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Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration

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Terrace/patio
Private kitchen
Living area
Outdoor dining
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Apalachicola, FL
  • Place, Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Island Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Mexico Beach
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration

Southern Comfort, Waterfront Houseboat in Historic Apalachicola, FL


Live the dream on the water! Southern Comfort isn’t just a place to stay, it’s a one-of-a-kind floating condo vacation experience in the heart of beautiful Apalachicola. Wake up to serene river views, watch shrimp boats drift by and end your day with spectacular sunsets right from your front porch.


About This Unique Waterfront Escape


Discover a truly memorable getaway aboard this 950 sq. ft. floating home moored on the Apalachicola River. Designed and furnished with comfort in mind, Southern Comfort blends modern amenities with coastal charm - perfect for couples, small families, or friends seeking something extraordinary.


Comfortable & Stylish Accommodations


Sleeps up to 4 guests in 2 cozy bedrooms


+ Bedroom 1: Queen bed
+ Bedroom 2: Double bed
+ 1.5 bathrooms with a shared shower space
+ Upscale furnishings and thoughtful décor featuring local art
+ Central air conditioning and heating
+ Free Wi-Fi and indoor seating for 4
+ Multiple TVs, perfect for downtime after exploring downtown Apalachicola.


A Kitchen Like Home


The fully equipped kitchen makes cooking a breeze with:
+ Full-size fridge, stove, and microwave
+ Keurig coffee maker (coffee included)
+ Blender, toaster, electric can opener
+ Complete set of dishes, glassware & utensils
+ Corian countertops and indoor dining area for four.


Waterfront Porch - The Heart of Southern Comfort


The large front porch with seating for four is where the magic happens. Sip your morning coffee as the sun rises over the river and enjoy evening drinks while watching shrimp boats, dolphins, fish, and birds glide by, a truly calming way to start and end your day.


Why Guests Love Southern Comfort


+ Spectacular sunrise & sunset views from the porch
+ Easy access on and off via floating dock
+ Peaceful waterfront location yet within walking distance to downtown Apalachicola - shops, restaurants, galleries, and nightlife just steps away
+ Ideal for nature lovers and those seeking an authentic coastal experience
+ Guests report dolphin sightings, birdwatching, fishing off the deck, and more tranquil moments
+ Host is attentive, welcoming, and full of local tips to make your stay extra special


Perfect Location


Apalachicola is one of Florida’s hidden gems - a historic, laid-back river town known for its fresh seafood, charming streets, vibrant art scene, and rich maritime culture.


Book Southern Comfort and immerse yourself in the best this unique Gulf Coast community has to offer.


Book now for an unforgettable experience, where comfort meets waterfront adventure!


Additional Information About Rental Rates


+ RATES ARE BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

+ $25/guest per night for additional guests MAXIMUM OF 4 GUESTS

+ 10% Military Discount available with ID

+ There is no monthly rental option on this property.

+ Rates are subject to change until reservation is confirmed.

+ Canceled bookings will not receive a refund but can be rescheduled based upon availability. There is a rescheduling fee of $200.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

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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 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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Apalachicola

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Historic Downtown Apalachicola, a neighborhood in Apalachicola. Dixie Theatre and John Gorrie State Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa and St Joseph Bay Golf Club. Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Downtown Books & Purl are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Apalachicola, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. George Island Beach - 17 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 31 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Saint Joe Beach - 40 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Mexico Beach - 45 min drive - 69.6 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Pirate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gibson Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oyster City Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration on Jun 15, 2026 start from $313, 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 Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Floating Condo on the water with upscale amenities New Water Filtration located?

Located in Historic Downtown Apalachicola, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa, Dixie Theatre, and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Orman House Historic State Park and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

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

Perfect

Clean, peaceful and the perfect place to have coffee on the porch and watch the sunrise!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi T.

Great experience!

We had so much fun on the Boatel. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley L.

Relaxing and accommodating.

Relaxing and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita K.

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

Before back to school vacay

Far surpassed my expectations. Ease and convienece to local restaurants and shopping. Will definitely recommend and definitely rebook in the future. Thank you for an awesome stay! The Kempfs
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg g.

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

Relaxing!

Property just as advertised. Several fantastic restaurants within walking distance and beautiful beaches less than 20 minutes away. Highly recommend if you're looking to "get away." Karen always available to answer questions and make recommendations. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Awesome

Fantastic and unique experience. Beautifully furnished very comfortable. Just what my wife and I needed to decompress. Walking distance from bars and restaurants. One of the best lodging options I have ever experienced. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Town and river - the best of both

We couldn't have enjoyed our stay more. It was perfect - so convenient to everything in town and so 'away from it all' when we were on the back deck. It was hard to get any reading done because there was always something to look at - shrimp boats, osprey, bald eagles, pelicans, dolphins and even an alligator. It was just wonderful. The houseboat was clean and comfortable and has everything you need.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing place and amazing host. Perfect location right on the water. Perfect for watching boats go by and animals doing what animals do. We were slightly concerned about rocking motion from wakes and higher humidity so close to the water. Neither were an issue and we all slept like babies. Highly recommend. If you are in doubt book it. Easy parking in a secure lot. There is room if you are bringing a boat. Just coordinate with the host. Easy drive out to St George island or if you want a longer trip you can head to Panama City. Town is quaint with shopping and dining. However it does shut down early so plan accordingly. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Perfectly located, spacious and beautifully maintained. Comfortable and peaceful inside and out.

