2.5 Acre Private Bayfront. Kayak Launch. Several Fall Weeks Open @ $1175/Week

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Bayside view of our one-story home with screened porch and wraparound deck.

Spectacular evening sunset... view from our boardwalk

Cozy livingroom w/ vaulted ceiling, pecky cypress/stone fireplace. Two new sofas

Spacious 12' X 18' gourmet kitchen w/ blue-eyes granite, new updated appliances

GE Cafe 5-burner stove w/warming drawer, Bosch dishwasher, 36 in stainless sink

Quiet front load washer/dryer, Breville Smart oven, microwave. Long counterspace

Screened porch with ceiling fan. Wonderful spot for early morning coffee!

Patio view looking out to curved boardwalk and Apalachicola Bay.

150' boardwalk over expanse of pristine, native wetlands. Dock/kayak launch pad.

Shallow water boat slip suitable for flats boats. We catch redfish from our dock

4' X 8' kayak launch pad w/ ladder. Perfect spot also to fish + watch sunsets!

View of our deck overlooking the Bay. Dining table and relaxing deck chairs.

Wrap around deck, facing bay with steamer deck chairs. Perfect for afternoon nap

We enjoy local Florida artist's works. Mike Brennan created this large swordfish

Circular driveway with wooded lot behind. Ample space for car and boat/trailer.

One of several landscaped side lawns. Most of our land is in its native habitat.

Custom 36' stainless steel grill. Hot/cold outdoor shower in background (right).

Ample covered parking for cars and boats/trailers. Nearby hose for washing boats

Back view of our bay front home on 2.5 acres. Private lot with native vegetation

Master bedroom. Deck outside sliding doors & view into trees behind beach house.

Twin bedroom w/ new mattresses. Sliding glass doors to right, overlooking Bay.

Queen bedroom w/ 40in Samsung Smart TV. Sliding glass door leads to wrap patio.

View from our living room looking across deck to Apalachicola Bay and wetlands.

Plantation clubhouse with pool (70' lap lanes) + workout room. 1.5 blocks away.

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Minimum stay:1-28 nights

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Pets considered:No
Wheel chair accessible:No

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We have several weeks open this fall at the Fall Season (Sept 10-Nov 18) rate of $1175/wk, with one week available in September and two open in October. Currently, all of November is available.

Our home is perfect for a relaxing vacation! We are situated on a private 2.5 acre bayfront double lot with wonderful views, private dock with a shallow water boat slip, and kayak launch. Plus, we are walking distance to the lovely Gulf beaches and new community 70-ft swimming pool. Our home has a warm, inviting atmosphere with comfortable living-room furnishings (two new custom sofas), well-equipped, spacious gourmet kitchen, hardwood/tile flooring, plus high-speed internet and 54 cable channels with Netflix, 5 HBO channels + Amazon Prime movies/TV access. At 1750 sq ft, we are cottage-sized, perfect for small families or couples.

Rental is by homeowner, with our rates at a special discount - approximately a 15% savings over prices charged when rented through realtors. Cleaning and linens are included in our rate.

Florida 9% tax is additional.

NO DOGS permitted except for monthly winter rentals, regardless of weight or breed. Please do not request special permission to bring "small" dogs.

We are located in The Plantation, a private gated community with lush native vegetation. Our home overlooks the bay without having to walk to an upper level to see water, as one often must do in homes not directly on the water. We have the bayside views, but are only 1.5 blocks from the beach side of the island with the community 70' pool/ lap lanes, clubhouse, tennis court, workout room, bike path, and boardwalk beach access. The delightful bike paths extend the length of The Plantation, we recommend you bring or rent bikes. When the ocean side waves are high, you can hear the pounding surf at our house!

Our home is a one-story bayfront, newly painted and roofed with skylights, on a double lot. We offer privacy and breathtaking sunset views across Apalachicola Bay. We are situated on a secluded 2.5 acre wooded site with landscaped front and side lawns. We recently purchased the backyard lot and have mowed a 'shortcut' walking path that ties into Lark Lane, one block from the Plantation clubhouse, pool, and beach access. Birdwatching and stargazing are both excellent here. Only three other homes are located off Bayview Drive.

We have a 150’ long boardwalk extending over native wetlands to our re-built private dock, with a shallow water boat slip suitable for flats boats. Water levels at the dock ebb and flow with the tides, typical V-hull boats will likely not be able to access the boat slip during low tide. There is an excellent public concrete boat ramp next to the bridge and several less developed sand/oyster shell ramps on the island for launching your boat. Two of the more primitive ones are located on the far end of the island at the state park (fee).

