Ken's Den @ Poe Springs: a Historic Home on the Santa Fe River

• Santa Fe river get away

  Santa Fe river get away

  • Guest Warren S.
  • Date of stay 11/02/12
  • Review Submitted 11/09/12
  This is a wonderful location on the river for many fun activities. Yoga, stretching, relaxing, family bonding, or just having fun. The owners have taken your needs into complete consideration. One can enjoy this location on the bank of the beautiful Santa Fe River. Great location.

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• Tampa Escape to the River

  Tampa Escape to the River

  • Guest Warren S.
  • Date of stay 11/02/12
  • Review Submitted 11/06/12
  We had a family retreat at this wonderful property. The home, the amenities, and details all thought out for a most pleasant river experience. A must to spend time on the river and this house is ideal for a wonderful peaceful retreat. Yoga, stretching, fishing, kayaking, cooking, and merrymaking are all easily obtainable from this great property. Our relaxing family escape was accomplished at this warm accommodating property.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway.

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• Incredible Experience

  Incredible Experience

  • Guest User
  • Date of stay 09/28/12
  • Review Submitted 09/30/12
  We stayed here for my brother-in-law's 40th birthday. When we travel, we frequently stay at vacation rentals on HomeAway. However, this far exceeded any other vacation rental experience we've had. This place is just incredible. It is so well-appointed and has everything you could possibly want or need. It is the perfect combination of luxury and laid back. We cooked several meals in the kitchen and fished off the dock until our hearts were content. We also canoed down to Blue Springs which was so much fun!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway.

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• Rent

  Rent

  • Guest Haley
  • Date of stay 09/21/12
  • Review Submitted 09/26/12
  It was a great place, with everything you could ever want and need.

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• Best Rental on the Sante Fe River

  Best Rental on the Sante Fe River

  • Guest Floridians
  • Date of stay 06/15/12
  • Review Submitted 06/21/12
  Our Family Reunion was perfect because of this house. Three families converged from all over Florida and had more than enough room and amenities to relax and enjoy each other's company. We took advantage of the roof top hammock and shaded wooden deck. We jumped off the large floating dock and swam in the river. We used the 5 canoes and kayaks to explore the river and found fossilized shark teeth and bones in the rocky shallows just downstream. The kids caught and released Bass and Bluegill right off the balcony with the provided fishing poles. The large kitchen and table was well appointed and perfect for all our meals. the rooms were clean and comfortable and the top-of-the-line washer/drier allowed us to pack fewer clothes. Plenty of parking and very nice neighbors (thanks for use of the rope swing!) Jennifer (owner) was professional and accommodating. We'll be back for sure!!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, people with disabilities, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

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• GREAT PLACE

  GREAT PLACE

  • Guest Tammy
  • Date of stay 03/24/12
  • Review Submitted 04/03/12
  We had a great famiy vacation. Plenty of space and all the amenties we needed. I would absolutely recommend this home and plan to return next year to stay again. Only problem we incured was the river was very low so our Jon boat coud not go enter river near the home, but the owners can't control mother nature. But the manager did advise us on a boat ramp we could use that met the Sante Fe and the Swannee river that was a great treat. I wish pets were allowed but I understand the owners concerns.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway.

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• What An Amazing Place

  What An Amazing Place

  • Guest brits away
  • Date of stay 02/07/12
  • Review Submitted 03/06/12
  We was only fortunate to stay at Kens Den for four nights but what a brilliant time was had by all, we whent out on the Kyaks every day a first for us, but what a great way to see the river and its wild life (& naked Ed!!!) We even stopped of for a swim at Rum Island absolutley brilliant.The weather was really good but the fireplace looked so inviting that we (the ladies stopped in one evening so we could light it).The house was fully stocked from binoculars to bird spotting books, we couldnt have wanted for anything else, so thank you so much for letting us experiance life on the river front,. We shall be back for sure.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway.

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• Wonderful time spent on the river

  Wonderful time spent on the river

  • Guest loves to travel
  • Date of stay 02/17/12
  • Review Submitted 02/27/12
  We stayed at Ken's Den over the Presidents Day weekend (2012) and had a relaxing time on the river and in High Springs. The house is one of the best VRBO's we have ever stayed in and we have been doing this for years. There is literally nothing to complain about. The place was clean, the descriptions were accurate and every time we needed something, with a little bit of looking we found it, The owners have really paid attention. There is plenty of living space for multiple couples or a big family, The outside space allows for people to spread out and the big wrap around couch in the living room can comfortably fit 6 to 8 adults. There are kayaks and canoes for your use and the dock is right in front of the house. Could not be more convenient. The property manager has a great antique/furniture store in downtown High Springs, drives to the property and goes over everything so you are not spending the first 2 hours figuring it out. Just a great VRBO. Oh, do bring drinking water!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Great Time on the River

  Great Time on the River

  • Guest Andy
  • Date of stay 09/16/11
  • Review Submitted 10/12/11
  We had a great time at Ken's Den. It was super convenient to all the local springs and downtown High Springs. We kayaked the river and had a blast. We even met local legend "Naked Ed". The place was clean and updated. I recommended it to anyone.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Special memories

  Special memories

  • Guest Sheri and Bill
  • Date of stay 07/07/09
  • Review Submitted 09/03/11
  We have stayed at Ken's Den several times over the years for a week at a time when we just wanted to get away to cozy accommodations and commune with nature. Waking in the morning from a great night's sleep to enjoy coffee and watch the river flow set the stage for a day of canoeing, cycling, swimming or reading. Some happy family memories were made there.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Additional information about rental rates

Holidays = $400 per night,(3 night minimum stay)

Big Florida Football Game Weekends (2 night minimum stay) $400 per night.

November - February = $275 night, 4 nights or more $250 night.

March - October = $325 night, 4 nights or more $300.00

Fees:

• Refundable Damage Deposit: $500
• Cleaning Fee: $150 + tax
• $25 per person,per day over 6: $25 + tax
• Canoe/Kayak Rental $20 per day/per boat: $20 + tax
• Tax Rate 11%

Cancellation policy:

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.