Title: Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33484164&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Waterfront cabin with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting ![Exterior - Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting (Tallahassee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484200/33484164/090e81db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting (Tallahassee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484200/33484164/fc2e9c25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books - Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting (Tallahassee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484200/33484164/w772h615x1y1-4cc333de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting (Tallahassee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484200/33484164/w773h619x1y1-9a80673e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting (Tallahassee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33484200/33484164/w771h621x1y1-9526e119.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to St. Marks Retreat, a peaceful cabin nestled on the banks of the beautiful St. Marks River, where you can unwind in nature and observe wildlife from an observation deck or dock. Take in the serene atmosphere while sitting on a screened porch overlooking the river. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Would you like to visit a place where you have the chance to observe otters, squirrels, alligators, deer, raccoons, woodpeckers, blue herons, hummingbirds, cormorants, fish, and many other species of Florida wildlife in their natural habitats? And, you can do this from the comfort and safety of an observation deck or dock over the river. If you prefer, you can just sit on the screened porch overlooking the beautiful St. Marks River and soak up the peaceful solitude of a completely unspoiled environment. As the sun goes down, you will be captivated by the rhythmic melodies of the frogs and crickets, guaranteed to soothe your soul. Please note: for liability reasons, we do not provide boats of any kind You can rent them locally at TnT Hide-a-Way rentals on US98\. When you book a stay with us, we will send you a long list of places to visit and things to do such as Wakulla Springs and the St Marks National Wildlife Refuge. The Sceineyard Most of the roads, ponds and levees in St. Marks NWR were originally built in the 1930’s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), part of Roosevelt’s New Deal after the Great Depression. The ponds range from fresh water to salt, accommodating the many species of migratory birds passing through Florida’s Big Bend. We take several hikes around ponds to observatories and along the levees, marveling at the variety of grasses and wildflowers. Butterflies are everywhere, including the migratory monarchs passing through the NWR on their way to Mexico for the winter. Toward the end of the Civil War, the area of St. Marks was strategically important to the Confederate Army for delivery of supplies and to the Union Army trying to capture the capital, Tallahassee. The Union regiment, which came ashore here at the Lighthouse, was repulsed at Natural Bridge (where the St. Marks River goes underground), but not before destroying several bridges and the salt factory, essential for preserving food for the Confederate troops. Our cabin is a mere 4 miles from the Lewiswood Farm, a popular wedding venue, Mention you are having or attending an event at the farm for a discount in our rate. Note: The Seineyard in Woodville was sold and is now the Driftwood. Have eaten there many times since changing ownership and it has been excellent. The Seineyard is still open in Crawfordville if you wish to drive closer to the coast. Before we approve your pet, we must know your pet's breed, age and size and if he/she will be on good behavior if you have to leave him/her alone in the Retreat? A pet fee of $75 will be charged upon approval. Our concern is that your pet is safe and so is our Retreat. To find out how our guests who have been on the tours enjoyed their trip, please read about them in our guest comments. Hope you will give them a call and take advantage of this special opportunity while staying at the Retreat. Happy paddling!! Guest Comments This is our second stay here and we know we will be back again. We so appreciate the beauty and natural setting of this place. In our two visits here, we have enjoyed seeing deer, owls (right outside our windows) and numerous Florida birds hanging out on the river. Our hosts Floyd and Carolyn were attentive and available to our needs. The Driftwood restaurant (new name) in Woodville has definitely become one of our favorite places to eat (awesome food) and we make sure we visit it every time we are blessed enough to come back to visit. Thank you Floyd and Carolyn for sharing your Retreat Joe and Debra Lutz, Florida This place is amazing! We have fallen in love with the breathtaking and extremely relaxing environment. The jumping fish were hysterical! However, the cows walking in the river topped the fish. The house was perfect and had every thing we needed. Thank you so much for an amazing weekend. We will be back! Cory & Amber Well, what can we say except the location was superb. The interior design is a testament to all your hard work and imagination. Spotlessly clean. So tranquil and relaxing sitting on the dock in the morning. The beds are