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700 acre ranch on Florida's Historic Peace River!
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8 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 16
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Explore the area

Wauchula, FL
- Place, Pioneer Park3 min drive
- Place, Hardee County Wildlife Refuge4 min drive
- Place, Cracker Trail Museum4 min drive
- Airport, Sebring, FL (SEF-Sebring Regional)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Back Cabin Bedroom
1 King Bed
Lodge Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Lodge Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Lodge Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
Lodge Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
River House North Bedroom
1 King Bed
River House Open Loft - located above living room
2 Twin Beds
River House South Bedroom
1 King Bed
7 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Back Cabin Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Lodge Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Lodge Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Lodge Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Lodge Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Lodge Living Room Bathroom
Soap · Toilet
River House North Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
River House Outdoor Tub
Bathtub or shower
River House South Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
700 acre ranch on Florida's Historic Peace River!
The Peace River Valley Ranch offers over a square mile of 'Old Florida' property for you to explore and over two miles of frontage on the Peace River. There are miles of well-maintained trails to walk, bike or drive on. Two canoes and two kayaks are available for your use, all included in the rental rate. We own the land on both sides of the Peace River, adding to the sense of privacy.
When you enter through the front gate, you will pass our 'Jeep Dock' where we keep our vehicles, and then our barn and event area with ten picnic tables under a covered pavilion.
RIVER HOUSE
Down the road about a mile is the 'River House' located directly on the Peace River. It has been freshly renovated and completely refurnished after being damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022. It has two bedrooms with king beds and an open loft above the living room with two twin beds, two screen porches, an expansive deck looking over the river and a new fire pit. The River House is comfortably furnished with a large sectional couch in the living room, a new 85" TV and a Sonos sound system. Star Link internet has replaced the old radio-based system and it provides a level of service that just wasn't possible before in our remote location. The large kitchen has granite counter-tops, a large island, and new appliances, including an induction range, microwave with convection, and a refrigerator that makes craft ice. Both bedrooms feature king beds with memory foam mattresses. There are two restrooms, each with a shower. There is also a claw foot tub in the back screen porch, along with a pedestal sink. There is a new Weber Genesis gas grill on the upper deck.
BACK CABIN
Our "Back Cabin" is located directly behind the River House and it will accommodate two guests in a king bed. This building was greatly improved after Hurricane Irma in 2017 and it now has a large screen porch out back, central air-conditioning and a luxurious shower. It is has a 65-inch TV, a small refrigerator and a coffee maker. It is on the same Wi-Fi network as the River House.
LODGE
The 'Lodge' is located about 1/4 mile from the River House. It has four bedrooms and sleeps eight. Each bedroom is equipped with its own restroom and a small screen porch with a claw-foot tub facing into the woods. The Lodge was also renovated and refurnished after Hurricane Ian in 2022. It no longer has a pool table, and instead it has been transformed into a comfortable living room with a small but functional kitchen and a 54" round dining table. Like the River House, it also has a large sectional couch, an 85-inch TV, and a Sonos sound system. A second Star Link internet system serves the Lodge and provides excellent service. All bedrooms have been refurnished as well. The bedrooms at either end have King Beds and the bedrooms adjacent to the living room now have full beds rather than twins (two full beds in each room). The full beds are much more comfortable for adults. All beds have memory foam mattresses. All bedrooms and the living room are now served by individual mini-split AC systems that are quiet and efficient. Tankless water heaters have been added too--a big plus when filling up one of the clawfoot tubs for a hot bath!
There is no additional rental charge for the use of the Original Cabin or the Lodge--only the cleaning fee varies.
EVENTS
We also have an area for gatherings of up to 25 people near the barn with a covered pavilion with picnic tables underneath. We have hosted quite a few weddings and we would welcome the opportunity to discuss having yours here. An event fee applies to any gatherings of over sixteen (16) people. Please inquire for details as group size limits will vary depending time of year and property conditions. Only 16 guests may stay overnight.
We only rent to a single party at a time. You will have exclusive use of The Peace River Valley Ranch during your stay--if your party is smaller than 16, our other accommodations will be left vacant and the cleaning fee will be reduced.
Please note NO HUNTING IS ALLOWED. We are located approximately one hour and fifteen minutes from Disney World and about one hour and forty-five minutes from Downtown Orlando.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event fees apply for all groups of 17 or more.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Well-behaved dogs are welcome. No Pet Fee!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No tobacco inside.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Event fees apply for all groups of 17 or more.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Wauchula
Located in Wauchula, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Paynes Creek State Historic Park and Solomon's Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Torrey Oaks Golf Course and Arcadia Municipal Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Turner Agri Civic Center or Arcadia Rodeo Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wauchula, FL
What's nearby
- Pioneer Park - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
- Hardee County Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
- Cracker Trail Museum - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
- AdventHealth Wauchula - 8 min drive - 11.1 km
- Center for Great Apes - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 5 min drive
- Dunkin' - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Circle K - 11 min drive
- Burger King - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer K.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Jennifer K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tommy D.
Feb 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always a great retreat!
Tommy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sherry J.
Mar 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace River
Sherry J.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gage C.
Mar 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great trip at PRVR
Gage C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emilio G.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emilio G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer G.
May 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A family favorite
Jennifer G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carlos C.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than ever
Carlos C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gage C.
Nov 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second Visit to Peace River Valley Ranch
Gage C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Bronson A.
Nov 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish we could have stayed longer.
Bronson A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gage C.
Feb 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat Immersed in Old Florida Wilderness
Gage C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Yolanda H.
Aug 26, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in Central Florida
Yolanda H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joshua B.
Dec 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 Generation family get together— Perfect Place
Joshua B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel V.
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daniel V.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Christopher M.
Sep 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property on peace river! Miles of trails to explore!!
Christopher M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
cory r.
Jun 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome place!!
cory r.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carlos C.
Jun 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect country getaway!
Carlos C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
Apr 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous…!!! Great destination and plenty to do.
Christopher C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joyce M.
Mar 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 5th year at this extraordinary property!
Joyce M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Judi D.
Mar 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great outdoor experience! Perfect for a rustic wedding!
Judi D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
Mar 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!
Laura K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tommy D.
Mar 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway Retreat
Tommy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eliana P.
Dec 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
Eliana P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
Dec 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, been visiting for years.
Matt M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matthew R.
Dec 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Matthew R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
About the host
Hosted by Charles Frederick
Our family used to lease the land that is now the Peace River Valley Ranch for hunting back in the 40's and 50's. In the early 70's, we acquired title to the original 653 acres and have added adjacent parcels over the years, including an orange grove that abuts the property. We no longer hunt the Peace River Valley Ranch and now treat it as a game preserve and a private getaway for family and friends.
Why they chose this property
This is 'Old Florida' at its best. We live in Orlando and this is our escape when we need reminding of how Florida used to be. From the windmill to the lilly pond, the grass fed cows and our 'retired' horse and donkey, you will get a real ranch experience. The rest of the property is kept in as natural condition as possible to encourage wildlife and offers great opportunities for nature walks and photography.
What makes this property unique
Where else are you going to find a property offering over 700 private acres of land and a mile of riverfront to explore?
Perfect for several families, reunions or corporate retreats, with a large event area with ten picnic tables under a tin-roofed pavilion.
Perfect for several families, reunions or corporate retreats, with a large event area with ten picnic tables under a tin-roofed pavilion.
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