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Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly

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A rectangular swimming pool with a red border, surrounded by a covered patio area with a metal frame and a white chair.
Pool
A covered patio area with a metal bench and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a view of greenery.
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a bookshelf and a clock on the wall.
Open floor plan, sliders overlook pool area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Ocklawaha, FL
  • Place, Lake Bryant
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Springs State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly

In the heart of Ocklawaha, this cozy house is located near the beautiful Ocala National Forest. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living room, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Prepare delectable meals in the fully stocked kitchen, equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances and utensils. Enjoy your culinary creations at the dining table, or step outside and fire up the grill for a delightful alfresco dining experience.

When it's time to unwind, take advantage of the free WiFi and the soothing fireplace, or catch up on laundry with the in-home washer and dryer. Retreat to the comfortable bedrooms and wake up refreshed, ready to explore the nearby Lake Weir and Silver Springs State Park. This property offers the perfect blend of convenience and natural beauty, making it the ideal destination for your next vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please set the AC to 78 Or if using heat 65°
Leave beds as they are, do not strip
Let the host know when you have departed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3526482vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Ocklawaha

Located in Ocklawaha, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Orange Blossom Opry and Appleton Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Don Garlits Museum of Racing. Jet skiing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Ocklawaha, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Bryant - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 19 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 36 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 39 min drive - 46.2 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 49 min drive - 62.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 32 min drive
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lena's Seafood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Snappy Tomato Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Poolside Family Retreat- Near the Springs & Ocala National Forest. Pet friendly located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Ocala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Ray Wayside Park and Lake Weir. Silver Springs River and Silver Springs State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and check in was seemless , will definitely be booking here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly quiet community in a centralized location for our trip. We enjoyed the screened patio and water feature. Host was quickly to respond to our requests. Would stay here again. We give it a 4.9!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Owen B.

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

R and R

Very nice stay. Melissa was awesome. We will come back again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richie B.

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

Ocala

We enjoyed staying to attend our grandsons first birthday party in ocala
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2024
Thank you for staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Labor Day get away

We booked this property to enjoy the local springs on Labor Day and enjoy a get away for our family. The host was fantastic and friendly! The house was immaculate and just as pictured! We enjoyed the pool, some fun board games and just overall much needed downtime. Highly recommend as the springs were only 30 minutes away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla Y.

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

Great

Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frances s.

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

Horse heaven

This place is definitely made for families. The pool, game area, room to move around, etc. If you’re interested at all in seeing horses or showing your children then this is the place because they are all over. Silver springs park is a great hiking area with many food places in Ocala.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2024
Hi, Frances. Since you gave us an overall 3 star review, is there something we could improve upon?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Family Fun Vacation

Our family (6 adults and a baby) had a wonderful time in Ocklawaha. This location is quiet and out of the way yet only 30 minutes from shopping and restaurants. We ordered a couple of pizzas and had a great pool day after a couple of hours “in town”. The hosts also provided lots of board games and a mini pool table with ping pong. I loved the fact that the host had the pool toys already inflated as well. They went above our expectations and we were very comfortable!! Great property for a family getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept, 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay at our home! I’m so glad you all enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I travel often so there are certain things we look for when reserving a place to stay.... and this spot.... did not disappoint! It is super clean, the pool , jacuzzi, and yard are very well maintained. The beds are super comfy and the sheets smell clean, the towels are fresh, and the whole living areas are exceptionally well maintained as well. She picked up every call I made to her and the check in process was super easy. The home is centrally located between 4 Springs making it super easy to get around and choose a different one every day. You need to stay here as it will make your trip worthwhile.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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Hosted by Alex

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