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Enjoy stunning lakefront sunsets from the dock, the porch or inside the house.

Peaceful lake house, huge screened in room with fan, sundeck with patio chairs

Lake view of new dock and lake front house

Outdoor dining set and chaise lounge on the deck for outdoor dining and relaxing

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4103 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hawthorne, FL

University of Florida34 min drive
Shands at the University of Florida34 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)35 min drive
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium35 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our stay was wonderful. We had everything we needed. We saw eagles and other wild life everyday. Fishing is good right o...

Colien H.

Mar 17, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Private lakefront home w/ large dock, pets welcome, Wi-Fi, kayaks, boat rental.

The secluded Lakefront home is on almost two acres of wooded land with pine, oak, magnolia, and hickory trees. Enjoy the beautiful waterfront views from the indoor living area, large wrap-around deck, or brand new dock with sundeck and screen in the room. Starlink Wi-Fi is available at the house.

Walk from the deck of the house on a wooden walkway down to our beautiful large dock. The dock has a large screened-in room with a comfortable love seat, two lounge chairs, a coffee table, an end table, and a ceiling fan with light. This is the perfect spot to relax, read, enjoy the lakefront, or even bring the laptop down for work outside. There is also a large sundeck with two Adirondack chairs and a chaise lounge for sitting outside to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. We also have an outdoor shower on the dock to shower off after your swim.

The pontoon housed in the boat house on the dock is available for rental at an additional charge. Please contact for more information.

The house is on a private, spring-fed lake recognized for excellent fishing, swimming, relaxing, floating on a raft, boating, and skiing. Be sure to try out some fishing, as our lake is great for catching bass, bluegill, and sunfish. Fishing poles and tackle are provided. Enjoy the 2-person kayak or single kayak around the large lake.

The spotless waterfront home has two good-sized bedrooms, one renovated bathroom, and a large open-concept living area comprising the brand new kitchen, dining area, and living room with panoramic lakefront views. Both bedrooms are outfitted with gorgeous Amish-made solid wood furniture. The kitchen is fully stocked to prepare your meals in-house. The large, solid wood, Amish-made breakfast nook is perfect for gathering the family around to share in the bounty from your lake fishing. Outside dining on the deck on a beautiful poly lumber Amish patio set is also available.

Our home will surely become your home away from home and the perfect retreat to get away from it all!

COVID-19 CDC Sanitation and Safety Protocols
With cleanliness being more important than ever, I wanted to let you know what we are doing to keep our property germ-free and our guests safe. Cleanliness and disinfecting the house is our primary concern. Our property has always been spotless, but we take extra special measures to ensure it is disinfected and sanitized after each guest.

Our property is self-check-in and check-out.

Property manager

Linse Miller

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Not Suitable for Children Under 5

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Clean and House Trained Dogs Allowed.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not allowed inside only outside.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hawthorne

Located in Hawthorne, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Micanopy Historical Society Museum and Hippodrome State Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Manor Winery and Ironwood Golf Course. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hawthorne, FL

What's nearby

University of Florida - 34 min drive
Shands at the University of Florida - 34 min drive
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 35 min drive
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 45 min drive
World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 53 min drive

Getting around

Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Dianne's Old Time Barbeque - ‬12 min drive
‪Burger Barn - ‬12 min drive
‪Subway - ‬13 min drive
‪The Wrap Shack - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private lakefront home w/ large dock, pets welcome, Wi-Fi, kayaks, boat rental. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private lakefront home w/ large dock, pets welcome, Wi-Fi, kayaks, boat rental.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private lakefront home w/ large dock, pets welcome, Wi-Fi, kayaks, boat rental.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private lakefront home w/ large dock, pets welcome, Wi-Fi, kayaks, boat rental. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Orange Springs Park, Clear Lake and Santa Fe Lake. Kate's Fish Camp and The Orange Shop are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kristie M.

27 May 2024

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Loved this place

My family and I enjoyed everything about this place. The house has everything you need. The best amenity for us was the dock and screened in area. Perfect for enjoying the sights and sounds of the lake. We will definitely book again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

16 May 2024

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A Little Piece of Heaven on Earth

I cannot think of enough accolades to describe how amazing this lake place is. This is our second stay and we enjoyed it as much or more this time as we did the first time. It is so nice to have a vacation place that allows us to take our dog along and NOT have to worry about her one little bit. She feels right at home!!! Linse is a jewel and she and her husband have created a special place to share with others that offers a chance for their tenants to get back to what is truly important in life. We are trying to decide now when we want to go back!! Thanks Linse and Jim! Dianne and Gene

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

24 Apr 2024

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Relaxing Lake Holiday

This was the most relaxed I've been since I moved from Cincinnati to Venice. It was so peaceful and the view was gorgeous. It was just what we needed! We loved it so much we have already rebooked for in the Fall.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

19 Apr 2024

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Quiet & Relaxing

The perfect place to escape! Everything is so convenient with the house! Escape the world and book this home!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

16 Apr 2024

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A wonderful time

We had a wonderful stay at Star Lake.Caught a 10 lb bass ! Our hosts couldn’t have been more gracious in our stay. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful tranquil getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colien H.

17 Mar 2024

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Spring Break getaway

Our stay was wonderful. We had everything we needed. We saw eagles and other wild life everyday. Fishing is good right off the dock, we rented the pontoon and found it very nice to cruise the lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie A.