some of the most comfortable we have had the pleasure to sleep in. The nighttime chorus (of the crickets and frogs) is something we will always remember. Great fun trying to catch the uncooperative mullet in the river, but we did catch one at the Seineyard restaurant in Crawfordville and it was mind blowing. So, Floyd and Carolyn, thank you very much for a wonderful Retreat. “Haste ye back” Martin & Julia Edinburg, Scotland What an awesome experience! Our accommodations were unsurpassable, and, to say the least, our trip was a success. Now that we found you it goes without saying you’ll be stuck with us and our soon-to-be FSU student. We’ll be seeing you again. Elise & Larry Coral Springs, Florida We really enjoyed our stay at the St. Marks Retreat. We paddled our canoes on the St. Marks, Sopchoppy, Wacissa and Aucilla rivers. All lovely. Tons of birds, otters, alligators and turtles. We also went hiking at Leon Sinks and biking on the St. Marks Trail. This cabin is delightful- quiet, peaceful and very clean. There are more rivers and trails to enjoy, so we will be back. Lois, John & Jocelyn Traverse City, Michigan Floyd, it has been a pleasure meeting you and staying at the St. Marks Retreat. After working 11 years in the hotel industry, I have to say this is the cleanest and one of the best decorated properties I have ever seen. The nature and river next to the Retreat is good for mind, soul and body. The St. Marks Retreat is the Best! Robert and Family Jacksonville, Florida This was our first sort of wilderness vacation, and the Retreat didn’t let us down. Very serene and relaxing. Spotted a very large owl outside the cabin (approximately 2 ½ feet tall)- very wild and scruffy looking. We saw many deer on the road coming in and more up close in the wildlife refuge. We also spotted a black bear in the Apalachicola National Forest. We enjoyed the good fresh seafood at the Seinyard Restaurant. The cabin was indeed clean, quaint and comfortable. The location and atmosphere proved to be the natural and relaxing stetting we desired. Ted & Cindy Cape Coral, Florida What a wonderful vacation! This cabin is so cozy. Everything was clean and comfortable. We had a great honeymoon here. Thank you for the fruit, snacks, coffee and hot chocolate. That was a nice treat. We will be back. Take care and God bless you both. Dustin & Naomi What a lovely place. Everything was very nice. You’ve taken the time to make this a truly neat visit. Our children enjoyed netting the fish and playing in the water. Saw lots of birds, spiders, fish, deer. I even got up extra early just to enjoy the peaceful setting. Enjoyed the surrounding area, Wakulla Springs (saw a manatee), the lighthouse, the town of St. Marks. Thanks again. We will recommend this place, and we will be back. Our son says this is our new Florida home. Al, Marcy, Ally & Natalie Harrison, MI Thank you so much for this amazing experience. This was the best anniversary we have ever had. We saw all sorts of wildlife and relaxed more than we’ve been able to in a long time. We really look forward to coming back. We can’t thank you enough for everything. Jessica & Terry Thanks for letting us stay here for our 25th anniversary. The house is just the right size for us, and the surroundings are fabulous. We love this area. We even caught and ate scallops. We saw an abundance of wildlife. Sincerely, Liz, Mike & Jessica Keywords: Cabin ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66140000/66139200/66139104/2f1150fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peace on the river. 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No loud noise, music or loud parties. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Prior approval required on a case by case basis ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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: 8 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Cabin Tallahassee Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Cabin Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Tallahassee Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Cabin Tallahassee Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Cabin Cabin Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting Tallahassee Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Cabin Cabin Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Cabin Relax Beautiful River Natural Florida Setting ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.258614,-84.149734&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mwuwDxnr%60O%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBO%40QDSBOBOBSDOBODQDQDODODOFQDOFOFODOFMFOHOFMFOHOHMFMHMHMHMJMHKHMJKHMJKJKJMJKJIJKJILKJIJILIJILILGLILGLGLGLGLGLGLENGLELENELCNELCNENCLANENALCNANANANAL%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LDN%40LBNDNBLDNBLDLDNDLFLDNFLFLFLFLFLFJHLFLHLHJHLHJHJJJHLJJHJJHLJJJJJLHJJLHJHLHLHLHLHNFJHNFNHLFNFNFLFNFNDNFNDPDNDNDNDPDPDNBNDRBNBNBRBP%40NBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FPAP%3FNARAPAPAPCNARCPANCPCPCPCNEPCPENEPEPENENENEPGNENGNGNGLGNGLINGNILGLINILILILIJILKLIJKLKJKJIJKJKJMJKHKJKHMFKJMFMJMFKHMFMFMFMFMFOFMDMDODMDMFOBMDOBOBMDO%40MDO%40OBO%3FOBM%40O%40O%3FO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAM%3FOAOAOCO%3FMCOAOEMAOEOCMCOEMCOGMEMEOEMEMGMGMGMGMGMGMIMGMKKGMIKIKIMKKIKKKKKKKKKKKKIMKKIMIMKKIMIMIMGMIOIMGOGMIOGOGMEOGOGOEOGQEOEOEOEQEQCOEQCQCOCQEQAQCOAQCSAOAQAQAQASAO%3FQ%3FQAQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ieTmo1Ayf8adezvUe8v34S1P3nI=) Tallahassee, FL #### What's nearby - Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park \- 4 min drive \- 2.8 km - Wakulla State Forest \- 15 min drive \- 14.7 km - Woodville Commons \- 15 min drive \- 16.4 km - Wakulla Springs State Park \- 16 min drive \- 18.1 km - Florida A&M University \- 26 min drive \- 29.3 km #### Getting around - Tallahassee Station - 29 min drive - Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive - ‪Southern Spirits - ‬12 min drive - ‪Savannah's Country Buffet - ‬15 min drive - ‪Kast Net - ‬15 min drive - ‪wildfire bbq - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting? ### What time is check-out at Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting? ### Where is Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relax on a Beautiful River in a Natural Florida Setting Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 227 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Grant I. Sep 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice basic accommodations. Great location. ##### Grant I. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa H. Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Peaceful getaway. The host was the most accommodating wonderful host I’ve ever had in all our experiences. Beautiful location very quiet, lots of deer and wildlife at night. ##### Lisa H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely the most peaceful relaxing place on Earth. The cabin was a sanctuary for us visiting our college kid. It’s 30 mins from FSU and gave us a place to visit. The patio provided cool breeze and beautiful sunsets, even a peaceful nap. The kitchen was well equipped to provide home cooked meals for our daughter and she even made some cookies. We will for sure be back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/349912ca-a052-4e6a-a918-0754950f45a6-1759144969114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5c7e44c0-3722-40df-b19e-7663cda395fd-1759144968915.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heather B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyne R. Sep 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were super excited and happy with the house! Spent most of my time in the screened in porch. Watching the Manatee and gators.Had my extended family over for a meal and watch football game. It was super spacious for all to visit and eat comfortably. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f644b4c1-957a-4e65-84e0-12223be4e03c-1756861110266.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/167157ad-64a7-4084-86ae-c273087253a7-1756861110166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0b080607-9763-4976-932a-28fada8e29c3-1756861110602.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7e1c8231-4db7-4ac2-b5ab-c7077afd33fe-1756861109959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lyne R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan A. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Seclusion For an old small house on a river in Old Florida this is the real deal. Great location to parks, beaches, rivers, attractions and restaurants. ##### Ethan A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### laurie W. Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### River house Clean and comfortable. Lovely screened porch on the river with dock. Very quiet and peaceful with "old" Florida nature all around. ##### laurie W. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca S. Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and secure I very much am impressed with our 2nd Stay!!We needed the rest and relaxation of this property!Clean and what I wanted!!!Rebecca and Mark ##### Rebecca S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kat R. May 17, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Peace This place is exactly what it promises to be. It's a nature lover's paradise! The home itself is full of sweet charm. From the inside, it feels like living in a tree house. The OUTSIDE is the place to be, though. It's gorgeously situated. We practically lived between the dock and the porch. The hosts were so thoughtful, also. They left wine and chocolates for our anniversary! We'll definitely stay again if we come through the area. We didn't wanna leave at all!. ##### Kat R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris F. Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great rustic cabin This is a wonderful rustic cabin nestled in the woods with a dock on the St Marks River. The owner is very pleasant and helpful. We have stayed here at least 3 times and would definitely return. Lots of birds including Barred Owls and Red-shouldered Hawks, Great Egrets and White Ibis. Might even spot manatees or river otters. ##### Chris F. Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little paradise hideaway. There are not enough words to describe this perfect little river retreat. Comfortable and gorgeous views all around. This little hidden piece of the river is lovely. A great example of real Florida. Highly recommend! ##### Terri Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharron N. Nov 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful experience It was a great few days getaway from civilization. The view of River was beautiful and being in the middle of a forest was so peaceful and quiet I love rustic, and that satisfied my appetite ##### Sharron N. