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Suwannee River Bungalow

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Gorgeous View of the river, Boat ramp is not usable.
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Boat ramp is not usable, Fanning Springs boat ramp is right around the corner
Floating dock
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Old Town, FL
  • Popular LocationFanning Springs State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationHart Springs Park18 min drive
  • Popular LocationManatee Springs State Park21 min drive
  • AirportGainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Suwannee River Bungalow

Get away from it all. Easy access to Fanning Springs (1.0 mile up river) and Manatee Springs (8 miles down river). Bring a boat, or two 2-person kayaks available for use. Great views from the deck. Very peaceful.

Please make note the boat ramp at this property is not usable, however, there is a boat ramp at Fanning Springs which is minutes away.

Most people that know the Suwannee River feel that the home's location is fantastic, and the best of all the options. The river in this area is very large and grand, especially compared to up river where it can be quite narrow and crowded. It's size makes it great for skiing, tubing, and boating, and dealing with other boaters isn't really an issue. It is far enough up river (about 32 miles by boat) that you don't have the biting yellow flies of the coast, but close enough to boat down to the coast and back for fishing, or spending the day on your own private secluded island beach. The area has very little development as well, so you get the real sense of being in "old world" Florida. It truly is a unique, wonderful experience.

Please note: cell service may be limited. Unit does not currently have WIFI. This property is quite rustic and remote, and is a great way to get away from it all. However, there is limited access to cellular phone service. Please understand the nature of your get away before booking.

Master bedroom with queen bed, guest bedroom with double bed and pull out sofa in family room. Sleeps 4.

Enjoy sitting around the firepit or watching the sturgeons jumping by while sitting on the floating dock. In the winter you may see a manatee. Nature at it's best.

One of the more common questions we get is regarding docking a boat at the property. You have a few options with regards to keeping a boat on the Suwannee River (flow of the river and boat wakes are a problem). Approximately 1/2 mile down the road from our rental house is the Fanning Springs boat ramp.

Leaving the boat in the water with the current and other boaters creating wakes is possible, but not optimal. You can tie-off to the floating dock but you would need several good boat-bumpers. Again, the current and boat wakes put your boat at risk unless you are careful, and we are not responsible for boat damage or lost boats. There is room to keep a boat, trailer and vehicle at the property.

Property manager

Cheryl Tyrone
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Old Town

Located in Old Town, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Dakotah Winery and Hart Springs Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fanning Springs State Park and Suwannee River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Old Town, FL

What's nearby

  • Fanning Springs State Park - 12 min drive
  • Chiefland Farmers Flea Market - 14 min drive
  • Hart Springs Park - 18 min drive
  • Manatee Springs State Park - 21 min drive
  • Ginnie Spring - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beef 'o' Brady's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Suwannee Belle Lan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chompers Diner - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Suwannee River Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Suwannee River Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Suwannee River Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Suwannee River Bungalow located?

This family-friendly Old Town holiday home is located on the riverfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Suwannee River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fanning Springs State Park and Dakotah Winery. Chiefland Farmers Flea Market and Hart Springs Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Retreat
We had a very comfortable stay in Old Town. We enjoyed all the local Springs that we swam at. Grocery stores and restaurants were all with in 6 miles. We will return again next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay.
Excellent trip again! Will return again next year. Love this place. Well stocked, clean and excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and quiet
We loved the property and would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family Vacation
The stay was ok. The water was terrible. We did have drinking water, it was the well water. We did not use the washer because of it. The grass was very overgrown. It was clean inside.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Read the fine print
Yes it was clean , easy to locate, plenty of parking and on the river. That being said , what is does not state in the listing is that there is no safe drinking water so you have to bring bottles and jugs of water to drink, cook and brush your teeth with. Yes it is on the river but what is not in the listing is that the river can flood at anytime which is what happened to us. It was so high it flooded into the yard and made the river's currents too dangerous to use the kayaks. Be careful read all the fine print.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun time
We loved being on the river . First time seeing the Suwannee River. Peaceful Enjoy exploring the area
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Florida charm
We very much enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and comfortable. We loved being right on the river and the shaded yard. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out of state friend came to visit
Loved staying here it was very peaceful and beautiful to stay along the river!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cute & clean river house
We arrived and had immediate access to the keys. We walked in and everything was so clean. The house is older but the owners have updated everything. New flooring, fresh painted, updated decor, fully stocked kitchen, and updated bathroom. The beds were cozy. No wifi was fine, we had phone service the whole time, firect tv was enough for the very small amt of time we even watched tv. We also didn't have kids wanting to sit in front of a video game. The view of the river was amaxing, its so quiet and relaxing. We sat on the porch most of the time, just taking in the peaceful environment. We wish we would had rented a boat to tour the river area however, we did visit a couple local towns on the gulf, cedar & horseshoe. We highly recommend this place & will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

