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Koi Pond Waterfall

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8128.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Florahome, FL
  • Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN

Quiet comfortable getaway located on the best kept secret of North Florida, beautiful George's Lake...just 46 miles south of Downtown Jacksonville, 50 miles west of St Augustine, 35 miles east of Gainesville and only 74 miles northwest of Daytona Beach. This lovely 2 bedroom / 2 bath single family home allows you to enjoy the picturesque views of the lake; sunrise, sunset, wildlife and everything else nature can offer you. Bring your boat, jetski, kayak, canoe, or just your blow up float and soak up the lake life. Don't forget your poles and plenty of bait for our renowned fishing. Load your family up and getaway to George's Lake. Relax with all of the comforts of home, but none of the stress or worries.

"ABOUT GEORGE'S LAKE

Located in Between Two-State Forests

George's Lake is located in northern Putnam County, conveniently situated between two lush state forests: Belmore State Forest and Etoniah Creek State Forest.

Swimming, Fishing, Boating, and More

George's Lake is known for its clear water and sandy bottom.
Visitors and residents enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing all less than 50 miles from Jacksonville. Some of the more popular fish caught in George's Lake are largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and catfish.

George’s Lake Public Boat Ramp is easily accessible for those who need to drop their boat in the lake.

Fun at the State Parks

Belmore State Forest is a great place to enjoy hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Hunting and fishing are both permitted during specific times of the year. Wildlife is abundant in Belmore, and visitors might see wild turkeys, white-tailed deer, hawks, and songbirds if they are lucky. There are even a few threatened species that call Belmore their home. The gopher tortoise, Sherman’s fox squirrel, Florida black bear, American alligator, and the eastern indigo snake can also be found on a lucky day.
Etoniah Creek State Forest is just as fun. The forest spans 8,879 acres of land, and this forest offers many of the same recreational opportunities as Belmore. Etoniah Creek has three hiking trails available.

George's Lake is just a short drive to the vibrant cities of Jacksonville, Gainesville, Ocala, St Augustine and Daytona Beach. There are museums, zoos, a planetarium, and more state parks to fill your schedule."

Property manager

Denny Axman
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
We allow MODERATE events. NO CRAZY PARTIES
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets are welcome, with pet fee.CLEAN UP AFTER THEM
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking OUTSIDE ONLY. $250 add. fee if inside

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: We allow MODERATE events. NO CRAZY PARTIES
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Florahome

Located in Florahome, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Royal Manor Winery and Starke Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ravine Gardens State Park and Augusta Savage Friendship Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Clay County Fairgrounds and Ronnie Van Zant Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Florahome, FL

What's nearby

  • Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Gold Head Branch State Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park - 34 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Kingsley Lake - 42 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Palatka Station - 35 min drive
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith Lake Bar & Package Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shifty's Hideaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Watering Hole At Smith Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Diva Sweets - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN located?

This family-friendly Florahome holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Etoniah Creek State Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead and Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park. Gold Head Branch State Park is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 96 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Get stay

It was great stay and had everything we needed. We were there for work so we didn’t get to enjoy the lake but overall great experience. Only concern we had was being able to lower the AC, it was just really warm at night overall great.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner was very accommodating during our need to evacuate
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Lake house heaven

This place as perfect! Easy check in and out! Beautiful Property inside and out! Peaceful and Relaxing! The grands swam and fished from the dock! We brought our boat and went tubing on the lake! They also did some kayaking while we were there! A perfect lake for them to fish,swim and play!! Very little boat traffic! The owner was very helpful and contacted us after check n to make sure all was well! Just book it you won’t have any regrets!! I definitely plan on booking it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

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

Awesome getaway!

2nd time staying here and already booked a return trip next summer! We absolutely love the home. Clean, nicely decorated, great screened porch overlooking the lake and a porch swing. Nice deck for grilling. Awesome dock for fishing, laying out, or swimming. Plenty of room for a boat. Denny is easy to contact and a great host. Quiet area, not a ton of boat or jet ski traffic on the lake. It’s simply a great place for a quiet vacation. We love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Great getaway

We enjoyed our week. The home was as advertised. It was clean and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Peaceful

Awsome quite getaway
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa S.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Another fantastic stay at this property on George’s Lake! It’s quiet, secluded, and a great place to relax and unwind. We enjoyed walks to the lake, campfires, board games, and family time. The lake house has everything you need and a fantastic host/owner. We will definitely be back in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great place to relax

We had a great stay! The property was as advertised. It was clean and we had everything we needed. We kayaked on the lake and hiked some of the nearby trails. Most of the time we just relaxed on the screen porch or dock. It was just what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alecia M.

