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Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi

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A grassy area with a dock and a body of water, surrounded by trees.
A two-story house with a stone facade, a balcony with red chairs, and a garage.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There are three wooden stools at the island.
A living room with a beige sectional sofa, a beige armchair, and a wooden coffee table.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hawthorne, FL
  • Place, Cowpen Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

Lower bedroom ( 1st floor)

1 King Bed

Master bedroom on upper floor

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Hawthorne

Located in Hawthorne, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Micanopy Historical Society Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and Rodman Reservoir. Jet skiing and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Hawthorne, FL

What's nearby

  • Cowpen Lake - 21 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Rodman Reservoir - 26 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Santa Fe Lake - 26 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 26 min drive - 33.8 km
  • University of Florida - 39 min drive - 46.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orange Springs Restaurant And Grill - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Dianne's Old Time Barbeque - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Off the Rails Pizza - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi on Nov 11, 2026 start from $180, 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 Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi located?

This family-friendly Hawthorne vacation home is located on the waterfront, 9.3 mi (15 km) from Rodman Reservoir, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and Lake Galilee. Santa Fe Lake and Kate's Fish Camp are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. We enjoyed the house. The lake was beautiful and very quite. The house had everything we needed. Greg was very nice and informative.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and comfortable stay! We enjoyed our visit to the area and staying here made it even better!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The atmosphere here is straight out of a novel. It was peaceful, relaxing, and just what we needed for a recharge. Greg was so quick at answering any questions we had. I highly recommend reading the information (email/VRBO attachment in comments) from GREG not VRBO, as Greg has all the answers and correct info. VRBO is a bit behind in updating. It was very easy to find, Our GPS brought us right there. We're already talking about booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet location. Well kept and clean. Everything was in working order. Plenty of outdoor gear (canoes, kayaks, etc. )
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Family enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Place Ever

Perfect location for my family to enjoy a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great getaway place

A fun place to get away and enjoy family time. Fun place with beautiful views and plenty to do
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Perfect place for weekend break.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake Escape

Great property with lots of things to do no matter the weather, amenities were very well stocked. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was absolutely perfect. We were celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary away from the children and work. We went fishing and caught about 12 bass and had some alone time. The place is vert tranquil. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Place to Stay!!!!

Had an amazing stay with family on Riley Lake. The views are amazing. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet. Nice lake for small children with little to no boat traffic. Plenty of outdoor toys to keep everyone entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

My family and I had a lovely time at this lake house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our Anniversary trip

This was a really fun property to stay at. It was very clean, and had everything you’d need for a comfortable stay. We had a lot of fun fishing on the lake and caught some bass, had a good time playing the pinball machine and other activities available. The property is very pretty. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

Property was exactly as described. We had fun fishing and swimming. Pinball machine was a hit with adults and kids! Kids loved the floating dock. We will definitely be back again! No complaints at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property for kids and fishing

We came again this year and enjoyed it just as much! Cooked lots of meals and loved the sunsets, fishing, and the big back yard and beach area for the grands! See you next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just as described.

This cute property was just as described. Was a great, quiet getaway spot for my family. We enjoyed our stay and would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Lakeside Getaway

This was a great place for us to bring my dad away from the crowds. We could eat at home and spend time on the water or hiking/biking nearby. It was all we needed and so much better than camping.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great secluded getaway

Great little place for quiet getaway. Everything was as listed. Would definitely recommend it for a small family. We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful

Very Quiet! Just a nice place to take the moment and enjoy your thoughts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. The only issue is the dishwasher didn’t work. We plan to come again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Greg was fantastic to book with. Very fast responses to any and all communications. The home was very clean, well stocked and quietly situated on a picturesque lake. Pin ball, ping pong and onsite boats helped fill our day with great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

House was just as described. A wonderful place on the lake to relax and enjoy time with family. House is very well stocked!! Just bring your clothes and groceries. Everything else you need can easily be found already there. Comfortable bed and fabulous pillows make for a great night's sleep. Host is very thoughtful and quick to respond to all inquiries. Will definitely return.
Coffee on the dock each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay! It was clean, comfortable, well furnished. There is a lot to do in the big backyard with lake access, and supplied are anything you need if you wanted to stay with children. The water filter used is a great perk, probably our favorite! We have relatives in the area and know how hard it is to get the taste out of the water, so we are very impressed by the effort the host has gone to for the comfort of the guests. The only thing about the stay that was awkward was having to take the trash with us to a disposal location. It would be more convenient if there was a trash pickup on property so we didn't have to make room in our car for trash. Other than that, we would consider this a perfect place to stay, and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

5⭐

While hurricane Milton threw a wrench into our plans, the host was wonderful to work with. He responded quickly to any questions and was very understanding about any changes we needed to make. I'd definitely rent this property again. The property is quiet and beautiful and had everything necessary for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful quiet lake

Although it drizzled three out of the four days we were there, we enjoyed fishing off the dock at dawn and dusk. 8 bass and a good size crappie. A gator appeared and watched us fish for about an hour. We saw an owl land on top of the teatherball pole TWICE.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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