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Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82533 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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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.

Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River

Come enjoy this gorgeous home on the Santa Fe River just minutes away from Ginnie Springs, Ichetucknee Springs and the Suwannee River. Sit in the water soaking up the amazing fishing or just playing in the crisp water. If you enjoy diving it doesn't get any better then this. This spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath and a outdoor heated shower, has a large open floor plan a gourmet kitchen, huge fireplace, teak wood floors throughout the house and an outdoor fire pit and plenty of seating and decks for family to make memories. The Garage is also heated and Air conditioned. 16 stairs will take you to a flat walk to the rivers edge. Our home is located less then 100 yards from the boat ramp and plenty of parking and a pavilion for very large gatherings. Sit back and watch the turkeys, deer and many birds as the river rolls by.

Property manager

Susan and Bruce Cooksey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,533 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love children

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 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

Custom Built Home Steps From the Santa Fe River Branford

About the area

Map
Branford, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ichetucknee Conservation Area - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 23 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park - 31 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Ginnie Spring - 32 min drive - 16.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Howie's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Nanny's Diner and Deli - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Itchetucknee Springs Concession - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Ellie Rays BAr - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Reds Tavern Ft White - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Fe River and Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area. Ichetucknee Conservation Area is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

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Custom Built Home steps from the Santa Fe River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

amy h.

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

So peaceful for mom 70th birthday

We loved the property. Very comfy. Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

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

Santa Fe stay

The house was a great layout for our family. Great location for a getaway,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Relaxing beautiful get away

We had a great time at the river house. The house was comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Nice house and nice location.

Perfect location for exploring the Florida Springs nice view of the river behind the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the ricer

Great place right on the river. Quiet and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful View

Great House, Beautiful view and over all very nice property. We enjoyed our stay and had a very nice family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ajla L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house was really secluded. We enjoyed the view out to the river. It was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Borys D.

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

Super

Thank you for everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliya M.

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

Perfect getaway stay for our birthday party on the river.

The Cooksey’s were kind enough to allow us to host a birthday party at their beautiful home on the Santa Fe river. The house was far more spacious than we anticipated. We kayaked, swam, star-gazed, caught fireflies, watched dozens of fish jumping out of the water, and even had a seafood boil. Mrs. Cooksey’s was also very responsive to any questions we had about the property. We couldn’t have asked for a lovier stay and hope to book it again soon. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Wonderful Area and Home

My husband loved kayaking the Santa Fe River and Ichetucknee. Had a great time at the home and grounds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

The photos do not do this property justice.

The views of the river from inside the house are amazing and the lime rock fireplace is absolutely beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich D.

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

Great gathering spot

Got a few friends together for a short reunion and the house and property was perfect. Might do it again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Beautiful, clean house! WiFi doesn’t work well but great location to visit many local springs. Owner was very communicative. Perfect end of summer trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

garz g.

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

Underrated

Property is more spacious than pictures. Backyard is soothing, river is refreshing. Perfect for family stays
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Spectacular!!

Very clean, wonderful, warm and inviting home! Had a great time on the water to!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Perfect Stay

We stayed at the property for a girls’ weekend and a small baby shower/BBQ. The property was perfect, and we had a wonderful time swimming in the river, playing corn hike on the bank, and sitting around the fire pit. We’ll come again and bring our paddle boards for a weekend of paddling next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

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

Amazing river home

This was an outstanding property we loved every minute of it ,the beautiful river views the decks and fire pits the house was spotless and had all the essential things you need it was amazing we will be back soon .The property owner was was great .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

chance m.

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

amazing

amazing experience making memories with loved ones. this place is awesome, spacious, big yard. boat ramp access. couldnt have enjoyed our stay any more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Secluded and Quiet.

It was exactly what we were looking for. A quiet place on the river. If you wanted to, you could float from Ginnie Springs to the backyard. A great place for star gazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S., Zephyrhills, FL

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

Perfect quiet getaway

Mitch S. Beautiful home in a quiet rural area on the river. I cannot say enough positive things. Everyone in the family loved it. Definitely will stay again. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betty D.

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

Short Weekend

We spent a short weekend in the area for a wedding. This property was excellent for getting the rest I needed to keep up with the celebration. The kids enjoyed getting in the river. Would like to stay again sometime to enjoy the river and yard more.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb P.

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

Nature lover

Wonderful property on a beautiful river! The house was fantastic for my wife and two kids. The best part was waking up and taking a walk with the many deer out front. Very quiet and away from any traffic or city noise!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

joan s.

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

Family Summer vacation

We fell in love with this property. It was so much more than we expected. Cool river to swim or just float in. Wildlife (deer) was seen almost every evening
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!

It felt like home! Though beautiful, we easily immersed ourselves into this lake home and felt completely comfortable and relaxed! It was clean and very functional. The pictures don’t do it justice. We are already talking about coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Great location to enjoy the springs!

Great house, right on the Santa Fe River. Spacious with room for everyone to spread out. Fire pit for the evenings and great kitchen for meals. This house is not near any grocery stores so plan ahead. We did and enjoyed our stay. We visited Ginny, Ichetucknee and Fanning springs all close by the home. Thanks Cooksey family
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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