Cottage holiday rentals in Ocala

My family was looking for a quiet weekend getaway and this lake house was the perfect place for us! The lake views from the living room were spectacular. The house was charming and comfortable. It had everything we needed and more! The peacocks roamed the yard throughout the day and were a pleasant sight to see. The dock was enjoyed by the whole family! We watched beautiful sunsets. My sons used the kayak. We fished for crappie and caught a few! We brought our small fishing boat and cruised around Lake Harris. We made our way to the famous Dora Canal. The boat launch is minutes away from the house. We walked to the delicious bakery a mile away for morning coffee and pastries. The host was so helpful and available to answer any questions we had. We enjoyed our stay at this charming and serene lake house!

Stephen was a pleasure to work with, very responsive and flexible as possible. He was proactive in letting us know that the check-in time was available sooner than listed. His keyless entry made it very easy to access his house and made it easy for all in my party to come and go as they pleased. His house was very clean and you could tell that as soon as you walked in the door. Everything worked well, his AC system provided arctic level cooling, his pool and hot tube was ready for use, his screened in game room was fun and actually stayed cool throughout the day, his outside gathering areas had plenty of seating, and his dock provided plenty of room to fish. This location on the canal was beautiful and easily accessible to St John's River. Definitely would stay here again and would recommend this place to anyone who wants a cool place to stay, relax and have fun. Thank you, Stephen, for your allowing us to stay at your house it was well worth the cost.

Christi kirk the owner was absolutely amazing!!!! You will feel right at home she has a amazing property and takes beautiful care of her homes. The house sets on a beautiful lake and has a hot tub out on the deck. We can not wait to come back and visit

The cabin was immaculate with everything we needed for our weekend stay. The renters were even kind enough to supply a crock pot at our request so we could enjoy the lake while the dinner cooked itself. There was an issue with the AC, which typically could ruin a weekend. Our hosts did a walk through prior to our arrival and found the problem and had if fixed before it could ever be an issue. Their communication with us was fantastic and they were a pleasure to work with. We would recommend them to anyone. We have stayed at this particular campground for several years and there are some full time residents that have been very unwelcoming. This is not a reflection on our hosts. Other host in the campground have also been very wonderful.

Great place with all the added touches. Very relaxing and comfortable and quiet. We stayed just for a quick overnight and were able to walk to local brewery and also uber to a restaurant close by. Very thoughtful extras- including everything you may need. Would recommend if you are in the area.

Don’t miss the opportunity to stay T the Grand Oaks Resort. It is absolutely beautiful and relaxing. The staff is amazing and super friendly and helpful. This was our 2nd visit and I can’t wait to go back!!

We stayed here to be close to family for Christmas. Host decorated the outside for Christmas which was nice. Home was cozy and had everything we needed and more. Host was responsive, kind, and made sure we were comfortable. Very good experience. Will book again!

The location was fantastic; when we got there, it even looked better in person. It had all the necessities and was a fairly roomy cabin/camper. A huge advantage was the patio and grill. We would definitely return; it's a nice pace for a quick getaway.

Family of 5 (3 kids) and two dogs from VA. Felt the house was perfect with a great yard and cool trees. The dogs didn’t need leashed and could be at ease with pool access being safe. (My dogs can’t swim) The sheets were real cotton (this means a lot) and the beds were very comfortable. Plenty of bedding and pillow options. Kitchen had the basics to cook meals which was easier. The house had everything we needed to have a great vacation other than food to eat. Close to everything we wanted to do. A great trail that was not a commercialized walk where we saw armadillos, manatees, an alligator, bald eagles, snakes and we could hear two owls talking. It was perfection. The swing out back was a nice peaceful touch and I really appreciated the grill. We saw crystal clear water at three sisters while kayaking as well as dolphins at sunset. We took a boat cruise to an island and found more shells I’ve seen in my life. I’d come back again and again. No hoopla where tons of people were.

I had a wonderful stay at this charming Airbnb in Mount Dora! The home looked exactly like the photos. It was clean, stylish, and thoughtfully decorated. It had all the amenities I needed for a comfortable and relaxing visit. One standout moment: the AC wasn’t working when I first arrived, but Talia, the host, responded immediately and had it fixed the same day. Her prompt attention and communication made all the difference and really showed how much she cares about her guests’ experience. Overall, I highly recommend this place for anyone visiting the area. Great location, great host, and a great stay!

