Reelaxation
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Overview
Bedroom: 1 Bathroom: 1 Sleeps: 2
Reelaxation: Rustic Floating Cabin Houseboat Adventure in Apalachicola
Escape to "Old Florida" with this charming, hand-built floating cabin, a unique rustic retreat sleeping up to 2, ideal for fishing lovers, nature enthusiasts, or anyone seeking pure tranquility on the water.
Crafted from native woods by a local fishing captain, Reelaxation is a stable, spacious floating cabin docked right on the scenic Apalachicola River in historic downtown Apalachicola, the heart of Florida's Forgotten Coast.
Remarkably steady (no rocking, even in storms), it offers an exotic, unforgettable experience of living on the water. Wake to stunning sunrises from your bedroom window, then step onto the expansive screened porch for morning coffee as the river comes alive: playful dolphins, gentle manatees gliding by, pelicans diving for breakfast, families of ducks, osprey nests, and shrimp boats unloading their fresh catch.
Evenings bring moonlit serenity, frog symphonies, and incredible wildlife viewing – all from your private deck, where guests reel in redfish and trout by the dozens with ease.
Prime Waterfront Location
Just steps from vibrant historic downtown Apalachicola, with its charming shops, art galleries, fresh seafood eateries (world-famous oysters!), breweries, and maritime heritage. A short drive reaches sugar-white beaches at St. George Island State Park or St. Vincent Island Wildlife Refuge for hiking and exploration.
Why It's Special
One of the most special aspects of staying on The Reelaxation is the connection to the water, from your dockside porch you can:
+ Watch dolphins, pelicans, and other river wildlife
+ Fish directly from the back deck
+ Take in peaceful sunsets and river activity
+ Enjoy leisurely mornings with the changes in the tides and wildlife all around.
+ Located just a short walk from historic downtown Apalachicola, your stay offers easy access to:
+ Unique boutiques, galleries, and local stores
+ Excellent restaurants featuring fresh Gulf seafood especially the world famous Apalachicola oysters!
+ Museums and cultural attractions
+ Outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking, or scenic river tours.
+ Free Parking: Available just steps from your floating home
+ Internet: Free wireless internet included
+ Extras: Iron & board, hair dryer, heating, and more provided
+Policies: Cleaning fee and tax applied; military discount offered.
Amenities
General
- Pet Friendly
Heat & Air Conditioning
- Heat
- Air Conditioning
Bed & Bath
- Linens
- Hair Dryer
- Towels
- Clothes Closet
- Toilet Paper
Convenience
- Free Parking
- Free Internet
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Water Filtration System
Kitchen
- Stove
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Refrigerator - Full Size
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Pots & Pans
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Dishes & Utensils
- Paper Towels
- Ice Maker
Outdoors
- Grill
- Screened Porch
- Outdoor Table & Chairs
- Waterfront
- Kayak
Entertainment
- Board Games
- Books
- Television
Safety
- First Aid Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
- Exterior Lighting
- Smoke Detector
Location
- Location: Waterfront
Nearby Activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water Sports
- Sailing
- Jet Skiing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Paddle Boating
- Fishing
- Golf
- Marina
- Birdwatching
- Antiquing
Guest Reviews
Showing reviews 11-20 of 25
Linda T.
A very unique experience!
Loved watching the shrimp boats going out & coming in. Husband enjoyed catching fish right off deck. Houseboat has everything you need. Never felt the houseboat move even in a couple of storms. Karen was the ultimate hostess. In all a very relaxing & enjoyable vacation.
Krystin W.
Best place to stay in Apalach!
Very cool and different... worth the trip!
Erin B.
The 3 C's: Clean, Comfortable & Convenient
What a unique and wonderful retreat on the water! Apaplachicola is a fun little town to explore and this is a great location to use as home base. I immediately felt at home in this "floating cabin." The owner, Karen, has created a welcoming experience, from the nicely equipped kitchen to the high-quality linens and towels. You can enjoy the water views from a deck or screened porch, and even fish, if you want! If you choose not to, good seafood is available right next door. I can't wait to return!
Beth M.
Perfect!
We loved our houseboat stay in Apalachicola, the accommodations were quaint, comfortable, well-equipped and well-maintained! Karen was a wonderful host and we could walk to all of our favorite destinations in Apalachicola! Couldn't ask for a more pleasant stay!
Jeanne A.
Love this houseboat & Apalachicola!
This was our 2nd stay on the Reelaxation and it was just as wonderful as the first. Our 14 year-old loves the houseboat especially fishing off the back. There is nothing better than waking up on the water and watching the boats and wildlife. Karen welcomes you and is nearby if needed. The rental is clean and well-stocked. I definitely recommend staying here. The area is wonderful & Captain Jimmy will pick you up from the back deck for fishing.
Anonymous
Great location on the river
Best wildlife viewing was right from the porch. Best oysters were next door. Relaxation was the restful getaway we were looking for.
Fritz A.
Great unique experience
The boathouse was clean, quiet, comfortable, and ideally located to explore Apalachicola and surrounding area. Nice to sit and watch the birds and shrimp boats pass by.
Debra C.
Wonderful stay in the Cabin houseboat!
We had a wonderf getaway in Reelaxation. The rustic feel of a cabin right on the water is the best of both worlds.
Cory S.
Incredible for 3 straight years!
We have stayed at the Reelaxation for three years in a row now, and love it more each year! Air conditioning worked BEAUTIFULLY and was really key, as most days were in the 90's. Great to be able to launch our kayaks right from the house- and Karen even had one that our son was able to borrow while he was with us! First evening we were treated to dolphins and manatees swimming by. Beautiful osprey nest across the bay in the old lookout tower- remember to bring your binoculars! Caught red fish and trout daily and cooked them in the wonderfully appointed kitchen. Truly a dream vacation!
Marsha S.
A Perfect Weekend Getaway!
We spent a long weekend on the Reelaxation in April and can't wait to return!! The houseboat was so clean and comfortable and included all of the essentials. Upon our arrival, Karen took the time to give us a tour of our floating vacation home and some recommendations on where to eat or enjoy a drink. She was spot-on with everything - the steamed shrimp from 13 Mile Seafood was fantastic, the Bowery Station was a perfect place to hang out with the locals and enjoy a beer and some live music, and breakfast at Caroline's was excellent. One of our favorite things was just sitting on the back porch and enjoying the river - beautiful sunrises in the mornings, listening to the frogs in the evenings...so reelaxing!!