The back porch of the Southern Comfort overlooking the river is one of the most peaceful places in the world to me. This was my second stay here, with an old friend, and my husband and I have already booked a weekend in October to celebrate our anniversary. We enjoy walking around the town checking out all the little shops or driving up the coast for the afternoon but my favorites are sunrise on the porch, watching the pelicans fly up river and waving or speaking to people in the boats. On that porch we feel like we've literally (although temporarily) turned our backs toward the cares of this world to focus rather on things that are true and lovely and peaceful. This makes everything else worthwhile. Oh, yes, the houseboat itself is perfect too! Thanks, Karen, for all the effort it takes to maintain it so beautifully.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

beautiful view BUT needs cleaning

The property has great views. The porch was great however just know neighbors on both sides are just feet away and hear and see everything so no privacy while on the porch . We were very surprised how dirty it was considering we paid over 500$ per night. At that price we did expect the quality to fit the price. I took pictures and showed them to the owner. The mattress cover had stains and hair on it. Their was hair and dust on the baseboards through both bathrooms and the area around the trash can was filthy. There as dirt and grime around the blinds and windows and some of the floor boards were broken as well. If needed I can submit pictures. My suggestion is to have the place professional cleaned !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was great. Very clean!!! We could walk to many restaurants and stores in Apalachicola. Loved the houseboat and watching the shrimp boats. Karen was great!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Found my happy place!!

We had the best time! The house boat was a great experience. Loved the wildlife! We even had a couple of manatees come right up to the houseboat! Great local food! We will definitely be back! 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great location, beautiful views.

This was our third stay on the houseboat and it didn’t disappoint. The views and the location are fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Amazing Proerty

We had a fantastic vacation!! The property was excellent!! I highly recommend this place! We travel all the time and this is definitely where we coming back. We enjoyed the property so much we didn’t really get to see the area. We will be back this summer and hopefully can get this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

First trip to Apalachcola

This was our first trip visiting Apalachicola. We were excited to stay on the Southern Comfort and it did not disappoint. The houseboat was stocked with everything we needed and more. It was very clean, spacious and well decorated. We enjoyed the quaintness of the boat and everything Apalachicola had to offer. That location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

You will not be disappointed

My fishing buddy and I loved sitting on the porch watching the tides go by. Caught a fish from the porch. Our captain picked us up at the porch. Walked to great restaurants. Yep coming back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kecia C.

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

Perfect weekend

Southern Comfort did not disappoint. We enjoyed the accommodations- especially the covered deck. The use of the kayaks was appreciated and the ready to use fishing poles were a nice gesture. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

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

Those sunrises 😍

My husband and I stayed on the houseboat for a long weekend for a destination wedding. All the guests were sprinkled throughout properties in Apalachicola. The deck is truly a spot to enjoy all day long this time of year (February) and we were up every morning at 630 to experience the breathtaking sunrises. It’s peaceful, walking distance to everything. I gave it 4 stars for cleanliness for it’s a boathouse. I wouldn’t expect it to be 5 stars. It’s charming, not perfect, and we enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia Gadsby C.

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

Restful and Beautiful!!

We had a wonderful time on Karen's boat. We cant wait to come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Anniversary get away

We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Perfect!

My husband and I enjoyed our long weekend in Apalachicola. The houseboat was clean, cool, and conveniently located. Karen had everything we needed for our stay. We will be coming again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

August B.

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

In the center of ALL Apalach has to offer, Sunrises to Sunsets

Restful Serenity in the center of Apalachicola within a beautiful mosey around town!!! How can you miss, when your host is "Living" in the next "Boat"? All will be Right AND It Was!!! side note: this was my son's first ever visit to Florida and of course Apalachicola, Yeah, He's hooked!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Wonderful

So peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed the restaurant next door. Shrimp and oysters are so fresh and cooked just right. Karen was wonderful. She explains all about the home and gives great suggestions on where to go and what to do. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Southern Comfort at its best

I was looking for a peaceful space with a beautiful view, enough space to live in, and nearby good food. This beautiful place hit the mark on all! A lone traveler I felt safe and comfortable to wander the town on my own to return to a secure serene space and relax while watching the water fowl. Each morning I was greeted with a beautiful sunrise from the back patio deck and was able to fuel my photography hobby endlessly. Karen was so nice to offer suggestions for area dining and one of the best was right next door making it a great option if you wished to order dinner and take it "home" to eat on the back deck. Why would I ever want to stay in a hotel setting when there is Southern Comfort!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mistine D.

Great location and property!

Thank you to Karen for a great opportunity to enjoy your charming boathouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Karen Hoff

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I fell in love with Apalachicola a couple of years ago and decided to make it my home. I have spent the last 20 years renovating a 1850s Victorian home located in central New Jersey along with raising my 2 sons. I am an avid history buff and have only begun to research the historical importance of the Florida panhandle.

Why they chose this property

After renting the Reelaxation (the adjacent houseboat to the Southern Comfort), I found that staying aboard a houseboat was so relaxing that I wanted to spend more time. The amount of activity going by on the water was so interesting from the commercial fishing boats going out for a successful trip to luxury yachts just out for fun. Watching the dolphins swim by, the pelicans perching on the nearby posts and birds of all varieties diving for their food, it is truly a never ending experience.

What makes this property unique

I choose this property for its sensational views of the sunrises and sunsets from the front porch. A relaxing afternoon floating on the houseboat while watching all of the activity or just enjoying the cool breezes with a good book. The location is ideal with easy walking to the area shops which feature local artists' work and a wonderful variety of local restaurants. The sandy beaches of St. George Island are only minutes away by car. There are several golf courses located in the area as well. But, of course, the best fishing is in Apalachicola with a variety of fishing guides.

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