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Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio

River Watcher

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Pack your fishing pole and hitch up the boat trailer when you book a fun-filled getaway to this charming vacation rental' way down upon the Suwannee River.' The house has a private dock. The on-site boat ramp is shared with the other two homes on this six-acre lot. Additional amenities shared with those homes include a swing set, tetherball, private horseshoe, shuffleboard, private cornhole game set per home, and volleyball/basketball courts. Go for a scenic picnic at the springs in the area for picturesque views while you dine.

Upon entry, you'll find a bright interior and a cozy atmosphere throughout the well-appointed living area. Relax and make yourself at home by resting on the plush furniture, streaming your favorite movies on the large TV, or sharing a meal or board game at the formal dining table. Hobby chefs will love utilizing the sophisticated kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances and ample cupboard room. Comfortable beds in spacious bedrooms ensure that everyone will receive a fantastic night's rest from the day's adventures.

Serve cocktails on the screened porch or roast marshmallows at the firepit to create memories that'll last a lifetime.

Things to Know
The on-site boat ramp is shared with the other two homes: River Bend & Suwanee House
There are 12 kayaks for rent with paddles and lifejackets for $25 per day.
Wood is not always provided for the firepit. There is a wagon on the property under the house for collecting wood.

This Vacasa Guestworks vacation rental is operated and managed locally by an independent host.
Prior to your arrival, you will receive local host contact information, who will manage your guest reservation. Your local host will provide in-stay support, secure entry, and arrange pre- and post-stay housekeeping services.
If you need anything during your stay, the home’s independent local host is ready to help 24/7! Guestworks is a service offering of Vacasa that allows homeowners to smoothly and efficiently manage their own properties.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: Security camera details: This property is equipped with three security cameras: one faces the front entrance, one faces the parking area, and one faces the shoreline.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

104381

About the area

Map
Bell, FL

What's nearby

  • Suwannee River - 1 min walk
  • Bob's River Place - 16 min drive
  • Hart Springs Park - 25 min drive
  • Fanning Springs State Park - 30 min drive
  • Ginnie Spring - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akins Bar-B-Q & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger Spot - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lou's Drive Thru - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Grande Ridge Winery - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Down Home Family Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio located?

