10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth G., Winfield Alabama
23 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocala WEC visit
Elizabeth G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Entire home
Cute & Open one-story House, near World Equestrian Center & Florida Horse Park
Holiday home in Ocala with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6104.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Don Garlits Museum of Racing
- Place, Florida Horse Park
- Place, Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
- Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Kids Room
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Lanai adjoining dining room.
1 Double Futon
MBR
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Kids Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
MBR Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love kids!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
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
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
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 - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
- Florida Horse Park - 5 min drive - 8.1 km
- Country Club Of Ocala - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
- Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training - 19 min drive - 26.4 km
- Ocala Downtown Square - 20 min drive - 25.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- RaceTrac - 2 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 14 min drive
- Cracker Barrel - 3 min drive
- Burger King - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Annie F.
26 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My dog loved the backyard!
Annie F.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jason L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill K.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super quiet and restful
Bill K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary P.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocala Visit
Mary P.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pam S.
28 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great wonderful place to stay..
Pam S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Constance B.
2 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February 2024 winter stay
Constance B.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pam S.
13 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing with family
Pam S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lourdes M.
3 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Comfortable Stay
Lourdes M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruth D.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wedding retreat
Ruth D.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Ryan L.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Was not clean very well
Ryan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
29 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location in central Florida
Michael F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam S.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful
Pam S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Angel T.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Local Stay
Angel T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Aimee S., West Chicago, Illinois
29 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Comfy Property
Aimee S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim
13 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocala trip
Kim
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leigh Ann J.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leigh Ann J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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!
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.
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