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Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Crawfordville, FL
- Place, Wakulla Springs State Park3 min drive
- Place, Florida A&M University26 min drive
- Place, Florida State University33 min drive
- Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest room # 2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Downstairs Full Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
About this property
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.
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.
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Crawfordville
Located in Crawfordville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Wildwood Golf Club and SouthWood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Medart Park and J. Lewis Hall Senior, Woodville Park and Recreation Complex. Railroad Square Art Park and Tallahassee Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
Crawfordville, FL
What's nearby
- Wakulla Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
- Shell Point Beach - 23 min drive - 26.8 km
- Florida A&M University - 26 min drive - 32.9 km
- Florida State University - 33 min drive - 36.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Del Taco - 17 min drive
- Hungry Howies Pizza - 18 min drive
- Circle K - 9 min drive
- El Jalisco - 18 min drive
- Donkeys Bar And Grill - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
5 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Evelyn W.
14 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evelyn W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kay K.
11 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kay K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kathleen
6 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kathleen
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cheri R.
23 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cheri R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Phyllis B.
3 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phyllis B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Casey F.
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet
Casey F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
lori b.
14 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet cottage
lori b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee K.
8 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Yes I would stay here again very nice
Renee K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jerri H.
8 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ahhhhmazing Place
Jerri H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jordan A.
3 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation destination
Jordan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JT D.
10 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hideaway
JT D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jordan A.
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect river get away
Jordan A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steph B.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place for FSU Graduation
Steph B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JoAnne P.
6 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall Tally visit w our daughter
JoAnne P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie P.
10 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Debbie P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monica D.
8 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot to unplug!
Monica D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen T.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wakulla Trip
Karen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherry
3 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sherry
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debra T.
25 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing and quiet
Debra T.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
26 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Amy C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly G.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seclude, very homey and very short walk to Wakulla River
Kelly G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne H.
21 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birding adventures
Anne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kay G.
1 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and pleasant inside on the coldest day of 2022
Kay G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick G.
18 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable
Patrick G.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by SARAH H HUNDLEY
Languages:
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