The General Lee
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Overview
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 4
Experience the Charm of "Old Florida" Aboard the General Lee Houseboat
Escape to a unique floating retreat in the heart of Apalachicola, where the serene Apalachicola River meets the timeless allure of a laid-back fishing village. The General Lee is a spacious 950 sq. ft. houseboat that feels just like home, complete with modern comforts and breathtaking waterfront views.
Step inside to a fully equipped kitchen featuring brand-new full-size appliances, elegant Corian countertops, a wet bar, and a dedicated coffee station with Keurig. Enjoy meals at the indoor dining area for four or relax in the inviting living room with plush seating, a large flat-screen TV (complete with DISH satellite channels) and free Wi-Fi throughout.
The houseboat comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests across two bedrooms: a master suite with a queen bed, private en-suite bathroom, and its own TV, plus a second bedroom with a double bed and adjacent bathroom (1 full + 1 half). All linens, towels, and essentials are provided for your convenience.
Outdoor living is the highlight here, lounge on the waterfront screened porch with dining for four or ascend to the second-story observation deck for panoramic views of shrimp boats, dolphins, pelicans, osprey, and occasional alligators gliding by. A gas grill is just steps away for easy barbecues, and the gentle tidal sway rocks you to sleep each night.
Perfectly located on the riverfront, you're walking distance to charming downtown Apalachicola's shops, fresh seafood restaurants, and historic sites. Nearby beaches on St. George Island are a quick 30-minute drive away.
Key Amenities:
+ Central heating & air conditioning
+ Full kitchen with oven, stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, dishes, and pantry items
+ Hair dryer, iron/ironing board
+ Ample free parking
+ Ideal for couples, small families, or a peaceful getaway
This one-of-a-kind floating home offers tranquility, wildlife watching, and authentic "Old Florida" vibes, perfect for unwinding in rhythm with nature.
Book your riverfront adventure on the General Lee today!
RATES ARE BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY
+ $25/guest per night for additional guests MAXIMUM OF 4 GUESTS.
+ 10% Military Discounts available with ID. Please bring your Military ID and we will credit you.
+ Minimum stay: 2 nights (varies by season).
+ No monthly rates available.
+ Rates are subject to change prior to reservation.
+ Cancelled bookings will not receive a refund but may be rescheduled based upon availability. Rescheduling fee is $200.00.
Amenities
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
- Coffee
- Keurig Coffee Maker
- Stove
- Paper Towels
- Blender
- Ice Maker
Outdoors
- Grill
- Screened Porch
- Kayak
- 2nd Story Waterfront Porch
- Covered Waterfront Porch
- 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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Curly Joe
Old Florida
Perfect!
Wendy Morgan
Another Fabulous Weekend!
This is our second time returning to the houseboats. It was just as great the second time around, and we are already looking forward to returning again!
Caremen P.
The most awesome place we've ever stayed!
We had not even spent the first night there before we decided that this was the very best place we have ever stayed! We had never heard of Apalachicola until 3 days before we came. I googled for best beaches to visit where there are not spring breakers, and that's how I found the destination. Then i looked for available places to stay and when we saw the General Lee, we were hooked! The boat was surprisingly spacious, two bathrooms a bonus. Everything essential for our stay was there, with a nicely appointed kitchen and bright airy feel. The very best part was the screened deck AND upper balcony, perfect for endless relaxation and viewing of fishing boats, osprey, pelicans, a myriad of other birds and even parading dolphins traveling up the creek. We loved Apalachicola and the genuine friendliness we encountered everywhere. With a choice of river tours, or driving a short distance to the spectacular white beaches of St. George Island and the excellent seafood dining available right there within walking distance of the boat, we lacked for nothing to make the perfect family vacation.
Wally J.
The General Lee Experience
If you plan to visit Apalachicola, you likely already know it's a laid back "old Florida" fishing village and are expecting to enjoy peace, quiet, fresh seafood and friendly folks. We found all of the above and were able to enjoy it all aboard the General Lee. Our mornings began and our evenings ended with the gentle motion of the tides swinging us in rhythm with nature. Thanks to Karen, our accommodations were clean, comfortable and very well stocked. Do yourself a favor and talk to her about booking a stay on one of her houseboats. Enhance your visit to Apalach by stepping on your porch and watch a sunrise, a shrimp boat arriving in port or a bald eagle catching a fish. Thank you, Karen! -- Wally and Gini
Mary Jane W.
Houseboat experience
The beautiful Apalachicola River is the setting for this houseboat...It flows by right outside your screened in porch. The living area and kitchen is well equipped and comfortable as are the bedrooms and bathrooms. We loved sitting at the table on the porch in the mornings with our coffee. Since its April, the weather couldn't have been better! The Wi-fi was able to handle our needs when we wanted to check in on the rest of the world. Absolutely beautiful area and town. If you like "old" Florida before it became " tourist " Florida, you'll love this place!
Dorothy H.
A surreal and relaxing experience!
Thanks, Karen, for a perfect setting for an annual reunion among two best friends. Your house boat was a unique and relaxing experience and we enjoyed every minute of it - along with, of course, your quaint town. I believe I've had my fill of oysters for the next SEVERAL months and, in addition, the ones in Apalachicola will be hard to top. So thoughtful of you to lend us your fishing poles. I caught my first fish ever off the top deck of your house boat while enjoying some fine wine and conversation. Thanks for everything! It was perfect.
Janice P.
Outstanding!
The houseboat was wonderful! It was clean and comfortable and we loved being on the river. Mike helped us check in and was so nice. Overall an outstanding experience.
Julia B.
Our new happy place
Where else can you have a floating vacation with peace and quiet, away from all the hustle and bustle, but right outside your parking lot is the quaint downtown of Apalachicola. The perfect combination. Karen was always available and responsive to our needs. It really was the best kind of getaway for us. We are already planning a return.
Lesley H.
Relaxation at its BEST! I will definitely return to this undiscovered secret hideaway.
I can't wait to come back. This will be my new vacation destination for rest of my life. Great memories were created and many more to be created. The location is perfect for shopping and dining.
Lana W.
Peaceful perfect place to stay.
The accommodations were perfect. Plenty of space. It was clean and we had everything we needed. The location was convenient to shopping, site seeing and restaurants. People are so friendly.
