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Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK

Living room with 3 leather reclining couches, Roku smart TV

Kitchen with full oven, 4 burner glass top stove, full size microwave

Full size fridge/freezer with filtered water and ice maker

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

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Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Branford, FL

Bob's River Place
‪5 min drive‬
Hart Springs Park
‪32 min drive‬
Ginnie Spring
‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK

3BR Cabin on 24 wooded private acres with 500 feet of waterfront on the Suwannee River with a large dock. Bring your boat, ATV, dogs (2 max with pet fee). Jeeptrail through beautiful cypress lowland forest to river. Fishing, bird watching, deer. (No hunting allowed)
Close to Mallory Swamp Wildlife Mgmt area and Osceola National Forest with miles of ATV trails, hunting.
Over 2 dozen springs nearby for scuba diving, swimming, snorkeling. Cabin comes with a car pass to Rock Bluff Spring and 5 people passes to Hart Springs Co Park. Ichnetucknee River for tubing and kayaking just 25 minutes away;
Nature Coast towns such as Steinhattchee, (scalloping) Cedar Key with access to the Gulf of Mexico about 70 minutes away. Gainesville, University of Florida, Ben Hill Grifffin Stadium 50 minutes. Orlando, Disney, Universal 2 hours.
Cabin has 3 bedrooms; 1 queen with full bath, one bedroom with full bed and 1 bedroom with 2 sets of bunk beds with shared full bath. All linens and bath towels provided. Bring a beach towel for the river/beach.
Kitchen is fully furnished with dishes, silverware, glassware, baking and cooking pans, microwave, oven, stove, dishwasher (detergnet provided) large refrigerator with filtered water, icemaker.
TP, paper towels, trash bags, foil, some spices, some condiments provided.
2 grills on site. Propane for the gas grill provided. Charcoal for the charcoal grill not provided.
2 campfire pits, one at the cabin, one at the waterfront. Firewood, firestarting materials and smore skewers for the 2 campfire pits provided.
2 canoes, 1 adult kayak, 1 kdis kayak, adult lifejackets, paddles provided. Must bring kids lifejackets and lifejackets must be worn while in the canoes, kayaks.
Fishing gear, bait and snorkel gear NOT provided.
2 bathrooms with bath towels, soap, shampoo.
Full size clothes washer and dryer, laundry detergent provided.
Pelican water conditioning, filtration system.
Cabin is fully climate controlled with air conditioning and heat. Also lots of windows that open to let in fresh air and sounds of the Florida wilderness during cooler months
40" Smart TV in living room and 32" smart TV in main BR. DVD players, lots of DVDs
High speed internet (25 mbps) and Voice over Internet Land line.
Plenty of parking for vehicles, trailers
Driveway video camera to ensure compliance with guest number limit (8) and security when cabin is unoccupied.

Property manager

John Morley

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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

Dogs welcome; please keep them off the furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking in the cabin or on the deck.

. Rental Rules 1. Smoking is NOT allowed inside premises, on the deck.. 2. People other than those in the Guest party set forth above may not stay

Important information

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Branford

Located in Branford, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bob's River Place and Hart Springs Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ginnie Spring and Stuarts Landing Conservation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Branford, FL

What's nearby

Bob's River Place - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Santa Fe River - 27 min drive - 26.3 km
Hart Springs Park - 32 min drive - 27.6 km
Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 36 min drive - 42.9 km
Ginnie Spring - 42 min drive - 33.0 km

Restaurants

‪Akins Bar-B-Q & Grill - ‬13 min drive
‪Burger Spot - ‬12 min drive
‪Lou's Drive Thru - ‬12 min drive
‪Yachtsea Grille - ‬18 min drive
‪Down Home Family Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Suwannee River Cabin - 24 Private Wooded Acres- 500' Waterfront-Dock-Dogs ATV OK located?

This family-friendly Branford cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Suwannee River and Bob's River Place. Sevenmile Lake and Sun Springs are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Golda Kelli R.

18 May 2025

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

Feels Like Home – A Perfect Getaway!

Absolutely loved our stay—again! This was our second time renting, and we’re already looking forward to coming back. The house was spotless, thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed, and so comfortable. The owner is genuinely one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet—friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Don’t hesitate to book this place—you’ll have a great time and feel right at home!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

15 April 2025

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Nice and quiet very nice

Very relaxing. And the fishing was good

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

1 May 2025

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The river

Always a great time; awesome place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and just relax!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro A.

