The Governor Cabin

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Tallahassee, FL

Tallahassee Automobile Museum15 min drive
Florida State University28 min drive
Florida A&M University29 min drive
Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

downstairs

1 Double Sofa Bed

upstairs

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Governors bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

This is the famous " Cookshack " log cabin owned by Governor Lawton Chiles and used for gatherings of state leaders and friends. We have renewed this wonderful cabin as a 2 story, 1 bedroom with a sleeper sofa and a twin daybed downstairs sleeping up to 5. The Governor Cabin has full wrap around porch and full kitchen. It’s simply an amazing natural retreat. Located adjacent to our gorgeous lake suitable for fishing, boating, paddleboarding, and sunbathing on the dock. And located amidst hundreds of acres of pristine fields, orchards, lakes and forests for a full array of activities in a beautiful natural setting.
The Governor is a one of a kind, true vintage cabin but upfitted with all the amenities for comfort- starlink wifi, heated and cooled, custom tub and shower, full kitchen with all the amenities of home.

Property manager

Bud Chiles

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

One pet only- $100 pet fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Cashless transactions are available

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

About the neighborhood

Tallahassee

Located in Tallahassee, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a lake. Tallahassee Automobile Museum and Goodwood Museum and Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail and Deep Creek Trail. The Fun Station and Tallahassee Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Tallahassee, FL

What's nearby

Tallahassee Automobile Museum - 15 min drive
Tallahassee Memorial Medical Center - 24 min drive
Florida State Capitol Building - 27 min drive
Florida State University - 28 min drive
Florida A&M University - 29 min drive

Getting around

Tallahassee Station - 29 min drive
Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

The Red Shed - 12 min drive
Bradfordville Blues Club - 19 min drive
Subway - 17 min drive
Big Bend Family Restaurant - 18 min drive
Panhandle Restaurant - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Governor Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Governor Cabin ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Governor Cabin ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Governor Cabin located?

Situated on a lake, this farm stay is within 12 mi (20 km) of Tallahassee Automobile Museum, Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park, and CMX Cinemas Fallschase. St. Marks River Preserve State Park and Goodwood Museum and Gardens are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

May 8, 2024

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

natural retreat

very peaceful place to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Dec 19, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total Get Away!

The perfect spot for nature and seclusion! The cabins (there are 2, dating back to 1890) are nestled in the back of an organic blueberry farm, very serene surroundings. The cabin is charming, a “true” log cabin. Huge wrap around porch, lovely bathroom with both a claw foot soaking tub and shower. While it is not insulated, there are several heating options available if going in the Winter. We enjoyed our Weekend while in town for a family Wedding!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grady

Oct 23, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

May 14, 2023

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

Relaxing get away

Rustic secluded beautiful property. Just what we needed. Close to Thomasville and Tallahassee.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Mar 14, 2023

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

Peaceful and beautiful area with wonderful historic cabin

We stayed 3 nights for our anniversary and it was wonderful! Gorgeous property and very peaceful. The cabin is historic (read up on it if you don’t know the background) but updated just enough to be very comfortable. TV, internet (weather can affect it a lot) full kitchen, great tub and nice shower. Covered porch was good for relaxing and we had a fire in the fire pit our first night, which was so nice. We have a lot of respect for the late Governor, so seeing his gravesite along the waking trail was meaningful. Lots of privacy but close enough to go to Tallahassee or Thomasville in a fairly short time. Highly recommend this property if you like this environment - it’s worth it!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bud Chiles

Bud and Kitty Chiles inherited Jubilee Plantation when Governor Chiles passed away. We planted and cultivated forty acres, about 125,000 bushes of organic blueberries over the past 8 years. We are thrilled to have thousands of families visit Jubilee to pick our fruit and now to enjoy weekends in our vintage cabins.

Why they chose this property

Jubilee Plantation is a wonderful example of best practice growing and land management. We have been awarded the distinction of outstanding environmental stewardship by the Florida farm Bureau. It is truly a gorgeous 210 acre Red Hills Plantation.

What makes this property unique

Jubilee is surrounded by 15,000 acres of conserved land, Red Hills Quail Plantations, but only 15 miles from downtown Tallahassee, and downtown Thomasville Ga, the best downtown in all of South Georgia! The property is tranquil and restive, teeming with birdlife and biodiversity, and carefully managed for climate stewardship.