Villages-Ocala Pool Hot-Tub Fire-Pit Sleeps 7-20

Read our rave reviews. All suites private bathrooms. Newly built cottage with hot tub - whirlpool suites - sitting areas and TV's all rooms. Large kitchen with quartz counters and Stainless steel appliances. Huge outdoor entertaining area with solar heated pool - gas BBQ and gas fire-pit for fun times. If you enjoy historic charm - blended with all modern conveniences - lots of space - fun things to do and see within reach - you'll fit right in here! Close to the Villages for shopping and entertainment - Ocala National Forest trails and springs. *Base rate is 1-14 guests. Up to 6 additional persons $12pp per night + taxes. Check-in 4pm. Check-out by 10AM. NO PETS - Extra guests or outdoor music past 10pm. Thank you for your consideration. LATE CANCELLATIONS: PLEASE purchase travel Insurance for peace of mind travel. It is impossible for us to re-book dates that have been reserved by you for months. We are 20 miles south of silver Springs (30+ minutes), 26 miles (35+ minutes) from Juniper and about 33 miles (45+ minutes) from Rainbow. We max out at 20 persons in 7 Guest Rooms. We are located South of Ocala's World Equestrian Center (45 mins) and many wedding venues. ONLY minutes to The Villages for shopping, dining and nightly entertainment & dancing. Five minutes from Lake Weir dining and beach/boat rentals. Fun times at the Dragon Flower winery and the Orange Blossom Opry, nearby. "Close to everything you need - yet, space to breath. Perfect for visiting family that live in The Villages. Great patio/pool area. Fantastic, friendly and helpful hosts." Smith Family. Our goal has been to create a peaceful and private setting with nice furnishings and invite guests to enjoy this special property for a time. From family rooms to whirlpool suites with hardwood floors, remote controlled fireplaces and sitting areas - it'll be fun finding your assigned rooms. Two indoor dining rooms can seat a total of 18-20 fun guests. GAS BBQ grilling is fun poolside - with two balcony height tables and 12 chairs. A banquet table and folding chairs available. There's plenty of space to be together or apart with a large pool area; upper deck; covered side and front porch; playing field. Thank you for considering us for your next get-together. If you book - please add details about your stay (b-day, family etc.) Victorian cottage (newly built) sits pool-side with a king bed, gas fireplace and a four person Coleman therapy spa. Can accommodate 4 by adding two rollaway. An adult must be present and responsible for those under the age of 18, while they are using the cottage and the cottage spa. The main dining room seats 12. An overflow dining area seats up to 6-8. The pool-patio area seats 20 ( Upscale two 6 person round tables with balcony height swivel cushioned chairs and two 6 person oblong table ( 6 folding chairs). A BBQ infra-red gas grill makes cooking FUN and EASY! A large side porch accommodates 4-6 folks dining and relaxing swivel chairs. Character: The historical part of the home with original ornate handcrafted wood work boasts a library with fireplace and piano. Whirlpool suites on the second floor also showcase original hardwood floors and ornate fireplace mantels. A wraparound eastward front porch and a westward second-floor large deck provide many hours of sitting back and relaxing. A solar heated swimming pool (Dec-Feb for the hardy) is available. DirecTV in each room. HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY: Once a thriving Florida orange grove estate - circa 1887 Victorian lady with wrap-around porches - stands tall on a three acre countryside hill top. Original fireplaces, hard wood floors and 10 1/2 foot ceilings in the historical part of the building. Several additions have been added that include six guest bedrooms with private baths in the main house – including two whirlpool suites with fireplaces in the historical wing. Accommodations: Assign your guests in advance 6 queens * 1 king * 1 sleeper sofa * 2 single * 2 rollaway Main House: SIX guest rooms all with private baths. Downstairs: Queen and queen sleeper – view of the pool area - no climbing stairs. 2nd Floor: Five rooms with queen beds ++ Two rooms have exterior entrances that open out onto a walkway that leads to a large open air deck First exterior room - queen, couch and rollaway available. Second exterior room - queen and two singles. 2nd floor Historic Interior: Three queen rooms. Two queen bedrooms have custom double arched marble showers, jetted whirlpools and remote controlled Dimpex fireplaces. Third room has a queen sleigh bed and a cozy step down sitting room. The Cottage: An adult must be present to supervise under 18's - using the cottage and cottage spa. The cottage is located by the pool - the cottage has two porches, a tall king bed, gas fireplace, big walk in shower, TV/DVD/surround sound, mini fridge and a 4 person therapy spa on the back porch (see pics). Add 1-2 roll-away single beds for 3rd & 4th person ($12 extra p.p. charge for groups larger than 14). LOCATION & AREA KAYAKING TUBING AND SPRINGS: Less than 5 miles from The Villages. 