21 March 2025

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

Five Stars

A perfect place to enjoy with your family.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

5 April 2025

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

Wonderful Florida Outdoor Stay

If you are into the Florida outdoors this is the place for you. Nature oriented, very clean, kid and family friendly place. The owner has thought of everything - there’s are games, everything you can think of in the kitchen. There is lot of exploring, we saw turkeys and deer the first day we arrived. Everyone loved our stay and We cannot wait to go back

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

2 March 2025

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

Best time - can't wait to go back!

This vacation was one of the best that we have experienced. The house is cozy and has everything that you need and more. The kitchen has a vast variety of dishware, bakeware and utensils to cook the most complicated meal. For us, the location was great. The house itself is in a secluded area with shopping, restaurants and parks nearby. The walk to the Suwannee River was pleasant and great exercise for our dogs. We spent many hours on the deck reading and watching birds and deer. John, the host, was very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable about the area.

Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

26 November 2024

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

Great place, weather permitting

John is super nice and a great host. This home is well stocked. We had to cut our trip short, though had we been able to stay, we would want the river to be as nice as John. Our visit was after the hurricane, so the river was high and still much debris, which however, we did anticipate. John, thanks for your kindness! Chuck and Karen and Mav and Mandi, our pups!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mobile Surface C.

4 November 2023

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

Best place

I cant thank the owner enough this place is paradise for our family ❤️ we cant wait to stay long enough to enjoy everything we didnt want to leave the owner was super sweet just all around great person

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

23 July 2023

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

Amazing Family Vacation

We love staying here. We have stayed every year for I believe 4 years. It’s now became a tradition with our family. We look forward to it every year! Thanks John!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

27 July 2023

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

Relaxation

Very spacious & alot of nature. We loved it.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

23 January 2023

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

Suwanee River cabin

We had an excellent time at this property. Planned out and successfully did my wedding proposal!! This is a very nice location, peaceful and relaxing. The whole process was seamless, would highly recommend:)

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adonna A.

1 March 2024

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

Perfect vacation

We had a wonderful stay at the Suwannee Cypress Cabin for the months of January and February. The cabin was very comfortable with everything we needed and things we didn’t even know we needed. We felt right at home as soon as opened the door. John is an attentive host. He gave us a tour of the cabin, gave us tips on where to buy what in the area, places to eat and shop, as well as so many points of interest. We highly recommend this place.

Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

28 September 2020

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

suwanee visit

We had a great time even though the qeather wasnt so hot. Cabin had things to keep us busy and even got to see a rodeo.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christina S., Eagle Lake

2 July 2023

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Peaceful

Loved it. 😍

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

karen b.

15 August 2016

Great home with something for everyone!

Property is beautiful. Kids loved walking down to the river. We all enjoyed the trips to the two nearest springs by canoe. Owner's communication was awesome. A lot of thought was put in to the amenities (games, movies, campfire supplies, etc). We look forward to coming back to visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Cincinnati

2 October 2022

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Just Right

John was really helpful. The meet us the cabin an showed us around. Letting us know about thing. We felt very comfortable at the cabin. The cabin had everything you would need. It would be somewhere we would rent again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene R., USA

28 November 2023

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Peaceful Place

John was very lovely and pleasant to our arrive. He gave us a tour around the property. The property has a trail that ends at the river. Where you may sit around the firepit and enjoy an amazing and peaceful view. The property offers so many areas for resting and entertainment. From games, tv, music, movies, and books to enjoy the vacations. The kitchen has everything you will need for cooking. If you like a peaceful and quite place this may be a great choice.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

16 January 2023

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Great getaway

I booked this place after reading such great reviews. I completely agree with everyone’s raving comments. John made sure that everything anyone could need is at the cabin for our use. The property itself is great and includes a fun trail the dogs loved to walk and fire pits. I came on a colder weekend and while hesitant at first, I reached out to John and he gave me a list of recommendations that we followed. It was such a pleasant stay that we definitely want to come back. Thank you John for being such a welcoming and attentive host!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ashley o.

2 August 2016

Amazing!

