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Smart TV, DVD player, video library, offices
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Crawfordville, FL
  • Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Shell Point Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crawfordville

On river.You'll find Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park and Wakulla Springs State Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Wakulla State Forest is within 6 miles (10 km) and San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 23 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Shell Point Beach - 29 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • St. Marks Lighthouse - 42 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Station - 31 min drive
  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lindy's Fried Chicken - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 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- Manatee Cottage

Relax, Unwind, Rejuvenate. Wakulla River Hidden Cottage is a lovely 2 bedroom/1 bath and nature lover’s retreat. The cottage is nestled on a partially wooded lot and is just a 4-minute walk to the gorgeous spring-fed Wakulla River, to the park, boat ramp, and community dock. A large screened porch runs the length of the cottage and a wide kitchen window overlooks the lovely private back yard.

Explore the river in a comfortable Old Town canoe (with seat backs and cup holders). The canoe is available to rent from us for a reasonable rate. Or relax at the house in front of a large screen smart tv and watch movies on a rainy day. Grill out or read a book under an umbrella on the back yard deck or walk the wooded neighborhood. Enjoy the private backyard and the colorful perennial flowers and garden spot.
Start your day with coffee or morning meditation from a private deck that sits just off of the kitchen, high among the trees, and overlooks a wooded walking path that winds through the woods along the side of the cottage.

You will love this sweet cottage and will return home after your visit renewed and refreshed! The cottage is so close to a plethora of parks, places to paddle and hike, the coast and is just 20 minutes from south Tallahassee.




Property manager

SARAH H HUNDLEY

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
  • Note from host: Please contact Sarah if you must bring a pet

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Wakulla River Retreat
Wakulla River Hidden Retreat
Wakulla River Hidden Cottage Retreat Crawfordville
Wakulla River Hidden Cottage Retreat Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (26-min drive) from Shell Point Beach.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to downtown Crawfordville?

This vacation home is 6.7 mi away from Crawfordville.

Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and quiet

The house was clean and in a quiet area. Exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ahhhhmazing Place

The property was top tier! Everything is there and extremely clean! Sarah was top notch! We lost power while we were there due to a storm and Sarah checked in on us several times to make sure we had everything we needed! We will definitely stay here again and I hope sooner rather than later!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JT D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely hideaway

House was immaculate and well appointed. We were greeted with some yummy breakfast pastries on the counter. Cute hideaway a few minutes walk from the river. It was nice base camp for our tour of the Big Bend area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Tally visit w our daughter

We had an incredible stay at the cottage. It was so peaceful! I could sit on the porch all day. Sarah was an amazing host! Communication was excellent!!!! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation destination

House and neighborhood were great. Enjoyed hanging out on the river. Perfect screen porch to watch the rain storms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wakulla Trip

Our stay at Manatee Cottage was amazing! The cottage was clean, cozy, and comfortable! We LOVED that there was a canoe available for our family to use on the river. The river was a very short walk from the cabin. Everything was even better than the pictures. We hope to be back again! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place for FSU Graduation

Such a cozy comfortable cottage. It was great to have a quiet place to come "home" to after all the festivities at FSU! Thank you for another great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly K., Cleveland, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

What a wonderful cottage! The host, Sarah, went above and beyond to welcome us and make us feel comfortable. The cottage is located in a great location close to many hotspots for birding and nature exploring. Upon arrival we were greeted with delicious homemade muffins and fresh eggs that came from the neighbor’s chickens. The cottage was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. It was fully stocked with all the necessities and much more. A canoe & kayaks were available for our use but unfortunately we ran out of time to use them. We very much enjoyed sitting on the porch at night and listening to the owls. We are looking forward to another stay here in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and comfortable

This property is outstanding. We heard Barred Owls in the evening while relaxing on the amazing screened in front porch. The neighborhood is very quiet and is close to great attractions like St Mark’s NWR/lighthouse, Wakulla Lodge, andSt.Mark’s/Tallahassee bike trail. The host is very interested in her guests’ experience. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne H., Winter Park FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Birding adventures

We stayed at this beautiful property to go birdwatching in Saint Mark’s national wildlife refuge. Some of the most beautiful birds and so many of them! The home was exceptional! We felt very welcome. super clean. One of the most comfortable beds I have had in a vacation rental ever. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot to unplug!

Peaceful, quiet neighborhood. House is very comfortable and well stocked. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing weekend

We had a wonderfully relaxing weekend at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage. The cottage was so well stocked with everything we needed. We loved the home baked treats when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect river get away

Location was perfect house was clean and equipped with everything you would need. Kayaks and Canoes were a plus and a great way to see the river. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seclude, very homey and very short walk to Wakulla River

Stayed for 3 nights for a short vacation. Was greeted with homemade muffins, a very clean, comfortable and well stocked home which had everything we needed including fresh eggs for breakfast. We enjoyed the large front porch and loved the dock and swimming area a 4 minute walk from the front door. Saw the neighborhood deer many times to top it off. Would recommend and stay here again ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our time at the cottage! Sarah goes above and beyond. 5 stars, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed S., Gibsonia PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wakulla Vacation

Property was nicely appointed and well-equipped. Neighborhood was quiet and very walkable. Sarah was a great host and was always responsive to any questions we had. Property was close to amenities and conveniences, such as grocery stores and restaurants. Also close to parks, especially St Marks NWR. Nice to see manatees at the community dock. Hated to leave, can't wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Streamlined informative check-in

Nice property that has spacious quarters in good weather re: lovely screened in porch. Owner gave excellent directions to the home. Homemade pastries greeted us. Note to VRBO in general and not to this owner in particular: the high cleaning fees PLUS check-out cleaning instructions make VRBO less competitive with hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful relaxing and quiet

Clean, very well supplied. Good communication w host. Really enjoyed screened in deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and pleasant inside on the coldest day of 2022

This immaculate cottage in a quiet wooded neighborhood was a fine place to stay when the freezing weather kept us inside. Plenty of space and everything we needed for cooking, relaxing and reading. Also smart TV for entertainment and very comfortable King bed for great sleep. We returned home rested and refreshed - ready to start the new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Clean cottage in the woods of North Florida located in a small subdivision. Saw several deer roaming through the neighborhood. Property has dock/access to the Wakulla river. Place is bigger than perceived, master bedroom is spacious even with a king size bed. Front screened in porch is really nice and bigger than the pictures show. Fire pit would be nice to have, but I can understand why they may not have one due to the proximity in the woods. For coffee drinkers there is currently a standard drip coffee maker (with filters, cream and sugar). Only thing missing was an ice cream scoop :) Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness

beautiful house

best stay in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wakulla Springs

Cozy Cottage and Great location for visiting Wakulla Springs and Saint Marks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway

Very nice cottage in the woods. Lots of bird song in the morning. Screened in porch fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Slice of Heaven

Sarah was the best hostess we could have asked for! The cottage was clean, comfortable, organized and had everything we needed during our stay! She put her own personal touches on everything and left surprises for our family. Instructions were clear and the communication was outstanding. The property and surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. We had the best vacation and would definitely book this cottage again in the future. 5 STAR
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rponald D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Cottage in Wooded, Sparsely-occupied Neighborhood

Well-maintained, comfortable and attractive with lovely backyard.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022