Country Retreat in North FL Oasis w/ Firepit, WiFi

Unplug, Recharge, & Reconnect in your private North FL Home Oasis. Just 10 mins to Fanning Springs State Park! Use the new WiFi, then relax by the Fire Pit in the backyard to enjoy nature. Your quiet escape awaits! The perfect home base for all things awesome in North Central FL. If you are looking for a comfortable (2/2) home for your family, you have found your oasis! Enjoy: The Suwannee River, springs, wildlife, and simple living—be present. Book now to secure your quiet country getaway! The space A yard for the kiddos to play safely in, spaciousness to throw a frisbee or football around, a campfire pit in the backyard, a comfy couch for all to gather for DVD movie time and a full kitchen to enjoy a family meal. Of course, a microwave to warm up those leftovers and a bag of popcorn! Or maybe you want to have a nice solo trip or couple’s romantic getaway? Perfect! Spotty cell service to keep from being lured away into countless hours of scrolling. Relax on the front porch, watch the birds, listen for the owls and sometimes catch sight of deer! Singing Cicadas outside will be heard on most evenings; this is free of charge (LoL) and part of the country livin’ charm at its finest. Get a taste of peace and privacy. This is the ideal location for writers, artists and anyone looking for their creative muse and inspiration. Those who enjoy fishing, hunting, scalloping, birding or playing on the river, look no further! Located approximately a mile from the famous Historic Suwannee River, there are multiple boat ramps, docks and parks within five to ten minutes from the house, not to mention a couple of hunting areas around the county and neighboring counties. Scalloping is very popular along the Gulf of Mexico beach areas (this is NOT the beach you’ll see in places like Destin, just a heads up). Our county in Florida boasts the tagline “Heart of Every Nature Coast,” and “Florida’s Hidden Coast,” and websites claim that the fishing and scalloping experienced cannot be matched; a playground for both freshwater and saltwater enthusiasts alike. *Scalloping season is only from late July through September (check FWC’s information for regulations each year).* Internet search “boat ramps Old Town, Florida” for a list of around 15 options in the local area, to include the town of Suwannee, Jena and Horseshoe. For more water activities, you must add our natural freshwater springs to your itinerary! Fanning Springs State Park is only 10 minutes (7 miles) away! Otter Springs, Hart Springs and Manatee Springs are all within a half an hour drive. The self-proclaimed Springs Capital of the World, Gilchrist County is just over the bridge, about twenty minutes away. There, and in the surrounding areas, you can find many, many freshwater springs (and their spring runs/rivers) that provide fun opportunities for diving, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and tubing. Lazy days galore! Hiking trails are prevalent at most of the parks in the area so bring your hiking boots if you’re looking for some exercise, nature and seeking wildlife! Approximate distances to popular attractions nearby: Fanning Springs State Park: 7 miles (7-10 minutes) Manatee Springs State Park: 20.5 miles (25 minutes) Otter Springs Park & Campground (and lodge): 12 miles (17 minutes) Gilchrist County: 20 miles (28 minutes) Horseshoe Beach: 29 miles (34 minutes) Town of Suwannee: 26 miles (30 minutes) Cedar Key: 44 miles (50 minutes) I-75, Gainesville, FL: 40 miles (50 minutes) The Swamp/University of Florida: 46 miles (one hour) Shands UF Health/Cancer Hospital: 49 miles (one hour) North Florida Hospital: 40 miles (50 minutes) Perry, FL: 55 miles (55 minutes) Tallahassee, FL: 108 miles (108 minutes) Walmart/Chiefland: 14.5 miles (18 minutes) A cozy 2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, full kitchen home with a front porch, back patio, front yard and backyard, located on 5 acres, surrounded by woods. Self-check-in with a door code for your convenient arrival. 1 Queen bed with a master bathroom, 2 twin beds in the second room. One of the living room couches is an oversized couch and comfortable for sleeping (not a pull-out, treat like a twin bed). Cot(s) are available; please request. The Master bathroom has a shower (no tub) and the second bathroom has a traditional shower and tub. Open-concept dining area and living room, including a dining table for four. Couches to curl up on for movie night. Full kitchen for homecooked meals. Pots, pans, utensils, plates, cups, fresh drinking water and some basic seasonings are provided. Campfire pit in the backyard. Occasionally, we will be under a burn ban when the environment is too dry, in which there will be a campfire/fire ban. While it isn’t frequent, we will notify you when this occurs; please understand this is out of our control. *If you’d like to buy firewood for your stay, please contact us ahead of time and we can do an add-on.* Small picnic table on the back porch for you to use, along with a charcoal BBQ grill. DVDs and board/card games are provided. A Roku is hooked up for you to utilize the free channels and log in to any streaming apps you personally have access to. The system will clear your information on your check-out date. Fiber WiFi (supposed to be 100 Mbps) was installed in mid-2024, which is part of a large "internet to rural areas" initiative. We're very excited to be able to provide this but do keep in mind that it is a rural area and runs through the electric lines. If there is no power, there is no internet. Ring doorbell camera. *If you are staying for 30 days or more, we will be conducting a light cleaning and refresh every 15 days. Also, if staying 30 days or more, electricity will be charged for anything over 200 KWH usage, which is the base usage when the home is empty and not your responsibility. The due amount will be requested through the rental app the following month after usage.* Guest access Self-check-in. Access to the front yard, backyard, fire pit, small picnic table on the back patio, and front porch chairs. House access to all unlocked rooms (the third bedroom is our storage supply area and inaccessible to guests at this time) Other things to note Keep in mind, Old Town is a small rural, country town where the primary attraction is nature-based and will appeal most to those looking to “slow down” for a minute. If you are looking for a large variety of restaurants, shopping, stores, entertainment, etc. you may wish to vacation elsewhere. If you are looking to get away from crowds, are content with a few good dining options or cooking at home, appreciate wildlife, and enjoy outdoor recreation in our little Oasis of Florida, you found the right place! Other stuff: Please keep in mind, this is the Real Florida – bugs (including itchy red bugs and ticks, usually only if you go into the woods), hot weather, humidity and rain may be experienced! There is AC in the house! There are neighbors, but you rarely can see them through the trees (all 5-10 acres lots), but you may occasionally hear them or their pets from time to time. While we try to provide enough for your shorter stay, for longer stays, we only provide a "starter kit" of toilet paper, paper towels, and other household essentials. If you run out, there are local stores nearby to restock. Self-check-in with a door code for easy and convenient checking-in. While we do not live in the same town, we are not too far, and only an Airbnb messenger, text or call away. We provide you with a guidebook full of recommendations to help make sure your visit to our lovely area is everything you want it to be, and hopefully more! The home is on a septic system, please only flush toilet paper. Nothing else should be flushed as it can clog the septic/drain field. There is a Ring doorbell camera. As avid AirBnB travelers ourselves, we tend to lean more towards the hands-off hosting approach so you do not feel obligated to engage with us. However, with that said, we are always happy to answer questions, give advice and assist you during your stay. We have been hosting (a separate Airbnb place) since 2017 and love being able to provide comfortable accommodations. *If you are staying for 30 days or more, we will be conducting a light cleaning and refresh every 15 days. Also, if staying 30 days or more, electricity will be charged for anything over 200 KWH usage, which is the base usage when the home is empty and not your responsibility. The due amount will be requested through the rental app the following month after usage.*