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Escape to this modern 3 bedroom plus loft home on Live Oak Island, perfectly situated near the neighborhood boat launch and at the edge of St. Marks Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy superb views of bay, Gulf of Mexico and canals from any deck level or by paddling out into the bay with a canoe/kayak.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81930 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife

  • One of the newest built homes on Live Oak Island. This modern and spacious 2007 1,930 sq ft 3 Bedroom plus bedroom loft home is on the water and has themed coastal decorations throughout, perfectly situated near the neighborhood boat launch and at the edge of St. Marks Wildlife Refuge. Superb views of bay, Gulf of Mexico and canals. Set on pilings with a large deck mezzanine and the main living area and deck on the third level. There is an 3 stop indoor elevator available by request for those needing assistance.

    Our favorite parts of the day consists of viewing the various wildlife, listening to the mullet jump, watching the dolphins enter the bay to feed, enjoying the sunset from any of the deck levels or paddling the canoe/kayak out into the bay and canoe trails. You are minutes away from Shellpoint Beach, Golf, and the St. Marks Lighthouse.

    The home has Hughesnet Sattelite WiFi for checking mail, central heat and air, washer/dryer, gourmet kitchen completely stocked with everything you need but your food (including upscale appliances-gas stove and a convection oven). There are ceiling fans and televisions in all bedrooms (5 HD LED flat screens in total). Master suite opens out onto the upper deck. The master bath includes the laundry, a jacuzzi tub, bidet, and spacious walk-in closet.

    The 4th level loft allows for more sleeping possibilities with a queen and twin bed and living area with a large 55 inch HDTV flat screen smart television, dvd and gaming systems (Wii and XBox 360).

    Main living area includes gas-powered fireplace, dining area, and large 55 inch flat screen smart television with Blu-ray/dvd player and surround sound system. Dish Network Satellite (America's Top 200) is provided in both the den and loft common areas. The three bedrooms have TV Reception by HDTV over-air antenna with 13 local channels (ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW, PBS, Bounce, Create, AccuWeather, Get TV, FL Channel, and ME TV). A library of books, magazines, cds, dvds, board games are provided for your use.

    But most of your time will probably be spent enjoying the natural "old Florida" water views from the deck, the quiet sounds of nature and family adventures walking down the quiet palm and oak hommocked streets exploring the area.

    There is an outdoor propane grill, patio tables, kayaks/canoe, fishing poles, a set of Callaway Big Bertha graphite irons as well as a basketball goal and Head tennis rackets for your use.

    Master Suite has a queen bed, master bath and sitting area
    Bedroom 2 - Queen bed
    Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed
    Bedroom 4 Loft - Queen Bed and twin bed and sitting area

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,930 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: There is a $50 pet fee for each dog. No cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Property is waterfront without a fence.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Crawfordville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Wildwood Golf Club and Bayside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wakulla Springs State Park and San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Medart Park and Gulf Specimen Public Aquarum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Crawfordville travel guide
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Crawfordville, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic lighthouse on shell beach with driftwood and palms in Sanibel island Florida
    Shell Point Beach
    13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Wakulla Springs State Park
    Wakulla Springs State Park
    25 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Wildwood Golf Club
    20 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Lake Ellen
    22 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Wakulla County Public Library
    22 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Chill Spot
    10 min drive
  • Clark James
    13 min drive
  • Brits Soft Spot
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Shell Point Beach, Medart Park and Wakulla Springs State Park. Wildwood Golf Club is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.

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WATERFRONT Home - Dolphins, Sunsets, Fishing, Kayaks, Canoe, Wildlife Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so charming! Kayaks, fishing poles, board games, movies, books, game consoles, and so much more. My kids had a great time. I loved looking at all the travel souvenirs. It felt homey. Very memorable experience. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Beautiful View

Beautiful house We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvia E.

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

Perfect stay

Clean house with everything you need, perfect for kayaking and fishing, close to shell point beach. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Spot

Very comfortable stay. Plenty of supplies and games. Beautiful views and easy access for kayaks and paddle boards.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Getting away

Wonderful - beautiful location on the water, no crowds, surrounded by nature. House was perfect home base for exploring the area by day and chilling with movies and Phase 10 games in the evening. Great communication from the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is amazing. Clean. Everything you could possibly want. Fished from the kayaks and behind the home. A birders paradise. The elevator was a life saver for taking items up to the house. Great communication with the owners. Very helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaylon C.

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

Short vacation in the area

We thoroughly enjoyed our too short stay at your home. The house was very well provided with everything we needed. My wife was especially appreciative of the elevator! I enjoyed the kayaks, and caught some nice sea trout and redfish. Peaceful and quiet, saw an alligator, and enjoyed watching the dolphins play and feed from the balcony. Perfect for two mostly retired couples to get together for a reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I were looking for a non-tourist out of the way quiet place to stay on the ocean. This had absolutely everything we were looking for the bedrooms were very comfortable, the living room was cozy for a full family with grandkids and dogs to hang out, but the best part was the property and location itself. It is tucked away in a bay that also overlooks the ocean. We went kayaking and we were able to see stingray, blue crabs, horseshoe, crabs, and even dolphins if you were looking for a peaceful place to enjoy the scenery and spend some quality time in a beautiful environment. This is the place. We had communication with the property owners who suggested the perfect places for us to take our grandkids. I would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Great peaceful setting for family time

