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Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi

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Games room
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms103 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hawthorne, FL
  • Place, Putnam Lakes Preserve
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Rodman Reservoir
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Hawthorne

With a stay at this vacation home in Hawthorne, you'll be on the waterfront, and 24.9 mi (40 km) from University of Florida and 25.1 mi (40.4 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. .This family-friendly vacation home is 9.3 mi (15 km) from Rodman Reservoir and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from The Orange Shop.
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What's nearby

  • Putnam Lakes Preserve - 23 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Rodman Reservoir - 26 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 29 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park - 34 min drive - 40.2 km
  • University of Florida - 45 min drive - 45.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orange Springs Restaurant And Grill - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Dianne's Old Time Barbeque - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wrap Shack - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ivie's Country Cafe - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Off the Rails Pizza - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi

Perfect getaway to enjoy the sunsets on the lake each night. Would be perfect for snowbirds wanting to get away from the cold and snow in the north during the winter. Private lake where fishing is great. This is a wooded area and the house sits on 1.2 acres.

Canoe and paddles are onsite. There is also a jon boat with oars.
Roast marshmallows over a camp fire and eat either on the dock or the picnic table.

Enjoy swimming, fishing, and canoeing on a beautiful, private, spring-fed lake.
Disney World or the Orlando area attractions are about a 2 hour drive. Busch Gardens and other Tampa Bay area attractions are about a 2 hour drive.
NO PETS
UNLIMITED INTERNET THOUGH VIASAT



Keywords: Secluded , perfect for water lovers or fishermen , fishing lakefront , free wifi , families family outdoor grill boating
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Canoeing
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,110 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets = forfeiture of security deposit

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Wonderful place for fishing and playing in water

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Gainesville Area Lakefront Home Canoe Jonboat Unlimited Wifi

Gainesville Area Lakefront Home (Riley Lake) CANOE JONBOAT KAYAKS Unlimited Wifi Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tondra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay! It was clean, comfortable, well furnished. There is a lot to do in the big backyard with lake access, and supplied are anything you need if you wanted to stay with children. The water filter used is a great perk, probably our favorite! We have relatives in the area and know how hard it is to get the taste out of the water, so we are very impressed by the effort the host has gone to for the comfort of the guests. The only thing about the stay that was awkward was having to take the trash with us to a disposal location. It would be more convenient if there was a trash pickup on property so we didn't have to make room in our car for trash. Other than that, we would consider this a perfect place to stay, and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was absolutely perfect. We were celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary away from the children and work. We went fishing and caught about 12 bass and had some alone time. The place is vert tranquil. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

Property was exactly as described. We had fun fishing and swimming. Pinball machine was a hit with adults and kids! Kids loved the floating dock. We will definitely be back again! No complaints at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

House was just as described. A wonderful place on the lake to relax and enjoy time with family. House is very well stocked!! Just bring your clothes and groceries. Everything else you need can easily be found already there. Comfortable bed and fabulous pillows make for a great night's sleep. Host is very thoughtful and quick to respond to all inquiries. Will definitely return.
Coffee on the dock each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie T., Jacksonville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place to Stay!!!!

Had an amazing stay with family on Riley Lake. The views are amazing. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet. Nice lake for small children with little to no boat traffic. Plenty of outdoor toys to keep everyone entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

john r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property for kids and fishing

We came again this year and enjoyed it just as much! Cooked lots of meals and loved the sunsets, fishing, and the big back yard and beach area for the grands! See you next year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Family enjoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

alana s., Vero Beach , fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing

Perfect place for weekend break.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our Anniversary trip

This was a really fun property to stay at. It was very clean, and had everything you’d need for a comfortable stay. We had a lot of fun fishing on the lake and caught some bass, had a good time playing the pinball machine and other activities available. The property is very pretty. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

5⭐

While hurricane Milton threw a wrench into our plans, the host was wonderful to work with. He responded quickly to any questions and was very understanding about any changes we needed to make. I'd definitely rent this property again. The property is quiet and beautiful and had everything necessary for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet lake

