Places to stay near Osceola National Forest

The Suwannee River Rest & Adventures

Nestled in Branford, FL, along the scenic Suwannee River in Hatch Bend, this pet friendly, three-bedroom, three-bath lodge is perfect for weekends or extended stays. Upstairs features two king bedrooms with ensuite baths, a cozy living area with a gas fireplace, and a fully equipped modern kitchen. Downstairs offers a king bedroom, full bath, kitchenette, and living space. An enclosed elevator makes transporting gear easy. Experience comfort, charm, and Suwannee River beauty at our retreat!

Unique Container "Caja Verde" 1 Mile UF & Downtown

Our home is less than a mile to UFHealth at Shands and the Malcom Randall Veterans Medical Center. We are a mile to the University of Florida campus. Amazingly, also a short bike ride (1-2 miles) to Downtown Gainesville. Close to Depot Park, art studios, restaurants, music venues, and theater. Nature parks close too. The bonus is we live on 2 acres, tucked back in a quiet neighborhood. Our pool is deep & cool; we have bikes to borrow. The container is perfect for a solo traveler, or a couple.

Charming Lakefront Log Home

Welcome to your perfect lake retreat! Located on a no public access lake. This charming log home has a private dock and boat ramp suitable for launching your boat for fishing or skiing. There are kayaks on premises for use. This is an ideal location to enjoy North Florida’s lake life with family, friends, or work retreat. Includes a fully stocked kitchen, covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and WiFi if you feel the need to plug in. NOT suitable for parties or events. NO loud noise, please.

Deerwood Cottage 3BR /2BA Brick Home

Peaceful 3 BR 2 BA This is your adventure headquarters! Bring the whole family, or just get away to this great place with lots of space! This house is located on an acre in a nice rural neighborhood within 1.5 miles of a great park with hiking trails, biking trails, great fishing, birdwatching, disc golf and beautiful wildlife! Within a short drive are unique to North Florida features which include the following: crystal clear springs; a national forest ; racing venues; breweries & more

Where the Pavement Ends- Ichetucknee Getaway!

Beautiful serene 2026 remodeled home one mile from Ichetucknee State Park! Also close to Ginnie, Blue, Poe, Royal, and Little River Springs. Step outside with your coffee and enjoy the wooded neighborhood and river views. Large screened porch and well appointed open kitchen perfect for cooking. The house is elevated which creates a separate covered outdoor area with hammocks and a full second bathroom. Perfect cozy space for a couples retreat! Treehouse as an add on for extra guests.

Bowman’s Landing Spring House Santa Fe Riverfront

Enjoy the rustic woodwork in our cabin/house . Nestled among the trees alongside the Santa Fe river. Enjoy the birds and wildlife (deer and turkey) from your large deck. Minutes away from Ginnie(9 miles), Itchtucknee and Blue Springs. Kayakers / Canoers just love this location and it's ease of access. Fishing, swimming by day, stargazing and campfires by night. Enjoy your own gazebo with gas grill Get your Bowman's outdoor therapy and make some new memories.

340 Red Rooster Lodge (log cabin)Hot Tub

340 red rooster lodge is an authentic, hand crafted log cabin located on over 5 private acres of land in the heart of North Florida's spring country, and only 5 minutes from the town of Bell Florida. Nestled among several cedar trees, is your family's next get away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Sit around the campfire, or relax in the hot tub out back. The cabin is only 10 minutes away from Ginnie Springs, and 15 minutes away from Ichetucknee Springs

Loft Apartment/studio/kitchenette /porch

3 Miles from I75 exit 414 .studio apartment w/ porch over barn. Fire pit with wood available. Grill. Hammock swings under oaks. Stalls available. Close to riding/hiking trails in O'leno State Park. Close to springs for tubing/kayak/canoe. Ichetucknee Spring State Park, Ginny Springs, ++. Also 15 minutes from Santa Fe River and paddling/kayak/canoe rentals . Diving excursions available in High Springs. Quiet setting w/ pastures and grand daddy oaks.

Pamela's cabin

Design this space thinking about the comfort of enjoying nature. Enjoy tranquility, rest and peace. It is a cabin with an excellent location, for a stay or a getaway to the Springs. A dream range, with a back door that takes you to a space where you can watch a night full of stars. My favorite part of this space is the soaking tub designed for taking a relaxing bath with doors closed or doors open so you can have visual contact with the outside.

Tranquil river cabin with a 1950’s vibe

Watch evening sunsets, have cocktails on the dock or around the fire pit, enjoy boating the St Mary’s River, or bird-watching from the river room of this secluded space. Stargaze from the backyard (no light pollution here!). A boat ramp is nearby for boat launching. (Tie your boat up at our dock during your stay) 45 min. from Jacksonville Fl 45 min. from Fernandina Beach Fl 20 miles to Cumberland Island Ferry 25 miles to Okefenokee Swamp

Cabin in the woods, less than an hour from a city

Escape the business of the city in a matter of minutes, not hours! Enjoy rocking your cares away while overlooking a beautiful tree lined 5 acre pasture and still be within an hour of Jacksonville and Gainesville. Perfect for a getaway or private stay while working or visiting friends. We are 8 miles from Lake Butler, 36 miles from Ginnie Springs, 35 miles from Ichetucknee and 33 miles from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Varuna Tiny Home~Springs Getaway

VARUNA TINY HOME by Simplify Further ~ find us on IG for more pics/tours @simplifyfurther Enjoy your own private tiny home experience. +Built in October 2023. +8x20ft tiny house on wheels with 2 queen lofts! Sleeps 4! +5-10 minutes to stunning, freshwater blue springs and river. +Use of 2 kayaks with the tiny home! Is Varuna Tiny Home booked for your dates? Check out our other Tiny House listings!