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Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too.

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Dining
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Ridge Manor, FL
  • Place, Withlacoochee Trail State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sherman Hills Golf & Country Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Giraffe Ranch
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too.

Escape to this peaceful one-bedroom, one-bath cabin nestled on over two fully fenced acres along Florida’s most scenic river — the Withlacoochee. The cabin features a cozy bedroom with closet, a full bath, and an electric air mattress for additional guests or children. Enjoy stunning river views from the living room and both decks — one perched right at the river’s edge.
Need to stay connected? Just plug in your laptop or fire up the WiFi.
Your dogs will love roaming the shaded trails throughout the property, and there’s even a separate fenced paddock near the cabin — perfect for guests traveling with horses. Horse-friendly trails begin just down the road.
The cabin is located on native wooded acreage and comes fully furnished with tasteful mission-style décor. You’ll find everything you need:
• Linens and towels
• Gourmet cooking utensils
• Microwave, stove, refrigerator
• Dishware, glassware, and more
Adventure awaits with two kayaks and a three-person canoe ready for your river excursions.
In the evenings, gather around the fire pit to roast marshmallows and soak in the quiet beauty of the riverfront.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
All pets are welcome!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Have FUN! Get outside and enjoy the scenery!!

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dade City

Located in Dade City, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Withlacoochee Trail State Park and Giraffe Ranch, while Pioneer Florida Museum & Village and Train Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Boyett's Grove and The Florida International Teaching Zoo are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ridge Manor, FL

What's nearby

  • Withlacoochee Trail State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Sherman Hills Golf & Country Club - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Giraffe Ranch - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Florida National Cemetery - 14 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Dade City Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Depot - 16 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too.?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Just What You Are Looking For, Get Away From It All And Bring The Pets Too. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Withlacoochee Trail State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Sherman Hills Golf & Country Club and Giraffe Ranch. Boyett's Grove and Florida National Cemetery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 287 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Feels like cabin in the woods

Though the cabin is near other houses, you feel like you are miles away from anyone. Yard is fenced in so it was nice to let my dog off leash. Highly recommend for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

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

Another great stay!

My wife and I stayed here a couple years back, and we had to come back for another stay. The property is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

Cabin of Paradise

We love coming here. The owners are so welcoming and go out of the to make sure you have a great stay. It is so peaceful here and we love it most because we can bring our two dogs and they can run free. We will be back again soon. Thanks yall for a great mini vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Wonderful quiet getaway

Totally wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

faranak p.

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

Perfect getaway

Amazing place, very cozy, perfect for yourself and your furry babies
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

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

Friend get away

Very cozy place. Quiet and secluded. Would be nice to have screen door to let breeze inside. Overall enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mickey Z.

Liked: Communication, location

Wedding anniversary

Good Company
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles Z.

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

Great get-away with the dogs,. Lots of natural beauty.

Great place for peace and solitude with nature.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystle S.

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

Riverside treehouse

We had an amazing time staying here. Our kids and dogs really loved the property and being so close to the river. It was a cute little cabin with everything we needed to cook and be comfortable. The fire pit was great to sit around. We really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Fantastic stay

We were enchanted with the house that seems to be in the trees, and the property was heaven for our dog to roam. Rob and Mike have left a very interesting and informative booklet. We took advantage of their hiking selections which are very close to the property. We'd love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre B.

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

Nice Getaway!!!

This is a nice getaway location. Overall, this property allows you to get away from the hustle and bustle to relax. I did see pet hair on the rugs, but it was not overwhelming. This property is well kept, has a grill, fire pit, and kayaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Sue C., Holiday

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

Nice quiet stay

Looking for a quiet getaway, this is the place. Want to return but during cooler weather so we can take advantage of the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jany h.

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

Nice cabin by the river

The cabin is like a tree house .We enjoyed the privacy and the nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Love this cabin!!

This cabin is always clean and love the location. Fishing, fire pit, grill, kayaks, and a canoe. Best place for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Excellent Retreat

This property and cabin were great. Easy to find off I-75 and right on the river. The cabin was well stocked, charming and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Great Spot

We really enjoyed our stay in the cabin. Didn't get to do everything I wanted but will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca D.

