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6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway

Chiefland vacation home with kitchen

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A covered deck with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of a lake.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden walls, a window with curtains, a painting of fish, and a ceiling light.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a potted plant.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms2028 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chiefland, FL
  • Place, Manatee Springs State Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Key Pier
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Devil's Den
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chiefland

On river.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Manatee Springs State Park and Suwannee River. Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge is within 9 miles (15 km) and Chiefland Farmers Flea Market is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manatee Springs State Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fanning Springs State Park - 28 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Hart Springs Park - 41 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Cedar Key Pier - 46 min drive - 32.5 miles
  • Devil's Den - 55 min drive - 46.8 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tickled Pink Grillers - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Treasure Camp - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Kilted Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Country Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Treasure Camp - ‬16 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.

6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway

'Retro River Retreat' | Boathouse w/ Screened Patio | Nature Lover's Escape | Fireside Evenings

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 24 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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

524866

Frequently asked questions

How close is 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway to the airport?

This vacation home is 56.7 mi (94-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway to downtown Chiefland?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi away from Chiefland.

6 Mi to Manatee Springs! Family Riverfront Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply fantastic! 10 min to Manatee Springs State Park. Right on the beautiful Suwannee River with a sunroom on the dock for sunrises and sunsets! The owners, Joe and Mary live next door and are wonderful hosts. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a quiet, relaxing, spacious place to stay. Good seafood restaurants in the area. Grocery stores and shopping close by.
View of backyard looking out living room window.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, roomy, all the comforts required in a vacation stay, wonderfully maintained lawn/yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay at. Owners were very welcomimg upon arrival. Everything you need to stay during your trip. Will be booking again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Quite retro retreat

Great get a way!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Consultant

Great quiet location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene s.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt r.

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

Just what we needed

The property was perfect. Everything it was said to be and more
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley D.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susanne V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: 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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Varnell N.

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Quiet Place on the Suwannee River

Friends and I were kayaking the southern part of the Suwannee and needed a home base on the river. We enjoyed our stay. The place is definitely retro but it’s on a great piece of land on the river. The dock and boathouse were awesome to relax on and the yard is plenty big. Beds were comfortable as was the living room. Everything in the house was clean and a lot of space for us to hang out in the evenings after being on the river. Wi-Fi worked great, which was good because there was no cell signal. If we ever decide to kayak down that way again we would definitely look into staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025