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Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage

Crawfordville vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Crawfordville, FL
  • Place, Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wakulla State Forest
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

Crawfordville

On river.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Wakulla Springs State Park and 9 miles (15 km) of San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park with a stay here. Wildwood Golf Club and Woodville Commons are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wakulla State Forest - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Woodville Commons - 15 min drive - 18.4 km
  • San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park - 15 min drive - 17.7 km
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

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

About this property

Entire place

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

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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Wakulla River Retreat
Wakulla River Hidden Retreat
Wakulla River Hidden Cottage Retreat Crawfordville
Wakulla River Hidden Cottage Retreat Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.8 mi (31-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (26-min drive) from Shell Point Beach.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage to downtown Crawfordville?

This vacation home is 6.7 mi away from Crawfordville.

Wakulla River Retreat- Manatee Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Although it was only a two day stay, the home was very nice very clean. The location was great. We had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

toastie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and welcoming. Fresh muffins and cookies!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Kay K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Bayonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Cheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and quiet

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

JT D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Steph B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Holly K., Cleveland, Ohio USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

What a wonderful cottage! The host, Sarah, went above and beyond to welcome us and make us feel comfortable. The cottage is located in a great location close to many hotspots for birding and nature exploring. Upon arrival we were greeted with delicious homemade muffins and fresh eggs that came from the neighbor’s chickens. The cottage was very clean, comfortable, and cozy. It was fully stocked with all the necessities and much more. A canoe & kayaks were available for our use but unfortunately we ran out of time to use them. We very much enjoyed sitting on the porch at night and listening to the owls. We are looking forward to another stay here in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne H., Winter Park FL

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot to unplug!

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

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