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Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes

About this space
Located on the main channel of the Withlacoochee River across from the State Forest, this home offers relaxation and recreation. The home is equipped with 2 canoes & 3 kayaks to launch from the backyard, and bikes to enjoy the 40+ miles of paved and mountain bike trails. Come home to relax by the fireplace and enjoy the river view, hang out and fish from the dock, lie out back in a couple hammocks, or fire up the grill. This home is a great vacation getaway for couples, families, & friends! This home is less than one hour from the major Orlando theme parks, and Orlando outlet stores making it a great home base for theme park seekers. The home is also located close to downtown Brooksville.

The space
Beds distribution:

- Room #1: 1 queen size Bed, 1 full bathroom

- Room #2: 2 twin Beds, with adjacent full bathroom

-Screened porch: Three rocking chairs, a six seat table, and a gas grill (note, the grill must be used outside of the screened porch on the outside deck)

- Living room: 1 sofa, 2 arm chairs, TV with a stereo system and DVD player. **Sports fan? You won't miss the big game here! The TV has every sports channel imaginable including: ACC Network, Longhorn Network, PAC-12, SEC, Tennis, World Fishing, ESPN, ESPN2, NFL Network, Fox Sports 1 & 2, and many more

- Kitchen: Very well stocked & equipped kitchen for cooking

- Dining room table (made from an ancient Indonesian ship wreck) with a view of the River

-Recreational Equipment available:
• 2 Canoes,
• 3 sit-on top kayaks (2 singles, and 1 tandem)
• 4 Bikes (2 beach cruisers, and 2 mountain bikes)
Guest access
Gravel driveway parking in front of house entrance.
Other things to note

- Quiet enjoyment. I ask guests to please be mindful of noise levels. The neighbors have been understanding about the vacation house, and I intend to keep it that way, so each guest is responsible for quiet hours and not disturbing the neighbors. Quiet hours are from 9pm - 8am on weekdays and from 10pm - 9 am on weekends.

-Because the house is on the waterfront and I provide recreational equipment to use, I require that all guests please sign a waiver, release, and assumption of risk form prior to arrival. This requirement includes anyone who you invite on to the property during your stay as well. The form will be sent via DocuSign. Thank you for your understanding!

-Fireworks of any kind are not permitted on the property.

Property manager

Justin Rice

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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

Map
Bushnell, FL

What's nearby

  • Withlacoochee Riverside Community Park - 6 min drive
  • Withlacoochee State Forest - 12 min drive
  • Florida National Cemetery - 12 min drive
  • Withlacoochee Trail State Park - 22 min drive
  • Brooksville Country Club - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Leesburg, FL (LEE-Leesburg Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Ratz Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Evans Barbecue - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Place - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Restaurant & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Woodshed Pub - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes located?

Situated in Bushnell, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hog Island, Lake Townsen Regional Park, and Withlacoochee Riverside Community Park. Withlacoochee Bicentennial Hall Library is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Withlacoochee River House on the main channel w/ kayaks, bikes, canoes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Withlacooche House
Love this property so much, we went there again! You cannot beat this location for relaxation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just had our best ever vacation!
Stayed at the River House with my husband and our 13yo daughter for 5.5 days. The house was perfect. Very clean and well stocked with everything we needed for our stay. Justin was easy to work with and communication was good. We did not get to use the kayaks and canoes because we thought that the current on the river was moving too fast for us after the recent hurricane activity but we hope to make another trip before next year. Location was good- we had to drive an hour or so in several directions to get where we wanted to go but the River House was centrally located for our needs so it worked out great. In addition to visiting relatives in Dade City we were able to make two trips to Fort Island Beach to swim and magnet fish; we visited the Florida Aquarium in Tampa; went shelling on Caladesi Island; and did a tubing trip on the Rainbow River; all in between visiting relatives. I even had time to read an entire John Grisham book from Justin's library. I also fished several times in the river behind the house- did not have a single bite, likely due to the recent storm activity. We cooked several meals at the house and were happy to have the use of the grill that was provided. Overall, a 5 Star experience. Thanks Justin!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful location
Clean, well stocked house. Comfortable bed. Host was very responsive and helpful. Lots of equipment for outdoor activities on the river. Unfortunately my arthritic knee had difficulty walking down and up 45° kayak launch wood ramp. Slippery and steep so i was unable to use the kayaks. Enjoyed the screen porch with beautiful view and lots of birds! Friendly neighbors!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Father’s Day getaway
Had a very relaxing time. Beautiful surroundings, My husband fished & I kayaked & biked. Justin is a wonderful host. Place was very clean, cozy, comfortable bed. Nicely set up with everything you could possibly need, including kayaks, canoes & bicycles. We enjoyed sitting on back screened in porch & hanging out by the river. Will definitely come again. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanetta B., Lakeland

