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Serene Lakefront Retreat - Spacious and Cozy Chateau with Country Flair!

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Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Pool
Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11427.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Umatilla, FL
  • Ocala National Forest
    15 min drive
  • Spanish Springs Town Square
    32 min drive
  • Renninger's Antique Center
    34 min drive
  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    37 min drive

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About the area

Umatilla

On lake.Stay at this Umatilla vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Emeralda Marsh Conservation Area and Ocala National Forest. Emeralda Island and Palm Island are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grand Oaks Resort and Carriage Musuem - 30 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Spanish Springs Town Square - 32 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Lake Dora - 33 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Renninger's Antique Center - 34 min drive - 32.8 km
  • The Villages Market Square - 38 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mason Jar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪A Wish or Two Ago - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut / KFC - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serene Lakefront Retreat - Spacious and Cozy Chateau with Country Flair!

This split estate sits on 230+ Acres, private guest portion includes outdoor covered pool, not heated. an 80ft screened porch, with Viking grill and MORE THAN 4,500 sq ft. INSIDE!! Fireplace inside for your enjoyment .

Experience Classic Style and BREATHTAKING views in Florida's beautiful lake region. Endless views of lake and sky, with some of the best Sunrises you'll see on this side of USA! Back entrance over looks 80 ft screen porch, triple pergola with fire pit and large beautifully screened pool. All of this overlooks green pastures with cows as well as ponds and a lake. If you want peace and quiet, comfortable beds and a starry night sky, You Found it!
Cook in a fully equipped kitchen with a convection and advantium ovens. Eat in great room's dining area or out on the comfortable porch.
Whether you need this magnificent place for your Wedding, family reunion, teen's birthday, or just to get away - You found it!
You can arrange a hayride over the 100+ acres and there are boat dock nearby. You can move a little furniture and dance the evening away or go into the Villages to mill away an evening. But be warned, most people just cannot leave this bit of heaven once they are here.

-Private Covered Pool Area
-Fully Equipped Kitchen with Advantium Ovens and Separate Serving area/bar counter
-80 ft Screened in Porch with Giant Propane grill and sitting areas
-5 Unique and carefully designed bedrooms
-Multiple Bathrooms and half baths
-Restaurant Size Dining Area (can be converted into dancefloor
-Two living areas with couches/recliners/TV/Wifi and fireplace

You will not be sharing the space . Keep in mind that this is a very large estate (230 acres!) that requires many types of maintenance—occasionally you may see staff outside on the property (landscape/gardening, cleaning staff, etc), however no one will enter your indoor guest areas during your stay. This mansion was designed as two completely private and independent homes. The guest home (built into the hill!) is more than 4600 sq ft inside. Ms. Myra lives in her home on the upper floors of the building and may or may not be at the property during your stay. In any case, there is no overlap between these two homes and you will have complete privacy, including sound!
My Myra is also avaliable if you do need any furthur assistance to ensure that you have a great stay.

Property manager

Ms. Myra

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 4600 sq ft (427.4 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Well behaved children and pets may be considered.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Serene Lakefront Retreat - Spacious and Cozy Chateau with Country Flair! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Facility!
This property is e lower level, around 4600 sq ft, of a huge house. The owner, Ms Myra, lives on the upper level.It is a fantastic place for a party with many tables and chairs, plus sofas, love seats and recliners. The kitchen area is also large with a lot of counter space for food service. Ms Myra is an excellent host and very accommodating to special requests. Excellent facility!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Ms. Myra is an excellent host and very conscientious to making sure everything is satisfactory. Property is very well maintained and large enough for large groups inside and outside. I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

Liked: Cleanliness
100 % bliss!
My wife and i stayed for our 10 year anniversary. Not 1 bad thing thing to say. Ms. Myra was very kind and there for anything we needed. We would definitely recommend for any getaway or event. Very clean tons of space and super relaxing. Thanks again Ms. Myra. See u next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home off the grid
This is a huge house off the grid (~30 minutes to Eustis) on 250 acres of pasture at the end of a sandy dirt road! You rent the first floor which has a huge open area with two living room sets, 6 dining tables, and a large kitchen which was well equipped. The very large screened in porch also has several seating areas, then there is a large outdoor pergola, so plenty of space for a LARGE group (50+) to celebrate a special occasion. There are 5 bedrooms with 6 twins and two small queen/double beds. Some of the twins were a little ‘squeaky’ trundle beds. There were four bathrooms, 2 with big open showers (though the water made a mess on the floor with each shower). Decor was well kept, country style. The washer and dryer were nice to have. There is a large grill, and a large screened in pool with a “hot tub” but not heated so too cold to use in February (this was our biggest disappointment and this fact should be added to the VRBO description). Owner was super nice and helpful, and lives upstairs. Sandhill cranes and cattle in the pasture were also fun to see. No lake access yet. Overall very nice place to stay for the eight family members we had…
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
We had a great time. The kids loved it. Great birthday party for my brother! Sweet Lady manages the place. Awesome!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Kingdom by the Lake
I can’t wait to come back here, it felt like we were Royalty! There is so much space inside and out that you can do just about anything you want/need. The huge screened porch area with the lounge sofas and grill was a highlight. The pool is also enclosed which is a huge plus. We didn’t get to fish but the lake was beautiful and there is nothing like seeing water and trees in the morning. The inside feels very luxurious but also comfortable with tons of space to spread out, and it was extremely clean despite all of the space and rooms. We are considering using this spot again for an event. Thanks Ms Myra!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023