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Unique Waterfront Small Cottage

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Nestled in Fanning Springs, Florida, Dragonfly Cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind amidst 1.5 acres of spring front property with majestic live oak trees and enjoy activities like swimming, kayaking or paddle boarding on the Suwannee River.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 233 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unique Waterfront Small Cottage

Please note that the Suwannee river levels can rise according to rainfall amounts as far up-river as Georgia. When this happens; the brown water covers the springs in the area and my spring will not look like the photo provided. These river levels can be monitored at http://www.mysuwanneeriver.org/realtime/river-levels.php

This cute little cottage is the perfect getaway for the couple who loves the Florida outdoors. It is called the Dragonfly Cottage and is located just off the Suwanee River in Fanning Springs Florida. Fronting little Bell spring, one of the counties 63 beautiful springs; it is the ideal spot for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and paddle boarding.
This area is called Florida's nature Coast; with an impressive network of bicycle trails close by, as well as quaint Gulf coast communities like Steinhatchee, Suwanee, and Cedar Key.
Enjoy 1.5 acres of spring front property with majestic live oak trees, a canoe & 2 kayaks as well as a dock, and fire pit. The cottage itself is a tiny 256 sq. ft. under air but includes big amenities like a separate bedroom with a queen size bed, cozy electric fireplace, a full inside bath with corner shower. There is a cute little dining table for two and everything you need to cook with is included. There is a full size refrigerator, microwave, two burner hotplate, electric skillet and griddle, large crock pot, blender and a toaster/oven large enough to bake a cake. Outside, there is a private outdoor shower stall for showering or rinsing off after a long day of outdoor activities, and you can watch the sun go down while enjoying a glass of wine sitting in the Adirondack chairs on the covered porch at the end of the day.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 356 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

The cottage is very small therefore out of respect for other guest who may have allergies to pet dander, no pets are allowed!
The septic tank for the cottage is also very small and more than 250' away. Please be respectful of that by NOT flushing large amounts of toilet paper
If you use countertop appliances, please clean them before returning them to thier storage shelf. Housekeeping assumes they are clean if stowed.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 and a deadlock
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

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About the area

Located in Fanning Springs, this cottage is on the waterfront. Dakotah Winery and Hart Springs Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fanning Springs State Park and Manatee Springs State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Trenton travel guide
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Fanning Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • kayakers at Rock Bluff Spring on the Suwanneee River, Gilchrist County, Florida
    Suwannee River
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Small stream created by a tiny spring that feeds the main swimming area of Fanning Springs.
    Fanning Springs State Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • This bright blue springs is a great place to kayak out to see manatee, alligators, vultures that migrate here in mass and plenty of other wildlife. Also fun for scuba and swimming!
    Manatee Springs State Park
    26 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Blue waters of the spring basin drop down to the rocky cavern entrance at Ginnie Ballroom, Ginnie Springs, Florida
    Ginnie Spring
    47 min drive - 52.0 km
  • FORT WHITE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES - Oct 21, 2018: Ichetucknee Springs river float access
    Ichetucknee Springs State Park
    48 min drive - 66.0 km

Restaurants

  • Gails Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Beef 'O' Brady's
    8 min drive
  • Hardee's
    7 min drive
  • Suwanee Belle Landing
    4 min drive
  • Dakotah Winery
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Waterfront Small Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unique Waterfront Small Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Waterfront Small Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Waterfront Small Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique Waterfront Small Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Fanning Springs State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Suwannee River. Dakotah Winery and Hart Springs Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Unique Waterfront Small Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 186 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Cozy and Quiet

The cottage was cozy and quiet , we enjoyed staying there and had everything we needed .Very quiet .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

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

Review

We loved this beautiful place! It's a great stay for nature lovers. The cottage was small, but comfortable. The grounds and river/spring is beautiful. Birds were playing and fish were jumping.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

Perfect peace and quiet

Such a fantastic place for peace and quiet. Location is well maintained and spacious outside, cozy and comfortable inside. Local springs in the area should be added to your things to do list. Crystal River is just shy of an hour away, an easy drive and worth the trip during manatee season. Would recommend this cottage as an excellent "home base"!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Weekend Get Away

Great weekend trip for my wife’s and I anniversary weekend. Great springs near by, outdoor activities and Suwannee Bell Landing Restaurant is a must stop at.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were overall very satisfied with the cottage. The view and the property were gorgeous. Simple and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Looking at Houses Weekend with Realtor

We spent very little time at the cottage as we were looking for a home to buy during our stay. The cottage was very clean and everything was in good working order. Plenty of towels available and the bed was comfortable. The cottage is very small and is meant for two guests only. We did not utilize the grounds or spring in the back due to our short stay. The cottage is located in a quiet area away from the main Highway or shopping. The property is gated and not difficult to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

TY

We had a great time. The natural environment was appreciated and very much enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Slice of Old Florida

The Dragonfly never disappoints! Quiet, quaint and secluded. If you are looking for a slice of old Florida complete with a deck on a beautiful spring, this is the place. Perfect place to relax and get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

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

Relaxing getaway

This place is perfect if you’re looking for a cottage on the water to relax. We spent the weekend enjoying the scenery sitting around the fire pit. We used the canoe to rake a ride up and down the river. The cottage is small but is very cute and has everything you will need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa E.

