acres amongst mature oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. Our 4BR-2BA ranch is freshly furnished with modern touches for the utmost comfort. With 2 king beds, and two twins (each with a separate trundle) our home is perfect for a large family or a smaller group that enjoys extra space.
• Fenced Backyard
• Game room in the garage set up with a ping pong and yard games.
• Fire pit area with Adirondack chairs.
• up to (4) Kayaks available to rent
LOCATION:
Located in the southwest corner of Ocala, we are just 7 miles from SR-40 entrance to World Equestrian Center and 11 miles to Rainbow River. We love the vast wildlife and outdoor activities that surround the area-Rainbow springs, nature coast, and the Ocala National Forest.
THE HOUSE:
You’ll enter the front door into a large great room with vaulted ceilings. There is a cozy spot to watch TV on our 65” OLED or stream music on the Sonos Arc soundbar. A new leather sofa and love seat are a great place to kick back.
At the back end of the great room is our 8-top dining room table, perfect for large family dinners.
Enter through double doors to the spacious master bedroom en suite. The centerpiece is a king platform bed (new ‘Avocado’ mattress, with 9 inches of organic latex, plus organic cotton). On each side of the bed are reading lights and matching night stand shelves. A 50” Smart TV rests above the desk. If you are an early riser, step outside your private door to the patio area and enjoy the sunrise.
The attached master bathroom has dual lavatories, a sizable walk in shower and corner soaking tub.
The front bonus bedroom offers another king bed with new ‘Avocado’ organic latex mattress, premium cotton sheets and 4 plush pillows.
Our kitchen is furnished with new granite counter tops, stainless appliances, double oven, pots, pans, utensils, blender, and more for cooking any of your favorite dishes.
We have a small breakfast nook off the kitchen; a great place to enjoy your morning coffee. There is a complimentary coffee/ tea bar with Keurig, coffee grinder, French press and hot water kettle.
On the west side of the home are two bedrooms with single beds. For additional accommodations trundle beds slide out from each twin bed.
Between the two west bedrooms is a full bathroom with a tub/ shower combo.
The laundry room is equipped with a new Whirlpool washer (top loader) and dryer and utility sink available for guests. Fragrant free detergent is provided in this Load & Go washer.
On the back of the house, accessible from the great room or master bedroom is a lanai (screen porch) with wicker seating and string lights. Beyond the lanai is a paver patio with table/ chairs and charcoal grill.
RV/ Trailer parking is available with 30 amp electric and water hookups. Sewer hookups not available. RV/ Camper guests count towards overall number of guests on the property.
Wifi connection is through Starlink Satelite internet. Speeds are generally good, but may fluctuate during storms or peak hours.
• Fenced Backyard
• Game room in the garage set up with a ping pong and yard games.
• Fire pit area with Adirondack chairs.
• up to (4) Kayaks available to rent
LOCATION:
Located in the southwest corner of Ocala, we are just 7 miles from SR-40 entrance to World Equestrian Center and 11 miles to Rainbow River. We love the vast wildlife and outdoor activities that surround the area-Rainbow springs, nature coast, and the Ocala National Forest.
THE HOUSE:
You’ll enter the front door into a large great room with vaulted ceilings. There is a cozy spot to watch TV on our 65” OLED or stream music on the Sonos Arc soundbar. A new leather sofa and love seat are a great place to kick back.
At the back end of the great room is our 8-top dining room table, perfect for large family dinners.
Enter through double doors to the spacious master bedroom en suite. The centerpiece is a king platform bed (new ‘Avocado’ mattress, with 9 inches of organic latex, plus organic cotton). On each side of the bed are reading lights and matching night stand shelves. A 50” Smart TV rests above the desk. If you are an early riser, step outside your private door to the patio area and enjoy the sunrise.
The attached master bathroom has dual lavatories, a sizable walk in shower and corner soaking tub.
The front bonus bedroom offers another king bed with new ‘Avocado’ organic latex mattress, premium cotton sheets and 4 plush pillows.
Our kitchen is furnished with new granite counter tops, stainless appliances, double oven, pots, pans, utensils, blender, and more for cooking any of your favorite dishes.
We have a small breakfast nook off the kitchen; a great place to enjoy your morning coffee. There is a complimentary coffee/ tea bar with Keurig, coffee grinder, French press and hot water kettle.
On the west side of the home are two bedrooms with single beds. For additional accommodations trundle beds slide out from each twin bed.
Between the two west bedrooms is a full bathroom with a tub/ shower combo.
The laundry room is equipped with a new Whirlpool washer (top loader) and dryer and utility sink available for guests. Fragrant free detergent is provided in this Load & Go washer.
On the back of the house, accessible from the great room or master bedroom is a lanai (screen porch) with wicker seating and string lights. Beyond the lanai is a paver patio with table/ chairs and charcoal grill.
RV/ Trailer parking is available with 30 amp electric and water hookups. Sewer hookups not available. RV/ Camper guests count towards overall number of guests on the property.
Wifi connection is through Starlink Satelite internet. Speeds are generally good, but may fluctuate during storms or peak hours.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 holiday home is in a rural area. Paddock Mall and I-75 Super Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rainbow Springs State Park and Sholom Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Petting Zoo Ocala and Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Ocala, FL
What's nearby
- World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 16 min drive - 16.7 km
- Stone Creek Golf Club - 25 min drive - 14.1 km
- Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 25 min drive - 15.7 km
- I-75 Super Flea Market - 28 min drive - 31.4 km
- Ocala Downtown Square - 29 min drive - 31.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 23 min drive
- Circle K - 22 min drive
- Stone Creek Golf Club - 26 min drive
- Burger King - 25 min drive
- Wendy's - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Brad Abell

My wife and I love to show our guests true southern hospitality, at a home gathering or one of our vacation rentals. Amber comes from a visual merchandising background and I run a design build firm in Louisville, KY.
We have five children 11yrs and under, and a Bernedoodle named Otter. We spend most of our time outdoors-swimming, golfing, baseball or camping.
Our latest adventure is our vacation home in Ocala, Florida. We love the many outdoor activities the immediate area provides. while also being within a 1-2 hour drive of Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville and Daytona.
Please follow us on Instagram @gratefulhost.bnb as we share memories and favorite local spots in Central Florida.
Be our guest,
Brad & Amber
We have five children 11yrs and under, and a Bernedoodle named Otter. We spend most of our time outdoors-swimming, golfing, baseball or camping.
Our latest adventure is our vacation home in Ocala, Florida. We love the many outdoor activities the immediate area provides. while also being within a 1-2 hour drive of Orlando, Tampa, Gainesville and Daytona.
Please follow us on Instagram @gratefulhost.bnb as we share memories and favorite local spots in Central Florida.
Be our guest,
Brad & Amber
Why they chose this property
As KY natives we were drawn to the other “horse capital of the world” and the beautiful new World Equestrian Center in Ocala. We sought this 4 bedroom 2 bath house for our 5 children, plus a bonus bedroom for the grandparents. We were especially drawn to the 2 acre property for the mature oak trees and valuable shade they provide in the summer. The RV hookups are a bonus for friends and family that travel in style. We think you’ll also love the relaxing atmosphere at our Ocala homestead.
What makes this property unique
We are only 11 miles to the beautiful Rainbow River and 7 miles to the World Equestrian Center. We are also within a short drive of dozens of other beautiful natural springs… Silver Springs, Ichetucknee Springs, Salt Springs, Juniper Springs, Silver Glen Springs, Crystal River, De Leon Springs, Rock Springs and more.
Languages:
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