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
System
- Pet Friendly
Heat & Air Conditioning
- Heat
- Air Conditioning
Bed & Bath
- Linens
- Hair Dryer
- Towels
- Toilet Pager
- Clothes Closet
Convenience
- Free Parking
- Free Internet
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Water Filtration System
Kitchen
- Toaster
- Pots & Pans
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Microwave
- Refrigerator - Full Size
- Dishes & Utensils
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Stove
- Paper Towels
- Ice Maker
Outdoors
- Grill
- Screened Porch
- Kayak
- Outdoor Table & Chairs
- Waterfront
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
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Inga B.
Reelaxing
The houseboat was so comfortable, roomy and clean. We love to visit Apalach and everything is within walking distance to the houseboat. At night it was really enjoyable hanging out on the back deck, watching the moon and stars. During the day you could walk on the back deck and fish. The screened in back porch was enjoyable as well. We had our coffee in the mornings and watched the shrimp boats come by. What a beautiful place!! Thank you Karen for a wonderful stay!
Albert I.
Met our every expectation!
Reelaxation has a fisher-person lodge motif which is very suitable for this houseboat on the water. The various decorative objects on the walls are tasteful and two of them (one in the living area an one in the bathroom) are really quite artful and interesting. The kitchen is well equipped and we were able to save a few bucks cooling fresh fish purchased from the fish monger just a block down the road. You'll love it!
Marisha B.
Appalachicola, Fl
A quite little town in the Southewest area of Florida with a laid back lifestyle and great seafood. The houseboat was wonderful and relaxing. Plenty of room for 2 people. It was great to sit on the porch and watch the boats go by. We went for R & R and that's exaclty what we got. We will definity visit again.
Lori R.
A unique vacation rental!
Staying on a houseboat to experience Apalachicola is a truly unique experience. The boat has everything you need and the location on the water can't be beat. We caught at least thirty fish off the back deck - so fun! The restaurants and shops are all within walking distance - we loved the Owl City Taproom & The Oyster City Brewery is great! We would definitely come back again - thanks!
Peg H.
Exceeded our great expectations!
We had really been looking forward to three weeks away on the river in Apalachicola, and our stay on Reelaxation did not disappoint us! The river changes subtly with the tides and not so subtly with the wind, and the skies were ever-changing. The screened porch and sunny deck are perfect for reading, watching the birds and boats, and just relaxing. Fresh shrimp is available a couple of blocks away to cook-in for dinner; great seafood is available at the restaurant next door. Apalachicola has much to explore and wonderful restaurants, many within an easy walk from the houseboat. We enjoyed the Maritime Museum and their 3-hour boat tour of the Apalachicola River and its wildlife. We explored nearby St. George Island's beautiful beach and state park; St. Joseph Island and Port St. Joe with more beautiful beaches; St. Vincent's Wildlife Reserve (we took the shuttle to get there); and several other parks and beaches. We had a wonderful lazy three weeks! The houseboat had everything we needed plus cool breezes through the windows by our comfortable bed or air-conditioning when we needed it. Karen was easily accessible in the few instances we needed something from her. We would return in a minute and plan to! We very very highly recommend it.
