River Front Cottage Aucilla River, Taylor County
Entire place in Taylor County, Florida
- 4 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 4 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Audrey
- Superhost
- 6 years hosting
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On the Aucilla River in rural Florida
A riverfront cottage on the Aucilla River, surrounded by wildlife and close to kayaking and trails
Riverside deck with grill and fishing
Fish from the wraparound deck, then cook your catch on the riverside propane grill
Michael and Audrey go above and beyond
Guests call Michael and Audrey some of the warmest hosts they've encountered
Furnished cottage with river view windows and a walk around deck. Open floor plan with king size bed and choice of either the full-size sleeper sofa or (2) comfy twin mattress beds. Enjoy relaxing and watch the river flow by from the swivel rocker recliner. AC/Heating unit. Wall mounted swivel TV for easy viewing Roku TV. Wi-Fi. The cottage is fully furnished, mini frig, microwave, toaster, coffee pot, dishware, bed and bath linens & basic cooking condiments.
The space
River Rise Cottage is set up to offer a relaxing and enjoyable experience to make lasting memories.
The cottage has large windows with outstanding river views and a walk around deck that you can fish from.
Should it rain, you can enjoy the sound of the rain on the metal roof. Several feet from the cottage is a screened porch overlooking the scenic river, with comfortable seating and a daybed perfect for napping.
From this location It's not uncommon to see wildlife, deer, wild pigs, bobcats, squirrels, gators, manatees, turtles and otters. It’s a great spot for bird watchers as bald eagles, hawks, woodpeckers, and many other species can be seen.
A wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening bug free. Sit riverside at either the propane fire pit or have a campfire (firewood provided) which is also along the river nestled in the woods.
We encourage guests to use the outdoor seating areas for the ultimate relaxation experience and to find your favorite spot!
Propane grill (utensils, grill pans and propane provided).
The fish station makes cleaning your catch a breeze!
Also available a full-size fridge located on the screened porch in addition to the mini fridge in the cottage.
My husband and I live full time in the main house, which is not attached to the cottage. We respect our guests privacy and our interaction is catered to each guests preference.
Guest access
Bring your boat ! Large open deck with ladder access to the floating dock which is perfect for mooring your boat or launching kayaks. Kayaks are available for guest use at your convenience. (2) single person (1) fishing single person and (1) two-person tandem kayaks with life vest. We also offer a complimentary shuttle service for the 5-mile downstream Aucilla River to the Gulf of Mexico . This can be scheduled after your check-in. Use of the kayaks are at your "own risk" with no host liability. Camp chairs are provided and can be used at the fire pit and along the riverbank. A public boat ramp is located within 300 yards. We have ample storage for you boat trailer during your stay. For a $15.00 charge we will be happy to shuttle you to other rivers in this area that are also great for kayaking and sight seeing.
Other things to note
Our guests enjoy cooking riverside using the propane grill, propane provided. A crockpot, electric skillet, and blender are also available to guest upon request to be used at outdoor sink area. There is a full size frig located on the screened porch in addition to the mini frig in cottage. There is a propane fire pit on the north deck area and a wood fire pit south of the cottage, firewood is provided.
House rules for children staying at the cottage.
We gladly accept children with the understanding that all children thirteen and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times outside the cottage due to its proximity over the river and being in a natural wildlife environment. This is a strict requirement that will be compulsory. This is for the safety of your children while staying at River Rise Cottage.
We are pet friendly but do require that your pets are not left alone in the cottage. We have different size crates available, and these are provided at no extra charge in the event that you should leave the cottage and choose not to take your fur baby with you. There is a $50 non-refundable pet deposit fee for 1 -2 pets.
A guest’s animal must not be:
Out of control
Unhouse broken.
Left alone at the listing without prior approval.
Allowed into areas that are considered unauthorized to the guest.
Allowed in a public space without being harnessed, leashed, or tethered and not under the guest’s control.
Please clean up after your pet
Kayaks are available at no charge for guests use at your convenience and Michael offers a complimentary kayak shuttle for the Aucilla River, the shuttle can be scheduled after your check in. For a $15.00 charge we will be happy to shuttle you to other rivers in this area that are also great for kayaking and sight seeing.
My husband and I live full time in the main house and love hosting guests in our riverfront cottage! We respect our guest’s privacy and cater our interaction to each guest’s preference.
The space
River Rise Cottage is set up to offer a relaxing and enjoyable experience to make lasting memories.
The cottage has large windows with outstanding river views and a walk around deck that you can fish from.
Should it rain, you can enjoy the sound of the rain on the metal roof. Several feet from the cottage is a screened porch overlooking the scenic river, with comfortable seating and a daybed perfect for napping.
From this location It's not uncommon to see wildlife, deer, wild pigs, bobcats, squirrels, gators, manatees, turtles and otters. It’s a great spot for bird watchers as bald eagles, hawks, woodpeckers, and many other species can be seen.
A wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening bug free. Sit riverside at either the propane fire pit or have a campfire (firewood provided) which is also along the river nestled in the woods.
We encourage guests to use the outdoor seating areas for the ultimate relaxation experience and to find your favorite spot!
Propane grill (utensils, grill pans and propane provided).
The fish station makes cleaning your catch a breeze!
Also available a full-size fridge located on the screened porch in addition to the mini fridge in the cottage.
My husband and I live full time in the main house, which is not attached to the cottage. We respect our guests privacy and our interaction is catered to each guests preference.
Guest access
Bring your boat ! Large open deck with ladder access to the floating dock which is perfect for mooring your boat or launching kayaks. Kayaks are available for guest use at your convenience. (2) single person (1) fishing single person and (1) two-person tandem kayaks with life vest. We also offer a complimentary shuttle service for the 5-mile downstream Aucilla River to the Gulf of Mexico . This can be scheduled after your check-in. Use of the kayaks are at your "own risk" with no host liability. Camp chairs are provided and can be used at the fire pit and along the riverbank. A public boat ramp is located within 300 yards. We have ample storage for you boat trailer during your stay. For a $15.00 charge we will be happy to shuttle you to other rivers in this area that are also great for kayaking and sight seeing.
Other things to note
Our guests enjoy cooking riverside using the propane grill, propane provided. A crockpot, electric skillet, and blender are also available to guest upon request to be used at outdoor sink area. There is a full size frig located on the screened porch in addition to the mini frig in cottage. There is a propane fire pit on the north deck area and a wood fire pit south of the cottage, firewood is provided.
House rules for children staying at the cottage.
We gladly accept children with the understanding that all children thirteen and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times outside the cottage due to its proximity over the river and being in a natural wildlife environment. This is a strict requirement that will be compulsory. This is for the safety of your children while staying at River Rise Cottage.
We are pet friendly but do require that your pets are not left alone in the cottage. We have different size crates available, and these are provided at no extra charge in the event that you should leave the cottage and choose not to take your fur baby with you. There is a $50 non-refundable pet deposit fee for 1 -2 pets.
A guest’s animal must not be:
Out of control
Unhouse broken.
Left alone at the listing without prior approval.
Allowed into areas that are considered unauthorized to the guest.
Allowed in a public space without being harnessed, leashed, or tethered and not under the guest’s control.
Please clean up after your pet
Kayaks are available at no charge for guests use at your convenience and Michael offers a complimentary kayak shuttle for the Aucilla River, the shuttle can be scheduled after your check in. For a $15.00 charge we will be happy to shuttle you to other rivers in this area that are also great for kayaking and sight seeing.
My husband and I live full time in the main house and love hosting guests in our riverfront cottage! We respect our guest’s privacy and cater our interaction to each guest’s preference.
Where you’ll sleep
Bedroom area
1 king bed, 2 single beds, 1 sofa bed
Other
1 sofa bed
What this place offers
Garden view
River view
Waterfront
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 202 reviews.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Taylor County, Florida, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
Points of interest include:
Fishing village of Steinahatchee
Aucilla Wildlife Management Area
Aucilla, Wakulla and St Marks rivers
St. George Island State Park Beach.
Wakulla Springs State Park
St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail which is a 16-mile paved bike trail
St Marks Lighthouse and National Wildlife Refuge.
Tallahassee Nursery in Tallahassee and Just Fruits and Exotics in Crawfordville are sure to delight the gardening enthusiast.
For our antique loving guests Monticello Fl. and Thomasville, Ga.
Deal’s Oyster House in Perry is a favorite of locals
Tallahassee is the State capital and home of FSU and FAMU
For Walmart and other shopping needs you can choose between Tallahassee, Crawfordville and Perry all within a 40 min drive from the cottage.
Fishing village of Steinahatchee
Aucilla Wildlife Management Area
Aucilla, Wakulla and St Marks rivers
St. George Island State Park Beach.
Wakulla Springs State Park
St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail which is a 16-mile paved bike trail
St Marks Lighthouse and National Wildlife Refuge.
Tallahassee Nursery in Tallahassee and Just Fruits and Exotics in Crawfordville are sure to delight the gardening enthusiast.
For our antique loving guests Monticello Fl. and Thomasville, Ga.
Deal’s Oyster House in Perry is a favorite of locals
Tallahassee is the State capital and home of FSU and FAMU
For Walmart and other shopping needs you can choose between Tallahassee, Crawfordville and Perry all within a 40 min drive from the cottage.
Meet your host
My work: I am a full time Criminal Justice Reform Advocate
Speaks English
I'm a 4th generation Floridian & truly appreciate living here on Florida's Forgotten Coast . My husband Michael and I both enjoy fishing & exploring nature in one of the many nearby wildlife management areas. We share our home with Dixie Blue our sweet Boston Terrier / Siberian Husky mix. We love our little piece of heaven here on the Aucilla River and hosting guests in our riverfront cottage.
Audrey is a Superhost
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