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Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key

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A wooden deck leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of a lake.
A living room with a flat-screen TV, wooden furniture, a patterned rug, and a view through large glass doors.
Terrace/patio
A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Suwannee River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chiefland, FL
  • Place, Manatee Springs State Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Key Pier
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Hart Springs Park
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key

New Floor! Partial remodel! Peaceful, serene sanctuary on Suwanee river in Fowler's Bluff with boat dock. Fisherman's haven, water/nature lover's dream. Far away from the hustle and bustle of city life, 20 minutes up river from the Gulf of Mexico, 20 minutes away from Cedar Key, 10 minutes away from Manatee Springs. Public boat ramp within walking distance with gas pump on the water and quaint restaurant. Fire pit, wood deck, enclosed porch. Complimentary bikes and kayaks to enjoy while staying. "Ya otter love it here!"
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No vaping indoors.
please use indoor bathrooms, no relieving selves outdoors. No outdoor nudity permitted
No parking on grass to home (across the street, grass parking is fine though.) No parking in neighbors yard or driveway.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2900289vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 15
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Chiefland

Chiefland is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge and Manatee Springs State Park, while Levy County Quilt Museum and Cedar Key Museum State Park are cultural highlights. Southern Cross Sea Farms and Cat Island are also worth visiting.
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Chiefland, FL

What's nearby

  • Manatee Springs State Park - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
  • City Beach - 35 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Cedar Key Pier - 35 min drive - 41.4 km
  • Fanning Springs State Park - 35 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Hart Springs Park - 48 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Treasure Camp - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Treasure Camp - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront Otter House: boat dock?

As of 21 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront Otter House: boat dock on 29 Nov 2026 start from £513, 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 at Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront Otter House with boat dock. 10 mins from springs, 20 from Cedar Key located?

Situated in Chiefland, this holiday home is steps from Suwannee River and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge. Manatee Springs State Park is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here! Very clean, loved the kayaks and fishing off dock!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil S.

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

Great place on the river.

We loved it here. Great place for a family of 4 and our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location on the river. There is a boat ramp nearby and dock worked well for boat. Look forward to our next trip here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kionia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The river is really the star of the show as Brian stated. It was very peaceful. I hope to return again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamera W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great choice for our group. It is very quiet and remote. No hustle and bustle which was a nice break. The house was perfect and had great views. We spent most of our time on the closed in back porch or back deck, when we were not on the dock or out in the boat. We saw manatees, turtles, fish and jumping sturgeons. The local restaurant, Treasure Cove has great food and also has entertainment on Saturday night. They serve breakfast Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We biked there from the house and it’s a 10 min walk. We biked the Lower Suwannee and spent a day in Cedar key. Bring what you need since there are no close stores. Linens were plentiful. Our host was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith Z.

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

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Wonderful view of the river with direct dock access for kayak excursions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was exactly as advertised and had a prime location on the Suwanee River in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. Stocked with amenities, everything you’d need for a stay away from home. Beds, linens and towels were so comfy. Kitchen is gigantic. We utilized the beautiful dock and outdoor space for lots of fishing with our kids. Host was excellent to work with. Thank you for the perfect escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

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

Fun Stay on the River

We had a great time at the Otter House. The living room and kitchen is a big open floor plan with tons of seating. Beds were very comfortable. Nice TV and great channel selections avaliable. Loved the dock and amenities. We ate atTreasureCamp restaurant down the street. Amazing food. I would highly recommend this place. Lots of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

A Peaceful Stay on the Suwanee River

Our family enjoyed the property and spent a lot of time on the dock. The house was nicely decorated and well-appointed. A bonus was the nice little restaurant right down the street. The location is close to both Manatee Springs and Cedar Key, so we used it as a home base to explore the area. We would definitely stay again, thank you for the pleasant experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Thank you for coming, Lisa! Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend celebration for husbands birthday. Pleasantly surprised by how clean and updated the house was. Right on the river. Great dock for fishing. Walked to restaurant for a good dinner. Plenty of space. Split floor plan for privacy. Well stocked kitchen. Will definitely return again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Awesome for fishing

The Otter House is really nice, spacious and comfortable. The view of the river is spectacular. My husband fished from the dock the entire stay and caught LOTS of fish. Used nightcrawlers on the bottom. The yard was really nice for the dog. The restaurant down the street had great food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2025
Thank you Patricia! Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Anniversary stay

Property was clean and well maintained. Instruction for closing up were very simple and straight forward. I did not flip the circuit breaker for the water heater as it was on when we arrived.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie Z.

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

Quiet & Cozy

We had a wonderful week stay! We came from Ohio and found delight in the warm weather and did tons of day trips within 1 hour of this house. The house was set up with 3 bedrooms, although 1 of them is connected. So to use the bathroom, you have to walk through the other bedroom. We loved the fully equipped kitchen, keypad door lock, and the beds were very comfortable! There was a lot of pet hair in some areas, and underneath furniture, but overall fairly clean. The dock was really close to the house and a great place to look in the water and fish. We loved the area and most of all no snow!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2025
Thank you, Julie, please come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location on the Suwannee River. Close to Manatee Springs and the Gulf. So happy to be able to bring and dock a boat. Boat ramp is 2 minutes down the road. The neighbors were extremely friendly. The house was clean and spacious enough for our large group. The only downside to our stay is that one room with a King bed was extremely warm while the rest of the home was nice and cool. It would not cool down enough, to the point that we opted to sleep on an air mattress next to the kitchen instead of in that room after the first night. Besides that, we could not be happier with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula E.

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

Great water views!

From check in to check out, everything was wonderful. We were greeted by Clara and John as we drove up and they presented us with a little gift basket! The house was perfect for us! There were two adults and one 12 year old, so we each had our own bedroom and there were two bathrooms! We cooked most meals there so we really enjoyed the big kitchen. Loved the views of the water and the sunny, glassed/screened in porch. We let Brian know that the bigger of the two coffee makers was not working and before we knew it, there was a knock on the door - it was John with a brand new Keurig! Everyone we encountered was friendly, helpful and helped to make our stay enjoyable. Thank you Brian, Clara and John!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean, all accessories for cooking and cleaning were available. The beds were fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2026
Thanks for choosing the Otter Home for your vacation! Glad to know you enjoyed it. Coe back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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