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Boathouse w/ Screened Porch: Quiet Chiefland Home

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Interior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

188 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Boathouse w/ Screened Porch: Quiet Chiefland Home

'Retro River Retreat' | Floating Boat Dock | Nature Lover's Escape

Dive into waterfront fun at this 3-bedroom, 3-bath vacation rental in Chiefland! This property, situated right on the water with a floating boat dock, offers easy access to outdoor adventure. Spend the day exploring Manatee Springs State Park or taking a stroll along Main Street. Afterward, return home to the inviting fire pit and screened porch and enjoy a relaxing night with your crew.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed, 1 full futon
- Additional Sleeping: 1 queen air mattress, 1 portable crib

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 Smart TVs, DVD & VCR players, video library
- Dining table
- Board games, books

OUTDOOR LIVING
- 2-boat floating dock, boathouse w/ screened patio
- Screened porch
- Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided)
- Fire pit (wood provided)
- Fenced yard

KITCHEN 
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided)
- Microwave, blender, Crockpot, toaster
- Trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL 
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating, window A/C units, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer & laundry detergent
- Linens/towels, beach towels, hair dryer
- Power generator

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, step-free entry

FAQ
- Limited cell phone service

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- Space for 2 boat trailers

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Suwannee River near biking & hiking trails
- 12 miles to South Main Street
- 6 miles to Manatee Springs State Park & Chiefland Golf & Country Club
- 43 miles to the Gulf of Mexico (accessible by boat)
- 26 miles to Cedar Key
- 54 miles to Gainesville Regional Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 22 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home offers step-free entry
- The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty due to the rural location
- Please be mindful of wildlife in the area, including alligators in the river

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,028 square feet

Similar properties

Property grounds

Suwannee River Retreat

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 187 reviews
Suwannee River Retreat

Policies

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 first aid kit
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

524866

About the area

Map
Chiefland, Florida

What's nearby

  • Manatee Springs State Park - 13 min drive
  • Chiefland Farmers Flea Market - 21 min drive
  • Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge - 21 min drive
  • Dakotah Winery - 24 min drive
  • Fanning Springs State Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Treasure Camp on the Suwannee - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boathouse w/ Screened Porch: Quiet Chiefland Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Boathouse w/ Screened Porch: Quiet Chiefland Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Suwannee River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Manatee Springs State Park and Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge. Chiefland Farmers Flea Market and Eddie Buie Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Boathouse w/ Screened Porch: Quiet Chiefland Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remote retro river cabin
Great location Great river view Loved the raised screened-in dock porch. The house could use some updating. I dont have allergies but found house seemed to trigger a runny nose situation while there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Peaceful retreat right on river
Fabulous location, quiet and relaxing. Gracious host too, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Quite retro retreat
Great get a way!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

Wonderful Vacation
We looooved this house! Would stay again in a heartbeat. Clean, spacious and "Old Florida"! Lots of outing opportunities close by and within about an hour's drive from the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

Great little getaway
Very relaxing, the boathouse was awesome. The family loved the house. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Relaxing retreat
What a perfect place to disconnect from everything and relax!! The owners are wondering host and neighbors. We're already looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene s.

Family vacation
Relaxing place in a quiet neighborhood. Loved the boat house and fishing off the dock. Close to several springs we visited. Great restaurants nearby. Rented a boat one day for trip on the Suwanee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erick S.

Mary's Review
Mary was terrific at check-in and the property was beautiful on the Suwannee River. Such a beautiful place. The screened porch outside was super cool to relax and just chill on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

matt r.

Just what we needed
The property was perfect. Everything it was said to be and more
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Great Getaway
We had a very relaxing stay. Wish we would have had more sunshine but the weather did not cooperate. The owners were next door and very helpful! We had everything that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

A True Natural Florida Experience
The place for nature. Plenty of experiences available...river, hiking, nearby springs, and base to adventure into the surrounding areas. Also great for downtime from everyday life. Host are available and gracious. Look forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley D.

Retro provides a much needed reprieve
Wonderful location. Liked the " well distributed " house plan. Nice folks. Enjoyed the stay despite inclement weather. Make sure you're prepared to be nearly "off grid"
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Great stay on Suwannee River
Rustic River is a retro property sitting on bank of the Suwannee River in a remote area which is what we were looking for. Plenty of good restaurants in area within 20 - 30 minute drive, great bike trails and golf at the throwback Chiefland Golf & Country Club. The house is campy but very serviceable and met all of our needs. Mary Beth and Joe are great hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niki M.