The dock also has a step down 4' x 8' kayak launch platform with railings to assist in entry/exit from your boat (see photo). Kayak fishing is excellent in the shallow All Tides Cove waters in front of our home. There are also kayak launches in the Plantation at nearby Nicks Hole and at the 'Cut'. Kayaks are NOT included with home rental.

We keep a crab trap at the ready and fish directly from our dock - we catch redfish and sea trout right in the cove in front of our house. Mullet are frequently observed jumping too! Kids can enjoy watching small fish and crabs move about under the dock.

This is our family's cozy "island retreat”, not a sterile rental unit. Our home has hardwood and tile flooring, a well equipped and updated gourmet kitchen, vaulted living room ceiling, comfortable furnishings, sliding glass doors in every room, and incredible views.

* Two Queen bedrooms, 1 twin bed bedroom. All bedrooms have double sliding glass doors leading to the wrap-around deck and the living room has double and triple sliding glass doorways, all with great vistas.
* One master bath, plus two additional skylight lite bathrooms sharing a tub/shower room between them (Jack-and-Jill style arrangement). All granite or custom marble countertop vanities.
* High-speed internet plus four TVs with cable, including HBO. Two TVs are connected to the internet with free Amazon PRIME movies and TV shows (entire HBO past series just added), as well as Netflix, Hulu Plus, and Zulu for a fee or via renter's subscription.
* Two separate HVAC units, allowing a different temperature setting in two of the bedrooms + adjoining baths from the rest of the house.
* Additional outdoor hot/cold shower.
* Large, custom 36” stainless steel grill + smoker.
* Ample covered parking and a circular driveway for boat/trailer.

We love using our home ourselves, and keep it clean and well equipped.

Keywords: BayFront home. One story. Dock. Kayak launch platform. Fishing. 2.5 acre private lot. Close proximity to 70' community swimming pool and beach. Gourmet kitchen. 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths. 6 person maximum occupancy.

No pets except for monthly winter renters.

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Property Type

House

1750 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Long-Term Renters Welcome
Minimum Age Limit For Renters:
No college age renters, unless with their parents....more less

Children Welcome:
Nearby pool, bike path, tennis courts. TVs in each bedroom. Kids' books, tennis rackets, badmitton rackets/birdie available....more less
Non Smoking Only

Pets Not Allowed
Wheelchair Inaccessible

Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6

Bedroom 1: 1 queen
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Bedroom 2: 1 queen
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Bedroom 3: 2 twin/ single
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Both queen bedrooms have double sliding glass doors leading out onto wraparound deck facing out to the woods. The queen beds have Therapedic Memory foam mattress toppers and are very comfortable. Two (2) twin beds with new mattresses + box springs are in a front bedroom, facing the bay, with double sliding glass doors opening onto the main deck. All bedrooms have a ceiling fan. We have a 6 person maximum occupancy due to septic capacity....more less

Bathrooms: 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 2
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2.5 baths. We have one larger master bathroom with new custom granite countertop + rectangular sink. The other queen and twin bedroom share the Jack-and-Jill style bathroom (toilet/shower/toilet with sliding doors between), lit by new skylights + featuring new blue pearl granite vanity countertops. All bathrooms have updated TOTO cyclone. high profile (ADA compliant) European-style toilets. ...more less

Other Amenities

One owner is a wetlands ecologist and is well versed on the local native wildflower and hiking/biking sites. She would enjoy sharing her wealth of knowledge! ...more less

Entertainment

Books:
Wide assortment of paperback books....more less
DVD Player:
Four (4) Blu-ray, DVD, and/or VCR players....more less
Games:
Wide assortment of games - card games, puzzles, board games (Scrabble, Monopoloy, chess, checkers, etc)....more less

Satellite / Cable:
89 cable channels + five (5) HBO channels. Amazon PRIME Instant Video is loaded on 2 TVs with 100s of free movies/TV shows + entire HBO past series. Netflix, Hulu, Zulu available for fee....more less
Stereo:
Two CD/radio players....more less
Television:
Four TVs. 40' Samsung Smart flat screen (queen) + living room TV are connected to internet w/ free Amazon PRIME movies/TV shows. Netflix, Hulu+, Zulu available for fee. 22' flat screen LED TV in twin...more less

