NEW!! Relaxing Riverfront Escape Close to Springs

Fort White, Florida
$287 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Unwind at this serene waterfront home on the Santa Fe! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental boasts a beautiful and private location with a number of outdoor and indoor amenities to make your stay as adventurous or relaxing as you desire! Whether you want to kayak or tube the nearby rivers, explore Florida State Parks, enjoy world-famous diving in the local springs, or just unwind on the dock while taking in the surrounding scenery, we have what you need to make this your best trip ever!

Private Dock | 2.5 Acre Property | Wood-Burning Fire Pit

This cozy house is perfect for family or friends looking for a comfortable place to crash after some outdoor adventure! Check us out on Instagram for more photos: www.instagram.com/floridariverhouse

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bed

Kitchen: Well-equipped, Keurig, toaster, blender, spices, cooking basics, dishware/flatware
Outdoor Living: Charcoal grill, furnished porch, outdoor dining area, hammock, cornhole, fire pit, swimming, fishing
Indoor Living: Flat-screen TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime accounts, family games
General: WiFi, central air conditioning, washer/dryer, linens/towels, hair dryer, hangers Accessability: Stairs required for access
Parking: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV parking available w/ hookup

The house is central to a number of state parks, crystal clear springs, and public access to the Santa Fe and Suwannee rivers. Bring your kayak or paddle board to launch from the private dock on the property, or launch your small boat from the quiet boat ramp less than a mile from the house! There are also plenty of local options to rent a kayak or canoe.

Scuba divers, cave divers and free divers have plenty of exciting options nearby, including Ginnie Springs, Ichetucknee, Troy, Blue Grotto, Devil's Den, etc. See the guest book for a list of some of the best local dive spots and shops.

A short drive will take you to High Springs (11 miles) for popular antiquing shops and restaurants; to Lake City (24 miles) to golf, watch a race at the raceway, or grab a beer at the local brewery; or to Gainesville (30 miles) where there are museums, shopping, restaurants and the University of Florida.

Choose your adventure, choose how you unwind! Spend your evenings relaxing around the fire, playing a card/board game or kicking back on the couch watching Netflix.

House Rules:
- 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 may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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 Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Jason W.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    The Property was riverside with a huge yard. Neighbors were super Friendly. 15 min drive to any town site. Peaceful, Quiet, Relaxing. If you want to unplug, unwind, and just ahut off real life, this place is for you.

  • Judy S.

    Submitted May 15, 2024

    Stayed May 6, 2024

    From the moment we walked into the house we were very pleased with how spotless it was. The furnishings and decor were very inviting and cozy. The kitchen was well equipped and we cooked dinner every night. We also grilled on the charcoal bbq one evening. We loved spending each morning on the deck with a cup of coffee and late afternoons after a day on the river relaxing on the chairs on the private dock. We really enjoyed canoeing and a fishing the river every day and just taking in the natural sights and sounds of nature that surrounds the Santa Fe. Such a great experience all around !

  • G. D.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2024

    Stayed Mar 14, 2024

    Enjoyed our time at The River House. Accurate listing. A little hard to find. Look for the neighbors white mailbox then just past that on a tree you’ll see the number posted. When the leaves are down the driveway can be hard to spot. We played corn hole, grilled and enjoyed the porch and dock. We went to Ichetucknee and Gilchrist Blue springs. Best to hit the grocery in town for breakfast stuff-we found it a bit hard as some places, most were closed (might’ve been just out of season). But we enjoyed Blue Star Dinner, The Great Outdoors and a little bakery inside an old house right around the corner from Blue Star-wish I had the name, really good cinnamon rolls!

  • Liz C.

    Submitted May 15, 2023

    Stayed Apr 26, 2023

    The property was well-situated to rivers and nature. We thoroughly enjoyed being by the river and the hammock. Only wished our stay was longer. The hosts were accommodating and very pleasant.

  • Alison J.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2023

    Stayed Mar 12, 2023

    Clean, quiet, relaxing, and the Santa Fe River is beautiful! Great location that is convenient to so many springs, but you can also just relax by the river and enjoy your stay! Super responsive owner, we will definitely be booking more getaways here!

  • Nichole I.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2022

    Stayed Sep 2, 2022

    This property was a nice gateway for our family. We enjoyed the ombudsman. Highly recommend. Pictures online are accurate.

  • Christina M.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2022

    Stayed Jul 19, 2022

    My kids and I wanted to experience a bit more about the wonders of our state. My youngest fell I love with idea of Ginnie springs from tik tok and therefore, I booked this lovely 3 bedroom home. It was a bit hard to find, but once there,it was exactly what we were looking for! It feels secluded with all of the massive trees. Once up the stairs, there are chairs that overlook the property and the river. The interior of the home was extremely clean and it was a comfortable space. Bedrooms were nice size, although one is much smaller than the other two. The mattresses were better than mine at home and we all slept well. The kitchen has basic equipment, but the owners left us snacks and water. It is a 20 minute drive to downtown, but definitely worth it, as the outdoor restuarant was superb! Ginnie springs is about a 15 minute drive and was a huge hit with both of my kids-not an easy task. I would recommend the River House as long as everyone in your party can navigate stairs.

  • George L.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2022

    Stayed Jun 14, 2022

    Pictures are accurate. Quiet, deer, turkey and a hoot owl visited during our stay. Pulled out kayaks riverside, cleaned them on the rack after launching at Rum 138 County park. Simple, clean accomodations with a good AC.

  • Chris R.

    Submitted May 19, 2022

    Stayed May 14, 2022

    We enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The serenity of the property is amazing. Birds and tree frogs will entertains you with their music. The space on the porch and dock were used non-stop during our stay. Biking and running right out the back door. We travelled to 14 springs in 3 days and canoed several rivers. The experience of the springs is like heaven on earth. This cabin was within 15 minutes of most of our activities. Two 45 minute trips to Payne’s Prarie and Wes Skiles park were the longest travel but both worth the drive. The owner is very responsive to requests/messaging. Less than 5 minutes for a response when messaged.

  • Jeremy B.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2022

    Stayed Apr 15, 2022

    We stayed here for Easter and had a wonderful time!! The property is surrounded by giant trees and directly on the Santa Fe River. If your looking for a quite place in the woods surrounded by wildlife and nearby all the springs this is it!!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$287+
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