5 Mar 2024

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A wonderful lakeshore cabin!

Love this place. Hope to come back. Loved the screened dock room and watching the eagles and noted that there was a barred owl nearby. Went kayaking and hiked the nearby trails. Even watch a SpaceX rocket launch. My dog enjoyed the thrill of the hunt with the lizards who teased her at every turn. So relaxing and rejuvenating!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

29 Feb 2024

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Six stars would be more accurate!!!

If solitude is your goal, this is the place. The cottage is well maintained, and the lake is beautiful. Perfect for flat water kayaking and fishing. The host has thought of everything and the furnishings were of top quality. Should have booked our entire vacation there. Thank you

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alena B.

22 Jan 2024

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Peaceful & Fun

My sister and I had a remarkable stay at this lovely place. The house was adorable, clean and comfortable and the property was absolutely stunning. We took the pontoon boat out on the lake twice and even though the temperature was a little chilly the boat was really fun!! Our puppies even loved the pontoon rides. We hiked some local trails for 3 days and loved coming back to the comfy house (with an absolutely stunning view). We had a fire in the firepit and roasted sausages and marshmellows which was perfect for our chilly weather. Linse was an amazing host and made the entire process easy. She also left us a warm welcome note and bottle of champaign - what a sweet way to start off a little adventure. The reference book was full of things to do, places to go and had all the instructions you need, (I wish every VRBO owner did this) which makes the stay so much more pleasant. I would reccomend this place to anyone who would want to have a "base camp" for local activities or someone that wants a lovely place to relax. I would definately love to come back and stay here. Thank you Linse, you and your lovely house was fabulous!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

7 Oct 2023

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Wonderful Stay!

Second time here and we will return. We really enjoyed our time - love spending time on the dock, lots of wildlife and beautiful sunsets. Very cozy and had everything stocked that you could ever need. The upgrades inside look great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty G.

22 Sept 2023

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Great Vacation

The house was beautiful and had everything you needed. The beds were very comfortable. We spent most of our time on the dock in the screen room. Our dog loved the large property. Only negative thing was we did not want to leave. Thank you for letting us enjoy your beautiful home.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

3 Apr 2023

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Lake Life

If you like a quiet cottage getaway, with option to rent a nice pontoon then this it. We love to grill and cook and fish, so this is paradise for us. No real night life, but we’re fine with that. Gainesville only 30 minutes away. Plenty of nature parks and hiking in the area. Owners are very available to chat with any concerns or advise you may need.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hfairbanks77@yahoo.com F.

6 Mar 2023

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Very nice place!

Our stay was very comfortable and we had everything we needed during our stay. This lake home is a welcoming retreat if you need a stress free and quiet vacation.

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

7 Nov 2022

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Lakefront Paradise

This is our second stay at the Star Lake cabin. Amazing getaway and incredible hospitality. We look forward to this trip as it allows for us to decompress and connect with nature.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

24 Oct 2022

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Perfect Again

We returned for a long week-end to enjoy this peaceful lake property / the pontoon and fishing / easy access to "rails to trails" / pooches welcome! Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

26 Sept 2022

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Wonderful stay

Once again we enjoyed our stay everything is provided for a wonderful stay we’ll be back

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda H., Lakewood ranch, FL

19 Sept 2022

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Relaxing

Beautiful property,! spent all my time in the screen enclosure at the dock watching the lovely lake and reading..very zen like.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

11 Aug 2022

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Absolutely beautiful!

My husband and I cannot say enough about how wonderful the views were of the lake from the house and dock. This was a perfect getaway and we loved that we could rent the pontoon boat. The host was so thoughtful and the house had everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

31 July 2022

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Perfect place.

We hope to return as this home is perfect in every way!! Thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shefali S.

11 June 2022

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Perfect lake getaway

We traveled here from Chicago to visit family and found this beautiful, pet- friendly home right on the lake. The home is in pristine condition and the dock/ screened in porch was the perfect way to relax and disconnect. I would 100% rent again next time I'm in Florida.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

andrea d.

15 May 2022

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Getaway

Only 1.5 hours away from us, this cottage served its purpose of vacation that feels further away. Clean and comfortable, my husband, 2 labs and myself felt very at home. The boat rental made the trip. Ease of operation and sitting on a secluded lake with not too much traffic made it comfortable for fist time boaters. We plan of vacationing here again. Thanks Linse and Jim!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

27 Apr 2022

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Paradise

Peaceful , clean, updated home . Screened in dock was the best for reading, playing games and happy hour. You will love it.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

3 Apr 2022

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Cottage Getaway

Very clean and furnished with beautiful furniture and comfortable beds. Screened in boat house porch keeps you outside to enjoy the evening with no bugs. The option to rent the pontoon boat was great. Highly recommend.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

sandra f.

16 Jan 2022

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Beautiful Place!

A great place to relax! Lovely cottage! Beautiful views! Amazing screen house on the dock! 5 miles from a wonderful, 16 mile rail trail. Everything was perfect!

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

david k.

21 Dec 2021

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

Great place

Quiet and relaxing. It was just what we were looking for.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Linse Miller

What makes this property unique

This property is truly a special place where you can experience some peace and tranquility! Relax on the deck with a glass of wine and listen to the owls in the evening or kayak around the lake as the sun rises.