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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property grounds
Dining

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crawfordville, FL
  • Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Shell Point Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crawfordville

On river.At this Crawfordville vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Wakulla Springs State Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Wakulla State Forest. San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and Wildwood Golf Club is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Wakulla State Forest - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 23 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Shell Point Beach - 30 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Florida State University - 34 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Station - 32 min drive
  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lindy's Fried Chicken - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 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.

Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise

Relax, Unwind, Reconnect in this sunny cottage. Tucked back on 2 acres, we call this private and spacious home our “Treehouse “ with private decks and porches nestled in the tree canopies. It’s the perfect vacation home

This cheery, newly renovated, well-appointed 1.5-story sunlit cottage offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Tucked back on a private wooded lot in a neighborhood that runs along the banks of the beautiful Spring-fed Wakulla River. Conveniently close to parks, the wildlife refuge, the beach and Tallahassee, there is so much to see and do within 15-30 minutes; but once you arrive, you may not want to leave this charming cottage!

Enjoy morning coffee on one of the many decks and dine outdoors or enjoy family time on the porch high up in the trees. This immaculate home is just a short 4 minute walk to the river where two kayaks await you for a morning paddle where you will see turtles, the occasional manatee, egrets and herons.

Our home is perfectly located for quick access to state parks, rivers, beaches, and Tallahassee.
This spacious, private cottage offers the perfect space for a getaway to explore the rich, natural resources of this unique area of North Florida panhandle.

Property manager

SARAH H HUNDLEY

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 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 10:30 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The full-size pull-out sofa is best for children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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

Wakulla River "treehouse" Retreat Crawfordville
Wakulla River "treehouse" Retreat Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.1 mi (27-min drive) from Shell Point Beach.

Does Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise to downtown Crawfordville?

This vacation home is 6.7 mi away from Crawfordville.

Wakulla River Retreat - a nature lover’s paradise Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature paradise

A beautiful tree house close to Wakulla Springs State Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home on a beautiful property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay at the Wakulla River Retreat! The house was extremely clean and everything was in good working order. The furniture and beds were very comfortable and all linens were immaculate. The property is very private and the neighborhood is quiet and safe. The listing and photos are accurate and provide a true sense of the home.Sarah was very responsive to questions and is an excellent hostess even providing baked treats for our stay. We would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private retreat

First time staying in the Crawfordville area. Came to see and visit the Wakulla Springs lodge and park. The house was absolutely perfect. Comfortable and cozy, this property is tucked back in the woods with a short walk to the small community dock. If you are looking for a quiet retreat this is the place for you. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Vacation

If you’re visiting Crawfordville, I cannot recommend this home enough. Sarah was an incredible host - communicative, helpful, and extremely dedicated to addressing any minor issue we had. The house is beautiful, private, and tucked away down a long driveway. A short walk away is a public dock with kayaks - we took these out several times. The Wakulla river is very peaceful and full of amazing wildlife. We saw all sorts of birds, some small alligators, and were even joined down the river for a bit by a friendly manatee - just be sure to keep a respectful distance, it’s illegal and unethical to bug them. There’s all sorts of amazing things to see in the area, from Wakulla Springs to St Mark’s wildlife refuge. Both are very much worth your time. We plan to return to the area as soon as we can, and I can’t imagine us booking any other place to stay. Thanks again, Sarah!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect gem

Second time staying here and I'll book here from now on. Perfect in all ways but for it is 35 minutes from FSU which is both a good thing and a bad thing. Clean, in a tranquil area, right next to the river, nicely decorated, and the owner has thought of everything. It was my son's graduation, and she left goodies and a balloon and graduation cup. Super thoughtful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Wakulla Getaway

Just book it! It's a great house that felt secluded. It is surrounded by woods with no views of any neighbors. There are multiple porches to enjoy nature and relax. The river is a short walk to a community park with a dock. The river was absolutely beautiful. There are benches so we walked down to the dock every night to enjoy the views. We also really enjoyed being able to take out the kayaks and explore. Wakulla Springs is a 10 minute drive away and a great place to spend the day. The host, Sarah, was incredibly helpful and went above and beyond. We had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Deep woods get away

Clean nice and secluded. The owner dose a great job of making you fell welcome and at home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect relaxing vacation

My husband and I stayed at this property while visiting friends and family in Tallahassee. We loved being so close to the river and having access to a canoe. The property is very quiet and in a lovely quiet neighborhood. We had everything we needed during our stay. The home is updated and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

We came to St Marks for a Mother/Daughter getaway!! It was just perfect!!! This home had everything you could need and more!! The personal touches were amazing!! Fresh baked goodies for breakfast!!! Such a wonderful touch!! The cleanliness of this home was excellent!!! We explored the beautiful area and looked forward to coming back to our beautiful, private home. Thank you for sharing this amazing getaway!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family visit

