Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, and backed up to a huge horse farm with giant oaks with dangling moss, this house in southern Ocala in horse country is peaceful and quiet while sporting all the comforts of home. We have added a furnished lanai with a sleeper sofa - a perfect place to have that morning cup of coffee or tea. We have large screen TVs in MBR, LR and kid's room and we featured a full kitchen for cooking and preparing meals. Add a huge fenced backyard facing a horse farm, this place is made for relaxing and for kids and dogs to run. Only 12 miles to the World Equestrian Center and even closer to the Florida Horse Park. Visit the many natural springs in Ocala, especially Rainbow Springs State Park for GREAT tubing down the Rainbow River. Use of garage for vehicles is by owner prior approval. Small dog are allowed after approval by owner.
Property manager
John and Sandra Boyce
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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A private section of our home that will feel like your personal haven.
A private section of our home that will feel like your personal haven.
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet 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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ocala
Ocala is home to this holiday home. Carney Island Recreation and Conservation Area and Florida Horse Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Don Garlits Museum of Racing and Easy Street Family Fun Center. Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Ocala, FL
What's nearby
Don Garlits Museum of Racing - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Florida Horse Park - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
Country Club Of Ocala - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
Ocala Downtown Square - 18 min drive - 23.8 km
Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 20 min drive - 23.1 km
Getting around
Ocala Station - 26 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 14 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Pasta Faire - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park located?
Situated in Ocala, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Don Garlits Museum of Racing and within 6 miles (10 km) of SummerGlenn Golf Club and Florida Horse Park. Marion Oaks Library and 49th Ave Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Loved the lanai and spacious fenced in yard for our dog Kona Home had everything we needed and host even offered information for local attractions. Communications were excellent. Great stay visiting with family and checking out the Ocala area
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this Ocala area home. The house was very clean, the neighborhood quiet and peaceful. Our hosts left many books to read and added little touches like laundry baskets, outdoor clothesline, leftover condiments for our use. John went above and beyond to assist these two non techy people to figure out the tv, streaming, etc. thank you John and Sandra for being great hosts!
Comfortable accommodations. There was a smart TV in each room and the family room. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. The kitchen and bathrooms are dated but clean. There were plenty of towels, sheets, pillows, etc. Kitchen was well stocked. Win Dixie was 9 minutes away. Close to I 75 and some restaurants.
The property was close to our daughter which made it very convenient to go back and forth to help with wedding set-up and reception. There were plenty of pots, pans and dishes to use. It was big enough for us to spread out with all of the wedding finery. The beds were comfortable, especially after long days of prepping for the wedding.
Ruth D.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Ryan L.
6 August 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Was not clean very well
Really nice area beautiful land but the cleanly Ness of the house really disappointing me there were huge spiders outside on the porch the furniture was very old and you cannot use the garage, which was one of the main reasons I got the place because I have a boat
This place is absolutely beautiful and quiet.. we can’t wait to come back..The owner John was the nicest person to talk with to make sure our stay was wonderful.. If you are thinking of coming to the area you have to check this place out.. You will not be disappointed at all..💜💙My family that came by to visit while we was here they was so amazied at the property..THANK YOU JOHN FOR EVERYTHING..
We needed a local stay during the time of our move and glad to find this classic place which was still close to the things we needed to do in Marion County. It was quiet and exactly what we needed during our house closing. I would make one recommendation and that's to remove all the instruction signs but other than that, it was nice and had all the basics you needed away from home.
Loved the property, it has a very secure back yard for our dog. We were able to enjoy sitting outside and our dog was able to be free and explore. Great to have a washer and dryer, kitchen was well appointed and love having two full bathrooms.
I appreciated the easy check in process at this house. We were not there much because we were working, but the back yard is beautiful and needs to be enjoyed. The beds were very comfortable, and I slept well. The kitchen was well equipped for what we needed and the washer and dryer were awesome. The property is located in a modest and quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay! Cam
Kim
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by John and Sandra Boyce
We are a couple with deep roots in large families. Family interactions and memories made are key and we try to include family in all experiences. This is why we bought this house- to rest in a vacation styled home and to offer to family members who just want to get away. We bought this house and gutted it and started everything from scratch. Summary, it was created with vacationers in mind. This is why we decided to offer it as a short-term rental - for those times when family is not using it. Now it's your turn!
Why they chose this property
We chose this property for is quiet and solitude. Close to I-75, its an easy jaunt to Orlando or Tampa - St. Pete. What we loved was the rural setting that is Ocala. And the horse farms - hundreds and hundreds of horse farms. A drive up on S Highway 475, past the Florida Horse Park or Rt 475A north towards the mall is a beautiful peaceful drive with southern ranch houses and horses.15 minutes from The World Equestrian Center and other close horse park venues, this is a great launch for your show needs.
What makes this property unique
A big draw for us was the opening of the World Equestrian Center here in Ocala. The largest equestrian center in the US, this place is a marvel just to drive by. Stop in and see where all the events and festivals happen. Gaze at the miles of fenced pasture land for horses, and the endless parking of horse trailers. We realized that hotels are a premium in this area, why not open a short-term rental. Great springs for swimming and snorkeling, its a short drive to Rainbow Springs, Silver Springs (glass bottom boats), Juniper Springs (Ocala National Forest) Salt Springs, and the St. John's River park.