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Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!!

Recreate yesteryear with family get-a-ways by the lake. Enjoy leisure time on the spacious deck or unwind at your private lanai.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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

Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!!

Our 850sf lakefront cottage is called "Remember When", located at 24224 Lanier St., Tallahassee, FL 32310

Remember when life was simpler during those family get-a-ways to the lake? You can recreate yesteryear when retreating to "Remember When". This lakefront home offers stunning views and quiet lakefront living.

You'll love the wood planked walls, wood ceilings, and wood floors, along with the wide open lakefront vistas through the many large windows. A spacious deck off the sun room offers commanding views of the lake. At about 30 feet in elevation above the lake level, you will love spending leisure time here, both day and night!

The large dock has both open and covered areas. The covered areas are great during the summer mid-day heat and during a passing rain shower. Plenty of space for fishing on this 80 foot wide x 45 foot deep dock area!

Two bedrooms and one full bath are located on the main level. There is a downstairs, ground level, "walk out basement" bedroom with lots of extra sleeping space. This downstairs bedroom has it's own covered AND screened-in lanai. A nice place to hang out during the mid day sun or passing rain shower! This particular downstairs space offers privacy and separation for an extra couple or or adult kids.

For the convenience of coming off the dock or lake along with the ground floor bedroom, there is a new outdoor covered and private bathroom that features a hot/cold shower, toilet and sink, each in it's own room. Even a sitting area! This is located at the entrance to the walkout basement bedroom. There is a covered walkway from the downstairs bedroom to the outdoor bathroom in case it rains. You'll love how this new addition enhances lake life and even makes you feel like you're in the mountains!

There are just 3 steps up to the main level front door. The downstairs is located down some exterior stairs at ground level as well. "Remember When" is advantageous for folks that prefer not to navigate lots of stairs.

The front of the home offers plenty of parking, even for your boat trailer. Please call or email us anytime, day or night, with any questions or to secure your lakefront get-a-way. We'd love for you to create memories at our lake house so that you'll also fondly "Remember When".

For a 3-minute drone video of our house, go to YouTube and type in: Remember When Lake House

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Glenn and Lawson Smith


See our other VRBO listing located nearby at St. George Island, VRBO 616093.

NOTES:
2-night minimum stay requirement.

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY allowed is 6 people.

Sorry, we do not offer a monthly rate.

*We cater to family groups and cannot accept reservations for vacationing students or house parties. We do not rent to students or to groups under 25, even if one or more parents or legally responsible adults accompany them.

$125.00 Cleaning fee which includes clean linens and bath towels.

If you bring your dog, we have a $25.00 pet fee. We simply ask that they'd be well behaved & trained, current on flea/tick meds, non-scratchers on doors/windows/furniture, to keep them off the furniture & beds, (or at least bring some blankets to throw over the new Lovesac COUCH. Please pick up after them in the yard and neighborhood. Due to the fact that your pet is not familiar with his/her surroundings at the house, PLEASE bring a kennel in case you plan to leave him/her alone so that your dog does not scratch our door and door frame. Lastly, please keep your doggies from barking so as to not disturb the neighbors.

In the event that you need to cancel, we provide a full refund 60 days or more prior to arrival. Within 60 days there is no refund. Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended because you never know what unexpected life event can occur.

Up to a $300 damage option will be automatically charged to your credit card within 14 days of check out if any damage occurs.

BOAT INFO:
A boat slip is available for your boat with advance notice. PLEASE let us know so that we free up the slip & lift. A Leon County maintained cement boat ramp, (Blount Road Boat Ramp), with 2 floating docks is located nearby.

Our available covered boat slip is 8 1/2 feet wide with the lift at 8' 1" wide. The water depth is 2' deep. The boat lift board is 1' tall so therefore when the boat lift is lowered to the lake bottom you must not have a draft of more than 1'. The available covered boat slip and lift are not designed for large boats. A boat up to around 20' long or less is best. The new slip, which is without an electric lift and cover, is good for larger boats and pontoons. Let us know which one you need. LASTLY, the electric lift has a lever for Up & Down. STOP the lever when the lift is at your desired height or depth. Leaving it unattended will burn up the $600.00 motor. Do not raise the lift higher than a few inches above the water line and STOP the lift when it hits the lake bottom which is a depth of 2 feet. This will prevent the cable from UNRAVELING.

