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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A gravel driveway leading to a house surrounded by trees.
A porch with two metal chairs and a table, a yellow door, and butterfly decorations on the wall.
A bathroom with a marble countertop, a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.
A living room with a grey sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, and two side tables with lamps.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41024 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Lake City, FL
  • Place, O'Leno State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Fe River
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Ichetucknee Springs State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake City

In Lake City .You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of O'Leno State Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Santa Fe River. River Rise Preserve State Park and Sweetwater Lake are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • O'Leno State Park - 16 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Santa Fe River - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • North Florida Speedway - 24 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 25 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • Southside Recreation Complex - 26 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive

About this property

O'le Butterfly Cottage

Entire home
You’ll have the cottage to yourself.

*Newly Added Wi-Fi*
Sparkling clean

Great location,3 miles off I-75 , Exit # 414. 10 minutes from Itchetucknee Springs and many other springs close by. Surrounded in park like setting , fully equipped kitchen, laundry room,BBQ grill, picnic table and camp fire pit. Convenient to down town High Springs, Ft. White and Lake City and Gainesville. There are many state parks within the area for fishing, swimming, tubing, kayaking, hiking , race tracks, dirt tracks.

The space
Kitchen and bathroom amenities are supplied as well as laundry detergent and charcoal. Fully equipped kitchen.
Baby crib and high chair is avaliable upon request.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No pets, no smoking, no parties
No fireworks or discharge of firearms

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Ask Owner

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Except from outside

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
Note from host: Ask Owner
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Ask Owner For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
O'le Butterfly Lake City
O'le Butterfly Cottage Campsite
O'le Butterfly Cottage Lake City
O'le Butterfly Cottage Campsite Lake City

Frequently asked questions

How close is O'le Butterfly Cottage to the airport?

O'le Butterfly Cottage is 36.3 mi (51-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at O'le Butterfly Cottage?

As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at O'le Butterfly Cottage on Jul 27, 2026 start from $255, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does O'le Butterfly Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at O'le Butterfly Cottage.

Does O'le Butterfly Cottage offer free breakfast?

O'le Butterfly Cottage does not offer free breakfast.

What time is check-in at O'le Butterfly Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Does O'le Butterfly Cottage have a pool?

O'le Butterfly Cottage does not have a pool.

How close is O'le Butterfly Cottage to downtown Lake City?

O'le Butterfly Cottage is 14.4 mi away from Lake City.

O'le Butterfly Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

genevieve e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to vacation

Great place to stay with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eliska M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

peaceful hideaway

Easy to get to, convenient location in a very quiet area down a dirt road, with quick access to stores, gas stations, restaurants and the interstate. Has basic essentials, needed a computer to access Starlink, if you want more than basic tv. We enjoyed morning coffee on the front porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as listed

Everything was clean and just as listed, would recommend to anyone, much better than a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You Get BLUEBERRIES With Your Pancakes

The place was just as advertised. My two older daughters fell in love with the morning light in the bedroom and didn't want to leave. My youngest daughter really loved the toys!! The blueberry bushes were a nice treat. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

This was a great place to get away from it all. Nice property to walk around - a fire pit is available for s'mores or just enjoying. It is far enough from town to be relaxing, but close enough to be convenient. I loved that our host provided many of the things like dishwashing soap, little samples of soap and toothpaste, salt & pepper, coffee, tea, etc. Many places do not, so this was very nice. The only thing I don't think I was aware of was that there was no internet (which was surprising because there was cable TV. This WOULD have been OK, but my daughter had to do an online school assignment by midnight Saturday night. Fortunately, her car had wifi, so she went out to the car to do the assignments! There were two bedrooms and a fold-out sofa. Everything was very nice, clean, and very comfortable. We had a fabulous time and hope to come again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

DESSIE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Circumstances that couldn't be helped...

