Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61050 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Defuniak Springs, FL

Walton County Heritage Museum10 min drive
Lake Defuniak10 min drive
Chautauqua Vineyards14 min drive
Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)120 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second BR

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A home with plenty of shade and outdoor area to enjoy. Fish from the dock, play games on the screen porch, or BBQ at the picnic area. Plus there is a boat launch nearby. Kitchen is stocked with coffee to start your mornings off right. Plenty of room to eat or chat around the table. Three beds (king, 2 queen) to make very comfortable sleeping arrangements for six people. Check out the fish food -- fun for kids to take to the dock and watch the fish come over for a meal.

Very private, yet still close to the lovely sandy white beaches of South Walton County (approximately 20 minute drive). Or take a drive to visit the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center, historic Eden Gardens State Park, or Alaqua Animal Refuge. There are several golf courses, scuba diving, horseback riding, and fishing charter opportunities -- all of which can be done as a day trip.

Other recommendations and entertainment ideas can be provided upon request.

Property manager

Theresa

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

No eating in bedrooms or living room

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

No wild parties or extremely late nights

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Call for permission & addl fee

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside on deck, pavilion, or in yard; none indoor

Early check-in by request may be accommodated

No driving beyond drive way. Pets with prior approval and with payment of fee.

Relax, rejuvenate, and have fun!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: no wild parties or extremely late nights

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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

De Funiak Springs

Located in De Funiak Springs, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Eagle Springs Golf and Recreation Park and Chautauqua Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chipley Park and Lake Defuniak. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Defuniak Springs, FL

What's nearby

Walton County Heritage Museum - 10 min drive
Lake Defuniak - 10 min drive
Chautauqua Vineyards - 14 min drive
Kings Lake - 16 min drive
Vortex Springs - 28 min drive

Getting around

Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 12 min drive
Whataburger - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Hungry Howies Pizza - 12 min drive
McLains Family Steakhouse - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Walton County Heritage Museum, Chipley Park, and Lake Defuniak. Kings Lake and Walton-DeFuniak Public Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor W.

Apr 16, 2024

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

Very comfortable stay

Close enough to town. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy the quiet calmness of the deck, screened in porch and walk to the water. Walmart delivery for forgotten items was spot on. Tannin’s restaurant easily accompanied 20 for dinner after my brother's memorial service. Service and food were wonderful. We would definitely stay again, if in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Mar 18, 2024

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

Winter retreat

My 3 teens and I were 1 month snow birds in this lovely home. The internet was great for school. The host was quick to respond and let us borrow additional kitchen gadgets we needed for a longer stay. We enjoyed lounging on the dock and walking the neighborhood. We were close enough to explore the beaches and amazing hiking trails. We would choose to stay here again.

Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 10, 2024

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

Quiet retreat

Jonas went out of his way to ensure our dogs would be able to run property off leash. Such a blessing. Beautiful home, beautiful lake. Super nice nextdoor neighbors!

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Charlene L.

Jan 7, 2024

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

Cat Island

Peaceful, quite area, fenced yard, circle drive. hanging moss swaying in the trees. Boardwalk takes you right off the back deck to the lake behind. Sunrise -be sure and take your morning coffee down to the little boat dock, and come back again in the evening for spectacular sun set. Large screened area on the back deck right out from the kitchen. Wash dishes looking out with view of the lake. Bed is firm and slept very well. Showers are great. owners are quick to respond to inquiries. Decor and furniture updates make the space more cozy and welcoming than when we booked online. Cat Island is 4 minutes around the corner :)

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Dec 18, 2023

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

Defuniak Springs

It was absolutely amazing, definitely will book again

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Theresa

Traveled the world and settled in this quaint historic town ~ DeFuniak Springs, Florida. Picture of Juniper Lake taken at the dock on this property. It was taken by a wildlife photographer who stayed at Serenity Retreat.

Why they chose this property

When you look at the lake views, there is no doubt you will know why we choose to live on Lake Juniper. It is a 300 acre state-owned and maintained lake. The fish and turtles actually come to the dock when you put out food. Come during Christmas and see the circle around the lake in full decoration or for one of the other local celebrations. Make wonderful family memories so you can reminisce and return to visit for years to come.

What makes this property unique

You will love the cool breeze that blows across the lake and fills the air with a fresh scent. Or do some sunbathing on the dock. Either way, this home is a great price for the area. We just want to share our piece of paradise with you. The area is laid back and traffic is not heavy. You can bike ride if you bring your own bikes. There is a paddleboat and fishing poles available for a small cost. Lots of room for family to roam. Check out the moss in trees or those curved trees growing in the edge of the lake. It is just pure fun for all.