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

Gem on the river

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time! Live the rustic setting, the driveway through the trees to where you can’t see the property from the road is my ideal type of place! It’s right on the river. We spent time fishing, hanging around the fire pit, relaxing, and cooking on the grill. Would definitely return for another weekend here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

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

Wonderful getaway

We love this place. The location is perfect to unwind with everything you need from a firepit, to grill, to kayaks and a canoe, and a clean house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

victoria c.

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

Great weekend getaway

Our stay was the perfect way to unwind and spend some time outside. The property was fenced and our pups were able to enjoy themselves. Check in was a breeze and the hosts were kind and quick to respond to any questions. As a florida native I would absolutely recommend this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

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

Weekend getaway

Cozy cabin off the beaten path. We visited right after a storm so the river was way too high to enjoy. Loved that we could bring our dog along for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've stayed over the past 12 years a few times and it's always the same relaxing feeling. Town is fine with plenty of good restaurants and a grocery store. The cabin is a 1BR and rustic, but everything you need is there and plenty of cleared outdoor space. Lastly, I took my dogs and the property is fully fenced. If you have a small dog everywhere is fenced except the bottom of the front gate (which is pretty far away), otherwise you're fine. Both AC do need a tune up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael f.

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

Relaxing weekend

Beautiful , Quiet, Relaxing Had a great time out of the hussle bussle world
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander g.

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

Paradise

We've stayed here twice now both times were spectacular we come up here to ride our bicycles we live in Brevard county it's just fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colien H.

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

River Getaway

We really enjoyed the peace and quiet. The canoe was a plus, the river is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

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

perfect getaway

from the moment we went through the gate and saw the driveway ahead we were enchanted. A true hidden treasure awaited. a treehouse cabin well appointed with all we needed. great outdoor spaces and a dock on the river. Rustic and so easy to just decompress and relax. great hiking in the area as well. Rob and Mike were great hosts and responded to all questions quickly. Highly recommend their place!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rob and Mike

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The Story Behind the River House
Rob and Mike originally purchased the River House as a peaceful getaway — drawn to the beauty of the Withlacoochee River, the surrounding forest, and the nearby Rails to Trails bike path. At first, they visited just once a month, but it didn’t take long to fall in love with the area and everything it had to offer.
A few years later, they began searching for a permanent home nearby that could support their growing love of animals. They found the perfect spot: a 60-acre ranch in Sumter County, not far from the River House. Today, at Lucky U Ranch they raise goats, horses, chickens, donkeys, and cattle — living their dream on their own slice of heaven.
Although they’ve settled into ranch life, Rob and Mike couldn’t bear to part with the River House completely. Instead, they chose to share it with others by offering it as a vacation rental — so travelers can experience the same peace, beauty, and adventure that first drew them in.

Why they chose this property

Why the River House?
Picking out the River House was easy. The very first time Rob and Mike saw the property, they knew — and they wrote an offer on the spot. It was just that simple.
Where else can you find a house on stilts that makes you feel like you’re living in a treehouse, perched right above Florida’s most scenic river? The views, the breeze, the sense of peace — it all came together in one unforgettable place.

What makes this property unique

A Trail, a River, and a View You’ll Never Forget
The River House property features a winding trail that loops through native woods, shaded almost entirely by native oak trees. As you stroll, you might spot gopher tortoises peeking out from the brush — curious and calm, like longtime residents of this peaceful haven.
The trail leads you toward the river, where two decks offer stunning views of the Withlacoochee — Florida’s most scenic waterway. One deck sits right at the river’s edge, perfect for morning coffee, sunset watching, or simply soaking in the quiet flow of nature. There’s also a dock where you can launch the two kayaks or the three-person canoe for an adventure downstream.
Whether you’re walking beneath the oaks, paddling through cypress reflections, or sitting by the fire pit under the stars, the property has a mystical, grounding feel that’s hard to put into words — but easy to fall in love with.

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