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Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage

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Lake
Terrace/patio
deck off the kitchen, high among the trees
Breakfast bar seats 4
Living room area with 55" smart tv for great streaming

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Crawfordville, FL
  • Place, Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida A&M University
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida State University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest room # 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Downstairs Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage

Relax, Unwind, Rejuvenate. Wakulla River Hidden Cottage is a lovely 2 bedroom/1 bath and nature lover’s retreat. The cottage is nestled on a partially wooded lot and is just a 4-minute walk to the gorgeous spring-fed Wakulla River, to the park, boat ramp, and community dock. A large screened porch runs the length of the cottage and a wide kitchen window overlooks the lovely private back yard.

Explore the river in a comfortable Old Town canoe (with seat backs and cup holders). The canoe is available to rent from us for a reasonable rate. Or relax at the house in front of a large screen smart tv and watch movies on a rainy day. Grill out or read a book under an umbrella on the back yard deck or walk the wooded neighborhood. Enjoy the private backyard and the colorful perennial flowers and garden spot.
Start your day with coffee or morning meditation from a private deck that sits just off of the kitchen, high among the trees, and overlooks a wooded walking path that winds through the woods along the side of the cottage.

You will love this sweet cottage and will return home after your visit renewed and refreshed! The cottage is so close to a plethora of parks, places to paddle and hike, the coast and is just 20 minutes from south Tallahassee.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:30 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
Music may not be played outside or loudly from the car. Our community is in a river and, as such, noises and voices are amplified and echo easily

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crawfordville

Located in Crawfordville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Wildwood Golf Club and SouthWood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit J. Lewis Hall Senior, Woodville Park and Recreation Complex and Railroad Square Art Park. Tallahassee Museum and The Fun Station are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 23 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Florida A&M University - 26 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Florida State University - 33 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Station - 31 min drive
  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Taco - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage on 5 Jul, 2026 start from S$199, 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 Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Wakulla Springs State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park and Wildwood Golf Club. Woodville Commons and Apalachicola National Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 54 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s hard to put in words how much we enjoyed our stay . The home was impeccably clean , well organized and well thought out living and relaxing spaces . The hosts had everything you need to cook , play and do whatever. Communication was also top notch . Five stars is not enough
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy, clean, comfortable cottage. Great communication with host. Nice extras in the fridge! Really nice stay and in a beautiful setting right at the crystal clear Wakulla River.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is very welcoming and well equipped. No detail was missed, including fresh muffins and eggs!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host was amazingly accommodating. The cottage was super clean, comfortable beds, a cozy atmosphere and fully equipped with everything you could need. We were relaxed the minute we walked in. Would rent this cottage again in a heart beat 💓
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little cottage. Very clean and comfortable. Sarah the owner was very hospitable and even made us some welcome treats. 5 stars all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what I was looking for. Wooded area with deer visits i the morning and within walking distance to the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

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

Clean and quiet

The house was clean and in a quiet area. Exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori b.

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

Nice quiet cottage

Great for couple getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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

Yes I would stay here again very nice

I would be happy to stay here again. Very pretty inside, clean, very comfortable, and the owners provided everything we needed, and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2021
Thank you Renee; it was our pleasure to host you and Peter. Come see us again if you are in the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerri H.

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

Ahhhhmazing Place

The property was top tier! Everything is there and extremely clean! Sarah was top notch! We lost power while we were there due to a storm and Sarah checked in on us several times to make sure we had everything we needed! We will definitely stay here again and I hope sooner rather than later!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

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

Great vacation destination

House and neighborhood were great. Enjoyed hanging out on the river. Perfect screen porch to watch the rain storms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

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

Perfect river get away

Location was perfect house was clean and equipped with everything you would need. Kayaks and Canoes were a plus and a great way to see the river. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JT D.

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

Lovely hideaway

House was immaculate and well appointed. We were greeted with some yummy breakfast pastries on the counter. Cute hideaway a few minutes walk from the river. It was nice base camp for our tour of the Big Bend area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steph B.

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

Perfect Place for FSU Graduation

Such a cozy comfortable cottage. It was great to have a quiet place to come "home" to after all the festivities at FSU! Thank you for another great weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne P.

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

Fall Tally visit w our daughter

We had an incredible stay at the cottage. It was so peaceful! I could sit on the porch all day. Sarah was an amazing host! Communication was excellent!!!! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Relaxing weekend

We had a wonderfully relaxing weekend at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage. The cottage was so well stocked with everything we needed. We loved the home baked treats when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Wonderful spot to unplug!

Peaceful, quiet neighborhood. House is very comfortable and well stocked. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Wakulla Trip

Our stay at Manatee Cottage was amazing! The cottage was clean, cozy, and comfortable! We LOVED that there was a canoe available for our family to use on the river. The river was a very short walk from the cabin. Everything was even better than the pictures. We hope to be back again! Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved our time at the cottage! Sarah goes above and beyond. 5 stars, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Perfect!

This property is well maintained and extremely clean. The owners have been great to work with. I gave it a five star rating because it definitely deserves it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2021
Thank you Amy! Come see us again if you are ever in the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Wonderful relaxing and quiet

Clean, very well supplied. Good communication w host. Really enjoyed screened in deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Seclude, very homey and very short walk to Wakulla River

Stayed for 3 nights for a short vacation. Was greeted with homemade muffins, a very clean, comfortable and well stocked home which had everything we needed including fresh eggs for breakfast. We enjoyed the large front porch and loved the dock and swimming area a 4 minute walk from the front door. Saw the neighborhood deer many times to top it off. Would recommend and stay here again ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Birding adventures

We stayed at this beautiful property to go birdwatching in Saint Mark’s national wildlife refuge. Some of the most beautiful birds and so many of them! The home was exceptional! We felt very welcome. super clean. One of the most comfortable beds I have had in a vacation rental ever. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb, 2024
Thank you, Anne! It was our pleasure to host you. We look forward to your return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

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

Warm and pleasant inside on the coldest day of 2022

This immaculate cottage in a quiet wooded neighborhood was a fine place to stay when the freezing weather kept us inside. Plenty of space and everything we needed for cooking, relaxing and reading. Also smart TV for entertainment and very comfortable King bed for great sleep. We returned home rested and refreshed - ready to start the new year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Quiet and comfortable

This property is outstanding. We heard Barred Owls in the evening while relaxing on the amazing screened in front porch. The neighborhood is very quiet and is close to great attractions like St Mark’s NWR/lighthouse, Wakulla Lodge, andSt.Mark’s/Tallahassee bike trail. The host is very interested in her guests’ experience. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2024
Thank you so much, Patrick. We do love hosting, and you and your family were wonderful guests. We hope to see you again sometime soon 😊

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Hosted by SARAH H HUNDLEY

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