Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront!
Carrabelle, Franklin County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront! Here you'll find privacy, peace, and beauty at your own vacation acre tucked into a gorgeous setting just off the Carrabelle River, with great views of Postum Bayou and St. George Sound . Set among quietly rustling pines, Bayou Retreat is far removed from highway bustle and noisy crowds. Fish off your private dock, watch the sun set, and enjoy the swe...
Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront! Here you'll find privacy, peace, and beauty at your own vacation acre tucked into a gorgeous setting just off the Carrabelle River, with great views of Postum Bayou and St. George Sound . Set among quietly rustling pines, Bayou Retreat is far removed from highway bustle and noisy crowds. Fish off your private dock, watch the sun set, and enjoy the sweeping views across the bay while you grill your catch on our spacious deck. Bald eagles, ospreys, and Florida’s beautiful wading birds will delight the nature lover in you. From the airy great room, look out across the water while you dine, and from the deck enjoy brilliant star-gazing at night. The two spacious bedrooms, each with its own roomy bath, feature waterfront views. The kitchen provides plenty of room to cook the shrimp and scallops you buy right off the boat in Carrabelle’s renowned seafood markets. Want to shell and swim? It's just over one mile to Carrabelle’s lovely municipal sands.Bringing your own boat? Five minutes from the private dock takes you into the Bay, where you can fish, cruise with dolphins and sting rays, and watch pelicans and bald eagles swoop out of the sky. In less than fifteen minutes reach the pristine jewel of Dog Island, where you can shell and sunbathe far from the crowds.Ready for a night out? Conveniently located 15 minutes from St. George Island Bridge, and 25 minutes from Apalachicola, our home welcomes you to a wealth of shopping, dining, and exploring. Bayou Retreat is truly a secret corner of the Forgotten Coast!Other features of the surrounding area include:Tate’s Hell Nature Trail, St. Marks Wildlife Refuge with great hiking, alligator-gar filled pools and beautiful dome cyprus swamps, the historic Carrabelle Lighthouse and Museum, Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum, charter fishing, glass-bottom boat rides at Wakulla Springs, and Panacea's Gulf Specimen Marine Lab with touch pools for children. Drive 20 minutes to the charming town of Apalachicola, with its quaint shops and numerous restaurants.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Air conditioning
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Pet-friendly
- Dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 24
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Carrabelle
Carrabelle is home to this holiday home. Crooked River Lighthouse and St. George Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. James Bay Golf Club and Bayside Marina.
Nearby locations
- Carrabelle Beach 2 min drive
- Camp Gordon Johnston Museum 3 min drive
- Carrabelle History Museum 3 min drive
- Crooked River Lighthouse 4 min drive
- St. James Bay Golf Club 15 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Harry's Bar and Discount Liquors 3 min drive
- Carrabelle Junction 3 min drive
- Hog Wild Bar-B-Q 7 min walk
- Marine Street Grill 3 min drive
- Pirate's Cove Restaurant 12 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
What time is check-in at Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Private and Peaceful Bayou Retreat Waterfront! located?
Situated in Carrabelle, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Carrabelle Beach, Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston Museum. Crooked River Lighthouse is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.