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Rustic Retreat on Paradise

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A covered dock extending over a body of water, surrounded by lush greenery.
A dock extending into a calm body of water, a small wooden structure, and a campfire on the shore.
A green house with a covered porch, a garage, and a fenced yard.
A room with a wooden floor, a large window, a TV mounted on the wall, a dark wooden cabinet, a lamp, a framed picture, and a potted plant.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, a refrigerator, and a dining table.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Seminole
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Donalsonville, GA
  • Place, Lake Seminole
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Caverns State Park
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Springs State Recreation Area And Park
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Main Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Closet Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Rustic Retreat on Paradise

Discover your quiet escape on Lake Seminole with our rustic, fisherman's cabin!
-Directly on Lake Seminole with private boat launch and 2 electric boat slips.
-Enjoy the 14 ft john boat as well as 2 open faced kayaks available to you during your stay.
-House is spacious with a rec room, fire place, living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 4 beds, and 1.5 baths.
-Extra sleeping accommodations with a day bed
-large fenced in yard making this place dog friendly
-Full hookup available for RVs or campers
-Beautiful fire place that belongs in a castle and fire powered grill on the porch
-Porch supplied with chairs and picnic tables
-fully furnished
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 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not child proofed
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3285238vb
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: 29
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Donalsonville

Donalsonville is home to this holiday home. Seminole State Park and Davis Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee River and Pine Hill Plantation.
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Donalsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Seminole - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seminole State Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Three Rivers State Park - 46 min drive - 71.5 km
  • Florida Caverns State Park - 49 min drive - 77.6 km
  • Blue Springs State Recreation Area And Park - 51 min drive - 79.0 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Big Jim's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Boar's Nest - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papa Rays karaoke - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Fire Pit - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Retreat on Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at Rustic Retreat on Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Retreat on Paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Retreat on Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Retreat on Paradise located?

Situated in Donalsonville, this holiday home is steps from Lake Seminole and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Seminole State Park. Pine Hill Plantation and Fairchild State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

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

Fishing and camping

Very nice we all enjoyed the cabin lots of room lots of thingsto do togeer
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

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

Great place to stay!

We absolutely loved our time together. The house has plenty of room for everyone to sleep, eat, and mingle comfortably. The lake was beautiful as well. Our family will remember this trip for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shuronda A.

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

Secluded getaway

Enjoyed our stay, cabin was clean and spacious, loved having access to the boats and kayaks. Will definitely stay again soon! Also, the host, Tara, was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

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

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed this place. It was quiet, clean, and our teens and dogs loved it. It was a fun place to come and “unplug” and spend some time together. My boys loved fishing on the dock and using the kayaks and seeing turtles and small alligators!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Very nice place

Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherod H.

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

Nice Location

Love the location. Nice get away if you love the outdoors. One thing could make it better if blinds on all windows where the guess will fell more cover
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thanks Sherod, Glad you liked it and thanks for the tip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Annual Fishing Trip

We really enjoyed our stay, there was plenty of room in yard to accommodate 4 trucks pulling boats. Loved the open floor plan of the house a lot bigger than it looks. The house was clean and pretty much had everything we needed. We enjoyed the open grill on the back porch and the dock and boat slip was a plus. Would recommend this property for a great fishing getaway and the fishing was pretty good also.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

10/10 will definitely be back

10/10 has everything you need and more very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

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

Great Stay

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The owner was quick to respond to any correspondence. It appears there are some improvements in the process of being made to the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

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

Great clean place

We had a great time at this place. The fishing was good and the house itself is really cool. Lots of older antiques and things that remind me of my childhood. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great Place!

The house is so much larger than we expected! Very open and roomy. The property also has a boat ramp and boat house. The large fenced yard was so great for my 2 dogs. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Paradise Found

This was a traditional vintage fish camp that was perfect for our stay. It is right next to Lake Seminole State Park which made a good day trip so the kids could swim. The scenery was perfect and I really enjoyed watching all the birds at the bird feeder. Very quiet and serene
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

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

Great stay

Wonderful time. The yard was perfect for our dogs. The gates kept them in the yard. Endless supply of hot water. Very roomy. Private boat ramp- dock. Saw lots of wildlife. Baby gators along with a few big ones. Great stay would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Great

Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great Place

House was very clean and well stocked. Open floor plan allowed plenty of room for everyone. Yard was mowed and well kept. Quiet neighborhood with lots of wildlife. We will definately be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Beautiful Home and property.