Very clean, comfortable, well appointed and fun things to do nearby. The host has thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. There was even a new toothbrush available for my son. Convenient to Tallahassee and all it has to offer. Wakulla Springs State park is a must see. A jump off the platform is refreshing. If our travels take us to this area we won’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place with river access

We had a great stay. The house was very well stocked. The neighborhood has river access with a boat ramp just down the road that we used for paddling. The owners and the locals were both very helpful and we really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthann G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Florida Flora & Fauna

This house was delightful. Crisp, clean and friendly. The beds were super comfortable...the outside decks allowed you to watch the local wildlife and hear all of the sounds of the woods and river "creatures". Our host was so very accommodating, helpful and always pleasant. If I am ever staying in the area again, I will try availability for this house.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Beautifully maintained property. There was a lovely welcome basket waiting when we arrived. The Hostess(Sarah) was so thoughtful and made sure we had all we needed. Also she checked on us during a storm to make sure we were all okay. Our stay was definitely 5 stars and more!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wakulla

Great little getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay

This place is a bit off the beaten path. However, this is a fabulous home. We enjoyed the wildlife and peace and quiet. The owners are local and were helpful in finding things to do and places to see. We felt at home here. This "the" place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outdoor Enthusiasts Paradise

If you’re an outdoor enthusiast this property will not disappoint you. It is minutes away from hiking, biking, and kayaking opportunities. If you’re a nature lover and want peace and quiet you don’t have to leave the property. The host goes above and beyond to make your stay memorable. The house was very clean simply beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H., Northern KY, Cincinnati OH

Liked: Cleanliness

clean & comfortable

In 20 years of VRBO stays, this house is the most perfect ever. The location was quiet and secluded, the house was spotlessly clean, the beds and furniture were comfortable. With Sarah's attention to detail and warm welcome we felt at home. Nearby Wakulla Springs was one of the most beautiful places we have ever seen. Unspoiled Gulf front and state and national parks provided many opportunities to explore. Don't miss a visit to the "lodge."
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Birder’s Getaway

This property is very comfortable with all anyone could want to relax and prepare meals. The bedrooms allow you to view the woods and wildlife, plus allow fresh air and birdsong to enter through the patio doors. The screened patios were my favorite hangout. The best part was the short drive to St. Marks NWR where I spent every day birding and viewing other wildlife. Most birders known that St Marks NWR is a hotspot for winter migratory birds. The house and the birding exceeded all my expectations! Thank you to my awesome hosts who made my stay more than exceptional.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Loved staying at this secluded place in the woods in a spectacular natural beauty area. The host was very attentive to detail, and the place had everything we could want. We’ll want to be coming back for a future Florida vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

A J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving & Florida State Football

This is our 2nd stay, and we will definitely be back. The setting, the proximity to FSU, and the comfort of this house is the best in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

A J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Game Weekend Getaway

While our Seminoles did not get the W, this peaceful home was a winner! This is the cleanest rental we have ever visited, and it is only about 30 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Florida State. Let your kids go to Recess while you enjoy the peace and quiet of this beautiful home. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

cottage in the woods

Little oasis in the middle of the woods. FSU parent's weekend. My hubby, son and I were able to unwind in the very clean and very organized two bedroom cottage. The owners were very communicative and even left delicious little muffins for our arrival. The cottage was spacious enough to have a few of my son's friends over for a little brunch. Great place to unwind and I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful retreat

Our family stopped in Wakulla on our way from NC to Port St. Joe. It was such a perfect little retreat! The house was clean and beautiful. It was updated and modern. And the kitchen was stocked with everything but food! It made cooking so enjoyable. Our daughter loved the wildlife we were able to see on our trip. Deer, frogs, and bugs in the yard. And while kayaking (the hosts provided kayaks), we saw turtles, birds, and two small alligators! We missed seeing some otters, but some neighbors said they saw some earlier in the day. Sarah was a wonderful host and made communication easy. She even left us fresh citrus muffins as a welcome gift! It was very sweet and kind and the muffins were delicious. Definitely check out the Wakulla Springs and go on the boat tour. It’s so close and a beautiful day trip. The boat tour was fun and we saw so much wildlife (including manatees). We went swimming in the spring (it’s cold!) and grabbed some ice cream at the Wakulla Springs hotel. Perfect for kids and adults! Our family would definitely recommend staying here. If we ever find ourselves back this way, we’d stay here again! Thank you Sarah and the Hundley family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great family get away

This was the perfect relaxing get away we needed. Lots of porch area front and back for relaxing and watching the birds and deer, for grilling, orning coffee or family memory shar time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing in every way!

We came from out of state to re-connect with some family and friends, and needed a peaceful place for us all to spend time together. We could not have picked a better place! The Hundley family defines the word 'Gracious!' They truly thought of everything we could possibly need, down to the tiniest detail. And the personal little touches made us feel welcome and happy to be there! We hope to return again...and again! Thanks, Sarah, Ridge, and Liam!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022