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Unique Waterfront Small Cottage

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 233 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Unique Waterfront Small Cottage

Please note that the Suwannee river levels can rise according to rainfall amounts as far up-river as Georgia. When this happens; the brown water covers the springs in the area and my spring will not look like the photo provided. These river levels can be monitored at http://www.mysuwanneeriver.org/realtime/river-levels.php

This cute little cottage is the perfect getaway for the couple who loves the Florida outdoors. It is called the Dragonfly Cottage and is located just off the Suwanee River in Fanning Springs Florida. Fronting little Bell spring, one of the counties 63 beautiful springs; it is the ideal spot for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding.
This area is called Florida's nature Coast; with an impressive network of bicycle trails close by, as well as quaint Gulf coast communities like Steinhatchee, Suwanee, and Cedar Key.
Enjoy 1.5 acres of spring front property with majestic live oak trees, a canoe & 2 kayaks as well as a dock, and fire pit. The cottage itself is a tiny 256 sq. ft. under air but includes big amenities like a separate bedroom with a queen size bed, cozy electric fireplace, a full inside bath with corner shower. There is a cute little dining table for two and everything you need to cook with is included. There is a full size refrigerator, microwave, two burner hotplate, electric skillet and griddle, large crock pot, blender and a toaster/oven large enough to bake a cake. Outside, there is a private outdoor shower stall for showering or rinsing off after a long day of outdoor activities, and you can watch the sun go down while enjoying a glass of wine sitting in the Adirondack chairs on the covered porch at the end of the day.

Property manager

Deborah Kirkland

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 356 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Fanning Springs

What's nearby

  • Fanning Springs State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Chiefland Farmers Flea Market - 15 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Hart Springs Park - 20 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Manatee Springs State Park - 24 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Ginnie Spring - 51 min drive - 53.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chompers Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suwannee Belle Lan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dakotah Winery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Waterfront Small Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique Waterfront Small Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Waterfront Small Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Waterfront Small Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Fanning Springs State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Suwannee River. Dakotah Winery and Hart Springs Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Unique Waterfront Small Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 179 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We loved this beautiful place! It's a great stay for nature lovers. The cottage was small, but comfortable. The grounds and river/spring is beautiful. Birds were playing and fish were jumping.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The cottage was cozy and quiet , we enjoyed staying there and had everything we needed .Very quiet .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Such a fantastic place for peace and quiet. Location is well maintained and spacious outside, cozy and comfortable inside. Local springs in the area should be added to your things to do list. Crystal River is just shy of an hour away, an easy drive and worth the trip during manatee season. Would recommend this cottage as an excellent "home base"!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great weekend trip for my wife’s and I anniversary weekend. Great springs near by, outdoor activities and Suwannee Bell Landing Restaurant is a must stop at.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

We were overall very satisfied with the cottage. The view and the property were gorgeous. Simple and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

I always enjoy my stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

We had a great time. The natural environment was appreciated and very much enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

COZY
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

relaxing and lots of wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

This vacation afforded us the opportunity to discover more of an area that we love in florida. This is a great getaway for a couple of adults who enjoy the outdoors. We fully intend to revisit here as often as we can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Excellent communication with the property owner. Perfect getaway for canoeing in your own private river. Close proximity to bike trails and close driving distance to Manatee state park. Very private and guests will feel secure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Huge property but definitely a small cottage intended more for just couples. Springs were beautiful and area was nice and felt secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

All the necessities, comfortable bed, peaceful, beautiful view, great stay. Thank You!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Beautiful ❣️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Can’t wait to go back. Loved this quiet getaway so much. I will be a regular renter at this spot. This place is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

We really enjoyed our stay in this little cabin. The home was well maintained and the bikes and kayaks were an added surprise that we enjoyed. We have already recommended the Dragonfly Cottage to two of our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10

Love this place! Perfect for a quick getaway! Bed is not the most comfortable but the property is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

This hidden gem is amazing!! The huge waterfront lot is a dream come true for every nature lover. We enjoyed the water and the kayaks a lot! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Great little place for two to have a quick getaway. Enjoyed the canoeing, and VERY close access to the Suwannee. Owner is great and quick to respond. Wold love to come again this season.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Beautiful property right on a small spring. Water was clear and was a great morning wake up call. Canoed over to Fanning springs one day. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Fanning springs was amazing and just a short canoe trip from the house. We also enjoyed the small spring adjacent to the property for swimming and feeding the turtles. The house was small, but was everything we needed. Sitting on the front porch reading, watching the birds flying around and the mullet jumping was extremely relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

It was a piece of heaven here on earth loved every day but it went by too fast ii would definitely go back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

My husband and I stayed at Dragonfly Cottage for 4 nights, and the experience was excellent! The host communicated with us very well, and the check in and check out process went very smoothly. The property couldn’t be prettier, and we enjoyed being so close to the water. We arrived after a week of rain, so the water was a little brown but still very swimmable and clear. The hot water heater is understandably small given the size of the cabin, so the shower alternates between hot and cold. Overall, would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to get away from the real world and relax for a few days! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Definitely loved it. We enjoyed every minute of our time there. We could have done without the 2 days of rain. The only thing that i would chang is to ha something for clothing in the bedroom like shelving oe some kind of drawers. Had to lay the suitcase on the floor to work out of. I definitively would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

My roommate and I drove 2 hours from Jax to stay at this gem for some R&R and it sure did deliver! We spent hours on the porch enjoying the beautiful old Florida feel and view. We had the pleasure of seeing many birds in there natural environment. We saw owls, cardinals, blue jays, woodpeckers, crows, cranes and herons. We also saw turtles basking in the sun and even caught a manatee munching on the vegetation. The spring was covered in brown water and vegetation so we didn’t swim there but Fanning Springs is literally across the street and was beautiful! The property is close to all the necessities but far enough away to really relax. This is my second time staying at this cottage and it definitely won’t be me last. My new favorite vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024