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Island Lake Redwood Cottage With Canoe and Grill: Relax, Swim, Fish, Ski, Enjoy

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7147 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly

Explore the area

Map
Fort McCoy, FL
  • Popular LocationSilver Springs State Park35 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Florida51 min drive
  • AirportGainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)52 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilver Glen Springs Recreation53 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Lake Redwood Cottage With Canoe and Grill: Relax, Swim, Fish, Ski, Enjoy

This beautiful, spacious, redwood cottage sits on incredible Island Lake about 2 miles out side of the unincorporated community of Orange Springs. Set on a perfect, private lake lot, the property consists of the large main house, a spacious guest house, carport, dock, boat house, and patio. Great lake views, old live oak trees with Spanish moss, and a lake breeze describe this picturesque environment. Completely renovated in 2011, this marvelous retreat has a large kitchen with gas range; dining, living, and family rooms overlooking the lake; new baths; laundry facilities; well-appointed furnishings; and more. The main house sleeps 7. If you rent the optional guest house (2 persons), the property can accommodate a total of 9. The dock is terrific for fishing and the lake is great for swimming. 80 feet of shoreline awaits you. There is a canoe, charcoal grill, picnic table, and fire pit for relaxing outdoors.

As well, I have 2 other lake houses nearby if this one seems too large.


The property sits ideally between the cities of Ocala, Gainesville, and Palatka, each with its own distinct character. Ocala is home to:
Elegant Horse Country and Farms
National Ocala National Forest
Silver Springs Park is located
Central Florida Community College
Gainesville is home to:
The University of Florida
Santa Fe Community College
Shans University Hospital
The Veterans Hospital
Palatka is home to:
The St. Johns River
Fun Restaurants on the water
Closeness to East Coast Beaches

OTHER LAKE OPTIONS: Check out my two other lakefront properties on the next lake over. These other 2 are next door to each other on separate acres. Ideal to rent just one cottage or for a large family gathering by leasing both. Listing/ Property IDs: 127321 and 117133.

Property manager

Edward Wynne

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking on terrace and screened porch; not inside.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1580 sq ft (147 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Island Lake Redwood Cottage Relax Swim Fish Ski Enjoy

About the neighborhood

Fort McCoy

Located in Fort McCoy, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a lake. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and Ocala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Orange Shop and Wild Waters Theme Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Orange Springs Park - 8 min drive
  • Silver Springs State Park - 35 min drive
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 49 min drive
  • University of Florida - 51 min drive
  • Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pig Pen Saloon - 36 min drive
  • Ivie's Country Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Orange Springs Restaurant & Grill - 7 min drive
  • Hog Heaven - 46 min drive
  • Ivie's Country Cafe - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Lake Redwood Cottage With Canoe and Grill: Relax, Swim, Fish, Ski, Enjoy pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Island Lake Redwood Cottage With Canoe and Grill: Relax, Swim, Fish, Ski, Enjoy?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Island Lake Redwood Cottage With Canoe and Grill: Relax, Swim, Fish, Ski, Enjoy located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 11.8 mi (19.1 km) from The Orange Shop and within 20 mi (32 km) of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and Ocala National Forest. Silver Springs State Park and Silver Springs River are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristine O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a Good Time
We stay here quite a bit since we have family around the lake. It’s a great central spot for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red house
I cannot say enough about this property. After we got there we went to the back porch and everything just drifted away. And Ed responded right away with any questions. We will most definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This is the second time I have rented from this owner. It is set perfectly on a lake and made us feel like we were on a true vacation from everything. The neighbors aren't close, but close enough that you don't feel too isolated. The home was clean and had everything provided that we needed. I hope to be back at some point!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy lake cabin
Everything we needed to enjoy our stay and the host was very responsive and proactive in making sure we got checked in on and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
love lake life
Loved everything about this place. Clean, peaceful, well appointed. Nice lake. Beautiful live oak trees. Host, Ed, was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous FL Lake Stay
We were all very pleased upon arrival to see this beautiful property. The cabin is well appointed, clean, has a fantastic view with an open feel of surrounding windows. Gorgeous oaks with their Spanish moss abounding. The kids & dog enjoyed playing in the lake daily, canoeing around & just having outdoor fun. We brought bikes but didn't use them since the neighborhood doesn't have sidewalks & folks drive fast. Fishing off the dock was just what we wanted. The yard is fenced along 3 sides to the water, there is some gap by the gate(s) if your dog would consider running/swimming off you will have to watch them. There are motor boats in this lake with some noise but it is overall peaceful. My older 2 kids stayed on the bunk beds in the den with the TV (YouTube only available unless you have other subscriptions). This room is nice for family relaxing with comfortable furniture, only no door for those staying in it for privacy. One child in the guest room slept comfortably. Master bedroom is nice, some sag in the bed had us switching places after a couple days. The main bathroom has a walk-in shower & a tub in the master. Everything is labeled for easy use, there is most anything you need in the kitchen, nice washer/dryer. Plenty of towels. A Dollar G is a couple miles away for most food/sundries, but not a full grocery. Need charcoal for BBQ. Good wifi access. Few bugs, especially for FL by a lake. Need to transport trash to recycling center yourself. Beautiful & will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Red Cabin on Island Lake
We had a wonderful time at this charming, old-Florida cabin on Island Lake. Exactly as described, well-appointed and plenty of room for everyone to be very comfortable. Communication with the owner is prompt and helpful. This is a rural destination so pack extras like paper goods, toiletries, and bottled water (due to well water). This place is very peaceful and relaxing. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer! Highly recommend this property and owner!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Enjoyed our stay on the lake. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Michael U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will return
We enjoyed our stay. Thanks Ed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
A great place for R&R and to get away from the day to day hustle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022