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Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Primary bedroom with king bed

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Live Oak, FL
  • Place, Suwannee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ichetucknee Springs State Park
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Madison Blue Springs State Park
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat

Take some time to relax and watch the river and your cares roll away. Home has high speed fiber internet. The front porch overlooks the Suwannee river and faces west for perfect sunsets while listening to the sounds of nature. This two bedroom one bath cottage has 4 acres of fully fenced land that is yours exclusively. Stroll the grounds and look for deer, rabbit or in the evening lighting bugs. Take a trip to the many springs that the area has to offer for swimming or world class cave diving.
This whole house rental is on stilts and has a wrap around porch so you can get 360 degree views!
Guest access
Parking is in the large roped-off area in the house. Please do not take down the ropes. Damage to the septic tank could occur.
Other things to note
There is a $300 deposit and a rental agreement will need to be signed before the gate and front door code are sent to you.
The address, gate code, and front door code will be sent to you no more than 24 hrs in advance of your reservation.
The house is on stilts so you will have to go up a flight of stairs to get in/out of the house.
The Suwannee River's current is very strong. Host/Owner/Serenity on the Suwannee is not liable for any injury if guests choose to swim in the river. There are many close springs that are close and are a great place for swimming.
There are 3 external cameras on premises. One on each set of stairs, and a third on the northwest corner of the house facing the river access gate.
If you're looking for a listing of springs and fun things to do check out. https://visitsuwannee.com/. First Federal Sportsplex Park nearby at 1201 Silas Dr SW, Live Oak, FL 32064. Park has six lighted pickleball courts, a splash pad, a playground, and a skatepark.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests may park in only the designated area behind the rope, and no vehicles with engines are allowed anywhere else on property.
You must provide your own firewood. Fires only permitted in the fire pit. You may pick up dead firewood off the ground.
No fireworks, explosives, or firearms may be discharged on the property.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 300

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Property # 2485686
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Live Oak

Located in Live Oak, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Suwannee County Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park and Lafayette Blue Springs State Park.
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Live Oak, FL

What's nearby

  • Suwannee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lafayette Blue Springs State Park - 31 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park - 44 min drive - 54.7 km
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 53 min drive - 73.1 km
  • Madison Blue Springs State Park - 59 min drive - 67.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayo Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Subs and More - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Big Al’s Pizza & Wings - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Boudoir - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat on May 11, 2026 start from $181, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity on the Suwannee River Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Suwannee River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Telford Spring and Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park. Perry Spring and Lafayette County Library are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

carolyn s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful house and location. The perfect getaway from the busy South central Florida. It is truly ‘Serenity on the Suwannee’! And everything you need for a stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the quiet location on the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rev. Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is beautiful and the porch afforded us time to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela M.

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

Great get away!

Very peaceful, well decorated and furnished. Nice place to get away with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great experience, starting with the cleanest house, the internet work perfectly, but nothing beats the view. We like to travel and go away from home for a couple of days, but never went to a place like this. The peace and the quiet beats the beach. I am 55 years old and never watch so many stars, beautiful. Put it in your calendar for you next vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my first time using this app and it was great from start to finish. The house is beautiful and everything is there for you and so much more. I will be returning next year if available. Hands down great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Relaxation

This property and host was absolutely amazing!! Definitely a must visit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Cleanest of all

Beautiful location, neat, and well stocked with neccessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane K.

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

Was a nice time. Very peaceful.

Property was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2023
Thanks for letting us host you, Duane. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie S.

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

Weekend getaway

Overall great private hideaway. Rained the whole weekend but quite and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyana G.

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

We will definitely be back

Great home quiet beautiful we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back there highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

The home was very clean and nicely decorated. Loved the wrap around porch. Great views of the river with easy access. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

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

Great Place!

Great peaceful place. Nice clean house and the property is very big. I hiked around the property. Loved my stay and will return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity on the Suwannee lived up to its name! We enjoyed a peaceful 4 days listening to the birds and cicadas, watching fish, deer, and fireflies, and exploring local springs. The property is beautifully kept, very family-friendly, and well stocked with every-day necessities. Our 2-year-old and 4-year old enjoyed running the lawn while my husband and I swung in the hammock with the baby, and we all enjoyed watching the thunderstorms from under the house. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Amazing!!

This property was as listed and more!! Beautiful/peaceful location!!! Host was informative and had a quick response. We loved the “serenity” of the location and our time there!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Perfect place to unwind.

Perfect house and property to get away from the busy life. We enjoyed the porch in the morning and the games and the fire pit in the evening. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

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

Great Property!

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend at this property. The home was very clean and decorated very nicely. The home was very well stocked and provided everything we needed. The owners were very kind and responsive. We would definitely stay here agian!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2023
Thank you for the kind review! You were a great guest and certainly hope you return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SaraApril S.

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

Serenity on the Suwannee

It was amazing! We had such a good time. Did not want to leave. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Serenity

Super relaxing property. Beautiful view of the Suwannee River surrounded by nature, and a house that has all one would need.for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Peaceful

We had a wonderful stay on the Suwanee River. We only had a few days to enjoy and wish we could have stayed longer. Great host and the house had everything we needed and more. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gus M.

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

Peace

Our stay was great, the house was comfortable and all as expected.. we enjoy the sunsets and all the amenities. We loved the downstairs seating area and spent a good time by the fire ring as a couple of nights it hit 30 degrees… we got to see Deer..and Turkeys near the property and watch the river flow…
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D H.

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

Secluded

This is a very secluded place with a fenced in yard which was nice for the boys to be able to play outside safely. We enjoyed playing corn hole and sitting on the front porch looking at the river. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

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

February get away

We stayed at Serenity on the Suwannee for the entire month of Feb. to get away from the cold weather in MN.Its a wonderful property, very comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed the springs and hiking in the area. We would recommend this property to anyone who wants a quiet peaceful place to stay. The outdoor living space under the house is very nice, we watched tv out there most evenings.R & T
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great Getaway

We rented this home as a getaway with some friends for my husbands 40th. We stayed three nights a loved it. The property is so private and beautiful. Dave made the booking process easy and was great about offering suggestions on places to go and things to see. The home was clean and well appointed. We had everything we needed for a nice relaxing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Peaceful

Exactly what we needed. Very private and secluded. Well kept home with basically everything you would need for a getaway on the Suwannee. Dave is very responsive and the check-in process went flawlessly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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