The property was beautiful with plenty of room with private boat dock. We brought our 22' pontoon boat. The ramp was only a couple of minutes away. There is an out door water park also a few minutes away. You can get to by car or boat. There are also springs that are a must see. John is awesome. You can tell he puts a lot of thought into the property and cares about what he does. We will definitely rent from hom property again. Maybe when it's a little cooler. :)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

14 December 2017

Away from it ALL! And it was great!!

My boyfriend and I spent Thanksgiving week at this wonderful cabin! The cabin is stocked with everything you could ever need! All you need is food. A big selection of movies and games for everyone. It was so peaceful sitting on the deck in the mornings and evenings listening to the wildlife and the rain. One early morning, we got a wake up call from a pack of wolves passing by, kind of freaked out at first because neither of us were use to it, but it was cool! Very secluded property. The owner was very kind and only comes around if you need him. We will definitely be coming back, next time with friends and family, and maybe our dogs! ;) Thank you very much for letting us stay in your awesome cabin. =)

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jaime F.

3 September 2023

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

A little piece of heaven!

The property was beautiful, the place was clean and organized and fully stocked with every necessity you can think of and so many games and recreation. And John (the host) was so gracious and kind, and so helpful in terms of helping us figure out fun things for my family and I to do. The cabin is situated on such a beautiful piece of land right on the river which he provides canoes and kayaks. There are so many possibilities for fun things to do without ever even leaving the property! The cabin is located maybe one mile from the Ichetucknee River which is absolutely breathtaking, crystal clear blue water where me and my family went tubing, but you could go paddle boarding (which we plan to do next time), canoe or kayak or snorkeling. I really can't say enough about what an amazing time we had here!!!! STRONGLY RECOMMEND!!!! 👍 THANKS JOHN!!! ☺️

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

17 October 2016

Home away from home!

We truly had no idea what to expect until only a few minutes after our arrival. We were so surprised everytime we opened a closet, a drawer, or just touring the property. You literally only have to pack food, drinks, and a float for the river! The kids found the games, bikes, and swings within minutes, while we were busy checking out all of the comforts of home and realizing we could have packed MUCH lighter! John truly exceeded our expectations and we already are planning our return trip. (We just left today) Bob's River place was a hit with kids and adults. We also floated on tubes down to Rock Bluff Spring. So much to do and not enough time. Fires and cooking by the river were highlights for sure. All Of my facebook friends are already asking for the info after seeing our pics. Now I am just wondering if I want to share our new found secret. (Jk) Thanks again for a lovely time!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Ivan E.

25 July 2023

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

Cypress Cabin

My family and I had a great experience staying here. We fished from the dock mornings and evenings, had a couple of great bbqs at the cabin, and the kids made s'mores in the firepit. The cabin was generously stocked with basic necessities, such as paper towels, toilet paper, soaps and detergents, and other such supplies. There were more than enough pieces of cutlery and flatware, dishes and plates for six people. There were also full selections of kitchen gear (pots, pans, etc.) and bbq tools. The cabin is located in a region that has numerous amazing cold-water springs and crystal clear rivers, called "the Gilchrist Blueway." Not only are those natural wonders in close proximity, but the cabin is stocked with pamphlets, maps, and other bits of information about the nearby springs and rivers. Moreover, the whole property is very well organized. All of the cabinets and drawers are labeled, so you can always find exactly what you're looking for, be it a towel, a frying pan, a coffee cup, etc. Finally, the host is very nice and accommodating. He gave good advice regarding things to do in the area, made sure that we had everything we need while staying in the cabin, and was excellent at communicating. He responded to all messages instantly, and this made the whole process of checking in as well as the entire stay very worry-free.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline j.

8 July 2019

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Location, View and Untouched

The location was great, several natural springs to visit and Bob's Waterway was a blast. This place has it all; views from each window and the deck attached, canoes, kayaks, a rope swing and wooden pier to float to after jumping off the built up platform. A natural spring a mile away by canoe. A trail to the waterfront that boasts wildlife and small pools of water. The cabin has plush linens to bath with and everything you need to entertain small kids, teenagers so the adults can relax and sit out on the deck in relaxing chairs. The views are great, especially around 7am, for deer. The fire pit was perfect for roasting marshmallows and cooking hamburgers, fish and veggies. The kitchen was stocked with everything I needed to make delicious dinners for five hungry kids and two adults. We played games and dvds provided, board games, corn hole and napped under the stars. The owner, a scout master, gave us a full tour of the cabin and the grounds. He was patient and answered every question. He told us about the nearby springs and other activities close to our destination. He also checked in with us to ask if we needed during our stay and let us know that he is just a phone call away. We had a blast and will return to make more memories soon. Thank you John for a wonderful experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renae G.

