Families gathered in the vaulted ceiling great room with a fireplace, dining area, and a fully furnished kitchen enjoy a wonderful view of the rolling river. Stepping from the living room into the screen porch places you instantly into the nature coast. The home is equipped with TV’s on a Satellite system, VCR/DVD and high speed internet. Area activities that extend the families fun include scuba diving, snorkeling, tubing and swimming as the natural springs. Horseback riding, bicycling, antiquing, Florida football and the Historic Cedar Key coastal community are all within driving distance of this retreat. A place of unprecedented relaxation along the banks of the Suwannee River the Suwannee House is the perfect getaway retreat.
Amenities: You will find the Suwannee House equipped with satellite TV, 3 TVs, VCR, DVD, Stereo, and High Speed Internet.
This private home has 1450 sq ft of air conditioned space, plus Screen porch and open sun deck for river relaxation. Vaulted ceiling in Great Room, Fully equipped kitchen with corian counter top, Fireplace, Fax machine, Laundry room with washer and dryer, Monitored Security System, Tile floors in the living, dining, kitchen and baths, carpet in all three bedrooms, Water purifier hooked up to the whole house, and Ceiling fans in all rooms.
Activities: BBQ area and fire pit to grill out and evenings by the campfire are enjoyed by the whole family. The deep water (over 25') & floating dock in front of the house allow for large boat tie-up. Boat rental available, inquire at management office. Also, within a short boat ride up or down the river, there are many clear springs & cave diving opportunities. Maps and river information about the area are provided.
Fish on your boat or on the private dock then take your catch to the fish cleaning table and sink just outside the home to prepare the evening meal. Expansive view on the bend of the Suwannee River. Shaded by ancient oaks two acres of land provide access to the Nature Coast wonders. Games, books, videos are provided for inside entertainment. Outside a 4 cart golf cart is yours to use to enjoy the grounds.
Area: The Natural Florida... The Suwannee River Valley and Nature Coast area offer a refuge from the hectic, everyday schedule of modern life. Suwannee House is centrally located on Florida's nature coast so that families can enjoy all that the Suwannee River, area springs and pristine countryside have to offer. Cottagers can enjoy many activities such as fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, tubing, hiking, bird-watching, bicycling and horseback riding.
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There are also plenty of antique shops near by!
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The area has the highest concentration of freshwater springs on earth, with two major rivers forming the northern and western boundaries of Gilchrist County, and over 60 springs within or contiguous to the country. It's easy to see why the peace and tranquility of Gilchrist County draws people from the concrete cities.