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ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly

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Sunset on the pond on a private dock
Dirt road leading to and from the home
Entrance of property
The 2 acre property filled with beautiful trees and waterfront sunsets.
Door with lockbox leading into the kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Pinetta, FL
  • Cherry Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wild Adventures
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Madison Blue Springs State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Valdosta, GA (VLD-Valdosta Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Large bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Livingroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly

Enjoy a cozy waterfront cottage nestled in the backwoods of Madison County Florida, one of the most beautiful and peaceful areas in North Florida! If you are adventurous this is the place for you! This small country home has one large bedroom with a new queen size memory foam mattress (sleeps 2) a futon (sleeps 2 children) and a 32" TV with ROKU and DVD player for movies. A large equipt kitchen and bathroom with bathtub/shower. The Living-room has a futon (sleeps one or two). For an extra guest there is an air mattress. There is Internet/Wifi (the password is posted on the fridge) and a 50" TV with ROKU and DVD player with movies or rent movies from the Redbox just down the road in front of the Dollar General Store. The beautiful stone fireplace is decorative only! The property is on 2 acres of nature and wildlife with a canopy of trees and beautiful sunsets on the water! Watch for the deer, turkeys and huge owls that come by! This is the perfect place for a truly relaxing vacation getting back to basics to enjoy the beauty of nature and outdoor fun! Board games and cards are provided for family fun! There is a canoe, life jackets and Fishing poles are in the well house for some good bass fishing or sit on the dock to soak up some Florida sun! This is private property and you do not need a fishing license to fish here! You may also set up tents for a great camping experience! Roast marshmallows by the rustic fire pit or sit on the back deck where smoking is permitted and outdoor chairs are provided! A charcoal grill is provided for your cooking out pleasure, need to supply your own charcoal. Phlox Pond may be rented for events such as weddings for an additional charge. Guest would be responsible for property clean up as well as any property damage. Message owner for details. Be sure to visit the many beautiful parks and natural springs as well as the famous Suwanee River Music Park located in Live Oak. Wild Adventures Amusement Park is nearby and plenty of restaurants and shopping in Valdosta Georgia just 30 minutes away! Dollar General is one mile and Winn Dixie is in town about 10 miles! You are sure to enjoy the southern charm of Madison County and the small town of Pinetta! This home is in the middle of the woods and the lightening bugs are really cool. We know you will enjoy this country getaway!
BE SURE TO WATCH THE VIDEO OF THIS BEAUTIFUL PLACE! If you need additional space we also have Phlox Place (a cozy cabin) just down the road!
If you are looking for a good church during your visit, Pinetta United Methodist Church is just 5 minuets down the road on the corner at Colin Kelly Hwy. We did have a Cat 3 hurricane come through last fall and Madison is still cleaning up the down trees. Thankfully plenty of firewood for the firepit!

Property manager

Lisa Baxter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Be mindful of small children near lake
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Please do not feed the Alligators
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not use the Fireplace!
If you take chairs out to dock please bring them back. Please clean up after your pets by picking up their do do when they go go! Thank you!
Please start the dishwasher before leaving, turn the AC up or turn heat off. Lock door and put the keys in lockbox and close the gate! Thank you!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 8838

About the area

Pinetta

Located in Pinetta, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Four Freedoms Monument and Ray Charles Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cherry Lake and Lake Frances Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jennings GP Motorcycle Track or Martin Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pinetta, FL

What's nearby

  • Cherry Lake - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Wild Adventures - 21 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Madison Blue Springs State Park - 29 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - 29 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Valdosta State University - 33 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Madison Station - 20 min drive
  • Valdosta, GA (VLD-Valdosta Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mrs Leslie's Cakes - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pinetta Market BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Divine Events - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woods Shack Catfish Farm - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ROOF DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE Florida Waterfront Home, Fishing & Pet Friendly located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Cherry Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Four Freedoms Monument and Lake Frances Recreation Area. Treasures of Madison County and Madison County Memorial Hospital are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sydnie H.

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

Great place and amazing property management

We loved our stay. It was perfect for our needs. The place is clean and well kept. Property management responds quickly to questions. Super friendly and helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

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

Wonderful peaceful place

Perfect location! Far enough from everywhere to relax but close enough when needed. Everything we needed was there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mellodie F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote Escape...

This property is a home away from home. Extremely remote and extremely quiet. The couch and the bed are both very comfortable and the host provides extra linens. We stayed here a week after Tropical Storm Debby went through so there were alot of trees down. Hosts moved all trees to property extremities but would like to return when all the debris is gone. The lake is private and has beautiful sunsets. No regular Tv, but host provides alot of DVDS to watch once the sun goes down. We took all our own food and never left the cabin..perfect escape
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

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

My Vision

My vision for my birthday was simple. I wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the city. I wanted peace and quiet. I wanted seclusion. I wanted to go fishing. I got all of the above at this location. The property was nice and clean and it was exactly as advertised. Thank you to the owners for helping my 49th birthday come into fruition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

Second time stay

We have stayed here before and like the quite on the lake. You are within an hour of most of the Good springs. Very secure, no traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Peaceful getaway

The property was exactly what I expected. It was perfect for what intended usage I was looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley W.

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

Cute country cabin

Our family had a great weekend at this little cabin. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

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

Wonderful Place to Unplug

This place was wonderful! It’s tucked enough away to enjoy the solitude, but not enough to make a run into town for things you need. This is a wonderful place to unwind and reset and Lisa, our host, had great communication with us! Everything was clean and had a very welcoming feel. This was the perfect place for us to get away from it all and just kick back. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much Lisa!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha L.

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

Stressfree getaway!

