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Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort McCoy, FL
  • Silver Springs State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location

Get away to this idyllic , rural retreat in the tranquil countryside. Nestled in a setting among magnolia and live oaks draped in Spanish moss, this peaceful country cottage is adjacent to a lake and located between Ocala and Gainesville.


A stay at this acre plus country setting would be ideal for those looking for a relaxed, diverse retreat. You will be surprised by the number of things to do and places to explore.

The perfect place to canoe or kayak is on the Oklawaha river, just ten minutes away. There are boat rentals and a fishing pier. Take a dip in one of the natural springs nearby and maybe see monkeys and manatee. Go ride in the glass bottom boats at Silver Springs State Park. It is a paradise for lovers of nature.
If you love the qualities of vintage, you will be charmed by the eclectic mix of antique and contemporary furnishings in the cottage. It is perfect for a relaxing and tranquil visit for two. The bed is a comfortable queen size and towels and linens are provided. You will find everything you need to prepare meals.
The kitchen has a four burner gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker and full sized refrigerator. There is central ac/heat, a 32 inch TV/wi programing and streaming. Laundry facilities are in a common area and the property manager lives on site.
The property is within walking distance of grocery store, Dollar General, Doctor, pharmacy, hardware store, liquor store, and gas station. Quality restaurants and shopping malls are within 25 minutes.
Nearby Ocala is the horse capital of the state. One should certainly visit the World Equestrian center while in the area.

Treat yourself to a stay at this little gem. It will provide for a memorable stay.
2 night minimum. 15% discount for monthly rental.
End of reservation cleaning fee $25.00
Biweekly housekeeping fee: $25.00 for stays more than 2 weeks.

Property manager

Roy Laycock

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort McCoy

Located in Fort McCoy, this holiday home is in a rural area. Royal Manor Winery and Golden Ocala Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Silver Springs State Park and Ocala National Forest. Wild Waters Theme Park and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also worth visiting.
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Fort McCoy, FL

What's nearby

  • Silver Springs State Park - 20 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Silver Springs River - 20 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 30 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 38 min drive - 42.2 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 42 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 30 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ft McCoy community Social Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rocco's New York Style Pizza - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the Beaten Trail…..Yet a Prime Location located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Ocala National Forest and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Orange Springs Park. Silver Springs State Park and Silver Springs River are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Ft Mccoy

We were on hunting trip and it was everything we needed. Close to town made it convenient for food and any thing we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Roy Laycock

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Languages:

English