Toys:
Wide assortment of toys, playground chalk, etc....more less
Video Library:
Wide assortment of DVDs and videos....more less

Theme

Adventure
Away From It All

Family
Historic

Romantic
Sports & Activities

Attractions

Arboretum
Botanical Garden
Churches

Cinemas
Library
Live Theater

Marina
Museums
Playground
Restaurants

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/Bank
Fitness Center

Groceries
Hospital

Medical Services

Leisure Activities

Antiquing
Beachcombing
Bird Watching
Boating

Eco Tourism
Scenic Drives
Shelling
Shopping

Sight Seeing
Walking
Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

Waterfront

Sports & Adventure Activities

Cycling
Deepsea Fishing
Fishing
Fly Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Golf
Hiking

Hunting
Jet Skiing
Kayaking
Mountain Biking
Pier Fishing
Sailing
Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling

Snorkeling
Snorkeling/Diving
Sound/Bay Fishing
Surf Fishing
Surfing
Swimming
Tennis
Wind-Surfing

Dining

Dining:
Outdoor deck glass dining table with 6 chairs overlooking bay. Kitchen wicker table with 4 wicker chairs + 2 antique rush-seated chairs can be pulled up. Baby high seat in twin bedroom closet....more less

Dining Area

Seating for 6 people

General

Air Conditioning:
Two (2) separate air conditioners allow wing with two bedrooms to have separate temperature setting from master bedroom and rest of home. New air conditioner, 2011 ! Ceiling fan in every room....more less
Clothes Dryer:
Very quiet. Indoors....more less
Covered Parking:
Large covered area for 2 cars and a boat. Driveway is circular and easy to navigate with boat/trailer. Outdoor hose available to wash down boat....more less
Fitness Room / Equipment:
Fitness room in Plantation clubhouse. Code required for entry....more less
Heating:
Two (2) separate HVAC units allow wing with two bedrooms to have separate temperature setting from master bedroom and rest of home. New heating system, 2011 ! ...more less

Internet:
Fairpoint Communications high speed internet. Also, two TVs are connected to the internet for free Amazon PRIME Instant Videos + Netflix, Hulu, Zulu for a fee or via personal subscription....more less
Iron & Board
Linens Provided:
All provided....more less
Living Room:
Large living room with sofa, love seat, arm chairs. Vaulted ceiling with fan. Window wall with spectacular view of bay. French doors overlooking wooded lot. Stone fireplace by pecky cypress bookcases...more less
Parking:
Covered parking area under house or outside on circular driveway....more less

Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:
Covered parking area under house for boat/trailer or outside on circular driveway....more less
Telephone:
Local extended calling....more less
Towels Provided:
Bath towels only. No beach towels...more less
Washing Machine:
Very quiet front load washer. Indoors. Clothes washing detergent NOT provided....more less
Wood Fireplace:
Stone fireplace with glass doors and a damper. Wood not provided....more less

Kitchen

Coffee Maker:
New Capresso 10-cup programmable electronic coffeemaker with thermal carafe....more less
Cooking Utensils:
Very well equipped for Thanksgiving or large seafood meals. Calphalon SS cookware. Crock-Pot slow cooker, 12-quart multi-cooker, electric skillet, griddle, waffle maker. Multiple baking pans/dishes....more less
Dishes & Utensils:
Complete dinnerware settings for up to 12 persons. Two full sets of silverware. Several sets of bowls/cups. Knife block. Spice rack. Multiple baking and cooking utensils for seafood/holiday meals....more less
Dishwasher:
New Bosch dishwasher installed in February 2011. Extremely quiet. Finish powerball tabs and dish soap provided....more less

Kitchen:
Spacious 16' x 12', very well equipped kitchen with custom blue eyes granite countertops and 36' double SS sink. GE Cafe 5-burner glass top stove with double oven/warming drawer. Vent cooking hood. Bosch dishwasher. Kenmore SS French door refrigerator. Microwave, toaster oven, toaster, large pots/pans for cooking seafood/holiday meals. New travertine 20' floor tile...more less
Microwave:
New large Panasonic counter model with Inverter technology....more less
Oven:
Extra large 5.4 cu ft programmable convection/bake/roast oven. Lower oven (baking or warming drawer) heats from 140º to 450º....more less
Pantry Items:
Spice rack....more less