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Decor and Scenery
The River House was absolutely gorgeous. The check in process was easy. Justin promptly responded to our question about accessing the shed where the bikes and kayaks were stored. The house is beautiful and well stocked with everything one would need for an extended stay. The location was very quiet and peaceful. The cleanliness was excellent; no complaints at all. My husband, who’s extremely picky, said he would definitely stay again. That’s high praise indeed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
This house was a quiet and peaceful gem of a location. The house itself was more spacious than anticipated and very clean, functional, and comfortable. While we didn’t have a lot of time to take advantage of all the recreation opportunities, we did have a very nice kayak trip on the river. Hope to go back again when I have more time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Had a great stay at this property. Owner was very communicative. Has was in great shape and true to the photos and description. The backyard was beautiful and we enjoyed taking the kayaks out on the river. Kayaks and bikes were very good quality. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely Surprise
Had it not been for a wedding in Bushnell, we never would have booked in this area. My sister in law told us about VRBO and The River House was one of the first ones we saw. It had everything we were looking for in an area that turned out to be full of natural splendor. Justin, the host, was responsive to our inquiries. The house was spotless. The bed is very comfortable. The yard just invites you to go sit down by the river. We totally lucked out!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
This place is great for a quiet getaway to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This vacation house is a nature lover’s dream, peaceful, and made for a great couples getaway weekend. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all spotlessly clean. Probably one of the cleanest vacation homes we have ever stayed in with fresh towels, linens, rugs, etc. We saw humming birds, owls, hawks, otters, butterflies and much more from the dock and the spacious screened porch with the Withlacoochee river as our backdrop. I can't even really describe the serenity of the location in words. The full stoked kitchen had everything we needed to cook with a campfire area in the backyard to make s’mores for dessert. The on-site kayaks were nice and easy to launch from the backyard. If you’re looking for a nice place to stay in the Brooksville area, you found a hidden gem at this river house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful except needs new cleaning service
Peaceful location! We got to enjoy a storm rolling in over the cypress trees as well! I appreciated the way the renovators of the spot had turned an mobile into such a cute spot. The thrifty touches in each room were classic and cozy. Plenty of pillows and blankets. The ONLY qualms we had we all due to the cleaning. I had an allergic reaction (face swelled) to the heavily scented bed sheets from whatever detergent/fabric sheets were used. I would highly recommend using free and clear detergents and dryer sheets. Sensitivity to fragrance is not uncommon and can really damper a visit. Free and clear does not cost more, so would be an easy improvement! Although I was comfortable, that made the resting part less enjoyable. Additionally, the bathrooms were not cleaned thoroughly (toothpaste in mirrors and hair on toilet/sink/tub) and there was a used cup on the porch. I am a local, so I have recommendations for cleaning crews if needed! I would recommend the spot if the cleaning aspects were improved! The location and home itself were enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MJ A., Colquitt, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at the River House
We had a wonderful time staying at the River House. We wanted a few days to relax and that's exactly what we did! The river was peaceful and the atmosphere of the house was amazing. Our family enjoyed our visit and would love to go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023