This Bell vacation home is on the beach, steps from Suwannee River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sun Springs and Hart Springs Park. Bob's River Place and Bell Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Beautiful, waterfront log home with mountain views, woodstove, balcony, & patio Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful time!!!
John and Mary were awesome hosts! They were able to help us with anything we needed. The house was perfect and comfortable. We do utilize Rentals a lot and this was one of our best yet! We will be back. The screened in porch was such a blessing at night when we just wanted to sit out in the night air and talk. The activities around the house were great for the kids. We will be making this a yearly rental for our family summer trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Worth the Stay
This property is just as amazing as the photos and listing look. My entire family (parents, sister and teen kids) truly enjoyed it. Everything about the stay was perfect. Don't think twice about booking this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wini S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carefree Vacation
Big property with lots of outdoor activity, right on the Suwanee River. Peaceful rural setting with star-filled nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
All three homes are beautiful. The owners are wonderful. I would stay there again.
There are three beautiful homes next to each other by the Suwannee River great for a group event or rent just one of the homes. Each home has three bedroom and three bath. Very clean and is furnished with everything one needs for a short or long stay. I enjoyed waking up and having coffee on the screened in porch every morning listening to the birds and watch the river water flow by. Very peaceful. The owners they are wonderful host!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ginger G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
Perfect family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya J.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 2021 River Trip
I was most pleased with the cleanliness of the property! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
You should go there
We had such a wonderful time at the Riverwatcher! Our hosts Mary and John were so great! We have never had a warmer welcome. The property is gorgeous, clean and has everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfully Peaceful
Absolutely loved everything about our stay! John and Mary went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and we couldn’t have felt more welcome! Will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July family trip
The attention to detail of this property is absolutely amazing! Cookies and a welcome sign are in the kitchen to greet you when you arrive. Property is well-maintained with lots to do on site. Can’t wait for our next family trip to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on the Suwannee
This is a fantastic quiet location right on the river. Great for swimming or lauchnind a boat. House itself was perfect. Elevated one story with fantastic screened in porch. Inside was wonderfully decorated and excellent facilities. The owners (Mary and John) were really nice. Couldn't ask for a better stay. We'll definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical time
Three generations of family went on this vacation and we all had a wonderful time. The Suwannee is incredible and we could not ask for better hosts. We started looking into when we could return next before we had departed. Everything was well planned from the amenities, to kitchen equipment, to activities available on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great cabin and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy P., Jacksonville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven!
We stayed at the River Watcher to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and we loved it. The home is impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. It has plenty of places to relax both inside and out. The view and access to the river were excellent, and the grounds have so many fun things to do including shuffleboard, horse shoes, basketball and volleyball. Communication with the hosts was excellent too. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
The owners were Pleasant, kind and quick to respond! The house and property was so relaxing and refreshing - a perfect peaceful getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Great Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A., Sarasota, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
It was a great weekend, the description of the property was accurate, it has plenty of things to enjoy the outside; volleyball, basketball, swings, other games! Wifi signal was not the greatest, but it’s expected in the woods! Besides it have us the opportunity to disconnect from our phones and enjoy each other’s company! Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T., Maryville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to go back!
Our family of four (plus 2 dogs) spent 6 days here over the holidays to dive/snorkel at some of Florida’s crystal clear, 72 degree springs. John & Mary were great about communication before and during our trip. The house was well appointed with comfortable furniture, plenty of pots/pans/utensils, etc. and was very clean. This part of Florida is fairly rural so expect to do some driving for groceries, restaurants, etc. but that is just what we wanted. The house is on a 6 acre, riverfront property that is beautiful & relaxing. Having a fire pit, boat dock, volleyball net & basketball goal (with balls provided), volleyball net, shuffleboard & tetherball available made for other family fun. I can’t recommend this place highly enough. Will definitely return in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alec J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Awesome property with a beautiful view. John and Mary were extremely accommodating to our vacation needs. 20 minutes from ginnie springs and the little town. Check out the stars on the dock at night ! Would definitely recommend this property. Thanks so much for the great weekend Alec Jarzabkowski
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Great stay the kids really enjoyed the place, and had plenty to keep them occupied. Really peaceful and relaxing. Made a trip to Hart springs about 15-20 min away not very crowded great place if you have young kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
The house was very clean and spacious. The property was beyond beautiful and the river view was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay and the property owner was really nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cleanest VRBO ever!
The owners take wonderful care of the place! It is truly the cleanest rental I have been to; super clean and organized. They have really tried to think of everything you could need here. Grounds are very peaceful and nice. Perfect if you want to get away. We visited the springs about 45 minutes away and they were beautiful! The only downside was that neither Sprint nor Verizon get any cell service there. That complicated navigating the many small dirt roads nearby (the house is not on a dirt road, but you will use dirt roads to get around). Also grocery stores and restaurants are a good 30-45 minutes away, so plan accordingly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martha W., Eatonton,GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home - perfect for our weekend getaway to the Gainesville area
The home was very clean and provided everything we needed for a great weekend. The owner left brownies which were fantastic! Such a nice welcome gift :) Not too far from Alachua and Gainesville.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

shirley s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nosey owner
The property was next to a green mosquito infested water runoff. Dirt piles were everywhere. As soon as I pulled in the owner started asking me about how many people were staying
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd Great Year Here!
Our 3rd year staying here. Everything still good. Thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Brandy U.

July 4th Vacation
This house was beautiful and very spacious. My stay was was enjoyable but A few things could be addressed. This was our vacation and we spent a good amount of money renting this house and we felt like we where being watched. If the owners are going to be walking the property and asking questions of who drives what then that needs to be in the details because that makes people feel uncomfortable. Just wanted to let you know that on the floating dock there where 2 broken pieces off of the dock where a water moccasin was staying in my son was fishing on this dock and walked up on it. Thank goodness he did not get bit. But we kill the snake. Also snakes are moving please cut the grass.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019