Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8235 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Branford, FL

Ginnie Spring26 min drive
Ichetucknee Springs State Park26 min drive
Ichetucknee River33 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

master bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower hot water

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Come enjoy this gorgeous home on the Santa Fe River just minutes away from Ginnie Springs, Ichetucknee Springs and the Suwannee River. Sit in the water soaking up the amazing fishing or just playing in the crisp water. If you enjoy diving it doesn't get any better then this. This spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath and a outdoor heated shower, has a large open floor plan a gourmet kitchen, huge fireplace, teak wood floors throughout the house and an outdoor fire pit and plenty of seating and decks for family to make memories. The Garage is also heated and Air conditioned. 16 stairs will take you to a flat walk to the rivers edge. Our home is located less then 100 yards from the boat ramp and plenty of parking and a pavilion for very large gatherings. Sit back and watch the turkeys, deer and many birds as the river rolls by.

Property manager

Susan and Bruce Cooksey

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We love children

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

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

About the area

Branford

Located in Branford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ginnie Spring and Ichetucknee Springs State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Branford, FL

What's nearby

Santa Fe River - 1 min walk
Ginnie Spring - 26 min drive
Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 26 min drive
Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park - 29 min drive
Ichetucknee River - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Subway - 21 min drive
Nanny's Diner and Deli - 22 min drive
Reds Tavern Ft White - 23 min drive
Champs Chicken - 20 min drive
Amy's Country Buffet and Grill - 23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River located?

This family-friendly Branford holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Santa Fe River and Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area. Ichetucknee Conservation Area is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

20 April 2024

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

Amazing!

It felt like home! Though beautiful, we easily immersed ourselves into this lake home and felt completely comfortable and relaxed! It was clean and very functional. The pictures don’t do it justice. We are already talking about coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rae S.

15 April 2024

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

Great River Getaway

The photos do not do this place justice. As soon as you walk in the front door you can see the river from the huge windows that stretch across the back of the house. The kitchen is well equipped and nice for cooking a meal. The place is comfortable and spacious. The swing looking out over the river was an amazing place to sip coffee and watch the sunrise light up the river fog. We will definitely book this place again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich D.

5 February 2024

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

Great gathering spot

Got a few friends together for a short reunion and the house and property was perfect. Might do it again next year

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lysette G.

27 January 2024

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

Baptism getaway

Rented the home for two days to celebrate my daughters baptism with friends and family in the area, the house was absolutely beautiful and the location was breathtaking. Will definitely be making plans to come back in the summer.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

26 September 2023

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

Great location to enjoy the springs!

Great house, right on the Santa Fe River. Spacious with room for everyone to spread out. Fire pit for the evenings and great kitchen for meals. This house is not near any grocery stores so plan ahead. We did and enjoyed our stay. We visited Ginny, Ichetucknee and Fanning springs all close by the home. Thanks Cooksey family

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan and Bruce Cooksey

Bruce and I have vacationed with our family for over 14 years and had always said, "we would buy a house here one day" Once Bruce retired from the City after 37 years we decided to start looking. We absolutely love coming to the river as often as possible and we have made so many memories with our 2 sons and countless friends and family that have joined us over the years while vacationing in the area. the first home we ever rented is located about 2 miles south of our home and goes to show you, dreams so come true.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the single story as we have elderly parents and the floors, when you get here you will see why. The craftmanship in this home is unbelievable.

What makes this property unique

This home was built in 1972 and it was completely renovated in 2012 when all that was kept was the fireplace. It is made with rocks from the area and is absolutely stunning. The wildlife in the area is a sight to be seen. They are able to live in their own environment and always remember they were here first. The fishing in this part of the river is the best in north Florida.