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Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!

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O'Brien Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,750 Sq Ft | 2 Exterior Steps Required
Living Room | Smart TV | Central A/C | Ceiling Fans | Free WiFi
Dining Area | Dining Table | Dishware/Flatware
Living Room
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8162.6 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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O'Brien, FL
  • Place, Ichetucknee Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ichetucknee River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Fe River
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Bonus Room)

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!

Escape to Florida when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath O’Brien vacation rental! With its fully equipped kitchen, modern interior, and furnished patio, this home is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and indulge in the sunshine. Spend your days at Ivey Memorial Park overlooking the Historic Suwannee River, or visiting one of the many freshwater springs nearby. Return home to fire up the grill before ending the night by the fire pit, roasting marshmallows and watching the sunset!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Screened-In Patio | Gas Grill | Fenced-In Backyard

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bonus Room: Twin Daybed, Full Futon | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Porch, outdoor seating & dining, fire pit
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, dining table, breakfast bar, laptop-friendly workspace, 2 walk-in showers, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, drip & pod coffee maker, microwave, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, washer/dryer, hangers, iron/board, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story home, 2 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Ichetucknee Springs State Park (4 miles), Ivey Memorial Park (9 miles), O’Leno State Park (18 miles), Ginnie Springs Outdoors, LLC (20 miles), Alligator Lake Park (22 miles), Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park (36 miles)
TEE TIME: Quail Heights Country Club (16 miles), Suwannee Country Club (24 miles), Turkey Creek Golf Course (31 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Blue Hole Spring Trailhead (5 miles), Greenway Trail (9 miles), Royal Springs Suwannee River Wilderness Trail (21 miles), Mt. Carrie Trail (27 miles), Florida Trail Turkey Run Trailhead (32 miles)
FRESHWATER SPRINGS: Blue Hole Spring (5 miles), Head Spring (5 miles), Devil’s Eye Spring (5 miles), Little River Springs (11 miles), Sunbeam Spring (16 miles), Royal Springs (22 miles)
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (42 miles), Jacksonville International Airport (89 miles)

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Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story home requires 2 steps to enter
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 is a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entryway, and 1 camera is located on the front of the home facing the parking area/driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

O Brien

O Brien is home to this holiday home. Regal UA Cinema 90 and Bob's River Place are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lake City Mall and Lake DeSoto Farmers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider High Springs Civic Center Park, or check out an event or a game at North Florida Speedway. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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O'Brien, FL

What's nearby

  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ichetucknee River - 3 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ichetucknee Conservation Area - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Santa Fe River - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Santa Fe River-Hartzog Conservation Easement - 7 min drive - 10.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Noble Roman's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Keg Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Farm Stand - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Reds Tavern Ft White - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit! on 23 June 2026 start from NZ$209, 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 Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Florida Escape w/ Patio & Fire Pit! located?

Located in O Brien, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ichetucknee Springs State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Santa Fe River and Ichetucknee Conservation Area. Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area and Ichetucknee River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great as usual.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheila w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at a lot of bnb’s, this by far is the best. Great location, clean, plenty of seating and our fur baby loved the fenced in yard. Well equipped and we will be reserving again and maybe for a week. The hosts were awesome !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kittchen was very efficient. Extremely clean. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was really nice and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Absolutely flawless stay!

The best vacation rental experience. Hosts were helpful & responsive, and the house was ideal. Would 10/10 recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. We were in town for a wedding and it was close enough for grocery runs, restaurants, and a visit to the springs for swimming. Host was phenomenal and we had absolutely no complaints about the home or property. Would definitely stay here again if we needes to visit the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice pet-friendly place with a cool screened in patio and fire pit. Our family loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed a lot of places and by far cleanest.Bill and Gayle are terrific hosts. Our Bernie-doodle dog also loved it. We’ve been there 3 or 4 times and will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice and well setup
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Well kept place

Great place and great communication with property owners
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and well decorated home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William A

We will do it again!

All 9 of us thoroughly enjoyed our short stay! We are already talking about our next getaway down there!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was beautiful. Everything was
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the ICHETUCKNEE Springs. House has ample room and was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stunning and just what you want for a place close to the springs

Absolutely loved staying here. This truly felt like my home away from homr. Everything was meticulously organized and it had everything that you'd think you need and some things you didn't know you needed. You can tell the owners really cared about this place, the experience, and whoeever stays in their home. We are definitely going back. Thanks again, hosts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great Stay

Second time we have stayed and just as good as the first time. Great host, cleanest house we have stayed at and great environment. We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice location to ichetucknee springs

Great spot, close to the springs. Clean. Will stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Beautiful home

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. It was clean and organized. Everything you need for a home away from home. Loved the decor! Very spacious! Will definitely book again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

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

Great Springs Get away

What a gem of a house for a springs get away. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house is very nice and spacious. The hosts have thought of everything. Easy to find and close to the springs and several state parks. Check out The Farmstand restaurant and The Collective food trucks while you are there they are both great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Great location and house

We loved our stay. The property is so clean and was the best equipped VRBO we have ever stayed in. It was great for being close the the springs and some great did and breweries just a short drive away. We will be staying again. Host was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

To the springs

The house is a great place to stay. We visited a couple of the springs in the area. If you wanted to eat out it was a little bit of a drive but not to bad.15 to 30 minutes to any chain restaurant plenty of local places. Sisters is great for lunch. Will book again if we go back to this area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

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

Family retreat

Got together with family around the holidays and had a great stay. Place was well stocked with whatever we'd need. Enjoyed yard games in the fenced in backyard while grilling out. Home was clean and beds comfortable. Place was close to where we needed. Highly recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Wonderful spot and great house

This stay exceeded my expectations. It was perfect from the moment I walked in to the moment I left. The house is beautifully set up for everything you could possibly neat. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daria O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better in person. Pictures don't do it justice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Great place

A 10 for sure. Owner obviously takes a lot of pride in this place. A lot of attention to details and cleanliness. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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