Fort King District stay.Your stay at this Fort King District vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology and Fort King. Bowlero East Ocala and Appleton Museum of Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).
HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
Silver Springs State Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
Paddock Mall - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
Getting around
Ocala Station - 8 min drive
Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
China Lee Buffet - 4 min drive
Beef 'o' Brady's - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 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.
Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square
Relax with the whole family at “The Canter”, our newly renovated, peaceful 2-bed/1-bath home. The Canter is spacious, quiet and conveniently located within the city limits, 5 min from the downtown square and just 20 minutes from The World Equestrian Center.
The Canter sits on a corner lot with plenty of outdoor space and a fenced yard for your pets.
This is the perfect location to enjoy the local businesses on the square, Silver Springs state park, Rainbow Springs and Santos Trail.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 3 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square to the airport?
This vacation home is 35.4 mi (51-min drive) away from the Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square to downtown Ocala?
This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Ocala.
Pet friendly 2-bdrm home minutes from the square Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Patrick C.
Mar 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and cozy
Very clean and nice. Liked the additives for the pets. Had a good stay. Liked having the fenced area for the dogs. There was a gap near the bottom of the fence line but it worked out ok.
Patrick C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
susan k.
Feb 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ocalla
Everything was fine. Would be. Sure people know there is no dishwasher. Nice location.
susan k.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
irene p.
Dec 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
irene p.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy C.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute House
This house was perfect for the two of us for a weekend stay. Thanks!!
Cindy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Crystal R.
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
This place is wonderful
The house was fantastic. Modern with a cozy home feel it was a great staycation home.
Crystal R.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allyson F., Hastings
Mar 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Little Get away
These are the type of people you want to plan a stay with! They are so thoughtful woth every detail in there home. It was cozy, clean, and had everything you might need! I will absolutely rent this again for our next stay in Ocala!
Allyson F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole B.
Feb 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Renovated Ranch Off The Square
The house has been completely updated to reflect a small, but charming “HGTV”-esque aesthetic. LVP floors, subway tile, cozy bedrooms, ample storage, and stocked kitchen and laundry.
The rental is charming, located in a suburban setting just a few short minutes drive from Ocala’s historic downtown and 25 minutes from WEC, for equestrian friends.
The level of thought and comfort provided by the hostess would be hard to match. I travel frequently for work and horse shows with my son, as was the purpose of this trip, and can honestly say that I was pleasantly surprised. It was so clean, well-stocked, and cozy. The hostess included easy to follow directions, instructions, and notes in a binder. The house is very secure and uses keypad entry, creating an added layer of security. The snacks and complimentary beverages were very thoughtful! The laundry room is even ready for use with every possible gadget needed!
The only considerations I would give are for those who have a hard time with steps. The home has a cute porch with steps off the back and a seating area on a deck, up front. As well, the stairs to the garage are no joke. They are big/steep, though there are only two and there is appropriate signage to watch your step. The home has been thoroughly updated inside and the rain shower was wonderful! The laundry is in the garage, which has not been updated, but is connected to the home via a sunroom. Super convenient and a perk for extended stays.
Overall 5 star recommend
Nicole B.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
George Z.
May 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
In Ocala to Celebrate family member graduating from University of Florida. Visited Silver springs while there. Great weekend. House very comfortable.
George Z.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda O.
Mar 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
The house was very welcoming and the owners have put a lot of work into providing everything, including treats, wine and dog bed and bowels. We enjoyed the paper plates as well as time seemed short to cook. Only point I would like to reference is that for dogs you need to be careful…the sofas are leather and the beds have beautiful white covers. My fur babies did enjoy the yard and no negatives to report, but if your dogs like to be up on furniture, come prepared. Keeping them off the beds was no problem. The challenge came when they came in with muddy feet after rains. But the owners did supply dog towels and clean up supplies. We would stay again…the owners answered questions immediately and the neighborhood and neighbors were nice. And the shower was fabulous…
Linda O.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca H.
Mar 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient location.
Unaware you could not wear shoes in the house. Signs on each door to remove shoes on rugs. I suggest rugs be removed. Enjoyed the wine and snacks. Perfect after a long arrival drive.
Rebecca H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Grace M.
Feb 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what I was looking for
Had a wonderful staycation! The house is newly renovated and everything is beautifully done. Perfect place to get a feel for Ocala.
Grace M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jan 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Comfortable Getaway
This was by far one of the best rentals we have stayed at. Very nice, clean and comfortable. The owner's have thought of everything for us and our four legged child! We enjoyed the welcome snacks and wine after a long travel day... thank you!!!
Coming from a busy area, it was refreshing how quiet it was here. Very close to the Square with shops, restaurants and breweries! And close to pretty much anything else you would want! Would stay here again for sure if in the area!
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Oct 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Lovely spot. You can tell the owners put a lot of effort in providing everything and anything need for a comfortable stay.
While pets are welcomed and accommodated very nicely - it is challenging for those of us who sleep with our pups - something to consider. I would definitely stay here again without the pups for a wonderful trip away.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
Oct 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We extended our stay for an additional week
This place is super nice and convenient to downtown Ocala, we stayed initially for 2 weeks while our home was having some repair work down to it. We needed a little extra time and we liked this property so much we stayed another week.
Jennifer D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
Sep 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
We stayed here while our home was being renovated, the home was clean and very well appointed, with comfortable beds. The rain shower head was very nice after a long day of work. It was a great location, convenient to grocery stores and shopping and most convenient to downtown Ocala. The owner was very prompt with any and all communication. She provided furry friend cleaning supplies. She really went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a comfortable as possible. If you are looking for a nice place to stay with pets and small family, look no further