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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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

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About the neighborhood

Old Town

Walk to the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Suwannee River and 6 miles (10 km) of Fanning Springs State Park. Dakotah Winery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Hart Springs Park is within 12 miles (20 km).

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Direct access to a private beach

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Suwannee River Bungalow House Old Town
Suwannee River Bungalow House
Suwannee River Bungalow Old Town
Suwannee River Bungalow Old Town
Suwannee River Bungalow Private vacation home
Suwannee River Bungalow Private vacation home Old Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Suwannee River Bungalow have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Suwannee River Bungalow offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Suwannee River Bungalow?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Suwannee River Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Suwannee River Bungalow?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Suwannee River Bungalow have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Suwannee River Bungalow have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Suwannee River Bungalow to downtown Old Town?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Old Town.

Suwannee River Bungalow Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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