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Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tallahassee, FL
  • Place, Lake Talquin State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Bay
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Talquin State Forest
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin

This lakeside stunner boasts 4 bedrooms (sleeps 9), 3 baths, a large kitchen and plenty of living space including a game room. A large well-appointed kitchen offers a beautiful view of the lake. The primary bedroom includes a coffee/wine station and allows you to enjoy a private screened deck with its own view. The game room includes a foosball table, dart board, TV and Pac Man. The house also includes a large wood deck lakeside for BBQ-ing, outdoor dining and relaxing. A screened deck off the game room is a great place to enjoy a friendly happy hour! The property also includes an outdoor fire pit, dock and boathouse. Lake Talquin is nationally known for its fresh water fishing tournaments, but there is plenty more to enjoy. In addition to vacationers, we have a large following of FSU parents and football families preferring to stay at the lake rather than in town. Shell Cracker Cove is located down a long dirt road and nestled among trees with abundant wildlife throughout the area. Bring your boat, small watercraft or kayak and launch them from a nearby boat landing. There are a variety of coves to explore along the lake's 20-mile shoreline. You can moor your crafts feet from the house at your own private dock. Plenty of hiking trails in the area. Book your stay today!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids allowed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please put all used towels in the laundry room, wash all dirty dishes and take the trash to the outside garbage cans.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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

About the area

Tallahassee

Located in Tallahassee, this holiday home is on a lake. Mission San Luis de Apalachee and Lake Jackson Mounds State Archaeological Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Tallahassee Museum and Gadsden Arts Center & Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium or JoAnne Graf Field.
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Tallahassee, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Talquin State Park - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Grand Bay - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Lake Talquin State Forest - 21 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Tallahassee Community College - 25 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Florida State University - 32 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whip Waterfront Pub n Grub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Country Boys - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Angel's Seafood by the Dam - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wallwood Messhall - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Peanut Stand - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin on 7 October 2026 start from NZ$746, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside retreat on Lake Talquin located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Apalachicola National Forest and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Lake Talquin State Park. Lake Talquin State Forest and Tallahassee Community College are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dawnelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is very responsive. Beautiful property. My husband and I enjoyed our time with three other couples.Will definitely consider staying at property again in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina Katharine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous and Relaxing Stay! Looking fwd to our next stay in Tallahassee
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house! It was perfect for our family! We'll definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house. very clean rooms and beds/sheets. outdoor area/fireplace very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evie V.

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

Wonderful lake house!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! House was perfect, the best layout and so much space! We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah K.

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

Great family property

This was a great property to enjoy with our family! Very peaceful and roomy!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Great Place!!

This home was perfect for a long weekend getaway. Plenty of room, dock for fishing, the list goes on and on.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

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

football weekend

perfect location to enjoy quiet family time and a quick trip to FSU campus for the game. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Great place

We loved this place. Quiet, beautiful home right on the lake. We were in town for the football game, and we loved this place. It made us want to stay an extra day to hang out at the lake. Two years from now, we will rent this again when the game is back in Tally.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

MARY B.

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

Very peaceful

The location was so peaceful, great view! Screened porches Amazing my favorite part! There were a few hiccups, but the renter was so quick to accommodate my issues, super quick response to all my messages. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Host was very responsive. It was very easy to spend time with family. Great space for all. Could have been cleaner. The rooms and bedding were very clean but the windows were covered in webs and bugs. Had to clean the windows facing the lake for my family to enjoy the view. Some family members were uncomfortable with no window coverings especially in the bathroom with neighbors so close.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Spring Break Getaway

The property was beautiful, as was the house! We loved the fishing, house dock, backyard fire pit and screened in deck area. My husband loves to cook as well as grill and the house was stocked with all the needed grill & cookware! The neighborhood was quiet and safe. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

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

Wonderful lake stay!

We stayed here to enjoy the new year holiday with our family! What a wonderful find. Clean home, beautiful family-friendly layout, and stocked kitchen with everything you would need! Beds were all comfortable and game room was such a nice add for the kids. Such a great place to enjoy the peace and quiet and relax! The host has great communications as well. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

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

Great lake spot!

Great property with great lake access. The ramp was nearby to get the boat in the water and the covered slip was a perfect fit for our 20 ft pontoon boat. Anything larger would be tough to get in place but was perfect for us. And there was plenty of room in the yard for cars and the trailer. The house was set up great, and loved the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

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

Beautiful property!

It was a wonderful house and location. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars was thanks to the amount of spiders around the property. There was a huge web and spider on the front door when we arrived and many more throughout the porch and walkway down to the water. It was still beautiful and perfect for my family’s needs for this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Wonderful home and property!

We really loved this home and property. It was very specious, and cozy, and was stocked with all the supplies you would need. We loved the screened in porches and amazing views of the water! It is so peaceful there, and we had our morning coffee listening to birds and enjoying the view. The kids loved the game room and we liked that they had their own space. The owner has great communication. We cant wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Gimme Shelter

This VRBO rental was literally shelter for us from Hurricane Milton, which made landfall a few miles from our hometown. Clean, comfortable, and cozy, we truly loved our stay at this lake house. Quiet, safe, and relaxing. Our pupper loved the large yard and we enjoyed our favorite pastime of birding from the comfort of the screened porch. We also took advantage of Apalachacola State Forest for some great hikes. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

lyn c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Spacious house, could use a refresh

The house has ample space for 3 adult couples and a teenager. Kitchen was well-appointed. House shows wear and tear throughout- needs some TLC. Located on a dirt road, backyard property is off of a slough, with the lake in the distance. Owner is very local & pleasant to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick I.

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

Shell Cracker Cove

Wonderful. Exactly as describe. Clean and' spacious. 8 family members for 3 night stay. Dec. 15 - 18. Comfortable beds. Great deck right on lake. Game room, BBQ, and fire pit a big plus. Melissa was always ready to answer any questions. Our next visit I would be more than happy to stay here. Book it and enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Great Lake Getaway!

We stayed here with my son and 2 young grandkids and it was an awesome getaway! The house was clean and had a great floor plan for our family. The kitchen was probably one of the best appointed kitchens of any VRBO that we have stayed. We cooked a lot at the house and always had everything we needed to prepare and serve our meals. There were so many places to relax in this home and at the water that we didn’t feel like we had enough time to enjoy it all. The dock was nice for fishing with the kids and we caught a few fish. We enjoyed watching the turtles and even saw a little gator! The sounds of the birds in the morning was so soothing! The kids loved the game room and bunk beds and there was definitely plenty of storage in the house for our belongings. We will definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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