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Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin

Live Oak vacation home with kitchen

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, a glass door leading to a patio, and a view of a forested area.
A single-story house with a green roof, a front porch, and a small staircase leading to the entrance.
A dining area with a table set for four, wooden chairs, and a window with curtains.
A spacious room with a dining area, a large mirror, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with beige cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62032 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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McAlpin, FL
  • Place, First Federal Sportsplex
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Suwannee County Historical Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Suwannee River
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Live Oak

In Live Oak .Within 12 miles (20 km) of this vacation home, you'll find First Federal Sportsplex and Suwannee County Historical Museum. Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center and Baker Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • First Federal Sportsplex - 13 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • Baker Park - 13 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Suwannee County Historical Museum - 13 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • Suwannee River - 15 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park - 18 min drive - 17.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Stoudimires - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Stone - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The McAlpin Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪the zone - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Larmare's Restaurant - ‬14 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.

Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin

Remote Work Friendly | Great for Stargazing | 10 Mi to Downtown Live Oak

Seeking a quiet, rural escape? Perfect for traveling professionals, this charming 3-bed, 2-bath vacation rental in McAlpin is a serene home base! Nestled on 5 private acres, ‘The CatHouse Forest Hideaway’ is near the Suwannee River and Little River Springs. After a day of work or exploration, unwind on the furnished deck and enjoy the peaceful wooded views. Book your next Florida work-stay today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 full bed

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 Smart TVs (in each bedroom)
- Dedicated workspace
- 2-person dining table, additional bar seating

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck, forest views
- Spacious yard

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics, spices

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi
- Washer & dryer, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans

FAQ
- Feral cats on property
- 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story house, step-free access via ramp
- 36” doorways & entrances

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Near hiking & fishing, wildlife spotting
- 13 miles to Little River Springs, Suwanee River
- 14 miles to Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park
- 14 miles to Downtown Branford
- 21 miles to Troy Springs State Park
- 90 miles to Jacksonville Int’l Airport, 102 miles to Tallahassee Int'l 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 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID is required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story house offers step-free access via the front porch ramp
- There are 2 feral cats that live nearby and roam the property. The cats get an annual rabies vaccine and have been fixed. They are fed by the owners in a shed that is off-limits to guests
- Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front of the home facing the entrance and road. Camera 2 is located at the back of the house facing the backyard. Camera 3 is a Ring doorbell device facing the front entry. The cameras do not look into interior spaces. The first 2 cameras only record video when activated by motion, while the third camera records both video and sound. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Unit size: 2,032 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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 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
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. 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 first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

504740

Frequently asked questions

Does Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin to downtown Live Oak?

This vacation home is 9.5 mi away from Live Oak.

Work, Play & Explore! Retreat w/ Deck in McAlpin Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas O.

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

Great stay!

Had a very great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SharonRatliff

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

Quiet & Kept

This house was clean and quiet. We enjoyed our stay. The only element that was missing was a TV in the living area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Relaxing

We had a wonderful stay. The home is secluded and very quiet and relaxing. Has everything you need. The host Mabel was very responsive from the beginning until the end.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024