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Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Sunset on the pond on a private dock
Dirt road leading to and from the home
Entrance of property
The 2 acre property filled with beautiful trees and waterfront sunsets.
Door with lockbox leading into the kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pinetta, FL
  • Place, Cherry Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Wild Adventures
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison Blue Springs State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Valdosta, GA (VLD-Valdosta Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Large bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Livingroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly

Enjoy a cozy waterfront cottage nestled in the backwoods of Madison County Florida, one of the most beautiful and peaceful areas in North Florida! If you are adventurous this is the place for you! This small country home has one large bedroom with a new queen size memory foam mattress (sleeps 2) a futon (sleeps 2 children) and a 32" TV with ROKU and DVD player for movies. A large equipt kitchen and bathroom with bathtub/shower. The Living-room has a futon (sleeps one or two). For an extra guest there is an air mattress. There is Internet/Wifi (the password is posted on the fridge) and a 50" TV with ROKU and DVD player with movies or rent movies from the Redbox just down the road in front of the Dollar General Store. The beautiful stone fireplace is decorative only! The property is on 2 acres of nature and wildlife with a canopy of trees and beautiful sunsets on the water! Watch for the deer, turkeys and huge owls that come by! This is the perfect place for a truly relaxing vacation getting back to basics to enjoy the beauty of nature and outdoor fun! Board games and cards are provided for family fun! There is a canoe, life jackets and Fishing poles are in the well house for some good bass fishing or sit on the dock to soak up some Florida sun! This is private property and you do not need a fishing license to fish here! You may also set up tents for a great camping experience! Roast marshmallows by the rustic fire pit or sit on the back deck where smoking is permitted and outdoor chairs are provided! A charcoal grill is provided for your cooking out pleasure, need to supply your own charcoal. Phlox Pond may be rented for events such as weddings for an additional charge. Guest would be responsible for property clean up as well as any property damage. Message owner for details. Be sure to visit the many beautiful parks and natural springs as well as the famous Suwanee River Music Park located in Live Oak. Wild Adventures Amusement Park is nearby and plenty of restaurants and shopping in Valdosta Georgia just 30 minutes away! Dollar General is one mile and Winn Dixie is in town about 10 miles! You are sure to enjoy the southern charm of Madison County and the small town of Pinetta! This home is in the middle of the woods and the lightening bugs are really cool. We know you will enjoy this country getaway!
BE SURE TO WATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS BEAUTIFUL PLACE! If you need additional space we also have Phlox Place (a cozy cabin) just down the road!
If you are looking for a good church during your visit, Pinetta United Methodist Church is just 5 minuets down the road on the corner at Colin Kelly Hwy. We did have a Cat 3 hurricane come through last fall and Madison is still cleaning up the down trees. Thankfully plenty of firewood for the firepit!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Be mindful of small children near lake
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Please do not feed the Alligators
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not use the Fireplace!
If you take chairs out to dock please bring them back. Please clean up after your pets by picking up their do do when they go go! Thank you!
Please start the dishwasher before leaving, turn the AC up or turn heat off. Lock door and put the keys in lockbox and close the gate! Thank you!

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 8838

About the area

Pinetta

Located in Pinetta, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Francis Lake Golf Club and Kinderlou Forest Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Lake and Lake Frances Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jennings GP Motorcycle Track or Martin Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pinetta, FL

What's nearby

  • Cherry Lake - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Wild Adventures - 21 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 23 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Madison Blue Springs State Park - 25 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Valdosta State University - 36 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 20 min drive
  • Valdosta, GA (VLD-Valdosta Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinetta Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪NASCAR 2014 bogie D bogie D let's go racing boys - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bettys Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Divine Events - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Florida Waterfront Country Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Cherry Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Four Freedoms Monument and Lake Frances Recreation Area. Treasures of Madison County and Madison County Memorial Hospital are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Baxter

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We are a Florida family with real southern hospitality! Originally from Buffalo New York, Lisa moved to Florida in1981 and has two daughters and one grand-daughter. Lisa owns this vacation home and enjoys the hospitality business. She worked as a hotel front desk manager for15 years before having children and becoming a stay at home mom. Lisa enjoys gardening and spending time with family. We want you to enjoy your time at this home and please let us know if you have any questions or concerns!

Why they chose this property

We hope you enjoy your stay at Phlox Pond, It is the most serene and peaceful place in Pinetta! If you have never visited the area, you will be pleasantly surprised of the beauty! Located in Pinetta, this cottage is in a rural area and on a large pond with it's own private dock. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Treasures of Madison County, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Lake and Suwanee River. Don't miss out on a visit to Wild Adventures! Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and bird watching!
Pinetta Church - 5 min drive
Cherry Lake - 7 min drive
Four Freedoms Monument - 18 min drive
Lake Frances Recreation Area - 18 min drive
Treasures of Madison County - 18 min drive
North Florida Community College - 19 min drive
Wild Adventures - 30 min drive
Valdosta Wake - 30 min drive

What makes this property unique

The sunsets on the pond are the most beautiful. Be sure to watch for the deer as they do come out of the woods and are sometimes on the side of the road. The wild turkeys and birds are amazing too! Mr. Owl comes out at dusk and sits in his favorite tree out front,,, If you like nature, you will love it here!

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