Tranquil outdoor paradise in the Ocala National Forest

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

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Parking available
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Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Fort McCoy, FL

Rodman Reservoir
‪3 min walk‬
Orange Springs Park
‪44 min drive‬
Silver Glen Springs Recreation
‪48 min drive‬
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Cabin Bathroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Cabin at Cedar Landing is your base for exploring the hiking, fishing, paddling (canoe & kayak), birding, and hunting opportunities in the Ocala National Forest. A 1,500sf, 2 BR/2 BA log cabin that comfortably sleeps six (living room couch folds out) is perched on a clearing above +6 acres of forest sloping down to the Rodman Reservoir & Oklawaha River. The feeling is tranquil and rustic, but with modern amenities such as WiFi and central air conditioning / heat.

Stroll down a short wooded path to fish at the dock with views of the Cross Florida Greenway, or trailer your canoes & kayaks to the same spot or any number of nearby paddling trails. The river is packed with bass, pike, catfish, perch, alligator gar, mudfish, and the occasional gator. Paddling trails are shaded by canopies of forest, and transport you to the heart of the natural world. Boat launches for larger craft are located in Hog Valley (5 minutes drive on paved roads) and Rodman Reservoir (15 minutes drive over dirt roads); access to the St. John's River is available both at Rodman Reservoir and Salt Springs (25 minutes away, paved roads).

The Florida National Scenic Hiking Trail is 3.5 miles east, over a dirt road that can be hiked or driven. Over 60 miles of the trail roll through the Ocala National Forest. The Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail is near by, and fauna viewed on/near the property include: wild turkeys, bald eagles, various types of deer, cardinals, sandhill cranes, scrub jays, black bears, and more. Take a break from outdoor adventures to enjoy peace & quiet on cabin's 65 foot long screened porch graced with ceiling fans and views of the forest.

Salt Springs, with several restaurants, stores, swimming, and boat launch to the St. John's River is a 25 minute drive away. Hog Valley, with a saloon and convenience store, is a 5-10 minute drive. Note that the nearest grocery stores and gas stations are in Palatka (40-minute drive, partially over dirt road) and Salt Springs (25 minutes, paved roads).

We must disclose that while cozy, this cabin Is not a luxury accommodation. The upholstery on the top right cushion of the couch needs to be reinforced, and the light fixture over the kitchen island has to be replaced. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Our plan is to repair/replace both in the first quarter of 2022. Thank you for you understanding!

Property manager

Lisa Katz

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No shooting on the property. Call 888-HUNT-FLORIDA or ---------------- to shoot in the Forest across the main road.

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort McCoy

Located in Fort McCoy, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Ocala National Forest and Rodman Reservoir can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Royal Manor Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fort McCoy, FL

What's nearby

Rodman Reservoir - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Orange Springs Park - 44 min drive - 38.9 km
Silver Glen Springs Recreation - 48 min drive - 50.7 km
Silver Springs State Park - 52 min drive - 48.8 km
University of Florida - 82 min drive - 85.0 km

Getting around

Palatka Station - 39 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hog Wild Country Cafe - ‬34 min drive
‪Pig Pen Saloon - ‬13 min drive
‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬44 min drive
‪Hog Heaven - ‬3 min drive
‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil outdoor paradise in the Ocala National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil outdoor paradise in the Ocala National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Tranquil outdoor paradise in the Ocala National Forest located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ocala National Forest and Rodman Reservoir. Dowda Park and Interlachen Branch Library are also within 25 miles (40 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Deborah L.

17 Jan 2023

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

Relax in the forest

Very pretty area, neighborhood was quiet and relaxing, cabin was comfortable and well-equipped

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Keith G., Saraland, AL

20 May 2019

Wonderful Cabin on Large Private Wooded Lot

We enjoyed our stay in this rustic log cabin located on a large wooded lot with a trail down to the lake. We had our coffee and breakfast every morning on the screened in back porch, watching the wild life stroll past beneath the beautiful old oak and magnolia trees.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Mar 2021

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

Good week at the cabin

It was a good week at the cabin. Everything was clean and the place is beautiful. If you want to be off the beaten path, this is the place for you. But plan on some extra driving if you plan to go anywhere as this property is quite remote and the access road to the cabin is a fairly rough and hilly sand road but our minivan made it ok. But if you want a secluded, beautiful place, this is a good one!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Barbara L.

