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The River House

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Mayo, FL
  • Suwannee River
    1 min walk
  • Perry Spring
    17 min drive
  • Rendezvous at Convict Springs
    13 min drive
  • Madison Station
    57 min drive

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About the area

Mayo

Located in Mayo, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Suwannee River and Lafayette County Library. .This vacation home is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Perry Spring and 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from Veteran's Memorial Park of Mayo.

What's nearby

  • Suwannee River - 1 min walk
  • Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park - 19 min drive
  • Lafayette Blue Springs State Park - 25 min drive
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 40 min drive
  • Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mayo Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subs and More - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Al's Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sonny C's BBQ - ‬16 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.

The River House

Tucked away down a quite country road, and nicely nestled along the historic Suwannee River. Come enjoy old Florida while relaxing with all the amenities. Whether you come to kayak, fish, explore the abundance of local springs, dive, hunt, birdwatch, or just sit back with a book you will find it here.

This 2 Bedroom 1 Bath house on stilts is nicely appointed to provide you a restful retreat. The 850 square foot home sits on just shy of an acre of land that opens up to 150 feet of your own private river frontage. Two little known springs directly across the river feed into the Suwannee. Launch kayaks from the private dock and you are a few paddles away. Fully equipped kitchen makes mealtime an easy option, and with two large sliding glass doors, your view of the river goes unimpeded while cooking and dining. One bedroom features a king bed, and the other offers a queen bed as well as twin bunk beds. Satellite internet helps you stay connected, and drives the TV which features apps to deliver whatever content you subscribe to (owners provide Netflix and Disney+). A large porch with rocking chairs and ceiling fans offers a view of the river while enjoying your morning coffee, and/or evening beverage of choice. Downstairs you will find plenty of space for cookouts, relaxing around the fire pit, or resting riverside on the wood deck and private floating dock. String café lights bring the nights to life, extending your outdoor space into the evening.

There are plenty of deer and wildlife; now the only thing missing is you. Come Rest and Re-Charge in old Florida along the historic and tranquil Suwannee River.

*Please note that the house is on stilts with stairs and has no elevator or lift.
For additional security there are three exterior cameras on the property. One faces the dock area, one towards the front gate, and the other the front door.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Michael & Trang Daniel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 864 sq ft (80 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Suwannee Riverside Retreat Property
Suwannee Riverside Retreat Bouvet Island
Suwannee Riverside Retreat Property Bouvet Island

The River House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 53 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison W., Chester SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Stop looking you have just found one of the best available
All you need to bring is your clothes! Kitchen is stocked - bathroom has products! Best of the best. Absolutely wondeef
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma v.

Liked: Cleanliness
River House
House is just as described. Vary comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation at its best
The house was very clean. Beautiful location with a beautiful view of the river. Had a lot of fun fishing and just relaxing. The host responded very quickly to any questions from booking to checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite family getaway and future memories
We come as often as we can and are never ready to leave. This place has become a such a tremendous part of our family memories going back and forth to the springs on the kayaks, playing cards and games inside or out, depending on the weather. Theyve provided everything you could want to enjoy an escape to a simpler, quieter way of life. Yhere is no ther place I could go and not look at my watch or the clock the entire time until we have to pack up. We know that no matter what mother nature provides, we are set with endless activities provided at this house because its ready for everything. If you want to get away from the rush of every day life and enjoy the country/river life with the comforts of AC and wifi, this place nails it every time. Its home away from home.if you forgot something, they probably have it stocked anyway. I cant say enough about how lucky we are to have found this place and thankful to the responsive and lovely family willing to share it with the rest of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect river house. Second time staying.
Second time and it was just a perfect as the first. Fantastic hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suwannee River Get away
The Suwannee River has become our favorite destination for vacation. Although it had rained and flooded the springs during our visit we had a wonderful time. We caught 3 big catfish! We played basketball, & darts. The porch is amazing for sitting and drinking coffee and watching the river. We will definitely be back. The owners were awesome with getting us to the house as the GPS took us down the wrong road. Everything was clean and I sure appreciated the creamers provided as I forgot to buy some to bring and it was a big help until I got to the store. Thank you for a wonderful stay and the use of your place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total Relaxation
Cleanest most well supplied rental I’ve been in. Private location on the river sets the scene for a relaxing atmosphere. We had a great time and highly recommend the River House.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