Dennis and Debra were excellent hosts. The little cottage was so cute and my dogs and I felt right at home. I had a chance to meet Dennis and he was very friendly and attentive. The location is great and near restaurants, a grocery store and Homosassa Springs State Park. I will definitely stay there again when I am in the area.

Maribel’s cute cottage is a slice of Old Florida in a quaint and quiet neighborhood. Our goal was to be near the National Forest for hiking and springs visits, but near town as we have a tendency to forget stuff and like some convenience. It’s just over a half hour to Salt Springs, one of our further destinations, and it was nice to come back to town and wind down on the front porch- the jewel of the cottage. There’s a giant oak across the street and an old cabin- bringing you back to pioneer times. I was there with my 94-yr old parents and they loved sitting on the porch. Their minor comment was there was only one comfortable chair in the living room, the futon was a bit hard. This is a great cottage for a small young family, it has those magical characteristics that children love plus a playground and skatepark a few short blocks away. There is a coffee/bagel place on the Main Street if you need a latte fix. And Maribel is sweet, responsive and kind. I hope to return someday!

Loved it and 100% would stay again. The cottage is as advertised in a beautiful and peaceful complex. Has an awesome little dog park with plentiful outdoor seating and activities. Zenia does well on getting the small details right with the cottages being stocked with everything you’ll need.

Great host super nice house would definitely recommend and go back

The cottage is beautifully remodeled and decorated. It is in a quiet neighborhood within minutes of downtown. The kitchen was extremely well stocked, the linens were new and soft and the furniture was interestingly eclectic. The huge flat screen TV had easy access to many stations and online platforms. The cottage also has a huge backyard area great for family gatherings. There is a Publix within 5 mins as well as churches close by. Mt Dora counts with a wide array of fine dining options as well as many new stores with interesting offerings. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful escape.

House was adorable and contained everything we could have needed. Jan provided small details, like the coloring book with local information that was adorable. Only unfortunate thing is the guest book was full so we couldn’t add our own entry

clean and cozy place. quiet surroundings and plenty of room for your horses and dogs. stalls for your horses as well. you can have your live-in quarters here also. a hidden gem for sure!

I booked Christine’s place for me and my friend to unplug from our busy lives for a couple of days. The beautiful lake, abundant wildlife, peaceful back porch and easy kayak launch were all we needed to recharge. We would love to visit again!

We are so happy we chose Dardens cabin as our spot to reset and relax. We work a lot and rarely get a chance to take time for ourselves and we were definitely due. My favorite part was being able to sit in the screened in patio, read a book and enjoy the beautiful nature outside while my boyfriend cooked on the grill. This place did exactly what we needed it to do and would definitely come back again.

Cute small house in convenient location for WEC and HITS. Great kitchen and comfortable living room/bedroom. The neighborhood is definitely developing (didn’t feel incredibly comfortable coming back in the dark), but that is typical for Ocala outside the gated communities. Overall a great stay and listing is on point!

This cottage was a peaceful retreat surrounded by beautiful, natural scenery. It’s incredibly quiet and relaxing—perfect for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy some time in nature. Bird watchers will especially appreciate this spot; we saw a variety of birds right outside our door. The small farm setting was charming, with a few horses and chickens adding to the peaceful atmosphere. It’s also a great place if you're traveling with pets—plenty of open space and a safe, welcoming environment. The host was fantastic—very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. All in all, a serene getaway that we’d happily return to.

Karla's place is very nice. Very clean, the screened in porch was so nice and there are sliding glass doors where you can see the beauty outside. The lake, dock and everything outside were so beautiful. The thing I loved the most is it is so quiet there. We live on a noisy road so this was heaven. We met Karla as we were leaving, and she is so nice. Directions to the cottage were perfect, check in was easy. Very nice place when you have a dog as we were traveling with our Yorkie. You will love Karla's place!

It's the second time we stayed here and both times Linse's home was just what we needed to relax and spend some reflective time in nature. The first time my Mom had just passed away and believe it or not we got news of my father-in-law's passing during this trip. My wife especially likes all the personal touches Linse has made throughout the cabin. We were visiting our daughter at UF on both trips, but during this one she graduated! This is a special place. Big enough for two couple or a big family. I hope to be back yet again some day. Who knows? Maybe a grandkid will be a Gator too!

They were great to work with. very helpful with our needs. I would definitely stay with them again. Loved the fact that there was a washer and dryer plus any basics that we needed were available to us.