Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Crawfordville, FL
Shell Point Beach
Place, Shell Point Beach
5 min drive
Wildwood Golf Club
Place, Wildwood Golf Club
15 min drive
Wakulla Springs State Park
Place, Wakulla Springs State Park
19 min drive
Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
family room
1 Double Futon
florida room
1 Double Futon
Office 1
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock.
It's easy to relax at this Canal-front house in Oyster Bay, Florida. We have 4 kayaks and a canoe so you can paddle to the open gulf only 1/4 mile away or just fish off the dock. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Sleeps 8, the 4th bedroom has queen bed. Main bedroom has jacuzzi-tub, dual shower, coffee bar, screened-in porch. Tie your boat right to our dock. Boat ramp 1/4 mi. away. Game room has air hockey, foosball and pingpong. Visit nearby beaches.
PET POLICY: —we allow ONE small to medium sized pet (10 to 40 lbs), though we will make an exception for: one (1) quiet, well-behaved larger sized pet over 40lbs. or two (2) small pets under 20lbs. two (2) quiet, well-behaved larger sized pets over 40lbs. Must email in advance for approval for any pets over 40lbs. There is a standard $100 pet fee for each pet.
3 (or 4) bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 beds. New AC/HVAC system. Master Bathroom Jacuzzi-garden tub. Dual showers, coffee bar. Two kayaks and two canoe, with all paddles and life-jackets. Boat Dock for your boat, boat trailer parking across street. 1000sq. ft of Deck, screened porches and Florida Room, Game room with Ping Pong table, Foosball table, air hockey table, corn hole game, full-sized video arcade. Beach chairs for six and beach umbrella, propane grill with grilling utensils, Charcoal grill, firepit. Home office with dedicated workspace for remote work--adjustable desk, ergonomic chair, power strip. The "Oyster Bay House" is an ideal place to relax and recharge. Boat dock in your backyard. Put in at a public boat ramp only 1/4 mile away by canal, then tie up at our dock. House sleeps up to 8 adults. Xfinity internet with high-speed linksys router. Lots of decks space in front and back with lounge chairs. Game room with ping pong, air hockey and foosball, and board games for kids (monopoly, game of life, chutes and ladders, jenga tower) plus decks of cards for poker. Fully stocked kitchen. Big family room and florida room.
Several beaches in the area, just a short drive. We have beach chairs and umbrella. Bring a boat and tie up at our dock and be in the gulf waters in 2 minutes. St.marks lighthouse only 20minutes , Panacea marine aquarium only 20minutes, Hike the national forests and explore.
----------------------------------------------------- Upon booking, guests are provided with a house information guide with descriptions of the home, ammenities, owner's contact information and suggestions for places to go and things to do. ------------------------------------------------------ PLACES TO EAT: Crawfordville and Panacea are the closest: Riverside Café—St.Marks (15 miles/20 minutes) waterfront dining on the St.Marks River Strait from the Sea Seafood Restaurant—Crawfordville (12 miles/19 minutes) Ming Tree Garden Chinese Restaurant—Crawfordville (12 miles/ 17 minutes) BW’s Grill American Fare—Crawfordville (12 miles/19 minutes) Angelos Seafood Restaurant—Panacea (16 miles/23 minutes) El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant—Crawfordville (14 miles/21 minutes) Papa Johns Pizza—Crawfordville (14 miles/20 minutes) Poseys Oyster Bar—Panacea (12 miles/17 minutes) more of a bar, than a restaurant. Several other local restaurants and eateries in Crawfordville (14 miles/20 minutes) The Lodge at Wakulla Springs has great food in a great setting.
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Important information
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Property # 2124052vb
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 and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: to schedule an "Event" please contact us
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Crawfordville
Located in Crawfordville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park and USS Mohawk CGC Veterans Memorial Reef are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Medart Park and Gulf Specimen Public Aquarum. Kayaking, windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Wakulla County Public Library - 18 min drive - 17.5 km
Wakulla Springs State Park - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 16 min drive
Trident - 25 min drive
Hamaknockers BBQ - 17 min drive
Posey's Oyster Bar - 22 min drive
Salty Donkey - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big Canal-front house, kayaks, canoes, game room, fish right from the dock. located?
This family-friendly Crawfordville holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Shell Point Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Medart Park and Wakulla Springs State Park. Little Lake Ellen and Lake Ellen are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by m moore
The Oyster Bay House is a coastal home on the water with kayaks, canoes and big game room. We've been with VRBO since 2005 with our Sugar Mountain House and have a great rental history and 5-star reviews. See our house in the mountains at VRBO#286835
Why they chose this property
A recent guest said:
"Dear Laurel, My family and I enjoyed the Oyster Bay House and our experience here so much. The environment was perfect; we felt right at home. There was an incredible sense of community about Crawfordville, a kindness we’d never experienced before. Everyone we interacted with were so helpful and directed us towards some of the best locations in the area. We are all so grateful that we were able to enjoy each other in such a perfect place, surrounded by great people, in a beautiful area; Thank you and we really appreciate you letting us enjoy your place. Best, The Hawkins Family June 29, 2022"
Secluded private waterfront homes with maximum palm trees and minimum traffic. Gulf Coast of Florida. The Oyster Bay house is a big house in the canal-front town of Oyster Bay. Boat dock in your backyard. Master bathroom has 2 person jacuzzi and dual shower with magic european wand.
Shell Point beach is only 2 minutes away.
Bring a boat and tie up at our dock and be in the gulf waters in 2 minutes.
St.marks lighthouse only 20minutes away
Panacea marine aquarium only 20minutes away
Visit apalachee national forest and hike the woods.
Visit Wakulla Springs or the Leon Sinks State Park
What makes this property unique
NEWLY RENOVATED AND UPDATED MAY 2025. Kayak and canoe with the family in the canals and on to the open gulf. Gameroom with ping pong, foosball and air hockey. Relax in lounge chairs in the sun or shade. Master Bathroom has a jacuzzi hottub. Waterfront community. relax and enjoy nature. fish off the dock. Public boat ramp only 1/4 mile away by canal, accessed by road on Dolphin Drive. (one street over from our street Oyster Bay Drive) nearby places to eat include St.Marks Riverside Cafe, and in Panacea, Angelo's on the river (all about 20minutes drive).
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