Very private and peaceful. Sunset over pond absolutely beautiful! We have already booked our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne H.

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

Peaceful, perfect place to veg out and enjoy sunsets and calm

Very clean. Modern ammenities. Can sign on your account to stream TV. Rustic retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa L.

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

Solitude

Quiet, peaceful, back to nature home. Enjoyed the fishing, sitting on the dock viewing the sunset. We would enjoy staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel D.

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

peaceful

nice and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rylan H.

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

Great week at a great place

Had a relaxing week here and can’t wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

Beautiful lake!!!!

We had a great time here, beautiful lake, went fishing, got to use canoe, beautiful sunset, great starviewing, owners were great!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

Great getaway

Spring break was amazing thanks to this FL waterfront home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

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

Getaway

Loved the peace and quiet, beautiful sunsets
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Family weekend

We had a wonderful time. Loved the property! The fishing was fun and my granddaughter caught a lizard and tree frogs! She loved it. 17 minutes from Wild Adventures and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaVertta M.

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

Good Times on Phlox Pond

This is a charming place with a wilderness feel. You will receive unmatched refreshment and peace in this quiet spot. Pull a chair to the dock and enjoy gorgeous sunrises and ethereal sunsets. Take the canoe that is provided for a ride around the pond and check out the abundant lily pads or fish for bass. Didn’t see any gators, but surely there are a few around. There is a very nice fire pit in the yard and plenty of space for parking. The house is a bit rough around the edges, but it has air conditioning, hot water for showers, stove, refrigerator, microwave, and plenty of towels and linens. The host is also very responsive. There is a laundromat in nearby Madison as well as groceries and restaurants. We had a very nice time and would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to get away from the hustle of life.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne C.

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

Quiet and relaxing

We liked that it was quiet and secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev W., Columbus, Ohio

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

Best VRBO Ever!!!

Ginger the Vizsla: “I got to run freely! My Mommy only said “no” when I ran 40mph on the dock. She must have forgot stopping on a dime is one of my super powers. I also heard her say Lisa was the best! I think we’re coming back and I hope it’s soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Restful Quiet

If your looking for peace and quiet this is the place. The home is out of town and in the woods. Nothing but you, trees and a lake. The home is fully stocked with bedding options, bathing amenities, kitchen ware and multiple tv watching options. The owner is very friendly and quick to respond to messages. This home is definitely worth the money.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Floridian Heaven

As a life long Floridian, it is a wonderful place to escape from an overcrowded Florida ... This reminds me of old Florida! Lisa is a awesome host! 3rd year back! If you are looking for amenities and frills then seek a resort elsewhere! If you are looking for peace, quiet and zen then ... You found the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moldy and run down

This property is NOT as listed online. The photos online make it look nice, however, once we arrived we noticed the house was not kept up. The outside of the house has green and BLACK mold on it, as well as the windows and the roof. The "new looking deck" listed online is also unkempt with no handrails. The door leading out of the living room to the deck has worn or rotten flooring in front of it. (We didn't dispute that the house was not clean when we arrived, the floors had been mopped just minutes before our arrival and were still wet...which is why we spent almost 45 minutes outside to give the floors time to dry) I contacted the property owner and was told that "no one has complained" about it before. However, if you look back at reviews from a year or so ago, it has been mentioned at least two other times that I found. While this property is "rustic" and "nothing fancy", it doesn't make up for the fact that there is a lingering smell of mildew and mold inside as well. My husband has health problems already, and so we decided not to make those worse by leaving shortly after we arrived. We were only on the property an hour. I have asked the property owner for a refund and was refunded $100 of my almost $700. I have been in constant contact with VRBO since the day we left and the case is being investigated. I have sent photos as well as videos. The only good thing about this location was the beautiful pond/lake it is located on. We would like a full refund
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

raymond w.

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

New Year’s Getaway

We went for a quick getaway for the New Year. This place did not disappoint!! Super quaint and secluded. The dock and the lake were serene! We took our cat and dog and they loved the property too! Plenty of things outdoors to do locally and we felt like we were the only ones around at the property! Highly recommend this place and we are already planning a week long summer trip back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Quiet Oasis

Cabin was quaint and nice, but the best part was the property. The water was absolutely beautiful, and the fire pit was great for a cool evening outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Baxter

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We are a Florida family with real southern hospitality! Originally from Buffalo New York, Lisa moved to Florida in1981 and has two daughters and one grand-daughter. Lisa owns this vacation home and enjoys the hospitality business. She worked as a hotel front desk manager for15 years before having children and becoming a stay at home mom. Lisa enjoys gardening and spending time with family. We want you to enjoy your time at this home and please let us know if you have any questions or concerns!

Why they chose this property

We hope you enjoy your stay at Phlox Pond, It is the most serene and peaceful place in Pinetta! If you have never visited the area, you will be pleasantly surprised of the beauty! Located in Pinetta, this cottage is in a rural area and on a large pond with it's own private dock. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Treasures of Madison County, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cherry Lake and Suwanee River. Don't miss out on a visit to Wild Adventures! Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and bird watching!
Pinetta Church - 5 min drive
Cherry Lake - 7 min drive
Four Freedoms Monument - 18 min drive
Lake Frances Recreation Area - 18 min drive
Treasures of Madison County - 18 min drive
North Florida Community College - 19 min drive
Wild Adventures - 30 min drive
Valdosta Wake - 30 min drive

What makes this property unique

The sunsets on the pond are the most beautiful. Be sure to watch for the deer as they do come out of the woods and are sometimes on the side of the road. The wild turkeys and birds are amazing too! Mr. Owl comes out at dusk and sits in his favorite tree out front,,, If you like nature, you will love it here!

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