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Private, Charming apartment in historic District

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Ocala, FL
  • Ocala Downtown Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Private, Charming apartment in historic District

This apartment is located inside the famed Kemp House. The Kemp house, circa 1938, is a Tudor Revival home, built for T.J. Kemp an agent for the Sinclair Refining Company during the 1930s. This large residence is noteworthy for its brick detail and half-timbering. Originally a single-family residence, it eventually because a boarding house in the 50s and 60s-renting rooms weekly. Later it housed retail stores, a coffee shop, The Blue Heron Gallery, and more.

The one bedroom apartment is on the first floor of the Kemp Estate. The apartment is about 750 square feet contains its own entrance, bathroom, bedroom, living room/kitchen, and private deck.

The bathroom features a beautiful pebble tiled showed with a rain shower head, fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and towels.

The bedroom features a Queen sized bed with topper, full sized closet, sound machine, iron and ironing board along with an extra pillow and blanket.

The living room/kitchen features a dining area, queen sized pull out sofa bed with topper, a full sized refrigerator, burners, coffee maker, toaster, air fryer, microwave, and essentials like salt/pepper, oil, tea, coffee, creamer, sugar, etc. We do include a welcome gift of pastries to get you started on your first morning.

The TV is a smart TV so bring along your login information for Hulu, Netflix, prime etc. If you don’t have a membership, each app offers free trials in addition to the other free apps on Roku and live TV tile on Roku.

The front patio offers a gas grill, outdoor dining table, and outdoor furniture. The back deck is a private oasis with tall bamboo, Edison lights, and outdoor furniture. There is one reserved parking space provided. If another space is needed, please message me to make arrangements. There is a shared laundry room on property open 9am-9pm on a first come first served basis
**We offer one of the most affordable rates for a one bedroom within walking distance to the downtown restaurants/bars, shops, and entertainment.

**There is no pet fee, no additional person fee, only a $60 cleaning fee. Guests are not asked to do laundry/dishes etc as housekeeping will take care of it upon check out.

**We offer great discounts for weekly and monthly stays.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
No parties or loud guests. Quiet time after 10pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
No dogs that are loud/bark
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

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
Note from host: No parties or loud guests. Quiet time after 10pm
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ocala

Located in Ocala, this holiday home is in the city centre. Hampton Aquatic Fun Center and Bowlero East Ocala are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Paddock Mall and I-75 Super Flea Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bubba Raceway Park or Florida Horse Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocala, FL

What's nearby

  • Ocala Downtown Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • AdventHealth Ocala - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Paddock Mall - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 20 min walk
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Ocala - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪District Bar & Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Brick City Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private, Charming apartment in historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Private, Charming apartment in historic District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, Charming apartment in historic District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private, Charming apartment in historic District located?

Located in Historic District, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tuscawilla Park and Ocala Downtown Square. Discovery Center and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ocala Station is 20 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Jill

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In 2019 I purchased the Historic Kemp house in downtown Ocala. After months of renovation, I opened it up for guests to enjoy. I have been in the rental industry for years, and always look to have happy guests. Thank you for considering the property.

Why they chose this property

The historic district is full of charm and character. I love to walk a few minutes downtown to eat at the wonderful restaurants, shop in the boutiques and listen to live music. The architecture of each home is completely different than the next making for an interesting eclectic collection of homes.

What makes this property unique

The suite is a great value located in a great downtown historic neighborhood. Guests have private parking, their own front outdoor sitting area, private entrance, bathroom, bedroom, living room/kitchen/ dining area, and private deck and a grill.

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English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests