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Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin

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Cozy comfy chair with view of lake
Lots of outdoor space
View of house from dock
The new dock
View of lake from front porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin

This unique 1933 cottage overlooks beautiful Lake Talquin on a 1-acre landscaped lot with mature trees. Original heart pine floors (newly refinished), 10-foot ceilings, screen doors, and outdoor spaces feel just like your grandparents' home. The house is fully renovated with historic character intact. Perfect for weekend and longer getaways. Enjoy fishing, canoeing, and nature.

This house has been in our family since it was built in Quincy and relocated to the lake in the 1960s. French doors separate the living and dining rooms. The dining area seats 6 and the kitchen pub table seats 2. There are 2 bedrooms -- one queen bed and a double. A queen pull-out couch is available in the living room, and a couch unfolds to a single bed for a child. Maximum persons are 4 adults and 2 children. Pets not allowed. Maximum stay 30 days. The property is non-smoking.

This house uses the original skeleton key in one of the exterior doors. It is recommended to place the key in the inside doorlock at night for easy exit. The house is on a high hill and the walk from the lake has an incline. The inside fireplace is not functional for use.

The outdoor areas include 2 porches and a carport converted to an outdoor room, providing plenty of choices for outdoor relaxation. There is a hammock and wrought iron chairs that offer plenty of outdoor seating. Fish from the dock. There is not a launch area on the property -- launch your boat from nearby Ingram's Marina. There is room to park your trailer and vehicle.

View ospreys, eagles, herons, woodpeckers without leaving the porch. If you are lucky you could see the rare "white squirrel" common in this area.

The neighborhood is quiet and relaxing on a dead-end road bordered by the lake and a wildlife management area. A small grocery and Ingram's Marina are a short drive away. There are miles of nearby hiking, horseback, and biking trails.

Safety: Swimmers beware! The lake is a wildlife habitat and swimming is not recommended. However, it is perfect for boating, canoeing, kayaking and other activities. Use safety precautions when using the firepit. Use the dock at your own risk.

The house is 29 miles (32 minutes) from Doak Campbell Stadium in downtown Tallahassee and is perfect for football games and graduations.

Fishing -- Lake Talquin is nationally known for its high quality bass, bluegill, black crappie, and speckled perch fishing. The best crappie fishing times occur in winter months January through April. The Florida state record for black crappie (3.81 pounds) was caught in Lake Talquin.

This is a good central location for day trips:
Tallahassee -- government, colleges, and FSU and FAMU sporting events.
Havana -- antiques
Apalachicola -- charming seaside town famous for its oysters
Toreya State Park
Wakulla Springs
Thomasville, GA
St. George Island
Marianna Caverns

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets must be declared in advance.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This property is non-smoking. The cottage is located in a quiet residential area. Please manage noise and excessive guests.
Gators are in the lake.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Quincy

Located in Quincy, this holiday home is on a lake. Tallahassee Museum and Mission San Luis de Apalachee are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Northwood Mall and The Centre of Tallahassee. 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. Canoeing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Talquin State Park - 34 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Tallahassee Community College - 45 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium - 52 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Florida State University - 52 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Florida A&M University - 52 min drive - 57.7 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Station - 44 min drive
  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Boys - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Whip Waterfront Pub n Grub - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Gretna By The Sea - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Smoked Meats - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Peanut Stand - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin?

As of 12 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin on 8 April 2026 start from NZ$196, 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 Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bungalow Cottage On Lake Talquin located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Gadsden County Library and within 20 miles (32 km) of Apalachicola National Forest and Florida Highway Patrol Training Academy. Grand Bay and Lake Talquin State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Area and lake are beautiful. House was nice and cozy. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannyelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host went above and beyond to make our stay the most comfortable. She is great with communication. The home is fully furnished from extra towels, blankets, comfy furniture, stocked cooking pantry including the fruit trees in the front yard. The cabin is a step back into time. It has all the modern comforts with bathroom and kitchen but the most quiet, lovely time you can have on the water. The cabin is waterfront with ample outdoor living.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying off the grid when we come down for a weekend. This home offers just that..time to relax and shut out the outside distractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl E.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Easy access to the lake. Lots of outdoor seating. Enjoyable stay
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Relaxing

Spent time with family,fishing and eating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pattiann B.

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

Cottage on lake Talquin

Cottage was clean and cozy. Owner was wonderful and neighbors were very friendly
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lezlie B.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful and thoughtful. Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge M.

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

Quiet Retreat

Wonderful stay, a quiet retreat on the lake. My only regret is I did not bring our boat with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Adorable cabin on a nice property!