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

hidden gem

This hidden gem is amazing!! The huge waterfront lot is a dream come true for every nature lover. We enjoyed the water and the kayaks a lot! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

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

Wonderful Gettaway

My husband and I stayed at Dragonfly Cottage for 4 nights, and the experience was excellent! The host communicated with us very well, and the check in and check out process went very smoothly. The property couldn’t be prettier, and we enjoyed being so close to the water. We arrived after a week of rain, so the water was a little brown but still very swimmable and clear. The hot water heater is understandably small given the size of the cabin, so the shower alternates between hot and cold. Overall, would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to get away from the real world and relax for a few days! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline s.

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

Swamp Life

The cottage was cute and comfortable. Just perfect for two. My husband and I had a relaxing time enjoyed our stay and loved the outside shower. The dock was fun to fish from. Looking down the water is clear and the fish are big. However, looking across the river or riding in the canoe it’s more like swamp life than spring life. Regardless we had a great time and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

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

Springs Solitude

Dragon Fly Cottage is a perfect venue for a quiet weekend in nature. The cottage has it all, kayaks, fire pit, grill, A/C, hot water, indoor fireplace, even WiFi in a picturesque setting. Owner has meticulously decorated the grounds & cottage. She was communicative & helpful. I sat on the large dock over the private spring watching shooting stars for hours. Fanning Springs is a short paddle or bike ride. Many other springs are under :30 drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna A.

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

Old Florida Gem

My roommate and I drove 2 hours from Jax to stay at this gem for some R&R and it sure did deliver! We spent hours on the porch enjoying the beautiful old Florida feel and view. We had the pleasure of seeing many birds in there natural environment. We saw owls, cardinals, blue jays, woodpeckers, crows, cranes and herons. We also saw turtles basking in the sun and even caught a manatee munching on the vegetation. The spring was covered in brown water and vegetation so we didn’t swim there but Fanning Springs is literally across the street and was beautiful! The property is close to all the necessities but far enough away to really relax. This is my second time staying at this cottage and it definitely won’t be me last. My new favorite vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stacie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Cottage & waterfront location.

I was initially in love with the property and home. It’s a tiny home on a large lot but it was comfy and had everything you’d need if you’re looking for simplicity. I loved the LED fireplace in the corner of the bedroom and the outdoor shower. The home did have a musty smell that we later identified as coming from the water damaged, lifting and uneven floors in the kitchen and bath area (making it difficult for anyone who has any type of balance issues). Upon check-in we tried to use the code to the shed to get the kayaks out to hit the river (one of the main reasons we chose this listing), but it did not work. I messaged the owner and did not hear back for 2 hours, making it half past six. It turned out the service had placed the lock on the wrong door. The door we were meant to go in had been unlocked the whole time but blocked by a brick. However, not having a lock we did not want to go snooping through the property. The kayak chairs/seats were also broken so you kind of had to set it in the kayak and hope for the best. We wanted to sit on the deck but none of the chairs or deck couch had any pillows so we could not. The roof in the bathroom leaked during a rainstorm, which led me to slip on a puddle in the bathroom, notified her immediately. We were charged extra at the end for "extra cleaning" for not putting dishes away or trash outside (which I was unaware was required of me and was not outlined) and supposedly ruining a towel. Add’l Pictures were not provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Very cozy and inviting

The property was great and a perfect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chuck L.

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

Dragonfly cottage

Cute cottage
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous little cottage on an acre and a half. The location was less than a mile from Fanning Springs and the boat ramp. We were very close to great bike riding in wildlife as well. The little cottage itself was perfect. Off grid a little so expect it but everything you would need for two people. They even gave extra rolls of toilet paper, paper towels, plenty of towels, lots of DVDs and great working WiFi. We do have a video up on YouTube under flippin tail Suwannee Springs where you can see the whole property and cottage. The spring on the property was not accessible by boat as the water level was quite down in the Suwannee but I’m sure certain times of the year it would be. They have accessible kayaks and a little canoe to use. Really truly a bargain and a great stay! Much appreciated for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Week with friends

Property was clean. Grounds were neat and well kept. Settings was peaceful and serene
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Weekend getaway

I always enjoy my stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Rosalia B.

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

Great little cabin

The cabin is small but has everything you need. From a small fully equipped kitchen to bathroom and kayaks/canoes, the place was great. There was a grill and fire pit. One really big downside was the amount of ticks. You could not do anything outside without one of those jumping on your skin. The water outback was a little dark so not made for swimming but you could go for a little ride on canoe if you wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Such a peaceful, cute lil gem!

Very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis m.

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

Very small but very cozy, had everything we needed for a pleasant stay🤗

COZY
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa C.

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

Beautiful water

relaxing and lots of wildlife
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022