Homes for Rent in Lake Harney Woods, Mims

Lake Harney Woods is true to its name. Surrounded by woodlands and on the edge of a 6,000-acre lake, this heavily forested community with just one road to get in and out, offers privacy and a sparse population that’s 40 miles from Orlando and 50 miles from the Canaveral National Seashore. Between the neighborhood's large lake and miles of wilderness teeming with alligator, deer and wild boar, hunting and fishing are a way of life. "This is an area for people who just want to get away and spend time outdoors," says Landshark Realty broker Brandon Spaur, who's been selling homes locally for eight years. "The roads are private, so people ride horses and ATVs around, which is just a lifestyle thing." Homes are few, but land is plentiful in Lake Harney Woods. When a property does come up for sale, it's typically a ranch or a custom build on a private road with 5 to 12 acres and a forest view. Tap water flowing from deep wells, backyard fire pits and chicken coops complete the country picture. "The price of the homes are a little less than surrounding areas like Geneva," says 12-year Realtor Remon Faragalla of La Rosa Realty Central Florida. Homeowners association fees are less than