Camp Manatee - Riverfront+Hot Tub+Kayaks+Boat

Fort White, FL, United States
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About

Camp Manatee is a magical estate situated on approximately 3 acres with over 650 feet of direct Santa Fe River frontage with a stilt home elevated over the ground by 30+ feet. This gives you an incredible vantage point of the expansive property from the home and wrap-around porches. The home is approximately 1,500 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and sleeps (8) people comfortably. We offer complimentary kayaks for guests to use during their stay. Inquire about our boat rental!

Good to know

Camp Manatee is a stilt home with all the major indoor living areas upstairs (please note that you will need to climb up a flight of stairs to enter the house) There are three (3) spacious bedrooms, two (2) full bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen and dining table. The living area has comfortable leather couches with sliding glass doors across the entire river-facing wall. You are sure to catch some lovely river views along with a fully screened-in wraparound porch off the back of the home. There are four (4) TVs, all equipped with Roku streaming services for you to watch your favorite shows during your stay. Downstairs, there is an open-air recreation area with plenty of seating including a large lounge sectional plus table and chairs. There’s a hot tub, fire pit table, corn hole, and charcoal grill. Our property also features an additional 25 acres of vacant land adjacent to the property and just across the Santa Fe River is the Fort White Wildlife and Environmental Area that comprise another 1,600 acres of preserved lands. If you are looking to relax and get back in touch with nature, this is a must-visit spot for you!

Other Details to Note

KAYAKS: We offer 4 single kayaks and a 3 person canoe complimentary for your use on the Santa Fe River during your stay at Camp Manatee. Paddles and life jackets are made available. Please note use of the kayaks, canoes, and swimming in the river are at your own risk. HOT TUB: We offer complimentary use of a six-person hot tub. The hot tub is offered as available, as there are times when the hot tub is undergoing maintenance and may not be available for your stay. Please check in with us to ensure the hot tub is available for your visit. BOAT RENTAL: Elevate your trip by renting our 18' pontoon boat the "Manatee I". Fish the Santa Fe, hit the Springs or the Ichetucknee River riverside, or take a cruise down the historic Suwannee River. We have a 2023 18’ Sun Tracker Bass buggy with a 75HP motor available for rent. This is a relatively new boat that seats 8 passengers for the cruise. The Manatee I is the perfect boat for exploring and relaxing on the beautiful Santa Fe River and for spotting our favorite guests: MANATEES! Go for a swim, drop anchor or tie off for a pristine picnic, or catch some fish. Contact us to inquire further and let us help you have your best days ever on the water. The boat will be docked on our private dock on the river for easy use and convenience. Boat rates range from $350 - $450+ a day depending on the time of year. We have multi-day discounts available or book for a week for maximum savings. if you arrive on a Sunday and leave the following Sunday, you will rent the boat for 6 full days which constitutes a week. Note: The Boat Rental of the Manatee I is also available for anyone even if you do not plan on staying at Camp Manatee, as long as the boat is available. Reach out to us for more information. There is wildlife all around you at Camp Manatee – on land and in the river. You may see deer, alligators, wild hogs, turkeys, manatees, squirrels, snakes, and rabbits during your visit. Some of the wildlife may be dangerous, and we advise all guests to be aware of their surroundings while on or around the property. Please note that our home is in a camp-like setting and guests may encounter bugs. We do have a pest control company that regularly services the home, but if visiting in the spring and summer months please anticipate some bugs. The Santa Fe River is fed by 36 named major springs. Countless other unnamed minor and micro springs dot the river just waiting to be found and explored! Ichetucknee Springs: 10 minutes away via car, also accessible via kayak Poe Springs: 20 minutes away O'Leno State Park and River Rise: 20 minutes away High Springs: 20 minutes away Ginnie Springs and Devil Springs: 25 minutes away Bob's River Place: 25 minutes away (currently closed) Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park: 30 minutes away Gainesville/University of Florida: 45 minutes away

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Rain Shower
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Mosquito net
  • Room-darkening shades

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Rain Shower
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Mosquito net
  • Room-darkening shades

Family

  • Board games
  • Crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • First aid kit

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Waterfront
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Boat slip
  • Fire pit
  • Kayak
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises

Services

  • Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
  • Cleaning before checkout

House rules

Liability Waiver: You understand that swimming in the river, the use of kayaks are at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with swimming in the river using the kayaks. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from swimming in the river and use of the kayaks and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that swimming in the river and the use of kayaks may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming, or using the kayaks if a person has health risks, or if a person swims, or uses the kayaks while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and be solely responsible for any accidents you may incur in the use of these items. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming in the river, using the kayaks. Please note there is also a bunk bed in the house. There are inherent risks in using a bunk bed and guests agree to hold owner harmless for use of the bunk bed. All guests in your party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that booking constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and Host.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Camp Manatee is tucked into a quiet neighborhood in Fort White, Florida. A community built around the Santa Fe River, most homes are vacation homes of residents around Florida. There are dozens of springs and parks within a short distance from our home, including the magical Ichetucknee River within walking/kayaking distance. For guests bringing boats, jet skis, and other water toys - there are several public boat launches into the majestic Santa Fe or the historic Suwannee River in close proximity. There is also access to a private boat ramp within close proximity to the property. Inquire with us if you have interest in this amenity.

Guest access

There is plenty of free parking onsite. Up to six (6) cars would be able to park in the driveway. Camp Manatee is gated. We ask that you please do not park on the grass as we have a septic system in the area. Guests have access to kayaks and paddles to use on the Santa Fe River which also provides access to private section of the Ichetucknee River via river. Guests that wish to have access to additional amenities such as private tubing access to the Ichetucknee River, boat ramp, parks and more that are all in close proximity to Camp Manatee should reach out to our team to learn more. PET POLICY: Our home is pet friendly with an additional $50 pet fee per pet during your stay. We permit a maximum of two (2) pets. EARLY CHECK-IN/LATE CHECK-OUT: Guests should know that we can sometimes accommodate early check-in times or later check-out times. Please message via the messaging system to inquire further. Sometimes an additional fee is required depending on how early/late your request time is and if we can guarantee it

Reviews

Liz
February 2025 · Airbnb
We were very impressed by the cleanliness and all of the amenities and in this case we felt that the home was even nicer than the photos! A beautiful spot and such a great location.
Debra
December 2024 · Airbnb
Camp Manatee was everything it was advertised to be and the hosts were so helpful and friendly. We were able to enjoy the wonderful surroundings - the river, the wildlife, kayaks and canoe. The house is great, we were able to cook a holiday dinner in the well equipped kitchen and the living room was the perfect place to relax and watch the bowl games. Highly recommend this property and hosts!

Find us

We recommend traveling via car throughout Fort White. You can also kayak down the river to the Ichetucknee River. The Ichetucknee State park is minutes away by car as are numerous other springs!

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