Beautiful location, wonderful owners.
The property was beautiful and well cared for. The house was also very well cared for. The area is a very quiet and private place. We would absolutely love to rent this property again just not through Vrbo. They were the only horrible part of the experience. Property however is definitely a five star for my family and I.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Beautiful river stay!!
Want to get away from the city and just get on the river and relax? This is definitely the place!! We loved the way this house was away from society, tranquil but still holding everything we needed in a home. The property owner were extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the surrounding areas right down to sand bars and restaurants on the river. I highly recommend staying here. Worth every cent and every ounce of energy to get here. We will undoubtedly stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Tradition in the making
I’m a huge fan of the Suwannee River experience, the opportunity to comfortably share that with my friends and family is all made possible with the Retro River Retreat!! I will definitely bring my tribe back year after year!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dora S.

Wonderful Easter weekend
We rented this home for Easter weekend, which also happened to be our daughter's birthday. We had a wonderful relaxing time. The grandkids had a blast. We would love to come back in the summer when it's warm. There was a surprise cold front during our stay, so we didn't get to do too many outside activities. Would highly recommend this home and hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Varnell N.

Great vacation Stay
Plenty of room. Nice boat dock.... perfect location on the Suwannee, close to Manatee spring, Fanning spring, several river side restaurants. Sandbars and of course not far from the Gulf. Close to town if you need to pick I’ll a few groceries too. Just a Great place to be. We really enjoyed. The owners Mary Beth & Joe are a wonderful and kind couple. Very pleasant and are just . Super friendly people
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

Fantastic :)
My wife and some other family needed a place to stay for a wedding as well as a place too visit family nearby and this place ended up being perfect! Comfortable, plenty of room, river front, all you would need for a long stay available and kid friendly! The owner Mary is a very kind friendly person who lives next door. She is very familiar with the area and very accessible if you need her but in no way overbearing. I would 100% recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Franklin W.

Quiet Beauty on the Historic Suwannee River!
You may start your morning watching deer playing in the front yard, or fishing from the private floating dock on the Suwannee River, but either way, only the sounds of nature and wildlife and the occasional sound of a fisherman's boat easing along the Suwannee will disturb your peace. No need to bring much more than your camera and fishing gear. It is well equipped and comfortable. Watch the sunrise or sunset over one of only two rivers in the US that have no industry on its banks anywhere along the 200+ miles as you feel the stress that you have come to escape just melt away. It is large enough for comfortably accommodate a large family or small group of friends. We came for a reunion of high school friends, and had a very special event. Four thumbs up!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Katie K.

Nosy Neighbors
I wasn’t going to give a review at all, I was raised if you don’t have anything nice to say then keep to yourself. The owners are next door and I mean next door, they see and watch everything you do. They have stuff in the rental so they are coming in and out all day. And they are watching you the entire time as well as their neighbors across the street. It’s truly unsettling. The house is old, needs lots of upgrades. The kitchen and the cabinets are gross, the bathrooms are even more so. The beds are hard as rocks. The back yard is great lots of area to play corn hole and stuff but you have the owners right there. We never had more then 7 spend the night but she thinks we did bc he knows better then us. If you don’t mind someone in your business 24/7 then signup for this place otherwise I would pass. I have been a customer of Vrbo for years and this is by far the worst experience. To be accused of things that never happened, I mean how could I hide anything they were right there. The house had no issues when we left. I did what was asked…I think someone is just finding a way to keep her security deposit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Great Getaway on the Suwannee River
The house is very clean and sleeps 7 very comfortably. It has a great screened dock on the river which is very nice and relaxing. The location is very close to springs and restaurants. Owners were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

SHARON B.

convenient location
Comfortable. Served our needs quite well and the location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexia T. K.

Awesome ! getaway
Spacious, Great Views! Near everything. The people are so friendly, everywhere! Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

All about the porch, the water, and the round dining table!
We spent a quiet few days with our family on the most serene river. Visiting the Suwannee River was on my husband's bucket list, but there are very few places to stay. Mary's place came up as as retro river retreat and we booked it. It was like walking back in time, not only the home but the scenery. Many Florida waterways are packed full of boats and people but not here. It was absolutely beautiful on the water. And Oh! the porch! so wonderful to sit and have coffee in the morning while my boy fished his heart out. We spent our evenings, after the sun went down around the table playing games. Three bathrooms and three bedrooms was such a find for my large family. The house looked like I had just walked into my Grandmother's home 50 years ago. Everything was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with pans and utensils. WE will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022