Family-friendly vacation rentals in Marion County

Escape to River:Charming house with Scenic Views

Our property is conveniently located near stunning springs: Rainbow River-12 miles,offering clear waters and abundant wildlife Crystal River-18 miles,known for its manatee encounters and underwater caves Homosassa Spring- 21 miles,escape with serene surroundings and manatee sightings Chassahowitzka- 29 miles, featuring pristine waters and lush surroundings Devils Den-35 mi., underground spring perfect for snorkeling and diving Weeki Wachee-44 mi. Unfortunately, the giant tub is not operational.

Prairie Rose Inn - Whole house on Ocala Farmland

Welcome to our charming farm retreat,perfect for a relaxing getaway.Nestled off a quaint dirt road, our property offers a true escape.2 acres fully fenced from the farm for your privacy,it's ideal for guests with dogs and offers space for evening fires.4miles from WEC, 2miles from FAST and nearby Florida Springs.Enjoy the beauty of our abundant oaks, wildlife and friendly farm animals. Farm tours available.Experience the tranquility and rustic charm of farm life with modern conveniences nearby.

Countryside Loft at Coco Ranch

Make memories with the ones you loves at this unique Countryside loft feeling cottage with an elegant mix between rustic and modern aesthetic. We are a pet friendly Cottage, bring your furry friend and enjoy the coziness. This is a family wood gated compound. Each cottage are private, surrounded by beautiful común areas. Surrounded by a lot of natural springs and also the convenients of local restaurants like “Gators Joes Beach Bar & Grill” at just 6m walk, 6m walk to Lake Weir, and more.

Beautiful Home with Pool Near HITS (Horse Country)

Relax with the whole family in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath updated home near HITS (Ocala’s Beautiful Horse Farms), Disney, Beaches & Springs. Home is 1 block from Publix Grocery Store & Restaurants. Located about an hour from Ormond/Daytona Beach, Disney World & Orlando area. If you like Florida’s nature areas, the home is about half an hour to Juniper Springs, Salt Springs & minutes to Silver Springs. Bring your kayaks/canoes. Gulf fishing and several lakes nearby. Just minutes from Downtown Ocala!

Woodpecker Treehouse Retreat

Take some time for yourself and enjoy the treehouse, you will marvel at nature, you will be surrounded by beautiful birds of different types, explore the place just 10 minutes from Santos Trailhead and 35 from Rainbow Springs. After you finish visiting Ocala and seeing its incredible recreational areas, enjoy our hot tub with hydro massage, relax in our hanging mesh, gather around the fire pit and make s'mores. Our Treehouse promises the perfect blend of nature's tranquility and modern comfort!

Getaway on the Waterway- Dock+Kayaks+SUP board

Welcome to your peaceful Getaway on the Water. Whether you or your group are visiting the Villages, or just need a peaceful getaway to recharge, this is the place!There's something for everyone! Paddleboard or Kayak (provided) the beautiful canal to either lake. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail in nature on the dock. Bring your boat/ jet ski or rent one from Eaton's Beach Aquatic sports, they also offer sunset cruises and water taxi to Eaton's Beach restaurant right from our dock!

Lakefront Getaway Stay-Cation

Relaxation! Peacefulness! Amazing Sunsets! Fun for Everyone! If this is what you are looking for, you found it. Our completely renovated lakefront beach home sleeps 7 people in beds. Enjoy the evening sunset over the lake from the large screened in back porch. Provided for your enjoyment are paddle boards, kayaks, a canoe, horse shoe game, and lots more. The home is centrally located where you can visit multiple springs, lakes, rivers, state parks, trails, shopping, restaurants, and much more!

Modern Lake Weir House

Best sunset on Lake Weir! Lake front with private sand beach we are located on Sunset Harbor on Lake Weir. Plenty of dock space and beach space for several boats. House is on Bird Island and setup for entertaining friends and family. House was completely remodeled in 2018 with a modern contemporary design featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. One of the rooms is a movie theater with a 100” big screen that has a futon sofa. Can take the boat to Eaton’s Beach or Gator Joes just across the lake!

Majestic cabin on Fort Brook Farm

Get away from it all when you camp under the stars on our beautiful little farm. Our cabin is a bedroom with queen size bed and a sleeping loft that is a twin. Bring a sleeping bag for loft. This air conditioned and heated cabin has a little extra. There’s a sink, fridge, and a coffee maker with pods in the kitchenette. There’s a great fire pit that also is a grill. We have chairs and table to sit by your camp fire. The restroom and showers are separate. There is not a half bath in the cabin.

Cottage/Pets/EV Charger/3mi I-75/Hot Tub/Laundry

A peaceful, private newly built little cottage located on 1.3 fenced in acres, surrounded by a 200 acre cattle farm. Free EV charger. No pet fee! The best of both worlds, Rose Cottage is an easy 3.5 mins from I-75. Exhale while watching your dog enjoy the yard from the screened in porch, take a nap swinging in the shaded hammock, or listen to crackling flames while roasting marshmallows on the fire pit. Chi Institute 1m. Micanopy, Paynes Prairie 8m. UF, WEC, HITS, Ocala or Gainesville 20m.

“Divers Inn” on The Rainbow River

Located in Rio Vista which has it’s own private gated 3 acre park on the Rainbow River! The park has bathrooms, pavilions, grills and a boat ramp - so BRING YOUR BOAT! Relax riverside at the private park where you can fish and swim. Park is five minute walk (2 blocks) from the home. Free for guest use are kayaks and paddle boards. They can be transported with the golf cart which has a hitch and kayak trailer. If your vehicle has a hitch you may to use it for other area destinations.

Beautiful House On the River, Kayaks, Large Dock!

Come relax by the river in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in Lady Lake, Florida. Recently built by our family in 2022, the home has a screened in back porch, a fire pit, WIFI, and is complete with a large private dock right on the Ocklawaha River. All that and it's located only 10 minutes from The Villages where you can shop and have fun. Centrally located 1-1/2 hours from Disney, Daytona beach, and Tampa. Lockbox key access is available for check-ins at any time of day.