trista b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible home on the river!
Everything you can think of has already been provided. Peaceful, clean, family bonding. We had the very best time! I highly recommend this property! The location is perfect- right across the river from crystal clear springs without a current. The home was so clean and comfortable. The owners were gracious and accommodating. Quickly respond and made the check-in/out a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another hidden gem
We are in love with the Suwannee river and absolutely crave cabins that sit directly on the river. This one is really special, a true hidden gem. Clean, bright with a huge backyard and a private deck on the river. Will come back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay on the river
We loved our time at the river house. The location was on a peaceful and quiet country road, and we enjoyed listening to the sounds of nature. We brought our own kayaks and paddled both days. The current was strong, but the scenery was beautiful and there was practically no one else on the water. The house had a lot of nice touches including lots of firewood for the fire pit, games like basketball and horseshoes and everything you need to prepare meals. I'm very happy with the property and experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Adventure
Great property. The views are wonderful, and the house has everything we needed and more. We went for our son's birthday to fish and let him try out kayaking. He had a blast and wants to visit here again. We highly recommend this property for your next adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice river getaway
Quiet relaxing, loved the hidden spring across the river. Bring groceries and eat in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely adore this property! It's incredibly peaceful, and there are two small springs located just across the river - it's like having your very own personal springs right in your backyard. These hidden gems are never busy, making it the perfect spot for a family getaway. You won't need to bring anything other than your clothes and food, as the owner has gone above and beyond to ensure that the house is well-equipped for everyone, including the kids. There are 4 kayaks on site, as well as a variety of life vests and paddles to choose from. Additionally, there's a fantastic fire pit and plenty of wood. The dock and kayak launch are both in excellent condition, making it easy to get out on the water. We can't wait to book again next year - and hopefully even sooner!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroll V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, relaxing getaway!
This property was perfect for our getaway! Right on the river, beautiful views, awesome springs right across the river. We were so relaxed that our three full days there felt like we'd been on vacation for a week. The first night there, two Great Horned Owls chased each other around the yard. Second night we were treated to about 30 Swallowtail Kites landing in the trees and then leaving in mass. Once in a lifetime sighting! We are avid birders so this made our trip very special! We loved everything about it! We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on the river!
This was our second summer staying at this vrbo and we loved it just as much as last summer! The house was very clean, thoughtfully appointed, full of things to entertain the whole family, and the view can’t be beat! We love that it’s right on the river and still close to several local springs and restaurants. We plan to continue the tradition again next summer and I can hardly wait!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann & Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hang out, relaxing home, hidden gems!
We were super happy with the house, views and amenities. From the pics on VRBO, I didn't think we would have a great river view and so I was surprised to find there was an amazing view. That would have been enough but when we took the kayaks over to Running Springs, we were even happier about our choice. So the theme here..a happy place! We tubed down the Ichetucknee, played in those nearby springs but my nephew couldn't wait to get back to the house so we could go back to the little "blue lagoon" right across the river. The first night we decided to stay in so we could enjoy our surroundings. My nephew wanted pancakes for dinner and a box of mix magically happened to be stocked in the kitchen. The second night we went to Bigwood BBQ in Live Oak for dinner and would highly recommend that 1/2 hour drive. We saw deer in the nearby woods as well which we don't see in coastal south Florida where we live. Overall, this was a clean well stocked, homey place to stay in north Florida. We could have stayed longer and hit more of the nearby springs but ya' have to leave something to come back to!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GINGER S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay on the River
We really enjoyed our stay at The River House. The property is very nice and the house is very clean. We loved sitting on the dock. Very close to both Mayo and Branford. Both towns have nice restaurants. We would love to come visit again in the future. Thanks for hosting us! Todd and Ginger Stallings
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irisbeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend GetAway
This place is exactly what we were looking for. We loved the location, very quiet and relaxing. The house was extremely clean and well organized. Plenty of springs to visit just few miles from the house. If you want a peaceful and relaxing weekend this is the place to go.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Forget about life for a while
My husband and I needed a get away from the work rut. We got it! This rental is probably the cleanest, most organized place we have ever stayed. It was well stocked on everything. (NOT one of those places with 4 coffee cups and 1 spare roll of toilet paper). The property looked exactly as pictured in the ads. We had to message the host a few times with basic check in questions and a question about how to work the outside lights. The host was VERY responsive, answered within a few minutes. When I go back to work and the stress of "life" returns I'm going to close my eyes and remember sitting on that porch, drinking coffee, hearing the wind chimes and watching the river. Wonderful place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
This property was exactly what I hoped it would be. It was in a beautiful location right on the river and had a very nice outdoor space. The house itself was very clean and have everything you would need. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy home. Was relaxing to be right on the Suwannee River.
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

April b., bethlehem , ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Husbands 50th Birthday !
This place is beautiful! The owners have done a great job providing everything u could need ! The home is spotless and very comfortable! We spent most of our time on the porch watching the river flow by ! It’s very rural with lots of beautiful deer on the roads getting to the home ! We love this house and the area in general! It’s so nice to get away from the hustle and bustle !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what I was looking for.
I was very happy with the Property. I grew up (many years ago) in SW Florida and our coastal area has become very crowded. 1) I was looking to spend time "back in old FL" and; 2) I was looking for solitude and a much needed break from work & while we still had some cool weather. This listing delivered. It is quite a bit off the beaten path (as to my plans) and I would suggest that you not expect to go there to "Hoot & Holler". The area is quiet, the scenery is simple, serine & beautiful on the river. Inside, you're not roughing it - spotless residence with modern facilities & amenities as advertised. Brought my food & drink and wanted for nothing, (except... I wish I thought of a hammock and didn't bother to ask because it wasn't a deal-breaker by any means). I never left the property until I checked out. Thank you Michael & Trang
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALEX B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved it!
If you are looking to getaway from your everyday routine, this is the place to go. Pack your staff and let yourself vanish within the sound of the nature! Very peaceful place, conveniently located with nearby gas station and food store. Great place for fishing, hiking or just relaxing! We absolutely loved it! Everyone needs this kind of retreat in our lives!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022