Camp Manatee - Riverfront Cabin+Hot Tub & Kayaks!

Fort White, FL, United States
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About

Camp Manatee is a magical estate situated on approximately 3 acres with over 650 feet of direct Santa Fe River frontage with a stilt home elevated over the ground by 30+ feet. This gives you an incredible vantage point of the expansive property from the home and wrap around porches. The home is approximately 1,500 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and sleeps (8) people comfortably. We offer complimentary kayaks for guests to use during their stay.

Good to know

Camp Manatee is a stilt home with all the major indoor living areas upstairs (please note that you will need to climb up a flight of stairs to enter the home) There are three (3) spacious bedrooms and two (2) full bathrooms, as well as a fully-equipped kitchen and dining table. The living area has comfortable leather couches with sliding glass doors across the entire river facing wall. You are sure to catch some lovely river views along with a fully screened in wraparound porch off the back of the home. There are four (4) TVs, all equipped with Roku streaming services for you to watch your favorite shows during your stay. Downstairs, there is an open-air recreation area with plenty of seating including a large lounge sectional plus table and chairs. There’s a fire pit table, corn hole, and charcoal grill. Our property also features an additional 25 acres of vacant land adjacent to the property and just across the Santa Fe River is the Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area that comprise another 1,600 acres of preserved lands. If you are looking to relax and get back in touch with nature, this is a must-visit spot for you!

Other Details to Note

There is wildlife all around you at Camp Manatee – on land and in the river. You may see deer, alligators, wild hogs, turkeys, manatee, squirrels, snakes, and rabbits during your visit. Some of the wildlife may be dangerous, and we advise all guests to be aware of their surroundings while on the property. Please note that our home is in a camp-like setting and guests may encounter bugs. We do have a pest control company that regularly services the property. The Santa Fe River is fed by 36 named major springs. Countless other unnamed minor and micro springs dot the river just waiting to be found and explored! Ichetucknee Springs: 10 minutes away via car, also accessible via kayak Poe Springs: 20 minutes away O'Leno State Park and River Rise: 20 minutes away High Springs: 20 minutes away Ginnie Springs and Devil Springs: 25 minutes away Bob's River Place: 25 minutes away (currently closed) Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park: 30 minutes away Gainesville/University of Florida: 45 minutes away

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Mosquito net

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Mosquito net

Family

  • Board games
  • Crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Waterfront
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill
  • Fire pit
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Cleaning before checkout

House rules

Liability Waiver: You understand that swimming in the river, the use of kayaks are at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with swimming in the river using the kayaks. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from swimming in the river and use of the kayaks and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that swimming in the river and the use of kayaks may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming, or using the kayaks if a person has health risks, or if a person swims, or uses the kayaks while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and be solely responsible for any accidents you may incur in the use of these items. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming in the river, using the kayaks. Please note there is also a bunk bed in the house. There are inherent risks in using a bunk bed and guests agree to hold owner harmless for use of the bunk bed. All guests in your party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that booking constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and Host.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Camp Manatee is tucked into a quiet neighborhood in Fort White, Florida. A community built around the Santa Fe River, most homes are vacation homes of residents around Florida. There are dozens of springs and parks within a short distance from our home, including the magical Ichetucknee River within walking/kayaking distance. For guests bringing boats, jet skis, and other water toys - there are several public boat launches into the majestic Santa Fe or the historic Suwannee River in close proximity. There is also access to a private boat ramp within close proximity to the property. Inquire with us if you have interest in this amenity.

Guest access

There is plenty of free parking onsite. Up to six (6) cars would be able to park in the driveway. Camp Manatee is gated. We ask that you please do not park on the grass as we have a septic system in the area. Guests have access to kayaks and paddles to use on the Santa Fe River which also provides access to private section of the Ichetucknee River via river. Guests that wish to have access to additional amenities such as private tubing access to the Ichetucknee River, boat ramp, parks and more that are all in close proximity to Camp Manatee should reach out to our team to learn more. PET POLICY: Our home is pet friendly with an additional $50 pet fee per pet during your stay. We permit a maximum of two (2) pets. EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT: Guests should know that we can sometimes accommodate early check-in times or later check-out times. Please message via the messaging system to inquire further. Sometimes an additional fee is required depending on how early/late your request time is and if we can guarantee it

Reviews

Jeanne
July 2024 · Airbnb
This was the perfect getaway. We booked this house for the week so we could enjoy Ichetucknee Springs. The location was such a short trip away, it was perfect for us to be able to enjoy the springs for a few hours each day. The kids loved kayaking in the water in the backyard. There was so much to do downstairs there was never a dull moment. One of the features we appreciated most was how wonderfully stocked the kitchen was- there was everything we needed to enjoy home cooked meals. We have special needs regarding cleaning supplies and bedding due to severe allergies, and Elena was able to make the house safe for our needs (which is always a struggle for us when traveling). We could not have been more pleased with our stay and plan to return.
Barbara
June 2024 · Airbnb
This was a beautiful place for a family gathering. It was spacious, pristine, beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed including kayaks and canoe. The kitchen has everything! We found it very comfortable and accommodating. Elena gave perfect instructions. We would definitely recommend it.

Find us

We recommend traveling via car throughout Fort White. You can also kayak down the river to the Ichetucknee River. The Ichetucknee State park is minutes away by car as are numerous other springs!

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