Vacation rentals in Lake City

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Popular amenities for Lake City vacation rentals

Stay near Lake City's top sights

Halpatter Brewing Company10 locals recommend
Marion Street Bistro & BrewHouse10 locals recommend
Lake City Mall7 locals recommend
Publix Super Market at Lake City Commons5 locals recommend
Alligator Lake Park5 locals recommend
Lake City Bowl5 locals recommend

Lake side house rentals in Lake City

Guest favorite
Home in Fort McCoy
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Relaxing Lakefront Getaway on Private Lake in FL

MarfaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We always have a great time at the lake house! We have made beautiful memories and will continue to do so. Thank you Jennifer for allowing us to make all these great memories at your lake house these last several years! We always feel right at home. The lake is amazing, my husband loves that he is able to put the boat in the water right from the yard. He and the kids love the bass they catch out there! We love kayaking around the lake too! The water is always so clear. Wonderful and friendly neighbors. The house is also perfect for us. No matter the weather we always have an amazing time!
Guest favorite
Home in Old Town
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Crane's Landing: Riverfront w/ private dock

Matthew And BlancaRating, 5 stars4 days ago
We had a great but short stay. Much needed getaway with the fam. The house was exactly like it looked in the photos and had everything we needed. Very comfortable and clean home! The host were amazing! Very accommodating and responsive.
Top guest favorite
Home in Lake Park
5 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Lakefront guesthouse by I-75 and the FL/GA line

CoriniaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Karli and Ava were a pleasure to meet and spend time with. They have the friendliest neighbors and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. I will highly recommend them to all my friends and we can’t wait to come back. Best hosts ever!
Top guest favorite
Home in Lake Park
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

Enjoy beautiful sunsets at "Turtle Cove"!

NoahRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Fantastic place to stay with even more fantastic hosts. The hosts went above and beyond on special requests. We couldn’t have asked for a better retreat to get away from our hustle and bustling life. Will definitely be staying here again.
Top guest favorite
Home in Live Oak
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviews

The Blue House

RyanRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Great place to stay, very responsive, accommodating hosts!
Guest favorite
Home in Welaka
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Fishing Capital on the St John’s River

ReginaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
My husband and I took our 14 year old grandson on a mini vacation to fish. We were accompanied with my elderly parents. This place is absolutely wonderful. We spend so much time outside on the covered dock. Even in the evenings, my husband and grandson would fish until after 11:00 PM as there are lights on the dock. We caught some really big fish too. The house was also very comfortable with everything you need included in the kitchen. We brought food with us with the intentions of eating dinner out each evening. We were having so much fun that we decided to stay in (and not dine out with the exception of one evening.) This place is good for ALL ages. Thank you Dori and John for your rapid response anytime we had questions (before and after we checked in!!) We highly recommend this place.
Guest favorite
Home in Branford
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviews

Papa Joe’s Lake House

AliciaRating, 5 stars1 day ago
We had a great stay! It was very peaceful and relaxing. The lake and hammock were beautiful every morning my son and I sat outside listening to the birds, and swang.
Guest favorite
Home in Melrose
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Three Bedroom House on Private Scenic Lake Mable

AnnRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Really enjoyed our stay there! I was concerned about it not having central air, but it was plenty cool! Loved the fenced-in front yard to the dogs. could play. Thank you so much! We will be back!

House rentals in Lake City

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Home in Green Cove Springs
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Cozy 3 bedroom house in town, bikes included!

DeniseRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
We were in town for a concert at the fairgrounds. Location was perfect. The home was clean, super comfortable beds and spacious.
Guest favorite
Home in Southwest Jacksonville
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Spacious 3 Bedroom Home w/ Outdoor Patio

HaleyRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Pleasant stay! Everything was as described. Home was in great shape and beds were comfy!
Top guest favorite
Home in Ocala
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

3/2, 1800 sq ft, Pets, WEC 11 Miles, Private

JessieRating, 5 stars5 days ago
House was beautiful, was in a peaceful neighborhood, Ron was very informative and helpful responded quickly, had more than enough amenities and even had extra things you wouldn’t even think of needing. Was a wonderful time and host.
Guest favorite
Home in Gainesville
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews

Very Spacious house 6 miles from U of FL VA/Shands

AngelaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Linda’s place was exactly what I needed for my vacation. It was close to my event that was going on, very comfortable, and had everything we needed for our stay. Linda responded very quickly to any questions I had. I would definitely recommend staying here to anyone looking for a place in this area. I will book again next time I am in the area!
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Home in Jacksonville
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

3bdrms 4bds 2 bthrm Modern home

AvisRating, 5 stars1 month ago
The host is very responsive and welcoming. The neighborhood and amenities is beautiful. The place felt like home. I was extremely comfortable.
Guest favorite
Home in Gainesville
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

Beautiful Family home located downtown & VA, UF🏈

ChadRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Myself and three friends were there for one night. Yenni was clear on check-in instructions and the place was exactly as listed. It was very close to any and everything in Gainesville! Thank you for your hospitality!
Guest favorite
Home in Perry
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Cozy & peaceful house in Perry Florida

KatriceRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Great home and hosts! Looked just like the pictures! We would stay here again!
Top guest favorite
Home in O'Brien
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Good country living scuba diving capital

BrendenRating, 5 stars3 months ago
we had an awesome time, great host great location we will definitely be returning.

Lake City fishing vacation rentals

Guest favorite
Cabin in Interlachen
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Cabin • Cabana • Bunkhouse • Dock • Nr Gainesville

SarahRating, 5 stars4 months ago
We really enjoyed our stay- the kids and teens loved the canoes and kayaks as well as the ping pong table. The dock was a great place to relax! The buildings have some wear as described by the host but we were impressed with the cleanliness and we didn’t see even one bug inside, which was greatly appreciated. We would stay again!
Guest favorite
Camper/RV in Hawthorne
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Private Lake Camper with dock/kayaks and patio

Kristin Rating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
This was probably one of my favorite stays in a very long time. It's cozy and has absolutely serene surroundings. This is definitely for anyone who loves nature. We hope to stay many more times. Julie and her family are absolutely wonderful. We recommend this place 10 out of 10!
Top guest favorite
Cottage in Keystone Heights
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews

Crystal Lake Retreat

Alexandra StricklandRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Dawn is amazing! This was our second time staying here, and we have already booked it again. Her family also took the time to take us for a boat ride, and took my kids tubing, genuinely kind people. The lake could not be more beautiful. The house has a wonderful beach(this is not very common in Keystone Lakes), and my girls spent hours fishing and swimming. Highly recommend!
Top guest favorite
Cabin in Hawthorne
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews

Charming Lakefront Log Home

PhillRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We had a wonderful, peaceful stay at the log cabin. It was everything we hoped for -- cozy, well-appointed, quiet. Our favorite activity was spending mornings reading, paddling, swimming and fishing on the lake. We didn't need to use the A/C at all since the weather was mild and many of the windows had screens.
Top guest favorite
Camper/RV in Jacksonville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews

Couples clothing optional escape hot tub nude deck

DanielRating, 5 stars3 days ago
This was the perfect place for my wife and I to relax, recharge, and rekindle our romance. Paul and Kelly are incredible hosts and they have created an amazing space for couples to unwind and enjoy time with one another. The grounds provide plenty of privacy and the view of the river is beautiful and serene. This was the first time we have stayed in an RV and we found it cozy and very comfortable. The bed is large and comfy and there is plenty of space for cooking and relaxing. We enjoyed interacting with our hosts and they always made sure that we had everything we needed. We look forward to returning again very soon!
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Home in Palatka
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

106A Blue 🏝 Retreat Overlooking Pond!

DarrelRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Enjoyed our stay, had no issues would consider staying again if we are back in the area.
Guest favorite
Cottage in Keystone Heights
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Charming lake front cottage

TeresaRating, 5 stars2 days ago
Perfect little place on the lake. The back yard is wonderful. It is clean and had everything we needed. Close to town, yet private enough to be away from it all. We had training at Camp Blanding and it's about a 25 minute drive.
Guest favorite
Cottage in Hawthorne
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Cheerful 2 bedroom Cottage on serene Lake McMeekin

KimRating, 5 stars1 month ago
My son and I were hunting in the area and stayed for a few days hunting in the morning and working remotely in the evening via wifi. The cottage was a nice setup backing up to a beautiful lake that was easily fishable from yard or kayak. The hosts were very responsive to questions and allowed us flexible checkin and checkout options. There were a few local eating options, and a short drive from Gainsville which opened up many other choices. Overall we a had a great time and I would definitely choose that location again.

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Lake City

  • Total rentals

    40 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    ﺩ.ﺇ147 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    1.2K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    30 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    10 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Your guide to Lake City

All About Lake City

Lake City is a small town regarded as the Gateway to Florida, thanks to its northern location midway between Jacksonville and Tallahassee. Although its name might imply there’s only one lake in the community, you’ll find several bodies of water fed by clear freshwater springs here, making the town a popular spot for all sorts of water and lakeside activities. Anglers come to try their luck in the local pools and streams, which are home to white bass, sunfish, and pickerel. Kayakers launch into the wetlands near Alligator Park or picnic on the shores. The town also makes a great starting point for exploring Columbia County and Northern Florida, where you’ll discover state and local parks threaded with hiking and biking trails and abundant freshwater sources like Ichetucknee Springs, famous for its warm-water tubing.

Downtown Lake City centers on Marion Street, featuring shops, eateries, and several renovated historic buildings, including a famous hotel that has hosted numerous musicians and other celebrities. The town’s sense of community revolves around a creative atmosphere, with live music, art exhibitions, and a growing brewery scene.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Lake City

Like the rest of Florida, Lake City has a humid, subtropical climate. It can be hot in summer, with strong sunshine. Sun-worshippers may choose to visit between June and September, while spring temperatures are comfortably warm. If you plan to visit during this time of year, you may want to consider reserving your Lake City vacation rental for Memorial Weekend. Each May, the Florida Folk Festival takes place in White Springs, just over 10 miles from Lake City, and features live music, traditional craft demonstrations, and a children’s music and play area.

Visiting in mid-October will allow you to take in the Alligator Warrior Festival, a celebration of the Seminole commander, Alligator Warrior, who lived in the area, with music, living history displays and demonstrations, and food and crafts.


Top things to do in Lake City

Gateway Art Gallery

Gateway Art Gallery is a nonprofit community arts organization and a creative hub featuring works by local artists inspired by the Lake City region. The gallery showcases paintings, photography, carvings, and stained glass. You can also learn new artistic techniques at one of the regular workshops.

Ichetucknee Springs

Less than 20 miles from Lake City, Ichetucknee Springs has crystal-clear water ripe for exploring. You can try canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or even tubing here. Fed by nine springs, the river is as clean as the turquoise waters would suggest, and the current will guide you past woodlands of oaks, pines, and maples. Plenty of wildlife species call the springs home, including wading birds, turtles, otters, and deer.

Columbia County Historical Museum

Located in an original 1870s house, Columbia County Historical Museum features a quirky collection of artifacts and memorabilia. Each room represents a different era in local history, with relics, heirlooms, and exhibitions telling stories of times past. You can book a guided visit, or take part in historical scavenger hunts, storytelling events, and even craft workshops.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Lake City?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 20 vacation rentals in Lake City featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Lake City?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Lake City. Choose from more than 10 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Lake City?

    Experience the best of Lake City with our house rentals, starting at about $40 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Lake City?

    Lake City has more than 20 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

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