Although it drizzled three out of the four days we were there, we enjoyed fishing off the dock at dawn and dusk. 8 bass and a good size crappie. A gator appeared and watched us fish for about an hour. We saw an owl land on top of the teatherball pole TWICE.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Greg was fantastic to book with. Very fast responses to any and all communications. The home was very clean, well stocked and quietly situated on a picturesque lake. Pin ball, ping pong and onsite boats helped fill our day with great memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

supergat0r

Liked: Cleanliness

Little hidden paradise

My wife, two boys and I wanted a short vacation getaway close to home and this lake house was perfect. Really needed to bring nothing as it was probably the best stocked place we've ever stayed. The lake is beautiful and the kayaks and jon boat were perfect for us. The boys caught several bass right off the dock and loved playing on the second floating dock (as well as the pinball and arcade machines). Check in and communication with the owner was a breeze and we definitely plan on making this a repeat spot as it is closer to Gainesville and minutes from Hawthorne with lots of nearby amenities and fun things to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

stairs and patio deck

I didn't know about the 15 or so stairs you had to take to get to the living area. The balcony had a rubber flooring that was very slippery when wet (which is very often here). We could not use it at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Place Ever

Perfect location for my family to enjoy a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazingly peaceful

Literally the most peaceful place we’ve ever been to. Exactly what we hoped for! Came to ocala for the rock the country festival, wanted to have a quiet place to unwind between shows. And this place didn’t disappoint. The lake was amazing especially since is was 97 degrees for 4 straight days. The canoes and kayaks were a huge bonus, also caught 10 good size bass. The house is so cozy, ac works fantastic, kitchen is fully stocked with everything someone can ask for. New tvs in every room not to mention the awesome video game machine and pinball..not a bad 11 year anniversary weekend. We’ll definitely be back. Thank you greg
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john r.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place for school aged children!

We came down for John to fish! Our children live in Jacksonville and came over with the grands for two days. There were all sorts of toys and activities they enjoyed. They went on a canoe ride and played tether ball and ping pong and jumped and swam in the sandy beach. I enjoyed the kayaks and felt very safe in going around the lake. We made a fire and roasted marshmallows. John and our son fished at Lake Rodman Reservoir with a guide, but also caught some big ones of the on-site dock. The kitchen was fully furnished and we all had a great time. We ate at the Wrap Shack in Hawthorne and the Blue water cafe in Melrose.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Lake Escape

Great property with lots of things to do no matter the weather, amenities were very well stocked. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Very Quiet! Just a nice place to take the moment and enjoy your thoughts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. The only issue is the dishwasher didn’t work. We plan to come again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect relaxing weekend!

We could not have been happier with the whole experience. We rent 4 to 6 VRBO houses each year. Greg was hands down the best owner we have ever dealt with, and we have had some good ones in the past. House was exactly as described. The old pinball machines were awesome, ping pong table and tether ball were a blast. We caught a bunch 1 to 2lb bass and a pile of nice bluegill of the dock. We did not utilize the boats at all this time, as we just chilled on the property. We are already planning dates to bring the kids to Greg’s house, we will be back soon! Greg, thank you so much for the opportunity to enjoy your property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness

More Memories

We had such a goodtime there.So much you can do.The adults enjoyed the pinball machine,ping pong table,teetherball...We celebrated our great granddaughter 4th birthday while there and she said it was the so fun and wants to do it again...Thank you for sharing and giving us more memories!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rustic

Small place. Plastic on sitting area roof is very slippery when wet - and holds water. Stair entrance going down is a bit scary. Would be nervous with small children. Good drinking water from RO in kitchen. 3 tables and 6 chairs not shown which came in handy. Good beds. Nice showers. Nice canoe. Cheap kayaks. Sand in lake nice for about 4 ft then mucky. We brought a large brush to get the sand off the bottoms of our shoes outside. Headache and sinus issues sleeping in garage bedroom due to chemical fumes. House is clean, just the garage fumes were a problem. If you get up a lot in the night, the walk through the garage to the bathroom is very inconvenient. There are good night lights. Deer/horse flies were a slight problem. Caught lots of bream at dock. Caught several small bass in the lake fishing from the canoe. Internet very slow for just reading the news must less a 30 sec clip. Unhappy with the 40 minute drive out of our way (there and back) to the dump for trash. Trash removal should be included in the cleaning fee. On a dirt road - some bad sections. The AC is at 85 at arrival which took well into the night to cool off. Nice bean bag toss boards. Nice kitchen and microwave. Hawks, owls, squirrels. Nice view. Overall a nice stay. Dock, canoe, lake, fish, roof seating were what we enjoyed most. Price is good. You just have to be aware this is a rustic place and all that entails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

My family and I had a lovely time at this lake house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

kevin g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite Get Away

The property owner, Greg, was fantastic and very helpful with every aspect of my stay. Quiet get away with no traffic noise, just the wonderful sound of nature. Home was kept up and very clean. However, would prefer not having to drive a ways to discard of my trash/garbage at end of my stay. First time ever having to do this at the conclusion of my vacation. If you're looking for a secluded place to "chill" and relax? This is a great spot to do it. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023