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The Poolside Paradise Retreat

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Pool
Exterior
Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocala, FL
  • Place, Bowlero West Ocala
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, College of Central Florida Ocala Campus
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Paddock Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Bonus Room/Game Room

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Poolside Paradise Retreat

Escape to Poolside Paradise Retreat!

Unwind in our spacious bedrooms, game room, screened porch, sparkling in-ground pool, fire pit, hammock, and BBQ — all in a fully fenced backyard. Perfect for families and friends.

-Minutes from downtown Ocala, restaurants, shopping, and the World Equestrian Center.

~1.5 hours to Daytona Beach, ~2 hours to Clearwater Beach, and ~1 hour to Orlando. Close to state parks and crystal-clear natural springs too!

Your unforgettable Florida getaway starts here.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4129125vb
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
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. Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocala Downtown Square and Silver Springs State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Easy Street Family Fun Center, or check out an event or a game at Bubba Raceway Park.
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Ocala, FL

What's nearby

  • Bowlero West Ocala - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • College of Central Florida Ocala Campus - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Easy Street Family Fun Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Regal Hollywood - Ocala - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Paddock Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Poolside Paradise Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Poolside Paradise Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Poolside Paradise Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Poolside Paradise Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Poolside Paradise Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Poolside Paradise Retreat located?

This family-friendly Ocala holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bowlero West Ocala and College of Central Florida Ocala Campus. Ocala Downtown Square is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and will keep this property on our list for future visits.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and awesome pool! Well stocked with kitchen essentials. Really nice VRBO for families, whether they are adult children or young kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and stocked with anything you could need. It is centrally located. The host was responsive and polite. Game room with activities. The pool was stocked and clean with a beautiful yard. Well worth it. 10 out 10 would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good stay and a very good place to have a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tess G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very responsive. The game room was well equipped and kept the teenagers busy.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mary P.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
My daughter fell in the hallway and hit her head and hit her chin on the strip between the carpet and the hard floor there’s a nail sticking up. She ended up with four stitches not happy.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

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

Great property especially for our group!

We were traveling to the area to show at WEC. We were a small group who wanted to be close to the show grounds, stores and coffee! We also wanted to have a place to relax and be able to have our dogs!This property worked out great for us!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ocala

host was perfect!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

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

5 stars

Very clean and convenient. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

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

Excellent overall rating.

This property was exactlyas described. It is clean and perfect for what my family needed for our vacation. We will most definately rent this one again when we visit Ocala. Many thanks to our host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you Rhonda we appreciate the glowing review. She and her family were Amazing guest, very clean and kind.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susanna M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Olympic pool with beautiful fenced-in yard

Great huge pool and lots of rafts. Great yard for our dogs and beautiful new fence with pretty lights. Plenty of room. All basics we needed. House was nice but towels could’ve been newer. Beds were comfortable. Kids loved the bunk bed. Negatives - There were a ton of palmetto roaches, most dead but it freaked us out. Mice droppings in the kitchen drawer. Needs a regular exterminator and thorough cleaning under the couches. Screened in porch was ripped almost everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Loved it!

Our host/property manager provided the best service I’ve ever had at a property. My family evacuated from hurricane Milton and stayed here during the storm. They were very helpful, and understanding about the situation we were in. They were flexible with a few things to accommodate the situation we were in, and upheld everything they said they would. On the first day we realized the microwave was not working and the property manager went to the store and brought us a new microwave within an hour. The house was super cute with lots of extras that kept us entertained. I can’t thank them enough. Best host ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Dear Helen, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled that we could make a challenging time a little easier for you and your family. Providing great service and ensuring our guests are comfortable is always our priority, and we’re glad that the new microwave and other accommodations helped make your stay enjoyable. It was our pleasure to host you, and we’re grateful to have been part of your journey. Take care, and we hope to welcome you back under better circumstances in the future!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ron B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

If you don’t like roaches book else where

I recently stayed at this VRBO property and had a disappointing experience that compelled us to leave a day early. While the house appeared relatively clean at first glance, we encountered a severe roach infestation. We were appalled to find roaches running across my wife’s food in the sink and noticed them in the bedrooms as well. Roaches pose a high risk of disease, making the situation even more unacceptable. Additionally, there was no pool cage, which led to debris accumulating in the pool, though that was secondary to the main issue. Furthermore, if you prefer comfortable beds, I’d advise steering clear, as they were far from relaxing. Overall, this stay was unenjoyable, primarily due to the roaches, and I cannot recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2024
Dear Ron Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We want to clarify our pest control situation. We have regular treatments in place with Terminix, and both they and another pest control company have confirmed that there is no cockroach infestation at the property. While it is true that Florida's warm climate can occasionally lead to the sighting of one or two roaches, this is not uncommon and does not indicate an infestation. We understand your concerns about cleanliness and comfort, and we take such matters seriously. However, if the situation was as severe as you described, we would have expected you to leave immediately rather than deciding to stay an additional night. We were prepared to offer a refund if you had chosen to depart right away. Regarding the pool, we are continually working to maintain the property, and we appreciate your feedback about the pool area. We will take your comments into consideration as we strive to improve our guests' experiences. We value all our guests and their feedback, and we hope you can understand our position regarding your claims. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. Best regards, Bradley
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Wonderful Spring Break stay in Ocala

It was a great stay, this house was exactly what we were looking for. Its location was about 8-10 min from Downtown, and about 15ish from Silver Springs. On arrival door code opened up the home to a very comfortable living room, large flat screen TV with A very cozy couch and love seat recliners. The kitchen is very spacious with a kureg coffee bar with plenty of sugar creamer and coffee cups. There was also a small microwave and an Airfrier!! Worked great for reheating our Mellow Mushroom pizza and Calzone. I want to note there was everything you needed to cook and bake at this rental. Made it feel like I was home. There was a farm style dinner table that sat 6(I think?). And of course large sink, a dishwasher that works very well, and a nice size fridge that kept everything cold. I did appreciate the bag of ice too.. There was a spacious game room with another couch and tv as well as the washer and dryer (new I might add). Moving outside there is a covered screened in porch with a large flat screen TV outdoor table and chairs with a basket full of towels. The pool deck made for plenty of room to walk around, and there were nice pool loungers with a big umbrella. I will add this, you will probably have to skim the pool before you get in. It’s no big deal, there’s just a bunch of oak trees around so debris getting in the pool is gonna happen. You’ll be fine. Lol! Fire pit was nice with chairs, but didn’t use it. 10/10 recommended this place to everyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

steven t.

Stayed 21 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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