Property manager

Glenn and Lawson Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, near open window. No littering

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water skiing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 850 sq ft (79 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Note from host: Well behaved and trained pets allowed. See policy

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Well behaved children 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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Tallahassee, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Talquin State Park - 13 min drive
  • Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium - 30 min drive
  • Florida State University - 31 min drive
  • Florida A&M University - 32 min drive
  • Tallahassee Downtown Market - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whip Waterfront Pub N Grub - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dixie D'lite Lounge & Package - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Country Boys Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Angel's Seafood by the Dam - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪R J's House of Catfish - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Apalachicola National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grand Bay and Lake Talquin State Park. Lake Talquin State Forest and Tallahassee Community College are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Charming cottage w/ fantastic views and outdoor living areas! Huge dock! Clean!! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 292 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We had a great time here. I would highly recomme
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remember When
Great Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Cottage
We enjoyed our stay at “Remember When”. Great view and very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The property is beautiful, peaceful and welcoming. Communication with owner is prompt and courteous. Easy check-in and easy check-out. Just a fabulous gem that we considered ourselves extremely fortunate to have found
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Talquin Cottage
This cottage is very cozy and comfortable. With the beautiful view it puts you in relax mode very quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work trip
Nice and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Thanks so much for sharing your lake house. The views are amazing! My family enjoyed a relaxing weekend. Be sure to bring plenty of food with you. There are no restaurants or grocery stores near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and relaxing stay.
Quiet peaceful great views. Would stay here again in cooler weather. Even the cat was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful lakeside cottage with great layout and landscaping. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azfar L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Florida road trip
The house was perfect. It provided everything we needed. Especially for cooking indoor/outdoor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & clean
Beautiful, clean, wonderful views & great communication - 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and serene
We had a wonderful stay at Remember When. Although it was the middle of the summer, we sat on the deck and the temperature was fine. Had planned to go kayaking but ran out of time. We'll definitely stay again if traveling to Tally.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape!
This is our second time at remember when and I think this time was even more magical than the last. Don't miss out on this lake adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memories in Paradise!
Exceptionally CLEAN, NO BUGS! It was just like being at home, but better. Plenty of room, a well maintained property and it brought a smile to my face until I departed. A beautiful view and outdoor space including wood for your bonfire! Best of all was the fishing!! You can walk out the door and you're just steps away from throwing your pole in and catching one! The dock is huge and very well lighted; and the night fishing was killer!! Everything, you need is right here.... in Paradise on the Lake. This place deserves 5 stars and it's highly recommended but good luck getting a reservation because I'm coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake View
My family truly enjoyed our stay. We swam, rode the waverunners, fished, grilled and went out on the boat. The host and hostess were more than accommodating, even allowed us some extra time. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

vickie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay
This is a perfect place to stay. So very clean and excellent accommodations. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
We had a wonderful time. . The two decks and sunroom were great to hang out in. It is about 1 1/2 hour from St George Island.the beds weee comfortable. Could not have asked for a cleaner place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Side Leisure
Exceptionally pleasant stay in what can only be described as extremely relaxing and pleasant. Thanks for the experience and for allowing us to stay in your cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Everything was seamless and very accommodating. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff h., Nicollet

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cabin!
We had a wonderful week at Talquin! The cabin was very cute, loved the big porch and comfy couch. Fishing for crappies was good and wonderful views from this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing.....
This is our 2nd stay here....beautiful weather.....absolutely beautiful house & property....i love the different levels....sitting areas in each level....nature everywhere...we never left!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebrating 78
One day crappie fishing and one day bass. Had a great time. House was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K., Panama City, florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing lake house
Perfect relaxing lake house with beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HAPPY TIMES
GREAT PLACE, PLENTY OF PARKING SPACE, ME AND THE WIFE CAUGHT OVER THIRTY AND SAW FIVE ALLIGATORS. VERY CLEAN INSIDE WITH PLENTY OF ROOM. WISH THE WEATHER WOULD HAVE COOPERATED A LITTLE BETTER. WOULD LIKE TO BACK AGAIN...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice quiet place to enjoy.
Nice and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022