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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
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7147 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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 a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,580 square feet

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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

Map
Fort McCoy, FL

What's nearby

  • Orange Springs Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 41 min drive - 40.5 km
  • I-75 Super Flea Market - 48 min drive - 53.2 km
  • Ocala Downtown Square - 48 min drive - 54.0 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 59 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig Pen Saloon - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hog Heaven - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Orange Springs Restaurant & Grill - ‬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 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Orange Springs Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Rodman Reservoir and The Orange Shop. Clear Lake and Lake Lucy are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

The lake house is something of a fairytale. Hugh trees with Spanish moss, an adorable home, and a spectacular view right on the lake. It’s located in the country so you can relax and get a piece of mind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

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

Top notch, as always.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

My family and I are frequent visitors to the Redwood Cottage and always have a great time. The weather was great and the fishing right off the dock was amazing. Ed has always been a great host. We have booked with him for at least 15 years.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Enjoyed our stay on the lake. Exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

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

Great staycation getaway. Place was beautiful inside and right on the lake - felt like we were up north :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10

Location was quite. Water toys included kids had fun time canoeing/swimming on private beach. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

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

8/10

We enjoyed our stay. Thanks Ed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Our stay was great! The backyard is beautiful and we enjoyed canoeing and fishing! House was great and we all enjoyed it. Our one negative was the smell of the water was really bad so bring plenty of your own! We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10

Thank you Ed. Our family enjoyed our stay. Your home is wonderfully appointed. Great views from the living room. We enjoyed the cool evenings by the fire pit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

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

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

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the lake house! The house had everything we needed and then some! Ed was amazing to work with and communicated immediately. We most definitely will be back!!! The kids old and young enjoyed the lake so much. Thank you again for the wonderful vacation!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10

We had an amazing time at the lakefront house. The host literally thought of everything for any renter, and the photos don't do the place justice. Plenty of space, clean, and an amazing view. Our pup really loved the fenced yard, too. We definitely plan to come back again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10

The home is even more beautiful in person. The view of the lake is gorgeous. The home is large enough to spread out and still feel cozy. The yard was where we spent most of our time hanging by the firepit and kayaking was very enjoyable. Plenty of room for parking since we had adult children meeting us there. Thank you for the use of your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

We went with our dogs for Labor Day weekend and knew it was going to be awesome. It was exactly as we expected. Super relaxing and so gorgeous. Can’t believe I found this lake in Florida so close to home. We swam to the island, floated on water floats, watched everyone going by boating, tubing, skiing, etc. the yard was nice and big for outdoor games and the dogs. We took the canoe around the lake. We grilled out and had smores on the fire pit. The house was very comfortable. We want to come back and bring friends. Planning to return very soon!! Thanks Ed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This comfortable, clean and modern lakefront cabin exceeded my expectations. Ed, the owner was fantastic. He clearly loves the area and wants his guests to enjoy it too. He provided us with great ideas for activities and restaurants. He called during our stay to make sure all was well. We kayaked the nearby rivers every day and each one was beautiful, and clear with plenty of birds and wildlife. Where else can you kayak a crystal clear river and observe monkeys in a natural habitat? There is plenty of room in this home and the fenced yard would be great for dog owners. The community is warm and friendly. One night we ate dinner at Ft McKoy community center. Home cooked food for $6.00 and the money went to a good cause as well. I would recommend the rental without hesitation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This is a very clean and beautiful cottage. We rented both the cottage and the guest house. There were five adults and four very large dogs and no one got their toes stepped on. We went to the rope swing a couple of times and to Salt Springs. Rode for hours through the country. We canoed and swam around the lake all day and night, cooked every night on the BBQ. Ed’s staff made sure we had plenty of wood for the fire pit where we cooked smores and just hung out and did a lot of talking and laughing. I also took a volleyball/badmittin game and there was plenty of room in the yard. The dogs swam and ran around playing and we didn’t have to worry about them getting out onto the road. No one, not even the dogs wanted to leave. Thank you Ed and your staff for making this a vacation to remember. We WILL be returning to this lovely place.

10/10

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

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

10/10

A great place for R&R and to get away from the day to day hustle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

We have rented Redwood Cottage on Island Lake for many years now. We always enjoy our stay. Clean, house well stocked and easy check-in process. Beautiful house and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022