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Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate

Apartment in Ocala with kitchen and patio

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Experience the charm of Kemp House in this 2,500 square feet two-bedroom apartment. With its own entrance, large designer kitchen, office/music room with piano and keyboard, private gym with treadmill and free weights, living room featuring a fireplace and smart TV you can enjoy your favorite shows. Relax on the front patio or take a short walk to downtown restaurants/bars shops and entertainment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$443
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate

This apartment is located inside the famed Kemp House. The Kemp house, circa 1938, is a Tudor Revival home, built for T.J. Kemp an agent for the Sinclair Refining Company during the 1930s. This large residence is noteworthy for its brick detail and half-timbering. Originally a single-family residence, it eventually because a boarding house in the 50s and 60s-renting rooms weekly. Later it housed retail stores, a coffee shop, The Blue Heron Gallery, and more.

The two bedroom apartment is the entire second floor of the Kemp Estate. The apartment is about 2,500 square feet contains its own entrance (must climb stairs) bathroom, 2 bedrooms, large designer kitchen, office/music room, private gym, and living room.

The bathroom features a rain shower head, double granite vanity, fully stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and towels.

The master bedroom features a king sized bed with topper, closet, two ceiling fans, iron and ironing board along with an extra pillows and blanket.

The second bedroom also features a king sized bed with topper, ceiling fan, closet, extra pillow, and a small smart TV.

The designer kitchen features a wall oven and microwave, full sized refrigerator, granite counter tops, Keurig coffee maker, toaster, a dining table and chairs, and essentials like salt/pepper, oil, tea, coffee, creamer, sugar, etc. We do include a welcome gift of pastries to get you started on your first morning.

The Office/Music room offers a large work area and chairs along with a keyboard and upright piano.

The private gym offers a treadmill, free weights, and the Body Craft Gym System.

The Living room offers a large smart TV, a sectional couch which is also a pull out sofa bed, board games, and a beautiful fireplace with candles.

The TV is a smart TV so bring along your login information for Hulu, Netflix, prime etc. If you don’t have a membership, each app offers free trials in addition to the other free apps on Roku and live TV tile on Roku.

The front patio offers a gas grill, outdoor dining table, and outdoor furniture. There are also two bikes available for use. There is one reserved parking space provided. If an extra parking space is needed, please arrange prior to your arrival date.

There is a shared laundry room on property open 9am-9pm on a first come first served basis

**We offer one of the most affordable rates for a two bedroom within walking distance to the downtown restaurants/bars, shops, and entertainment.

**There is no pet fee, no additional person fee, only a $85 cleaning fee. Guests are not asked to do laundry/cleaning etc. as housekeepers will take care of it upon check out. Each apartment is cleaned by professional housekeepers who are paid by the cleaning fee with no markup for the owner.

**We offer great discounts for weekly and monthly stays.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet after 10pm please

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Flea med & vaccines. No loud or aggressive pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Private Upper Level Apartment in Charming Historic Ocala Ocala

About the area

Map
Ocala, FL

What's nearby

  • Ocala Downtown Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reilly Arts Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Juniper Prairie Wilderness - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • AdventHealth Ocala - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Ocala Station - 20 min walk
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Ocala - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Say Taco Tequila Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪District Bar & Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Brick City Southern Kitchen & Whiskey Bar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate?

As of 1 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate on 5 Jan 2026 start from NZ$443.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate located?

Located in Historic District, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Tuscawilla Park and Ocala Downtown Square. Discovery Center and Juniper Prairie Wilderness are also within 1 mile (2 km). Ocala Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Historic Second Floor 2 Bedroom Apartment Kemp Estate Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cari H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Amazing place!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place! The price is MORE than fair, great bang for your buck!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant location

The place is lovely a wonderful historic home apartment. Steep staircase but other than that exceptional. Hightly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

Beautiful area, lovely space of spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little Place

This was a great little place to stay for the night we were in Ocala! I do wish the stairs were noted in the description as they are very steep and having the door lock so low presented a little bit of a challenge with our young kids but overall it was a lovely place with a great location and lots to do!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Very nice and comfortable apartment. Good value for the size. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delynda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great host
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best overnight stay in Ocala

This property is very nice and plenty of space to move around! Loaded with games and nice gym equipment. Beds are really comfortable! Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Jill was such a gracious host. Everything was , clean and close to everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Stayed here for the night as we had golf in the morning, the downtown vibe was really cool. Great apartment as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second time visit/great accommodations

We were on the second floor of this beautiful and charming historic home located in a beautiful neighborhood close to downtown Ocala. Our host made sure we were totally happy with our stay. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Great place. Had everything you could need, also great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

It was a great place really close to downtown. Very spacious place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Loved he variety of games and entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sander k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Ocala

Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, very nice kitchen and excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stopover

Our family really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the games and darts it allowed us fun time together. The workout room was great as well.I would suggest a box fan or ceiling fan for the kitchen. While cooking in the kitchen there aren't vents and it gets very hot hot in there mid day.Otherwise beds were comfy. Decor was lovely. They had cookies and coffee ready for us as guests.The pic below is the food that we prepped for our granddaughters first birthday. The kitchen was spacious enough for two of us to work comfortable to prep all of that! The fridge was big enough to hold 6 large platters to take with us to set up at the event!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cozy place

Very comfortable place, to bad we were only there to sleep, maybe we will make it back for a long weekend another time to enjoy it more
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Billie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Historic Area

Very spacious and walking distance to downtown area and close to shopping areas. Comfortable and welcoming home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anadir S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quick get away

Lovely apartment, spacious and very clean. Very comfortable and walking distance to downtown Ocala with plenty of restaurants to chose from. The location of the apartment is ideal and in a picturesque historical neighborhood. I like to run, and felt safe in the neighborhood doing so. The apartment also comes with a well equipped gym if you rather do that. The weather was great during our stay. the one day that rained, we stayed indoors playing board games. The house has plenty of them to chose from. Overall, we were extremely happy with the apartment. I'll give it a 10/10. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cat L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My son's 17th Birthday...

Location is great. Close to Orlando... Apt is spacious. Pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

We loved the charming historic feel. Great location. Host was most accommodating with lots of special personal touches. Definitely worth the money. Please note it does have steep steps but we all did fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay while traveling!

My family and I stopped in Ocala to kayak Silver Springs and then head on to St Augustine. We arrived and the house was very easy to find. Check in process and communication with host was perfect. We were “warned” through the reviews about the steps but once you have your things upstairs, the apartment is clean, cozy and just what we needed for our stay! Would definitely stay again when in the area! Silver Springs is less than 15 minutes away and Ocala is a beautiful little town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melynda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous home, fun activities

Stayed during hurricane evac and was able to stay an extra day thanks to the host! This home is absolutely beautiful inside and out, and well equipped for all our needs. The board games, shuffleboard table, and dvds ensure no one will be bored. Beds are comfy and plenty of extra pillows and blankets were available. Water pressure was good in shower, note helped explain to wait a bit for hot water. The kitchen is amazing and the cabinets were stunning! Had great coffee every morning. Thanks so much to our host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Belinda A., Dunnellon Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home

We visited this property last year and stayed downstairs. This time we chose the larger upstairs apartment. The minute we walked in the door I loved the sun filled rooms , beautiful kitchen and large bedrooms. The only complaint that I have is the stairs. I fear that someone will really get hurt walking up or down those stairs. The stairs are to steep and only have a railing on one side. Is there possibly an alternate safer stair case. Thank You for sharing this wonderful home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023