30 minutes south of Ocala. 75 minutes north of Orlando MCO Airport. We are 3/4 mile south of Lake Weir. Hope Beach is 2.5 miles northwest and is the closest access point for launching boats on Lake Weir. Ocala National Forest begins about 8 miles to the east. Natural springs in the Forest include Juniper, Alexander, Salt and Silver Glen. Rainbow Springs State Park is about one hour west. They're A MUST SEE - swim, kayak, canoe and snorkel AREA TO DO: Live outdoor entertainment is close by on three lively town squares with fun and fanciful shopping, restaurants, movie theaters and dancing. 100+ miles of hiking/running/biking trails, live theater (including two performing arts centers The Sharon and The Savannah) museums, natural springs, rivers for canoeing/kayaking in Silver Springs State Park (kayak rentals) ziplining, antiquing or boating close by in one of our many rivers and lakes. The Orange Blossom Opry located 1 mile from the Inn - live shows (many big name acts touring) Thursday - Saturday (Thurs. night is local jam night - bring your instrument and sign up in advance to be onstage!). The Sharon Morse Performing Arts Center in the Villages is just 5.5 miles. RECREATION AND LAKEFRONT DINING: Carney Island lakefront County Park on Lake Weir for hiking, swimming, boating and grilling. Two lakefront restaurants Gator Joes (Ocklawaha) and Eaton's Beach Sandbar and Grill (3 mins from the Inn) add their own flavor to your taste buds on airy Lake Weir. Eaton's Beach Restaurant also provide a lake side beach area - with longboard, jet ski and pontoon boat rentals. Price to use the beach area is credited towards food at the restaurant. GROCERIES - BIG BOX STORES * CHAIN RESTAURANTS Publix Grocery - 2 Locations within 6 miles. Closest is Mulberry Grove. Take a right (west) out of our drive on CR 42 (3 miles exactly to Hwy 441) Cross over CR42 and continue west about 1.25 miles to Publix on left. ALDI: 5.5 miles Take a right (west) out of our drive on CR 42 (3 miles exactly to Hwy 441) South on Hwy 441 2 miles – located on left beside Wal*Mart. 2.5 miles South of CR 42 on Hwy 441. Sam's Club -441, Lady Lake, FL . Located on Hwy 441. The Villages (Beside Home Depot and adjacent to Kohl's, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Best Buy and many chain restaurants i.e.., Outback, etc.) Dollar General/Subway/Gas - 1 mile. east. The Owners take your concerns very personally and want to resolve issues quickly - available by phone/TEXT/ in-person when we are required by the state to check the pool and spa chemicals (when convenient for you). Innkeepers have an office-apartment on premises with an owner dedicated office entrance. We also own a 2nd home - located close enough to respond to any of your emergencies. Instructions - appliance operational handbook available in the kitchen. Exit to dos on front cover of handbook. NOT INCLUDED: NO shampoo - no meals served. Cook your own meals. Daily housekeeping or linen/towel service are NOT included with this rental. STARTER ITEMS PROVIDED: Pending on your personal consumption - you may want to buy extra of some of the following listed here. We provide 2 toilet rolls, per room, during your stay. Basic bath soap provided and two paper towels for the kitchen. In the pantry will be some disposable plates; cutlery; cups and napkins. Under the kitchen sink will be 50gal. garbage bags - dish soap & dishwasher detergent. Tin foil, cling film, cooking spices in cabinet. Keurig and regular coffee maker - two refrigerators with ice-makers. Everyday and fine china (find china should be hand washed). Everyday glassware and fancy dishes - pots and pans - reg. coffee maker - keurig - kettle - frying pans. GAS BBQ grill - one propane tank is usually sufficient for a 3 night stay. PLEASE turn off the gas tank after each use - the same with the fire-pit (young ones play with knobs and gas escapes.) To Buy extra Propane before 5pm ACE HARDWARE IS LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF C25/CR42 Weirsdale - 5mins from us. SAFETY :NEVER LEAVE KIDS/TEENS/ELDERLY ALONE IN THE POOL - COTTAGE OR COTTAGE SPA - PARENT SUPERVISION A MUST. SPA-JETS NEED TO BE TURNED OFF WHEN NOT IN USE AND SPA COVER ON. NO CLIMBING ON POOL SOLAR PANELS. TURN THE BBQ GRILL OFF AT THE TANK AFTER EACH USE. NO THROWING BALLS (ESPECIALLY A GOLF BALL) IN THE POOL & PATIO AREA. NO PLAYING POOL VOLLEYBALL WITH A HARD BALL/GOLF BALL. USE A SOFTER BALL THAT WILL NOT KNOCK OUT POOL AND PATIO LAMPS - BREAK WINDOWS OR INJURE GUESTS. USE THE BACK FIELDS FOR THROWING BALLS, PLEASE. PLEASE INCLUDE ANY DETAILS PRIOR TO BOOKING REGARDING ADA-CERTIFIED ANIMALS - WHAT SERVICE THEY PROVIDE? Guests with COPD or physical limitations - ASSIGN TO GROUND FLOOR