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Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms218 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10


  • Step into a beautifully restored piece of North Florida history. Built in 1923, this spacious 5-bedroom Southern home blends historic charm with modern comfort just minutes from Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, the Suwannee River, and Florida’s most beautiful springs.

    Perfect for families, friend groups, festival weekends, wedding guests, retreats, and extended stays, The 1923 comfortably sleeps up to 10 with large gathering spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, firepit, and room for everyone to relax.

    ✔ Sleeps up to 10 guests
    ✔ 5 private bedrooms
    ✔ 3.5 bathrooms
    ✔ Fast WiFi + workspace
    ✔ Fully equipped kitchen
    ✔ Large dining & gathering spaces
    ✔ Firepit + outdoor seating
    ✔ Washer & dryer
    ✔ Self check-in
    ✔ Free parking for multiple vehicles

    Unlike cookie-cutter vacation rentals, The 1923 offers original hardwood floors, historic millwork, tall ceilings, and authentic Southern character you can feel the moment you walk through the door.

    After a day at the springs, on the river, or enjoying live music at SOSMP, gather around the firepit beneath the live oaks, cook a big group dinner, stream your favorite shows, or relax on the porch and enjoy the quiet pace of North Florida.

    Perfect For:
    • Family vacations & reunions
    • Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park festivals
    • Hulaween & concert weekends
    • Wedding guests & group trips
    • Baseball & softball tournaments
    • Church retreats
    • River weekends & spring hopping
    • Traveling professionals & remote work stays

    Minutes From Everything

    Springs, Rivers & Outdoor Adventures
    • Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park — 10 min
    • Suwannee County Fairgrounds — 5 min
    • Downtown Live Oak dining & shopping — walkable
    • Suwannee River / Dowling Park boat ramp — 12 min
    • Peacock Springs State Park — 25 min
    • Ichetucknee Springs State Park — 30 min
    • Rum Island tubing & swimming — 25 min
    • Blue Spring & Branford Springs — 30 min
    • Madison Blue Spring — 35 min

    Festivals & Entertainment
    • Hulaween Music Festival — 10 min
    • Florida Folk Festival — 20 min
    • Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center — 20 min

    Whether you're gathering with family, attending a festival, exploring North Florida’s springs, or simply looking for a peaceful place to reconnect, The 1923 offers a memorable stay full of comfort, character, and Southern charm.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 2,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Please gather all towels and put in shower/tub downstairs.

Gather all trash, including the refrigerator, and dispose in big garbage can outside the back door.

Set A/C to 78 degrees. Return any keys you used to the lockbox by front door.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Southern Retreat for Families & Groups Sleeps 10 located?

Located in the heart of Live Oak, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Suwannee County Historical Museum, Shands Live Oak Regional Medical Center and First Federal Sportsplex. Baker Park is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you very much for having us. We would like to book again for the same convention.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Felix W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it and we appreciate your hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025