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REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration

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Smart TV, DVD player, books
Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration

For an exotic and lifelong experience, come stay on The Reelaxation Houseboat, conveniently docked in Apalachicola Florida. Wake up to the sunrise peering through your bedroom window and step outside to see the shrimp boats coming in with their daily catch. Grab your morning coffee and sit on your screened porch to enjoy a wide variety of activity pass by. Watch the pair of dolphins swim by, a family of ducks sunning themselves and birds diving for their breakfast. It is a short walk to the Historic Downtown Apalachicola, featuring a bevy of shops, stores, and galleries.

The Reelaxation was built from native woods by a local fishing Captain. It features a wide open living area, equipped with free WIFI, cable television and a fully stocked kitchen. All towels, and sheets are provided onboard. The dock is just a short stroll away from the gem of the 'Forgotten Coast'. Plan your vacation today, and experience a memory not soon to be forgotten.

We honor our active duty and retired military with a 10% discount on the room rate. Payment with ID at check-in.

Property manager

Karen Hoff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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
Note from host: Quiet hours from 9PM to 9AM
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Apalachicola, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dixie Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Orman House Historic State Park - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • John Gorrie State Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Station Raw Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar 98 - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration located?

Located in the heart of Apalachicola, this houseboat is within a 5-minute walk of Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa, Dixie Theatre, and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Orman House Historic State Park and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 10 minutes.

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REELAXATION 'A comfortable Cabin on Apalachicola River.' New Water Filtration Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne & Jim M.

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

Another lovely stay on Reelaxation Houseboat

Our second visit. And being pet friendly is a great perk!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENISE G.

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

Absolutely great

Great kocation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

deb d., Cleveland Tennessee

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

Great stay

Best review I can give is I would stay there again!😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Houseboat Stay

This was our 3rd stay in this houseboat. There is nothing like staying on the water! Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

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

Couple's Vacation

We were looking for a quiet, peaceful vacation somewhere pretty on or near the beach with minimal tourist traffic and we found exactly what we needed here. The boat was comfortable and clean, and the view was unbeatable. Would happily return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Lovely houseboat on the tranquil and beautiful Apalachiacola river.

Another wonderful week on the Reelaxation. Fishing off the back deck was excellent! We highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Awesome!!! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Relaxing

Very relaxing did not want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise C., Edgewater, MD

Very relaxing...

...we loved our time aboard the Reelaxation. It was a beautiful spot to just hang out and enjoy the scenery. Already wishing we could go back.

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Everything was perfect. Will be back!

Everything was great! Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robbie R.

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

Fantastic vacation!

Great accommodations with fantastic views overlooking the Apalachicola River having gorgeous sunrises and fishing from the front porch! Enjoyable walks to restaurants and shopping. The host is very accommodating. We will be back again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Perfect!

We loved our houseboat stay in Apalachicola, the accommodations were quaint, comfortable, well-equipped and well-maintained! Karen was a wonderful host and we could walk to all of our favorite destinations in Apalachicola! Couldn't ask for a more pleasant stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adelle W.

Houseboat is my kind of place this

This houseboat is within walking distance of all the restaurants and places of interest in Apalachicola, and sitting on the deck watching the pelicans and other wildlife was a favorite pastime.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather N., Tifton, GA

Perfect Getaway

The houseboat is perfect, the town is great, the food is divine, and the views are amazing. What else can you ask for? We will certainly be back! Thanks for making this great property available on VRBO!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Brief Visitors

Place was clean and fun once we were aboard. Stairs could be challenging depending on the tide.

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Great

Houseboat was great. Karen was so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

CSC

Great location you can walk all over town. We enjoy staying here the only drawback is the cost staying 3 nights is more than staying in a condo on the beach for a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rick E., Fayetteville, GA

Fantastic place to stay. The experience is unique and the accommodations are comfortable

Appalachicola is a historical and incredible piece of Florida history. The houseboat experience was more than we thought it would be. Watching the boats come and go is so relaxing. Karen is a great host. This a must for anyone who wants to experience old Florida.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen H., United States

Awesome!

We have stayed in this houseboat three times now. Karen keeps her houseboats in excellent condition. Apalachicola is a beautiful fishing village with great restaurants and lots of other surrounding attractions. We went to Apalachicola on our Anniversary and will be back next year. Love this area!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

A unique vacation rental!

Staying on a houseboat to experience Apalachicola is a truly unique experience. The boat has everything you need and the location on the water can't be beat. We caught at least thirty fish off the back deck - so fun! The restaurants and shops are all within walking distance - we loved the Owl City Taproom & The Oyster City Brewery is great! We would definitely come back again - thanks!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Nancy Y.

Perfect Waterfront Setting

Just spent 5 days/4 nights at this little gem of a place on the water. The houseboat was very well stocked, sparkling clean and an overall lovely experience. The views in all directions were great. We could walk to town to a number of great restaurants. Our favorite oyster place turned out to be right next door. Don't miss it. Would definitely return to this location again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ayers p.

Wanted To See If I Liked Staying Literally On The Water

I did and will do it again. I even have begun to look at houseboats for sale. Property was as nice and clean as it was pictured
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Priceless!

This was the best, most memorable trip I could have surprised my 2 older sisters with. The 3 of us only get together once a year. We arrived in this charming town and the 2-night stay on this beautiful house boat could not have been better. We had coffee each morning and watched the miraculous Sun-Rise. Very clean, comfortable and you will wish you were staying longer. Plan to go again next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Unique 30th Anniversary Trip

My husband and I spent the weekend of our 30th anniversary on this houseboat. The houseboat is in a great location. We enjoyed being able to walk to the restaurants and shops in downtown Apalachicola. Watching the boats come and go from the nearby marina as well as the wildlife in the area was very relaxing. The owners were a pleasure to work with and were willing and able to answer any questions we had. I have wanted to stay on a houseboat since seeing the movie Sleepless in Seattle. I can now mark one more thing off my bucket list. The decor is true to the pictures, I must admit the deer head in the bedroom was alittle unsettling to me but overall we could not have been happier with the experience.

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

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

Pleasant stay.

My husband and I chose this area because we love to kayak fish. We were in close proximity to St. George Island where we put in at tbe state park on the. Ay side. Fabulous fishing from this area. Caught several reds, trout, and even 2 sharks. When we returned in the evening, we were skeptical to fish off the house boat in the river due to other reviews of just cat fish. We actually caught reds from the house boat which we were happy about. Large fish kept surfacing in the evening. I joked with my husband stating that i think i keep seeing the lauchness monster. They turned out to be gars. Very large. We caught 2 but ended up losing them before ee could bring them in. What an adrenaline rush. Overall great stay. I would recommend a new set of pans for the house boat, and cleaning out the air conditioner...but other than that...very enjoyable stay!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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