8 Apr 2019

Nice Cabin in Ocala

This was a nice spacious cabin and convenient to Silver Springs and Salt Springs. With a few changes, this place could be perfect. I would recommend that the owners have a larger table. The cabin sleeps up to 10 people, we had 6, but there isn't a place for everyone to sit and have a meal together or play games. I would recommend the same for the porch. Also, the porch was not clean to sit on. The chairs were dirty, it wasn't swept and there was even food all around the outdoor table (which seats 4). I don't blame the owners for this. Obviously, it is the cleaning company. The coffee pot, teapot, dish drainer, etc were unusable because they were unclean. The pots and pans were scratched, old, and unusable. Honestly, the cabin would be a perfect place to stay for a large gathering (lots of outdoor space for the kids to run around) if these few things were fixed. A new cleaning company, seating for at least 6 at the table for games, etc., and new items, (including more than 4 coffee cups) for the kitchen. That would make all the difference. The owners were very friendly and helpful and I wish them the best of luck.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kristine J.

2 Apr 2022

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

Great location in the county

We absolutely loved the screen-in porch—spent almost all of our time out there. Some new chair pads would be good, but there are lots of chairs and a table and we watched the wild turkeys stroll by.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Pamela M.

12 Feb 2022

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

Nice cabin

Nice cabin but can use some updates.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE H.

9 Aug 2021

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

Log cabin

Awesome, the cabin, deck and nature at its finest.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gatha S.

5 July 2021

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

Cabin in Ocala Forest

The cabin is roomy and cozy. It has all the amenities you would need to be comfortable in your stay. A perfect getaway from the city hustle. Our family had a great time. We played outdoors with the kids in shaded areas under the trees, went on small trails, enjoyed the board games, cooked and simply chilled in the covered porch watching turkeys run by and simply listening to the sounds of nature. The host is very responsive and replied to all our questions within a minute. She even arranged for a plumber within an hour to fix a small leak in the kitchen. Internet was excellent and TV is a smartTV so you could watch Netflix, etc. Closest gas station, grocery store and restaurants are 20 mins away. Salt springs, silver springs, farm visits, ATV rentals, nature trails and fishing are some outdoor options. Some constructive feedback - House is slightly off the main road (which is good) but access road to the house is country. So a SUV or truck is better suited for a small rough patch. Read and follow the host’s instructions to get there very carefully else you will get lost like us the first time. The cushions on the porch furniture and sofa needs replacement.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

15 July 2020

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

Quiet and cozy

Had an awesome time at the cabin.It was clean,quiet and very comfortable. The only was amazing and understanding when talking to her.Will be back hopefully in the spring. Dave Brown

6/10 Okay

Laura A.

18 Mar 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

nice and quiet cabin with large screen porch and yard.

We had a fun time at the cabin. The air conditioning and wifi worked great.The only complaint was the furniture was in bad shape and needs replacing.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Laura C.

26 July 2019

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

Cedar cabin

Location was awesome. Very peaceful and love watching the turkeys in the morning. Only issue was driveway as we always bring our boat and it was a bit of a trick getting in and out.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 July 2019

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

GREAT PLACE TO CHILL

I took my friends 2 teenage daughters there. It was hot hot hot, so we stayed in for the most part. We played board games, watched movies, I brought guitars and there was already one there. We did fish at nearby pier. That was cool. Look forward to staying there again and hike. Just when it is cooler. Very cool country feel to it, but yet has a/c.

10/10 Excellent

Detlev A.

7 July 2019

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

Great getaway

We throughly enjoyed our stay. Cabin was great. Plenty of wildlife around. Easy trip to Salt Springs. All 10 of us loved it. We would definitely consider another visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jana D.

