GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8129 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Florahome, FL

Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead15 min drive
Gold Head Branch State Park16 min drive
Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park34 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Quiet comfortable getaway located on the best kept secret of North Florida, beautiful George's Lake...just 46 miles south of Downtown Jacksonville, 50 miles west of St Augustine, 35 miles east of Gainesville and only 74 miles northwest of Daytona Beach. This lovely 2 bedroom / 2 bath single family home allows you to enjoy the picturesque views of the lake; sunrise, sunset, wildlife and everything else nature can offer you. Bring your boat, jetski, kayak, canoe, or just your blow up float and soak up the lake life. Don't forget your poles and plenty of bait for our renowned fishing. Load your family up and getaway to George's Lake. Relax with all of the comforts of home, but none of the stress or worries.

"ABOUT GEORGE'S LAKE

Located in Between Two-State Forests

George's Lake is located in northern Putnam County, conveniently situated between two lush state forests: Belmore State Forest and Etoniah Creek State Forest.

Swimming, Fishing, Boating, and More

George's Lake is known for its clear water and sandy bottom.
Visitors and residents enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing all less than 50 miles from Jacksonville. Some of the more popular fish caught in George's Lake are largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and catfish.

George’s Lake Public Boat Ramp is easily accessible for those who need to drop their boat in the lake.

Fun at the State Parks

Belmore State Forest is a great place to enjoy hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Hunting and fishing are both permitted during specific times of the year. Wildlife is abundant in Belmore, and visitors might see wild turkeys, white-tailed deer, hawks, and songbirds if they are lucky. There are even a few threatened species that call Belmore their home. The gopher tortoise, Sherman’s fox squirrel, Florida black bear, American alligator, and the eastern indigo snake can also be found on a lucky day.
Etoniah Creek State Forest is just as fun. The forest spans 8,879 acres of land, and this forest offers many of the same recreational opportunities as Belmore. Etoniah Creek has three hiking trails available.

George's Lake is just a short drive to the vibrant cities of Jacksonville, Gainesville, Ocala, St Augustine and Daytona Beach. There are museums, zoos, a planetarium, and more state parks to fill your schedule."

Property manager

Denny Axman

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

We allow MODERATE events. NO CRAZY PARTIES

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Pets are welcome, with pet fee.CLEAN UP AFTER THEM

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking OUTSIDE ONLY. $250 add. fee if inside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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: 15

Note from host: We allow MODERATE events. NO CRAZY PARTIES

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Florahome

Located in Florahome, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead and Royal Manor Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ravine Gardens State Park and Clay County Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Florahome, FL

What's nearby

Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead - 15 min drive
Gold Head Branch State Park - 16 min drive
Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park - 34 min drive
Kingsley Lake - 42 min drive
University of Florida - 51 min drive

Getting around

Palatka Station - 28 min drive
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

Smith Lake Bar & Package Store - 13 min drive
Shifty's Hideaway - 13 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
Watering Hole At Smith Lake - 13 min drive
Diva Sweets - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GETAWAY FROM THE CRAZINESS: COME RELAX & ENJOY THE WATER / FISHING / SUN / FUN located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Etoniah Creek State Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead and Gold Head Branch State Park. Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

13 May 2024

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

Peaceful

Awsome quite getaway

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

12 Apr 2024

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

George's Lake Getaway

Our family had an amazing time during our stay. Denny and Angieis an excellent host with an absolutely beautiful retreat. Anything you think you may need is more then likely already there. We enjoyed the majority of our time outside on the dock or on the back porch. Even when it rained we got treated to the most stunning double rainbon.I couldn't have ask for a more perfect anniversary weekend with my family.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marissa S.

27 Nov 2023

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

Wonderful Getaway

Another fantastic stay at this property on George’s Lake! It’s quiet, secluded, and a great place to relax and unwind. We enjoyed walks to the lake, campfires, board games, and family time. The lake house has everything you need and a fantastic host/owner. We will definitely be back in the future!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

12 Sept 2023

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

Great place to relax

We had a great stay! The property was as advertised. It was clean and we had everything we needed. We kayaked on the lake and hiked some of the nearby trails. Most of the time we just relaxed on the screen porch or dock. It was just what we needed!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alecia M.

27 Aug 2023

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

Great family waterskiing vacation

Sizable lake with very little traffic. Beautiful sunrises. Great accommodations and the host was fantastic. Kitchen had everything you needed and then some. Added bonus: a neighbor on the lake told us that Kroger delivers to this location. Will definitely do that in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Denny Axman

Why they chose this property

I was looking for the impossible, far enough out to be remote but close enough to get anything I need within 30 minutes, waterfront, boat, dock, fishing, freshwater, peace and quiet. When I saw it, I knew this was my home. It has been my primary residence until July 2019, when we scheduled our wedding and figured out TN would now be home. So many fun memories and experiences here made it impossible to sell, so instead I want to share it with others so they too can experience the wonders of George’s Lake!