Laurie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This is a fun relaxing way to enjoy the spring fed river and see some fantastic views. They also rent paddle boards and kayaks.
21 locals recommend
Rainbow Springs State Park Tube Rentals
10830 SW 180th Avenue RdThis is a fun relaxing way to enjoy the spring fed river and see some fantastic views. They also rent paddle boards and kayaks.
Withlacoochee River
This is the river behind our property.
There is a nice 2.4 mile walking trail. You are likely to see lots of wildlife as well as some great scenery. They also have equestrian trails.
Ross Prairie State Forest
11040 SW State Rd 200There is a nice 2.4 mile walking trail. You are likely to see lots of wildlife as well as some great scenery. They also have equestrian trails.
This is another beautiful spring located about 40 min away from the house. It has a glass bottom boat tour as well as a beautiful park. You can also rent kayaks and visit the springs via water
218 locals recommend
Silver Springs State Park
5656 East Silver Springs BoulevardThis is another beautiful spring located about 40 min away from the house. It has a glass bottom boat tour as well as a beautiful park. You can also rent kayaks and visit the springs via water
Crystal river is a great area for fishing, boating or swimming. It empties into the gulf. Great place to see manatees.
28 locals recommend
Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
1502 SE Kings Bay DrCrystal river is a great area for fishing, boating or swimming. It empties into the gulf. Great place to see manatees.
https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/event.a0p400000024TkhAAE.html Check out this link. It is sooo much fun.
Scalloping in Homosassa
5297 S Cherokee Wayhttps://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/event.a0p400000024TkhAAE.html Check out this link. It is sooo much fun.
Big Blue Spring
This is very close to the house and is a hidden treasure.
Goethe State Forest
9110 Southeast Co Road 337Great trail for hiking or biking.
Petting Zoo Ocala
11150 Florida 40Devil's Den Prehistoric Spring
5390 NE 180th Ave
Hospital Hole
5490 Darlene StI had some guests visit Two Tails Elephant Rescue and they absolutely loved it and highly recommended to visit. I recently went there myself and it is definitely worth the money. An amazing experience.
26 locals recommend
Two Tails Ranch
18655 NE 81st StI had some guests visit Two Tails Elephant Rescue and they absolutely loved it and highly recommended to visit. I recently went there myself and it is definitely worth the money. An amazing experience.
Welcome to Withlacoochee State Trail
At 46 miles in length, the Withlacoochee State Trail is one of the longest paved rail-trails in Florida.
With a generally flat terrain and many access points, the trail is an ideal venue for all skill and fitness levels of cycling, running, walking and skating. An unpaved equestrian trail parallels portions of the paved trail. The trail corridor traverses three counties (Citrus, Hernando and Pasco), offering an enjoyable, varied journey as it runs through small towns, ranches and six distinct natural communities between Citrus Springs and Dade City.
Officially designated as part of the Florida Greenways and Trail System, this state trail is also designated as a National Recreation Trail. It offers rich opportunities for viewing plants and wildlife and provides access to many outstanding recreational opportunities.
Among the recreational highlights nearby are the unpaved trails in the Croom area of the Withlacoochee State Forest, the Withlacoochee River (South) Canoe Trail and Fort Cooper State Park.
6 locals recommend
Withlacoochee State Trail - Gulf Junction Trailhead
2246 W Magenta DrWelcome to Withlacoochee State Trail
At 46 miles in length, the Withlacoochee State Trail is one of the longest paved rail-trails in Florida.
With a generally flat terrain and many access points, the trail is an ideal venue for all skill and fitness levels of cycling, running, walking and skating. An unpaved equestrian trail parallels portions of the paved trail. The trail corridor traverses three counties (Citrus, Hernando and Pasco), offering an enjoyable, varied journey as it runs through small towns, ranches and six distinct natural communities between Citrus Springs and Dade City.
Officially designated as part of the Florida Greenways and Trail System, this state trail is also designated as a National Recreation Trail. It offers rich opportunities for viewing plants and wildlife and provides access to many outstanding recreational opportunities.
Among the recreational highlights nearby are the unpaved trails in the Croom area of the Withlacoochee State Forest, the Withlacoochee River (South) Canoe Trail and Fort Cooper State Park.
Cannon Farms
11801 SW 180th AveThis is a beautiful place but is only open May -June
Food scene
Stumpknockers Restaurant
13821 SW State Rd 200Great seafood and bar with beautiful views.
Red's Restaurant
8411 N Carl G Rose HwyBreakfast and Lunch place. Large portions and delicious food.
Food is great. Order the pie first so you don’t run out of room!
24 locals recommend
Front Porch Restaurant
12039 N Florida AveFood is great. Order the pie first so you don’t run out of room!
Burger Station
2700 N Florida AveThis is definitely a local favorite.
Breakfast Station
11352 N Williams StGreat place for breakfast.
Huge retirement community a short distance from the cottage.
If you are visiting friends or family in this community we are only a few minutes away.
On Top of the World Communities
8447 SW 99th Street RdIf you are visiting friends or family in this community we are only a few minutes away.
Equestrian events and Activities
The World Equestrian Center is a Meca for all things Equestrian.
The World Equestrian Center is located about 20 minutes from our guest home.
133 locals recommend
World Equestrian Center
1750 Northwest 80th AvenueThe World Equestrian Center is located about 20 minutes from our guest home.
Massage /Day Spa
"The vision for Grace for Today Wellness Spa is to provide a safe place to reflect, rejuvenate and revitalize. Treat yourself to Yoder's Ice Cream, St. Pete Coffee and more at our Daycation Cafe -- exclusive to our guests, by appointment only."
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Traveler advice
Don't miss
Tussock Moth Caterpillar
During late March thru April, the Tussock Moth Caterpillar invades Central Florida. I will do my best to keep the kayaks and canoes cleaned off but it’s almost impossible.