8 May 2019

Many Memories

My family had an AMAZING time at the cabin! It felt very welcoming!! Love the cedar everywhere!! The property was perfect for a great game of kickball or outdoor fun! The fire pit provided the perfect setting for S’mores and sharing stories!! Thanks so much for a perfect getaway!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J., Yulee, Florida

18 Apr 2019

Best weekend ever !

This place is amazing...My husband and I had the best long weekend here..Everything was very clean and has everything you need...i highly recommend it...Thank you so much for sharing your cabin....we even got to watch the lightening bugs.....will definetly stay again......owners are amazing and helpful ....Thanks again !

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Betty W., Poplarville, MS

4 Apr 2019

Experience on the Oklawaha Lake

Nice cabin. Enjoyed exploring Ocala Forest, fishing in the lake, seeing Salt Springs and Silver Springs. Good neighborhood. Very congenial host.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

james H.

4 Apr 2019

Nice place to stay

Nice house, loved trail riding in the forest.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

cheryl s.

31 Mar 2019

Very nice cabin very roomy

Cabin was very nice was

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kyle B.

22 Mar 2019

Great cozy get away.

My family had a great vacation here. The property was much larger than it seems in the pictures. The cabin had everything that we needed and Lisa was great to deal with. All in all a great place at a great price.

8/10 Good

Mike S.

14 Mar 2019

Relaxing weekend. Wonderful time.

Had a great time. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

9 Mar 2019

Liked: Staff & service

I loved being out in the Ocala National Forest area yet being within a neighborhood. The location was nice. What was a bad experience was the roads getting to the house. One road is 100% unusable and the other is very bad. You almost need a truck or higher vehicle to access the house. While this is in no way the owners fault, it needs to be known that it is a risk for low level vehicles.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

randy w.

25 Feb 2019

Nice cabin !

Great for exploring Ocala National forest .Nice cabin semi secluded . Does have neihbors surrounding it w shared waterfront for fishing w small dirt boat ramp. Lisa was easy to get in touch with w any questions. We went to Kayak Juniper run but was closed due to bear rampaging campsites . We kayaker the Oklawaha river from Gores landing to back to Rd 316 bridge at Oklawaha Canoe Outpost ran by Andrea and Lance. Had a great time beautiful river w lots of wildlife including wild monkeys. Good fishing w big Laremouth. Everthing we needed was at cabin. My only recommendaction would be small Maintenance to cabin . There where many lights out only one that worked on deck and some clogged sinks . They were minor and did not bother us really . Would stay again if we get back to try Juniper springs . Thank you Lisa for all !

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Celia G., Miami

7 Jan 2019

Very peaceful and cozy

We went to this cabin (with our grown kids) the day after Christmas and this year we decided to stay closer to home. We live in Miami and instead of going to North Carolina or Virginia or even Colorado we drove about six hours north to get away and disconnect. The cabin is so quaint and cozy with all the amenities a family needs. We had 5 sleep in the main cabin and 4 sleep in the bunkhouse. We thoroughly enjoyed walking the trails on the 6+ acre property and sat around the fire pit together for hours. The fireplace inside the cabin was wonderful and although we stayed off our phones we did appreciate the fact that the cabin offered Wifi and netflix. The kitchen is so spacious and we all enjoyed cooking together with plenty of space. Lisa Katz communicated with us throughout the process and is wonderful to work with. We highly recommend this cozy cabin in the woods!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

31 Dec 2018

Amazing large and comfortable cabin in an incredibly quiet spot!

The cabin is actually a log home with tons of room and comfy spots to curl up. A huge kitchen is a plus. We loved the hand hewn beams and walls with warm paneling all around. We spent lots of time on the giant screened porch overlooking the wood just soaking in the quiet. That's quiet with a Q, birds, crickets and the breeze, with an occasional far off car or boat down on the river. A half hour drive took us to Silver Springs recreation area and "town" with a great diner and friendly people. All around a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Coley W.

28 Dec 2018

Amazing!

Wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature. Spacious and has everything you need. Best feature to me was the large screened in porch and there is never traffic! Will be staying agian.

Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2018

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Katz

Why they chose this property

We love to escape from city life to immerse ourselves in the natural beauty of "The Real Florida".

Languages:

English, Spanish

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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