We chose not to check in on the first day and I let the owner know. On the second day we arrived at the residence. The weather had been bad the day before and that day too. Due to the weather some furnishing did not work such as the oven and washer/ dryer. Speaking on the phone with the owner she was aware of the issue but wouldn't be able to fix it that evening. My kids and I left after 20 minutes of staying there because I needed a way to wash my daughters softball gear which is one of the reasons I rented a home with such furnishings. I let the owner know we left and would not return and let her know she could cancel the rest of the stay. This is a place to get away from the busy life and enjoy nature, it just wasn't what me and my family needed. I wish some of the money would have been returned because of the stay not being fully what was in the description.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the country

Great place to stay in the country
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Everything was lovely and as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ichetucknee Springs kayaking

No nice and quiet at this property. Completely enjoyed the birds and nature from the front porch. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teena s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time, our host was awesome

Awesome the best time ever
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Miho l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home!

The home was very nice and quaint. It was a little further from the springs that i expected but it was very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Such a cute, relaxing place! Everything was fantastic, and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

We used cottage and played softball in Newberry! About 30 min drive but definitely worth the space and washer and dryer for ball uniforms! Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect dive stay (especially during Covid)

close to dive sites and shops, we cooked all of our meals in the very well appointed kitchen - and such a pretty cottage and peaceful area!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfy

This lovely cottage was better than described. Clean and well stocked. Althea is a wonderful host and responded to inquiries timely timely. It has everything you and your family needs for a quiet and comfy getaway. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobain W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to springs

Perfect place to stay after a fun filled day at the springs. Would definitely stay again, thank you Althea!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the beaten path

The Ole' Butterfly cottage was off the beaten path, but a great place to get away from it all . We had friends rent the adjacent property (Ole' Ladybug cottage) so we had the property to ourselves. Great times around the campfire and letting the kiddos unplug and run around enjoying nature. The stars were bright and spirits were high. The home itself was roomy and clean. Drawers and amenities were well labeled and we didn't feel at a loss for anything from grill supplies to band aids! You will not regret staying here to take a break from life!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

My only complaint is no wifi, which I don't recall seeing listed before I booked the listing. At least it should be more clear. And there is no seating around the fire pit. Other than that it was such a lovely stay! There were little soaps and shampoos, the pillows were very comfortable and so were the beds. The couch is not so much, so I wouldn't plan on anyone sleeping on it, but it was serviceable for what time we spent in the living room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place to get away

A short drive to Ichetucknee Springs or Ginnie Springs. Would stay there again. Much better than a hotel, or camping in the 90+ degree Summertime heat! We really enjoyed our stay and the beautiful property! Thank you!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat!

This is a great place to stay! Peaceful and quiet, and only about 20 minutes away from 3 great places to visit (that we know of!). Kayaking Itchetucknee Springs was the highlight of our trip, followed closely by our scrumptious dinner at Marion Street Bistro and Brewhouse in Lake City! We loved dinner so much we wanted to go back and were sad to learn they are closed on Sundays! High Springs had the cutest little town, with all sorts of unique shops to visit. We received amazing pedicures there, also. Although the beds are only full size, I believe my daughter and I would be comfortable in one bed and could give my overgrown son the other! We didn’t have time to enjoy the grill and picnic area, but it looks like it would be a great idea for my next visit, so quaint! I did enjoy sipping my tea on the screened in porch in the peace and quiet of the morning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute!

We stayed here to float the river at Ichetucknee Springs State Park. The grounds were beautiful and beds are comfortable. The host provided many sweet amenities to make the stay great like coal for the grill, wood for the firepit, and toys for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Springs

Felt like I could’ve used a little more information about the area and actual location of the house. It was very dark when I got in and I had no idea where to go or park or anything so that was disappointing also not having WiFi was a little rough to research the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

Our family of four (boys are 8 and 6) spent the weekend, and loved every minute! Native Floridians, but had never visited the springs, and this was the perfect retreat. Cottage was clean, comfortable, and peaceful, with plenty of space outside for the boys to run and play. Close to kayaking, state parks, and springs. Owner is extremely thoughtful, and made our boys' evening with a fun Easter surprise! Cottage is well-equipped with anything and everything you'd need. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this place!

Very clean and private. Comfortable bed. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really cute secluded country living area! Has everything you need to enjoy a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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