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Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Consider a stay at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady and take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
The current price is NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady

A home with plenty of shade and outdoor area to enjoy. Fish from the dock, play games on the screen porch, or BBQ at the picnic area. Plus there is a boat launch nearby. Plenty of room to eat or chat around the table. Three beds (king, 2 queen) to make very comfortable sleeping arrangements for six people. You can request fish food -- fun for kids to take to the dock and watch the fish come over for a meal.

Very private, yet still close to the lovely sandy white beaches of South Walton County (approximately 20 minute drive). Or take a drive to visit the E.O.Wilson Biophilia Center, historic Eden Gardens State Park, or Alaqua Animal Refuge. There are several golf courses, scuba diving, horseback riding, and fishing charter opportunities -- all of which can be done as a day trip.

Other recommendations and entertainment ideas can be provided upon request. Please review house rules regarding pets. There is a $50 fee for animals brought on the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside on deck, pavilion, or in yard; none indoor

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

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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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No driving beyond drive way. Pets with prior approval and with payment of fee. In compliance with VRBO policy, ESA will require payment of pet fee.
No driving beyond drive way. Pets with prior approval and with payment of fee.
Relax, rejuvenate, and have fun!

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: no eating in bedrooms or living room

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No wild parties or extremely late nights

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside on deck, pavilion, or in yard; none indoor

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: 20
Note from host: no wild parties or extremely late nights
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Private Lakefront Home W/porch Dock fish Relax; Quiet Shady
Private Lakefront Home W/porch Dock fish Relax; Quiet Shady
Private Lakefront Home W/porch Dock fish Relax; Quiet Shady
Private Lakefront Home W/porch Dock fish Relax; Quiet Shady
Private Lakefront Home W/porch Dock fish Relax; Quiet Shady

About the area

Map
Defuniak Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Walton County Heritage Museum - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Chipley Park - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Defuniak - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Eagle Springs Golf and Recreation Park - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Kings Lake - 18 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Last Stop Brew Vault - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady?

As of 5 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady on 24 Nov 2025 start from NZ$358.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Walton County Heritage Museum, Chipley Park, and Lake Defuniak. Kings Lake and Walton-DeFuniak Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Private lakefront home w/porch & dock--fish, relax; quiet & shady Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 174 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susie B.

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

Peaceful

Amazing Stay, will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chili P.

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

“Borderline 11”

I have to say this was one of the best VRBO experiences I have ever had.Jonas and Teresa are the epitome the excellent host. I needed a couple of old bars in the shower, and immediately after we arrived they were on the spot, put them up, and I was safe during the duration of my visit.If you from behind the house was impeccable. It was quiet and peaceful, and we had all the privacy that we could possibly want.Inside of the house was both comfortable and well kept. The kitchen was well-stocked as well as cleaner than my own home.I cannot wait to find an excuse to come back and spend more time here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

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

Serenity? Definitely!

We really enjoyed our time at this location. We did some fishing and also enjoyed going to the beach. Plenty of restaurants and shopping close by. Enclosed patio was nice even though we only had 15 minutes of rain during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eric H.

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

Great lakehouse

Great area to fish
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

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

Lake retreat

This property offers serenity at its beat. We needed a breath. We are dealing with our flooded house feom Hurricane Milton. We have been working around the clock to do the restoration of the water that ran thru our home. This home on the water provided us the beautiful lake and dock to just sit on, dropnour toes in the water and decompress. Having been a professional cleaner for over 40 years I was very impressed with the cleanliness of the home. The host as well as their cleaning staff were beyond friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

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

Peaceful cabin side!

Great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

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

Nice and quiet

Pleasant place to watch the birds and clouds go by. Hurricane Debby brushed by just to the east and gave quite a show. I caught the biggest bass of my life off the dock (6 lbs.)!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

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

Meeting great grandson

The cabin was wonderful. I had my grandson, his wife and baby over for breakfast on Saturday morning. Then we sat in the screened porch for a while. Very peaceful. The property is beautiful. I dropped water on the floor in the kitchen, i wiped it up with a paper towel and the paper towel was clean when i looked at it. Very clean through out the cabin. We will definitely rent this cabin next time we are in Defuniak Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora P.

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

Perfect vacation

This cabin was perfect. It's on a lake with a view. They have everything and anything that you could ask for. It has a screened in back porch which is perfect the night,no mosquitoes,and getting out of the rain. Beds are really comfortable. The whole cabin is really clean. We really enjoyed our stay. There is a little restaurant, Frainns,is really good. Defuniak Springs is a nice little town. But there wasn't hardly anyone around us. Which is perfect. Has a cute lil pavilion with grills. Also has a fan with light under the roof. Came in handy. The whole place is a ten. Our hostess,Theresa, was so nice along with her husband, Jones. You have to rent lil place that is on Serenity ct. We already booked it for next year, that how much we enjoyed it. Oh the beaches are about an hour away. Not too bad
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasia L., Kansas City

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

Just wanted to make memories.

