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The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees

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Chicken20Coop20BR
Carriage20House20Suite20Bath
Downstairs20BR

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Greenwood, FL
  • Place, Florida Caverns State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Chipola River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Springs State Recreation Area And Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Carriage House 2 room Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Chicken Coop

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Smokehouse

1 King Bed

Tenant House

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Barn

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Bath 2

Bathtub or shower

Full Bath in Carriage House Suite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath

Toilet

Half Bath in Barn Room

Toilet

Upstairs Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees

Get away from the city and enjoy this unique one of a kind property built in 1917. Newly remodeled with the essential modern conveniences. Enjoy the view from one of the many porches. Eat in kitchen screen porch with the view of the oak trees is the perfect place for breakfast. Large kitchen for cooking or gatherings. The home is so large, nearly 6000 sq feet H/C, each guest will find their own space to disappear and relax for a while. Even spreading out to the 4000 sq foot of porches. Board games and cards are available to play in the game room or any of the many tables throughout the house.

The property is a great place to walk and admire the 200 + year old oak trees. There were 6 original out buildings on the property and you can see the remnants of 5 of them. Hurricane Michael destroyed or damaged all of them in some way in 2018. All built around the civil war era. The property is very peaceful and perfect for a family gathering or office retreat. With 6 bedrooms there is room for everyone. Enjoy the outside on the brick patio.

The house is located in Greenwood FL which is centrally located to Dothan, AL, Tallahassee, FL, Panama City, FL (all within an hour drive) and Pensacola, FL (two hour drive). The closest town is Marianna FL about 10 min drive with shopping and larger grocery stores.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Minors 13-17 are welcome, liability waiver require
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Events

Events allowed
Weddings - contact host
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping inside no butts on ground

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No access to damaged historic barns on property. Liability release signed by all adults is required due to the condition of structures.
Follow check out rules, strip beds, empty garbage cans and clean all used dishes
Home was built in 1917. It is in great condition and very beautiful. There are uneven surfaces throughout the home and property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3707741vb
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 are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 85
Note from host: Weddings - contact host
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 deadlock

About the area

Greenwood

Greenwood is home to this holiday home. Battle of Marianna Monument and John Russ House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seminole State Park and Davis Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.
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Greenwood, FL

What's nearby

  • Florida Caverns State Park - 9 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Chipola River - 11 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Blue Springs State Recreation Area And Park - 11 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Battle of Marianna Monument - 12 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Chipola College - 13 min drive - 18.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪quite getaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mashawy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caverns Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪George Barnes - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees on 19 Jul, 2026 start from S$573, 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 The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Willis House Historic Home Retreat on 6 Acres and 35 Live Oak Trees located?

Situated in Greenwood, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Chipola River, Florida Caverns State Park and Blue Springs State Recreation Area And Park. Chipola College and Battle of Marianna Monument 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. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Willis house was the perfect size and layout for our large family, we were able to cook, eat together in the dining room, had enough bathrooms for everyone to get ready without long wait times. The host was very welcoming and provided a lot of information on the house and the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

My wedding

We loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb, 2025
Thank you for booking for your special day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DrGraysonandCynthia S.

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

Lovely stay in this lovely home

this home had all the amenities we needed for our group. Rooms were very comfortable and host was very attentive to our needs. We will return for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov, 2024
Thank you for staying at the Willis House!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! This beautiful home had plenty of room to accommodate my large group and made us all feel at home. The hostess was very responsive when I had any questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Staci H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking view. Amazing house and great amenities! We stayed this past weekend and enjoyed the rain from the screen porch. Wonderful atmosphere, absolute calm and tranquil. Perfect getaway. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much Staci! I’m so glad your family had a great time! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the properties rich history, giant bedrooms, social rooms, and the many porches. At night we used the fire pit and grill while enjoying the night sky far from any light pollution. The house was fully furnished, the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare big group meals, and the women in our group loved the restrooms and showers.The owner was easy to get a hold of and very responsive to our requests. We will be rebooking soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec, 2025
Thank you for the review Greg! I’m so glad your group enjoyed the house! Thank you for staying, I hope you will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kara b.

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

Amazing house for the whole Family

The Willis house was the perfect place to stay for the Miss North Florida pageant. There was plenty of room for girls, dresses, and grandparents who tag along to watch! The house is close to the Florida Caverns State park and a few other interesting spots. There is not much around so the peace and quiet are great for sleeping in and relaxing. The kitchen is nice, bedrooms are large, and there is a ton of common space.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2024
Thank you for the great review Laura! I hope you will be able to stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan V.

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

Thanksgiving at the Willis House

Myself and seven family members stayed for four nights at the Willis House. It was an amazing house. The neighborhood was very quiet, and there was more than enough room for all of us. We even had a few family members that couldn’t find their bedrooms or remember where their bedroom was at. Very nice layout and very comfortable. We will be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2024
Thank you so much for booking your family vacation at the Willis House! I’m so glad it fit your families needs and are looking forward to it again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marigold M.

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

BREATHTAKING

I love everything about this property. Karen and her family were lovely. The rooms were so beautiful. The entire house was so functional. It was a perfect visit for myself and my family for my 50th birthday and I am so grateful to Karen and her family for making me and my family feel important. It is a special place. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2024
Thank you Emily! I’m glad you got to experience why I love this house so much and want to share it with others! You are welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A P.

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

Hiking Group Weekend

Everyone enjoy the spaciousness of the property...The Host was available at anytime that we needed anytime...Overall the house was very clean, but there were a few cobwebs and some incidents of insects; this is generally expected in an older house...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2024
Thank you John! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay! I’ll make sure the clean crew is looking for the cob webs! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

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

The Willis House

We really enjoyed our stay at the Willis House. Our only problem was not being there very much to really enjoy it! We were staying for my son’s wedding that was in Marianna, and it was so convenient to stay there. The house was very clean, and there was plenty of room to enjoy family that stayed with us, but also could get away from them for unwinding. The kitchen was well equipped with the things we needed, and large enough for large groups. I would definitely stay there again if I had to do it all over again. I thought this would also be a great venue for a small wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2024
Thank you so much for the great review Kim! I hope you will be able to visit again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marigold M.

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

My home away from home

Karen is a great person to work with and the house is awesome. I did my maternity photo shoot there and I would've chose no other place. I stayed at the property for my 50th birthday and I just knew that the next special occasion I would celebrate - I would be back here. Karen assisted me with finding a wonderful photographer AND a hair and makeup person. That would be the only thing that would be a negative of this place is that the city that surrounds it, is so small that it doesn't have some basic things that a large town does. However, it is also that small town feel that makes this place special. I love this place and I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Karen Kirkland

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I'm Karen and I love sharing my property with you. I grew up in this beautiful home. I live in Panama City area now.

Why they chose this property

This home has my heart. I grew up in this home until I was 11 years old. I was able to purchase the home in 2022 and have remodeled the home. The home has only had 4 owners other than the Willis Family who built the home in 1917.

What makes this property unique

This property is very unique for the very spacious house and the many large oak trees that surround the home. The home also has 5 pre civil war buildings that were damaged in Hurricane Michael in 2018. The buildings cannot be entered but the historic feel of the property is noticeable. This location is also very convenient from several cities you can visit. Tallahassee and Panama City are about an hour away. Dothan AL is about 40 min away. A little farther away is Destin FL and Pensacola, both within 2 hours.

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