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ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to the serene waterfront of Ichetucknee River at The Resting Turtle, where crystal-clear waters and a private dock await. Unwind on the shaded screened porch or open sundeck, perfect for taking in over 100 ft of river views. With a fully furnished home featuring satellite TV throughout, you can focus on making memories with activities like fishing, boating and snorkeling.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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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.

ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River

Welcome to the Resting Turtle!

House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 8-9)
Beautiful Ichetucknee River waterfront with Private Dock.

THIS IS ONE OF THE LAST RIVERS IN FLORIDA WHERE THE WATER IS STILL CRYSTAL CLEAR.

If you are looking for PRIVACY..this is the place !!

Shaded home with sunny dock. Float down the river or watch the current in this spring fed crystal clear water. Fishing, boating, snorkeling, cave diving, scuba, swimming. Covered, and screened front porch, covered parking. With over 100 ft waterfront view of the crystal clear Ichetucknee River, our home features an open floor plan for the living, dining, and kithchen. The master bedroom has a private full bath and opens onto the sundeck which over looks the river. The other three bedrooms and full bath, have two queen size beds and a king. The living room opens onto the screened porch that also overlooks the river. The entire house is on stilts with parking underneath plus plenty of parking for boats. COMPLETELY FURNISHED...bring your personal items, food, clothes & a desire for a relaxing vacation. We have all dishes, utensils, linens, towels and more. Satellite TV throughout . Boat ramps available.

Keywords: Private -- Secluded Riverfront, Screened Front Porch, & Open Deck Picnic Tables

ONE OF THE LAST RIVERS IN FLORIDA WHERE THE WATER IS STILL CRYSTAL CLEAR.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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
Fort White,, FL

What's nearby

  • Ichetucknee River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ichetucknee Springs State Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ichetucknee Conservation Area - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Fe River - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Collective - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Farm Stand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Package Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Ichetucknee Springs State Park and Ichetucknee River. Ichetucknee Conservation Area and Santa Fe River are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

ICHETUCKNEE RIVER - Riverfront on the Crystal Clear Ichetucknee River Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Restful river

We had a great time - comfortable accommodations and being right on the water was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles D.

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

Third year in a row!

Location is perfect for our planned activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Delightful

Have stayed here for years and love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Quick getaway

Such a beautiful location and property
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake F.

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

Beautiful river

Everything went great. Check in was a breeze. Days in the river and nights around the fire were perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Friends weekend

Location is great, we always have a good time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

ICHETUCKNEE RIVER

Loved the location, being able to walk out onto the dock right into the clear water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Ideal Location

Being right on the Ichetucknee River and a stones throw from Hodor Park is ideal. The property is also a nice open layout and is comfortable. Great place to stay for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

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

Always a great time

We stay here every year and love it so much! Great memories and you can’t beat the location or the view. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles D., Lynn Haven, FL USA

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

Another great time at the “Resting Turtle”!

This was my 5th time staying at this property! Spent 3 nights there with friends & family. It never disappoints us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Great Time

We had a blast as a family. Would love to come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clyde B.

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

Great River Vacation

Great property. We had a lot of fun relaxing out on the dock and enjoying the river. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing

This was an amazing stayed! My family and friends have created memories that wouldn't be possible without this place. The water was gorgeous and the house was spacious and perfect for us. I 10/10 recommend this place
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Pure joy

We had the best time, enjoying this spacious and comfortable house. Being so close to the river was such a treat, can’t wait to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsy V., Glen st mary usa

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

Family

Perfect place for family time! Plenty of room and clean. With record breaking heat, perfect place to cool and enjoy nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Oxana B.

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

Pristine Nature

We loved the place, right on the river with the dock, kids spend all time in the water. House is a little outdated but we loved the experience anyway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsy V.

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

Beautiful

River was so pretty and easy access.Saw manatee at dock.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Tranquil getaway

This home is perfect for a relaxing a getaway. Joe was extremely friendly and easy to work with. We brought our paddle boards and enjoyed cruising up and down the river all day. There was a great space for cooking out and entertaining. We have stayed here on and off for years and it never disappoints.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

awesome as always

The River House is truly something special - our boys stayed here once when they were little, and now again as they're young adults, and they loved it (in different ways) both times. Very comfortable house and surroundings. I hope we go back for a 3rd time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn C.

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

Absolutely amazing

The house itself was laid out beautifully, lots of space. The river access in the back of the house was amazing. The water was crystal clear. The kids were able to swim and snorkel right off the back deck. We also got to see a manatee swim by one morning.. I would absolutely recommend this property to anybody who is debating, just do it ! You won’t regret it. We made So many Amazing memories with family and friends. Thank you so much to the hosts who made everything so easy and enjoyable..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay D.

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

End of Summer Stay

We really enjoyed the property. House was clean and spacious. Loved the screened porch. No issues with bugs! The river access was easy, although, we would recommend bringing water shoes to float the river. Several stores are close by in case you need anything. We had 8 people stay comfortably for 3 nights. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

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

Best Vacation ever!!

My kids will tell you this was the best vacation ever!! We spent everyday in the water at the dock swimming and snorkeling and every night on the porch and in the yard grilling and making a fire to roast s’mores for the kids!! It was the best!! Comfortable beds and plenty of room and everything our family needed for the week!! We brought our own kayaks and food but they pretty much supplied the rest!❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Great place on the Ichnetucknee

Great weekend get away for a big group of friends. The house was very large and well furnished with everything needed. It was very comfortable for all 8 of us. Sitting out on the dock during the day and evenings was awesome. Nice hot water, good wifi, covered parking, plenty of seating… lots to like about the house! But still the best was being right on the river. Would definitely love to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Sweet Serenity

Excellent location. Our family and friends had a really awesome visit! House was roomy and comfortable. Well stocked kitchen, but needs new pans and skillets. Also really wish the bedrooms had a t least queen beds, instead of full beds. Main bedroom was delightful. Lots of places to chill and relax here!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Always a pleasure

It’s always a dilemma whether or not to leave a good review for this place because I love it so much I don’t want anyone else booking it. That being said I’ve been coming here for a long time. It’s a great location and I look forward to booking again next year. During my stay an older couple stopped in to check the place out because they were worried about the stairs into the house, I would not recommend anyone with accessibility issues book here as you need to be able to climb stairs to make access to the house as well as the dock.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024