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Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp

Vacation home in Folkston with kitchen

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Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp provides amenities like a firepit and a playground.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

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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. (-:

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)

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

About the neighborhood

Folkston is home to this vacation home. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and Suwanee Canal Recreation Area. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing. Visit our Folkston travel guide
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What's nearby

  • You don't have to paddle far into the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to find yourself far away from other people. Because of heat and bugs, summer is probably not the best time to visit, but the other three seasons are fine. Winter can be cool, but you'll find deep blue skies and water.
    Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
    19 min drive - 14.8 km
  • close up of an american alligator next to a pond with lily pads along the swamp island drive in the marshes of okefenofee national wildlife refuge near folkston, in southern georgia
    Suwanee Canal Recreation Area
    30 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum
    26 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform
    26 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Charlton County Courthouse
    27 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp located?

Situated in Folkston, this vacation home is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from Folkston Railroad Transportation Museum. Folkston Funnel Train Viewing Platform and Charlton County Courthouse are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Skip’s Rustic River Cabin near Okefenokee Swamp Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Fantastic getaway in a gorgeous location!

We absolutely loved our stay at this sweet little cabin. We had all the basic communities that we needed and were very comfortable. I especially loved being able to sit on the porch and watch the river go by, and our host was absolutely gracious and a great communicator. Even though we got in after dark, we found his directions to be very accurate and made getting around in a gorgeously dark area much easier. We are excited to plan our next getaway here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron V.

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

Family get a way

Our family of 4 absolutely loved this place and our dogs also high enjoyed it as well. We had the bad luck of it raining majority of time so we weren’t able to use the amenities but my kids did fish for their first time and had a blast. Will definitely request another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Perfect swamp getaway

We had a great getaway for three days. The pictures and description don’t do the place justice. A great cabin to relax and reconnect. Just sitting on the rocking chairs on the porch with a coffee, a canoe trip on the river and sitting by the fire place was everything we needed. Skip was a great host and responded right away, making sure we had everything we needed. Would recommend anytime - 4x4 is recommended when rainy :-) Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Cozy cabin on the river

Skip, Thanks for the use of your cabin. It was a great place to relax and unwind. We really enjoyed our stay. We will be back again. Thanks again. The Steeds
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Okefenokee trip with river side cabin fun

Our family enjoyed the opportunity to disconnect and enjoy the outdoor during our visit to the Okefenokee Swamp. We relaxed on the porch, enjoyed the owls through the evening & perfect fishing fun for our son too. Very limited cell coverage so be prepared with directions & search ahead for activities information.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Amazing property!

I feel like I took a step back in time. It was very nice to get away from the world and enjoy the outdoors. This property has everything you need for a small hunt camp with direct access to Saint Marie’s River. I literally parked my airboat next to the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah K.

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

Jan 17th-19th 2025

Property was absolutely beautiful and the house was perfect i highly recommended for the owner to update the photos on the listing because they do seem dated and do not do the house justice its adorable and so very cozy the road in and out is a bit scary after a good rain but if thats all i have to complain about ill take it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

decompress

This was a great location to get away from the busyness of life and get a fresh start. I have to say I wasn't prepared for the sulfur water. It would have been nice to know that it is a good idea to bring bottled water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph J.

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

I would agree with the "Rustic" description.

Beware of sulfur water and a problem with limited hot water for showers. The kitchen and bathroom could use an update. The entire house could use a decluttering and purge of worn-out, damaged items (pots and pans, blankets, window treatments, towels, etc). However, we enjoyed our stay. The remote setting is quiet and relaxing. The outdoor space is a wonderful place to unwind and take in nature. They have a fun display of collectibles that adds whimsy to the ambiance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasen Y.

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

10 star worthy stay and 20 star host!

We had a small country wedding at Skips cabin . Check in was easy. Skips directions were perfect. He was there to show us all the need to knows and available any time we needed. The photos of the cabin don't due it justice. For anyone looking for a quiet get away this is beyond perfect. I say everyone should stay at Skips and experience the southern hospitality unmatched anywhere else and maybe youl will be lucky enough to catch the rain from a front porch rocking chair !! Skip we can't thank you enough it's been a pleasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

erw w.

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

Roughing in style

The property is very rural, about 2 miles from the nearest paved road, (leave the sports car at home, it won't make it on the sand road, though my Toyota camry made it.) The house is on stilts with a significant climb up stairs. When you get inside it's cozy. A nice little living room and dining area, with a nice kitchen with plenty of pots pans and utensils. There's a wrap-around porch to sit outside and enjoy the scenery. And the scenery is beautiful. There's also a grill and a fire pit. We enjoyed our stay and wished we had more time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Peaceful & Perfect

My husband and i came to enjoy a quiet getaway for our 20th anniversary. We love to be in nature, away from crowds of people. This was perfect! We spent many hours on the porch, sitting and reading our talking, and watching the river run by. It is a rustic cabin style home so if you need luxury, this is not for you. There was nothing missing that stood out to me. Everything was functional and comfortable Quite nostalgic furnishings. The flood lines on the house were wild! If you go, you HAVE to try the Asian Fusion restaurant in town, it is AMAZING. Definitely visit the Okefenokee. Most importantly, sit and watch the river.. It's good for your soul.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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