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Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Live Oak

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms2350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Live Oak, FL
  • Place, Suwannee County Historical Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ichetucknee Springs State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Live Oak

Heart of Live Oak.Stay at this Live Oak vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Suwannee County Historical Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center. First Federal Sportsplex and Baker Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Suwannee County Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Suwannee River - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Madison Blue Springs State Park - 36 min drive - 32.8 miles
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 38 min drive - 38.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pepe' Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Italian Pizzeria And Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10


Step into a beautifully restored piece of North Florida history. Built in 1923, this spacious 5-bedroom Southern home blends historic charm with modern comfort just minutes from Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, the Suwannee River, and Florida’s most beautiful springs.

Perfect for families, friend groups, festival weekends, wedding guests, retreats, and extended stays, The 1923 comfortably sleeps up to 10 with large gathering spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, firepit, and room for everyone to relax.

✔ Sleeps up to 10 guests
✔ 5 private bedrooms
✔ 3.5 bathrooms
✔ Fast WiFi + workspace
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Large dining & gathering spaces
✔ Firepit + outdoor seating
✔ Washer & dryer
✔ Self check-in
✔ Free parking for multiple vehicles

Unlike cookie-cutter vacation rentals, The 1923 offers original hardwood floors, historic millwork, tall ceilings, and authentic Southern character you can feel the moment you walk through the door.

After a day at the springs, on the river, or enjoying live music at SOSMP, gather around the firepit beneath the live oaks, cook a big group dinner, stream your favorite shows, or relax on the porch and enjoy the quiet pace of North Florida.

Perfect For:
• Family vacations & reunions
• Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park festivals
• Hulaween & concert weekends
• Wedding guests & group trips
• Baseball & softball tournaments
• Church retreats
• River weekends & spring hopping
• Traveling professionals & remote work stays

Minutes From Everything

Springs, Rivers & Outdoor Adventures
• Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park — 10 min
• Suwannee County Fairgrounds — 5 min
• Downtown Live Oak dining & shopping — walkable
• Suwannee River / Dowling Park boat ramp — 12 min
• Peacock Springs State Park — 25 min
• Ichetucknee Springs State Park — 30 min
• Rum Island tubing & swimming — 25 min
• Blue Spring & Branford Springs — 30 min
• Madison Blue Spring — 35 min

Festivals & Entertainment
• Hulaween Music Festival — 10 min
• Florida Folk Festival — 20 min
• Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center — 20 min

Whether you're gathering with family, attending a festival, exploring North Florida’s springs, or simply looking for a peaceful place to reconnect, The 1923 offers a memorable stay full of comfort, character, and Southern charm.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 2,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please gather all towels and put in shower/tub downstairs.
Gather all trash, including the refrigerator, and dispose in big garbage can outside the back door.
Set A/C to 78 degrees. Return any keys you used to the lockbox by front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 on Jun 4, 2026 start from $603, 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 Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 to downtown Live Oak?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Live Oak.

Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quinn & Cyndi are so responsive and helpful! The property is comfortable, clean, and well maintained. We had 3 generations together & enjoyed the Florida Folk Festival immensely. We’re so glad we stayed here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Felix W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it and we appreciate your hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you very much for having us. We would like to book again for the same convention.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025