SPOTLIGHT
Astor, Fla.: Surrounded by the Ocala National
Forest, the guest cottage at Grasshopper Acres is a retreat
from big-city life. Bring a camera, easel or binoculars and
look for eagles, ospreys, sand hill cranes and white-tail
deer. Or enjoy canoeing on Little Grasshopper Lake (canoe
provided), play board games, or try badminton, croquet or
horseshoes.
For other amusements, Daytona Beach, St. Augustine, the
Kennedy Space Center and most theme parks are within a
90-minute drive.
The one-bedroom, air-conditioned cottage has additional
sleeping accommodations on a convertible sofa, a fully
equipped kitchen and all necessary linens. Rates are $85 per
night, two-night minimum, or $550 per week. Information:
352-759-3417 or www.grasshopper-acres.com.
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