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DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to 'Remember When', a 850sf lakefront cottage in Tallahassee, FL. Unwind on the spacious deck overlooking the serene lake or retreat to your private covered and screened-in lanai. With two bedrooms, one full bath, an outdoor bathroom with hot/cold shower and sitting area plus a large dock for fishing, this home offers plenty of space for relaxation.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces

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.

$135.00 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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside, near open window. No littering

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside, near open window. No littering

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

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Tallahassee, FL

What's nearby

  • Tallahassee Community College - 32 min drive - 23.4 miles
  • Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium - 36 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Florida State University - 37 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Florida A&M University - 39 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Donald L. Tucker Civic Center - 39 min drive - 27.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Boys - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Whip Waterfront Pub n Grub - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lake Talquin Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Gretna By The Sea - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Smoked Meats - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces 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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Reviews

DEEP last minute reduction in Nov '25! Clean/charming, unbeatable outdoor spaces Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 314 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Faith W.

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

Great stay

Family of 2 adults, 2 teens and 1 dog. We had a wonderful, comfortable stay. Beautiful location and everything we could need was available in the home. Would love to come back and stay a little longer one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeni B.

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

37th wedding anniversary fishing trip

We loved this quaint little cottage and being right on the lake with a place to keep our boat in the water. Tally the sweet cat that lives at the cottage, stole our hearts too
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

Alan A.

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

Remember When

Great Place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste S.

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

Beautiful view

We had a great experience at this property. It is clean, comfortable, and has super outdoor spaces for enjoying a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacque D.

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

A piece of Heaven

Nice, clean and beautiful stay on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

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

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

Laurene S., Dunedin

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

Peaceful cottage on a beautiful lake

"Remember When" was a great p;ace to vacation and get away from it all!! Cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. Lake was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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

Brenda C.

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

Perfect family vacation

We traveled from Michigan to Tallahassee to move our daughter into Florida State University and so glad to find such a welcoming place to enjoy a week of family time before our goodbyes.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Nice lake retreat

Had a great stay, the house was super clean and very cottage cute. We were in town for an FSU game, would have liked to stay longer to just chill out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

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

Relaxing stay

Beautiful property! Adorable and very clean house! The view of the lake was breathtaking. I wish we could have stayed longer and can’t wait to return one day
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

Our stay was great. Very relaxing time spent at the lake!

The property was exactly like we expected. This is our second time staying at the lake cottage and we couldn't be happier with our stay. Glenn & Lawson are great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ann A.

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

Lake Getaway

Relaxing, serene and very clean lake cottage. Enjoyed every second and will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri C., Canton, Georgia

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

Beautiful house!

This house is very charming and perfect for a stay on the lake. The outdoor space is beautiful and well planned… tons of places to sit and enjoy the views. The beds are comfortable and the “outhouse” was super cute and way to use. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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

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

Camille V.

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

Best cottage on the lake!

What a treasure "Remember When" cottage is! The beautiful gardens were a real bonus. The cottage and decks and dock were so wonderful I didn't want to leave. Very well maintained also.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Perfect

The space was just right for the two of us. The location was also great for hiking in Apalachicola National Forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

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

Jorge D.

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

Great get away!

This is exactly what my spouse and I were looking for. The cottage was clean with thoughtful amenities to make our stay just right. I would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Quaint lake house

The lake house was very quaint. We enjoyed the house very much. I wish we had been able to spend more time at the property but were there for a FSU visit and we’re in town a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina s., Melbourne

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

Great lakeside cottage

Great outdoor space for everything from the dock to the firepit to the upper outlook/lounge area. Cottage had everything we needed inside. We had a nice relaxing stay and communication with the owner was quick to respond and easy to get ahold of him. I’d recommend this property for families and couples who are looking for a peaceful getaway, to boat or fish or just chill out!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette M.

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

The Lake House

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was great and the location was beautiful! And we can't forget Tally! What a beautiful kitty. We had everything we needed. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023