joanie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Renovated Trailer
The place was clean and comfortable. The second bedroom is Tiny, the hallway Narrow. The kitchen and bathroom are Renovated nicely. The listing claims washer and dryer. Where are they?
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Total relaxation
The bungalow is nothing fancy but right up our alley. We were very pleased with everything.It was a nice clean little place, very quiet and relaxing on the river. Definitely something we would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing break
I took a few days to get away for myself and this was the perfect spot. Very relaxing. Everything I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem !
Cheryl is a wonderful host. She communicated everything from our initial booking to our checkout. All of the amenities where there. The Bungalow was very clean. Cheryl also recommended some great places to visit in the area. (Devils Den for Snorkeling, Canyon Zip line Park, and Cedar key.) We enjoyed looking at the stars at night on the floating dock, the fire pit, and enjoying coffee on the outside patio in the morning. Your kayaks are a complete Bonus! It was a great get-away! Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer P., New Port Richey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place to stay
We have visited this property every year many years. It’s quiet has everything you need. The owner is great at communicating. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Front
Very quiet surroundings which we enjoyed and very relaxing, which is what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Erica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous area; hoping to spend more time there in the near future.
Just as described
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
We stay here every time we visit. It is excellent. Very clean and well stocked. Easy check in and departure. Excellent location. Will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Angela S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bungalow
Enjoyed coffee on the porch with the river view. One thing that could be fixed is the sliding glass door. It was difficult to open.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Bruce & MaryAnne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
It was very nice for what it is. Not as clean as we are used to, but nothing to complain about. The yard needed mowing and there was some poison ivy, but thats hard to control being secluded like it is. It ws very quiet and people in the area were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Causey's Pest C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a great and a beautiful place to stay on the riverside
We saw a couple of sturgeon jumping above the water during our stay there. My son and I enjoyed the two-person kayak. It is a very peaceful place to stay and is close to all amenities, just a few minutes away from the grocery store, etc. There is no WiFi, but they do have DirecTV, so we were able to find something to watch while relaxing. We didn't even watch the DVDs we brought with us. We have AT&T and Verizon networks, which are not strong but enough to research and browse some things. Additional information: My husband is 6'1" and needs to duck his head on one of the door. If someone is a few inches taller, say 6'5, they would hit their head on the fans, so taller people may not like it very much. I am 5'1", and it does not bother me, but it may be an issue for tall people out there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suwannee River Paridise
Awesome stay again. Loved the whole place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rev. Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Healing
My three daughters and I visited to honor the second anniversary of their father’s death. We did the same last year and have started a tradition. The calmness of the River, no Wi-Fi so we were given the opportunity to unplug, talk and play board games was priceless. Fanning Springs is also an added gift, The beauty of nature and the quietness of the bungalow are a true gift
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
comfortable bed, great location
Very enjoyable stay with nice view of the Suwannee River, convenient for kayaking and cycling nearby. comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard (Bud) K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. House was very well accessorized.
We had a great time. House was well equipped and comfortable. Bed was comfy. Good time Thank you Cheryl !!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home on the river
This is a perfect little get away, right on the river. We ended up needing to stay an extra night and it was super easy to book an extra night no issues besides no fish were biting! Otherwise perfect little get away for a few days
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cheryl Tyrone

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Our family has owned a home on the Suwannee River for 10 years now. We enjoy spending time on the water and relaxing with our friends during the summer months and hosting football and holiday parties during the fall/winter months. We have two children who have grown up bringing friends out the river for birthday parties and just to spend a fun weekend. Our Australian Shepherd loves running the property and hopping on a jet ski or the boat with us. We currently live and work in Gainesville and escape to the river for down time.

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English

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