Places to stay near Hontoon Island State Park

The Luxury Lake Front Zen Casa

The Zen Lake Front Cutie is teaming with wildlife! Enjoy exquisite sunsets while lounging on the wrap around deck or relaxing in the therapeutic hot tub. A star gazer's delight, a bird watcher's paradise. Zen & eclectic: original art, exotic décor, Zen lighting, & Indonesian wood. Just a hop from I4, 30 mins from New Smyrna beach, 40 mins from Orlando, 50 from MCO airport/Disney/Sea World. 5-10 mins from the natural Blue Springs, Green Springs, Gemini Springs & the iconic St. John's River.

Rustic Retreat in the heart of Lake Helen

This charming rustic home has a lot to offer. It has many nooks where your family can unite and create moments for their memory buckets. Florida room allows you to observe nature and is a perfect spot for your coffee. The house has one master bedroom (king size bed) with attached full bathroom. It has a second bedroom with two built-in beds (twin and full size). There is a separate shower room and a separate restroom. Upstairs it has a 3rd bedroom with 2 built in twin beds and a 1/2 bathroom.

The Secret Sanctuary in Sanford, 5min from Airport

Welcome to your quiet, spacious, and private sanctuary. Enjoy all new appliances in the full size kitchen, a 50” flat screen TV, and a shaded outdoor area surrounded by greenery. It is located only minutes from the Orlando Sanford International Airport, Historic Downtown Sanford’s restaurants and shops, Lake Monroe’s scenic waterfront, and is centrally located between Florida’s beaches and the amusement parks. **Space is cleaned with EPA approved cleaners, including high touch surfaces**

Persimmon Place, family friendly historic cottage

Come unwind in a piece of history. Our 1920s historic bungalow offers just that! We've renovated this home to provide all the comforts you expect, while ensuring its unique character shines through. You'll love our prime location, just a few blocks from the lively heart of Downtown and the beautiful Stetson University campus. Start your day on the front porch, perfect for enjoying the neighborhood, or find a peaceful retreat on the back porch overlooking the fenced yard – a haven for kids.

Private Farm w/ Beach Near St.JohnsRiver

Farm life at its best! Located right next to our tree farm, bass stocked pond with dock on property, decor is Palm trees, Exotic Zebra farm life. There is a Chicken coop to feed chickens and gather eggs (if they are laying). Pasture with miniature Mediterranean donkey, ( Pablo) Zebra. (Ruby ) 1 miniature pygmi goats (Oreo), pig, (Georgia ) and a lamb (Grady ). I am a phone call away! 6 min drive physically. We also have a beautiful venue you can rent for a weddings or an an event.

Tropical Cottage & Garage 2 Miles from Blue Spring

This cozy spring escape sits privately behind a unoccupied garage among the quiet oak streets of Orange city. conveniently located 2 miles from Blue springs state park, 5 miles from Downtown Deland and 30 minutes from the beautiful beaches of Daytona and New Syrmrna. This property provides a unique connection to nature. Enjoy an outdoor bathroom experience with a shower under the stars. Blue Springs is now open for swimming & water fun as of May 23, 2025! Garage amenities included!

Mira Bella South

Tiny Home (one of two guest houses) on a private 13 acres in a small equestrian town. Away from the main house, so it is private, but not isolated. Ideal for 2 guests, but there is a pull-out sofa which could be comfortable for one more adult or a couple younger kids. (Some have mentioned it's not that comfy for grown-ups. Very firm.) (If dates you want are unavailable, search for Tiny Home in Lake Helen - Mira Bella North.)

Hidden Gem - Cottage in Lake Helen

Nestled in a beautiful paved and gardened backyard space. My 640 sq/ft private cottage is behind my home in the small quiet town of Lake Helen, only a mile off of I-4. The cottage is filled with all the amenities that will make you feel at home. The cottage has one queen bed and the sofa bed is perfect for children. Also a pack and play for little ones. The cottage is perfect for two but will suit 4.

The Cottage at True Trail Farm

Our studio Cottage is pet friendly and sleeps 2 comfortably. This is a tiny house where we have managed to fit all essentials for a relaxing stay. We are 5 minutes from historic downtown and 30 minutes to the World’s Most Famous Beach, Daytona Beach. Enjoy fresh eggs from our chickens in the morning before heading to the Springs for a cool dip or manatee watching only 10 minutes away.