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Quiet Historic Family Retreat with Pool--Pet Friendly--No Events

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bushnell, FL
  • Place, Dade Battlefield State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Webster Westside Flea Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida National Cemetery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Quiet Historic Family Retreat with Pool--Pet Friendly--No Events

Welcome to our beautiful home—perfect for a relaxing getaway with family or a small group of friends. The backyard and pool area are designed for quiet enjoyment, offering a peaceful space to unwind and recharge that includes fire pit and corn-hole.

We are conveniently located just a short 15-minute drive to The Villages and Middleton (The Villages High School), and only 10 minutes to Florida National Cemetery. The home is also near multiple local wedding venues, making it a great option for guests attending ceremonies or events while still enjoying a quiet, residential setting.

We are dog-friendly for well-trained dogs. We ask that pets be house-trained, do not chew on furniture, and be supervised at all times. Guests are responsible for any damage caused by pets.

Please note: This home is located in a quiet neighborhood with close neighbors. Out of respect for the community, this property is not suitable for parties, events, or get-togethers of any kind, including wedding rehearsal dinners or receptions. We strictly enforce occupancy limits; no more than 10 people may be on the property at a time. The outside of the property is monitored to ensure compliance.

This home is intended for quiet stays only. If you are planning a celebration, gathering, or event, this property will not be a good fit. If you are looking for a clean, comfortable, and peaceful place to relax, we would love to host you.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Dade Battlefield State Park. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Dade Battlefield State Park and 10 minutes from Webster Westside Flea Market
Quiet Historic Family Retreat with Pool--Pet Friendly--No Events offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO smoking inside house, you may smoke outside on the back patio.

STRICT NO EVENTS POLICY. There are to be no parties or events held at this property, including wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, etc.

Only standard-size passenger vehicles permitted through the backyard gate. Guests requiring oversized vehicle parking must arrange off-site parking.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs must be house trained and not prone to chew.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Quiet Historic Family Retreat with Pool--Pet Friendly--No Events Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacky L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is absolutely perfect! The rooms are beautiful, the extras that are included far exceeded our expectations! The pool was great and the owner has everything you could possibly need! Her communication was outstanding! We had such a great experience here and would 100% recommend it for a quiet, relaxing stay that includes a ton of extras! Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is an historic treasure, beautifully decorated and fully equipped. We enjoyed it so much! Huge backyard for dogs to run and everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ALISON A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lori is an excellent host! She is quick to get back to you, patient and kind. Her home is immaculate. From the cleanliness, to the decor, the comfortable beds and sofas, to the outdoor space. 10 out of 10! We will recommend this home to anyone who listens! Thank you Lori!Alison, Melissa and Bodhi
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., Cohocton, ny, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful! The house is unique and decorated accordingly. The back yard is large and enclosed. Our host was very accommodating and kind. Recommend to anyone that wants to stay in central Florida.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cordial host. Property is clean, well-maintained, and full of history!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Other than being surprised on the first couple of days by the "lovebug" infestation, we had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is amazing! The pool is lovely and the perfect size for a small family. The house is clean and decorated beautifully. It was so fun to explore the unique antiques and art. Lori our host was so sweet and helpful, and I love that she encouraged us to use her serving dishes to host our grandparents. I love the addition of the child lock on the back door to the pool. My son is autistic and the door was a concern of ours but we were so relieved to see the extra security on the door. We didn’t need to purchase any cooking supplies as she already provides almost any cooking ware you may need. House rules and check out rules were refreshingly simple, making us feel more at home and not like we had to walk on eggshells all over the house. Our family has already discussed trying to book this house again for our next trip to Florida.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela E., Mullins, SC USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend trip for family time

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house has plenty of space and it was really nice having a bathroom for each bedroom. Check in/out process was a breeze. Lori has decorated the home beautifully. Kitchen was stocked with everything I needed to make breakfast each morning. We had plenty of space to park and loved having our vehicles in the back behind a fence. The pool looked great but it was still a bit chilly so we just enjoyed sitting outside in the evenings. We will definitely choose this home next time we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house with plenty of space.

Great house. The backyard space is amazing. Love the kitchen and how well stocked the house is, specifically the kitchen. Description is very accurate.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding

We had an awesome stay! Would highly recommend! Lori was close by and right there to solve one issue. The house is spacious and loved having 3 bathrooms. The home is well stocked. We weren’t able to use the pool bc of temperature but had some local family and friends over for dinner one night and had a ball at the fire pit. Just perfect for our wedding weekend at Bear Tree Barn!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This place was amazing! The house has so much charm and everything you need was there. A family member forgot their toothbrush and there was a new one in the bathroom. Having firewood available was an extremely nice touch. Property manager responded promptly with any question prior to arrival. The added bonus was having fresh flowers and a welcoming card when we arrived. Thank you for a fabulous stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Went for mother in law 80th Bday that lives in villages. The house was close and easy back and forth. When staying in an old house you think the beds will be metal springs.. I LOVED that they had really comfortable mattresses and bedding just made it that much better. I look forward to coming back!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

deneen k., taylor pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

The property was wonderful. Just as described in the listing and Lori was kind and informative. Lori communicated with us throughout our stay and would love to book this house again!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica G., Canaan, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness

Farmhouse charm

The home is spacious, warm and inviting. We traveled down from Maine to deliver Wreaths for Bushnell cemetery. We were able to bring our semi truck back to the home and park it under the pole barn! 30Amp plug in!! The house had everything you could want and need. The candy machine was a nice touch, bring lots of quarters. lol
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home—Our Second Visit!

This was our second stay at Lori's home, and we're already planning more trips in 2025. The house is beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and equipped with everything you could possibly need. Lori is an exceptional host—friendly, communicative, and truly cares about her guests. By far, this is our favorite vacation rental. Our pup, Lucy, also had a blast and felt right at home.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jim s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Historic Home

Loved this home! This home is larger than it appears from the street and it is beautifully decorated (some antiques that we were careful not to use). It is so beautiful! The backyard is peaceful with a lovely pool. There are two parlors with plenty of seating. Beds are very high, esp. the 2nd queen room, but comfortable. Host was very responsive. Recommend for families with older children or all adults due to concerns for possible damage to the decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Son’s Wedding

We had beautiful weather ~ the pool was amazing ~ plenty of room ~ we ate outside or in the dining room it was fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy house

It was very exciting to learn some of the history of the house and very comfortable and fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique and Beautiful Home

First off, Lori was great to work with and very nice. Secondly the home is one of the coolest houses I've ever been in. It is dripping in personality and uniqueness while also being very comfortable and pleasant. It has a lot of space. The backyard is huge and well fenced in. The pool adds a nice spot to cool off and you are surrounded by a garden with all kinds of butterflies; super cool. The only issue was the front door's locking mechanism is really old and simply needs to be replaced with a standard dead bolt. Other than that, its probably my favorite Vrbo destination to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend with Lemurs

It was a wonderful long weekend. The host was lovely. Would stay here again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Private Treasure.

The charm and decor of this home is unmatched. Bushnell Florida is not really a tourist destination. That's why we like it here. Why pay for a resort, when you can stay here. The back yard is a park in itself. I have to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024