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty room for four trucks and boats. 8 guys fit well inside and out. Property was was beautiful and peaceful. Only 2 issues outside of anyone's control, were Gnats and to thick grass to travel through the area to get to the river. Close drive to the state park and has multiple other options for launch's. Thank you for your home will absolutely come back next time we fish Lake Seminole!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pat G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Everything about the cabin was as advertised, except for the pool table which had rips in the carpet so it was basically useless. They listed all tvs were Roku TV'S but it was only the living room tv.. Last but most importantly we went to fish but the water around the dock is filled with moss Lilly pads and baby alligators. Fishing is literally impossible from the dock and cove area... The house was nice but the outside amenities weren't as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Hi Pat, thanks for your review! We’ve already replaced the missing Roku and wish you’d reached out during your stay so we could have helped with the other TV! As for the outdoors—welcome to Lake Seminole in summer! It’s a protected, world-class bass fishing lake full of wildlife like gators, turtles, and birds. Sorry it wasn't what you expected. Hopefully, you had more fun fishing on our kayaks and boat. Thanks for staying with us!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aleshia B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
I experienced a few issues upon settling in, but Tara was prompt with her responses. The house seems to have been shut up. It maybe used more in summer seasons than others. The grass was not mowed, there was dust amd cob webs settled in places( kitchen counter, appliances, furniture, etc), there was no coffee makers and the beds are NOT comfortable. The beds had large dents/holes that is sunk it. We slept in the incliners, daybeds/ or sofa which were the best, but not good options. Rustic describes the location, but the inside was old and need of repair. The bed linens smelled used and the linens had bleach(?) stains and tears. We brought our own and still wash the sheets that were there again.Overall, the host was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora C.

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

An absolute gem

We absolutely loved our stay. We hosted an engagement celebration. Tara communicated thoroughly. She made sure to check in with me before during and after my stay. The property has a peaceful and rustic charm that instantly made us feel relaxed and at home we especially enjoyed tithe dock and porch area. Perfect viewing spots. There is a red brick wood grill. We did grill out one night and it was perfect! It’s secluded and cozy, but it still has everything you need. She even left us some little “freebies”. Razors, paper towels, trash bags, popcorn. Such a nice touch. The breakfast bar is BEAUTIFUL! It’s the kind of place you can come to again and again. I even had some of our attendees ask how they could rent it too!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephanie S.

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

Likes and dislikes

Likes: - dock -outdoor fireplace/grill - tin roof (when it rained) - porch -available boat and kayaks - The size of the common area -pool table - kitchen - decent fishing - new fruit trees planted Dislikes: - grass had not been mowed and weeds were knee high - overgrown brush everywhere with snakes. My dog couldn’t run in the fenced in area with fear of him getting bit. - beds were not ready, and the sheets I found were old and stained. Along with the pillows. - dock is leaning and may need repair in the future. This place has a lot of potential, as I see some upgrades y’all are trying to make. It’s like a diamond in the rough. Y’all are fortunate to own such a place. I like clean linens and towels, as that would have made a big difference in our comfort during the stay for little money. The concrete boat landing strip was a saving grace, as we didn’t have to question every step in the tall grass headed to the dock. With the upgrades, we would come back. Thank you for hosting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2023
Hi Stephanie! Thanks for letting us know. We’re relatively new to hosting so we appreciate any feedback. I’m sorry you had an issue with the tall grass! Our mower blew a tire before your stay, so next time, we’ll be sure to have it cleaned up with some new additions to help brighten our little diamond. Thank you again for the detailed review!

About the host

Hosted by Tara Schmudlach

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Hi there! Me and my family are from snowy Wisconsin. If you can imagine 2 foot deep snow piles, you can see why we snowbird down here to sunny Georgia.

Why they chose this property

It's quiet, peaceful, and has a wild lake that is my dad's favorite to fish and boat upon. The wildlife is astounding. Tens of turtles popping up, fish swimming by the dock, and multiple little alligators who sun on the downed trees. But I have to say it's the blackbirds that are my favorite, even when they get so loud you can hardly think, and their groups so voluminous, they fan the wind through your hair.

What makes this property unique

A blend of charming history and new updates, this is a great place to relax and detach from the business of life. You get to slow down in nature while still finding the comforts of home. Lake Seminole is truly a one of a kind place.

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