Holiday houses in Pierson

Retro Bus Camping / DeLand Woods campfire manatees

Stay in a 1970s Vintage Blue Bird Wanderlodge Bus we call The Hermitage Manatee. It's a 35ft camper perfect for the adventurer who is open to TINY living and escape to nature. It is located on a private acre section of our property next to our home. Plenty of parking for your motorcycle, trailer or truck. We are located outside Ocala Nat'l Forest, 2.5 mi. from a National Wildlife Refuge, 4 mi. from DeLeon Springs State Park and 6 mi. from Stetson in Downtown Deland and close to Daytona Beach.

Sanctuary on Lake George, Waterfront Paradise!

This is a small , attached Mother-in-Law apartment with a separate entrance. Best suited for a family. A waterfront paradise in the Ocala National Forest, down a 4 mile dirt road in a small neighborhood. Located on Beautiful Lake George at the mouth of the St. Johns River, a romantic getaway for two or fun small family water vacation. Close 5 Springs. Popular area for boating, jetskiis, airboats, fishing. Birdwatching, kayaking, canoeing, relaxing or sightseeing, hiking Amazing sunsets!

Camp Fox Den, waterfront cabin near the springs.

Vintage hunt | fish camp, circa 1965. Escape the city and relax by the peaceful, spring fed pond. Canoe from the cabin to Little Lake Kerr via private channel. Great fishing is around the bend, or off the dock. Conveniently situated in the middle of the Ocala national forest, you'll be 5 minutes from Salt Springs. Silver Glen and Juniper Springs are 15-20 mn away. This rustic cabin is surrounded by graceful live oaks and is often visited by wildlife like deer, bear & sandhill cranes.

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.

St John's Cottage Astor- escape to the forest!

A little bit of Old Florida - stay in this quirky cottage on the edge of Ocala National Forest with its beautiful clear springs! Set in an acre of land away from the crowds, with plenty of room to bring your toys, you're all set for outdoor adventures - Springs galore, river boating, horseback,kayaking ,skydiving, hiking- gorgeous outdoor deck& patio, grill! We allow one non-shedding dog, no pet fee charged, we just ask that your fur baby is kept off the furniture at all times.

Salt Springs Soulful A-frame Retreat

Do you love to play in nature but still have our creature comforts? This A frame in the Ocala National Forest is the spot. There are 2 springs both 5 minutes from the house, Salt Springs & Silver Glen Springs. Beautiful Juniper Springs, Silver Springs and Alexander Springs are all a hop, skip, and jump away. This fully loaded A frame is stocked with a shed full of fishing gear. Mosey down to the boathouse and try your luck fishing right in the backyard at the canal.

River house with 2 boat docks

This perfect St Johns River house has a dock and boat slip on the river, then also has an additional dock with boat parking on the canal on the other side of the house. A nice deck with a jacuzzi that you can relax in next to the river. Enjoy the sunset or go fishing right off the dock. Bring your boat and take a ride to Silver Glen Springs. Beaches and Daytona speedway are a 40 minute drive. Disney, Universal, and Sea World are just over an hour away.

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.)

Cottage on horse farm

Casual cottage on horse farm in rural setting. Stroll through the flower gardens and paddock lanes of the 30 acre horse farm. Watch horses trained dressage. Country atmosphere but still only 10 minutes to grocery store, 5 minutes to restaurants, 15 minutes to historical downtown Deland, Stetson University & skydive Deland. 30 minutes to Daytona Speedway, 45 minutes to the beach. NO WI-FI