Our family had an amazing vacation! After a very hard year of battling cancer, our family needed to reconnect & unwind. I grew up in the area & brought my family down to see my hometown. Didn’t get a chance to enjoy the firepit due to summer heat but the outdoor pavilion, picnic table & fan w/ lighting, were great for entertaining some old friends & family for dinner. The dock has benches on either side & was a great peaceful spot to just relax & enjoy nature while you feed the fish. My oldest son caught & released his 1st fish ever. The fishing poles & hooks are in the shed. We used the cooler for drinks when we went to the beaches & Springs. The view was beautiful at sunset. The screened in porch entertained many conversations & allowed us a spot away from the insects at dusk. The facilities were amazing & the owners Theresa & Jonas were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this cabin if you are looking for a vacation for quality family time. We had a wonderful time! We made a lot of memories. We will absolutely book again when we are back. Some of our guests asked for the information for a local staycation. If you are looking for a relaxing place with spectacular views & waterfront access, you won't find a better place than Serenity Retreat. I do wish there would have been an option for a peddle boat, a small fishing boat, or canoe so we could have paddled around the lake. Also, a bigger couch for better cuddle time with my kiddos.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Tracey A.

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

Very relaxing but had terrible ants and owner visits

We stayed in mid June 2023. It was very relaxing and had some pros, but they were outweighted by the cons. Pros: Extremely quiet and peaceful, has private dock with access to large Lake Juniper, has a firepit by the lake with some wood available, has a large, covered pavillion with a picnic table, lights, and a small camping grill. Has a deck and mid sized screen porch. Also has a washer and dryer. Cons: Ants. Ants were everywhere. They were on the porch, porch furniture, dock, every cup or bait container we set down, and even infested our car parked out front. The host left spray but there were way too many to fight off. The yard and porch are in major need of a clean up. You can barely see the water from the porch.The porchis full of clutter (old chairs, cusions, baby items, old carpet rolland more) we were only able to use a section of the porch due to everything on it. The screen door also has a huge gap in it allowing bugs in the porch. It would be very helpful if they cleaned the porch off, fixed the door, and did some major yard and tree work to help with the space, ants, and view of the water. One of the biggest cons was the host popped in on us TWICE. He came on the 1st day ti 'put in an air filter'. He showed up again on our last day to 'take out the trash'. We were very surprised by his unexpected visits. We stay in homes like this regularly in FL and have never had hosts just show up.They were friendly, but they definitely shouldn't have come twice during our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quiet, peaceful, great fishing lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time - Nice, clean house directly on the water with a large dock
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great affordable place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marie J.

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

Lake view with pier

Quiet and functional. Everything we need for cooking and have relax with family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Lakefront Cabin

My husband and I were able to totally relax for a few days at Serenity Cabin!! It is well named!The cabin was extremely comfortable and very well maintained. Lake Juniper was gorgeous! The little neighborhood is very quiet. It you want to relax and unplug gor a while, try this cabin in Defuniak Springs!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Lakeside cabin

Nice lakeside cottage for quiet and relaxation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn S.

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

Excellent vacation!!!

We had a great time. Close to everything we needed. Thanks!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Relaxing time at the lake

Great time. Loved the back deck and all the spanish moss. Very relaxing, clean andhad everything we needed.moss
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Serenity

Our stay at the cabin on Lake Juniper was nothing short of magical. It was the most peaceful retreat we’ve ever taken—so serene that for days, we wouldn’t hear another human voice as we sat by the lake, completely immersed in nature. Watching the sunrise and sunset over the water was an unforgettable experience, and we have the most beautiful photos to take home, especially of the azaleas in full bloom.Springtime here was a gift, and from this perfect home base, we were able to explore so much of the surrounding area. We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at McGuires —both in Panama City Beach and Destin—each offering its own lively charm. We walked the stunning two-mile boardwalk at Turkey Creek, taking in the natural beauty, and found ourselves returning to Eden Gardens more than once, captivated by the magnificent trees that have stood for centuries.Through it all, our hosts ensured that our stay was seamless, addressing any small needs we had with kindness and care. Their hospitality made an already perfect getaway even more special. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience and look forward to returning to this slice of paradise.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice getaway!

Really appreciated accomodating my four legged companion! Nice fenced yard, quiet neighborhood but close to town. Everything I needed for arestful retreat- Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

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

Lovely peaceful place

Very comfortable, well maintained home in a quiet neighborhood on a beautiful lake. It's close to a few restaurants and a Dollar store. Host sent me codes, wifi information, directions and had no trouble finding it or getting in. I will definitely book it again. My first time with VRBO. I was very happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin O.

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

Fall get away

The property was beautiful, very relaxing, I brought my 90-year-old mother down to visit her family. And I could not have asked for a better place. She was able to enjoy her visit with them. Would definitely. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

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

Great owners

Very helpful we were coming with our dog to get away from a hurricane and they were more than accommodating. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Great for a relaxing stay

We had a wonderful and relaxing experience. Property grounds are like a camping retreat, with a wonderful fire pit and picknick gazebo. The fishing dock was great. Very comfortable accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024