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Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp

Folkston vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Folkston, GA
  • Place, Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Suwanee Canal Recreation Area
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the area

Folkston

In Folkston .Stay at this Folkston vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Suwanee Canal Recreation Area. Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum is within 12 miles (20 km) and Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Suwanee Canal Recreation Area - 20 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform - 27 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum - 27 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Charlton County Courthouse - 27 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Stateline Bar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪State Line Liquors - ‬32 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp

The river is calling your name! Answer the call at Skip’s River Cabin on the Upper St. Marys River between Folkston and St. George, Georgia. Sits right at the river’s edge, the cabin is the perfect home away from home for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers.
Located just 3 miles from the East entrance to the legendary Okefenokee Swamp, this retreat serves up a bounty of fishing opportunities. Bring your small boat or just enjoy swimming, kayaking, and canoeing the beautiful St Marys River.

Important note: The St Mary’s river floods every other other year or so and when it does, the road in can be impassable. There are two options: I can make arrangements to have canoes there for you to load and paddle a short distance to the cabin or you will need to cancel as the guest and get a full refund. We know several days in advance when its going to flood and I will let you know as sops as I see I will flood. It’s actually my wife and my favorite time to go during the rare flood. It’s an island paradise and an incredible adventure. (-:

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Canoeing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp to the airport?

This vacation home is 48.7 mi (73-min drive) away from the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp to downtown Folkston?

This vacation home is 8.6 mi away from Folkston.

Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The coziness of the cabin was wonderful and had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great, relaxing weekend. Everything was as advertised and just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool location. Wildlife everywhere, quite, peaceful, easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Nice quiet river spot

Very relaxing, great spot to enjoy the river
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Great place

This is a lovely, peaceful place. It was the perfect place for us to stay while visiting the Okefenokee.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

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

River days

This is our second stay, we love the location and will definitely return next year
Morning view from the front porch
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very rustic and small, but very clean and comfy! Overlooks beautiful St Marys river. Great views, deck, porch, grill, and all items needed are there. Fun place for couple or small group. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Awesome place

We spent three quiet days enjoying the cabin. Nice place to get away and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Piotr H.

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

Rustic it is

If you like rustic, peaceful and nature, this is the place. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Great place

Book it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cory w.

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

great stay

i was extremely satisfied with being next to the river . location is great we went to the beach we went the swamp and visited with friends in the area ,would definitely do it again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the out of the way, back woods experience. Canoeing on the river was a memorable experience. Would go out of our way to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Skip's rustic cabin is definitely rustic, which was fine with me. I was looking for peace and quiet, and got it! The cabin was a good base to explore Okefenokee swamp, and also the beach on Amelia island. The nearby sandbank was perfect for sitting out and swimming in the river. My dog enjoyed it as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

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

Just perfect!

What an amazing place! The owner thought of everything we could need and we really enjoyed our stay. The perfect getaway for us - thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RuneOfTheNord

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

Beautiful Cabin

Very fun experience overall. Loved the proximity to the Okefenokee. Enjoyed the fact that the cabin is also nice to walk around and explore. Lots of beautiful wildlife around. Close enough to town so you can stock up on groceries and try local restaurants. Definitely would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nanette V.

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

Enjoyed the place

Beautiful views and loved the porches. It was clean and well appointed (except we could have used a cutting board and couldn't find one). We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

MARGARET J.

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

The House on Stilts

Thanks for a great stay. Very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon s.

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

Our new go to!

Quiet cozy little spot on the river. Check in was easy and Skip was a awesome host!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

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

Great little cabin

Loved our stay- it was cold, but the cabin remained warm. Slow cooker was a bonus for dinners. Caught plenty of fish right off the bank. Perfect getaway from our neck of the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was looking for something very rustic for me and my two goldendoodles. It was perfect and exactly what I was looking for. I loved all the unique decor and it was very comfortable. The drive to the property from the main road was also rustic and added to the uniqueness of the property. I will definitely be coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celestine

Liked: Communication
Quiet area full of wild life. Good place to unwind
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas P.

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

Quaint little getaway in the woods.

This was a perfect property to just unplug and enjoy nature with my girlfriend for an evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

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

Excellent

Was a great time ! Felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary C.

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

Skip's place

The place was great except for the hot water and the broken shower head. The area was very quiet. We hsd the area to ourselves until our last night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025