We loved our stay. Owners were very accommodating and made our stay very comfortable and easy. They maintain the property and keep it clean! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Barry D.

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

Great lakeside getaway!

Comfortable, relaxing lakeside home with hosts that really make you feel welcome. Close to Tallahassee but far enough away to feel like you are truly away and able to enjoy nature and the peaceful lake setting. Well furnished rustic rental in a truly historical home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Peaceful

This was a very peaceful location. We enjoyed our stay and the owners are very nice. They are also very quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond K.

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

Beautiful lake view

Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Sunsets on the lake

Lots of room; nice kitchen with a variety of cooking pans (we like to cook); three outside sitting areas; really lovely sunsets
Stayed 50 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra B.

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

Birthday getaway

We had a relaxing and fun time,caught lots of fish from the dock.The neighbor Jeri and her husband we're very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

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

End of our summer

We needed a quite place that we could use to visit the many State Parks and Springs within in easy reach. Host family great to work with. Look for white squirrels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

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

Excellent Property

This is our second time at this property. Another excellent experience! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Brian P.

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

Absolutely awesome property

Four of us stayed for a month. The house is large with anything that you need you’ll find. We had excellent communications with the host. Ask for where we can get firewood and received a pile of wood in ours. Beautiful sunsets every night. Would stay here again, anytime
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Amazing host

The property was lovely and the house clean and comfortable. I really can’t say enough about Georgianna. She responded immediately to numerous questions and was incredibly accommodating around some unexpected issues with our trip, and went above and beyond in making things possible and comfortable!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Clean and Tranquil!

Wonderful historic home in tranquil setting with stunning lake views. Really enjoyed the birds, white squirrels and sunsets over the water. Clean and comforable. Well stocked as well. Thank you Georgianna for a wonderful stay in your lake home. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Claudette H.

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

Amazing stress free stay for graduation

We loved this house and the history the owner shared with us. Truly a piece of heaven on earth. 35 min outside Tallahassee. All paved roads. Well equipped. Beautiful view of lake. Peace and quiet. Saw some deer and several white squirrels. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edna S.

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

Everything Wonderful

Me and my family really enjoyed our stay at your home!!! The house was lovely and spacious for all of us. It was nice and clean. There were several places where you could sit outside and enjoy the view. The yard was well kept. The dock was clean and had enough space for all of us find an area and fish. Love the home!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

David and Pamela L., Hawthorne

Million dollar view!!

Wonderful home. I don't think I could improve upon it. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Amazing and Relaxing week away!

This cottage is a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle. The property is gorgeous, from the wild flowers, the beautiful view of Lake Talquin, tons of wildlife and the beautifully kept house. I felt like I was visiting my grandparents with the quaint cottage and it had everything we needed. We ate almost every meal outside on one of the porches enjoying the views and even though it was the middle of July the shaded property kept us very comfortable. The fishing off the dock was great. We especially enjoyed having our fur-babies with us for this trip and we greatly appreciate you so generously allowing pets to share the property. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

Cozy and Comfortable

We stayed here for FSU graduation and had several out of town family members join us. We slept 8 very comfortably in the cottage and had all the bedding and pillows we could possibly need. In fact, we had all of everything we could possibly need; even games and puzzles for the kids. The outside areas were very inviting and comfortable for groups to gather and spend time together. We had an age range of 6 -72, and everyone found something to do. The views and the peaceful enviroment were a great bonus. If you are looking for more urban life, Tallahassee is an easy 30 minutes away. We made the trip several times; easy commute.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Duane H., Ocala FL

A Taste Of Old Florida

I can only agree with all the other 4 and 5 star ratings. I am a 68 year old Native Floridian and this home reminded me of my lake front home at Winter Garden which is no longer standing. My wife and I enjoyed the quiet and simple pleasure of just sitting on the porch or dock. Keep and eye out for the white squirrels!! We saw at least 3. Caught many Channel Catfish and lots of Blue Gill which we released. We enjoyed a day of antiquing in Havana. ENJOY !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

About the host

Hosted by Georgianna Strode

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Why they chose this property

This house was originally my great-grandmother's. It was built in 1933 in Quincy, Florida and was moved to Lake Talquin in the 1960s. My grandparents lived there and they loved it! They had an organic garden for decades. Granddaddy made unique items in his shop and Grandma landscaped the property.

What makes this property unique

This house has much of the original charm -- the 5-panel doors, original door handles, heart pine floors -- the original farm kitchen sink is still there but it's moved to the utility room.

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