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

Great family waterskiing vacation

Sizable lake with very little traffic. Beautiful sunrises. Great accommodations and the host was fantastic. Kitchen had everything you needed and then some. Added bonus: a neighbor on the lake told us that Kroger delivers to this location. Will definitely do that in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

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

Lake life Getaway

Everything about our stay was great! We especially loved the screen porch and the porch swing. We played hard on the beautiful lake and were amazed at the lack of boat traffic! The house was so nice - we felt at home in every room. Thanks for sharing your lake place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

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

Nice house that is well stocked, very relaxing

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

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

Nice lake getaway

We loved the place and had a great time! The home was clean, nice, and spacious for a 2BR place. Great screened back porch, deck area for grilling, and a nice dock. It exceeded our expectations. The owners communicated quickly and were great to deal with. I would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Relaxing getaway

Clean, relaxing environment. Access to a boat dock for relaxation and fishing. We enjoyed listening to the waterfall in the koi pond while sitting on the covered lanai.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Rhonda G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Could have been better

Overall, we were able to enjoy the peaceful setting and unwind which was the goal. However, the property needs some work to meet minimum expectations for a property at this price point. -the kitchen oven, cupboards, flooring, microwave, dishwasher were all filthy. Food particles were found on dishes, roaches were found along baseboards and in the cupboards over the microwave. This was supposed to be the ventilation we think but it is in need of repairs as it isn't venting anything. Sheets were dirty with hair and smelled of perfume in the middle of the pillows. Although the owner had a cleaning person come, she said the perfume we smelled on the pillows was fabric softener. Then she didn't even take the pillow cases off for us to put newly washed sheets on. She also stated the cupboards needed paint. We wiped them down ourselves and removed the food. The koi pond and dock were nice enough. There isn't a lack of remote controls and the overall upkeep on the property needs to be addressed. We ended up not using the grill even after replacing the exploding battery in the ignitor only to find there was no propane left in the tank. Again, at this price, my expectations were not met. I appreciate the owners communication and attempt to fix things but in the end, I don't want to arrive at my vacation to wait on things to be corrected. It should just be ready to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Simply Perfect

This was our second time staying here for a getaway and is was everything we remembered. Denny is great to work with and we love this property! We always look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery W.

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

Nice Getaway

Awesome place to stay. The pictures do not do it justice. If we ever go back to the Gainesville area, this is where we will stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

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

George's Lake Getaway

Our family had an amazing time during our stay. Denny and Angieis an excellent host with an absolutely beautiful retreat. Anything you think you may need is more then likely already there. We enjoyed the majority of our time outside on the dock or on the back porch. Even when it rained we got treated to the most stunning double rainbon.I couldn't have ask for a more perfect anniversary weekend with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla P.

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

Another great getaway

This is our second time staying at this property. As always, we enyoyed & had everything we needed & more.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

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

Great spring break getaway!

We loved this house. Great floorplan, beautiful screened porch plus deck. My kids loved the back yard, both for the goldfish pond and for playing hide and seek. We spent lots of time fishing from the dock, unfortunately it was too cold/rainy to swim. We also enjoyed s'mores around the fire pit. The kitchen is very well-stocked. The internet worked great, and the house is easy to get to. You will have a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Perfect Quiet Lake Location

This was the perfect quiet location for a relaxing week. We kayaked on the beautiful lake and really enjoyed the great back porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Quiet rest

This place is perfect for quiet relaxation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy F.

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

Great views and surroundings

Dennis was prompt and kind and answered all of our questions. The property was spotless and had everything we needed and more. Fishing from the dock was amazing and so was coffee from the lake view screened in porch. We also loved the sound of waterfalls coming from the coy pond. What a wonderful place! Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan w.

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

Awesome time.....again!

This is 2nd time for us staying at Denny's slice of heaven on the lake. Great view, comfortable and sooo relaxing. Denny is a super and very responsive host. Just wish our fishing skills were better!😁 Thanks again, Denny! Susan and Billy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan V.

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

Always an amazing stay

Another amazing stay. Great, beautiful home. Super personal experience with owner. We’ve come for Gator games but need to go back and bring ski boat and wave runners to enjoy the lake. We’ll be visiting more often. Thanks again for another great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

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

Beautiful location on the lake

The lake home was absolutely beautiful and a wonderful relaxing back porch. Besides the terrible thunder storms we have here in Florida we had an awesome time. The home owner was absolutely wonderful and only a phone call away.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Denny Axman

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Why they chose this property

I was looking for the impossible, far enough out to be remote but close enough to get anything I need within 30 minutes, waterfront, boat, dock, fishing, freshwater, peace and quiet. When I saw it, I knew this was my home. It has been my primary residence until July 2019, when we scheduled our wedding and figured out TN would now be home. So many fun memories and experiences here made it impossible to sell, so instead I want to share it with others so they too can experience the wonders of George’s Lake!

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English

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