Waterfront Tiny Lodge | Kayak, Canoe, Forest Access + Firepit Nights
Tucked into a charming cluster of tiny homes managed by Sherwood Vacation Rentals in Umatilla, Florida, this peaceful one-bedroom retreat offers an authentic Florida nature escape. Enjoy quiet mornings overlooking the pond, active afternoons on the trails or water, and cozy evenings around the firepit under the stars.
🌿 Your Private Tiny Retreat
🛏️ Cozy Queen Bedroom – Includes fresh sheets, towels, and peaceful surroundings.
🍳 Kitchen Essentials – Stocked with the basics so you can whip up breakfast or a quick bite after your day’s adventure.
📺 Living Area with TV – Perfect for winding down.
🚪 Sliding Glass Doors – Open to a private deck with two chairs facing the pond for a morning coffee or sunset drink.
🚣♂️ Canoe & Kayak Provided – Paddle the peaceful pond, try your luck fishing, or just glide along the water.
🔥 Outdoor Vibes
🪵 Shared Fire Pit Area – Four Adirondack chairs, space to grill, and the perfect place to enjoy a crisp night or swap stories under the stars.
🌴 Island-Like Setting – The road becomes sandy as you approach, making the whole area feel like a private, off-grid getaway — even though you’re still within reach of everything Umatilla and Ocala have to offer.
🌲 Adventure Next Door
Just beyond the gate of the property, you step into one of Florida’s most impressive nature preserves.
🌳 Ocala National Forest – Right next door
Hiking & Biking Trails – Over 34 trail systems including parts of the Florida National Scenic Trail.
Horseback Riding – Explore miles of equestrian trails through pine forests and around scenic lakes.
ATV & Off-Roading – Ride over 180 miles of designated OHV trails with access points nearby like Big Scrub and Lake Delancy.
Fishing & Canoeing – Lakes, ponds, and natural springs offer countless opportunities for water fun and wildlife viewing.
🌾 Sunnyhill Restoration Area
Located just minutes from your front door, this sprawling 4,400-acre reserve offers:
Multi-Use Trails – Hiking, biking, and horseback riding.
Levee Trail – A 7.5-mile trail along the Ocklawaha River with breathtaking views.
Wildlife Watching & Tower Views – Spot sandhill cranes, otters, and birds of prey from the scenic observation tower.
🌊 Lake Dorr Recreation Area
Just a short drive away:
Boating & Fishing – For bass, crappie, and more.
Swimming – In clear, designated lake areas.
Picnic Shelters – For laid-back lakeside afternoons.
🚵♂️ Nearby Outdoor Adventure Highlights
You’re in the heart of outdoor lover's paradise, with activities and rentals all around:
🏇 Adventure Parks & Outfitters
The Canyons Zip Line & Adventure Park (Ocala) – Ziplining over limestone canyons, ATV tours, horseback riding.
ATV Off-Road Adventure Tours (near Ocala Forest) – Guided tours through sandy trails and forests.
Fiddler’s Green Ranch – Horseback riding through wooded trails and overnight horse boarding if you bring your own.
Wildflower Farm (Paisley) – Great for family horseback trail rides.
Wilderness RV Resort Rentals – Nearby for kayak and ATV access to the forest.
🚴♂️ Santos Trailhead and Biking Area
One of Florida’s premier mountain biking trail systems!
Features trails for beginners to expert riders, including Vortex Freeride and miles of cross-country and pump tracks.
Also great for hiking and trail running in a more structured environment.
📍 Location & Access
Located in Umatilla, FL — near major preserves and adventure zones.
A rustic sand road leads to the property, adding to the sense of a true back-to-nature retreat.
Minutes from Ocala, Paisley, and Altoona, and a short drive to downtown Mount Dora’s dining, shopping, and entertainment.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you wish to extend your stay, extensions must be booked and paid for through your online booking engine. Verbal agreements, mentions or intentions to extend do not guarantee availability. Failure to vacate the property by the scheduled check-out time will result in additional charges and potential penalties.
