10/10 Excellent
RON T.
7 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
RON T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Riverfront Retreat- Fishing Dock, Screen Porch, Shaded Lawn, Adirondack Chairs
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Carrabelle, FL
- Carrabelle Beach2 min drive
- Camp Gordon Johnston Museum3 min drive
- Crooked River Lighthouse4 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Outside Shower
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Riverfront Retreat- Fishing Dock, Screen Porch, Shaded Lawn, Adirondack Chairs
This historic River front home, blends old Florida charm w/ modern comforts. Guests enjoy picturesque river views from two covered porches, and wall to wall windows. Amenities include a gas grill, washer, dryer, a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Secure parking, a deep-water dock, fish cleaning station, & outdoor shower. With its historic charm and modern amenities, this retreat promises a memorable getaway.
Property manager
Ben
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
About the area
Carrabelle
Carrabelle is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Ochlockonee River State Park, while Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston Museum are cultural highlights.
Carrabelle, FL
What's nearby
- Carrabelle Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Carrabelle History Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Camp Gordon Johnston Museum - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
- Crooked River Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- St. James Bay Golf Club - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
Restaurants
- Harry's Bar - 2 min drive
- Carrabelle Junction - 2 min drive
- Hog Wild Bar-B-Q - 7 min walk
- Marine Street Grill - 2 min drive
- The Fisherman's Wife - 12 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Ben
Discover our story! Originally from Tallahassee, Shirley and I fell in love with Carrabelle a decade ago. With our passion for fishing, boating, and hospitality, we knew this riverside property would be perfect for a short-term rental. We're dedicated to providing every guest with a 5-star experience at our River Retreat - Back In Brack. Meeting wonderful people and hearing about their enjoyable stays enriches our journey.
Why they chose this property
Carrabelle's rich history spans centuries, from its tar trade roots in the 1700s to its role in D-Day preparations in the 1940s. Nestled among oak trees, this historic home offers riverfront tranquility with convenient access to the boat club. Just a 3-mile boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico and islands, it's a bridge away from downtown Carrabelle, under a mile to Carrabelle Beach, and a quick 20-minute drive to St. George Island or Apalachicola. Ideal for a quiet, relaxing getaway or adventurous days of boating and fishing
What makes this property unique
Originally constructed as officer quarters for D-Day preparations, this unique property has been meticulously renovated, preserving its historic materials wherever possible. Featuring two porches, a walkway to the dock, sprawling live oak trees, a spacious turfed yard, and surrounded by nature, it offers ample parking for vehicles and trailers. There's simply no other place like it in Carrabelle.
Languages:
English
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