Refrigerator:
NEW! Kenmore SS French door model. 24.7 cu. ft. Multi Air Flow unit with 2 clear humidity-controlled crispers, 5 shelves, 4 door storage bins, pull-out freezer. Water filter and in-door ice maker....more less
Stove:
GE Cafe 5-burner glass top electric stove with double oven. Stovetop has two burners with dual size elements, plus a griddle element, and warming element. Consumer Reports rated as TOP PICK in 2012....more less
Toaster:
Breville Smart Convection oven....more less

Outside

Deck / Patio:
Large deck facing the bay wraps around the house. Patio dining table plus two steamer deck chairs, several Adirondack style chairs. Screened porch with patio furniture. Ceiling fan. No-see-um screens...more less
Kayak / Canoe:
The dock has a step-down 4' x 8' kayak launch platform, with railings at the bottom to assist in entry/exit. Kayaks or canoes not provided. Rentals are available on island....more less

Lawn / Garden:
Large lawn, one of largest lots in The Plantation, we're told. 2.5 acre wooded lot with walking path that leads to Plantation clubhouse, pool, beach access, bike trails, and tennis court....more less
Outdoor Grill:
Custom 36' stainless steel charcoal grill/smoker. Charcoal not provided....more less

Tennis:
One tennis court at Clubhouse about 1.5 blocks away. Two other courts available in The Plantation....more less

Pool / Spa

Communal Pool:
Community Plantation pool is 1.5 blocks away. New 70' pool with lap lanes and play area installed in summer of 2010! Free to Plantation guests. Covered picnic tables, bathroom/changing rooms, pool lounge chairs, and outdoor shower available in pool area. Nearby long clubhouse deck with rocking chairs and overhead ceiling fans overlooks beach. Free WiFi available. Bike path stretches from Plantation entrance to the Sykes Cut and connects to pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse....more less

Rates

Dates	Nightly	Weekly	Monthly *

FALL Sep 10 - Nov 18, 2016 7 night min stay		$1,175	$4,198

Thanksgiving week Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2016 7 night min stay		$1,225

Christmas Dec 23 - Dec 29, 2016 7 night min stay		$1,350

New Year weekend Dec 30 - Jan 1, 2017 3 night min stay	$250

January/February Jan 2 - Feb 28, 2017 28 night min stay			$2,600
Changeover Day: Monday

Early-Late Spring 2017 Mar 1 - May 19, 2017 7 night min stay		$1,398	$3,998

Early summer May 20 - Jun 23, 2017 7 night min stay		$1,625

Mid summer Jun 24 - Jul 7, 2017 7 night min stay		$1,695

Late summer Jul 8 - Aug 11, 2017 7 night min stay		$1,625

* Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

Refundable Damage Deposit $150
Plantation entry fee $75
Tax Rate 9%

Owner's cancellation policy:

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

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2 Miles

Nearest Airport

Private airport on island

8 Miles

Nearest Motorway

About 3 miles to bridge. 5 miles across bridge.

3 Miles

Nearest Restaurant

Near causeway from bridge to shore.

Car: Recommended

DOGS permitted ONLY on winter monthly rentals.

It's only a few steps down from dock to 4' x 8' kayak launch platform. Trap bait fish or crabs from our dock. We have caught redfish right off the dock!

Excellent fishing at Sykes Cut from the rocks; only available to those in The Plantation.

The Plantation bike path extends from the entrance to Sykes Cut. There are bike racks at the pool/tennis courts/beach access and at the Cut.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

*St George Island State Park – pristine beaches, dunes, bay forest, salt marshes. Hiking trails and observation platforms. Excellent birding opportunities. Camping.

*St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - white “sugar” sand beaches, striking dunes. Excellent snorkeling, swimming, birding, fishing, kayaking. Scalloping (in season). Camping (including remote boat camping).

*Apalachicola National Forest - 564,000 acre Longleaf pine/Wiregrass ecosystem. Excellent birding, rare wildflower viewing, extensive savannas, fishing, kayak/canoeing, picnic areas with hiking trails. Fort Gadsden Historic Site.

*Tate's Hell State Forest - hiking, biking, wildlife, wild flower viewing. Canoe trails. Excellent dwarf cypress forest trail.

*Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 2nd largest Estuarine Research Reserve system in US. Educational center.

*Cape St. George State Reserve – Barrier island- boat access only. Shell collecting. Pottery shards.

*Cape St George Lighthouse & Keeper's Cottage – tours

*St Marks National Wildlife Refuge – Educational center. 70,00 acre refuge with coastal marshes, islands, tidal creeks and estuaries of seven north Florida rivers. Archeological (shell mounds) and historic sites .St. Marks Lighthouse, built in 1842, still in use today.

