The Downtown Retreat Five

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4912 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Ocala, FL

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
‪14 min walk‬
Ocala Downtown Square
‪2 min drive‬
Paddock Mall
‪5 min drive‬
Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Whether for work or play, you have found the perfect place to stay! If your requested dates are not available in The Downtown Retreat Five, please send an inquiry as we have several Retreats available within the same complex and may still be able to accommodate your requested dates. The Downtown Retreat Five is conveniently located in the heart of Ocala, just 0.7 miles from Advent Health and HCA Florida Hospitals, and 1.6 miles from the Historic Downtown Ocala Square for local fare, entertainment and nightlife. This newly renovated peaceful two-bedroom one bath Retreat is one of six Retreats located in a very quiet and private vacation complex owned by Ocala Marion Vacation Rentals. Perfect for the traveling professional, the unit offers a dedicated workspace and windows dressed with blackout curtains for great daytime sleep. For the vacationer, Ocala is an excellent base for exploring Central Florida or simply all that Ocala/Marion County has to offer. The unit is equipped with key-less entry for easy check-in and fully stocked with all amenities needed for a relaxing short- or long-term stay to include a full-size washer and dryer, iron, ironing board, TVs in the living room and both bedrooms, bedside charging stations and a fully stocked kitchen for cooking meals. The unit is conveniently located close shopping (supermarket and retail), restaurants and hospitals. Discounts are offered for weekly and monthly stays. While all units are ground level, three units have 2 steps to access therefore not handicapped accessible and has one reserved parking space. For the comfort of all guests, the complex does not allow smoking, pets nor parties. Your hosts live conveniently near the complex for any needs that may arise.

Property manager

Denise Vitale

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 19

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

Smoking, vaping, fires or grilling are prohibited on the premises. A $300 pet fee will be assessed for each unauthorized pet brought in an apartment.

Unauthorized Guests, defined as guests not registered within the reservation, will be assessed an Additional Guest fee of $40 per guest, per night.

Replacement cost for damaged linens: Body towels $20, Face/Hand $10, Wash $8, Sheets $30, Quilts $40, Duvets $30, Comforters $60.

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

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 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. 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 Silver Springs State Park and Ocala National Forest. Juniper Prairie Wilderness and Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.

Ocala, FL

What's nearby

AdventHealth Ocala - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Ocala Downtown Square - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Paddock Mall - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

Ocala Station - 8 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Miller's Ale House - ‬13 min walk
‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬14 min walk
‪IHOP - ‬18 min walk
‪Latinos Y Mas - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downtown Retreat Five pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Downtown Retreat Five?

As of 9 May, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downtown Retreat Five on 12 May, 2025 start from S$271.39, 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.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Retreat Five?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Downtown Retreat Five?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Downtown Retreat Five located?

Located in the heart of Ocala, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Munroe Regional Medical Center, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and AdventHealth Ocala. Kindred Hospital Ocala and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

6 May, 2025

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

Once again……The Downtown Retreat 5

Our second stay at this location and it was just as wonderful as the our first. As before, it exceeded our expectations. Excellent accommodations, great host, perfect location for our needs. We’ve already booked our next visit and this is our new “go to” spot for any visit to the Ocala area.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine G.

29 Mar, 2025

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

Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

16 Feb, 2025

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

Great place!

This is our second time staying here and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

3 Dec, 2024

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

Wonderful Experience

Delightful accommodations; terrific location; wonderful owner; definitely use again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

16 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Little extras that only a caring owner would provide.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

9 Jun, 2024

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

Great place

This was a great place to stay. It was clean and full of everything you need. Great host. When we come back next year for Rock the country we will be staying there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

23 May, 2024

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

Visiting Friends and dog show

Property was well kept. Amenities were good. Location was good for me because I have friends in several locations in Ocala. I was also back and forth for 4 days to WEC (World Equestrian Center). Easy directions to WEC.

Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

20 Mar, 2024

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

1st time visitor

Had never been to central Florida before but we will definitely be back! Loved the quietness and variety of the area. So much to see and do within no more than an hour drive. Very responsive host, the few minor issues were answered almost immediately. Loved the organization and labeling on all needful items.

Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Mar, 2024

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

Ocala

Love the location. Convenient to downtown. Very nice stat

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline K.

24 Jan, 2024

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

Pleasant Stay

Denise always responded accurately and in a timely manner. Her recommendations were helpful in finding things I wanted in the area. The place itself matched the photos and had the listed ammendities. The ammendities such as kitchen appliances and a washing machine made traveling easy. The apartment was tidy and comfortable. Outside of Ocala, there are lot of springs and nature activities. Gainsville is a 45 minute drive away, which is convenient. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

16 Jan, 2024

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

Clean, comfortable, and convenient

Stayed for 3 nights for an event at WEC, which is about a 15 minute drive from the apartment. Apartment was very clean with many stores and restaurants nearby. Host was easy to reach and promptly answered questions. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in town.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwina

27 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

It had what we needed: full kitchen, 2 bedrooms and near relatives.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z., Gainesville

24 Sept, 2023

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

Great place and location

Enjoyed our stay. Very clean with everything you need. Great location, close to everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy D.

2 Sept, 2023

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

Sib trip

The property was clean, comfortable and quiet. We will definitely return and wanting to rent more units when we bring our family down. Perfect place.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

29 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This property was perfect in every way - clean, cute, fully stocked. Owner went out of her way to provide amenities for our toddler as well. 5 stars all around!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lynn S.

16 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

A comfortable ,stay

Nice apartment in comfortable neighborhood . Very pretty healthy trees , nice birds

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

12 Apr, 2023

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

Super clean and convenient

The place was clean and fresh. Location convenient to everything Ocala. 4 star on check in only because I went to the wrong unit at first. Probably my fault as I could have called to get the info I needed. Loved the ease of checkout.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle S.

10 Apr, 2023

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

Great apartment in Ocala

This property was very comfortable and convenient.

Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

8 Mar, 2023

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

Fabulous

I highly recommend this spot. Perfect for me and my teenage son. The host is wonderful. Every time I texted her, which was a lot, I got a response within 1 hour. We were there for WEC so it’s a perfect location. Lots of traffic on the main streets but the apartment street was very quiet as was the complex itself . Highly recommend it . Very reasonable price for what you get.

Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey A.

5 Mar, 2023

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

Great Place!

Very clean with really nice decor. Had a hard time finding a nice place to stay for the weekend so we're very thankful to have come across this! It's nice how close it is to downtown.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M., WESTON

8 Feb, 2023

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

Perfect home away from home

Love the place. It’s Perfect. Denise is an excellent host with excellent communication. Denise has all kind of nice little details all over the apartment. For example, she has 2 types of coffee machines (love it), USB chargers everywhere, etc., etc. Also, plenty of free parking in the property. Highly recommend this place and host. Thank you Denise :-)

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kristin k.

18 Jan, 2023

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

Super cute!

This property is super cute and clean, very impressed with the thought that went into this stay, special touches down to having some hair products in the bathroom and soap and shampoo. The energy that went into making this VRBO feel cozy and comfortable was much appreciated. I would recommend to anyone staying in the area. Safe and convenient!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

8 Jan, 2023

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

Ocala’s hidden gem!

Clean, spacious, stocked and centrally located. This rental checks all the boxes excellent owner, great communication highly recommended.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine f.

29 Dec, 2022

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

Quiet retreat

Quiet, clean with an attention to detail! A wonderful place for an extended stay!

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Denise Vitale

While my husband and I are native Floridians, we have also lived abroad for several years. We returned to the United States in 2015 and opened our first vacation rental in 2022. My husband is retired law enforcement, serving his community for 20+ years and I am retired from our local school system. We thoroughly enjoy spending time with our grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

The Downtown Retreat Six is located in an established, quiet and peaceful residential neighborhood close to hospitals, downtown, shopping and restaurants.