28 February 2016

Relaxing

Perfect for our small family get together! The cabin was very simple, if your looking for something plush and luxurious, this is not for you. However, if your looking for abundant natural beauty combined with clean, quiet and cozy, it's perfect. Beautiful giant oaks with bird feeders (and even one with a timed corn feeder to lure deer) are just outside the bedroom windows and off a lovely step-down front porch. There was a big screen HD TV with Direct TV and hundreds of DVD's, games GALORE, and a collection of books, including a well composed binder with area information and maps (on the desk). The beds were all VERY comfortable with nice bedding and plush pillows. The large kitchen was exceptionally stocked with everything you could need, plus extras. The refrigerator is clean but empty on arrival so make sure you bring your own condiments (there are a few in little packs in a cabinet).The bathrooms had over and beyond the usual stock items. Showers had good water pressure, nice shampoos and body wash, sinks had hand soaps and lotion. Our cell phones did not work, but there is a landline phone. The water levels were up so we were not able to walk down to the river but we were notified of this in advance. The owner is a really nice guy. He has a residence on the property, but was respectful of our privacy. We only saw him when we were returning from an outing and found him restocking firewood for the fire ring. The only issue we had was we were not able to stay longer. Thanks John.

About the host

Hosted by John Morley

John and Catie Morley have 4 grown boys and 3 dogs. We originally purchased the 8 acre Suwannee Log Cabin on the southwest corner of the property (next driveway towards CR340) so we had space to drive our ATVs and enjoy our boat. We purchased the adjacent 16 acre Suwannee Cypress Cabin and property to add space for larger family, friend gatherings and because of the unique property.
Since the property was sitting idle between family visits we decided to open up the cabin and property to families and groups. Our focus has been to provide the maximize the amenities and furnishings for the convenience of our customers and to price it so all families can enjoy it at a reasonable rate.
Now we truly enjoy renting the property out to families and groups who want to visit
We really enjoy the privacy of the property, the large trees and abundant wildlife.

Why they chose this property

Whether you are a family looking for a cabin close to the springs, boaters looking for river access or a group just looking for a privacy and space at a reasonable price, the Suwannee Cypress Cabin is for you.
The 3 bedroom cabin is spacious enough for a large family or group, up to 8. There is a large living room with seating for 8, dining table able to handle 12 plus a covered deck with 6 chairs, a table and 6 chairs under the cabin and a campfire pit with seating for 8. The cabin is fully furnished for your convenience. Linens, towels, dishware, glassware, cookware, utensils, small appliances, BBQ's, We have tried to provide the maximum amount of furnishings to minimize our guests need to bring things or avoid frequent trips to the store.
Rental of the cabin includes a drive in car pass to Rock Bluff Springs and 5 passes to Hart Springs County Park.

What makes this property unique

This cabin is unique because it is in the center of most of the major Santa fe, Suwannee River basin springs. Plus it offers plenty of space for a group/family up to 8 on 24 private forested acres. Waterfront offers large dock for your boats and trails on the property allow for hiking and ATV, golf cart use.
For additional space a second cabin is available for rent directly from the owner. It is a 2 bedroom (sleeps 6), 2 bath modern log cabin, fully furnished. Large fenced front yard. The last 6 photos show the Suwannee Log Cabin.

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10/10 Excellent

Golda Kelli R.

Feels Like Home – A Perfect Getaway!

Golda Kelli R.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Nice and quiet very nice

Kevin E.

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

The river

Michael F.

10/10 Excellent

Pedro A.

Five Stars

Pedro A.

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Wonderful Florida Outdoor Stay

Heather P.

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Best time - can't wait to go back!

Charles S.

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Great place, weather permitting

Charles W.

10/10 Excellent

Mobile Surface C.

Best place

Mobile Surface C.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Amazing Family Vacation