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### greg p. Oct 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent river vacation Perfect location, perfect size, and perfect deck. We enjoyed the quiet solitude, easy access to the spring run, cooking on the deck, and no neighbors. Highly recommend. ##### greg p. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy O. Aug 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old Florida at its best This place is a gem! We enjoyed paddling the river and watching manatees swim by the dock every day! ##### Jeremy O. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy P. Oct 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing River Retreat The setting of the cottage on the river is beautiful! We enjoyed sitting on the back porch and fishing from the dock. The cottage was well stocked and very clean. The host was very responsive. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Amy P. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah B. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace My son and I rented this cabin so that he could attend an FSU event. The whole experience was absolutely wonderful. There’s nothing like peace and quiet and this place has it all. ##### Sarah B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela J. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### St Mark Retreat Lovely magical spot on the river. ##### Angela J. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. Aug 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome little retreat on the river It was perfect. House was well stocked and very clean. It was quiet and secluded but close enough to town to run into and pick up supplies. Will definitely be going back. The wildlife was remarkable. ##### James W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose B. Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene beauty on the river The location is outstanding. Sitting on the dock with coffee every morning was by far my favorite part. Surrounded by nature and tranquility in the woods! Would love to come back. ##### Rose B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colinda Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was very remote/private, very clean, a lot of nature. ##### Colinda Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jayne m. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and nature We had a Father's day weekend in the woods....very peaceful....this is our 3rd time staying here.... ##### jayne m. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! I had a wonderful week at this property, despite the weather not cooperating as Florida weather is supposed to. It was serene and relaxing to sit overlooking the river. I enjoyed biking, kayaking, and hiking, all with my German Shepherd. Carolyn was an excellent hostess, very attentive and easy to communicate with. St. Mark's Retreat was just what I was looking for. I definitely plan to return! Thanks, Carolyn! ##### Andrew S. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris F. Feb 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Panhandle getaway Wonderful cabin on the St. Marks River with screened in porch, dock, well appointed kitchen, comfortable beds. Lots of great birds,: barred owls, red-shouldered hawks, white ibis, turkeys, warblers. Can’t find much better! ##### Chris F. Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, quiet spot on the river We loved our stay at the Retreat! We spent Christmas week there and couldn't have been more pleased with the quiet, secluded location and the amenities the cabin offered. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals and because there was a warm spell we were able to enjoy dining on the screened porch while watching the river. Carolyn was very helpful with any questions we had and responded promptly.This area of Florida has so much to offer for the outdoors enthusiast and the Retreat is a short drive away from the amazing St Mark's Wildlife Refuge as well as various other outdoor activities. We've spent the past few holidays in this area and look forward to returning to the Retreat when we can. ##### John C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin H. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic environment In terms of being immersed in nature, this is a great place to stay! The owls were amazing as were the consistent views of shore birds flying up and down the river. The screened in porch was a phenomenal area to spend time when raining, buggy or too hot out. We stayed cool, dry and bug free within it. Floyd's comical information binder was incredibly helpful. The proximity to St. Mark's allowed us tons of biking opportunities. The extras, like toilet paper, shampoo, lotions, etc were generous and appreciated. Despite its small size, the set up in the house we found very functional. One of the couches has sprung a spring so was uncomfortable but there is a second couch. Overall, we would definitely return. ##### Kristin H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl Q. Dec 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### St. Marks River cottage This place is wonderful for nature lovers. My husband and I enjoyed having drinks on the porch and listening to the sounds of many birds. The setting is very peaceful and quiet. The owners were easy to work with and friendly. ##### Cheryl Q. 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