This home had everything we could have needed. Even plenty of extra linens. We greatly enjoyed kayaking all over the area as it’s nice and calm and wonderful wildlife to observe. The bald eagle catching and struggling to carry dinner to land, an osprey carrying its small dinner, a skate going under the kayak, and more. Great family time playing cornhole, basketball and board games out on the deck. We look forward to repeating a stay here again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

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

Making Memories

This home is beautiful and the property is described spot on. My family enjoyed every minute of our stay. There is lots to see and do in the area. Shell Beach was a plus as was the Aquarium touch tanks in Panacea for the kids. The kayaks on the property were a big hit. There’s so much room to spread out when you may need a little quiet time. The view is awesome. The games inside and out kept us all engaged. The kitchen is well stocked for any type of cooking. The hosts were easy to communicate with. My family has stayed at a lot of homes throughout our vacations. This one rates at the top of our list.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Incredibly relaxing property! Hated to leave....

This was one of the nicest rentals we have ever had the pleasure of staying at. I was in awe when we arrived and felt the peacefulness of the area sink in immediately, my first thought was I wouldn’t leave the premises! The view is even nicer than the pictures show. Sitting on the large upper deck, we watched dolphins feeding, so close we could hear them blowing air out there blow holes! Then saw them swimming by two more mornings. The house is very large and well laid out. I loved that it is fully stocked! No need to drag all the household supplies along, which is always a hassle at other rentals. And all the extras included, such as bikes, kayaks, so many extras to enjoy your stay. We loved the area as well, so quiet and laid-back. Enjoyed St Mark’s, Wakulla Springs, and just relaxing on the property. Cannot wait to return, and stay longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary R.

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

Great location

Beautiful, private location overlooking the bay with stingrays, mullets and dolphins. The elevator is a must! The home is in need of a deep cleaning and some recaulking would go a long way. There were a few items we wish we would have brought with us. Sleeping masks would have been great since there are no window coverings in the east bedroom or loft. There's no large baking dish or 9X13 pan. We used two different sized smaller pans for a dish and timing was a challenge. We also missed not having plastic wrap. The ice maker is fickle and didn't make ice for a couple of days so just in case, a bag in the freezer would have been nice. There are adult life preservers but none that are sized for a child. We spent a lot of time on the deck. We had a couple of really beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for Nature Lovers!

We spent 2 weeks in this house and hated to leave. Being right on the water with huge, fully furnished porches, overlooking the bay and a view to the gulf, was incredible. Sunset was a big event every evening. The house is nicely laid out, spacious and light and airy in design. The beds were all super comfortable. Loved the elevator. We kayaked right from the property, saw lots of mullet, dolphins , a shark , a cobia , sting rays and needle fish and blue crabs. The osprey, king fishers,and elegant egrets are plentiful and put on quite a show fishing and eating their catch. We disturbed a flock of ibis when walking along the road. The kitchen is well stocked and we had the best dinners out on the deck. Plenty of comfortable seating in the open great room. This is a home where you really felt the care and generosity of the host family. The only downside was the master shower had some leaks around the base of the fixtures (so we ended up showering in the other bathroom) and the grout really could use a good cleaning. Otherwise the house was in pristine condition. We definitely plan to return to this wonderful home!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

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

Crawfordville visit

The home was very well stocked. The kitchen had everything we needed. We all remarked that the beds were very comfortable! Phil and Rebekah were very accommodating and Phil checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed! We saw a stingray and some dolphins made an appearance the last day we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and enjoyed the property. The views of wildlife from the deck were appreciated by all ages. The elevator was perfect for the family member who needed it. Overall we enjoyes our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

VICKI R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very family friendly, the location was stunning. The upstairs deck is in pretty bad shape, large holes and soft wood. We had to place furniture over the holes and soft spots, to dangerous for little ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelbi W.

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

One of our favorites

We love this property! We already have an extended stay scheduled for the fall!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful

Great host communication, clean property. Saw multiple dolphins in the bay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Relaxing vacation

Very nice location, you can sit on the deck every morning and listen to the birds and watch the tide go in and out. Was nice to have the elevator to carry luggae up to 3rd floor. Lots of things to see in area if you like nature.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis O.

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

NW FL Vacation Getaway

Based on all the info listed for this property, there were no surprises or disappointments as this was our first time renting a property like this. The location was perfect and offered peace and quiet as well as having plenty of activities available. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer g.

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

Best vacation!

Our family had the best time on our vacation! We biked, went kayaking, played games, and relaxed on the deck. My son caught fish and crab. I would highly recommend staying in this home. We will definitely be planning another visit soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Christmas in Paradise

Beautiful location! Quiet and peaceful. Great sunsets and wonderful seafood. Host was a true pleasure to work with, easy to contact and very responsive. We will be back.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rua M.

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

Great house, amazing location

Large, clean, and well stocked house. The views from the top deck were everything. Beautiful sunsets and you may get to see dolphins! PLUS star watching, you will see so many stars. We loved the location, very close to great places to hike including St Marks NWR. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Berrie M.

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

Awesome and quiet getaway

We stayed in this house for a week. The house is very nice, well maintained, in a secluded and quiet location, and right on the water. We all enjoyed the kayaks and canoes (provided), the wonderful sunsets on the deck, and the dolphins swimming in the bay. The host communication was excellent. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Kim C.

We had a great time here. It was the perfect house for us to relax. The sunsets were beautiful and the weather was perfect. We saw dolphins and herons. The house was filled with amenities for your comfort. I hope we will get to come back for another stay later this year.