*St Vincent National Wildlife Refuge - Educational center. Barrier island refuge accessible by boat only.

*St. Joseph Bay Preserve - Educational center, programs.

*Apalachicola Maritime Museum - active sailing program and adventure programs, boat-building, restoration and educational programs.

*Apalachicola Historic District - Over 900 homes and buildings listed in National Register dating to 1830s. Antique stores, art galleries, fine dining. Botanical garden. Walking tours.

*Apalachicola Museum of Art - temporary visual art exhibits.

*Dixie Theater - Built in 1912, rebuilt in 1998. Live Professional Theatre and musical events.

*Battery Park/City Marina - Boat launch, park with picnic tables and playground.

*Chestnut Street Cemetery - Established in 1831. Funerary art.

*Crooked River Lighthouse – Built 1895, to guide ships through East Pass between Dog Island and St. George Island. Reconstructed keeper’s house features history and science exhibits. Picnic area.

Owner info

Year Purchased: 1999

About the owner: Co-owner lives in Tallahassee and worked nearby as a wetlands Ecologist for 20 years. She would be happy to share her knowledge of the nearby forests/recreation sites and boating/biking opportunities.

Why the Owner Chose Plantation, St. George Island, FL, USA:
Sunsets are breathtaking! Restful surroundings with so much nature, birds, and Apalachicola Bay right in front of our home.

The Unique Benefits at this House:
We are not in the crowded commercial section of the island. We're in a gated community, The Plantation. TWO AND A HALF acres, bay is right out front, trees and landscaping, privacy. Yet only 2.5 BLOCKS TO POOL, BIKE PATH, TENNIS, GULF BEACH ACCESS! We are halfway between causeway bridge and Sykes Cut at west end of Island, right on the Bay, and directly across from pool and beach. ------------------------------------------------------ Kath, Thank you for sharing you wonderful home with us... we really had a lovely time the sunsets were absolutely breathtaking... we went to state park which was awesome for fishing in surf and NOT ANOTHER SOUL around!!! your little bit of heaven. thanks again, Janis A., July 2010 Kath, Loving our stay here at Cypress Cove! The floor plan is very spacious, love the wood floors, screened porch and all the windows/doors. We are the only humans on the Bayview Drive this week. Even if the other houses on this block were rented this is still so private. We've been coming here for years and this week is the clearest waters I have seen with the prettiest turquoise color. People don't know what they are missing. Angie G. Oct.2010

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Bayside view of our one-story home with screened porch and wraparound deck.
Cozy livingroom w/ vaulted ceiling, pecky cypress/stone fireplace. Two new sofas
GE Cafe 5-burner stove w/warming drawer, Bosch dishwasher, 36 in stainless sink
Screened porch with ceiling fan. Wonderful spot for early morning coffee!
150' boardwalk over expanse of pristine, native wetlands. Dock/kayak launch pad.
4' X 8' kayak launch pad w/ ladder. Perfect spot also to fish + watch sunsets!
Wrap around deck, facing bay with steamer deck chairs. Perfect for afternoon nap
Circular driveway with wooded lot behind. Ample space for car and boat/trailer.
Custom 36' stainless steel grill. Hot/cold outdoor shower in background (right).
Back view of our bay front home on 2.5 acres. Private lot with native vegetation
Twin bedroom w/ new mattresses. Sliding glass doors to right, overlooking Bay.
View from our living room looking across deck to Apalachicola Bay and wetlands.

Spectacular evening sunset... view from our boardwalk
Spacious 12' X 18' gourmet kitchen w/ blue-eyes granite, new updated appliances
Quiet front load washer/dryer, Breville Smart oven, microwave. Long counterspace
Patio view looking out to curved boardwalk and Apalachicola Bay.
Shallow water boat slip suitable for flats boats. We catch redfish from our dock
View of our deck overlooking the Bay. Dining table and relaxing deck chairs.
We enjoy local Florida artist's works. Mike Brennan created this large swordfish
One of several landscaped side lawns. Most of our land is in its native habitat.
Ample covered parking for cars and boats/trailers. Nearby hose for washing boats
Master bedroom. Deck outside sliding doors & view into trees behind beach house.
Queen bedroom w/ 40in Samsung Smart TV. Sliding glass door leads to wrap patio.
Plantation clubhouse with pool (70' lap lanes) + workout room. 1.5 blocks away.

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